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Unofficial until approved by the
Alhambra City Council
MINUTES
Regular Meeting
ALHAMBRA CITY COUNCIL
March 10 , 2025
6:0 0 p.m.
ROLL CALL: At 6:07 p.m., on Monday, March 10, 2025, the Alhambra City Council met in the Council Chambers of Alhambra City Hall.
PRESENT: MAZA, MALONEY, WANG, ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE
ABSENT: NONE
Officials Present : City Manager Binnquist, Assistant City Manager Garcia, Deputy City Manager Hembree, City Attorney Montes, City Clerk Myles, Director of Parks and Recreation Macias, Director of Finance Lieu, Director of Community Development Ho, Director of Public Works and Utilities Ahlen, Chief of Police Kennedy, Chief of Fire Department Ragusa, Director of Library Services LohGuan, Director of Human Resources Ko, Manager Analyst Alvarez, Public Information Specialist Rodriguez FLAG SALUTE : Mayor Lee
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.
CEREMONIAL S
1. COMMENDATIONS: ALHAMBRA HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIC DECATHLON TEAM – F2M2 5 -3
Mayor Lee, Councilmember Andrade-Stadler and the Alhambra City Council wish ed to congratulate and commend the Alhambra High School 2025 Academic Decathlon Team . For the second year in a row, the Team took first place out of 55 teams in the 43 rd Annual Los Angeles County Academic Decathlon , after an outstanding performance in 10 subject areas including art, economics, essay, interview, language and literature, math, music, science, social science and speech. The Team scored a total of 47,430 points and took home a total of 71 Medals, including 41 gold medals. The AHS Academic Decathletes were to be commended for their perseverance and dedication to scholastic excellence and the City of Alhambra celebrates their remarkable accomplishments. Mayor Lee present ed commendations to the AHS 2025 Academic Decathlon Team members and coach . The Team members were as follows:
KENNETH SAN
KEVIN SAN
OSCAR DIAZ
CESAR GONZALEZ
CLARISSA DIAZ
MD HAMZA KHAN
KAYLEE LU
LYLA MEDINA
ALEX WU
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CARLOS CARRANZA
Coach JOSE SANCHEZ
Public Comment :
1) F.D. spoke regarding the Academic Decathlon Team and went on to speak regarding First Amendment Rights.
2) Kenneth SAN, the Academic Decathlon Team Captain listed the individual accomplishments of each team member and thanked Council for their support.
Discussion : Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER spoke regarding the team ’s victory and the support offered by the educators and administrators around them. Council offered their congratulations.
2. COMMENDATIONS: ALHAMBRA HIGH SCHOOL BOYS SOCCER TEAM – ALHAMBRA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT CUP CHAMPIONS – F2M25-3
The Alhambra City Council, on behalf of the citizens of Alhambra, wishe d to congratulate the Alhambra High School Soccer Team for their championship victory in the Alhambra Unified School District (AUSD) Cup. This mark ed the third time in a row Alhambra High School (AHS ) has won the in-season Tournament between San Gabriel High School, Mark Keppel High School and AHS since its inception in 2023. AHS currently h eld the AUSD Cup record of 9 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw in 3 years. The Alhambra High School Boys Soccer Team was to be commended for demonstrating their ability to work together in a spirit of commitment, dedication and hard work and for winning their Third AUSD Cup! Mayor Lee present ed commendations to the AHS Boys Soccer Team members and coaches. The Team members were as follows:
LEONARDO AZUMI
ADEN CASTILLO
OWEN CARAY
AIDEN CHU
CAMILO FIGUEROA
LUCAZ FUENTES
NELSON GUTIERREZ
JASON HO
JESSE IRRA
ARLON MIGUEL
BRYLI MIGUEL
ERIK MORENO
ALLEN PEREZ
LUIS RAMOS
ADAM RUIZ
DIEGO RUIZ
KOBE SILVA
CHRISTOPHER VELASCO
JOEL VASQUEZ
EVAN LIVIDERY
ANTONIO BARRAGÁN
HEAD COACH BILL DELPHIN
ASSISTANT COACH JACOB IRRA
ASSISTANT COACH CAESAR FLORES
Public Comment : Bill DELPHIN, Head Coach for the AHS Soccer Team, commented on the success of the team.
