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Unofficial until approved by the
Alhambra City Council
MINUTES
Regular Meeting
ALHAMBRA CITY COUNCIL
October 27 , 2025
6:0 0 p.m.
ROLL CALL: At 6:36 p.m., on Monday, October 27, 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, Management Analyst Alvarez . Principal Planner McCurley FLAG SALUTE : Mayor Lee
LEE: Mayor Lee read the City ’s Mission Statement as follows: The City of Alhambra is dedicated to responsive, creative leadership and quality services, ensuring desirable neighborhoods and a supportive business environment, while being sensitive to the diversity of our community.
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. CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE: XIOMARA CONTRERAS – F2M25-3 Mayor Lee and the City Council wish ed to commend and thank Customer Service Supervisor Xiomara Contreras who was retiring after 33 years of faithful and loyal service to the Utilities Department and the City of Alhambra. Mayor Lee present ed a Certificate of Service plaque to Ms. Contreras for her outstanding work for the City.
2. PRESENTATION OF A GIFT RECEIVED FROM THE MAYOR OF KIRISHIMA, JAPAN – ALHAMBRA ’S SISTER CITY – F2M7-80
Recently, Alhambra Chamber of Commerce Member, Mr. Ivan Posey, visited Alhambra ’s Sister City of Kirishima, Japan. While visiting, Mr. Posey met with the Mayor of Kirishima and his staff. During the meeting, the Mayor graciously presented Mr. Posey with a gift for the City of Alhambra. Mr. POSEY presented the gift from Kirishima ’s Mayor and provide d the Council with some details about his visit to the Sister City.
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PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS (TIME LIMITATIONS: 5 MINUTES PER SPEAKER, 30 MINUTES TOTAL) – F2M25-4
1) Stephano PATILLA, representing the South Coast AQMD, announced two funding opportunities for local businesses and residents , the Invest Clean Program and Go Zero Pilot Initiative, and described the programs.
2) Shirley TATSUNO, 1408 s. Fifth St., discussed the 710 stub, regulations against fire risks such as vegetation near residential properties, Halloween weekend in Downtown Alhambra, and exhibits at the Gallery Nucleus.
3) Olga, via Zoom, discussed the Historic Preservation Program.
PRESENTATION
LEE : Mayor Lee recused herself from the discussion of Item No. 3 due to property which may be affected by the Ordinance. Ms. LEE left Council Chambers at 7:03 p.m.
3. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING NEW FEES FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION APPLICATIONS – F2M20-51, R2M25-42
Director of Community Development HO delivered a staff report and presentation, which is available in the City Clerk ’s office. At the October 13, 2025 City Council meeting, Historic Preservation Application fees were discussed and continued. The Council requested additional information regarding surrounding cities ’ fees and details about the fee study that was conducted. The Council also asked staff to look into additional grant funding opportunities as well. Lastly, the Council had a brief discussion about Certificates of Economic Hardship that merited a follow up on the topic. Staff reached out to adjacent cities with Historic Preservation programs and inquired about their processes and fees. Information was obtained through reviewing municipal codes and fee schedules and then verifying by speaking with respective staff. While each city had slightly different processes and applications, tremendous effort was made to try to accurately show what other cities were doing in comparison to Alhambra ’s proposed fees. Staff will present information regarding the results of the survey as well as on the topics Council requested additional information on at the October 13, 2025 meeting.
Public Comment:
1) Bert NG, 203 S. Cordova St., expressed concern regarding the high fees as an impediment for participation. Mr. NG also read comments submitted by Lewis McCammon, who was not present. Mr. McCammon ’s comments are on file in the City Clerk ’s office. 2) Jennifer NG, S. Cordova St., requested clarification on elements of the application process and suggested a sliding scale pilot program to start.
3) Marisol GRIER , 815 Lindaraxa, spoke regarding the importance of the Historic Preservation Ordinance and expressed concerns regarding the high fees as an impediment for participation.
She supported a pilot program or a sliding scale. She asked that Council table the discussion and made other suggestions for improvements to the fee schedule. 4) Joyce AMARO, Ramona Park, also expressed concerns regarding the high fees as an impediment for participation. She also supported making the proposed schedule as a pilot program and implement a sliding scale. She made further suggestions for improvements. 5) Olga, via Zoom, expressed concerns regarding the high fees and requested reduced fees for those that need it.
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Discussion : Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER and Mr. HO discussed the number of properties identified as potentially eligible for historic designation, the purpose and process in participating in the Mills Act, the funding received by the Mills Act, the proposed pilot program status for the fee schedule, practices of other cities to set the fee schedule, use of fees to offset staff cost of processing applications and the salary survey, and previous fee reductions.
Councilmember MAZA discussed the background of the Historic Preservation Ordinance and the challenges in setting the fee schedule. He supported staff providing more information regarding reducing the fees further, a pilot program to receive applications on a trial basis, and seeking federal grant money to subsidize the reduction in fees for the program. He went on to discuss theoretical fees received even after the reduction.
