Regular City Council Meeting Minutes — March 23 , 2026 Page 1 of 10
MINUTES
Regular Meeting
ALHAMBRA CITY COUNCIL
March 23 , 2026
6 :0 0 p.m.
ROLL CALL : At 6: 08 p.m., on Monday, March 23 , 2026, 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, Assistant City Clerk Lamb McCarthy , Director of Parks and Recreation Macias, Director of Finance Lieu, Director of Community Development Ho, Director of Public Works and Utilities Ahlen, Chief of Fire Department Ragusa, Chief of Police Kennedy, Assistant Police Chief Seki, Lieutenant Castillo, Director of Library Services LohGuan, Director of Human Resources Ko, Management Analyst – Sustainability Martel, Management Analyst Alvarez FLAG SALUTE : Led by Mayor Maloney
CEREMONIAL
1. PROCLAMATION: RED CROSS MONTH – F2M2 6 -3
Mayor M aloney and the City Council proclaim ed March, 2026 as RED CROSS MONTH in Alhambra and acknowledged the Red Cross for their support in the community Mayor Ma loney present ed the Red Cross Month proclamation to Maggie MAO with the Community Engagement & Partnership, Disaster Cycle Services division of the San Gabriel and Pomona Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross. Mr.. Ms. MAO thanked the City for their partnership in helping to promote fire safety awareness in the community.
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS - F2M26-4
1) “Alhambra Citizens ”, as a retired Police Sergeant, spoke against the lack of closed captioning services within Council Chambers and addressed fraud and waste in the Annual Action Plan and Los Angeles Housing services.
2) Chris Vasquez , 1645 S. Primrose Ave., spoke against parking citations he received despite possessing an annual parking permit.
3) Gary, 800 N. Monterey St., spoke regarding privacy and civil rights concerns Flock cameras in Alhambra , as it relates to federal immigration enforcement and requested the City to cancel their contract with Flock Safety in support of SB34 which prohibits local police from sharing license plate data with out of state agencies such as the Federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
4) Shirley TATSUNO, 1408 S. Fifth St., spoke against the noise from the annual Lunar New Year event on Main Street, recall ing the noise interference when the event was held on Valley Blvd., and addressed loud music and noise from Pepe ’s restaurant and F45 Training Gym at 428 W. Main St.
Regular City Council Meeting Minutes — March 23 , 2026 Page 2 of 10
PRESENTATION S
2 . ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. R2M26-7 ENTITLED A RESOLUTION OF THE ALHAMBRA
CITY COUNCIL REGARDING CITY RESPONSE TO FEDERAL CIVIL IMMIGRATION ACTIVITIES – F2M26-7, R2M26-7
Mayor MALONEY and Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER, as the members of Council ’s subcommittee, reported on their meetings with the community and other local agencies, made comments regarding the negative effects of federal immigration enforcement actions on the community, and discussed Council ’s support of the Resolution to address changing immigration policies and action .
Councilmember WANG asked for clarification regarding signage. Mr. MALONEY spoke regarding the provisions for “ICE Free Zones, ” and directed staff to review signage used by other cities to delineate said zones. Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER also spoke regarding the use of signage. Ms. WANG and City Manager BINNQUIST discussed the types of signs for various locations. Councilmember LEE asked for clarification regarding the use of signs and the legal ramifications of the signs. Mr. MALONEY further discussed the intention of the signs to be used on private property as a statement denying permission to ICE to enter their property. Mr. MALONEY went on to discuss the development of the Resolution and changes made at the suggestion of the community.
Public Comment: Mayor Maloney opened public communications , the following spoke:
1) Melissa Michelson
2) Lewis McCammon
3) Victor
4) Alex Maltuh
5) Rachel B.
6) Shirley Tatsuno
7) Anthony Pham
8) Jamie Carter
9) Jeffrey Gomez
10) Sawyer Brooks (Zoom )
11) Robert Lopez (emailed comment)
Discussion : Vice Mayor Andrade-Stadler expressed gratitude to the community and City Council for their support, affirming her endorsement of activism and the Resolution.
Councilmember Wang and City Attorney Montes discussed issues related to schools and hospitals as private property, as well as ICE-Free Zones. Maza requested an amendment advocating for comprehensive federal immigration reform and shared his family ’s history with reform efforts in the 1980s. Montes clarified the proposed amendment by adding Item 11, calling for federal immigration reform, which was supported by Andrade-Stadler and Maloney.
Councilmember Lee, who also supported federal reform, highlighted the limitations of local laws, recent incidents of injury, and supported provisions for masked enforcement agents.