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Discussion : Council members each offered their words of support and congratulations.
3. PROCLAMATIONS – F2M25-3
A. The City Council ratif ied the action of Mayor Lee in proclaiming the month of March, 2025 as WOMEN ’S HISTORY MONTH in Alhambra. The proclamation would be mailed to the National Women ’s History Alliance.
Public Comment :
1) Mistress Transgender Quee n spoke regarding LGBT recognition and specifically transgender rights in the country, state, and City of Alhambra.
Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER addressed comments and stated that the City was supportive of various LGBT organizations and that the City was supportive of inclusion.
2) F.D. spoke regarding Women ’s History, the recognition of Women ’s History Month, and Women ’s rights .
3) Lewis McCAMMON, via Zoom, spoke in favor of the proclamations and spoke regarding the history of Women ’s voting rights in the United States and the 19 th Amendment to the Constitution .
B. The City Council ratified the action of Mayor Lee in proclaiming March, 2025 as RED CROSS MONTH in Alhambra. The proclamation would be mailed to the San Gabriel and Pomona Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross.
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS – F2M25-4
1) Randy KAY , 723 W. Hellman Ave., spoke regarding the need for wildfire prevention and mitigation practices and went on to discuss various methods to reduce wildfire risks. 2) Elizabeth Jacoby , 229 S. Meridian Ave., requested information as to whether City staff has received training in interacting with US. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. 3) Chandler Web er, 6501 Slyvan Rd., Citrus Heights, representing the U.S. Small Business Administration, spoke regarding the various services offered by their office. He discussed disaster assistance to businesses, non-profits, homeowners, and renters. 4) Frederick Douglas recited transcripts from various legal cases and spoke regarding the importance of free speech and god.
5) Mistress Transgender Queen spoke regarding DUI enforcement, alcohol and marijuana consumption, homelessness, and ICE enforcement.
6) Gina Garcia , 819 N. Marguerita Ave., thanked Council and the City for the rapid installation of radar equipment in her neighborhood to limit speeding. She further requested greater traffic calming and safety measures throughout the City. She went on to discuss the natural disaster mitigation plan and her concerns regarding earthquakes in the City. She requested consideration of replacing infrastructure with flexible piping throughout the state.
PRESENTATIONS
4 . COMMUNITY AGREEMENT BETWEEN WRENSMOOR AND ADJACENT
NEIGHBORHOOD – F2M24-33
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Director of Community Development HO delivered a staff report. At the ir December 9, 2024 meeting, the City Council heard feedback from residents adjacent to Wrensmoor about impacts to the neighborhood as a result of special events held at Wrensmoor Castle. The City Council directed Wrensmoor and the neighborhood to have meeting and discuss a path forward. Both parties have come to an agreement which stipulates conditions under which Wrensmoor would transition from its current business to one that will be compliant with the Alhambra Municipal Code and the short-term rental ordinance. Based upon Council ’s prior direction to Wrensmoor to work with surrounding neighbors, Community Development staff intend ed to track Wrensmoor ’s operations for consistency with the community agreement through the balance of 2025. Absent contrary direction from the Council, staff would enforce Chapter 5.92 at the Wrensmoor property beginning January 1, 2026, unless Wrensmoor should fail to adhere to the terms of the agreement with neighbors.
Discussion : Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER reported on her meeting between the Community and the Operator of Wrensmoor. She briefly discussed the agreement made and expressed appreciation for Wrensmoor to work with the community to make an agreement.
She supported the Community and their requests due to the location of Wrensmoor and close proximity to homes.
Vice Mayor MALONEY and Mr. HO discussed the agreement, the community members involved, and a signed document which would be submitted to the City at a later date. Mr.
