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Unofficial until approved by the
Alhambra City Council
MINUTES
Regular Meeting
ALHAMBRA CITY COUNCIL
January 12, 2026
6 :0 0 p.m.
ROLL CALL: At 6:05 p.m., on Monday, January 12 , 202 6 , the Alhambra City Council met in the Council Chambers of Alhambra City Hall.
PRESENT: LEE, MAZA, WANG, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
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 , Lieutenant Lee, Building Division Manager Turango, Building Official Jefferson
FLAG SALUTE : Led by Mayor Maloney
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.
CEREMONIALS
1. CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE: RON DALESSANDRO – F2M2 6 -3 Mayor Maloney and the City Council wish ed to commend and thank Fire Communications Supervisor Ron Dalessandro who recently retire d after 3 2 years of faithful and loyal service to the Fire Department and the City of Alhambra. Mayor Maloney presented a Certificate of Service plaque to Mr. Dalessandro for his outstanding work for the City.
2. COMMENDATIONS: 2025 BEST OF DOWNTOWN AWARD WINNERS – F2M26-3 Mayor Maloney and the Alhambra City Council, on behalf of the citizens of Alhambra, wish ed to recognize and congratulate the Alhambra businesses that were recipients of the 2025 Best of Downtown A wards in various categories selected by the Downtown Alhambra Business Association. The Downtown Alhambra Business Association and the Alhambra Chamber of Commerce strive to create and support our local business community to the benefit of small business owners and Alhambra residents alike. The City o f Alhambra was pleased to recognize all of the 2025 Best of Downtown award winners for their contributions to our community. Mayor Maloney present ed commendations to all the award winners. 2 1-12-26
IMIZZU
Best Date Spot and Best Place to Shop
VITA CANE ALHAMBRA
Best Drink Spot and Best Dessert Spot
THE GRANADA LA
Best Entertainment3
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CROSSFIT DTA
Best Healthy Lifestyle Business
ELIS TOURS & TRAVEL
Best Professional Service
DELHI BELLY
Best Restaurant
BEAUTY AND CO.
Best Selfcare Service
HAPPY HUMBLE HUB
Best Third Place
RELASH
Favorite Business
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS – F2M26-4
Alexandra, via Zoom, expressed concerns regarding the notification of using 220 S. Fifth St. as the staging site for a sewer project.
Mayor MALONEY stated that City staff would be in contact to try and address concerns.
PUBLIC HEARING
3. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ALHAMBRA MUNICIPAL CODE BY MODIFYING TITLE 20 THEREOF ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING, RESIDENTIAL, ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL,
PLUMBING, ENERGY, HISTORICAL BUILDING, EXISTING BUILDING, AND GREEN
BUILDING STANDARDS CODES, WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, AND DELETIONS THERETO – F2M25-60, N2M25-181, O2M25-4853
Building Division Manager TARANGO delivered a staff report. Staff requested that the City Council conduct a public hearing and, after receiving public testimony, consider second reading and adoption of an ordinance adopting by reference the 2025 California Building, Residential, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Energy, Historical Building, Existing Building, and Green Building Standards Codes, with certain amendments, additions, and deletions thereto. Every three years, the California Building Standards Commission (CBSC) publishes an updated edition of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, known collectively as the “California Building Standards Code ”. The 2025 edition of Title 24 was published on July 1, 2025, and became effective January 1, 2026, s tatewide. California Codes can be viewed at:
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https://www.dgs.ca.gov/BSC/Codes . State law (California Health and Safety Code § 18938.5) requires all cities to enforce these updated codes. Cities may also adopt local amendments , where justified by local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions, and such findings must be filed with the California Building Standards Commission. For this code adoption cycle, City of Alhambra adopt ed the 2025 California Building Standards Code directly, without incorporating the Los Angeles County amendments. Recent state legislation, Assembly Bill (AB) 130 (2025), placed a moratorium on the adoption of new residential building code modifications that exceed State minimum standards . The proposed ordinance fully complie d with AB 130. No new local amendments to the Building Code or Residential Code were introduced as part of this adoption. The proposed ordinance also reorganize d Title 20 of the Alhambra Municipal Code to improve clarity and efficiency. The proposed ordinance was introduced for first reading at the December 8, 2025 City Council meeting.
