Alhambra public meetings in 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

The Alhambra Historic Preservation Commission's regular meeting scheduled for Dec. 24, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The commission will reconvene on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in City Hall, Conference Room A, 111 South First Street.

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Design Review Board scheduled for December 23, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 13, 2026.

City Council

The regular meeting of the Alhambra City Council scheduled for December 22, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 12, 2026.

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra City Arts and Cultural Events Committee scheduled for Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. in Conference Room A, 111 S. First Street, Alhambra, CA was cancelled. The cancellation notice was issued by the committee secretary on December 9, 2025. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:00 P.M. in the same location.

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Planned Development Permit and Tentative Tract Map for a 6-story, 60-unit condominium development at 110 South Chapel Avenue. The meeting will also include the approval of consent agenda minutes and a public comment period.

• Public hearing for Planned Development Permit PD-25-02 & Tentative Tract Map TTM-25-03
• Approval of November 17, 2025, Planning Commission minutes
• Approval of August 2, 2021, and July 19, 2021, Planning Commission minutes
• Public comment period (5 minutes per speaker)
• Meeting held via Zoom Webinar and in-person at City Hall

Youth Commission

The regular meeting of the Youth Commission scheduled for December 9, 2025, has been cancelled by the Youth Commission Liaison.

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will consider several design applications, including a 6‑story, 80,113 SF, 60‑unit multifamily development. Other items include fence, signage, and commercial tenant improvements. The board will also approve the minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting.

• DRB-25-087 – 6‑story, 80,113 SF, 60‑unit multifamily development at 110 South Chapel Avenue – approved without conditions
• DRB-25-048 – front and side yard wall, fence, and pedestrian gates at 1500 West Hellman Avenue – approved without conditions
• DRB-25-107 – recessed entry door, trash enclosure, and roof screening for Qzone Billiards Hall at 1645 West Valley Boulevard, Unit A – approved without conditions
• DRB-25-121 – wall sign for Eat’s AYCE Sushi at 17 West Main Street – approved with conditions
• DRB-25-143 – commercial building signage and parking‑lot monument sign for UFC Gym at 412 East Main Street & 16 South Chapel Avenue – approved with conditions

The board approved the minutes from the November 25 meeting. It approved five development applications, two without conditions and three with specific conditions. All motions passed with a 4-0-0-1 vote.

• Approved minutes of Nov 25, 2025 meeting (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 1500 West Hellman Ave wall and fence (no conditions) (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 1645 West Valley Blvd Unit A recessed entry and signage (no conditions) (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 17 West Main St wall sign with condition to revise return depth (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 412 East Main St UFC Gym signage with paint‑color and callout corrections (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 110 South Chapel Ave 6‑story multifamily project with condition to correct sheet typo (4-0-0-1)

Library Board of Trustees

The Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 was cancelled by the board president. The next regular meeting is set for 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will act on a consent agenda that includes routine items such as accepting a $33,500 donation for the library’s Summer Reading Program and awarding major construction contracts for the Alhambra Community Center up to $17,104,619. The agenda also contains approvals for a $450,000 water‑master‑plan engineering contract, a $64,000 earthwork contract for the Poppy Park project, an RFP for construction management of Sewer Lift Station No. 5, and acceptance of completed pedestrian‑signal and golf‑course sand‑replacement projects.

• Accept $33,500 donation from the Alhambra Public Library Foundation for the 2026 Summer Reading Program
• Award construction contracts for the Alhambra Community Center totaling up to $17,104,619
• Award a contract for professional engineering services to update the Water Master Plan, not to exceed $450,000
• Award a contract for earthwork and site demolition for the Poppy Park project, not to exceed $64,000
• Approve the distribution of a Request for Proposals for construction management and inspection services for Sewer Lift Station No. 5 replacement

The council accepted a $33,500 donation for the library’s 2026 Summer Reading Program and awarded multiple construction contracts, including $17.1 million for the Alhambra Community Center, $450,000 for water‑master‑plan engineering, and $64,000 for Poppy Park earthwork. It also approved an RFP for sewer lift‑station management, and accepted completion of the pedestrian‑signal and golf‑course sand‑replacement projects. Finally, the council authorized a feasibility study for a potential Business Improvement District.

• Accepted $33,500 donation for library summer reading program (unanimous)
• Awarded $17,104,619 contracts for Alhambra Community Center construction (unanimous)
• Awarded $450,000 contract to Civiltec Engineering for Water Master Plan update (unanimous)
• Awarded $64,000 contract to Precision Works for Poppy Park earthwork (unanimous)
• Approved RFP for construction management and inspection of Sewer Lift Station No. 5 (unanimous)
• Accepted completion of $170,920 pedestrian countdown signal project (unanimous)
• Accepted completion of $355,265.96 Alhambra Golf Course bunker sand replacement (unanimous)
• Authorized RFP for feasibility study of a Business Improvement District (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Alhambra Parks and Recreation Commission will vote to approve the minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting, noting that Commissioners Bañuelos, Nava and Perez will abstain. The commission will also discuss the Tree City USA designation. Additional agenda items include news and events, public oral communications, and commission orals before adjournment.

• Approval of minutes of the regular meeting of November 5, 2025 (Commissioners Bañuelos, Nava and Perez to abstain)
• Discussion of Tree City USA designation
• Public oral communications (Agenda item VI)
• Commission orals (Agenda item VII)

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for December 2, 2025, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for January 6, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: January 6, 2025
• Location: Conference Room A, Alhambra City Hall, 111 South First Street

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for Monday, December 1, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. was cancelled because there was no business to consider. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be on Monday, December 15, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Alhambra City Hall, 111 South First Street. No agenda items were presented for the cancelled meeting.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Alhambra Historic Preservation Commission's regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in Conference Room A of City Hall was cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the same location. No agenda items were discussed or decided at this cancelled meeting.

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will approve the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting and consider a series of design applications. Items include a continued fence review at 1617 South Fremont Avenue, an approved wall sign at 33 West Main Street, and a sign program for 123 South Chapel Avenue approved with conditions that affect future tenant signage. Additional approvals cover exterior alterations at 736 South Garfield Avenue, signage and repaint at 1 East Main Street, a new addition at 308 East Shorb Street, a second unit construction at 1608 South Sierra Vista Avenue, and a demolition and new construction at 1840 South Fourth Street. The board also allows a brief public comment period before adjourning.

• DRB-25-153: New wall sign approved at 33 West Main Street (no conditions)
• DRB-25-128: Sign program approved with conditions at 123 South Chapel Avenue
• DRB-25-025: New 3,026 SF second unit with garage approved with conditions at 1608 South Sierra Vista Avenue
• DRB-25-137: New signage and exterior repaint approved with conditions at 1 East Main Street
• DRB-25-124: Fence design continued with recommendations at 1617 South Fremont Avenue

The board approved the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting and took action on eight applications. Approvals included a new wall sign, a mixed‑use building sign program with conditions, exterior alterations for a medical clinic, signage and repainting for a historic theater, a residential addition, and a new second unit with conditions. One fence application was continued for further design review, and the second‑unit project was approved with conditions after a split vote.

• Approved minutes of Oct 28, 2025 meeting (3-0-0-2)
• Continued fence application at 1617 South Fremont Ave with design considerations (3-0-0-2)
• Approved wall sign for Malabar Grill at 33 West Main St without conditions (3-0-0-2)
• Approved sign program for 123 South Chapel Ave with conditions (3-0-0-2)
• Approved exterior alterations for 736 South Garfield Ave medical clinic without conditions (3-0-0-2)
• Approved signage and repaint for Edwards Theater at 1 East Main St with conditions (3-0-0-2)
• Approved residential addition at 308 East Shorb St without conditions (3-0-0-2)
• Approved second‑unit project at 1608 South Sierra Vista Ave with conditions (2-1-0-2)

City Council

The regular meeting of the Alhambra City Council scheduled for November 24, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled as an adjourned regular meeting for December 8, 2025.

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The Alhambra City Arts & Cultural Events Commission will discuss a public art proposal for Tam Studio located at 726 East Main Street. Members will also review community art ideas, approve four artists for the City Hall lobby gallery, and receive updates on upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities.

• Tam Studio public art proposal – 726 East Main Street
• District 3 historical mural rendering presented as community art idea
• Approval of Valerie Daval, Angel Barris, Lisa Hirata, and Franshesca Oliveras to exhibit in City Hall lobby gallery
• Invitation to commission members for the Alhambra Pumpkin Run (Oct 26 2025) and Veterans Day Commemoration (Nov 11 2025)
• Announcement that Holiday Home Decorating applications and Rose Parade Float Decorating volunteer list will be available next month

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for two conditional use permits. These include a request for a restaurant to expand its alcohol license and a proposal to establish a dance studio in an office building.

• CUP-25-01: Request for 'Hengry' restaurant at 2718 West Valley Boulevard to upgrade to a Type 47 ABC license for distilled spirits
• CUP-25-03: Request to establish 'Fred Astaire Dance Studios of Alhambra' (3,095 sq ft) at 2121 Orange Street, Unit C
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 20, 2025, September 7, 2021, and August 16, 2021

The commission approved the minutes from three past meetings. It reordered the agenda to consider Item 5 before Item 4. It approved a conditional use permit for a dance studio at 2121 Orange Street, Unit C. It also approved a conditional use permit for an upgraded restaurant license at 2718 West Valley Boulevard, with one commissioner recused.

• Approved Consent Agenda Items 1‑3 (minutes) – vote 7‑0‑0‑2
• Approved agenda reordering to address Item 5 before Item 4 – vote 7‑0‑0‑2
• Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP‑25‑03 for Fred Astaire Dance Studios – vote 7‑0‑0‑2
• Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP‑25‑01 for Hengry restaurant – vote 6‑0‑1‑2 (recused Gardea)

Environmental Sustainability Commission

The Environmental Sustainability Commission will review a staff update on the City's Sustainability Plan and discuss future action items. Active San Gabriel Valley will present information regarding project outreach for Burke Heritage Park and the Marengo Treatment Plant.

• Vote to approve May 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Staff update on the Sustainability Plan
• Discussion of action items for the next meeting
• Project information presentation on Burke Heritage Park and Marengo Treatment Plant outreach

Transportation Commission

The Alhambra Transportation Commission will approve the July 9, 2025 minutes, hold two public comment periods, and consider staff reports on a marked crosswalk at South Almansor Avenue and Park Street and a speed‑hump request on North Marguerita Avenue between Alhambra Road and Pine Street. The commission is asked to review the reports with the City Traffic Engineer, listen to public comment, and provide direction.

• Approval of the minutes of July 9, 2025
• Crosswalk review at South Almansor Avenue and Park Street
• Speed hump request at North Marguerita Avenue between Alhambra Road and Pine Street
• Public comment periods for non‑agendized items
• Adjournment

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Design Review Board scheduled for November 11, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 25, 2025.

Youth Commission

The regular meeting of the Youth Commission scheduled for November 11, 2025, has been cancelled by the Youth Commission Liaison. The next meeting is scheduled for December 9, 2025.

Library Board of Trustees

The Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees cancelled its regular meeting set for 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. The board will reconvene at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. No agenda items were adopted or discussed at this cancelled meeting.

City Council

The regular meeting of the Alhambra City Council scheduled for November 10, 2025, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is an adjourned regular meeting on December 8, 2025.

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approval of the October 1, 2025 meeting minutes, with Commissioners Aviles, Nava and Yu abstaining. The board will review the Tree City USA designation. The meeting also includes routine items such as news updates, oral communications, and commission orals.

• Approval of minutes from the regular meeting of October 1, 2025 (Aviles, Nava, Yu to abstain)
• Consideration of Tree City USA designation
• News & Events presentation
• Oral Communications segment
• Commission Orals segment

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The Alhambra Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for November 4, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. was cancelled by the Committee Secretary. The next regular meeting will be held on December 2, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in Conference Room A of Alhambra City Hall, 111 South First Street.

• Nov 4, 2025 HCDA Committee meeting cancelled
• Next regular meeting set for Dec 2, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in Conference Room A, Alhambra City Hall (111 South First Street)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission scheduled for November 3, 2025, has been cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will vote on routine approvals for several design applications, including new signage, wall graphics, and exterior alterations. All items are recommended for approval, with two projects for Handel’s Ice Cream approved with specific conditions. The board will also adopt the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting.

• Approve new wall signage and exterior graphics at 1401 South Garfield Ave (DRB-25-093)
• Approve new wall sign for Sushi Yu at 115 West Main St (DRB-25-086)
• Approve exterior alterations for a single‑family residence at 127 Westmont Dr (DRB-25-136)
• Approve exterior alterations for Handel’s Ice Cream at 1127 South Fremont Ave with conditions (DRB-25-120)
• Approve modifications to the Alhambra Retail Center Master Sign Program for Handel’s Ice Cream at 1127 South Fremont Ave (DRB-25-142)

The board approved the minutes of the October 14, 2025 meeting. It then approved six design applications for signage, window replacements, and exterior alterations, with four votes in favor, none against, and one absent member. All approvals were recorded with a 4-0-0-1 roll‑call vote.

• Approved minutes of October 14, 2025 meeting (4-0-0-1)
• Approved new wall signage at 1401 South Garfield Ave (no conditions) (4-0-0-1)
• Approved new wall sign and refaced blade at 115 West Main St (no conditions) (4-0-0-1)
• Approved new window and door at 127 Westmont Drive with wood‑frame and dark‑brown trim conditions (4-0-0-1)
• Approved exterior alterations at 807 Lindaraxa Park North with siding and trim color conditions (4-0-0-1)
• Approved exterior alterations for Handel's Ice Cream at 1127 South Fremont Ave with mural and awning material conditions (4-0-0-1)
• Approved signage modifications for Handel's Ice Cream at 1127 South Fremont Ave with placement and height conditions (4-0-0-1)

City Council

The Alhambra City Council unanimously adjourned the regular meeting to 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 8, 2025. No other business was taken.

