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Unofficial until approved by the
Alhambra City Council
MINUTES
Regular Meeting
ALHAMBRA CITY COUNCIL
Council Chambers , 1 1 1 South First Street
January 22 , 2024
6:0 0 p.m.
ROLL CALL: At 6: 36 p.m., on Monday, January 22, 2024, the Alhambra City Council met in the Council Chambers of Alhambra City Hall.
PRESENT: LEE, MALONEY, PÉREZ, MAZA
PRESENT via videoconference: ANDRADE-STADLER
ABSENT: NONE
Officials Present: City Manager Binnquist, Assistant City Manager Garcia, Deputy City Manager Stover, City Attorney Montes, City Clerk Myles, Director of Parks & Recreation Macias, Director of Library Services LohGuan, Director of Public Works/Utilities Ray, Director of Finance Lieu, Director of Human Resources Ko, Director of Community Development Ho FLAG SALUTE : Led by Mayor Maza
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT : We acknowledge that the land on which we are gathered is the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Gabrielino/ Tongva peoples. We seek to prioritize respect for the historic culture and contemporary presence of the native peoples throughout California, especially in the greater Los Angeles/Alhambra area. We come with respect and gratitude for the Gabrielino/ Tongva people who still consider themselves the caretakers of this land. It is through their examples that we are reminded of our greater responsibility to take care of Mother Earth and to take care of each other.
COUNCIL BUSINESS
1. REQUEST FOR COUNCILMEMBER PARTICIPATION VIA VIDEO/TELECONFERENCE PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54953(F) – F2M23-7, M2M2 4- 9 City Attorney MONTES delivered a staff report. On October 9, 2023, Councilmember Andrade-Stadler requested that her Council colleagues vote to allow her participation via video/teleconference at the January 22 , 202 4 City Council meeting due to medical reasons.
Under current Government Code section 54953(f), this was allowable action if approved by the City Council.
Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER confirmed that there were no other adults present in the room with her at her location.
Discussion: None.
Action: City Council approved Councilmember Andrade- Stadler ’s request by motion and vote d to allow her to participate and vote remotely via video/teleconference in City Council 2 1- 22 -2 4
meetings due to an emergency medical reason under Government Code Section 54953(f). (M2M2 4- 9 )
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: LEE
Ayes: LEE, MALONEY, PÉREZ , MAZA
Noes : NONE
Abstain: ANDRADE-STADLER
Absent: NONE
CEREMONIALS
2 . COMMENDATIONS: WINNERS OF THE 2023 HOLIDAY HOME DECORATING CONTEST – F2M24-3
Mayor Maza and the Alhambra City Council, on behalf of the citizens of Alhambra, wish ed to recognize and congratulate the winning contestants from the City ’s 2023 Holiday Home Decorating Contest . This contest invited residents to show their sense of community and holiday spirit through the use of holiday decorations on their homes. The winners are to be commended for displaying extraordinary efforts in enhancing and promoting a family-oriented community through their colorful and imaginative holiday displays. Director of Parks and Recreation MACIAS delivered a presentation on the winning homes, which is on file in the City Clerk ’s office. Mayor MAZA presented commendations to the winners of the 2023 Holiday Home Decorating Contest .
THE SALDATE FAMILY
807 EDITH AV ENUE
THE TORRES FAMILY
1415 SOUTH SECOND STREET
THE SOLIS FAMILY
1525 SOUTH NINTH STREET
THE NGO FAMILY
1845 SOUTH OLIVE AVE NUE
THE DUCTOC FAMILY
2408 MIDWICKHILL DR IVE
3 . COMMENDATIONS: SPARK OF LOVE TOY DRIVE – F2M24-3
Mayor Maza and the Alhambra City Council, on behalf of the citizens of Alhambra, wish ed to recognize and thank the Alhambra Fire Department team who were instrumental to the success of this year ’s Spark of Love Toy Drive. Their leadership and organization allowed the City to serve over 600 families during the holiday season. Because of their efforts, children and families were able to experience the love and care of their community and share the joy of the season. The City Council deeply appreciate d the efforts of the Fire Department staff and all of the event ’s participants who allow ed the City to continue the toy drive, a wonderful tradition to serve families in our community. Mayor MAZA present ed commendations to the Fire Department team that worked so diligently to make the event a success.