MALONEY spoke in support of the agreement. He expressed hope that further agreements could be made with the community to better preserve the Wrensmoor property and prevent potential redevelopment of a historic property.
Councilmember MAZA spoke in favor of the agreement, expressed similar concerns as his fellow C ouncilmembers, and expressed hope that Wrensmoor would improve relations with the community through 2025 and perhaps continue to operate. He requested a future discussion to update Council as to the progress.
Councilmember WANG expressed appreciation for the work put into reaching this agreement and further discussed the plan for after 2025. Ms. Cordelia CULVER, representing Wrensmoor, discussed the community agreement and her responsibility to fulfill all commitments for 2025.
She went on to discuss her hopes for the property as a feature of the community, her relationship with the neighboring community, and the company ’s efforts to mitigate complaints.
Ms. WANG reviewed the primary complaints and the plans to mitigate them. She suggested utilizing technology to mitigate the noise pollution in the neighborhood and Ms. CULVER discussed the sound system used for events. Ms. WANG supported an option of a trial period to try other improvements to see if the neighboring residents remain supportive of these efforts.
Mayor LEE expressed sympathy for Wrensmoor but agreed with Ms. Andrade-Stadler that this was the wrong location for such a business. She commented on the responsibility of the property owner to discuss the proper uses of the property with Director Ho. Ms. LEE stated that she fully supported the residents and supported the agreement.
Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER expressed that the agreement was fair and gave Ms. Culver appropriate time to fulfil her commitments. She also stated that the main issue was parking which could not be entirely mitigated. She supported the agreement through 2025 only.
Action Taken : City Council approved the community agreement between Wrensmoor and the neighborhood .
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: WANG, MAZA, MALONEY, ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE,
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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5. COUNCIL CHAMBERS SAFETY – F2M25-7
Police Chief KENNEDY delivered a presentation, which is on file in the City Clerk ’s office. At the January 27, 2025 Council meeting, Mayor Lee requested, and the City Council agreed to agendize, a presentation item regarding Council Chambers safety. Chief of Police Kennedy present ed information regarding City Council meeting security overall, current safety procedures and recommended procedures for security during Council meetings. Additionally, the Chief provide d a brief overview of some other Los Angeles County cities ’ procedures. A copy of the presentation made by the Chief of Police is on file in the City Clerk ’s Office.
Public Comment:
1) F.D. spoke regarding suppression of free speech, police violence, and made racist comments.
He stated that any police search also be conducted on public employees. He related a case where he was banned from a Los Angeles City Council meeting. 2) Mistress Transgender Queen suggested providing additional weaponry to Alhambra Police Department and requested assistance from additional agencies to help make Council feel safer. She went on to discuss the safety of Alhambra residents and the lack of response. She fu rther related personal experiences and criticized Council.
Discussion : Vice Mayor MALONEY thanked the Police Department for their presentation, expressed that he felt secure, and stated that he did not think there was a way to completely eliminate all potential threats in a public building. Councilmember MAZA echoed Mr. Maloney ’s comments and stated that he felt there was no need to make any changes. Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER discussed the responsibility of Council to receive comment from the public even when it was negative.
Mayor LEE expressed that as an educator she felt safe until the events of the Columbine Colorado school shooting. She went on to discuss her concerns of future incidents, the perception of safety, and the need for caution and solutions. She further discussed school shootings and her experiences with active shooter drills. She requested obtaining price quotes for metal detectors at the front doors. She discussed a recent shooting of a Los Angeles pastor and the actions of an off-duty police officer.
Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER and City Manager BINNQUIST discussed price quotes for metal detectors. Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER requested that the information be provided to the Mayor.
Action Taken : City Council receive d and order ed file d this informational report.
CONSENT AGENDA (Item Nos. 6 – 1 4 )
All items listed under the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Item No. 7, 9, 10, and 11, were considered by the City Council to be routine and were enacted by one motion .