• Adjourn regular meeting to Dec 8, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will discuss establishing new fees for historic preservation applications and awarding several service contracts. The body will also consider accepting a pedestrian and bicycle safety grant and approving bids for a sewer lift station replacement.

• Proposed new fees for Historic Preservation Applications (Resolution No. R2M25-42)
• Contract for HUD official reports to Veronica Tam and Associates not to exceed $80,100
• Office of Traffic Safety grant for pedestrian and bicycle safety in the amount of $46,635
• Notice Inviting Bids for Sewer Lift Station No. 5 Replacement Project at 913 Clay Court
• Contract extension for Alhambra Community Center project management services with Cowley Corbis

The council directed staff to reduce historic preservation fees by 50%, explore funding, bundle fees, cap applications, and present a new proposal in January 2026. It awarded a three‑year contract to Veronica Tam & Associates for HUD reporting services, up to $80,100, with all five members voting aye. The council adopted a resolution designating members to the Los Angeles County Sanitation District Boards. It accepted a grant for the Office of Traffic Safety’s pedestrian and bicycle safety program. Routine consent‑agenda items were enacted by a single motion.

• Tabled historic preservation fee discussion; directed staff to pursue 50% fee reduction and related actions
• Approved $80,100 consulting contract with Veronica Tam & Associates (5‑0 vote)
• Adopted resolution appointing board members to County Sanitation Districts Nos. 2 & 16 (5‑0 vote)
• Accepted grant for pedestrian and bicycle safety program
• Approved routine consent‑agenda items (Items 4‑25 except 9,16,17,24) by one motion

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will convene a special meeting to discuss potential litigation, personnel evaluations, and labor negotiations in closed session. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 27, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

• Closed session to confer with City Attorney on existing litigation (WCAB Case Nos. 4A2211Y1YJL0001, 2491157000, 20607430001)
• Closed session to discuss anticipated litigation (2 matters)
• Closed session to discuss personnel matters (City Manager performance evaluation)
• Closed session to confer with City's Labor Negotiators
• Meeting location: Alhambra City Hall, 111 South First Street

The Alhambra City Council entered a closed‑session meeting and later reconvened. At 6:36 p.m. the council unanimously authorized the City Attorney’s office to file a transient occupancy tax collection action against Omeo Suites for delinquent taxes. No other matters were decided.

• Authorized City Attorney to file transient occupancy tax collection action against Omeo Suites (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss modifications to the ACT Bus Blue Line and the placement of bus stops. This follows resident concerns regarding route changes intended to increase ridership and serve underserved areas.

• Discussion of ACT Bus Blue Line route modifications and bus stop locations
• Review of the Revenue Neutral Alternative route plan
• Report on outreach to Alhambra Unified School District and City of Monterey Park

The council adopted a motion directing staff to review the proposed ACT Bus route modifications, continue public outreach, and study the northeast portion of the city and Commonwealth Avenue. The staff will bring a proposal to the Transportation Commission for a public hearing and then present the findings to the council. The motion was moved by Councilmember Maloney, seconded by Andrade‑Stadler, and passed unanimously with all four present members voting aye.

• Directed staff to review the proposed ACT Bus route changes (unanimous)
• Directed staff to continue public outreach on the ACT Bus changes (unanimous)
• Directed staff to study the northeast portion of the city and Commonwealth Avenue (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring a proposal to the Transportation Commission for a public hearing and present findings to council (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review a presentation on implementation options for a Commemorative Historic Plaque Program. The body will discuss and provide direction on their preference between Type 1 programs for intangible history and Type 2 programs for designated historic resources.

• Discussion of Commemorative Historic Plaque Program options
• Approval of May 28, 2025 meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved the minutes from its May 28, 2025 meeting. It recommended that the City Council adopt a Type 2 Commemorative Historic Plaque Program and postpone consideration of a Type 1 program. The commission also approved specific design and content standards for the Type 2 plaques.

• Approved May 28, 2025 meeting minutes (vote 4-0-0-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Type 2 Commemorative Historic Plaque Program (vote 4-0-0-0)
• Recommended City Council table Type 1 Commemorative Historic Plaque Program (vote 4-0-0-0)
• Approved design specifications for Type 2 plaques: rectangular, sizes 8"x10" and 11"x14" (vote 4-0-0-0)
• Approved content requirements for Type 2 plaques: property name, date, architect, owner, style, designation info, text only (no seal) (vote 4-0-0-0)

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission will vote on Planned Development Permit PD‑24‑03 to demolish an existing single‑family residence and build a six‑unit apartment building at 105 North Second Street in the Residential High‑Density zone. The staff recommendation is to adopt Resolution No. 25‑09 approving the permit and to exempt it from CEQA review under Section 15332. The meeting also includes routine consent‑agenda items to approve minutes from prior meetings. No other discussion items are listed.

• Planned Development Permit PD‑24‑03 – demolition of single‑family home and construction of 6‑unit apartment at 105 North Second Street (RH zone), CEQA exemption
• Consent agenda: approve minutes of August 18, 2025 regular meeting
• Consent agenda: approve minutes of October 4, 2022 regular meeting
• Consent agenda: approve minutes of September 20, 2021 regular meeting

The Planning Commission approved the minutes for three past meetings (August 18 2025, October 4 2021, September 20 2021) by unanimous roll‑call vote. The commission also approved Planned Development Permit PD‑24‑03, allowing demolition of a single‑family home and construction of a six‑unit apartment building at 105 North Second Street, and exempted the project from CEQA review. Both actions carried a 6‑0‑0‑3 vote (six ayes, no noes, no abstentions, three absent).

• Approved minutes of August 18, 2025 meeting (6-0-0-3)
• Approved minutes of October 4, 2021 meeting (6-0-0-3)
• Approved minutes of September 20, 2021 meeting (6-0-0-3)
• Approved Planned Development Permit PD‑24‑03 for 105 N. Second St., allowing a 6‑unit apartment project and CEQA exemption (6-0-0-3)

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The commission will meet to discuss Alhambra community art ideas and review a staff report. The body will also consider the approval of the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approval of September 17, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of Alhambra community art ideas

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will vote to approve several design applications, including a new front‑yard block wall at 2708 West Birch Street and a prefabricated spray booth at 441 West Valley Boulevard. The board will also approve new signage projects at 1139 West Main Street and 726 East Main Street, as well as residential additions and a demolition at 1715 Pedley Drive and 1205 South 4th Street. All recommended actions are to approve the projects without conditions.

• Approve 30‑inch block wall with stucco finish at 2708 West Birch Street (DRB-25-058)
• Approve new spray booth and exterior painting at 441 West Valley Boulevard (DRB-25-119)
• Approve removal and replacement of signage at 1139 West Main Street for New Century BMW (DRB-25-108)
• Approve demolition of attached structure and 898 SF addition at 1715 Pedley Drive (DRB-25-083)
• Approve 974 SF 2‑story addition at 1205 South 4th Street (DRB-25-050)

The board approved the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved six design applications without conditions and one with conditions, each passing with the recorded vote counts. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved September 23, 2025 minutes (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 2708 West Birch St block wall with conditions (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 441 West Valley Blvd spray booth and painting (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 1139 West Main St signage for New Century BMW (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 726 East Main St signage for CSC Health Center with conditions (3-0-1-1)
• Approved 1715 Pedley Drive addition with window condition (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 1205 South 4th St addition with window condition (4-0-0-1)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to approve minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting. The body will receive a staff report regarding city events and volunteering opportunities.

• Recap of Fiesta Alhambra (Latin Heritage Celebration) held September 21, 2025
• Discussion of Pumpkin Run scheduled for October 26, 2025

Library Board of Trustees

The Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting. The provided agenda text contains only procedural notice and does not list specific discussion items or decisions.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a substantial amendment to the 2025‑2029 Consolidated Plan and the 2025‑2026 Action Plan, and will vote on a resolution authorizing a $4,079,000 Section 108 loan application to HUD for the Alhambra Community Center at 612 West Shorb. The Council will also consider a resolution to cut building permit fees by 40% for eligible historic‑resource projects and to set new fees for historic preservation applications. Additional items on the consent agenda include awarding a $109,000 contract for the Golf Course Parking Area Landscape Enhancement and approving an omnibus amendment to loan documents with Chapel Housing Partners.

• Public hearing and resolution to request a $4,079,000 Section 108 loan for the Alhambra Community Center (612 West Shorb)
• Resolution to reduce building permit fees by 40% for eligible historic‑resource projects and establish new historic preservation application fees
• Award contract to SGD Enterprises DBA Four Seasons Landscaping, up to $109,000, for Alhambra Golf Course Parking Area Landscape Enhancement
• Approve omnibus amendment to loan documents with Chapel Housing Partners concerning a $6,520,000 loan and $2.7 M in savings

The City Council held a public hearing on the proposed substantial amendments to the 2025‑2029 Consolidated Plan and adopted Resolution No. R2M25‑39, authorizing a $4,079,000 Section 108 loan application to HUD for the Alhambra Community Center. The council voted unanimously in favor and directed staff to complete the loan application process.

• Adopted Resolution No. R2M25‑39 authorizing a $4,079,000 Section 108 loan (ayes: Wang, Maloney, Andrade‑Stadler, Maza, Lee; noes: none)
• Conducted public hearing on the substantial amendments to the CDBG program
• Directed staff to undertake steps to finalize the loan application

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will meet at 5:00 p.m. on October 13, 2025. The council will enter a closed session under the Brown Act to confer with the city’s real‑property negotiator, city attorney on existing litigation, personnel matters, and labor negotiations. A City Clerk report confirms the meeting notice was properly given.

• City Clerk Report – notice of special meeting (Notice No. N2M25-146)
• Closed session to discuss pending Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board cases (e.g., ADJ21543277)
• Closed session to discuss other existing litigation listed in the agenda
• Closed session to discuss personnel matters under Government Code §54957
• Closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the city’s labor negotiators

The Alhambra City Council voted 5‑0 to add two additional items to the Closed Session agenda, as identified by City Attorney Montes. The Council then moved into Closed Session, reconvened later that evening, and adjourned the meeting with the Mayor’s consent.

• Approved addition of two items to Closed Session agenda (5-0)
• Moved into Closed Session at 5:21 p.m.
• Reopened Closed Session at 6:19 p.m. with all members present
• Adjourned meeting at 6:19 p.m. with Mayor’s consent

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The Alhambra Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee will elect a chair and vice chair, approve minutes from prior meetings, and receive progress reports on CDBG and HOME programs. It will also consider an amendment to the 2025‑2026 Action Plan and 2025‑2029 Consolidated Plan to add a Section 108 loan guarantee project for constructing the Alhambra Community Center. Staff will provide updates on funding status, and the public will have an opportunity for comment.

• Election of HCDA committee chair and vice chair
• Approval of minutes for March 4, 2025 and September 10, 2025 meetings
• Receipt and filing of informational progress reports for CDBG and HOME programs
• Amendment to include a Section 108 loan guarantee project for the Alhambra Community Center in the Action and Consolidated Plans
• Staff updates on current CDBG and HOME funding availability

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission scheduled for October 6, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. was cancelled because there was no business to consider. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is set for October 20, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 111 South First Street, Alhambra.

Parks & Recreation Board

The Alhambra Parks and Recreation Commission meeting on Oct 1, 2025 will approve the September 3 minutes, conduct a roll call and flag salute, and consider the Tree City USA designation. Additional agenda items include news & events, oral communications, and commission orals. No contracts, dollar amounts, or ordinance changes are listed.

• I. Roll Call
• II. Flag Salute
• III. Approval of September 3, 2025 minutes
• IV. Tree City USA designation
• V. News & Events

Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for September 24, 2025, has been cancelled. This is part of a series of cancellations including June 25, July 23, and August 27, 2025.

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review several applications for exterior alterations to commercial and residential properties. Proposed projects include signage updates for local businesses and structural modifications to single-family homes.

• Replacement of red tile band with red stucco at In-N-Out (1210 North Atlantic Blvd)
• New wall sign and freestanding sign refacing for Diamond Tire Pros (2025 West Valley Boulevard)
• New wall sign and canopy for Wienerschnitzel (2301 West Valley Boulevard)
• Exterior alterations to single-family residences at 1108 South Vega Street and 937 North Granada Avenue
• New front covered porch and re-roofing at 1400 Milton Avenue

The board approved the minutes from the September 9 meeting. It then approved seven design applications—four commercial sign projects and three residential alterations—some with specific conditions. All motions passed with a 5‑0‑0‑0 roll‑call vote. The meeting adjourned at 7:42 p.m.

• Approved Consent Agenda Item 1 (September 9 minutes) – vote 5-0-0-0
• Approved DRB-25-123 at 1210 N Atlantic Blvd, removal of red tile band – vote 5-0-0-0
• Approved DRB-25-094 at 2025 W Valley Blvd, new wall sign and refacing – with condition to adjust sign spacing – vote 5-0-0-0
• Approved DRB-25-061 at 2301 W Valley Blvd, new wall sign and canopy – vote 5-0-0-0
• Approved DRB-25-096 at 1108 S Vega St, exterior alterations to ranch‑style residence – vote 5-0-0-0
• Approved DRB-25-067 at 937 N Granada Ave, exterior alterations to ranch‑style residence – with two conditions on drawing updates – vote 5-0-0-0
• Approved DRB-25-115 at 1400 Milton Ave, new front porch and re‑roofing – with two conditions on elevation graphics – vote 5-0-0-0

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will receive a staff report on smoke‑free multi‑unit housing and file it. Council members will discuss a survey and proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 2.04.030 and 2.04.210, setting new time limits for public comment on non‑agendized and consent items, and will introduce the ordinance for first reading. The council will also approve the 2024‑2025 HUD CAPER report and receive the quarterly contracts report covering August 31, 2025.

