September 28, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Page 1 of 12
MINUTES
Regular Meeting
ALHAMBRA CITY COUNCIL
Council Chambers, 111 South First Street
September 28, 2026
6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL: At 6:09 p.m., on Monday, September 28, 2026, the Alhambra City Council met in the Council Chambers of Alhambra City Hall.
PRESENT: LEE, MALONEY, WANG, ANDRADE-STADLER
ABSENT: MAZA
Officials Present: City Manager Binnquist, Assistant City Manager Garcia, Deputy City Manager Hembree, City Attorney Montes, City Clerk Roman, Director of Parks and Recreation Macias, Director of Finance Lieu, Director of Community Development Ho, Economic Development Specialist MacCarley, Director of Public Works and Utilities Ahlen, Chief of Fire Department Ragusa, Battalion Chief Lawrence, Chief of Police Kennedy, Director of Library Services LohGuan, Director of Human Resources Ko, Management Analyst Alvarez, Grants Specialist Taber
FLAG SALUTE: Led by Mayor Andrade-Stadler
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS (TIME LIMITATIONS: 3 MINUTES PER SPEAKER, 30 MINUTES TOTAL) F2M26-4
1) Mary Hosokawa discussed the need for the City to bring in new businesses such as a Trader Joe’s market.
2) Shirley Tatsuno invited the City Council and the public to attend the Candidate Forum hosted by the Pasadena League of Women Voters on October 1, 2026 at Alhambra Civic Center Library in the Ruth Reese Hall.
Public Comment received via email: Risha Arteaga wrote regarding her concerns with traffic surrounding Fremont Elementary and its proximity to the 10-freeway offramp.
CEREMONIAL
1. COMMENDATIONS: 2026 BEST OF DOWNTOWN AWARD WINNERS – F2M26-3 Mayor Andrade-Stadler and the Alhambra City Council, on behalf of the citizens of Alhambra, wished to recognize and congratulate the Alhambra businesses that were recipients of the 2026 Best of Downtown Awards 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 of Alhambra was pleased to recognize all of the 2026 Best of Downtown award winners for their contributions to our community. Mayor Andrade-Stadler presented commendations to all the award winners.
CATEGORY AWARDEE
September 28, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Page 2 of 12 Best Entertainment Venue Regal Edwards Alhambra
Best Local Attraction & Entertainment Renaissance
Best Kids' Activities Kawaii Klaws
Best Place for Music Makers Fried Music LLC
Best Place to Dance The Granada LA
Best Place to Watch the Game 38 Degrees Ale House & Grill Best Bakery Bakesic Coffee & Bakery
Best Bakery Patisserie too
Best Brunch Popping Yolk Cafe
Best Coffee Shop Uncle Fung Coffee Stall
Best Dessert Coconut & Co.
Best Dumplings Auntie Qiu Kitchen Corporation
Best Fast Casual/Takeout Coconut & Co.
Best Ice Cream/Frozen Treat Shop
Vita Cane Alhambra Best Place to Take a Date
Best Restaurant where you cook your
own food
Road to Seoul
Best Sushi Mikomi Sushi
Best Fitness Studio & Gym Crossfit DTA
Best Health & Beauty Retailer Sephora
Best Health & Wellness Business
reLASH
Best Spa (nails, etc.)
Downtown Alhambra Business of the
Year
Best Vision & Eye Care Eye Society Optometry
Best Bar/Lounge Ohana Brewing Company
Best Happy Hour Dog Haus Biergarten
Best Banking Experience Bank of America Financial
Center
Best Professional Services Business ELIS Tours & Travel Best Apparel Store Main Street Attraction
Best Collectible Shop Indietoy
Best Collectible Shop Ebisu Life Store
Best Discount Retailer Five Below Inc. (#1324)
Best Place to Buy a Gift Happy Humble Hub
September 28, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Page 3 of 12 Top Local Grocer & Market Sprouts Farmers Market
PUBLIC HEARING
2. AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS UNDER THE
EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT (JAG) AND PUBLIC HEARING – F2M5-41, N2M26-117, M2M26-147
Chief of Police KENNEDY delivered a staff report. The City of Alhambra is eligible for $13,276.00 in funds under a federal grant program known as the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG). The formula used to determine this amount was based upon a minimum base allocation, population, and major crime statistics.