Mayor Maloney echoed the importance of public input, discussed recent events both locally and nationally, and expressed support for the Resolution. He also requested a minor typographical correction to a quote from a Senate Bill.
After discussion, Montes proposed language for Item 11: "The City Council urges federal and state officials to enact comprehensive immigration reform that provides a clear path to legal residency and citizenship," which was approved. Andrade-Stadler addressed public comments concerning immigration enforcement in schools and clarified the procedures involved.
Action Taken : City Council adopted Resolution No. R2M26-7 entitled: A Resolution of the Alhambra City Council Regarding City Response to Federal Civil Immigration Activities , with an amendment
Regular City Council Meeting Minutes — March 23 , 2026 Page 3 of 10 Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: LEE, MAZA , ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
RECESS & RECONVENE: Mayor Maloney called for a brief recess at 7:43 p.m. and reconvened with all members present at 7:50 p.m.
3 . ANNUAL BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS APPOINTMENTS – F2M26-29 Assistant City Clerk Lamb McCarthy presented a staff report noting that all Board and Commission terms expire on March 23, 2026. The City Council should appoint or reappoint their representative , e xcept for the Youth Commission, each seat can serve up to eight consecutive one-year terms. Appointments will run from March 23, 2026, to March 22 , 2027.
Public Comment : Lewis MCCAMMON, 105 N. Cordova St., discussed the end of term for Eric Garcia on the Planning Commission and thanked him for his service.
Discussion : Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER requested to remove Ken Tang from the Human Relations Commission and to appoint Kristin Keenan, to appoint Henry Aviles to the Transportation Commission replacing Monica Calderon. This would leave a vacancy on the Parks and Recreation Commission. Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER noted that she was uncertain about Katie Chan on Environmental Sustainability due to work scheduling, and uncertain about her Youth Commission appointees due to school scheduling.
Councilmember LEE requested to reappoint all incumbent Board and Commission members. Councilmember MAZA made no changes. Councilmember WANG requested to remove Joyce Amaro from the Historic Preservation Commission upon her request.
She made no other changes.
Ms. WANG requested the Civic Service Application to become a Board or Commission member be updated to include a section to make a personal statement. City Attorney MONTES stated that staff would change the application. Ms. LEE requested additional information regarding the responsibilities for each Board and Commission and Mr.
MALONEY provided clarification regarding Council ’s last review and update to the ordinances pertaining to Boards and Commissions. Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER requested a copy of the ordinances pertaining to Boards and Commissions be sent to Council for review. Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER suggested that until the Human Relations Commission attains a full roster of appointments, that Council continue the subcommittee to review federal immigration enforcement actions.
Action Taken : The Mayor and each Councilperson announced his/her new appointments to the Arts & Cultural Events C ommission, Civil Service Commission/Board of Appeals, Design Review Board, Environmental Sustainability Commission , HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee, Historic Preservation Commission, Human Relations Commission, Board of Library Trustees, Parks & Recreation Commission, Planning Commission, Transportation Commission, and Youth Commission with each appointment to be effective for a period co mmencing March 23, 2026 and ending March 22, 2027. Other than announcing names of new appointees, no action was required.
Regular City Council Meeting Minutes — March 23 , 2026 Page 4 of 10 4 . D R A F T C O M P R E H E N S IV E E N V IR O N M E N T A L S U S T A IN A B IL IT Y P L A N A N D P U B L IC R E V IE W P E R IO D – F2M22-64
Mayor MALONEY briefly discussed the background of the item , n oted that it was made possible due to the City receiving a grant of federal funds at the behest of Congressmember Judy Chu, and expressed appreciation. Sustainability Analyst MARTEL delivered a staff report, Amanda MURRAY from E nvironmental S cience A ssociates (ESA) and Paul PENINGER from BAE Urban Economics delivered a PowerPoint presentation which is on file in the City Clerk ’s office. At the direction of the City Council, City staff and consultants from ESA have developed a Draft Comprehensive Environmental Sustainability Plan (the Draft Plan) to provide a long-term framework that will help improve environmental and sustainability issues within Alhambra. The Draft Plan st rove to balance the needs of today's generation with future generations while ensuring a balance for economic prosperity, environmental care, and social wellbeing. This presentation provide d an overview of the Draft Plan, a summary of outreach highlights to date, and a community engagement strategy for the public comment period. Staff requested comments on next steps for the completion of the document, including releasing the Draft Plan for a public comment period to inform the final version of the Plan.