HEATHER BLAIS-PICKERING
Fire Engineer
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JOSE HERRERA
Fire Captain
RANDY MIRANDA
Fire Captain
Alhambra Firefighter ’s Association Representative
PUBLIC HEARING
4. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF URGENCY ORDINANCE REGULATING MEDICINAL CANNABIS DELIVERY-ONLY RETAILERS – F2M23-78, N2M24-6, O2M23- 4824, O2M24-4825
This was the time and place set by Notice No. N2M24-6 for the City Council to hold a public hearing to consider adoption of an Ordinance extending Ordinance No. O2M23-4824, an interim urgency ordinance to implement California law governing medicinal cannabis delivery-only retailers, for a period of 10 months and 15 days. City Attorney MONTES delivered a staff report. The California Legislature adopted Senate Bill 1886 ( “SB 1186 ”) in 2022, entitled the Medicinal Cannabis Patients ’ Right of Access Act, which precludes cities and counties from adopting or enforcing regulations that prohibit or have the effect of prohibiting the retail sale of medicinal cannabis by delivery. SB 1186 took effect on January 1, 2024. The City Council adopted Ordinance No. O2M23-4824 at its December 11, 2023 meeting establishing interim urgency regulations implementing. This ordinance is set to expire on January 25, 2024.
The proposed ordinance would extend the term of Ordinance No. O2M23-4824 for ten months and fifteen days in accordance with Government Code Section 65858, unless earlier repealed.
An ordinance adopting permanent regulations was prepared and the Planning Commission recommended Council adoption of the ordinance. City staff intend ed to notice this ordinance for a public hearing at the City Council after the Council took final action on the proposed comprehensive Zoning Code update.
Open & Close Public Hearing: Mayor Maza opened the public hearing, and as there was no one who wished to speak, closed the same.
Discussion: Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER and Mr. MONTES discussed the ordinance in the context of the zoning code update and the taxes collected from the point of sale. Councilmember PÉREZ also requested more information from staff regarding the point of sale of the cannabis businesses and the location of grow houses or warehouses near Alhambra.
Action Taken : City Council a dopt ed the following urgency ordinance entitled:
Ordinance No. O2M2 4 -4825 : An Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Alhambra, California, extending the term of Ordinance No.
O2M23-4824, an Interim Urgency Ordinance to implement California law governing medicinal cannabis delivery-only retailers w ithin the City after which such ordinance shall go into effect immediately.
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: PÉREZ
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE, MAZA
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
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PRESENTATION
5 . CHAMBER OF COMMERCE UPDATE – F2M21-43
Alhambra Chamber of Commerce President, Mr. John BWARIE , present ed an update for Chamber of Commerce activities from March 2023 to December 2023.
Discussion : Council expressed their appreciation to the Chamber of Commerce for their continued work to support local businesses . Vice Mayor PÉREZ and Mr. BWARIE discussed the possibility of a food hall to showcase small food vendors who could not afford brick and motor restaurant spaces, the success of Gallery Nucleus, and the effort to brin g in new businesses to reinvigorate Valley Boulevard . Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER discussed finding grant opportunities, Council ’s ability to work with the Chamber, and re- examining the key demographics of interest in Alhambra. Councilmember LEE discussed finding a book store for Alhambra, complaints from small businesses regarding high utility costs and high operational costs, efforts to retain existing businesses, returning the Lunar New Year celebration to Valley Boulevard, and attracting small businesses. Mayor MAZA emphasized the need to continue a strong relationship between the Chamber of Commerce and the City government.
