CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #C1
DATE: April 22, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Pablo Rubio, City Clerk
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation to approve a donation to Fedde Academy.
SUMMARY
Fedde Academy has requested a donation of $5,000 to purchase school uniform shirts for all 300 enrolled students. Since implementing a uniform program, the school has seen a positive shift in campus culture. Students are more academically engaged, there is a growing college-going mindset among students, and there is a reduction in gang paraphernalia.
Over 90% of students are residents of the City of Hawaiian Gardens, and many come from low-income households where the cost of uniforms can be a barrier. A donation will help ensure that every student has equal access, regardless of their family’s financial situation.
The donation will equip all 300 students with a uniform shirt, ensuring equal participation while reinforcing school identity, academic focus, a college-going culture, and continued reduction in gang affiliation on campus.
FISCAL IMPACT
The FY 25-26 budget has funds available for donations to schools.
SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.
ATTACHMENTS
None.