The 2026 JAG funds would be used to acquire software, personal protective equipment for sworn personnel, and specialized tools that support officer safety and critical incident response. The grant guidelines required the City conduct a public hearing to receive community input concerning the use of funds, and approval of the application and pertinent requirements. Once the City Council designates the Police Chief as the JAG Grant Administrator, the Police Chief or his Designee would be responsible for the expenditure of funds, monitoring the award, and submitting the required reports.
Open Public Hearing: Mayor Andrade-Stadler opened the public hearing.
Public Comment: Lewis McCammon spoke in favor of the item.
Close Public Hearing: After receiving public comment, Mayor Andrade-Stadler closed the public hearing.
Discussion: Councilmember LEE discussed the amount of the grant and the need for additional grant funding. City Manager BINNQUIST and Chief KENNEDY provided clarification as to the City’s grant process and research into new grants.
Action Taken: City Council authorized staff to apply for grant funds to acquire software, personal protective equipment for sworn personnel, and specialized tools that support officer safety and critical incident response under the United States Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG); conducted a public hearing regarding use of the funds as required by the grant; appropriated expenditure and revenue funds in the amount of $13,276.00 in Fiscal Year 2026-27; designated the Chief of Police or Designee as the JAG Grant Administrator; and directed staff undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council’s actions. (M2M26- 147)
Vote: Moved: MAZA Seconded: WANG
Ayes: LEE, MALONEY, WANG, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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PRESENTATION
3. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE HELLMAN AVENUE NEIGHBORHOOD PREFERRED PARKING DISTRICT- F2M26-7, F2M26-44
Management Analyst ALVAREZ delivered the presentation. On May 11, 2026, during public comment, numerous residents expressed concern about spillover parking associated with the nearby Courtyard by Marriott. During Council Communications, Councilmember Wang requested an item to discuss parking concerns and a Preferred Parking District (PPD) at the next City Council meeting.
On June 22, 2026, Council directed staff to undertake community outreach in order to determine potential PPD boundaries and applicable days/times.
On August 5, 2026, a community survey was distributed to residents on West Hellman Avenue, South Curtis Avenue, South Olive Avenue, and Hathaway Avenue. The survey requested feedback on potential PPD boundaries, as well as preferred days and times for parking enforcement. The survey was distributed to 93 households, of which 20 responded, representing approximately 22% of the total households within the proposed PPD. Of the 20 respondents, 15 were in favor of establishing a PPD, detailed in Attachment 1. Of those 15 respondents, 43% were in favor of establishing a two-hour parking accommodation for guests and service providers.
Public Comment:
1) Caleb Kwok spoke against the PPD and expressed concerns regarding the broad parking restrictions.
2) Lewis McCammon discussed the item and supported staff’s efforts to address the concerns of residents.
3) Bruce Mok spoke in support of the PPD and thanked the City for quickly addressing residents’ concerns. He suggested staff work with the City of Monterey Park regarding their street sweeping restrictions.
Discussion: Councilmember WANG supported the Resolution and requested staff continue to monitor the situation. Ms. WANG and City Manager BINNQUIST discussed the PPD and the restrictions. Ms. BINNQUIST clarified that staff would review the Alhambra Municipal code sections pertaining to PPD and would be making changes for additional guest passes. Ms. BINNQUIST also provided further clarification as to the process to implement the PPD and the public notification. Ms. WANG reported that in addition to staff outreach, she also canvassed the area to provide more information to residents. She requested that as the city moves into the implementation phase, that the City allow for a 2-week grace period to provide additional warnings and information to residents. She also requested additional outreach on site in the PPD with staff present at a hyper-local pop-up event.
Councilmember MALONEY supported the Resolution and Ms. Wang’s suggestion for additional outreach. Councilmember LEE supported Ms. Wang’s suggestion for additional outreach and continued to discuss language barriers in the community. Ms. LEE further suggested Ms. Wang meet with Ms. Binnquist to continue to discuss the public outreach efforts. Vice Mayor MAZA supported Ms. Wang’s suggestions. Mayor ANDRADE- September 28, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Page 5 of 12 STADLER agreed with the additional outreach for the PPD.