• Presentation on smoke‑free multi‑unit housing regulations (F2M25-7)
• Survey and proposed Ordinance No. O2M25-4850 to amend public‑comment procedures (Chapter 2.04.030 & 2.04.210)
• Approval of the 2024‑2025 HUD Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) (F2M7-84)
• Quarterly contracts report for the period June 1 – August 31 2025 (F2M25-40)
• Commendations for East Alhambra Little League softball and baseball All‑Star teams

The Alhambra City Council received a staff report on smoke‑free multi‑unit housing and approved moving forward with an ordinance that would ban indoor smoking in multi‑unit buildings of four or more units, with a 2‑3‑year phase‑in. The motion was made by Councilmember Maza, seconded by Andrade‑Stadler, and passed unanimously (5‑0). The Council also instructed staff to gather more information on setting time limits for public comment on non‑agendized items. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved smoke‑free multi‑unit housing ordinance draft (5‑0)
• Directed staff to gather additional information on public‑comment time limits

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will hold a special meeting at 5:00 p.m. on September 22, 2025. The agenda includes a City Clerk report confirming proper notice of the meeting and a closed‑session segment. In closed session the Council will confer with legal counsel on an existing lawsuit (Dann L. Duncan v. City of Alhambra, LASC Case No. 25PSCV03215) and on anticipated litigation, and will meet with the city’s labor negotiator regarding the Alhambra Firefighters’ Association.

• City Clerk Report – notice of special meeting (Notice No. N2M25-125)
• Closed session – discussion of existing litigation: Dann L. Duncan v. City of Alhambra et al. (LASC Case No. 25PSCV03215)
• Closed session – anticipated litigation (one matter)
• Closed session – labor negotiations with Mariam Ko, Director of Human Resources regarding the Alhambra Firefighters’ Association
• Public comments – Zoom or telephone participation with 5‑minute limit

The City Council gave notice of the special meeting, entered a closed‑session to discuss pending litigation and labor matters, reconvened, and then adjourned. No approvals, denials, or other substantive actions were taken.

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The commission will meet to discuss Alhambra community art ideas and review a staff report. The body is also scheduled to approve the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting.

• Approval of August 20, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of Alhambra community art ideas

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission’s regular meeting scheduled for September 15, 2025 was cancelled because there was no business to consider. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is set for October 6, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 111 South First Street.

Environmental Sustainability Commission

The Alhambra Environmental Sustainability Commission will approve the May 8, 2025 meeting minutes and receive an update on the city’s Sustainability Plan. Commissioners will discuss action items for the next meeting and listen to a presentation by Active San Gabriel Valley on the Burke Heritage Park and Marengo Treatment Plant project. The meeting also includes a public comment period and commission communication segment.

• Approve May 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Sustainability Plan update (information only)
• Sustainability Plan discussion (information only)
• Burke Heritage Park and Marengo Treatment Plant project outreach presentation
• Public comment period (up to 5‑minute statements)

Transportation Commission

The Alhambra Transportation Commission's regular meeting scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on September 10, 2025 has been cancelled. The cancellation was ordered by the commission secretary. The next regular meeting is set for Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in City Hall Conference Room A, 111 S. First Street.

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The Alhambra Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee will receive progress reports on CDBG and HOME programs and file them. Staff will be directed to submit the FY 2024‑25 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) to the City Council for the September 22 meeting. The committee will review an amendment to the 2025‑26 Annual Action Plan and 2025‑2029 Consolidated Plan that adds a Section 108 loan guarantee project for constructing the Alhambra Community Center, to be sent to the City Council for the October 13 meeting. The meeting also includes the election of a chair and vice‑chair and the introduction of a new member.

• Introduction of new HCDA committee member Manuel Armas
• Election of HCDA committee officers (chair and vice chair)
• Approval of minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting
• Receipt and filing of progress reports for CDBG and HOME programs
• Amendment to include a Section 108 loan guarantee for the Alhambra Community Center

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will consider several design applications, including new wall signs at 2216 South Fremont Avenue and 910 East Main Street, exterior alterations and repainting at 898 North Marguerita Avenue, and a first‑floor and second‑story addition with garage at 801 East Pine Street. Staff recommendations for all items are to approve them without conditions. The meeting also includes routine consent‑agenda items and a brief public comment period.

• DRB-25-090: New front‑lit wall sign for a daycare at 2216 South Fremont Avenue (approved without conditions)
• DRB-25-112: New front‑ and back‑lit wall sign for ‘Mama Lu’s Dumpling House’ at 910 East Main Street (approved without conditions)
• DRB-25-082: Exterior alterations and repainting of a single‑family residence at 898 North Marguerita Avenue (approved without conditions)
• DRB-25-084: 408 SF first‑floor addition, 1,040 SF second‑story addition, and attached 2‑car garage at 801 East Pine Street (approved without conditions)
• DRB-25-084: (same project) addition and garage for the residence at 801 East Pine Street

The Design Review Board approved the minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting. It also approved a new wall sign for a church daycare at 2216 South Fremont Avenue, a wall sign for Mama Lu’s Dumpling House at 910 East Main Street, exterior alterations for a residence at 898 North Marguerita Avenue, and a first‑ and second‑floor addition with a garage at 801 East Pine Street with a window‑height condition. Each motion passed with a 4‑0‑0‑1 roll‑call vote.

• Approved August 26, 2025 minutes (4-0-0-1)
• Approved wall sign at 2216 South Fremont Avenue (4-0-0-1)
• Approved wall sign at 910 East Main Street (4-0-0-1)
• Approved exterior alterations at 898 North Marguerita Avenue (4-0-0-1)
• Approved addition at 801 East Pine Street with window condition (4-0-0-1)

Youth Commission

The Alhambra Youth Commission will consider approval of the minutes from its August 12, 2025 meeting. The staff report will inform the commission about two upcoming city events—a Fiesta Alhambra Latin Heritage Celebration on September 21, 2025, and a Pumpkin Run on October 26, 2025. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, flag salute, oral communications, commission orals, and adjournment.

• Approve minutes of the August 12, 2025 meeting
• Staff report on Fiesta Alhambra (Latin Heritage Celebration) – Sunday, September 21, 2025
• Staff report on Pumpkin Run – Sunday, October 26, 2025

The Alhambra Youth Commission approved the minutes from its August 12, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Brendon Wu, seconded by Leslie Chu, and passed by roll‑call vote. No other actions were formally decided at this meeting.

• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (passed by roll‑call vote)

Library Board of Trustees

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees scheduled for September 9, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 14, 2025.

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will consider an ordinance to designate Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) within the city based on a new California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection map. The council will also receive an informational presentation from the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments and consider routine contracts.

• Ordinance to designate Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) on Sherwood Avenue and Keats Street
• Informational presentation from San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments
• Contract for SCADA services and maintenance not to exceed $140,000
• Contract amendment for custodial services at City Hall and other facilities
• Acceptance of a $3,591 grant for library book delivery services

The council introduced an ordinance to designate Fire Hazard Severity Zones for its first reading. It directed staff to research time limits for public comment on non‑agendized items and report back. The council approved a contract for SCADA professional services and maintenance up to $140,000. It also received and filed an informational report from the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments.

• Introduced Ordinance No. O2M25-4849 to designate Fire Hazard Severity Zones (first reading, 5-0)
• Directed staff to research other cities' public‑comment time limits and return with a report (5-0)
• Approved SCADA services and maintenance contract for Water and Sewer divisions, up to $140,000
• Received and filed SGVCOG informational report
• Approved routine consent agenda items (all except Item 14)
• Approved award contract for SCADA services, subject to final language approval

Parks & Recreation Board

The Commission will meet to approve minutes from May 7, 2025, and discuss Tree City USA. The agenda also includes time for news, events, and public communications.

• Approval of May 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Tree City USA

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission’s September 2, 2025 meeting was canceled because no agenda items were scheduled for consideration. The next meeting is set for September 15, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in Alhambra City Hall Council Chambers.

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The regular meeting of the Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee scheduled for September 2, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 7, 2025.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Alhambra Historic Preservation Commission has cancelled its regularly scheduled meetings for June 25, July 23, August 27, and September 24, 2025. The next meeting is rescheduled for October 22, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in Conference Room A at Alhambra City Hall.

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will consider approving six residential design projects and one church signage application. The board will also review the minutes from its previous meeting.

• Approve new wall sign for Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints at 1212 South Eighth Street
• Approve new side and rear yard gate and fence at 824 West Ramona Road
• Approve 733 SF rear addition at 1209 Violeta Drive
• Approve 361 SF front addition and porch redesign at 1418 South Primrose Avenue
• Approve 821 SF addition, deck, and remodel at 1620 Grand View Drive

The board approved the minutes from its August 12, 2025 meeting. It also approved four residential construction applications and a wall sign, all passing a 4‑aye vote with one member absent; two projects received specific conditions.

• Approved minutes of August 12, 2025 meeting (4-0-0-1)
• Approved wall sign at 1212 South Eighth Street (4-0-0-1)
• Approved side and rear yard gate and fence at 824 West Ramona Road with conditions (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 733 SF addition at 1209 Violeta Drive (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 361 SF addition and front porch redesign at 1418 South Primrose Avenue with condition (4-0-0-1)

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special session primarily to enter a closed session. The body will confer with legal counsel regarding potential and existing litigation.

• Closed session: 2 matters regarding significant exposure to litigation
• Closed session: 3 matters regarding the initiation of litigation

The Alhambra City Council convened a special meeting on August 25, 2025, entered closed session, reconvened, and adjourned. No substantive approvals, denials, or policy decisions were recorded.

• Moved into closed session (unanimous)
• Moved out of closed session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed historic preservation ordinance that would establish citywide rules for designating and protecting historic resources. The council will also consider a $60,000 donation from general fund reserves to support the Alhambra Teachers Association Food Pantry and Urban Visionaries. Additionally, staff will present information on Senate Bill 79, which could impact local zoning near transit stops.

• Public hearing on Zoning Text Amendment AMD-25-03 to adopt a Historic Preservation Ordinance
• Possible $60,000 donation from General Fund Reserves to Alhambra Teachers Association Food Pantry and Urban Visionaries
• Presentation on Senate Bill 79 (Wiener) and potential impacts on local zoning near CalState LA Metrolink station

Council members discussed a request to transfer $60,000 from the General Fund Reserves to the Alhambra Teachers Association Food Pantry via Urban Visionaries. A motion to approve the donation with amendments was made, and a substitute motion to table the item until a policy amendment could be discussed was also presented. No vote tally or final approval was recorded in the minutes.

• Motion to approve $60,000 donation to Alhambra Teachers Association Food Pantry (presented, no vote recorded)
• Substitute motion to table the donation item pending Reserve Fund policy amendment (presented, no vote recorded)

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The Arts & Cultural Events Commission holds a regular meeting to approve past minutes, discuss community art ideas, and hear a staff report. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda beyond routine approvals.

• Approve July 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss Alhambra Community Art Ideas including utility box art proposals
• Staff report includes potential mural donation for Alhambra Community Center

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a conditional use permit for an automotive repair shop. The body will also review minutes from three previous meetings.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP-24-02 for Phoenix Auto Care to legalize a 206 square foot addition at 3071 West Valley Boulevard
• Approval of minutes from July 21, 2025
• Approval of minutes from January 18, 2022
• Approval of minutes from January 3, 2022

The commission approved the minutes from three past meetings (July 21 2025, Jan 18 2022, Jan 3 2022) with votes of 8-0-1-0 and 9-0-0-0. It also approved Conditional Use Permit CUP‑24‑02 for Phoenix Auto Care’s 206 sq ft addition at 3071 West Valley Blvd, adding a condition limiting operating hours. All approvals were adopted unanimously (9-0-0-0).

• Approved July 21, 2025 minutes (8-0-1-0)
• Approved Jan 18 2022 minutes (9-0-0-0)
• Approved Jan 3 2022 minutes (9-0-0-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP‑24‑02 for Phoenix Auto Care, with limited hours (9-0-0-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees has scheduled a regular meeting. The provided document is a notice of the meeting and does not list specific agenda items.

Youth Commission

The Alhambra Youth Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve the minutes from the April 9, 2024, session and hear oral communications. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the Alhambra Public Library.

• Approval of the minutes from the April 9, 2024, regular meeting
• Oral communications from the public
• Commission Orals
• Adjournment

The Alhambra Youth Commission approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting by roll‑call vote. The commission discussed several project ideas, including the Spark of Love project, Hello Neighbor, Back to School Support, and career‑oriented workshops, but no actions were taken on them. Commissioners also reviewed a community‑engagement proposal for the Burke Heritage Stormwater Capture Project and noted a need for earlier notice of events. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (roll call vote)

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board meets to review and approve routine and minor design projects. Five applications are considered, including new signage, residential additions, and a large self-storage facility. All items are approved, with one project receiving conditional approval requiring architectural adjustments.

• 300 South Atlantic Boulevard: New wall sign and exterior remodel for Chevron gas station (approved)
• 160 East Main Street: Three new wall signs for Bank of America (approved)
• 720 Winchester Avenue: 623 SF rear addition to single-family home (approved)
• 3001 West Mission Road: 146,352 SF 4-story self-storage building with retail space (approved)
• 1628 South Primrose Avenue: Exterior remodel and new gate for single-family home with Mediterranean style conditions (approved with conditions)

The Board approved the minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting. It then approved five applications without conditions: a new wall sign at 300 South Atlantic Boulevard, three Bank of America wall signs at 160 East Main Street, a 623‑sf addition at 720 Winchester Avenue, and a 146,352‑sf self‑storage building at 3001 West Mission Road. The Board also approved an exterior remodel with conditions at 1628 South Primrose Avenue.