6. NOTICE OF COMPLETION: SEWER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT ON ALMANSOR STREET – F2M24-52, C2M24-59, M2M25-22
On September 23, 2024, the City Council awarded a contract to GRBCON Inc. for the Sewer Main Replacement Project on Almansor Stree t in the amount of $ 219,579 . There were no change orders authorized to complete the project. However, there was a bid quantity adjustment made which decreased the total amount of the contract by $406, for a total project cost of $219,173 . The project was completed in accordance with the City ’s requirements and specifications. As such it was appropriate for the City Council to accept the project as complete 6 3-10 -25
and instruct the City Clerk that the Notice of Completion be filed with the County of Los Angeles Recorder ’s Office.
Discussion : None.
Action Taken : City Council accept ed the work of GRBCON Inc. for the Sewer Main Replacement Project on Almansor Street as complete in the amount of $219,173; direct ed the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with County of Los Angeles for recordation; instruct ed the Finance Director to release the five percent retention 35 days from the date of recordation, if no liens are filed; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M25-22 )
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: WANG, MAZA, MALONEY, ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
7. RESOLUTION TO ADJUST THE CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTION LIMIT PER THE REQUIREMENTS OF CHARTER SECTION 101C(C) – F2M23-36, R2M25-11 Staff reques ted that the City Council adopt a Resolution to adjust the campaign contribution limit from $280 to $300. Section 101C(C) of Alhambra ’s Charter states: “The City Council shall adjust the contribution limits established in this section in March of every odd numbered year to reflect any increase or decrease in the California Consumer Price Index since the last such adjustment of the contribution limit. Such adjustments shall be rounded to the nearest ten and no/100ths ($10.00) dollar amount. ” The campaign contribution limit amount was adjusted to $280 by Resolution No. R2M23-16 on March 27, 2023. The timeframe utilized to measure the CPI change at that time was December, 2020 (when the initial campaign contribution limit amount was set at $250) through December, 2022. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the CPI change from December, 2022 through December, 2024 is 6.9%. Therefore, the current campaign contribution amount of $280, rounded to the nearest $10 would become $300.
Discussion: Councilmember WANG discussed the Item, the past Measure V Campaign Finance Reform measures, and further explained the Resolution. She clarified that Measure V applied to all Council candidates. Councilmember MALONEY also provided clarification regarding the restrictions of Measure V as it applied to campaign contributions. Mayor LEE also commented on Measure V, her record of support for the Measure, and the benefits of campaign contribution limits.
Action Taken : City Council adopt ed Resolution No. R2M25-11 entitled : A Resolution of the Alhambra City Council adjusting the campaign contribution limit per the requirements of Charter Section 101 C (C)
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
8. APPROVE CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS – F2M25-24, M2M25-23 At the February 24, 2025 Council meeting, the City Council reorganized – meaning the offices of Mayor and Vice Mayor were rotated. After each reorganization of the Council, staff submits 7 3-10 -25
a list of the City Council ’s appointments to external boards/commissions for approval to ensure the appointments stay current and to ensure that any adjustments are made, if needed.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council vote d to approve the City Council appointments to various external boards/commissions as outlined in the March 10, 2025 report by the City Clerk ; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M25-23 ) Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: WANG, MAZA, MALONEY, ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
9. PARK NAMING AT FREMONT POCKET PARK, DOG PARK AND STORY PARK VACATED POOL SITE – F2M25-16, M2M25-24
As part of the adopted 2024 Strategic Plan, staff is expanding greenspace throughout the community. Staff has been developing a “pocket park ” located at Fremont and Hellman Avenue, the first-ever dog park, and expanding green space at the vacated Story Park pool.
Staff has worked with the Parks and Recreation Commission to discuss “New Park Names ” for the three new parks being developed throughout the City. At the February 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting, staff presented several naming options per park to the Commission. The park names that the Parks and Recreation Commission is recommending are as follows: Little Midwick Park for the Pocket Park at Fremont and Hellman; Alhambra Pup Plaza for the Dog Park adjacent to the Golf Course; and, Serenity Circle for the park located at the site of the vacated Story Park pool adjacent to the Joslyn Center.