Councilmember WANG and Mr. HO discussed the survey of surrounding city fees and whether other cities subsidize the lower fees through other funding sources. Ms. WANG discussed public comment and the concerns regarding the high fees and the possibility of other funding sources for the program. She stated that she was open to running a pilot program to see how it would work and collect information in the first year. She cautioned full subsidization of the program through the general fund and reminded Council of other options in the Strategic Plan.
Vice Mayor MALONEY and Mr. HO discussed the recovery of fees for property owners or bundling of application fees for property owners applying for historic status and Mills Act status.
Principal Planner McCURLEY provided further clarification as to the use of a professional consultant to provide a Historic Resources Assessment, ways to reduce the costs through on-call consultants and allowing short-form reports for certain instances. Mr. MALONEY and Mr. HO further discussed the high cost of the Mills Act application and process, the possibility of a financing structure for the fees. Mr. MALONEY went on to discuss the possibility pilot program to gradually phase in the fees. He also suggested a cap on applications for each phase of the fee structure. Mr. MALONEY and Mr. HO continued to discuss the bundling of application fees.
Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER and Mr. HO discussed the potential use of CDBG funding or other grant opportunities. City Attorney MONTES suggested that Council consider lowering specific fees rather than all fees which would be less of an overall material change to the proposed fee schedule. Council discussed the demolition fee remaining at the proposed price, lowering the Mills Act application, lowering the landmark district designation, and seeking grant funding to assist. Council continued discussion of a 50% fee reduction, an exploration of fee subsidization, a reduction of specific fees, capping the number of applications, gain input from stakeholders, and gave direction to staff to return with a new presentation and proposal in January 2026.
Action Taken : City Council tabled discussion and directed staff to look at reducing fees by 50% , explore funding sources to subsidize the remaining 50%, to explore options for bundling application fees for the first year of implementation, to cap applications under the reduced fee structure for the first year, and to contact stakeholders to gain input on the new proposed fee schedule. Council directed staff to return with new fee proposal in January 2026.
RECESS & RECONVENE : Vice Mayor MALONEY called for a brief recess at 8:14 p.m. and the meeting resumed with all members, including Mayor Lee, present at 8:21 p.m.
CONSENT AGENDA (Item Nos. 4 – 25 )
All items listed under the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Items No. 9, 16, 17, and 24, were considered by the City Council to be routine and were enacted by one motion . 4 10- 27 -25
4 . AWARD CONTRACT: PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING SERVICES FOR PREPARATION OF THE CITY ’S OFFICIAL REPORTS FOR THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) – F2M25-43, RFP2M25-11, C2M25- 50 , M2M25- 160 On July 28, 2025, the City Council authorized staff to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the preparation of Annual Action Plans, Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Reports (CAPERs), and professional staff assistance. These are administrative requirements for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships funds administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Staff contacted six consulting firms specializing in CDBG and HOME administrative support services and received four proposals. After reviewing the submissions conducting interviews with all the candidates, staff recommend ed awarding a contract to Veronica Tam and Associates. The City currently contracts with Veronica Tam and Associates, a firm with an extensive history working with Alhambra and a strong understanding of the City ’s housing and development priorities.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council award ed a three-year contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, by and between the City of Alhambra and Veronica Tam & Associates, for professional services in an amount not to exceed $80,100 for the preparation of the City of Alhambra ’s Annual Action Plan(s), Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report(s) (CAPER), and professional staff assistance; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M25-160 ) Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
5 . RESOLUTION MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT NOS. 2 &16 OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY REQUIRED IN CONNECTION WITH THE UPCOMING REORGANIZATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL – F2M25- 56 , R2M25-40
On February 24, 2025, in accordance with Alhambra City Charter Sec. 29, the Alhambra City Council reorganized and rotated the offices of Mayor, Vice Mayor and Councilpersons of various departments for the nine-month period ending November 24, 2025. Adoption of a Resolution is required in connection with the upcoming reorganization of the City Council; i.e., designating the City ’s Board members to the Los Angeles County Sanitation District Nos. 2 and 16. By the District ’s bylaws, Jeff Maloney, by virtue of becoming Mayor effective November 24, 2025, would be the City ’s Member; and, Adele Andrade-Stadler would be the Alternate Member to act in place of Mr. Maloney, if necessary.
Discussion : None.