• Approved July 22, 2025 minutes (4-0-0-1)
• Approved wall sign project at 300 South Atlantic Blvd (4-0-0-1)
• Approved three Bank of America signs at 160 East Main St (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 623 sf addition at 720 Winchester Ave (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 146,352 sf self‑storage building at 3001 West Mission Rd (4-0-0-1)
• Approved exterior remodel with conditions at 1628 South Primrose Ave (3-1-0-1)

City Council

The Alhambra City Council’s regular meeting scheduled for August 11, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for August 25, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

Parks & Recreation Board

The Commission will meet to approve minutes from May 7, 2025, and discuss Tree City USA. The meeting also includes time for news, events, and public communications.

• Approval of May 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Tree City USA

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for August 5, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 2, 2025.

Planning Commission

The August 4, 2025 regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission has been cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special session primarily to enter a closed session. The meeting includes a conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation.

• Closed session regarding existing litigation: WCAB Case Nos. 4A2211Y1YJL-0001, 20607430001, 24911570001, and multiple COAL cases involving Rodney Merino

The Alhambra City Council voted to allow Councilmember Wang to join and vote in meetings via video/teleconference because of an emergency medical reason. The motion passed with three ayes (Maloney, Andrade-Stadler, Lee) and no votes against; Wang abstained and Maza was absent. Afterward the council entered a closed‑session meeting and later reconvened before adjourning.

• Approved Councilmember Wang's remote video participation request (3-0, Wang abstained)
• Moved into closed session at 5:08 p.m. for legal counsel conference
• Re‑convened from closed session at 6:05 p.m.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:05 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing to determine the reasonableness of costs for nuisance abatement at a specific property. The body will also receive a report on city-wide objective design standards and consider a resolution regarding federal immigration enforcement.

• Public hearing for $30,660.45 weed abatement costs and lien at 804 S. Sixth Street
• Proposed contract for 23 mobile data computers from Getac Technology Corporation for $120,744.72
• Presentation on Objective Design Standards for the East Main Corridor, Central Business District, West Main Corridor, and Valley Boulevard
• Consideration of Resolution No. R2M25-29 regarding federal immigration enforcement activities
• Acceptance of a donated 8-foot by 5-foot tile mural from Ken and Tricia Haas

The City Council voted to allow Councilmember Wang to participate and vote remotely via video/teleconference for emergency medical reasons. The Council also approved staff recommendations to confirm $30,660.45 in weed‑abatement costs, authorize a nuisance abatement lien and a special tax assessment against 804 S. Sixth Street, and adopted Resolution No. R2M25-28 confirming those actions. The council received and filed the Objective Design Standards and Design Guidelines report.

• Approved remote video/teleconference participation for Councilmember Wang (ayes: Maza, Maloney, Andrade-Stadler, Lee; abstain: Wang)
• Approved $30,660.45 weed‑abatement cost assessment for 804 S. Sixth St. (ayes: Maloney, Wang, Maza, Andrade-Stadler, Lee)
• Authorized a nuisance abatement lien on 804 S. Sixth St. for the same amount (ayes: Maloney, Wang, Maza, Andrade-Stadler, Lee)
• Adopted Resolution No. R2M25-28 confirming abatement costs and lien/assessment (ayes: Maloney, Wang, Maza, Andrade-Stadler, Lee)
• Received and filed the City of Alhambra Objective Design Standards and Design Guidelines report

Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for July 23, 2025, has been cancelled. This is part of a series of cancellations for June, July, August, and September 2025.

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider a new master sign program and exterior painting for a shopping center. The board will also review several applications for residential window replacements, additions, and exterior remodels.

• Master Sign Program for 10 tenant wall signs and 1 freestanding sign at 2620 West Valley Boulevard
• 1,414 SF 2-story rear addition and exterior remodel at 2512 Hagen Drive
• 376 SF front addition to a residence at 1418 South Primrose Avenue
• Exterior remodel and new vehicular gate at 1628 South Primrose Avenue
• Window replacements at 416 South Marguerita Avenue and 2901 Concord Avenue

The Design Review Board approved the minutes of its July 8, 2025 meeting. It approved a master sign program for ten tenant wall signs and one freestanding sign at 2620 West Valley Boulevard with two design conditions. The board also approved window replacements, exterior remodels, additions, and other projects at six residential addresses, some with specific conditions. All motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0‑0‑0 roll‑call vote.

• Approved minutes of July 8, 2025 meeting (5-0-0-0)
• Approved master sign program at 2620 West Valley Blvd with conditions (5-0-0-0)
• Approved window replacements at 416 South Marguerita Ave (5-0-0-0)
• Approved exterior remodel and gate at 1628 South Primrose Ave with conditions (5-0-0-0)
• Approved 376 SF addition at 1418 South Primrose Ave (5-0-0-0)
• Approved 1,420 SF rear addition and remodel at 2512 Hagen Drive with conditions (5-0-0-0)
• Approved sixteen window replacements at 2901 Concord Ave (5-0-0-0)

Civil Service Commission & Board of Appeals

The Alhambra Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting to approve minutes from nine previous meetings held between April 14, 2025, and July 16, 2025. The agenda consists of procedural items and public comment.

• Approval of revised minutes from April 14, 2025
• Approval of minutes from April 30, May 27, May 28, May 29, June 9, June 16, June 19, and July 16, 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Planned Development Permit for a residential project. The body will also receive an informational report on housing law and commissioner responsibilities.

• Planned Development Permit PD-24-01 for a second-floor unit attached to an ADU and garage at 422 South Eighth Street
• Informational report on Planning Commissioner training and State housing laws
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 7, 2025, and February 7, 2022

The Alhambra Planning Commission approved the minutes of the July 7, 2025 and February 7, 2022 meetings. Commissioners voted to re‑order the agenda to place the public hearing first. The commission approved Planned Development Permit PD‑24‑01 for 422 South Eighth Street. All motions passed with the recorded vote totals.

• Approved July 7, 2025 minutes (6-0-2-1)
• Approved February 7, 2022 minutes (7-0-1-1)
• Re‑ordered agenda to put public hearing first (8-0-0-1)
• Approved Planned Development Permit PD‑24‑01 at 422 South Eighth St (8-0-0-1)

Civil Service Commission & Board of Appeals

The Alhambra Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting. The agenda consists of a closed session regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release.

• Closed session regarding public employee discipline/dismissal/release

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The commission will meet to review community art ideas and receive a staff report. The body is also scheduled to vote on the approval of the June 18, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approval of June 18, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of Alhambra community art ideas

City Council

The regular meeting of the Alhambra City Council scheduled for July 14, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 28, 2025.

Environmental Sustainability Commission

The Commission will receive a staff update on the city's Sustainability Plan and discuss future action items. Members will also vote to approve the minutes from the May 8, 2025, meeting.

• Vote to approve May 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Staff update on the Sustainability Plan
• Discussion of action items for the next meeting

Transportation Commission

The Commission will review several staff reports regarding pedestrian safety and traffic calming. The body is seeking direction on potential all-way stops, crosswalks, and flashing signs at multiple city intersections.

• Presentation of traffic calming guidelines and speed hump policy by Transtech Engineers, Inc.
• Review of all-way stop options at Alhambra Road and North Raymond Avenue and Alhambra Road and North Stratford Avenue
• Review of all-way stop request at S 7th Street and W Glendon Way
• Crosswalk and signage review for Hellman Ave between West Ramona Road and Palm Avenue
• Traffic calming review for streets surrounding Bell Tower School at 3116 West Main Street

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider applications for window replacements at two residential dwellings and an exterior remodel of a 33-unit residential care facility for the elderly.

• Window replacements for 1-story dwellings at 111 South Meridian Avenue & 301 Hampden Terrace
• Exterior remodel and re-design of a 2-story 33-unit residential care facility at 801 West Commonwealth Avenue

The Design Review Board approved the minutes of the June 24, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0‑0‑1 vote (Udani absent). It approved the window‑replacement application for 111 South Meridian Avenue and 301 Hampden Terrace with three conditions by a 4‑0‑0‑1 vote. It also approved the exterior remodel application for 801 West Commonwealth Avenue with six conditions by a 4‑0‑0‑1 vote.

• Approved June 24, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-0-1)
• Approved window replacements at 111 South Meridian Ave & 301 Hampden Terrace with conditions (4-0-0-1)
• Approved exterior remodel of 801 West Commonwealth Ave with conditions (4-0-0-1)

Library Board of Trustees

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees scheduled for July 8, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2025.

Youth Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Youth Commission scheduled for July 8, 2025, has been cancelled by the Parks and Recreation Supervisor. The next meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2025.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a city-initiated zoning text amendment to establish a Historic Preservation Program. The body will also review minutes from three previous meetings.

• Zoning Text Amendment AMD-25-03 to adopt a Historic Preservation Ordinance
• Approval of May 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of March 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of February 22, 2022 meeting minutes

The commission approved the Consent Agenda items, adopting the minutes from meetings on May 19, 2025, March 21, 2022, and February 22, 2022. It also approved a recommendation to amend Resolution No. 25-04 with two changes and asked the City Council to consider financial assistance for applicants needing a Historic Resources Assessment. Both actions passed with a 7‑0‑0‑2 roll‑call vote. No discussion items were presented.

• Approved Consent Agenda Items 1‑3 (minutes of prior meetings) – vote 7-0-0-2
• Approved recommendation of two amendments to Resolution No. 25-04 and request City Council consider financial assistance for Historic Resources Assessment – vote 7-0-0-2

City Council

The City Council will review information on recent federal immigration enforcement within the city and the police department's operations under the California Values Act. The Council will then provide direction to staff regarding potential updated statements, pending legislation, or the creation of a resource webpage.

• Discussion on federal immigration enforcement activities and SB54 compliance
• Review of pending California legislation SB805 and SB627
• Identification of resources including Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles and CHIRLA
• Closed session regarding the initiation of one litigation matter

The council discussed recent federal immigration enforcement and a draft community resolution. After debate, the motion to adopt the resolution was withdrawn. Council then directed staff to return with a modified resolution reflecting council comments. The motion was moved by Wang, seconded by Maloney, and passed unanimously.

• Motion to adopt community immigration resolution withdrawn (unanimous)
• Directed staff to return with a modified immigration resolution (5-0)
• Moved into closed session for legal counsel on anticipated litigation (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for July 2, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 2, 2025.

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The regular meeting of the Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee scheduled for July 1, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 5, 2025.

Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meetings of the Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for June 25, July 23, August 27, and September 24, 2025, have been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is October 22, 2025.

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is considering applications for a new 2,900 SF home and several commercial exterior updates. The board will also review requests for new signage and color changes for businesses on Main Street and Valley Boulevard.

• New construction of a 2,900 SF 2-story single-family dwelling at 2926 Pyrenees Drive
• Exterior color change for Bank of America at 160 East Main Street
• New signage and pylon sign refacing for Everbank at 711 West Valley Boulevard
• New wall sign for Alhambra Orthodontics at 1525 West Valley Boulevard
• Two new wall signs for Tong Jue Si Meditation Center at 1318 West Alhambra Road

The board approved several design applications, including exterior color changes, signage, and a new single‑family dwelling, all by unanimous or near‑unanimous votes. All approvals were granted without conditions except where specific design requirements were noted. The most detailed approval was for a 2,900‑sq‑ft two‑story home at 2926 Pyrenees Drive, which received multiple conditions. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved June 10, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Added Discussion Item #7 on design review process (5-0)
• Approved exterior color change for 160 East Main St (Bank of America) (5-0)
• Approved new signage for 711 West Valley Blvd (Everbank) (5-0)
• Approved wall sign for 1525 West Valley Blvd (Alhambra Orthodontics) with logo dimension condition (5-0)
• Approved two wall signs for 1318 West Alhambra Rd (Tong Jue Si Meditation Center) with elevation and drawing conditions (4-1)
• Approved new 2,900 SF two‑story single‑family dwelling at 2926 Pyrenees Drive with roof, gate, rail, and drawing conditions (5-0)

City Council

The City Council and several joint authorities will consider adopting budgets for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. The meeting includes a public hearing on the Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2025-2026 through 2029-30.

• Public hearing for the adoption of budgets for FY 2025-2026 and 2026-2027
• Consideration of the Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2025-2026 through 2029-30
• Establishment of the FY 2025-2026 appropriation limit of $201,962,521
• Commendations for five Environmental Scholarship Award recipients receiving $1,000 each

The Alhambra City Council approved the annual budgets for FY 2025‑26 and 2026‑27 for the City and its related authorities, along with the Capital Improvement Plan through FY 2029‑30. A resolution set the FY 2025‑26 appropriation limit at $201,962,521 and approved the adjustment factors used in its calculation. The council also commended five students who received $1,000 environmental scholarship awards.

• Adopted Resolution No. R2M‑25‑26 approving the City, Golf Course Clubhouse Corp, Alhambra Capital Improvements Corp, Alhambra Parking Authority, Alhambra Facilities Financing Authority and Alhambra Public Financing Authority budgets for FY 2025‑26 and 2026‑27 and the CIP for FY 2025‑26 through 2029‑30 (vote 5‑0)
• Adopted Joint Minute Order No. M2M‑25‑1000 approving each authority's portion of the FY 2025‑26 and 2026‑27 budgets (vote 5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. R2M‑25‑23 establishing the FY 2025‑26 appropriation limit of $201,962,521 and approving adjustment factors (per‑capita income +6.44% and population +0.22%) (vote 5‑0)
• Commended Environmental Scholarship Award recipients Danny Thach, Elizabeth Ma, Asher Wong, Jadee Lin and Michelle Zang, each receiving a $1,000 check

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting consisting primarily of a closed session. The body will discuss anticipated litigation and labor negotiations.

• Closed session regarding the initiation of one matter of anticipated litigation
• Conference with Labor Negotiator Mariam Ko regarding several employee associations, including Police and Fire

The council conducted roll call at 5:04 p.m., then entered a closed session at 5:05 p.m. to discuss confidential matters. The session reconvened at 6:22 p.m. with all members present, and the meeting was adjourned shortly thereafter. No substantive actions or votes were recorded.

Civil Service Commission & Board of Appeals

The Alhambra Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting. The agenda consists of a closed session to discuss public employee discipline, dismissal, or release.