Public Comment: F.D. stated that he felt the money for this project could be better used in the development of veterans housing.
Discussion: Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER and City Manager BINNQUIST discussed the location of the Fremont Pocket Park in proximity to the Midwick Tract. Ms.
ANDRADE-STADLER requested that the naming of the Fremont Pocket Park be pulled from this agenda until more information could be provided regarding the Pocket Park ’s l ocation .
Action Taken : City Council approve d the new park names for the Dog Park to Alhambra Pup Plaza and the Story Park vacated pool site to Serenity Circle; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council ’s action. Due to a question from Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER regarding the location of the Fremont Pocket Park, no name was approved for this park . (M2M25-24 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
10. NIB : CITYWIDE BUS STOP IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT – F2M21-68, N2M25- 29 On March 14, 2022, staff awarded a contract to provide assessment and professional design services for the Citywide Bus Stop Improvements Project as well as preparation of plans, specifications and cost estimates for construction. The scope of work include d , but was not limited to, identifying and designing for broken and off-grade sidewalk reconstruction, bus pad 8 3-10 -25
installation, street furniture upgrades, ADA compliance, and 85 bus shelter upgrades or installations. Plans and specifications were prepared for this project. Staff reviewed the plans, which are in conformance with the City ’s standards. Once approved, the specifications would be posted and advertised with the bid notice and bid instructions.
Public Comment:
1) F.D. related his experience filing an ADA Compliance request in 2012 with the City of Los Angeles and spoke against local government and specifically the City of Los Angeles. 2) Mistress Transgender Queen spoke regarding safety on public transportation , the need for bus shelters with shade coverage, and the slow police response in the City.
Discussion: Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER reported on other public transportation services in the City such as Senior Ride and the ACT Bus. Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER requested an update as to federal funding for improvements. City Manager BINNQUIST stated that the City was confident that the total amount of funding would be available. She went on to discuss the project timeline and the scope of the project.
Action Taken : City Council authorize d the distribution of a Notice Inviting Bids for the Citywide Bus Stop Improvements Project, with bids due no later than 10:30 a.m. on April 13, 2025; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
11. RESOLUTION APPROVING A REVISED COMPREHENSIVE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) WITH THE ALHAMBRA POLICE DISPATCHERS ’ ASSOCIATION (APDA) – F2M25-2, C2M21-51, R2M25-12, M2M25- 25 City staff and the Alhambra Police Dispatchers ’ Association representatives reached agreement on the adoption of a new work schedule for dispatchers. The new “3/12.5 ” hour schedule for Police Department dispatchers is similar to that of Police Patrol personnel and wou ld enable dispatchers to participate in patrol briefings and work more closely with Patrol personnel. This item align ed with the City Council ’s Strategic Plan priority to “Enhance Public Safety. ” Dispatchers are considered first responders and work closely with and provide support to the City ’s public safety personnel on emergency response calls. There would be a cost saving associated with the adoption of a new dispatcher staffing schedule as it would no longer to necessary to schedule “overlap ” shift coverage for dispatchers.
Public Comment: F.D. spoke against the item and against local government.