Action Taken : City Council adopt ed Resolution No. R2M25-40 entitled: A Resolution of the Alhambra City Council pertaining to the designation of the Member and Alternate Member of the Boards of Directors of County Sanitation District Nos. 2 And 16 of Los Angeles County
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
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Absent: NONE
6 . ACCEPT GRANT: OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY – PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE SAFETY PROGRAM – F2M25-18, M2M25-161
The goal of the Office of Traffic Safety and Pedestrian Bicycle Safety Program is to reduce the number of individuals killed or injured from collisions involving pedestrians and bicyclists through grant funding for local law enforcement agencies. The Alhambra Police Department intend ed to utilize funding for the FY 2025-2026 Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Program to enhance community safety through various educational programs. Such programs and services would include classroom education, bicycle rodeos, community events and presentations on an overtime basis. Participation in programs such as National Walk to School Day, National Bicycle Safety Month, National Pedestrian Safety Month and California ’s Pedestrian Safety Month. In addition, the Police Department intend ed to use grant funding to purchase bicycle helmets to be distributed to community members at various events throughout the grant cycle.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council accept ed the Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) grant in the amount of $46,635; appropriate revenue and expenditure funds in the amount of $46,635; authorize d the Chief of Police to enter into a contract with the Office of Traffic Safety for grant implementation; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M25-161 )
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
7 . NOTICE INVITING BIDS: SEWER LIFT STATION NO. 5 REPLACEMENT PROJECT – F2M25-57, N2M25-154
The Sewer System Rehabilitation Plan completed in March 2009 identified Sewer Lift Station No. 5, located at 913 Clay Court east of Granada Avenue and north of Mission Road, in need of complete replacement. The lift station was originally constructed in 1926. Although the lift station was well maintained, due to its age and increased sewage flow rates into the station, a complete replacement was recommended. Plans and specifications were prepared. Staff reviewed the plans and found them to be consistent with the City ’s standards.
Discussion: None
Action Taken : City Council approve d the distribution of a Notice Inviting Bids to qualified contractors for the Sewer Lift Station No. 5 Replacement Project with bids due no later than 10:30 a.m. on November 27, 2025 and opened at 11:00 a.m. that same day; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
8 . CONTRACT EXTENSION: ALHAMBRA COMMUNITY CENTER PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES – F2M22-65, C2M23-43, M2M25-162
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On May 22, 2023, the City Council awarded a contract not to exceed $750,000 for 30 months to Cowley Corbis for project management services for the construction of the Alhambra Community Center. The current agreement was scheduled to expire by its terms on November 30, 2025. This amendment was necessary to complete the Alhambra Community Center Project. The project was extended due to unforeseen CEQA requirements, including the Environmental Impact Report ( “EIR ”). The original agreement was for a mitigated negative declaration path to a final CEQA determination. The project also required additional public outreach and public meetings to review the project's design and historical preservation aspects. The Alhambra Community Center was projected to be completed by July, 2027.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council approve d an amendment, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to the contract with Cowley and Corbis (Contract No. C2M23-43) for project management services for the Alhambra Community Center for an additional $500,000 in an amount no to exceed $1,250,000 for a term of twenty months from December 1, 2025 to July 31, 2027; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M25-162 )
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
9 . RESOLUTION TO CAST VOTE FOR REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE BOARD OF THE SAN GABRIEL BASIN WATER QUALITY AUTHORITY (WQA) – F 2 M 12 - 4 6 , R 2 M 2 5 -4 1 The election of the city member and alternate of the Board of the WQA from cities with pumping rights will take place at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of the Authority set for December 17, 2025. The City of Alhambra is one of the cities in the San Gabriel Basin with prescriptive water pumping rights, entitled to nominate and vote for a city member and alternate representing cities with pumping rights. At the October 13, 2025 Council meeting, the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. R2M25-37 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Alhambra, California nominating Councilmember Jeffrey K. Maloney to represent cities with prescriptive water pumping rights on the Board of the San Gabriel Basin Water Quality Authority. By letter dated October 20, 2025, the San Gabriel Basin Water Quality Authority confirmed Jeffrey K. Maloney as an official nominee for the office of city member of the Board of the San Gabriel Basin Water Quality Authority and provided the list of other nominees and a ballot, along with instructions on voting procedure. The City of Alhambra must cast its 8 vote(s) for only one of the official nominees provided by the San Gabriel Basin Water Quality Authority and must cast its vote(s) by resolution of the City Council. The resolution of the City of Alhambra City Council casting its vote(s) must be received by the San Gabriel Basin Water Quality Authority no later than December 16, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.
Discussion : Vice Mayor MALONEY stated that he currently served as an alternate to Councilmember Robert Gonzalez of the City of Azusa and stated that he would like to continue to serve as an alternate and that Mr. Gonzalez would like to continue to serve as the primary.
He stated that he believed there was another city that was going to vote for him, and suggested that Alhambra cast its votes for Mr. Gonzalez. Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER motioned to approve, and Mr. MALONEY seconded the motion.