Action Taken : City Council receive d and order ed filed this informational report.
CONSENT AGENDA (Item Nos. 6 – 1 3 )
All items listed under the Consent Agenda, except Item Nos. 7, 9, 10, and 13, were considered by the City Council to be routine were enacted by one motion.
6. APPROVAL TO AMEND CONTRACT FOR PARKING HEARING OFFICER SERVICES – F2M24- 16 , K2M18-385, M2M24-11
On January 1, 2019, the City entered into an agreement (K2M18-385) with Joseph Malette to conduct Parking Hearing Officer services for two years in an amount not to exceed $45,000.
The term of the agreement had been amended to extend the term through June 30, 2024; however, there ha d not been an increase to the contract amount. The proposed amendment for an additional $30,000 would result in a total contract amount of $75,000. The services under this contract were highly specialized; therefore, amending the contract would be in accordance with the provisions cited under section 3.38.050 for the Alhambra Municipal Code.
The proposed amendment also extend ed the term of the agreement through June 30, 2027.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council approve d a contract amendment, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to the agreement between the Joseph Mallette and the City of Alhambra for ongoing Parking Hearing Officer services, not to exceed an additional $30,000 through June 30, 2027; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M24-11 )
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE, MAZA
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
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7. AWARD CONTRACT & APPROPRIATE FUNDS: PYROTECHNICS SERVICES FOR THE ALHAMBRA FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION – F2M23-75, RFP2M23-27, C2M24- 6 , M2M24-12
On November 13, 2023, the City Council approved the distribution of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Pyrotechnics Services for the Alhambra 4th of July Celebration. On November 27 , 202 3 , the Parks & Recreation Department received one proposal in response to the RFP . The 3-year proposal received was $120,000 (2024 for $40,000, 2025 for $40,000 and 2026 for $40,000). An expenditure in the amount of $20,000 for the 2024 fireworks show must be approved for the City to enter into a contract with Garden State Fireworks, Inc. The total expenditure would be charged to multiple fiscal years.
Public Comment: Jennifer NG, S. Cordova St., suggested that the City needed to reexamine the scale of the fireworks show due to the negative environmental impact on the air quality.
Discussion : Councilmember LEE recalled previous discussions regarding restrictions on fireworks in Alhambra. Councilmember MALONEY clarified that the item referred specifically to the fireworks show for the July 4 th celebration. City Attorney MONTES stated that he would report to Council regarding the Alhambra Municipal Code sections referring to fireworks. Vice Mayor PÉREZ recommended looking into drone shows for future celebrations. Mr. MALONEY referred to environmental concerns with fireworks and discussed contract provisions if larger government agencies further restrict firework displays in the next few years. Mayor MAZA reported on his research into drone shows and stated that while currently drone shows were too expensive for the City ’s budgeted event, he expressed hope that it might be achievable one day.
Action Taken : City Council award ed a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to Garden State Fireworks, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $40,000 in 2024, $40,000 in 2025 and $40,000 in 2026 for the annual 4 th of July Celebration; instruct the Director of Finance to pay 50% of this year ’s costs ($20,000 for 2024) in FY 2023-24 and pay the remainder of the $40,000 as an expenditure in FY 2024-25 in account number 101.60.6110.66314; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M24-12 )
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: LEE
Ayes: LEE, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
8. AWARD CONTRACT: POOL DECK COATING AT THE ALHAMBRA AND GRANADA PARK POOLS – F2M23-65, N2M23-109, C2M24-7, M2M24-13
On September 11, 2023, the City Council approved the distribution of a Notice Inviting Bids for the Alhambra and Granada Park Pools Deck Coating Project. On September 28, 2023, staff led a mandatory job walkthrough and four contractors attended this pre-bid site walk. On October 26, 2023, the City Clerk received one bid for the Project. The bid received from Empire Waterproofing Inc. was within the grant award limits. The project would be funded with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.