Action Taken: City Council approved Resolution R2M26-27 establishing a Preferred Parking District (PPD) in the Hellman Avenue neighborhood adjacent to the Courtyard by Marriott, directed that the PPD would go into effect after a 2-week grace period beginning when signage has been installed, directed staff to provide hyper-local community outreach with a pop-up event at Hellman Avenue and Hathaway intersection, and directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council’s action.
Vote: Moved: WANG Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: LEE, MALONEY, WANG, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
CONSENT AGENDA (Item Nos. 4 - 14): (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. 5 and 8, were considered by the City Council to be routine and were enacted by one motion.
4. FISCAL YEAR 2025/26 TO FISCAL YEAR 2026/27 CARRYOVERS. – F2M25-17, F2M26-17, R2M26-28
In June 2026, the City Council amended the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Budget, which allocated funds to the various Departments and accounts within each of the City’s operating funds.
As part of the year-end financial review, the Departments identified certain unexpended and unencumbered appropriations that remain necessary for ongoing projects and operations. These appropriations were proposed to be carried forward into Fiscal Year 2026/27 and are detailed in Exhibit I.
At the close of Fiscal Year 2025/26, there were outstanding encumbrances representing valid contracts and/or purchase orders for goods and services that were ordered but not received as of June 30, 2026. These encumbrances remained unexpended and were recommended for reappropriation into Fiscal Year 2026/27 and are detailed in Exhibit II.
The City Manager and Director of Finance reviewed each request and recommend approval of the requests of encumbrances and carryovers identified in Exhibit I and subsequently, the budget adjustments in Exhibit II.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken: City Council approved Resolution No. R2M26-28 approving Fiscal Year-end carryovers from Fiscal Year 2025/26 to Fiscal Year 2026/27 and the reappropriation of outstanding encumbrances as of the close of Fiscal Year 2025/26, and directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council’s action.
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: WANG
Ayes: LEE, MALONEY, WANG, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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5. APPROVING THE APPLICATION OF GRANT FUNDS UNDER THE INTEGRATED
CLIMATE ADAPTATION AND RESILIENCY PROGRAM (ICARP) FOR THE CREATION
OF AN URBAN FORESTRY MANAGEMENT PLAN AND THE PLANTING OF TREES CITYWIDE– F2M26-18, M2M26-149
A total of $27.5 million was available for funding heat related projects from the California Climate Bond (Proposition 4) and State’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. The proposed grant application was in direct alignment with the City’s Sustainability Plan’s Green Space Goal of increasing the City’s tree canopy.
Staff was in the process of preparing an ICARP grant application to fund the development of the City’s first Urban Forestry Management Plan (UFMP). A UFMP would be beneficial to the City by recommending types of species to plant and identifying where the need to increase the canopy was the greatest. The focus of the selection of trees would be native drought-tolerant species. Ongoing, the document would serve to advise City staff on how to maintain a healthy urban forest. In addition, grant funds would be used for planting trees and providing public outreach on the benefits trees have on society. The funding request of $750,000 was based on estimates to produce the UFMP and the planting of trees along with maintenance to continue through the establishment period. A requirement of the grant application was to identify at least one Co-Applicant that would serve as a partner throughout the project from application through completion. The partnership was meant to strengthen the project by pairing municipal agencies with community-based organizations with subject matter expertise. Staff identified TreePeople and Active San Gabriel Valley (ActiveSGV) as Co-Applicant partners on this project application. TreePeople is a community-based organization that has for the past fifty years planted and cared for millions of trees, restored thousands of acres of fire-scarred wildlands, and helped educate hundreds of thousands of environmentalists. As technical advisors, TreePeople would be assigned to produce the UFMP.ActiveSGV is a San Gabriel Valley-based nonprofit that works with communities to create healthier, more equitable neighborhoods through active transportation, environmental justice, and community-led projects. ActiveSGV would work with City staff to provide the public outreach, a critical component to the success of this project.