Opened & Closed the Public Hearing: Mayor MALONEY opened the public hearing and as there was no one present who wished to speak, closed the same.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council conduct ed a public hearing and, after receiving public testimony, declare d introduced for its second reading and adopt the following ordinance entitled:
Ordinance No. O2M25-4853 : An Ordinance of the Alhambra City Council amending the Alhambra Municipal Code by modifying Title 20 thereof adopting by reference, the 2025 California Building, Residential, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Energy, Historical Building, Existing Building, and Green Building Standards Codes, with certain amendments, additions, and deletions thereto Vote: Moved: MAZA Seconded: WANG
Ayes: MAZA, WANG, ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
PRESENTATIONS
4. ORDINANCE PROHIBITING THE SALE AND DISTRIBUTION OF NITROUS OXIDE AND DETERMINATION THAT THE ORDINANCE IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA – F2M25-7, O2M26 - 4856
Deputy City Manager HEMBREE delivered a staff report. On October 27 , 2025, Councilmember Maza requested more information about the increase in nitrous oxide related arrests by the Alhambra Police Department (APD), the sale of nitrous oxide in the City and a draft Ordinance to regulate the sale of nitrous oxide. There was full support from the Council on this request. Nitrous oxide, commonly known as “laughing gas ” or “whippets, ” has become a growing public health and safety concern in Alhambra and throughout California. The APD, along with communities across the nation, have seen an increase in arrests and incidents related to the sale of nitrous oxide. To date, there were 5 authorized smoke shops in the City of Alhambra, of those, one wa s not open to the public and APD has found the 4 remaining sell nitrous oxide, presumably for recreational use. California Penal Code § 381b prohibits possession or use of nitrous oxide for intoxication, and the recreational sale of nitrous oxide is not harmless. Short-term effects include disorientation, nausea, blackouts, and impaired motor control-creating immediate risk to users and the public, particularly when combined with driving. Chronic misuse poses even more serious consequences including brain damage, 4 1-12-26
irreversible nerve damage, paralysis, cognitive impairment, and even death. Due to the public safety risk, there has been an increase in Southern California jurisdictions adopting ordinances prohibiting the sale, distribution and recreational use of nitrous oxide, including the cities of; Rialto, Bell, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana, Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Fullerton and County of Orange.
Discussion: Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER and Lieutenant LEE discussed the five retailers selling nitrous oxide in the City. Councilmember WANG and Director of Community Development HO discussed if there were regulations governing hours of operation for smoke shops. Ms. WANG suggested that staff look at options and tools to better regulate businesses such as smoke shops or businesses which could raise community concerns and requested that staff explore options for these businesses to obtain a Conditional Use Permit through the Planning Commission. Councilmember MAZA thanked staff for their work on the ordinance and supported Ms. Wang ’s suggestions. Councilmember LEE recalled Council ’s approval of a past ordinance to prohibit the sale of flavored tobacco products.
Action Taken : City Council declare d introduced for its first reading the following ordinance entitled:
Ordinance No. O2M26-4856 : An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Alhambra, California, amending Title IX (Public Peace and Safety) of the Alhambra Municipal Code to include Chapter 9.19 (Prohibition on Sale or Distribution of Nitrous Oxide) and determining adoption of this Ordinance is exempt from CEQA
which ordinance would return for a second reading and adoption the next regular City Council meeting.
Vote: Moved: MAZA Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: MAZA, WANG, ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
LEE : Councilmember 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.
5. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING NEW FEES FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION APPLICATIONS – F2M20-51, R2M25-42
Director of Community Development HO delivered a staff report. At the October 27, 2025 regular City Council meeting, Historic Preservation application fees were discussed and continued. The Council directed staff to return with a 50% reduction of application fees for certain applications with an analysis of the impact to the General Fund. In addition, the Council directed staff to incorporate tiers to full cost recovery. Staff presented information regarding the proposed historic preservation application fees which establish new fees at 50% cost for certain historic preservation applications , include a 50% fee reduction for applications related to Designation, Certificate of Appropriateness and Mills Act, include no fee reductions for applications related to Certificate of Demolition, Economic Hardship or Appeals and the bundling of applications at reduced rate . Staff also discuss ed the phased approach to 100% cost recovery as well as General Fund impacts.
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Public Comment:
1) Jennifer NG, S. Cordova St., supported some of the changes and suggested Council review the progress after one year.