Discussion : None.
Action Taken : City Council award ed a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to Empire Waterproofing Inc. in the amount of $428,445 6 1- 22 -2 4
for the Alhambra and Granada Park Pools Deck Coating Project; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M24-13 ) Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: PÉREZ
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE, MAZA
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
9. AWARD CONTRACT: DESIGN SERVICES FOR PREPARATION OF ADAPTIVE TRAFFIC/TRAFFIC RESPONSIVE UPGRADES PROJECT - PHASE 1 – F2M23-47, RFP2M23-17 , C2M24-8, M2M24-14
The City was awarded funding through the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) for four traffic signal improvement projects within the City of Alhambra (Project ID# MR 1.3.2.01 Atlantic, MR 1.3.1.02 Fremont, MR 1.3.1.01 Garfield, and MR
1.3.2.06 Valley). The City released a Request for Proposals (RFP) and received four proposals for the preparation of Phase 1 of the City ’s Adaptive Traffic/Traffic Responsive Control Systems Project. Following an extensive selection process, staff selected Advantec Consulting Engineers, Inc. as the most qualified consultant for this work. Staff request ed the City Council approve an agreement with Advantec Consulting Engineers, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $231,008. Phase 1 consist ed of the development of the preliminary design concepts of traffic elements and identification of actual locations for the project. Phase 2 consist ed of the preparation of actual engineering designs and plans, estimates, and specifications for implementation of all improvements as developed in Phase 1. The Project was located along the four major corridors of Atlantic Boulevard, Fremont Avenue, Garfield Avenue and Valley Boulevard. There were 62 signalized intersections along these four corridors.
Public Comment: Lewis MCCAMMON, 105 N. Cordova St., discussed the contract as it would relate to the Active Transportation Plan and the suggestions for crosswalks.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council award ed a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to Advantec Consulting Engineers, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $231,008 to prepare Phase 1 of the City ’s Adaptive Traffic/Traffic Responsive Control Systems Project; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M24-14 )
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: LEE
Ayes: LEE, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
10. 2023 STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE – F2M23-35
On April 24, 2023, the City Council approved the 2023 Strategic Plan following two special City Council meetings that were conducted to review and update the goals and objectives that were previously established in the 2021 Strategic Plan. Subsequently, staff provided quarterly updates throughout the year; this was the final update to the 2023 Strategic Plan . A full Strategic Plan planning session with the City Council, staff and a consultant was tentatively scheduled for March 13, 2024. This provide d opportunity to the Council to review and update goals and objectives of the previous plan and establish the 2024 Strategic Plan. 7 1- 22 -2 4
Public Comment : Lewis McCAMMON , 105 N. Cordova, discussed the upcoming strategic planning session and requested better video coverage for the benefit of online participants.
Discussion : None.
Action Taken : City Council receive d and file d the final update to the 2023 Alhambra Strategic Plan.
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: LEE
Ayes: LEE, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
1 1 . PERSONNEL ACTIONS – F2M2 4 -2
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council ratif ied the actions of the City Manager set forth in that certain Personnel Actions document dated January 22 , 2024 showing the various appointments, classifications, salary changes, etc., since the last City Council meeting.
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: PÉREZ
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE, MAZA
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
1 2 . DEMANDS – F2M2 4 -1
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council approve d as submitted Final Check List (243901 thru 244070) in the amount of $615,785.28 for the period ending November 2, 2023 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $1,709,508.61 for the week ending October 27, 2023; Final Check List (244071 thru 244241 ) in the amount of $ 61,881.92 for the period ending November 2 , 2023 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $ 184,000.00 for the week ending November 3 , 2023 ; Final Check List (244341 thru 244345 ) in the amount of $ 238,330.49 for the period ending November 8 , 202 3 ; Final Check List (244242 thru 244340 ) in the amount of $ 1,127,673.08 for the period ending November 8 , 2023 ; Final Check List (244346 thru 244500 ) in the amount of $ 1,487,875.14 for the period ending November 16 , 2023 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $2,636,259.26 for the week ending November 10, 2023 ; and, Final Check List (8778 thru 8797 ) in the amount of $ 1,072.50 for the period ending November 16 , 2023 .