Public Comment :
1) Sawyer BROOKS, via Zoom, expressed support for the Plan and requested clarification regarding the development of the Streetlight Masterplan. 2) Jeffrey GOMEZ, 115 Meridian, supported the draft Plan as a member of the Environmental Sustainability Commission and discussed the Commission ’s excitement to begin reviewing the Plan.
Discussion : Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER discussed the involvement of the Environmental Sustainability Commission and public outreach with Ms. MURRAY. They also discussed ESA ’s work with Los Angeles County Heat Action Plan. Ms. ANDRADE- STADLER discussed the use of solar panels, requested more information from Los Angeles County for low-income grant assistance, and highlighted the need for continued outreach in multiple languages. Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER and Ms. MARTEL discussed continued Pop-Up events, such as the Certified Farmer ’s Market and the upcoming Peeps and Pedals event. They also discussed resident ’s involvement with Clean Power Alliance and grant possibilities for low-income residents. Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER encouraged staff to reach out to environmental students at Alhambra High School for input or involvement.
Councilmember WANG referred to Mr. Brook ’s comments regarding the Streetlight Master Plan, further coordination with the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, discussed the importance of family engagement, and continued to discuss ongoing community engagement and input with Ms. MURRAY. Ms. WANG also discussed the town hall events and providing information to the public regarding the progress of the Plan. She questioned if Council would prefer to combine the five upcoming town hall meetings into one in order to more efficiently proceed with the Plan ’s development. Councilmember MAZA also discussed streetlights and the use of solar powered street lights .
Councilmember LEE discussed rising food prices and the use of the Alhambra Community Garden. She proposed staff find a location for a second community garden to assist renters who may not have room for a home garden and stressed the need to address food insecurity. Ms. MARTEL provided clarification regarding public input and existing programs with the library. Ms. LEE requested Council consider a mini-grant program to assist the City promote the Sustainability Plan programs.
Regular City Council Meeting Minutes — March 23 , 2026 Page 5 of 10 Mayor MALONEY spoke in support of the Plan , the City ’s background with sustainability programs such as Clean Power Alliance, and the importance of renewable energy sources. He went on to discuss the evolution of the Plan and requested continued community engagement and regular quarterly updates to the Environmental Sustainability Plan. He agreed with Ms. Wang ’s suggestion to merge the five meetings into one large in person and one Zoom meeting. He also suggested continued outreach on the City ’s social media.
Action Taken : City Council receive d an overview of the Draft Comprehensive Environmental Sustainability Plan ; and , direct ed staff to release the Draft Plan for a period of public review and provided comments to Staff.
5 . RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A CITY-WIDE COMMEMORATIVE HISTORIC PLAQUE PROGRAM – F2M26- 30 , R2M26-6
The Director of Community Development presented a staff report reviewing the development of the City ’s Comprehensive Historic Preservation Program, it was planned to include a Voluntary Commemorative Historic Plaque Program to recognize historic resources. Staff and the consultant, Historic Resources Group (HRG), researched other programs and presented findings to the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC).
Public Comment:
1) Lewis McCAMMON , 105 N. Cordova St., suggested additional informational historic plaques throughout the City .
2) Brian OTIS requested additional educational plaques and historic plaques noting former residences of famous people in Alhambra.
Discussion : Councilmember LEE supported the program and discussed the cost of the program to the owner with Mr. HO. They continued to discuss the implementation of the program, similar programs in other cities, and the value to the homeowner in participating in the program. Councilmember MAZA supported the program and discussed the wording as developed by the Historic Resource Survey with Mr. HO.
Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER and Mr. HO discussed the eligible homes who could purchase the plaque at the expense of the homeowner. Mayor MALONEY supported the program and referred to comments regarding additional historic plaques in the City . Mr.
HO provided clarification. They also discussed people putting up their own plaques.