2) Sawyer BROOKS, 118 E. McLean St. , expressed concerns with the City ’s subsidization of fees and suggested a cap on applications. He made further suggestions for application fees and policies.
3) Lewis McCammon, 105 N. Cordova St., discussed the study included with the staff report and echoed Ms. Ng ’s suggestion for additional review and data collection. He supported some of the changes to the fee schedule.
4) Melissa MICHELSON, via Zoom, supported some of the changes to the fee schedule and suggested further review of the progress of the program.
Discussion : Councilmember WANG agreed with the suggestion to review the fee schedule after one year. She also stressed the importance of providing information to the public regarding the phasing in of the fee schedule. Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER suggested a review of the entire Historic Preservation program in one year ’s time. Councilmember MAZA also spoke in favor of the reduced fees and agreed with Council to review the fee schedule after one year. Mr. MAZA and Mr. HO discussed the certificate of appropriateness process and the Mills Act agreement. Mayor MALONEY supported the proposed fees and went on to discuss comments made. He supported a review of the program.
Action Taken : City Council adopt ed Resolution No. R2M25-42 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Alhambra, California, establishing new fees for Historic Preservation Applications to set fees for certain Historic Preservation applications at 50% of the full cost from FY 2025 up to FY 2027, 75% for FY 2027, and 100% for FY 2028 and onward subject to annual adjustment thereafter based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) at July 1 of each fiscal year; and , direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: WANG Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: WANG, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: LEE
LEE: Councilmember Lee returned to Council chambers at 7:03 p.m.
CONSENT AGENDA (Item Nos. 6 – 23 ): (TIME LIMITATIONS: 5 MINUTES PER SPEAKER FOR ONE ITEM, 10 MINUTES PER SPEAKER FOR 2+ ITEMS)
All items listed under the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Items No. 9, 13, 14, 18, and 19, were considered by the City Council to be routine and were enacted by one motion . 6 . RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGES TO THE CITY OF ALHAMBRA COMPENSATION PLAN AND SALARY SCHEDULE FOR PART-TIME JOB CLASSIFICATIONS – F2M26-2, R2M26-1
California Public Employees ’ Retirement Law requires the City Council to approve and adopt salary schedules and pay rates for job classifications at a public meeting. Effective January 1, 2026, the State of California Department of Industrial Relations Minimum Wage Order 6 1-12-26
mandates that minimum wage for employers with 26 or more employees be increased from $16.50 per hour to $16.90 per hour. The proposed Resolution provide d for increases for part- time hourly classifications to ensure compliance with the upcoming State of California mandated minimum wage increase. The salary schedule, attached to the Resolution was reflective of increases in order to bring part-time hourly classifications into compliance. To ensure compliance, the new part-time salary schedule would be effective on the pay period beginning January 1, 2026. Additionally, due to an anticipated retirement and upcoming staffing needs, a part-time Housing Assistant classification was added to the salary schedule.
Public Comment : Lewis McCAMMON, 105 N. Cordova St., spoke in support of the salary increases for part-time job classifications and discussed the history of worker ’s rights and state increases to minimum wage.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council adopt ed Resolution No. R2M26-1 entitled: A Resolution of the Alhambra City Council approving changes to the City of Alhambra Compensation Plan and Salary Schedule for part-time job classifications approving changes to the City of Alhambra Compensation Plan and Salary Schedule for part-time job classifications; and, direct ed the Finance Director to make the necessary budget adjustments to comply with the State mandated minimum wage increase. ( M2M26-1 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: WANG, LEE, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
7 . APPROPRIATE OPIOID SETTLEMENT FUNDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF A DRUG INCINERATOR – F2M25-17, M2M26-2
The City receive d a proportioned share of funding from opioid settlements, which funds were subject to guidelines under the administration of the California Department of Health Services.