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: PÉREZ
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE, MAZA
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
1 3 . SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE O2M23-4823 APPROVING ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT AMD-23-10 (THE COMPREHENSIVE UPDATE TO THE CITY OF ALHAMBRA ZONING CODE [TITLE 23 OF THE ALHAMBRA MUNICIPAL CODE]) AND 8 1- 22 -2 4
ZONING MAP AMENDMENT AMD-23-09 (AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF ALHAMBRA OFFICIAL ZONING MAP); AND ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING GENERAL PLAN TEXT AMENDMENT AMD-23-08 (AN AMENDMENT TO THE LAND USE AND
COMMUNITY DESIGN CHAPTER OF THE CITY OF ALHAMBRA GENERAL PLAN, VISION 2040), GENERAL PLAN MAP AMENDMENT AMD-23-07 (AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY
OF ALHAMBRA GENERAL PLAN LAND USE MAP), AND INITIAL STUDY/NEGATIVE DECLARATION – F2M20-24, O2M23-4823, R2M23-54
A fter receiving staff ’s presentation and public testimony at the November 13, 2023 public hearing and then continuing the public hearing to the December 11, 2023 meeting, the City Council deliberated and determine d which of the Planning Commission ’s recommendations to include and gave first reading to Ordinance No. O2M23-4823 approving Zoning Text Amendment AMD-23-10 (The Comprehensive Update to the City of Alhambra Zoning Code [Title 23 of the Alhambra Municipal Code]) and Zoning Map Amendment AMD-23-09 (An Amendment to the City of Alhambra Official Zoning Map). Additionally, the Council deliberated and determined which of the Planning Commission ’s recommendations to include in a Resolution approving General Plan Text Amendment AMD-23-08 (An Amendment to the Land Use and Community Design Chapter of the City of Alhambra General Plan, Vision 2040), General Plan Map Amendment AMD-23-07 (An Amendment to the City of Alhambra General Plan Land Use Map), and adopting the Initial Study/Negative Declaration for the Project pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). At the January 8, 2024 Council meeting, after further deliberation, the Council made further revisions to the Ordinance and Resolution. The Council then gave first reading to Ordinance No. O2M23-4823. Staff requested that the City Council introduce O2M23-4823 for its second reading and adopt the ordinance as well as adopt the related Resolution (R2M23-54).
The staff reports and attachments from all previous Planning Commission and City Council presentations on the Zoning Code, including the staff report and attachments prepared for the public hearing s on November 13 th and December 11 th , are available through the project website at: https://www.alhambracodeupdate.com/participate .
Public Comment:
1) Jennifer NG, S. Cordova St. , supported the Zoning Code update, thanked staff for helping the public to understand the technical aspects, supported further work on smaller details within the Zoning Code, and thanked Council for listening to the public. 2) Lewis McCAMMON , 105 N. Cordova St., praised staff for their work on the Zoning Code, distributed a handout from the staff report to Council and referred to Table 1 on page 401.
He emphasized the need for affordable housing.
Discussion : Mayor MAZA thanked staff for their work and thanked community members for their input.