Action Taken : City Council adopt ed Resolution No. R2M26-6 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Alhambra, California, establishing a City-Wide Commemorative Historic Plaque Program
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, LEE, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
CONSENT AGENDA (Item Nos . 6 – 20 ):
All items listed under the Consent Agenda , with the exception of Item No. 8 and 20, were considered by the City Council to be routine and were enacted by one motion . 6 . AUTHORIZE RFP: PURCHASE OF CARBON MEDIA FOR THE GROUND WATER TREATMENT PLANT – F2M26-6B, RFP2M26-3
Regular City Council Meeting Minutes — March 23 , 2026 Page 6 of 10 Action Taken : City Council authorize d the distribution of a Request for Proposals for the purchase of Carbon Media for the Ground Water Treatment Plant with proposals due no later than 11:00 a.m. on April 23, 2026 ; and , direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the City Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: WANG, LEE, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
7 . AWARD OF CONTRACT : PURCHASE OF ONE NEW CNG VACTOR IMPACT COMBO SEWER CLEANER – F2M26-6A, C2M26- 18 , M2M26-48
Action Taken : City Council award ed a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to Haaker Equipment for the purchase of one Vactor Impact Combo Sewer Cleaner in the amount of $596,829.29; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council ’s action. ( M2M26-48 ) Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, LEE, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
8 . ACCEPTANCE OF CLEAN POWER ALLIANCE INNOVATION FUND GRANT AWARD FOR PILOT DIRECT-TO-RENTER PROGRAM – F2M26-18, M2M26-49 Public Comment:
1) Shirley TATSUNO, 1408 S. Fifth St., discussed the rising cost of air conditioning during increased heatwaves and requested more information for renters and landlords. She also related an anecdote where she assisted a woman suffering from the heat. 2) Lewis McCAMMON , 105 N. Cordova St., spoke in support of the program.
Discussion : Mayor MALONEY spoke to the benefits of the City ’s partnership with CPA.
He requested that staff continue to report on the development of this and other programs.
Action Taken : City Council accept ed a grant awarded in the amount of $168,450 from the Clean Power Alliance Innovation Fund Program; authorize d the City Manager, or designee, to execute the Innovation Fund Participation Agreement and all documents related to program implementation; and , direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council ’s action. ( M2M26-49 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: WANG
Ayes: LEE, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
9 . NOTICE OF COMPLETION: WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT ON CONCORD AVENUE AND MIDVALE PLACE – F2M24-68, C2M25-8, M2M26-50 Action Taken : City Council accept ed the work of Stephen Doreck Equipment Rentals Inc., for the Water Main Replacement Project on Concord Avenue and Midvale Place as complete in the amount of $1,507,247.26 ; direct ed the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County of Los Angeles for recordation; instruct ed the Finance Regular City Council Meeting Minutes — March 23 , 2026 Page 7 of 10 Director to release the five percent retention 35 days from the date of recordation if no liens are filed; and , direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M26-50 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, LEE, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
10 . APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH TOTAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, INC. FOR A TEMPORARY COOLING UNIT – F2M25-6B, C2M25-9, M2M26-51
Action Taken : City Council approve d a contract amendment, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, with Total Environmental Management, Inc. to continue to provide a temporary cooling unit at Alhambra Police Department for twelve months at a cost not to exceed $12,300 per month, or $147,600; and , direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council ’s action. (M2M26-51 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, LEE, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
1 1 . APPROVAL OF PARCEL MAP NO. 84735 (TPM-25-01) AT 2001 & 2013 WEST VALLEY BOULEVARD – F2M2 6 -11, M2M26-52
Action Taken : City Council adopt ed Minute Order No. M2M26-52 as follows:
RESOLVED by the Alhambra City Council as follows:
SECTION ONE: Based upon the recommendation of the Director of Community Development in his report dated March 23, 2026, this Council hereby finds and determines that the herein below described project will not violate any of the provisions of Sections 66473, 66474.1 and 66474.6 of the Subdivision Map Act of the State of California relating to findings for approval.