City staff recently identified the purchase of a drug incinerator as a possible use of opioid settlement funding. An incinerator is a portable drug terminator that properly disposes of narcotics, paraphernalia and bio-hazard materials. Currently, the Police Department disposes of confiscated narcotics through a third-party vendor. Purchasing the incinerator would allow the Police Department to properly dispose of narcotics onsite, as needed. Alhambra has received an approved funding application form the California Department of Health Services for the purchase of the incinerator at a cost of $6,700. An appropriation of funds was needed to finalize the proposed purchase.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council direct ed the Finance Director to appropriate $6,700 in expenditures for opioid settlement funds under the 2025-26 Fiscal Year Budget for the purchase of a drug incinerator for the Alhambra Police Department; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M26-2 ) Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: WANG, LEE, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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8 . NOTICE INVITING BIDS: ALLEY REHABILITATION PROJECT (AREA B/PHASE I) – F2M26-20, N2M26-4
The Alley Rehabilitation (Area B/Phase I) Project consist ed of four alley segments. The alley segments were categorized as failed condition. The selected alley segments for this Project were as follows: between Ross Avenue and La Paloma Avenue from Hellman Avenue to Fremont Avenue (Bid Alternate is located between Valley Boulevard and Norwood Place from Westmont Drive and Cabrillo Avenue). Plans and specifications were prepared for this project.
Staff reviewed the plans, and found them to be in conformance with City Standards. Once the Council authorizes the distribution of the NIB, it would be posted and advertised with the bid notice and bid instructions.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council authorize d the circulation of a Notice Inviting Bids to prospective contractors for the Alley Rehabilitation Project (Area B/Phase I) with bids due no later than 10:30 a.m. on February 12, 2026; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: WANG, LEE, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
9 . AWARD CONTRACT: HISTORIC RESTORATION SERVICES FOR THE ALHAMBRA COMMUNITY CENTER – F2M22-65, N2M25-148, C2M26- 1 , M2M26-3 On January 27, 2025, the City Council authorized the issuance of Notice Inviting Bids for the construction activities for the Alhambra Community Center Project. On December 18, 2025, the City Clerk received one bid for the historic restoration services for the Alhambra Community Center. The bid received from K.C. Restoration Co., Inc. was the lowest responsive bid.
Public Comment : Sawyer BROOKS, 118 E. McLean St., questioned the single bid received.
Discussion : Councilmember MAZA and Director of Parks and Recreation MACIAS discussed the scope of the project. Mayor MALONEY stressed the importance of the historic restoration of the former Shorb Clinic for the Alhambra Community Center and discussed the restoration of the murals and artwork with Mr. MACIAS.
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 K.C. Restoration Co. , Inc. for historic restoration services for the Alhambra Community Center in an amount to exceed $1,352,526.00; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M26-3 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE, WANG, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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1 0 . AWARD CONTRACT: ALUMINUM AND GLAZING SERVICES FOR THE ALHAMBRA COMMUNITY CENTER – F2M22-65, N2M25- 132, C2M26-2, M2M26-4 On January 27, 2025, the City Council authorized the issuance of Notice Inviting Bids for the construction activities for the Alhambra Community Center Project. On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, the City Clerk received seven bids for aluminum and glazing services for the Alhambra Community Center. McKernan Inc. submitted the lowest responsive bid.
Discussion : None.
Action Taken : City Council award ed a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to McKernan Inc. for aluminum and glazing services for the Alhambra Community Center in the total amount not to exceed $875,100; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M26-4 ) Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: WANG, LEE, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
1 1 . CONTRACT AMENDMENT: WIRELESS MOBILE SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH T- MOBILE – F2M22-6B, C2M22-60, M2M26-5
On November 14, 2022, the City Council approved an agreement with T-Mobile USA, Inc. for Connecting Heroes Program wireless mobile services through May 2023 for an amount estimated at $16,647 annually. Since the initial contract award, the City Council approved three subsequent contract amendments to add various services and to extend the term of the agreement . The Alhambra Police Department now request ed to add an additional 26 Aircards which w ould allow officers to utilize their MDCs outside of the patrol vehicle for an annual cost of $10,483.20 as well as a router for the Drone as First Responder Program that would require an annual fee of $492 . The pricing for T-Mobile was based off the NASPO ValuePoint Contract with the State of Utah for wireless data, voice and accessories which would be effective through August 11, 2029. Per Section 3.36.080(B)(3) of the Alhambra Municipal Code, the City as the option to purchase service through a cooperative agreement to obtain competitive pricing.
Discussion : None.