Action Taken : City Council Adopt ed Resolution No. R2M25-41 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Alhambra, California, casting its vote(s) for Councilmember Robert Gonzalez, from the City of Azusa, to represent cities with prescriptive pumping rights 7 10- 27 -25
on the Board of the San Gabriel Basin Water Quality Authority Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: MALONEY, ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, MAZA, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
10. NOTICE OF COMPLETION: ROOF REPLACEMENT AT ALHAMBRA FIRE STATION 74 PROJECT – F2M24-36, C2M25-21, M2M25-163
On February 10, 2025, the City Council authorized the issuance of a Notice Inviting Bids for the roof replacement project at Alhambra Fire Station 74, located at 2505 W. Norwood Place.
The contract was awarded to Superior Roofing Systems, Inc. in the amount of $125,256.00 on May 12, 2025. There were three change orders to the project. Change order No. 1 was in the amount of $45,360.00 for a change in roof material, from a one-layer flat tile to a two-piece clay tile. Change order No. 1 is the net amount after the credit of $18,495.00 for the return of the original flat tile material. Change order Nos. 2 and 3 were for the plywood replacement in the upper deck and perimeter edge in the amount of $51,360.00. All change orders were approved by City Council on August 25, 2025. All work were completed in accordance with the project specifications. It would be appropriate for City Council to accept this project as complete and instruct 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 Superior Roofing Systems, Inc. for the roof replacement project at Alhambra Fire Station 74 as complete in the amount of $221,976.00 ; direct ed the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the County of Los Angeles for recordation; instruct ed the Finance Department to release the five percent (5%) retention thirty-five (35) days from the date of recordation, if no liens are filed; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council ’s action. ( M2M25-163 ) Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
1 1 . NOTICE OF COMPLETION: ROOF REPLACEMENT AT ALHAMBRA FIRE STATION 72 PROJECT – F2M24-24, C2M25-22, M2M25-164
On February 12, 2024, the City Council authorized the issuance of a Notice Inviting Bids for the roof replacement at Alhambra Fire Station 72, located at 1215 S. 6th Street. The contract was awarded to Rainy Day Roofing, Inc. in the amount of $140,429.58 on May 12, 2025. There were two change orders to the project. Change order No. 1 was in the amount of $17,780 to replace two fascia boards and rafter tails and was approved by the Director of Public Works and Utilities. Change order No. 2 was in the amount of $94,394.21 for the additional materials, labor, and onsite equipment and rental as a result of the change in roof material from a one- layer flat tile to a two-piece clay tile and was approved by the City Council on August 25, 2025.
Change order No. 2 was the net amount after the credit of $10,865.79 for the return of the original flat tile material. All work was completed in accordance with the project specifications.
It would be appropriate for City Council to accept this project as complete and instruct that the Notice of Completion be filed with the County of Los Angeles Recorder ’s Office.
Discussion: None.
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Action Taken : City Council accept ed the work of Rainy Day Roofing, Inc. for the roof replacement project at Alhambra Fire Station 72 as complete in the amount of $252,603.79; direct ed the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the County of Los Angeles for recordation; instruct ed the Finance Department to release the five percent (5%) retention thirty-five (35) days from the date of recordation, if no liens are filed; and direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council ’s action. ( M2M25-164 ) Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
1 2 . NOTICE INVITING BIDS: CEILING REMOVAL AND T-BAR REPLACEMENT AT FIRE STATION 71 HEADQUARTERS – F2M25-58, N2M25- 155
On August 26, 2025, the City Council awarded contract to Advanced Engineered Solutions (AES) for the professional design services, bid support, and construction oversight for the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Upgrade project at Alhambra Fire Station
71. During the design phase, AES determined there were mechanical challenges that should be addressed before moving forward with the new HVAC design of the building. The proposed project would involve removal of existing drywall, installation of suspended T-Bar ceiling, new lighting, and new smoke detectors, and the addition of fans. The scope of work was completed and the project was ready to be advertised.
Discussion : None.
Action Taken : City Council authorize d staff to issue a notice inviting bids for the Ceiling Removal and T-Bar Replacement at Fire Station 71 Headquarters, with bids due no later than 10:30 a.m. on December 8, 2025 and opened at 11:00 a.m. that same day.
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
1 3 . AWARD CONTRACT: WATER WELL MAINTENANCE SERVICES AND PUMP AND MOTOR REPAIRS – F2M25-47, RFP2M25-15, C2M25-51, M2M25-165 On August 25, 2025, the City Council approved the distribution of a Request for Proposals for Water Well Maintenance Services and Pump and Motor Repairs for the Utilities Water Division.