• Closed session regarding public employee discipline/dismissal/release

Civil Service Commission & Board of Appeals

The special meeting of the Alhambra Civil Service Commission scheduled for June 18, 2025, has been cancelled.

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The Commission will meet to elect officers and discuss ideas for community art in Alhambra. The meeting also includes a review of previous meeting minutes and a staff report.

• Election of officers
• Discussion of Alhambra community art ideas

Civil Service Commission & Board of Appeals

The Alhambra Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting on June 16, 2025. The agenda consists of a closed session to discuss public employee discipline, dismissal, or release.

• Closed session regarding public employee discipline/dismissal/release

Planning Commission

The June 16, 2025, regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission was cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review applications for residential additions, home remodels, and commercial signage. The board is deciding on approvals for projects ranging from a new 2,616 SF home to a commercial addition with an accessible ramp.

• New 2,616 SF 2-story single-family dwelling at 2576 Loma Vista Drive
• 1,414 SF 2-story addition and exterior remodel at 2512 Hagen Drive
• 206 SF addition and accessible pedestrian ramp at 3071 West Valley Boulevard
• New signage for 'Ross' at 600 East Valley Boulevard
• Exterior remodel of a Craftsman style home at 425 South 4th Street

The Design Review Board approved the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting. It approved applications for a front‑yard fence at 608 La Paloma Ave, retaining walls at 1800 Orange Grove Ave, signage at 600 East Valley Blvd, a commercial addition at 3071 West Valley Blvd, a residential remodel at 425 South 4th St, and a new two‑story home at 2576 Loma Vista Dr, all with unanimous votes. The board continued the review of a two‑story addition at 2512 Hagen Dr with design considerations.

• Approved minutes of May 27, 2025 meeting (5-0-0-0)
• Approved 30" front‑yard fence at 608 La Paloma Ave with matte finish and 36" gate (5-0-0-0)
• Approved retaining walls and stairs at 1800 Orange Grove Ave (5-0-0-0)
• Approved new signage for “Ross” at 600 East Valley Blvd (5-0-0-0)
• Approved 206 SF addition and ramp at 3071 West Valley Blvd with fence‑plan condition (5-0-0-0)
• Approved exterior remodel at 425 South 4th St with siding and trim conditions (5-0-0-0)
• Approved 2,616 SF two‑story home at 2576 Loma Vista Dr with roof‑offset and lighting conditions (5-0-0-0)
• Continued review of 1,414 SF two‑story addition at 2512 Hagen Dr with design considerations (5-0-0-0)

Civil Service Commission & Board of Appeals

The Alhambra Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting on June 10, 2025. The agenda consists of a closed session to discuss public employee discipline, dismissal, or release.

• Closed session regarding public employee discipline/dismissal/release

Library Board of Trustees

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the provided document.

Youth Commission

The regular meeting of the Youth Commission scheduled for June 10, 2025, has been cancelled by the Youth Commission Liaison.

Civil Service Commission & Board of Appeals

The Alhambra Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting on June 9, 2025. The agenda consists of a closed session to discuss public employee discipline, dismissal, or release.

• Closed session regarding public employee discipline/dismissal/release

City Council

The regular meeting of the Alhambra City Council scheduled for June 9, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 23, 2025.

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The regular meeting of the Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee scheduled for June 3, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 1, 2025.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission scheduled for June 2, 2025, has been cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

Civil Service Commission & Board of Appeals

The Alhambra Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting. The agenda consists of a closed session to discuss public employee discipline, dismissal, or release.

• Closed session regarding public employee discipline/dismissal/release

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a city-initiated zoning text amendment to establish regulations for designating and regulating historic resources. The body will also elect its officers for the 2025-2026 term.

• Zoning Text Amendment AMD-25-03 (Historic Preservation Ordinance) for citywide historic resource regulations
• Election of President, Vice-President, and Secretary for 2025-2026
• Review and approval of February 26, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission elected Joyce Amaro as President, the Director of Community Development as Secretary, and Dylan Littlefield as Vice President. They approved the February 26, 2025 meeting minutes. They adopted Resolution No. 25‑01, a historic preservation ordinance amendment, with unanimous votes.

• Elected Director of Community Development as Secretary (5-0-0-0)
• Elected Joyce Amaro as President (5-0-0-0)
• Elected Dylan Littlefield as Vice President (4-0-1-0)
• Approved February 26, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑01 historic preservation ordinance amendment (5-0-0-0)

Civil Service Commission & Board of Appeals

The Alhambra Civil Service Commission will meet in closed session. The meeting is scheduled to discuss public employee discipline, dismissal, or release.

• Closed session regarding public employee discipline/dismissal/release

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board meets to decide on five exterior and sign projects at commercial and residential properties. All five items are approved, with two projects receiving approval with conditions requiring design clarifications.

• DRB-25-038: Reface existing monument sign at 101 South Atlantic Boulevard (First Baptist Church of Alhambra) — APPROVED without conditions
• DRB-24-155: New channel letter wall sign at 25 North Garfield Avenue — APPROVED without conditions
• DRB-25-027: Exterior improvements including new paint, sign canopy, and loading area fence at 600 East Valley Boulevard — APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS (paint color and fence design review required)
• DRB-24-129: 729 SF single-family house addition at 1325 South Palm Avenue — APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS (clarify wall cap on front porch)
• DRB-25-055: 49 SF addition enclosing existing patio at 2504 Whitney Drive — APPROVED without conditions

The Design Review Board approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. It also approved six design applications—two signage projects, three exterior improvement projects with conditions, and one residential addition—each with a 5-0-0-0 roll‑call vote. No oral communications were presented and the meeting adjourned at 8:20 P.M.

• Approved minutes of May 13, 2025 meeting (5-0-0-0)
• Approved reface of monument sign at 101 South Atlantic Blvd (5-0-0-0)
• Approved new channel‑letter wall sign at 25 North Garfield Ave (5-0-0-0)
• Approved exterior improvements at 600 East Valley Blvd with conditions (5-0-0-0)
• Approved 729 SF addition at 1325 South Palm Ave with conditions (5-0-0-0)
• Approved 49 SF addition at 2504 Whitney Drive with conditions (5-0-0-0)
• Approved exterior remodel and fence at 1101 South Ethel Ave with condition (5-0-0-0)

Civil Service Commission & Board of Appeals

The Alhambra Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session on public employee discipline, dismissal, or release. The meeting is procedural and does not include any public hearings or decisions.

City Council

The regular meeting of the Alhambra City Council scheduled for May 26, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 23, 2025.

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The regular meeting of the City Arts and Cultural Events Committee scheduled for May 21, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 18, 2025.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed 10-unit condominium complex at 231-235 South Curtis Avenue, which would demolish two existing single-family homes. The commission will also receive an informational report on planning commissioner training and housing law updates, and elect officers for 2025-2026. Consent items include approval of past meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for Planned Development Permit PD-23-69 and Tentative Tract Map TTM-25-02 at 231-235 South Curtis Avenue (10-unit condominium)
• Election of Planning Commission President, Vice-President, and Secretary for 2025-2026
• Informational report on Planning Commissioner training and housing law updates
• Approval of minutes from March 17, 2025, June 20, 2022, April 18, 2022, and April 4, 2022

The Planning Commission elected Chris Olson as President, Eric Garcia as Vice President, and the Director of Community Development as Secretary, each by a 6‑0‑0‑3 roll‑call vote. It approved the minutes from March 17 2025, June 20 2022, April 18 2022 and April 4 2022, with votes of 6‑0‑0‑3 on two items and 5‑0‑1‑3 on the other two. The training and housing‑law briefing was postponed to an unspecified future date (6‑0‑0‑3). The planned development permit for 231‑235 South Curtis Avenue was also postponed, with the motion to continue carried 6‑0‑0‑3.

• Elected Chris Olson President (6-0-0-3)
• Elected Eric Garcia Vice President (6-0-0-3)
• Elected Director of Community Development Secretary (6-0-0-3)
• Approved minutes March 17 2025 (6-0-0-3)
• Approved minutes June 20 2022 (5-0-1-3, Gardea abstained)
• Approved minutes April 18 2022 (5-0-1-3, Gardea abstained)
• Approved minutes April 4 2022 (6-0-0-3)
• Continued training and housing‑law briefing to an uncertain date (6-0-0-3)

Transportation Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Transportation Commission scheduled for May 14, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 9, 2025.

Design Review Board

The Board will receive an informational presentation from RRM Design Group regarding City of Alhambra Objective Design Standards and Design Guidelines. The body will also consider five applications for residential and commercial exterior improvements.

• Presentation on City of Alhambra Objective Design Standards and Design Guidelines by RRM Design Group
• DRB-25-015: 9-foot-high screening structure for emergency generator at 214 South Atlantic Boulevard
• DRB-25-006: Fences, walls, and concrete ramp at 513 South Hidalgo Avenue
• DRB-25-045: Tenant improvements to 1,528 SF commercial building at 116 West Main Street
• DRB-25-036: New directional and menu signs and pylon sign relocation for In-N-Out at 1210 North Atlantic Boulevard

The board approved the minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting. It approved four design applications without conditions and two with conditions. All motions passed with recorded roll‑call votes. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of April 22, 2025 (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 214 South Atlantic Blvd screening structure without conditions (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 513 South Hidalgo Ave project with conditions (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 116 West Main St tenant improvements without conditions (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 1210 North Atlantic Blvd sign project with conditions (3-0-1-1)

Youth Commission

The Alhambra Youth Commission will hold a regular meeting. The main action item is the election of a new president and vice president. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the April 9, 2024 meeting. A staff report and public comment periods are scheduled.

• Election of new Youth Commission president and vice president
• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2024 meeting
• Staff report from Parks and Recreation
• Oral communications from the public
• Commission oral comments

Pamela Ghazale was unanimously elected President and Arabella Hernandez was elected Vice President. The commission approved the April 9, 2024 meeting minutes by roll‑call vote. Members agreed by consensus to suspend meetings for June and July and to resume regular meetings in August.

• Pamela Ghazale elected President (unanimous roll call)
• Arabella Hernandez elected Vice President
• April 9, 2024 minutes approved (roll call vote)
• Suspend meetings for June and July (consensus)
• Resume regular meetings in August (consensus)

Library Board of Trustees

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees scheduled for May 13, 2025 has been canceled. No business was conducted. The next regular meeting is set for June 10, 2025.

City Council

The Alhambra City Council holds three public hearings: renewing the Public Works Maintenance and Improvement District at unchanged assessment rates; approving the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds totaling an estimated $1.27 million; and a report on city vacancies and retention efforts per Assembly Bill 2561. The council also considers proclamations for Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month and LGBTQ+ Pride Month, and commendations for an Edison Scholar and dual immersion students.

• Public Works Maintenance District No. 1 renewal for FY 2025-2026 at the same assessment rates since 1996-97 (Zones A, B, C).
• Public hearing on CDBG ($834,539) and HOME ($440,224) funds for housing rehabilitation, code enforcement, senior case management, and CHDO new construction.
• Public hearing on city vacancy, recruitment, and retention report required by AB 2561 (effective Jan 1, 2025).
• Proclamations ratifying May 2025 as Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month and June 2025 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month.
• Commendation of Matthew Wong, Edison Scholar receiving $50,000 scholarship from Southern California Edison, and commendation of dual immersion students from Fremont and Northrup Elementary Schools.

The council adopted Resolution R2M25-22 renewing the Public Works Maintenance and Improvements District No. 1 for FY 2025‑26 at the same assessment rates used since 1996‑97. The motion passed unanimously (Maza, Maloney, Wang, Andrade‑Stadler, Lee). The council also ratified the mayor’s proclamations designating May 2025 as Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month and June 2025 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month.

• Adopted Resolution R2M25-22 renewing Public Works Maintenance District No. 1 (5‑0 vote)
• Ratified proclamation of May 2025 as Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Ratified proclamation of June 2025 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month
• Commended Matthew Wong for receiving a $50,000 Southern California Edison scholarship
• Commended 8th‑grade dual immersion students at Fremont and Northrup Elementary Schools

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Alhambra City Council with a single agenda item: a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding two pending lawsuits. No public business or votes are scheduled. The council will reconvene afterward only if required to report on the closed session.

• Closed session: existing litigation — Maria Vargas v. City of Alhambra (LASC Case No. 24NWCV01768)
• Closed session: existing litigation — Patricia Fonseca v. City of Alhambra (LASC Case No. 23AHCV00865)

The Alhambra City Council met in a special session on May 12, 2025. After giving notice of the meeting, the council entered a closed‑session at 5:05 p.m. to discuss litigation matters, reconvened in open session at 6:06 p.m., and adjourned the same time. No substantive actions or votes were recorded.

Environmental Sustainability Commission

The Environmental Sustainability Commission will receive staff updates on the Sustainability Plan and the Green Street Demonstration Project on Main Street. API Forward Movement will also provide an update on the Air Quality and Air Filter Study.

• Update on Green Street Demonstration Project on Main Street
• Update on the Sustainability Plan
• Air Quality and Air Filter Study update from API Forward Movement
• Vote to approve March 13, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

This special City Council meeting is solely a budget workshop. Staff will present the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-26 and 2026-27 budgets, a five-year Capital Improvement Plan, a financial forecast, and long-term liabilities. Council is expected to provide direction on funding priorities for the final budget to be considered at a public hearing on June 23, 2025.

• Budget workshop covering FY 2025-26 and 2026-27 budgets and a five-year capital improvement plan
• Discussion of reserve fund balances, reserve policy, and potential federal funding impacts
• Review of 2025 Strategic Plan priorities and funding estimates
• Council to provide staff direction on funding recommendations for the draft budget

On May 6, 2025, the Alhambra City Council met and reviewed a budget workshop presentation covering the FY 2025‑26 and 2026‑27 budgets and the Capital Improvement Plan. Council members discussed the budget surplus, various taxes, unfunded mandates, and strategic‑plan objectives. After discussion, the council took no formal action.