Action Taken : City Council approve d an amendment, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to the agreement between the City of Alhambra and T-Mobile (C2M22-60) for wireless mobile services for an amount not to exceed $42,975.20 annually; extend ed the agreement through August 11, 2029; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M26-5 ) Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: WANG, LEE, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
1 2 . NOTICE INVITING BIDS: FY 2024-25 SR-710 LATIP/SB1 STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT – F2M24-45, N2M26- 5
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The scope of proposed improvements for this project comprises pavement resurfacing on 9 streets, with 2 additional streets identified as bid alternates. Additional work include d the repair of damaged or off-grade sidewalks, curb and gutter replacement, driveway approach reconstruction, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility upgrades at the following locations: Charnwood Avenue from Hellman Avenue to northerly end; Ross Avenue from Hellman Avenue to Meridian Avenue; Orange Grove Avenue from Hellman Avenue to Midwick Drive; Orange Grove Avenue from Glenaven Avenue to Parkview Drive; Midwick Drive from Westmont Drive to Orange Grove Avenue; Alta Vista Drive from Midwick Drive to northerly end; Parkview Drive from Orange Grove Avenue to Alta Vista Drive; Parkview Drive from Glenaven Avenue to Orange Grove Avenue; Hellman Avenue from Ramona Road to Atlantic Boulevard; Grand View Drive from Alta Vista Drive to Valley Boulevard; Glen View Drive from Glenaven Avenue to Cabrillo Avenue. Plans and specifications were prepared for this project which were reviewed by staff and were in conformance with the City ’s standards.
Once approved, they would be posted and advertised with the bid notice and bid instructions.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council authorize d the distribution of a Notice Inviting Bids for the FY 2024-25 SR-710 LATIP/SB1 Street Rehabilitation Project, with bids due no later than 10:30 a.m. on February 12, 2026; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: WANG, LEE, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
1 3 . CONTRACT AMENDMENT: MOBILE DATA COMPUTERS – F2M25-6B, C2M25-31, M2M26- 6 On July 28, 2025, the City Council awarded a contract to Getac Technology Corporation in the amount of $120,744.72 for the purchase of 23 Getac S510 Mobile Data Computers (MDC) installed in patrol units. The California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program previously awarded grant funds to the Police Department to outfit two police vehicles with MDCs. In addition, the City reques ted three additional MDCs. Getac Technology Corporation submitted a quote of $26,416.40 for five Getac S510 MDCs (including mounting hardware and installation) under the State of Californ ia Sourcewell Cooperative Agreement Number 090122- GET . In accordance with Alhambra Municipal Code 3.36.080(B)(3), the City Council may approve purchases through or in conjunction with another public agency ’s purchase of the same supplies or equipment.
Discussion: Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER, Police Chief KENNEDY, and City Manager BINNQUIST discussed the contract amendment and the information provided on the mobile data computers.
Action Taken : City Council approve d an amendment, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to the contract between Getac Technology Corporation and the City of Alhambra (Contract No. C2M25-31) for $26,416.40 for a total contract amount not to exceed $147,161.12 for the purchase of additional mobile data computers, related equipment and installation; authorize d the Chief of Police to execute said amendment; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. (M2M26-6 )
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Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE, WANG, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
1 4 . APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT WITH LENCO INDUSTRIES, INC. FOR THE PURCHASE OF AN ARMORED VEHICLE – F2M26-6A, C2M26- 2 , M2M26-7
Currently, the Alhambra Police Department responds to various incidents by utilizing standard issued patrol vehicles. When an incident requires a vehicle offering enhanced protection, such as the routine execution of search warrants or other high-risk operations, the Department must rely on borrowing an Armored Rescue Vehicle (ARV) from neighboring cities including San Gabriel, Monterey Park, Baldwin Park, Arcadia, and Glendale. The ARV c ould also be used in response to critical incidents to enhance community and officer safety and improve scene containment and stabilization. Lenco Industries, Inc. provided a quote of $123, 690 for a used 2006 Lenco G2 Bearcat, which was refurbished in 2017. Staff recommended the purchase of a used ARV because a new ARV takes approximately 12-18 months to manufacture and can cost $320,000. Lenco is the sole source as other companies do not have the availability to a used ARV. Sole source purchase is allowable per Alhambra Municipal Code Section
3.36.080(B)(2).
Public Comment: Sawyer BROOKS, 118 E. McLean St., spoke in support of Alhambra Police Department but expressed concerns with the use of militarized equipment which reduce community trust and increase officer perceptions of threat in diverse urban communities. He urged Council to either decline the purchase or request staff return with a clearer report as to the potential uses of the vehicle. He also questioned the remaining life of an older vehicle and the remaining costs associated with it.