There were eight proposals received for the project. Staff conducted a review and evaluation of the responding proposals and found the General Pump ’s proposal the best suited for the City ’s Wells, Pumps and Motors needs.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council approve d a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, by and between the City of Alhambra and General Pump for the Water Well Maintenance Services and Pump and Motor Repairs for the Water Division in the amount not to exceed $400,000.00 for one year, with two additional one-year renewal options, for a total amount not to exceed $1,200,000.00 over a three-year period, 9 10- 27 -25
authorize d the City Manager to execute the extensions if the services are satisfactory; and , direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M25-165 ) Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
1 4 . AWARD CONTRACT: ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR PHASE 2 TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROJECT – ADAPTIVE/TRAFFIC RESPONSIVE CONTROL SYSTEMS PROJECT – F2M23-47, RFP2M25-19, C2M25-52, M2M25-166 On September 8, 2025, the City Council approved distributing a Request for Proposals for the professional engineering design services for Phase 2 of the Traffic Signal Synchronization Project (Adaptive/ Traffic Responsive Control Systems). Staff received proposals from four (4) companies. Staff reviewed and evaluated the responding proposals and found the proposal submitted by Advantec Consulting Engineers, Inc. conforms to the RFP and received the highest rating. Proposals were evaluated based on team qualifications, technical approach, project understanding and experience, references, and overall completeness and quality.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council award ed contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to Advantec Consulting Engineers, Inc. for professional engineering design services for Phase 2 of the Traffic Signal Synchronization Project (Adaptive/ Traffic Responsive Control Systems), in an amount not to exceed $1,701,013.00; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. (M2M25-166 ) Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
1 5 . AUTHORIZE RFP: SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE FOR TREATMENT OF DRINKING WATER – F2M25-59, RFP2M25-23
The City provides water services to approximately 18,965 customer service connections within its 7.6-square-mile service area. The City ’s water infrastructure includes approximately 145 miles of distribution main and 30 miles of transmission pipeline, nine active wells, six booster pumping stations, fourteen water storage reservoirs, and one Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) service connection. The City ’s existing source of water supply consists of groundwater produced from the Main San Gabriel Basin and treated water purchased from MWD. In order to comply with Federal and State regulations Sodium Hypochlorite (NaOCl) solution is applied to local groundwater as part of the treatment process to kill harmful pathogens.
Discussion : None.
Action Taken : City Council approve d the distribution of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Sodium Hypochlorite for Treatment of Drinking Water, with proposals due no later than 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 18, 2025; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
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Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
1 6 . ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES METROPOLITAN
TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY UNDER MEASURE R FOR PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS – F2M25-18 , M2M25-167
On March 11, 2024, the City Council adopted the City ’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Plan (Plan), which establishes a vision for biking and pedestrian infrastructure and facilitates further planning and funding support for the implementation of the City ’s active transportation goals . On May 14, 2024, the City formally submitted a letter/request to Metro highlighting the City ’s interests to reallocate funds toward the implementation of the City ’s pedestrian improvements. On July 25, 2024, the LA Metro Board formally took action and approved the reprogramming of Alhambra ’s funds. By October 2024, LA Metro notified the City that the “actual ” balance to be reprogrammed was slightly less than the $14.4 million anticipated; the revised value was $14,387,027.50, after adjusting for minor expenses related to the Fremont Avenue Traffic Improvements Project in the amount of $12,972.50. Recently, on October 6, 2025, the City received the Funding Agreement in the amount of $14,387,027.50 for the City ’s Pedestrian Improvement Project. The Measure R funds would provide for Project Initiation Document, Project Development, Project Approval/Environmental Document, Plans, Specifications, and Estimates, and Construction for the City ’s priority pedestrian improvements.
Public Comment: Ron SAHU, 311 N. Story Pl., discussed the history of Item N o. 16 and 17, discussed discrepancies on several specific pages, requested clarification regarding specific pages, and distributed a handout which is on file in the City Clerk ’s office.
Discussion: Vice Mayor MALONEY addressed Mr. Sahu ’s comments regarding the difference in price changes. Assistant City Manager GARCIA and City Manager BINNQUIST provided clarification and stated that staff could research the changes and provide further clarification. Council continued on to discussion of Item No. 17. Council agreed to move forward with Item No. 16 and table discussion of Item N o . 17.
Action Taken : City Council accept ed grant funds in the amount of $14,387,027.50 from the Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) under the Alhambra Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Project, LACMTA Project ID #MR1.9.4.01 and FTIP #LAMIPMR141; appropriate d $10,950,027.50 in revenues and expenditures under Measure R for the 2024-25, 2025-26, and 2026-27 Fiscal Years, as allocated under the grant; authorize d the City Manager or designee to execute all documents related to grant implementation; and , direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council ’s action. ( M2M25-167 )
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: MAZA, MALONEY, ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
1 7 . ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY UNDER MEASURE R FOR THE 710 STUB IMPROVEMENTS INTO A FOUR-LANE ARTERIAL – F2M25-18, M2M25-168 On April 24, 2023, the City entered into a Cooperative Agreement with the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) for the Project Initiation Document (PID) for the 710 Stub Improvements at Valley from a six-lane freeway corridor to a four-lane local arterial.
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parkways with trees and landscape, and stormwater pre-treatment elements including water capture and reuse elements. Recently, on October 10, 2025, the City received the Funding Agreement in the amount of $62,400,000 for the City ’s Arterial Conversion Project. The Measure R funds would provide for Project Initiation Document, Project Development, Project Approval/Environmental Document, Plans, Specifications, and Estimates, and Construction for the City ’s Arterial Conversion Project.