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The regular May 6, 2025 meeting of the Alhambra Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 3, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission's May 5, 2025 regular meeting has been cancelled due to no business to consider. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 19, 2025.

Civil Service Commission & Board of Appeals

At this special meeting, the Alhambra Civil Service Commission will elect a chairperson and vice chairperson and approve minutes from the previous meeting (which was an orientation and training). The commission will then enter closed session to discuss two matters involving public employee discipline, dismissal, or release. No other substantive actions are on the agenda.

• Election of chairperson and vice chairperson
• Approval of minutes from April 14, 2025 orientation meeting
• Closed session for public employee discipline/dismissal/release (two items)

Transportation Commission

The Alhambra Transportation Commission will hear a presentation from Transtech Engineers on the draft Traffic Calming Guidelines and Speed Hump Policy. The commission is asked to provide comments and direction on the draft, which outlines a three-level approach to traffic calming measures from education to physical infrastructure. No final decisions are expected; the item is for discussion and feedback.

• Transtech Engineers presenting draft Traffic Calming Guidelines and Speed Hump Policy
• Guidelines outline three levels: education/enforcement (Level 1), low-cost physical measures (Level 2), higher-cost measures including speed humps (Level 3)
• Speed hump installation and removal criteria included in draft policy
• Commission to provide comments and direction; no final action scheduled

City Council

The City Council will hear the State of the City address and an update on the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. The consent agenda includes renewal of the School Resource Officer MOU with AUSD, amendments to custodial and crossing guard contracts, a revised police officers’ MOU adding a Traffic Investigator category, and award of the summer food service program. All consent items are routine and likely to be approved in one motion.

• Renewal of MOU with Alhambra Unified School District for School Resource Officers, FY 2025-26, at $488,340
• Second amendment to crossing guard contract with All City Management Services, increasing total to $1,150,905.44, extended to July 2026
• Revised MOU with Alhambra Police Officers' Association adding a Traffic Investigator position (no new budget impact)
• Award of 2025 Summer Food Service Program contract to School Nutrition Plus, Inc. for $95,942
• Contract amendment for custodial services clarifying compensation of $464,972.93 for FY 2025-26 and $481,246.96 for FY 2026-27

The council approved an amendment to the custodial services contract, setting FY 2025‑26 and FY 2026‑27 fees. It renewed the School Resource Officer agreement with the Alhambra Unified School District for FY 2025‑26 and approved a second amendment to the school crossing guard contract, raising the total to $1,150,905.44. A resolution was adopted to add a Traffic Investigator position to the police department, and a contract was awarded to School Nutrition Plus for the 2025 Summer Food Service Program. Informational reports on the State of the City and the Hazard Mitigation Plan were also received and filed.

• Approved amendment to custodial services contract (fees up to $464,972.93 FY25‑26, $481,246.96 FY26‑27)
• Renewed School Resource Officer MOU with Alhambra Unified School District for FY25‑26 (reimbursement up to $488,340 annually)
• Approved second amendment to crossing guard contract, increasing total to $1,150,905.44
• Adopted resolution revising MOU with Police Officers Association to add Traffic Investigator position
• Awarded $95,942 contract to School Nutrition Plus for 2025 Summer Food Service Program
• Received and filed State of the City informational report
• Received and filed Hazard Mitigation Plan update informational report

Historic Preservation Commission

This regular meeting of the Alhambra Historic Preservation Commission has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on May 28, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.

• April 23, 2025, meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: May 28, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will elect officers for 2025-2026 and consider four development projects all with staff recommendations for approval. Items include window replacements at 817 West Hellman Avenue, a second-floor addition at 312 Westminster Avenue, a rear addition and porch remodel at 1809 South Almansor Street, and a new 7,695 SF 6-unit apartment building at 105 North 2nd Street. The board will also approve minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting as a consent item.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for 2025-2026
• 24 window replacements on two residential buildings at 817 West Hellman Avenue
• 502 SF second-floor addition at 312 Westminster Avenue
• 2,773 SF two-story rear addition and front porch remodel at 1809 South Almansor Street
• New 7,695 SF three-story six-unit apartment building at 105 North 2nd Street

The board elected its officers for 2025‑2026, approved the April 8 meeting minutes, and approved four design applications. The 2,773‑sq‑ft two‑story addition at 1809 South Almansor Street was approved with three conditions. All actions passed with a 4‑0‑0‑1 roll‑call vote.

• Appointed Steve Kuchenski as Secretary of Design Review Board (4-0-0-1)
• Appointed Anki Udani as Vice Chairman of Design Review Board (4-0-0-1)
• Appointed Nora Hernandez as Chairman of Design Review Board (4-0-0-1)
• Approved minutes of the April 8, 2025 meeting (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 32 window replacements at 817 West Hellman Ave with condition to add window grids (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 502 sf second‑floor addition at 312 Westminster Ave with condition to revise west elevation (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 2,773 sf two‑story addition at 1809 South Almansor St with three conditions (4-0-0-1)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission scheduled for April 21, 2025, has been cancelled. The notice states there is no business to consider at this time.

City Council

This special meeting of the Alhambra City Council is solely for the Mayor's State of the City address, presenting information on various city issues and projects. No policy decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Mayor to deliver the annual State of the City address

Mayor Lee presented the State of the City address. No public comment or discussion was recorded. The council adjourned the meeting at 12:04 p.m. No substantive decisions were made.

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The Alhambra City Arts & Cultural Events Commission will elect officers for the coming term, approve the minutes from the March 19 meeting, and discuss community art ideas. A staff report will cover the upcoming Peeps and Pedals event and the 2026 TOR Student Art Contest.

• Election of officers (President, Vice President) for the commission
• Approval of March 19, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of Alhambra community art ideas
• Staff report on Peeps and Pedals event at Alhambra Park on April 12, 2025
• Update on 2026 TOR Student Art Contest entries and review at next meeting

City Council

This is the record of the April 14, 2025, regular meeting, which consisted only of roll call and a motion to adjourn. No substantive items were discussed or decided. The next meeting is scheduled for April 28, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

Civil Service Commission & Board of Appeals

The Alhambra Civil Service Commission holds a special meeting consisting of commissioner orientation. The agenda includes training on the Brown Act open-meeting law and on procedures for disciplinary appeal hearings. No decisions or action items are scheduled.

• Commissioner orientation session on the Brown Act
• Training on procedures for disciplinary appeal hearings
• Public comments period

City Council

The City Council will consider updates to the city's zoning code and maps to align with state laws and correct inconsistencies. The body will also review new traffic calming guidelines and a citywide speed hump policy.

• Public hearing for Zoning Text Amendment AMD-24-02 and Zoning Map Amendment AMD-25-01
• Resolution No. R2M25-18 to approve General Plan Map Amendment AMD-25-02
• Approval of Traffic Calming Guidelines and Speed Hump Policy
• Proposed ordinance amending bidding and contracting thresholds and false alarm regulations
• Proclamations for Arbor Day (April 25) and Denim Day (April 30)

The council ratified the Arbor Day and Denim Day proclamations. It adopted Ordinance O2M25‑4844, which includes Zoning Text Amendment AMD‑24‑02 and Zoning Map Amendment AMD‑25‑01, and adopted Resolution R2M25‑18 approving General Plan Map Amendment AMD‑25‑02. The ordinance will be read a second time at the April 28 meeting. All votes were unanimous (5‑0).

• Ratified Arbor Day proclamation (April 25 2025)
• Ratified Denim Day proclamation (April 30 2025)
• Adopted Ordinance O2M25‑4844 adopting Zoning Text Amendment AMD‑24‑02 and Zoning Map Amendment AMD‑25‑01 (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution R2M25‑18 approving General Plan Map Amendment AMD‑25‑02 (5‑0)

City Council

This special meeting of the Alhambra City Council is convened primarily for a closed session to discuss legal matters. The council will confer with legal counsel on one anticipated litigation case and one existing workers' compensation case (Gonzalez, Martin). No other business is scheduled for open session.

• Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation (1 matter)
• Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation: WCAB Case No. ADJ17815755 – Gonzalez, Martin

The council met for a special session on April 14, 2025. After a roll call, the council entered a closed‑session meeting to discuss pending litigation. The meeting adjourned with no substantive actions taken.

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will vote on several design approvals, including a new 468-square-foot accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at 2515 Aurora Terrace, a playground canopy at 401 East Corto Street, exterior improvements to two industrial buildings at 433 & 503 South Palm Avenue, and a 421-square-foot addition at 2125 La Paloma Avenue. Staff recommends approval for all items, with conditions on the ADU. The consent agenda includes approval of the March 25 meeting minutes.

• New 468 SF ADU on top of detached garage at 2515 Aurora Terrace (DRB-24-152) — approved with conditions requiring window sill details
• New playground canopy (25 ft. x 25 ft. fabric on steel frame) at 401 East Corto Street YMCA property (DRB-25-017) — approved without conditions
• Exterior improvements including new windows, doors, and canopy at 433 & 503 South Palm Avenue (DRB-24-143) — approved without conditions
• New 421 SF 1-story rear addition at 2125 La Paloma Avenue (DRB-24-157) — approved without conditions
• Approval of action minutes from March 25, 2025 regular meeting

The board approved the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a new playground canopy at 401 East Corto Street, exterior improvements at 433 & 503 South Palm Avenue, a conditioned ADU at 2515 Aurora Terrace, and a conditioned addition at 2125 La Paloma Avenue. All approvals were recorded with vote tallies.

• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (4-0-0-1)
• Approved playground canopy at 401 East Corto Street (4-0-0-1)
• Approved exterior improvements at 433 & 503 South Palm Avenue (3-1-0-1)
• Approved ADU at 2515 Aurora Terrace with conditions (4-0-0-1)
• Approved addition at 2125 La Paloma Avenue with conditions (4-0-0-1)

Library Board of Trustees

The Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for April 8, 2025, by order of the Board President. The next regular meeting is set for May 13, 2025.

Youth Commission

The Alhambra Youth Commission will hold a regular meeting to elect a new president and vice president and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including roll call, staff report, and oral communications.

• Election of new president and vice president
• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2024 meeting

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission scheduled for April 7, 2025, has been cancelled by the Planning Commission Secretary. The next meeting is scheduled for April 21, 2025.

Parks & Recreation Board

The Alhambra Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting with mostly procedural items, including approval of previous minutes and oral communications. The only substantive agenda item is a discussion of Tree City USA, a national program for tree care and urban forestry.

• Discussion of Tree City USA designation

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee scheduled for April 1, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for May 6, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in Conference Room A of Alhambra City Hall.

• Meeting cancelled by order of the Committee Secretary
• Next regular meeting: May 6, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
• Location: Conference Room A, Alhambra City Hall, 111 South First Street

Historic Preservation Commission

The Alhambra Historic Preservation Commission cancelled its March 26, 2025 regular meeting. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 28, 2025.

• Regular meeting cancelled; next meeting set for May 28, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review applications for exterior remodels, additions, and signage. Decisions include a residential conversion to a duplex and a commercial bank remodel.

• 321 North Atlantic Boulevard: conversion of a 2-story residence into a duplex
• 403 West Valley Boulevard: exterior remodel of a 1-story commercial bank
• 17 West Main Street: new wall-mounted sign for 'Eat’s AYCE Sushi'
• 812 North Marguerita Avenue: 346 SF 1-story addition to a residence
• 422 South 8th Street: 1,022 SF detached second unit and 227 SF 1-car garage

The Design Review Board approved the minutes from its March 11, 2025 meeting. It approved five project applications, including a duplex conversion at 321 North Atlantic Blvd with conditions, a commercial bank remodel at 403 West Valley Blvd, a restaurant sign at 17 West Main St with conditions, an addition at 812 North Marguerita Ave without conditions, and a second‑unit addition at 422 South 8th St with conditions. All motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of March 11, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved duplex conversion at 321 North Atlantic Blvd with conditions (5-0)
• Approved remodel of 403 West Valley Blvd commercial bank without conditions (5-0)
• Approved wall‑mounted sign at 17 West Main St with conditions (5-0)
• Approved addition at 812 North Marguerita Ave without conditions (5-0)
• Approved second‑unit addition at 422 South 8th St with conditions (5-0)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Alhambra City Council with no public agenda items. The council will enter closed session to discuss real property negotiations for 840 South Almansor Street, anticipated litigation, and labor negotiations with the Police Officers' Association and Fire Department Management Association. No votes or public decisions are scheduled.

• Closed session conference with real property negotiator regarding 840 South Almansor Street (Emmaus Lutheran Church)
• Closed session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (1 matter)
• Closed session conference with labor negotiator for Alhambra Police Officers’ Association and Alhambra Fire Department Management Association

The Alhambra City Council met in a special session on March 24, 2025. After a closed‑session discussion, the council reconvened and adjourned at 6:16 p.m. No substantive actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will consider a third amendment to City Manager Jessica Binnquist's employment agreement, extending her term through December 2031. The Council will also appoint members to various boards and commissions, hear updates from the Clean Power Alliance and on objective design standards, and vote on several consent agenda items including a fair housing contract extension, participation in an electric fleet transition program, and a park naming.

• Amendment to City Manager contract extending term through 2031
• Poppy Park naming for Fremont Pocket Park at Fremont and Hellman Avenues
• Notice inviting bids for Main Street and Fourth Street sewer main replacement (Phase 2)
• Authorize participation in Clean Power Alliance Energized Communities Program for electric fleet transition (up to $250,000 technical assistance)
• Contract extension with Housing Rights Center for fair housing services at $25,000 per year plus CPI increase in FY 2026-27

The City Council approved two one‑year contract amendments to extend the Housing Rights Center fair‑housing services for FY 2025‑26 at up to $25,000 and for FY 2026‑27 at up to $25,000 plus CPI. The amendments are subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, and staff were directed to finalize the action. The Council also received and filed the Clean Power Alliance informational report and the Objective Design Standards and Guidelines project presentation. Routine consent‑agenda items were enacted by motion.