Discussion: Councilmember WANG and Police Chief KENNEDY discussed the contract for the purchase of an armored vehicle and the potential uses of the vehicle such as rescue for officers or citizens during high-risk situations, serving search warrants and de -escalation of potentially high-risk situations. Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER and Chief KENNEDY discussed school lockdowns and the potential use of armored vehicles. Councilmember LEE and Chief KENNEDY discussed the current practice of borrowing armored vehicles from other cities, the availability of used vehicles, and the availability of new vehicles. Ms. LEE discussed the appearance of the vehicle with Chief KENNEDY and City Manager BINNQUIST.
Councilmember MAZA supported the purchase of the vehicle and discussed the costs of armored vehicles. Mayor MALONEY spoke regarding the uses of armored vehicles for limited situations and supported the purchase. He went on to speak in support of the Alhambra Police Department practices to deescalate situations.
Action Taken : City Council award ed a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to Lenco Industries, Inc. for the purchase of an Armored Rescue Vehicle in an amount not to exceed $123,690; authorize d the Chief of Police to execute said agreement; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M26-7 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE, WANG, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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1 5 . APPROVE CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS – F2M25-56, M2M26-8 At the December 8, 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 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. The only updates that were made were to those external boards/commissions that require the Mayor and Vice Mayor be the member and/or alternate.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council vote d to approve the City Council appointments to various external boards/commissions as outlined in the January 12, 2026 report by the City Clerk ; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M26-8 ) Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: WANG, LEE, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
1 6 . CONTRACT AMENDMENT: PURCHASE OF MOTOROLA MOBILE RADIOS FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT – F2M23-6B, C2M23-92, M2M26- 9
On December 11, 2023, the City Council awarded a contract to Motorola Solutions in the amount of $424,379.42 for the purchase of 57 Motorola mobile radios. The California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program previously awarded grant funds to the Police Department to outfit two police vehicles with Motorola APX 6500 radios. Motorola provided a quote for the purchase of the radios in the amount of $15,952.331, including accessories to support the function of public safety operations.
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 Motorola Solutions, Inc. (Contract No. C2M223-92) for the purchase of two mobile radios for $15,952.31 for a total contract amount not to exceed $440,331.73; authorize d the Chief of Police to execute said agreement; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. (M2M26-9 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: WANG, LEE, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
1 7 . APPROVE CHANGE ORDER: MAIN STREET AND FOURTH STREET SEWER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT - PHASE 2 – F2M22-53, C2M25-25, M2M26-10 On June 23, 2025, the City Council awarded a contract to Ramona Inc. for the Main Street and Fourth Street Sewer Main Replacement Project - Phase 2 in an amount not to exceed $2,941,665.50. The Project was originally proposed to provide slurry seal pavement on Main Street from Fourth Street to Atlantic Boulevard. During the sewer construction, staff and the contractor identified that the sub-surface of the street was deteriorated which was not evident 12 1-12-26
during the design phase. The additional work would provide structural strength, ensure the roadway c ould withstand traffic loads, remove d the deteriorated top layer and any uneven patches from the sewer repairs. As part of this Change Order, damaged curb and gutter and traffic loops would also be replaced.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council approve d Change Order No. 1 for the Main Street and Fourth Street Sewer Main Replacement Project – Phase 2, increasing Contract No. C2M25- 25 with Ramona Inc. by $190,914.66 and bringing the total revised contract value to an amount not to exceed $3,132,580.16; appropriate d funds from the Measure R fund in the amount of $190,914.66 to complete the project; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M26-10 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: WANG, LEE, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
1 8 . A RESOLUTION FOR THE APPLICATION AND CERTIFICATION AGREEMENT FOR THE CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT (CLG) PRESERVATION PROGRAM – F2M26-21, R2M26-2
The Certified Local Government (CLG) program is a partnership between local governments, the State Office of Historic Preservation (OHP), and the National Park Service (NPS). Program benefits include access to technical assistance and potential grant funding opportunities to support the City ’s preservation efforts. The Historic Preservation Commission and City Council expressed an interest in the City of Alhambra becoming a Certified Local Government. With the adoption of the Historic Preservation Program last year, the City would now be eligible to apply for CLG status. As part of the application process, a City Council resolution was required to approve the application before submitting it to the State. The Resolution also authorize d the City Manager and the Director of Community Development, as an Authorized Deputy, to sign the Certification Agreement for the CLG Program and coordinate, process, and execute all contracts, agreements, amendments, and ancillary documents within the scope of the application for certification.