After Council review and discussion of the proposed ICARP grant application at the September 14, 2026 City Council meeting, the Council requested additional information regarding the scope of work and related costs from the co-applicants. The proposal by TreePeople for the creation of the City’s First Urban Forestry Management Plan (UFMP) and to serve as serve as an advisor on the City’s tree planting project was for an estimated $428,013.44. The proposal submitted by ActiveSGV for public outreach is for an estimated $191,970. The outreach would consist of various proposed methods including twelve community tabling events, four community canvasing events and a survey to assist the City in reaching the public both on the Urban Forestry Management Plan and the distribution of trees. The remaining balance would be $130,016.44. Those funds would be spent on purchasing additional trees, where demand and available planting space was warranted, and $25,000 would be set aside as required by the grant for post-award activities.
September 28, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Page 7 of 12 Staff requested the Council authorize the partnerships with TreePeople and ActiveSGV to execute the City’s tree planning and planting efforts as it relates to the ICARP grant.
Public Comment: Lewis McCammon spoke in support of the Grant and discussed the item.
Discussion: Councilmember WANG spoke in support of the item and went on to discuss the scope of work and suggested the City continue to add trees to the City. She also discussed the maintenance of existing trees and City Manager BINNQUIST provided clarification regarding the Urban Forestry Management Plan. Ms. WANG also discussed the timeline of the project with Grants Specialist TABER. Ms. WANG requested updates be provided to Council at each milestone of the project timeline.
Councilmember LEE also expressed her concerns regarding tree maintenance as aging trees affect sidewalks and lose branches. She suggested part of the grant be set aside for ongoing tree maintenance for existing trees. Ms. BINNQUIST provided clarification and requested Council provide consensus as to the use of funds for maintenance or planting new trees. Ms. LEE requested that staff continue to provide outreach to residents and business owners as to the location and type of trees planted.
Councilmember MALONEY spoke in support of the item and further discussed the ways the item supported the city’s ongoing goals for functional green space, environmental sustainability, and the need to plant more trees.
Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER spoke in support of the item and noted that there should be equitable distribution throughout the five districts.
Action Taken: City Council approved the City’s application titled, “Let’s Grow Alhambra, A Tree Forward Approach to Combating Extreme Heat” to the Integrated Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program (ICARP) to fund the City’s first Urban Forestry Management Plan and the planting of trees; authorized the designation of TreePeople and Active San Gabriel Valley (ActiveSGV) as grant co-applicants; authorized the City Manager, or designee, to execute all grant documents; and directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council’s action (M2M26-149) Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: WANG
Ayes: LEE, MALONEY, WANG, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
6. TREASURER’S REPORT AS OF AUGUST 31, 2026 – F2M26-1
City investments were made in compliance with the City’s Investment Policy Statement as adopted by the City Council on June 22, 2026. The August 2026 Treasurer’s Report listed investments held by the City as of August 31, 2026 as well as the current market value for such investments. All investments were made in accordance with the City’s Investment Policy Statement as adopted by the City Council. The City invested primarily in the State of California’s Local Agency Investment Fund, Certificates of Deposit and U.S.
Government Treasury and U.S. Agency securities, all of which were considered safe investments. Investments were also considered for liquidity and yield. Securities were purchased to be held until maturity and not to be traded for short term gains; however, if September 28, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Page 8 of 12 certain market conditions exist, the preservation of capital principal would be employed to maintain safety involving market and credit risk criterion.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken: City Council received and filed the August 31, 2026 Treasurer’s Report.
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: WANG
Ayes: LEE, MALONEY, WANG, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
7. NOTICE OF COMPLETION - FRONT STREET WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT AND ZONE CHANGE - PHASE 2– F2M19-20, N2M24-150, C2M25-10, M2M26-150 On March 24, 2025, the City Council awarded Contract C2M25-10 to Stephen Doreck Equipment Rentals Inc, for the Front Street Water Main Replacement and Zone Change - Phase 2 in the amount of $2,263,102.00.
There were three authorized change orders during the project for the installation of an 18- inch line stop to tie-in the new water main pipe on Marengo Avenue, for concrete pavement on Cherry Lane, and for an 8-inch gate valve and 16 additional water service lines. Various miscellaneous items were also credited to the City. The change orders decreased the total contract amount by $188,155.25, resulting in a final project amount of $2,074,946.75.