• Approved FY 2025‑26 fair‑housing contract amendment (up to $25,000) – Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, WANG
• Approved FY 2026‑27 fair‑housing contract amendment (up to $25,000 plus CPI) – Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, WANG
• Received and filed Clean Power Alliance informational report
• Received and filed Objective Design Standards and Guidelines project presentation
• Reappointed and appointed members to various boards and commissions (no vote required)
• Enacted routine consent‑agenda items (items 5,7‑25) by motion

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The Arts & Cultural Events Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss Alhambra Community Art Ideas, review and approve the February 19, 2025 meeting minutes, and hear a staff report and public comments. The agenda is largely procedural with one substantive discussion item.

• Discussion of Alhambra Community Art Ideas
• Approval of February 19, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Staff report on ongoing art projects and events
• Public communication period for items not on the agenda

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission will meet on March 17, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. to review and potentially approve three zoning-related amendments: Zoning Text Amendment AMD-24-02, Zoning Map Amendment AMD-25-01, and General Plan Map Amendment AMD-25-02. These amendments aim to align city regulations with new state laws, clarify existing rules, and correct mapping errors. The commission will also consider approving past meeting minutes as part of the consent agenda.

• Zoning Text Amendment AMD-24-02 (citywide, aligns with state legislation)
• Zoning Map Amendment AMD-25-01 (citywide, corrects mapping errors)
• General Plan Map Amendment AMD-25-02 (citywide, updates land use map)
• Approval of February 3, 2025, Planning Commission minutes
• Approval of August 1, 2022, and July 18, 2022, Planning Commission minutes

The Planning Commission voted 9-0 to recommend that the City Council adopt a package of zoning text, zoning map, and general plan map amendments (AMD-24-02, AMD-25-01, AMD-25-02) to address state legislation, fix inconsistencies, and correct errors. The recommendation includes specific amendments to add the phrase 'for a use' in one section, remove references to 'including any amendments or successor statutes thereto,' strike definitions for 'High Quality Transit Corridor' and 'Major Transit Stop,' and an additional revision to the ADU ordinance. The item was found exempt from CEQA review.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-02 recommending City Council adopt zoning text, map, and general plan amendments (9-0)
• Approved amendments to add 'for a use' and remove 'including any amendments or successor statutes thereto' (9-0)
• Approved striking definitions for 'High Quality Transit Corridor' and 'Major Transit Stop' (9-0)
• Approved Agenda Item 4 with amendments and ADU ordinance revision (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda minutes for Feb 3, 2025, Aug 1, 2022, and Jul 18, 2022 (8-0)

Environmental Sustainability Commission

The Alhambra Environmental Sustainability Commission will hold a regular meeting on March 13, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. Business includes voting to approve the November 14, 2024 meeting minutes, electing a new President (and possibly a Vice President), receiving a staff update on the Sustainability Plan (information only), and discussing action items for the next meeting. The agenda also provides for public comment and commission communication.

• Election of Commission President and possibly Vice President
• Staff update on the Sustainability Plan (information only)
• Discussion of future action items for the Sustainability Plan
• Approval of the November 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment period on items not on the agenda

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will hold a special meeting to review and discuss the 2025 Draft Strategic Plan, which updates the plan adopted in 2024. The plan includes six goals: Enhance Public Safety, Improve Infrastructure and Mobility, Create a Strong Financial Base and Economic Base, Enhance Transparency and Open Governance, Promote Sustainability, and Improve Housing Opportunities. The Council will also review an implementation plan with metrics and direct staff on next steps.

• Discuss $14.4M in Measure R funds for pedestrian improvements (Goal 2.4)
• Review expansion of ACT Bus for citywide connectivity (Goal 2.1)
• Explore a vacancy tax for the 2026 ballot and kick-off a Vacant Property Registration Program (Goal 3.5)
• Study seismic retrofitting of critical City facilities (Goal 2.14)
• Review progress on a Comprehensive Environmental Sustainability Plan with community input (Goal 5.1)

The City Council held a special meeting to review the 2025 Draft Strategic Plan, which outlines six goals including public safety, infrastructure, economic development, transparency, sustainability, and housing. Council members discussed various objectives and provided suggestions, but no formal votes were taken. The only action was to review the plan and direct staff as deemed appropriate.

• Reviewed 2025 Draft Strategic Plan and directed staff as deemed appropriate

Transportation Commission

The Commission will review staff reports and provide direction on resident requests for traffic safety improvements. These include potential new crosswalks and all-way stop installations at three different intersections.

• Review of marked crosswalk installation at South Granada Avenue and East Adams Avenue
• Review of all-way stop and red curb installation at North Marengo Avenue and West Grand Avenue
• Review of all-way stop installation at West Grand Avenue and North 3rd Street
• Approval of November 13, 2024 meeting minutes

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review several applications for residential additions, remodels, and commercial fencing. The board is deciding on approvals and conditions for projects ranging from a new single-family home to commercial equipment screening.

• New 2-story single-family residence at 516 Alahmar Street North
• 2,050 SF addition and remodel with 4-car garage at 29 North Vega Street
• New fence and sliding gate at 1027 East Main Street
• New fence for wireless telecommunications facility at 302 South Raymond Avenue
• 322 SF addition and roof design at 1812 Westmont Drive

The Design Review Board unanimously approved all six applications on the agenda, with three approved without conditions and three approved with conditions. All votes were 4-0-0-1, with Chairman Udani absent. The board also approved the February 25, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of February 25, 2025 (4-0-0-1)
• Approved new fence and sliding gate at 1027 East Main St., no conditions (4-0-0-1)
• Approved fence at 302 South Raymond Ave. with condition to provide paint color/finish info (4-0-0-1)
• Approved home addition at 1812 Westmont Dr. with 6 conditions including fascia color and railing design (4-0-0-1)
• Approved commercial remodel at 1117 East Main St. with 7 conditions including height and screening (4-0-0-1)
• Approved home addition at 29 North Vega St. with 11 conditions including Colonial Revival style changes (4-0-0-1)
• Approved new 2-story home at 516 Alahmar St. North, no conditions (4-0-0-1)

Library Board of Trustees

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees scheduled for March 11, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 8, 2025.

Youth Commission

The Alhambra Youth Commission is holding a regular meeting with mostly procedural items, including the election of a new president and vice president. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from April 2024 and staff reports.

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

City Council

The City Council will review a community agreement between Wrensmoor and adjacent neighbors regarding special events, with staff to enforce short-term rental rules starting January 2026 if terms aren't met. The council will also hear a presentation on council chambers safety, adopt a resolution raising the campaign contribution limit from $280 to $300, and discuss naming three new parks (Fremont pocket park, dog park, Story Park pool site). Consent items include accepting completion of the Almansor Street sewer main replacement for $219,173.

• Community agreement between Wrensmoor and neighbors on event conditions; staff to track compliance through 2025
• Resolution to adjust campaign contribution limit from $280 to $300 per Charter Section 101C(C)
• Park naming for Fremont pocket park (Hellman Ave), first-ever dog park, and vacated Story Park pool site
• Notice of completion for sewer main replacement on Almansor Street by GRBCON Inc., final cost $219,173
• Presentation on council chambers safety by Chief of Police Kennedy

The City Council approved a community agreement between Wrensmoor and adjacent neighbors, setting conditions for operations through 2025. They also adopted a resolution adjusting the campaign contribution limit from $280 to $300 per CPI. Several routine items were approved, including a sewer project completion, park names, a bus stop improvement bid notice, and a police dispatchers' MOU.

• Approved community agreement between Wrensmoor and neighborhood (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution R2M25-11 adjusting campaign contribution limit to $300 (5-0)
• Approved park names: Alhambra Pup Plaza and Serenity Circle; Fremont Pocket Park name not approved (5-0)
• Authorized Notice Inviting Bids for Citywide Bus Stop Improvements Project (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution R2M25-12 approving revised MOU with Police Dispatchers' Association (5-0)
• Approved Third Amendment to lease solar trash compactors for $12,803.28 (5-0)
• Accepted sewer main replacement project on Almansor Street as complete for $219,173 (5-0)
• Approved demands totaling $2,844,601.68 (5-0)

City Council

This special meeting of the Alhambra City Council is entirely devoted to closed session. The council will confer with real property negotiators regarding terms for property at 840 South Almansor Street, with Emmaus Lutheran Church, and discuss existing litigation in WCAB Case No. ADJ14510099. No public action or discussion is scheduled.

• Closed session conference with real property negotiator for 840 South Almansor Street (Emmaus Lutheran Church) – price and terms of payment under negotiation
• Closed session conference with legal counsel on existing litigation: WCAB Case No. ADJ14510099 – Case, Bradley

The Alhambra City Council met in special session and immediately moved into closed session to discuss real estate negotiations for 840 South Almansor Street and existing litigation. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after reconvening.

• Moved into closed session to discuss property negotiation at 840 South Almansor Street
• Moved into closed session to discuss existing litigation (WCAB Case No. ADJ14510099)
• Adjourned meeting with no public action

Parks & Recreation Board

The Alhambra Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from February, discuss the Tree City USA program, and receive oral communications. No major decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Tree City USA – discussion of designation or program

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Alhambra City Council convened solely for a strategic planning session. The council, city manager, department heads, and a facilitator will review results of a SWOT analysis survey and discuss tentative goal definitions and priorities. No legislative or routine business items are on the agenda.

• Strategic planning session including discussion of Councilmembers' SWOT Analysis Survey results and setting tentative goal definitions and priorities

The City Council held a special strategic planning session to review and update the 2025 Strategic Plan. No formal votes were taken; the council discussed goals and objectives, made suggestions, and directed staff to prepare a draft plan for review at a special meeting on March 13, 2025.

• Removed Objective 1.1 from Strategic Plan Goal #1 (police recruitment)
• Added objective to clean/maintain Downtown parking structures and sidewalks
• Added objective for a Shop Local Program
• Agreed to leave all objectives under Goal 3 on the Strategic Plan
• Directed staff to return with a draft 2025 Strategic Plan on March 13, 2025

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The Alhambra HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee will receive progress reports for programs using Community Development Block Grant and HOME funds in FY 2024-2025, covering senior case management, code enforcement, housing rights, and home improvement. They will also hold a working meeting to prepare the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025-26 Annual Action Plan, accepting public comments on eligible CDBG and HOME activities.

• Progress report: 88 senior clients served, 3,086 meals delivered, 730 telephone calls made
• Code enforcement: 382 complaints investigated, 74 identified as health and safety, 20 referrals to housing programs
• Housing Rights Center: approximately 271 clients served on evictions, rent increases, repairs, etc.
• Home improvement: 3 HOME major rehabs in progress, 1 completed; 4 CDBG minor rehabs in progress, 1 completed
• Working meeting to develop the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025-26 Annual Action Plan

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for March 3, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on March 17, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. No items were discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled by order of Planning Commission Secretary
• Next meeting scheduled for March 17, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will continue its review of the Draft Historic Preservation Ordinance by considering 80 comments submitted by commissioners on proposed revisions. The commission aims to reach a simple majority consensus on substantive revisions. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from the January 22, 2025, meeting.

• Approval of January 22, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion of Draft Historic Preservation Ordinance with 80 commissioner comments
• Goal to reach consensus on substantive revisions to the ordinance

The Historic Preservation Commission voted 4-0 to approve the January 22, 2025 minutes and then took multiple votes on the draft Historic Preservation Ordinance. They approved staff recommendations on comments #1-13, added six preservation incentives (including Mills Act and fee reductions), and added nine enforcement/penalty provisions (including a permit moratorium up to 60 months). They also voted to not include many other proposed revisions, with some split votes, and tabled or rejected several others.

• Approved January 22, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted staff recommendations on comments #1-13 for ordinance revisions (4-0)
• Added six preservation incentives including Mills Act and fee reductions (4-0)
• Added nine enforcement/penalty provisions including permit moratorium up to 60 months (4-0)
• Rejected comments #20-23 and #24-50 as revisions (3-1)
• Rejected comments #54-58, #60-71, #74-80 as revisions (4-0)
• Rejected comment #72 as revision (2-2 tie, motion failed)
• Rejected comment #73 as revision (3-1)

Design Review Board

The board will review four design applications. They will decide on a new blade sign at 103 North Chapel Avenue for the Lantern Terrace building, and three residential exterior remodels at 1905 South Fremont Avenue, 208 North Granada Avenue, and 718 North Dos Robles. One item (718 N Dos Robles) may be approved or continued for discussion on wall cladding material.

• New blade sign for 'Lantern Terrace' at 103 North Chapel Avenue (DRB-24-104)
• Exterior remodel including removal of unpermitted patio enclosure at 1905 South Fremont Avenue (DRB-24-154)
• New 400 SF addition and exterior remodel at 208 North Granada Avenue (DRB-24-058)
• Exterior remodel with possible discussion on wall cladding at 718 North Dos Robles (DRB-24-066)
• Approval of minutes from the February 11, 2025 meeting

The Design Review Board approved a new blade sign for Lantern Terrace, an exterior remodel at 1905 South Fremont Avenue, and a 400 SF addition at 208 North Granada Avenue, all with conditions. It continued the exterior remodel at 718 North Dos Robles for further study. All votes were 4-0 with one absence.

• Approved blade sign at 103 North Chapel Ave with condition to show height from finish grade (4-0)
• Approved exterior remodel at 1905 S Fremont Ave with conditions on window design (4-0)
• Approved 400 SF addition at 208 N Granada Ave with conditions on rafters and windows (4-0)
• Continued exterior remodel at 718 N Dos Robles for further study (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a ceremonial reorganization of leadership. The session focuses on the rotation of the Mayor and Vice Mayor positions as required by the City Charter.