Public Comment: Lewis MCCAMMON, 105 N. Cordova St., spoke in support of the Resolution and further discussed the Certified Local Government Preservation Program.
Discussion: Councilmember LEE and Director of Community Development HO discussed the CLG program and the City ’s status.
Action Taken : City Council adopt ed Resolution No. R2M26-2 entitled: a Resolution of the City of Alhambra City Council approving the Application and Certification Agreement for the Certified Local Government Historic Preservation Program approving the application and authorizing the City Manager to sign the Certification Agreement for the Certified Local Government (CLG) Program.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE, WANG, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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19 . CONTRACT AMENDMENT FOR POLICE PATROL CAMERAS – F2M23-6B, C2M23-1, M2M26-11
The Police Department currently uses Axon Fleet 2, which provides interior and exterior cameras for the police fleet. Staff sought to outfit new fleet and replace the existing obsolete camera equipment with Axon Fleet 3 for enhanced capabilities including high-quality evidence.
Overall, the contract amendment w ould increase the number of fleet cameras under contract from 18 to 23 and extend the contract through January 2021. The cost for the additional cameras was $48,246.20, and the upgrade/extension was $20,512.90.
Discussion: Councilmember LEE and Police Chief KENNEDY discussed the capabilities of the police patrol cameras and policies regarding the release of footage to the public.
Action Taken : City Council authorize d an amendment to the contract with Axon Enterprises, Inc. to increase and upgrade police patrol cameras to Axon Fleet 3 in the amount of $249,759.10 and extend the contract through January 2031 for a total amount not to exceed $1,677,593.43, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney; direct ed the Finance Director to appropriate additional funds to enable the contract; authorize d the Chief of Police to execute said amendment; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M26-11 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE, WANG, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
2 0 . MINUTES
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council review ed and approve d as submitted the Minutes of th e October 13, 2025 regular meeting of the City Council and the December 8, 2025 adjourned regular meeting of the City Council.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: WANG, LEE, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
2 1 . PERSONNEL ACTIONS – F2M2 6 -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 12, 2026 showing the various appointments, classifications, salary changes, etc., since the last City Council meeting.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: WANG, LEE, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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2 2 . DEMANDS - F2M2 6 -1
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council approve d as submitted Final Check List (520thru 693 and 263287 thru 263294 ) in the amount of $ 64,626.92 for the period ending December 1, 2025 ; Final Check List (263295 thru 263450 ) in the amount of $ 959,527.08 for the period ending December 4 , 2025 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $1,426,939.00 for the weeks ending November 21, 2025 and November 28, 2025 ; Final Check List (263451 thru 263613 ) in the amount of $ 1,248,357.45 for the period ending December 11, 2025 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $ 716,345.33 for the week ending December 5 , 2025 ; and, Final Check List (263614 thru 263808 ) in the amount of $1,888,633.02 for the period ending December 18 , 2025 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $ 972,286.01 for the week ending December 12 , 2025 .
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: WANG, LEE, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
2 3 . ADOPTION OF AN URGENCY ORDINANCE AND INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING
OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ALHAMBRA MUNICIPAL CODE BY MODIFYING TITLE 19 THEREOF AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, 2025 CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE, WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS THERETO – F2M25-60, O2M26-4854, O2M26-4855 , N2M26-1
Every three years, the State of California updates the California Code of Regulations, Title 24.
The 2025 California Fire Code and the 2025 Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Code became effective statewide on January 1, 2026. Local jurisdictions are required to adopt these codes and may amend them where necessary due to local climatic, geological, or topographic conditions. The Fire Department reviewed the 2025 California Fire Code and recommends the adoption of the code along with the previously approved amendments outlined in the January 12, 2026 staff report by the Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Marshall. Only the section numbers were updated to align with the new code arrangement. California Codes can be viewed at https://www.dqs.ca.qov/BSC/Codes . The findings required by the Health and Safety Code §18941.5 accompany the proposed ordinances as Exhibit A. These updates are necessary to maintain consistent and enforceable fire-safety standards within the City.
Discussion: Non e.