Public Comment: Ron SAHU, 311 N. Story Pl., discussed the history of Item N o. 16 and 17, discussed discrepancies on several specific pages, requested clarification regarding specific pages, distributed a handout which is on file in the City Clerk ’s office.
Discussion: Vice Mayor MALONEY addressed Mr. Sahu ’s comments and Assistant City Manager GARCIA provided clarification as to the current status of the project and previous Council discussion. Mr. MALONEY requested further clarification as the reallocation of dollars and requested corrections be made to update the current mayor signatory pages.
Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER and City Manager BINNQUIST discussed upcoming 710 public outreach meetings and reported on the 710 Stakeholder Committee meetings as voting members. Councilmember MAZA and Ms. GARCIA discussed an estimated cost of the project and requests for reimbursement from LA County METRO. Councilmember WANG requested further clarification as to the errors made on the signature page and Ms. GARCIA assured her that she requested corrections from LA County METRO. Ms. WANG further discussed the community changes over the several years of the project and requested updates. Ms. BINNQUIST stated that the presentation was proposed for a February City Council meeting. Ms. WANG stated that she had several questions regarding the whole scope of the project and stated that she did not feel ready to vote on the item without an update on the current status. She requested that the discussion on this item be tabled until after the discussion in February. Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER and Ms. BINNQUIST discussed the delay on the reimbursement. Council discussed Ms. Wang ’s suggestion to table discussion. Council agreed to move forward with Item No. 16 and agreed to table discussion of Item No. 17 until after related presentation on February 9, 2026 regular City Council meeting.
Action Taken : City Council took no action and tabled discussion until after a related presentation at the February 9, 2026 regular City Council meeting.
Vote: Moved: WANG Seconded: MAZA
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
1 8 . AWARD CONTRACT: GREEN STREET DEMONSTRATION PROJECT ON MAIN STREET – F2M23-56, N2M25-107, C2M25-53, M2M25-169
On August 25, 2025, the City Council approved the distribution of Notice Inviting Bids for the Green Street Demonstration Project on Main Street. On October 9, 2025, bids were opened by the City Clerk. Eight (8) bids were received, which ranged from the base bid amount of $6,396,800 to $9,208,985. Sully-Miller Contracting Company, submitted the lowest qualified bid at $6,396,800. Staff reviewed the bid submitted by Sully-Miller Contracting Company, and found it to be in full compliance and conformance with the project ’s specifications. The Project include d installation of four (4) drywells north of Main Street on Birch Avenue and Grand Avenue, 20,000 square feet of bioretention areas, and planting 34 new trees along Main Street.
Eastbound traffic lanes would be reduced to two (2) lanes and parking along the median will be removed.
Discussion: None.
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Action Taken : City Council award ed a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, by and between the City of Alhambra and Sully-Miller Contracting Company, for the Green Street Demonstration Project on Main Street in an amount not to exceed $6,396,800; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M25-169 )
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
19. APPROVE CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER: OPERATIONS OF ALHAMBRA COMMUNITY TRANSIT AND SENIOR RIDE – F2M19-34, C2M19-3 8 , M2M25-170 In 2019, First Transit was awarded a contract to provide contract transit operations for the Alhambra Community Transit (ACT) and Alhambra Senior Ride. The agreement with First Transit has been extended multiple times and currently expires in June 2030. During Fiscal Year 2024-25 there was an increase in revenue hours due to traffic delays; therefore, additional appropriations in the amount of $47,864.81 were required to cover a budget shortfall under the contract. The additional appropriations were necessary to process final invoices and the close out the FY 2024-25 contracted services.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council approve d Change Order #1 with First Transit Inc. for the Alhambra Community Transit and Senior Ride contract; increase d contract C2M19-38 by $47,864.81, bringing the total revised contract value to $2,556,950.31, subject to approval by the City Manager and City Attorney; direct ed the Finance Director to appropriate $47,864.81 from Prop A and Prop C Fund Balances; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council ’s action. ( M2M25-170 )
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
20 . TREASURER ’S REPORT – F2M25-1
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council receive d and file d as submitted the Treasurer's Report prepared by the Director of Finance for the month of September 2025, listing all of the City's investments as of September 30, 2025.
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
2 1 . MINUTES
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Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council review ed and approve d as submitted the Minutes of the September 8 , 2025 regular meeting of the City Council .
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
2 2 . PERSONNEL ACTIONS – F2M25-2
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council ratif ied the actions of the City Manager set forth in that certain Personnel Actions document dated October 27 , 2025 showing the various appointments, classifications, salary changes, etc., since the last City Council meeting.