The project was completed in accordance with the City’s requirements and specifications.
As such, it was appropriate for the City Council to accept the project as complete and instruct the City Clerk that the Notice of Completion be filed with the County of Los Angeles Recorder’s Office.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken: City Council accepted the work of Stephen Doreck Equipment Rentals Inc, for the Front Street Water Main Replacement and Zone Change - Phase 2 in the amount of $2,074,946.75 as complete; directed the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County of Los Angeles for recordation; released the five percent retention 35 days from the date of recordation, if no liens are filed; and directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council’s action (M2M26-150) Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: WANG
Ayes: LEE, MALONEY, WANG, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
8. AMENDMENT OF CONTRACT WITH STARCHASE GPS SOLUTIONS FOR POLICE PURSUIT MITIGATION TECHNOLOGY– F2M23-69, C2M23-84, M2M26-151 The Alhambra Police Department has continued to seek strategies and acquire technology to mitigate crime and safely apprehend criminal offenders. In 2024, Alhambra Police were involved in 29 pursuits; 30 pursuits in 2025, and 21 in 2026 (year-to-date). Such vehicle September 28, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Page 9 of 12 pursuits pose substantial safety risks to the community and law enforcement; in addition, in certain instances, fleeing suspects might never get identified, apprehended, or criminally prosecuted.
In October 2023, the City approved a contract with StarChase GPS Solutions to provide a law enforcement tool (vehicle mounted/installed and hand-held device) that would allow a Police Officer to tag and track a suspect vehicle from a distance prior to or during a vehicle pursuit.
The initial contract was for three years, with a one-time upfront payment of $89,741.24.
This contract was set to expire in October 2026.
The StarChase GPS law enforcement tool has been successfully deployed approximately two dozen times since its inception at the Alhambra Police Department and has aided police officers with safely apprehending suspects wanted for grand theft auto, evading, robbery, drug sales, and other crimes. A contract renewal would allow Alhambra Police to continue equipping its officers with this law enforcement tool Public Comment: Lewis McCammon discussed the item as presented, previous incidents of fatal police pursuits, and the need for safety measures for police and public.
He supported the item.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken: City Council amended a contract with StarChase GPS Solutions to include a three (3) year, seven (7) month subscription renewal in the amount of $32,833.52 for a total amount not to exceed $122,574.76, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney; authorized the Chief of Police to execute said contract; and directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the City Council’s action. (M2M26-151)
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: LEE, MALONEY, WANG, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
9. APPROVE THE REVISED ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY (l-D-2) FOR THE PROCEDURES
REGARDING COUNCIL / EMPLOYEE TRAVEL AND ATTENDENCE AT
CONFERENCES, SEMINARS AND MEETINGS – F2M24-16, M2M24-214 On December 9, 2024, the City Council approved revisions to the policy to align travel reimbursement calculations with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) guidelines.
Staff proposed additional revisions to further clarify and streamline the travel authorization and reimbursement process, including:
1. Establishing a prior approval requirement for out-of-state travel by the City Manager.
2. Clarifying that prior approval is required for all travel before travel-related expenses are incurred. Expenses incurred without the required authorization will not be eligible for reimbursement.
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3. Updating the reference regarding reimbursement of eligible Police Department training and travel expenses through the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).
Discussion: None.
Action Taken: City Council approved the revised Administrative Policy (l-D-2) regarding procedures for the City Council and Employee travel and attendance at conferences, seminars, and meetings. (M2M24-214)
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: WANG
Ayes: LEE, MALONEY, WANG, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
10. AUTHORIZE A TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM THE CAPITAL OUTLAY FUND TO THE
GENERAL FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF APPLE IPAD PRO EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL DISPATCHING – F2M5-70, F2M26-25, M2M26-148 The City of Alhambra has contracted with Verdugo Cities for fire and emergency medical dispatching services since 2005. As part of the new computer aided dispatch (CAD) system, agencies were required to upgrade their mobile data terminals from a PC based system to iOS Tablet System utilizing Apple iPad Pro equipment. The upgrades also required a new mount/docking station. Per the Verdugo agreement, the cost of the equipment is the responsibility of the contracting agency. Verdugo procures and installs the necessary equipment. The Alhambra Fire Department’s costs would be $30,115.99 Discussion: None.