Action Taken : City Council , by one motion, took the following actions:
1. Declare d introduced for its first reading the following urgency ordinance entitled:
Ordinance No. O2M2 6 -485 4 : An Urgency Ordinance of the Alhambra City Council amending the Alhambra Municipal Code by modifying Title 19 thereof and adopting by reference the 2025 California Fire Code, 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code with certain amendments, additions and deletions thereto
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and adopt ed same by a 4/5 vote of the City Council, after which such ordinance shall go into effect immediately; and,
2. D eclare d introduced for its first reading the following ordinance entitled:
Ordinance No. O2M2 6 -4855 : An Ordinance of the Alhambra City Council amending the Alhambra Municipal Code by modifying Title 19 thereof and adopting by reference the 2025 California Fire Code, 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code with certain amendments, additions and deletions thereto
which ordinance w ould return for a second reading and adoption at a public hearing at the January 26, 2026 Council meeting.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: WANG, LEE, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS CONTINUED – F2M26-4 1) Brian OTIS, 320 N. Monterey St., discussed the passing of Officer Sanders in the line of duty as well as Officer Stringer who also lost his life in the line of duty. 2) Thomas FERGUSON, 106 S. Chapel Ave., distributed a handout to Council and discussed the project at 110 S. Chapel Ave where he expressed several concerns regarding his treatment by the Planning Commission, Design Review Board, and Alhambra Code Enforcement Division. He also expressed concerns with the project and the displacement of current renters at the property.
Councilmember LEE continued to briefly discuss the project with Mr. Ferguson. Mayor MALONEY directed staff to speak with Mr. Ferguson.
3) Marlene BRONSON, 26 La Paloma Ave., referred to Item 5 and discussed the Mills Act process and historic preservation program. She went on to discuss the decline of Alhambra ’s roads on the east side and questioned the use of public works funds. She also discussed Item 14. She further discussed her mother ’s issues with the utility department and suggested a review of the Utilities billing department. 4) Lewis McCAMMON, 105 N. Cordova St., distributed handouts to Council and discussed the project at 110 S. Chapel Ave. He expressed concern with the low income residents and the demolition of the current buildings.
5) Jennifer NG, S. Cordova St., discussed the data center project in Monterey Park and requested that Council consider reviewing policy regarding the construction of data centers in the City. She also discussed the breach of Flock Safety camera footage.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (ANNOUNCEMENTS & FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS) – F2M2 6 -7 Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER referred to Mr. Otis ’s comments and discussed the memorial for Officer Sanders. Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER requested Council support for an ordinance to enforce AB382 which would reduce the speed limit around schools. Council supported discussion of the ordinance.
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Councilmember LEE referred to comments regarding the project at 110 S. Chapel Ave. and requested Director of Community Development Ho deliver a report to Council regarding the zoning of the project at the next meeting. Mayor MALONEY discussed Council ’s review of the Housing and Zoning Code updates as well as changes to State law. He stated that he did not support discussion of the specific project, but did support a general discussion of zoning laws. Ms. LEE clarified her request and discussed it with City Attorney MONTES. Ms. LEE requested Council support an agendized discussion of building heights with regards to the zoning code in areas with single family structures. Mr. MALONEY and Councilmember MAZA opposed the agendized discussion and suggested that she discuss her specific questions with staff first. Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER stated that she did not want to violate the Brown Act with further discussion at this meeting. Councilmember WANG stated that she was not comfortable discussing the project after it had already been reviewed by the Planning Commission and also suggested that Ms. Lee discuss her specifics with staff. Ms. LEE stated that she would meet with both residents and staff regarding a single family building next to a 5 -story structure. She stated that she would report back to Council.
Councilmember MAZA wished the public a happy new year and discussed the City ’s participation at the annual Rose Parade.
Mayor MALONEY echoed Mr. Maza ’s comments regarding the City ’s float in the annual Rose Parade.
Mr. MALONEY also commented on the award the City won for the float and commended all the work put into the float. He went on to announce upcoming events in the City such as the Lunar New Year event, the City alerts program, and the GoAlhambra app. Mr. MALONEY went on to report on the memorial services for Officer Sanders and stated that the meeting would close in his honor.
ADJOURNMENT : At 8:26 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 honor and memory of Officer Alex Sanders , to the next regular meeting of the Alhambra City Council scheduled for Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
LAUREN MYLES, CMC
CITY CLERK
by
BRIANNA LAMB MCCARTHY
ASSISTANT CITY CLERK