SECTION TWO: This Council hereby approves Parcel Map No. 84735 to lift a recorded lot combination covenant, and reconfigure the property, resulting in a merger of two (2) of the three (3) lots and a single standalone lot, located at 2001 and 2013 West Valley Boulevard, and authorizes the City Clerk to endorse on the face of the map the certificate which embodies the approval of said map.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, LEE, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
1 2 . AWARD OF CONTRACT : PURCHASE OF TWO TORO RIDING MOWERS – F2M26-6A , C2M26-19, M2M26-53
Action Taken : City Council award ed a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to Turf Star Western Toro in the amount not to exceed $206,793.48 for the purchase of one Toro Groundmaster 4500 mower and one Toro Reelmaster 5510 mower; direct ed the Finance Director to appropriate in the amount Regular City Council Meeting Minutes — March 23 , 2026 Page 8 of 10 of $206,793.48 ; and , direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the City Council's action. ( M2M26-53 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, LEE, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
1 3 . REPORT REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENT TIME LIMITS – F2M24-7 Action Taken : City Council receive d and file d th e informational report.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, LEE, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
1 4 . CONTRACT AMENDMENT: TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND STREET LIGHTING SERVICES – F2M25-31, C2M25-41, M2M2 6- 54
Action Taken : City Council approve d an amendment to the Agreement with YUNEX LLC for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 for an additional $120,000.00, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney; direct ed the Finance Director to appropriate $40,000.00 from the Public Works Maintenance Improvement District Fund balance and allocate the funds into account number 241.70.76310.00000.622100; and , direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M26-54 ) Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, LEE, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
1 5 . AWARD CONTRACT: FY 2024-25 SR-710 LATIP/SB1 STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT – F2M24-45, N2M26-5 , C2M26-20 , M2M26-55
Action Taken : City Council award ed a contract , subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to Calmex Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $1,835,519.00 for the FY 20 24-25 SR710 LATIP SB1 Street Rehabilitation Project; appropriate d funds, revenue and expenditure, in the amount of $221,000.00 from the restricted LATIP funds to complete the project; and , direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M26-55 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, LEE, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
16. CONTRACT AMENDMENT: PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN REVIEW CONSULTING SERVICES – F2M23-39, C2M23-53, M2M2 6-56
Action Taken : City Council a pprove d Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. C2M23- 53 with Ladayu Consulting Group, which serves as a City Landscape Architect providing professional on-call landscape design review consulting services to increase the contract amount by $75,000, for a total not to exceed amount of $149,740, and extend ed the Regular City Council Meeting Minutes — March 23 , 2026 Page 9 of 10 contract term by one year through June 27, 2029, subject to final language approval by the City Attorney and the City Manager; and , direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council ’s action. ( M2M26-56 ) Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, LEE, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
17. TREASURER ’S REPORT – F2M26 -1
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 February 2026, listing all of the City' s investments as of February 28 , 2026 .
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, LEE, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
1 8 . PERSONNEL ACTIONS – F2M26-2
Action Taken : City Council rati fied the actions of the City Manager set forth in that certain Personnel Actions document dated March 23 , 2026 showing the various appointments, classifications, salary changes, etc., since the last City Council meeting.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, LEE, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
1 9 . DEMANDS – F2M26-1
Action Taken : City Council approve d as submitted Final Check List (1049 thru 1225 and 265138 and 265145) in the amount of $65,446.92 for the period ending March 2, 2026; City Council approve d as submitted Final Check List (265146 thru 265283 and 1226 thru 1226) in the amount of $ 956,771.46 and EFT ’s in the amount of $ 206,073.16 for the period ending March 5 , 2026 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $ 1,409,091.66 for the week ending February 27 , 2026 ; and, Final Check List (265284 thru 265475 ) in the amount of $ 1,190,121.17 for the period ending March 12 , 2026 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $729,175.74 for the week ending March 6, 2026 .
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, LEE, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
20 . CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AN UPDATED AB 481 POLICY AN D APPROVAL OF ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT REPORT – F2M22-41, O2M26-4858, M2M26- 47
Public Comment: Lewis McCAMMON , 105 N. Cordova St., noted that staff had not received any complaints or concerns and went on to discuss the use of drones by the Police department.
Regular City Council Meeting Minutes — March 23 , 2026 Page 10 of 10 Discussion: Councilmember WANG thanked staff for their report. Mayor MALONEY spoke to the importance of transparency with regards to Police equipment.
Action Taken : C ity Council, by one motion, took the following actions:
1. Declare d introduced for its first reading the following ordinance entitled:
Ordinance No. O2M26-4858 : An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Alhambra implementing AB 481 by approving an updated policy for the use of military equipment by the Alhambra Police Department
which ordinance w ould return for a second reading and adoption at the next regular Council meeting ; and,
2. Approve d the Alhambra Police Department ’s Annual Military Equipment Report set forth in the Chief of Police ’s March 23 , 202 6 report per the requirements under Assembly Bill 481. ( M2M2 6- 47 )
Vote: Moved: LEE Seconded: WANG
Ayes: MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER, WANG, LEE, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (ANNOUNCEMENTS & FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS) – F2M2 6 -7 Councilmember WANG acknowledged Mr. McCammon ’s public comment regarding outgoing commissioner Eric Garcia and discussed the upcoming meeting where Council will recognize all outgoing commissioners with City Manager BINNQUIST.
Councilmember LEE discussed the upcoming Fire Department graduation ceremony.
Mayor MALONEY reported on upcoming events in the City such as the Peeps and Pedals event, the Anti-Littering campaign, and the Alhambra Recycles event.
ADJOURNMENT : At 9:36 p.m. there being no further business for the Council to transact, the Mayor , with the consent of the City Council, adjourned to the next regular meeting of the Alhambra City Council scheduled for Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
BRIANNA LAMB MCCARTHY
ASSISTANT CITY CLERK