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
2 3 . DEMANDS - F2M2 5 -1
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council approve d as submitted Final Check List (261461 thru 261615 ) in the amount of $ 838,554.02 for the period ending September 11 , 2025 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $102,184.12 for the week ending September 5, 2025 ; Final Check List (261616 thru 261814 ) in the amount of $ 1,090,179.39 the period ending September 18 , 2025 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $1,187,355.64 for the week ending September 12, 2025 ; Final Check List (261815 thru 261815 ) in the amount of $ 67,640.00 for the period ending September 18 , 2025 ; Final Check List (261816 thru 261980 ) in the amount $ 2,085,791.50 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $3,000,466.13 for the week ending September 19, 2025 ; Final Check List (174 thru 345 and 261981 thru 261988 ) in the amount of $ 63,961.92 for the period ending October 2 , 2025 ; Final Check List (261989 thru 262128 ) in the amount of $ 2,162,080.94 for the period ending October 2 , 2025 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $ 1,378,863.85 for the week ending September 26 , 2025 ; and, Final Check List (262129 thru 262301) in the amount of $3,308,927.08 for the period ending October 9, 2025 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $643,541.19 for the week ending October 3, 2025.
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
2 4 . FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALHAMBRA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 9.18 (SMOKING REGULATED OR
PROHIBITED) OF THE ALHAMBRA MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROHIBIT SMOKING IN MULTI-UNIT RESIDENCES OF FOUR (4) OR MORE UNITS – F2M25-7 , O2M25-4852 14 10- 27 -25
On June 23, 2025, the City Council directed staff to research options for prohibiting smoking in multi-unit residential properties. On September 22, 2025, the City Council directed staff to prepare an ordinance expanding the City ’s smoking regulations to include multi-unit residences of four (4) or more units. Council requested that the ordinance include: A three- year phase-in period for existing units; An emphasis on private enforcement; Educational resources for smoking cessation and addiction treatment; and, Notification and signage requirements for landlords and homeowners ’ associations. Staff prepared Ordinance No.
O2M25-4852 in accordance with Council direction.
Public Comment:
1) Radell ALVISO, representing Community Health Alliance, spoke in favor of the ordinance and spoke regarding the health risks of second -hand smoke . H e distributed a handout, which is available in the City Clerk ’s office.
2) Jesus ROJAS, representing the A partment A ssociation of G reater L os A ngeles , expressed several concerns regarding the ordinance and the effects on landlords as well as renters. He requested several sections be eliminated.
3) Shirley TATSUNO, 1408 S. 5 th St., spoke in favor of the ordinance but expressed concern with the exclusion of housing with 2 and 3 units, and the length of time to implement the ordinance. 4) Hanna KWAK, representing UCLA Anti-Vaping Champions, spoke in favor of the ordinance and also suggested the inclusion of complexes with 2 or 3 units. She spoke regarding the health risks of second -hand smoke.
5) Angelica FREGOSO, 723 Greenhedge St., representing UCLA Anti-Vaping Champions, spoke in favor of the ordinance and also suggested the inclusion of complexes with 2 or 3 units. She spoke regarding the health risks of second -hand smoke.
Discussion: Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER motioned to include multi-unit residences of 2 or more units in place of the as written four or more units. City Attorney MONTES clarified the other incidences where the number of units is listed and Ms.
ANDRADE-STADLER clarified her motion to include all references of the number of housing units. Vice Mayor MALONEY requested more information regarding the change and its impact on the data presented in the ordinance. Management Analyst ALVAREZ provided clarification.
Mr. MALONEY expressed discomfort on the reduction of units given the information provided.
Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER discussed the previous discussions regarding the number of units.
Councilmember MAZA supported including the number of units to 2 or more to offer greater protection to tenants. He requested the motion be modified to include any single -family property with an Accessory Dwelling Unit, both detached or attached. Ms. ANDRADE- STADLER agreed to amend her motion. Councilmember WANG supported additional protections for all renters but requested more clarification regarding the impact of the change to the analysis provided with the initial ordinance. She discussed the differences between duplexes and triplexes, homes with ADUs, and multi-unit housing. Mr. ALVAREZ and City Manager BINNQUIST provided clarification regarding the previous analysis, enforcement, and implementation. Ms. WANG stated that she would potentially support including other units or moving ahead with the ordinance as presented. Mayor LEE expressed concerns expanding the ordinance to include duplex and triplex units and the impact of eviction. She expressed she would like more of a discussion regarding the issue, stated that she would like to exclude detached units, and requested further discussion to clarify the language.
Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER called for the vote. Mr. MAZA seconded her motion.
Mr. MALONEY discussed his hesitancy to support a change which was not previously 15 10- 27 -25
discussed in a public meeting and made a substitute motion to change to ordinance to include multi-unit residences of three (3 ) or more units and direct staff to conduct further study regarding the impact on duplexes and single-family residences with one ADU. Ms.