• Katherine Lee becomes Mayor and Councilperson of Public Affairs
• Jeff Maloney becomes Vice Mayor and Councilperson of Dept. of Finance
• Adele Andrade-Stadler becomes Councilperson of Dept. of Public Works
• Ross J. Maza becomes Councilperson of Dept. of Public Safety
• Noya Wang becomes Councilperson of Dept. of Supplies

The Alhambra City Council held a ceremonial reorganization meeting. Katherine Lee was sworn in as Mayor and Jeff Maloney as Vice Mayor, with other councilmembers assigned to departmental oversight roles. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and ceremonial.

• Katherine Lee became Mayor (ceremonial)
• Jeff Maloney became Vice Mayor (ceremonial)
• Councilmember roles assigned: Lee (Public Affairs), Maloney (Finance), Andrade-Stadler (Public Works), Maza (Public Safety), Wang (Supplies)

City Council

At this special meeting, the City Council will consider consent agenda items including terminating the local emergency declared in January 2025 due to a windstorm, approving a notice inviting bids for the 2025 Summer Food Service Program, accepting a donated scoreboard for Almansor Park, accepting completion of the Fire Station 73 kitchen remodel, designating agents for FEMA/Cal OES assistance, awarding a $64,400 roof replacement contract, and amending the reserve policy. The agenda is partial as provided; the full set of consent items continues beyond item 7.

• Terminate local emergency declared Jan 13, 2025 for windstorm event
• Accept $10,000 donation from East Alhambra Little League for scoreboard installation at Almansor Park
• Accept completion of Fire Station 73 kitchen remodel by First Trade LLC for $170,399.81
• Award $64,400 roof replacement contract at Utilities Customer Service Center to McDonnell Roofing, Inc.
• Approve Cal OES Form 130 designating City Manager, Fire Chief, and Finance Director as agents for disaster assistance

The Alhambra City Council adopted a resolution amending the General Fund Reserve Policy to increase the General Fund Emergency Reserve goal from 20% to 30% of operating expenditures, but removed a section that would have allowed the Finance Director to automatically allocate surplus funds. The council also approved several routine consent agenda items, including terminating a local emergency from the January windstorm, accepting a scoreboard donation, and awarding a roof replacement contract.

• Adopted Resolution R2M25-8 increasing General Fund Emergency Reserve goal to 30%, removing Section 3 on administrative surplus allocation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution R2M25-9 terminating local emergency due to windstorm (5-0)
• Approved participation in 2025 USDA Summer Food Service Program and authorized bid solicitation (5-0)
• Accepted scoreboard donation from East Alhambra Little League and $10,000 for installation (5-0)
• Accepted Fire Station 73 Kitchen Remodel as complete at $170,399.81 (5-0)
• Approved Cal OES Designation of Applicant's Agent Resolution (5-0)
• Awarded roof replacement contract to McDonnell Roofing, Inc. for $64,400 (5-0)
• Authorized bid notices for CDBG ADA Ramp Project and Alley Rehabilitation Project (5-0)

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The Alhambra Arts & Cultural Events Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from November 2024, receive a presentation on Utility Box Art by Haley Hua, and discuss ongoing Alhambra District Art Projects. A staff report and public comment period are also scheduled.

• Approval of November 20, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Presentation on Utility Box Art by Haley Hua
• Update on Alhambra District Art Projects
• Staff report on recent city events and volunteer opportunities

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission scheduled for February 18, 2025, has been cancelled by order of the Commission Secretary. The next regular meeting will be held on Monday, March 3, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Alhambra City Hall.

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will consider three residential design review applications: window and door replacements at 720 West Ramona Road, a new front yard fence and wall at 900 South Olive Avenue, and a 169-square-foot addition and exterior remodel at 121 East Adams Avenue. All items have staff recommendations for approval, with the last item subject to a condition that if the front portion is demolished, the project must return for a new review. The board will also approve minutes from the January 28, 2025 meeting.

• 720 West Ramona Road: door and window removal and window replacements on a single-family residence (DRB-24-100) – recommended approval without conditions.
• 900 South Olive Avenue: new vinyl picket fence and gate, and CMU wall on existing wall (DRB-24-88) – recommended approval without conditions.
• 121 East Adams Avenue: 169 SF addition and exterior remodel of a single-family residence (DRB-24-86) – recommended approval with condition: if front portion demolished, project must be re-approved.

The Design Review Board approved all three applications on the agenda. A door and window replacement at 720 West Ramona Road was approved with conditions requiring revised elevations and grid patterns. A new fence and wall at 900 South Olive Avenue was approved without conditions. A 169 SF addition and remodel at 121 East Adams Avenue was approved with conditions including a demolition clause and stucco color revision. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved DRB-24-100 at 720 West Ramona Road with conditions (5-0)
• Approved DRB-24-088 at 900 South Olive Avenue without conditions (5-0)
• Approved DRB-24-086 at 121 East Adams Avenue with conditions (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 28, 2025 (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The agenda for this meeting is not provided in the source document. The notice only establishes the date, time, and location of the meeting.

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will hold a regular meeting to elect a new president and vice president. They will also consider approving minutes from the April 9, 2024 meeting and hear staff and public comments. The agenda is primarily procedural.

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

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will meet for a special session primarily to conduct closed session business. These discussions include real property negotiations, existing litigation, and labor negotiations.

• Property negotiation for 840 South Almansor Street with Emmaus Lutheran Church
• Legal counsel conference regarding Lisa Wiltrout v. City of Alhambra (Case No. 20STCV43198)
• Labor negotiations with Alhambra Firefighters’ Association and Alhambra Fire Department Management Association

The Alhambra City Council met in special session and immediately moved into closed session to discuss real property negotiations for 840 South Almansor Street, existing litigation (Lisa Wiltrout v. City of Alhambra), and labor negotiations with firefighter associations. No public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after reconvening.

• Held closed session for real property negotiation (840 South Almansor Street)
• Held closed session for existing litigation (Lisa Wiltrout v. City of Alhambra)
• Held closed session for labor negotiations (Firefighters' Association and Management Association)

City Council

The City Council will receive presentations on a community satisfaction survey and the 2024 accomplishments report. The body is also considering several consent items, including police association agreements and a library grant.

• Acceptance of $8,318 grant from California State Library for summer lunch program library services
• Notice of completion for all-inclusive playground equipment at Granada and Alhambra Parks ($1,199,999.49)
• Revised MOU with Alhambra Police Officers’ Association for CalPERS compliance
• Revised MOU with Alhambra Police Dispatchers’ Association and creation of Lead Dispatcher classification
• Staff report on the Draft Historic Preservation Ordinance and potential budget increase

The Alhambra City Council approved an amended and restated Disposition and Development Agreement with the Cesar Chavez Foundation for the Mariposa Project, a proposed affordable housing development in downtown Alhambra. The project was revised from a seven-story, 50-unit building to a four-story, approximately 36-unit building to better compete for state funding. The council also adopted revised MOUs with police officers and dispatchers, accepted a grant for summer library programs, and received the community satisfaction survey.

• Approved amended DDA with Cesar Chavez Foundation for Mariposa affordable housing project (5-0)
• Adopted revised MOU with Alhambra Police Officers' Association (5-0)
• Adopted revised MOU with Alhambra Police Dispatchers' Association and new Lead Dispatcher classification (5-0)
• Accepted $8,318 grant from California State Library for summer lunch program (5-0)
• Accepted completion of all-inclusive playgrounds at Granada and Alhambra Parks ($1,199,999.49)
• Authorized bid notice for roof replacement at Fire Station 74
• Approved demands totaling over $11 million
• Received and filed 2024 Community Satisfaction Survey

Parks & Recreation Board

This meeting is largely procedural, covering approval of previous minutes and a presentation on the Tree City USA program. No significant policy decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from December 4, 2025
• Tree City USA recognition or update
• News & Events report from Parks & Recreation staff

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The committee is receiving and reviewing the HUD program code enforcement fiscal monthly report for December 2024, which details complaint counts, proactive enforcement, and revenue generated. No decisions are scheduled; the item is for discussion and information.

• 313 total complaints received and investigated (114 out-of-target, 199 in-target area)
• 273 total confirmed complaints and proactive enforcement actions
• $12,146.72 in total revenue from business licenses, permits, administrative fines
• 61 building division referrals received
• 525.5 hours spent in target area enforcement

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit to allow a vocational nursing school in a commercial unit at 1227 West Valley Boulevard, Unit 117 in the CMU zone. The commission is also set to approve minutes from three prior meetings (September 2024, September 2022, August 2022). No other discussion items are scheduled.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP-24-04 for a vocational nursing school at 1227 West Valley Boulevard, Unit 117 (CMU zone)
• Review and approval of minutes from the September 16, 2024 regular meeting
• Review and approval of minutes from the September 19, 2022 regular meeting
• Review and approval of minutes from the August 15, 2022 regular meeting

The Alhambra Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit (CUP-24-04) allowing a vocational nursing school at 1227 West Valley Boulevard, Unit 117, in the CMU zone. The permit was approved with a 10-0 vote, and the project was found exempt from CEQA review. The commission also approved minutes from three prior meetings (September 16, 2024; September 19, 2022; August 15, 2022) as part of the consent agenda.

• Approved CUP-24-04 for vocational nursing school at 1227 W Valley Blvd, Unit 117 (10-0)
• Found project exempt from CEQA under Section 15301, Class 1
• Approved minutes of September 16, 2024 regular meeting (9-0)
• Approved minutes of September 19, 2022 regular meeting (9-0)
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2022 regular meeting (9-0)

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will discuss and vote on three items: window replacements at 505 Winthrop Drive, a new wall sign for Chukum restaurant at 236 West Main Street, and a new 10-unit, 10,740 SF 3-story multi-family development at 235 South Curtis Avenue, which includes a lot merger and demolition of two existing homes. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• New 10-unit, 10,740 SF 3-story multi-family development at 235 South Curtis Avenue with ground-level garages (lot merger, demolition of two single-family homes)
• Seven window replacements on single-family house at 505 Winthrop Drive
• New wall sign for 'Chukum' restaurant at 236 West Main Street
• Consent calendar: approval of January 14, 2025, meeting minutes

The Design Review Board approved three projects with conditions: a 10-unit multifamily development at 235 South Curtis Avenue, a wall sign for Chukum restaurant at 236 West Main Street, and seven window replacements at 505 Winthrop Drive. All approvals were unanimous (4-0) with one member absent. The board also approved the January 14, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approved 10-unit multifamily at 235 S Curtis Ave with conditions (4-0-0-1)
• Approved wall sign for Chukum at 236 W Main St with conditions (4-0-0-1)
• Approved 7 window replacements at 505 Winthrop Dr with conditions (4-0-0-1)
• Approved minutes of Jan 14, 2025 meeting (4-0-1)

City Council

This special meeting consists solely of a closed session for the City Council to confer with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (1 matter). No public decisions or discussions are scheduled; the council will reconvene afterward to report if required.

• Closed session: Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation (Govt. Code §54956.9(d)(2): 1 matter)

The Alhambra City Council met in special session and immediately moved into closed session to discuss one matter of anticipated litigation. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after reconvening.

• Moved into closed session to discuss anticipated litigation (1 matter)
• Adjourned meeting with no further business

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed community center at 612 West Shorb Street. The body will also review mid-year budget adjustments for fiscal year 2024-2025 and discuss incentives for ground-floor commercial use in mixed-use buildings.

• Public hearing for a 17,000 to 25,000 square foot community center at 612 West Shorb Street funded by a $25 million state grant
• Proposed vacation of a portion of Shorb Street between 6th and 7th streets
• Mid-year budget review and adoption of FY 2024-25 budget adjustments
• Discussion on building heights and commercial incentives for East Main Street mixed-use developments
• Commendations for 2024 Holiday Home Decorating Contest winners

The City Council certified the Environmental Impact Report and approved the Alhambra Community Center project on the former health clinic site at 612 West Shorb Street, including a parcel map and vacation of a portion of Shorb Street, and directed issuance of a notice inviting bids. The council also adopted FY 2024-25 budget adjustments and received an informational report on incentives for commercial ground-floor uses and East Main Street building heights, with no changes made to height limits. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted Resolution R2M25-4 approving Community Center project, EIR, parcel map, and Shorb Street vacation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution R2M25-2 approving FY 2024-25 budget adjustments (5-0)
• Amended Axon contract to add Draft One for $296,231.20, total $1,427,834.33; accepted $67,000 APF donation (5-0)
• Awarded $46,461.95 contract to National Auto Fleet Group for one pickup truck (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for Alhambra City Jail operations, proposals due March 12, 2025 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution R2M25-3 amending Firefighters' MOU (5-0)
• Authorized RFPs for occupational health services and insurance broker (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution R2M25-5 accepting $186,097 Proposition 68 grant from San Marino (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will continue deliberation on the Draft Historic Preservation Ordinance, focusing on 13 provision alternatives and any additional substantive revisions. They will also nominate and elect a Secretary for the 2024-2025 term and review and approve the minutes from the December 4, 2024 special meeting.

• Election of Secretary for 2024-2025
• Review and approval of December 4, 2024 special meeting minutes
• Continued discussion on 13 provision alternatives for the Draft Historic Preservation Ordinance
• Staff recommendation to receive public comment and arrive at consensus on ordinance revisions

The Historic Preservation Commission voted on 13 provision alternatives for the Draft Historic Preservation Ordinance, selecting specific options for each. All motions passed, with most unanimous, though some had dissenting or abstaining votes. The commission also elected Andrew Ho as Secretary and approved the December 4, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Elected Andrew Ho as Secretary for 2024-2025 (4-0-1, Michelson abstained)
• Approved December 4, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Provision #1: Proceed with Option B (4-0-1, Michelson abstained)
• Provision #2: Proceed with Option A/B (5-0)
• Provision #3: Proceed with Option B (5-0)
• Provision #4: Proceed with Option A/B (5-0)
• Provision #5: Proceed with Option A/B (5-0)
• Provision #6: Proceed with Option B (4-1, Michelson no)