Action Taken: City Council authorized a transfer of funds from the Capital Outlay Fund to the General Fund for the purchase of Apple iPad Pro equipment for fire and emergency medical dispatching in the amount of $30,115.99; and directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council’s action (M2M26-148) Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: WANG
Ayes: LEE, MALONEY, WANG, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
11. AUTHORIZE A PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH SOCALREN FOR
STREAMLINED SAVINGS PATHWAY DIRECT INSTALL PROGRAM TO UPGRADE WATER HEATERS AT CITY FACILITIES – F2M26-18, M2M26-152
The Southern California Regional Energy Network (SoCalREN) is authorized by the California Public Utilities Commission to deliver energy efficiency programs to local communities. Its Streamlined Savings Pathway Direct Install Program assists public agencies with equipment and system upgrades at low- or no-cost to the participating agency. SoCalREN provides end-to-end support, from identifying equipment upgrades to coordinating low- or no-cost installation by a qualified contractor. As a member of SoCalREN, the City was eligible for this program.
September 28, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Page 11 of 12 SoCalREN offered incentives to public agencies to upgrade existing water heaters to highefficiency tankless water heaters or heat pump water heaters. Staff identified several City facilities needing water heater replacement and/or upgrade that would be good candidates for this program. Potential projects for SoCalREN’s consideration might include water heater upgrades at Police and Fire stations, Park & Recreation facilities, City Hall, the City Yard, and the Library. Replacing existing, aging water heaters with tankless or heat pump water heaters would improve energy efficiency and conserve water at these City properties.
City Council approval was needed to participate in the program and enter into the participation agreement with SoCalREN. Projects completed through this program support the City’s sustainability goals to increase energy efficiency and water conservation in municipal buildings and operations.
Action Taken: City Council approved a Public Agency Participation Agreement, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, with the Southern California Regional Energy Network for the Streamlined Savings Pathway Direct Install Program to upgrade water heaters at City facilities; authorized the City Manager, or designee, to sign the agreement and related documents; and directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council’s action. (M2M26-152) Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: WANG
Ayes: LEE, MALONEY, WANG, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
12. MINUTES
Discussion: None.
Action Taken: City Council reviewed and approved as submitted the Minutes of the April 13, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting, May 11, 2026 Special City Council meeting, May 11, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting, May 26, 2026 Special City Council Meeting, July 14, 2026 Special City Council Meeting, June 22, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting, and the July 27, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting.
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: WANG
Ayes: LEE, MALONEY, WANG, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
13. PERSONNEL ACTIONS – F2M26-2
Discussion: None.
Action Taken: City Council ratified the actions of the City Manager set forth in that certain Personnel Actions document dated September 28, 2026 showing the various appointments, classifications, salary changes, etc., since the last City Council meeting.
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: WANG
Ayes: LEE, MALONEY, WANG, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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14. DEMANDS – F2M26-1
Discussion: None.
Action Taken: City Council approved as submitted Final Check List (269393 thru 269563) in the amount of $1,129,495.65 and the Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $753,182.23 for the period ending September 10,2026; Final Check List (269564 thru 269735) in the amount $1,564,914.32 and the Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $1, 153,23029 for the period ending September 17, 2026.
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: WANG
Ayes: LEE, MALONEY, WANG, MAZA, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (ANNOUNCEMENTS, FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS & COMMITTEE REPORTS) – F2M26-7
Councilmember LEE reported on her attendance at the Safety Fair. Councilmember WANG reported on her attendance at the League of California Cities conference. Councilmember MALONEY also reported on his attendance at the League of California Cities conference.
Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER announced upcoming City events including the Autumn Fest and the Fire Department’s Annual Open House and Pancake Breakfast. She also provided the public information to sign up for Alhambra’s Emergency Alert program.
ADJOURNMENT: At 7:55 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, October 12, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
KRYSTAL ROMAN
CITY CLERK
by
BRIANNA LAMB MCCARTHY
ASSISTANT CITY CLERK