Action Taken : City Council adopt ed Resolution No. R2M25-12 entitled: A Resolution of the Alhambra City Council approving a Revised Comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Alhambra and the Alhambra Police Dispatchers ’ Association ; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. (M2M25-25 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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12. CONTRACT AMENDMENT: LEASE OF SOLAR TRASH COMPACTORS – F2M17-38, C2M17-41, M2M25-26
On June 26, 2017, the City entered into a contract with Big Belly Solar, LLC to lease eleven solar powered Big Belly + Smartbelly Double Stations with custom wraps and foo t pedals though July 2022. The eleven units are located throughout the City. There have been two contract amendments since 2017. Amendment One to enable two additional units at Garfield Avenue through March 2025 and Amendment Two to renew the lease of the original eleven solar powered stations units through 2027. This Third Amendment would renew the lease of the two units at Garfield Avenue for a total cost of $12,803.28 through July 2027. The Amendment not only authorize d expenditures for continued use of the units, but also change d the performance period so that the lease dates of all Big Belly stations align and expire on July 20, 2027.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council approve d a Third Amendment, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to the agreement (Contract No. C2M17-41) between the City of Alhambra and Big Belly Solar, LLC for continued lease of two solar trash compactors from March 20, 2025 through July 20, 2027 for an amount not to exceed $12,803.28; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. (M2M25-26 )
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: WANG, MAZA, MALONEY, ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council review ed and approve d as submitted the Minutes of th e February 10 , 2025 and February 24, 2025 regular meeting s of the City Council and the February 24, 2 025 special meeting of the City Council.
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: WANG, MAZA, MALONEY, ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council approve d as submitted Final Check List (9314 thru ) in the amount of $ 999.79 for the period ending February 18, 2025 ; and, Final Check List (256445 thru 256525 ) in the amount of $ 582,547.12 for the period ending February 20 , 2025 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $ 2,261,054.77 for the week ending January February 14 , 2025 .
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: WANG, MAZA, MALONEY, ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (ANNOUNCEMENTS & FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS) – F2M2 5 -7 Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER thanked staff for their work. She referred to public comment made by Ms. Jacoby and requested staff contact the US. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Department regarding areas where they may conduct searches as they would relate to Senate Bill 54, the support for which was recently reaffirmed by Council. Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER stressed the importance of allowing all residents to feel safe when reporting a crime.
Vice Mayor MALONEY discussed the C ity ’s partnership with the Clean Power Alliance and reported on his membership on the Board for Clean Power Alliance stating that they were the largest provider of renewable energy in the country. He requested a presentation given by a representative from the Clean Power Alliance to provide additional information to Council and the public. Mr. MALONEY went on to report on his membership in the API Caucus in the League of California Cities and provided updates.
Councilmember WANG reported on the series of Sustainability Plan town hall meetings and reported on the feedback she received from members of the public. She also reported on a Neighborhood Watch meeting she was hosting at Granada Park on March 16 th .
Mayor LEE made announcements regarding the upcoming Green Street Demonstration Project on Main Street event and presentation and the public input portion for the Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Ms. LEE requested an agendized discussion of the Land Acknowledgment and Mission Statement listed on the agendas of City Council meeting s . She stated that the Land Acknowledgement lacked sensitivity to the diversity of the community. She requested that the opening statement be more inclusive and reflect the diversity of the community and its many ethnic groups. Ms. ANDRADE- STADLER and Ms. LEE went on to discuss the language in the Land Acknowledgement. City Attorney MONTES reminded Council to not fully discuss the proposed item, and to just acknowledge if they support an agendized discussion. Ms. LEE clarified that she would like an Opening Statement which would expand on the Land Acknowledgement and be more inclusive of the diversity in the community and reflect the City ’s Mission Statement. Mr. MALONEY did not support reopening discussion of the Land Acknowledgment, but did support allowing the Mayor to read the Mission statement in full. Ms.
WANG and Mr. MONTES discussed the Mayor ’s discretion to alter or not read the Land Acknowledgement. Councilmember MAZA also did not support alteration to the Land Acknowledgement, but agreed with Mr. Maloney ’s suggestion to allow the Mayor to read the Mission Statement at the start of the meeting. Ms. LEE and Mr. MONTES discussed the Mayor ’s discretion to provide an opening statement. Ms. LEE accepted that it was the Mayor ’s discretion to read or alter the opening statement.
ADJOURNMENT : At 8:48 p.m. there being no further business for the Council to transact, the Mayor, with the consent of the City Council, adjourned the meeting to the next regular meeting of the Alhambra City Council is scheduled for Monday, March 24, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
LAUREN MYLES, CMC
CITY CLERK
by
BRIANNA LAMB MCCARTHY
ASSISTANT CITY CLERK