ANDRADE-STADLER accepted Mr. Maloney ’s substitute motion. Ms. LEE requested a further amendment to Mr. Maloney ’s motion to exclude triplexes with no shared ventilation. Mr.
MONTES provided clarification regarding the definitions provided in the ordinance which included language about units being within a single structure. Ms. LEE accepted the clarification and seconded Mr. Maloney ’s substitute motion. Mr. MAZA accepted Mr. Maloney ’s substitute motion and expressed that he would still like to move towards a totally smoke free C ity.
Action Taken : City Council made corrections and declare d introduced for its first reading the following ordinance entitled:
Ordinance No. O2M25-485 2 : An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Alhambra, California, Amending Chapter 9.18 (Smoking Regulated or Prohibited) of the Alhambra Municipal Code to prohibit smoking in multi-unit residences of three (3) or more units.
which ordinance would return for a second reading and adoption at the next regular Council meeting.
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: WANG, MALONEY, ANDRADE-STADLER, MAZA, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
2 5 . SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 2.23 (§
2.23.030, § 2.23.040, AND § 2.23.050) OF THE ALHAMBRA MUNICIPAL CODE
PERTAINING TO THE COMPOSITION AND APPOINTMENT OF THE HCDA CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE – F2M25-29, O2M25-4851
Staff request ed that the City Council declare introduced for second reading and adopt an Ordinance amending Chapter 2.23 of the Alhambra Municipal Code relating to the HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee The HCDA serves an important role as an advisory body to the City Council, providing recommendations related to the City ’s housing and community development initiatives. According to the Municipal Code (§ 2.23.090), the HCDA shall meet once every three months. In addition, per the City ’s Citizen Participation Plan, the HCDA is expected to meet regularly to provide input and recommendations on key documents, including the Consolidated Plan, the Annual Action Plan, the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), and any substantial amendments. The HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee held a meeting on March 4, 2025. After that date, no meetings could be held through September 2025 due to a lack of quorum. With the current six appointed members and four vacancies on the ten-member body, all members needed to be present to meet the quorum requirement of six (50% plus one). Due to the lack of quorum from March through September, the committee was unable to fulfill its advisory responsibilities or provide formal recommendations during that time. Th e proposed o rdinance amends Sections § 2.23.030, §
2.23.040, and § 2.23.050 of the Alhambra Municipal Code to reduce the HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee membership from ten (10) to five (5) members, and to reduce the number of committee member appointments by each City Council member from two (2) to one (1).
The City Council gave first reading to this ordinance at the October 13, 2025 Council meeting.
Discussion: None.
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Action Taken : City Council declare d introduced for its second reading and adopt the following ordinance entitled:
Ordinance No. O2M25-4851 : An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Alhambra, California, amending Chapter 2.23 (§ 2.23.030 – Composition and Qualifications, § 2.23.040 – Appointment and Term of Office, and § 2.23.050 – Ex Officio Members) of the Alhambra Municipal Code relating to the HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, MAZA, WANG, LEE
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (ANNOUNCEMENTS & FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS) – F2M2 5 -7 Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER reported on the success of the Pumpkin Run.
Councilmember MAZA also reported on the success of the Pumpkin Run and thanked staff, sponsors, and participants. Mr. MAZA also requested staff provide information or an ordinance to ban nitrous oxide in the City. He commented on the increase of incidents with people using nitrous oxide as a recreational drug. He also reported on a shooting with a deputy sheriff in La Verne and requested that the meeting be adjourned in the memory of Deputy Andrew Nuñez with the San Bernadino Sheriff ’s Department. Mayor LEE agreed to hold a moment of silence.
City Attorney MONTES requested Council consensus for staff to provide a presentation regarding nitrous oxide. Ms. LEE requested additional information on other substances being used for recreational drugs. Ms. LEE and Mr. MONTES discussed the subject and substances which are not governed by the California Penal Code. Ms. LEE and Mr. MAZA discussed the recent trend of using nitrous oxide. Council agreed to further discussion at a Council meeting.
Councilmember WANG thanked staff for their outreach effort through Alhambra Unified School District regarding changes to the ACT Bus Routes. She further encouraged outreach to other broad reaching groups such as church groups and Neighborhood Watch groups to help disseminate city information.
Mayor LEE reported on the successful Pumpkin Run event. She further reported on public interactions at the Mayor ’s table at the Farmer ’s Market. Ms. LEE went on to report on upcoming C ity events including the Alhambra Police Department Trunk-or-Treat event, Veteran ’s Day event, ADJOURNMENT : At 9:32 p.m. there being no further business for the Council to transact, the Mayor, with the consent of the City Council, adjourned the meeting in memory of San Bernadino Sheriff Deputy Andrew Nuñez, to the next regular meeting of the Alhambra City Council scheduled for Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
LAUREN MYLES, CMC
CITY CLERK
by
BRIANNA LAMB MCCARTHY
ASSISTANT CITY CLERK