Action Taken : City Council , by one motion, took the following actions:
1. D eclare d introduced for its second reading and adopt the following ordinance entitled:
Ordinance No. O2M23-4823: AN ORDINANCE OF THE ALHAMBRA CITY COUNCIL ADOPTING ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT AMD-23-10, THE COMPREHENSIVE UPDATE TO THE CITY OF ALHAMBRA ZONING CODE (TITLE 23 OF THE ALHAMBRA MUNICIPAL CODE), AND ZONING MAP AMENDMENT AMD-23-09, AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF ALHAMBRA OFFICIAL ZONING MAP ; and,
2. Adopt ed the Resolution No. R2M23-54 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALHAMBRA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN 9 1- 22 -2 4
TEXT AMENDMENT AMD-23-08, AN AMENDMENT TO THE LAND USE AND
COMMUNITY DESIGN CHAPTER OF THE CITY OF ALHAMBRA GENERAL PLAN, VISION 2040; GENERAL PLAN MAP AMENDMENT AMD-23-07, AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF ALHAMBRA GENERAL PLAN LAND USE MAP; AND ADOPTING THE
INITIAL STUDY/NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE PROJECT PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: LEE
Ayes: LEE, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS – F2M24-4
1) Jennifer NG, S. Cordova St., spoke regarding the Bike and Pedestrian Plan and reminded the City to review the intersection at S. Cordova and Main St. She also discussed the Historic Preservation Ordinance and requested temporary protections for existing historic homes in Alhambra until the final ordinance would be adopted.
2) Sharif SHAKHSHIR, 416 N. Bushnell Ave., spoke regarding the current conflict between Israel and Palestine. He requested Alhambra support a resolution for cease fire, discontinue providing financial aid to Israel, and consider adopting Bethlehem as a Sister City. 3) Lewis McCAMMON , 105 N. Cordova Ave., spoke regarding the Zoning Code Update and the ongoing need for public engagement. He also spoke regarding Mr. Shakhshir ’s comments and the history of conflict in the Middle East.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (ANNOUNCEMENTS & FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS) – F2M2 4 -7 Councilmember LEE reported on the 2023 actions of the Alhambra Historical Society, as the Council representative to the Historical Society. She stated that she would continue to update Council on upcoming events from the Alhambra Historical Society.
Vice Mayor PÉREZ spoke regarding public comment received by Mr. Shakhshir and discussed the conflict between Israel and Palestine as well as the effects in the United States. She supported a cease fire. Mayor MAZA also referred to Mr. Shakshir ’s comments and echoed Ms. Pérez ’s sympathy. He stated that a number of cities in California had drafted resolutions calling for a cease fire. He requested Council ’s consideration of an agendized Resolution calling for a cease fire between Israel and Palestine. Ms. LEE requested more information about the resolution given the delicacy of international affairs, expressed concerns regarding prejudice against Alhambra residents, and requested language encouraging support for peace and not assign blame to any side. She supported agendizing a discussion. Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER expressed caution in seeming to take any side in the conflict and requested that any resolution focus on peace in general given the negative effects on all people in the Middle East. Councilmember MALONEY echoed the sentiment of neutrality and that the resolution support the people in the region rather than the specific governments. Mr. MAZA clarified his intention for a resolution calling for a general ceasefire. Ms. PÉREZ supported an agendized discussion of a resolution and supported Ms. Lee ’s suggestions to address ongoing prejudice experienced in the United States because of the conflict. She also suggested the resolution call for the release of hostages held by Hamas and call for a cease fire.
Mayor MAZA announced upcoming events in Alhambra such as the Lunar New Year Festival, upcoming public meetings regarding the Active Transportation Plan, and upcoming public meetings regarding the Sustainability Plan. He further reported on his attendance at the National Mayors 10 1- 22 -2 4
Conference in Washington D.C., and Alhambra ’s first place award for Childhood Obesity Prevention and Environmental Health and Sustainability Award presented by the American Beverage Foundation for Healthy America in partnership with the U .S . Conference of Mayors.
ADJOURNMENT: At 8:31 p.m. there being no further business for the Council to transact, the Mayor, with the consent of the City Council, adjourned their meeting to the next regular meeting of the Alhambra City Council is scheduled for Monday, February 12, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
LAUREN MYLES, CMC
CITY CLERK
by
BRIANNA LAMB MCCARTHY
ASSISTANT CITY CLERK