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ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2025
CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Kwan called the Special Meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
PRESENT: Cao, Cheng, Fu, Wang, and Kwan
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC COMMENT – No one appeared.
STUDY SESSION
a. City Water and Sewer Rates for Calendar Years 2026 through 2030.
Public Works Services Director Cranmer provided a PowerPoint presentation.
It was the consensus of the City Council to bring forward the proposed water and sewer rate
structure, as presented by staff, at the October 7 City Council meeting.
b. Report, discussion, and direction regarding veterans recognition efforts and
programs.
After City Council discussion, a motion was may by Council Member Fu, seconded by Council
Member Cao, to establish a City Council Subcommittee consisting of Mayor Pro Tem Wang
and Council Member Cheng, to investigate regional veterans recognition efforts and
offerings, and to report back to the City Council in six months with findings and
recommendations.
AYES: Fu, Cao, Cheng, Wang, and Kwan
NOES:
ABSENT:
The Special Meeting ended at 6:19 p.m.
Linda Rodriguez
City Clerk
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ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2025
1. CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Kwan called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
2. INVOCATION – Reverend Eva Thai-Erwin, Church of the Good Shepherd
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Reverend Eva Thai-Erwin, Church of the Good Shepherd
4. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
PRESENT: Cao, Cheng, Fu, Wang, and Kwan
ABSENT: None
5. REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING CLOSED/STUDY SESSION ITEMS
City Attorney Maurer reported that prior to the Regular Meeting, the City Council met in a
Study Session to discuss the two items listed on the posted agenda.
Regarding the first item, City Attorney Maurer stated that the City Council received a
presentation on the City’s proposed water and sewer rates for calendar years 2026 through
2030; he noted that no action was taken, and that this item will be brought back to the City
Council for consideration at the October 7 meeting.
Regarding the second item, City Attorney Maurer reported that the City Council discussed
potential opportunities to collaborate with veterans organizations in the region and to
explore ways the City could extend related services; he further reported that, on a 5-0 vote,
the City Council approved a motion to establish a City Council Subcommittee, consisting of
Mayor Pro Tem Wang and Council Member Cheng, to investigate these opportunities and
report back with findings in six months.
6. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING AGENDA
ITEMS
City Manager Lazzaretto had nothing to report.
7. PRESENTATIONS
a. Presentation of Mayor’s Certificate of Commendation to Moffett’s Family
Restaurant in celebration of 50 years in Arcadia.
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b. Presentation of Mayor’s Certificate of Commendation to Sarah Li in recognition of
her volunteer work and scouting accomplishments.
c. Presentation of Mayor’s Certificates of Commendation to the Arcadia High School
Badminton Team for winning the Almont League and the Southern Section Open
Division Championship titles.
d. Presentation of Mayor’s Certificate of Commendation to Olivia Tan for her
strength and courage.
8. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Dave Grohl appeared and commended Mayor Kwan and former Mayor April Verlato for their
dedication to the City; and expressed concerns over Council Member Fu’s actions towards a
public speaker at a prior meeting.
William Goldsmith appeared and expressed their concerns regarding Council Member Fu’s
statements during the meeting on June 3.
Pat Smear appeared and expressed disappointment in statements made by Council Member
Fu during the meeting on June 3.
Simran Khinda, owner of All India Cafe, appeared and promoted his restaurant, encouraging
the community to visit.
Donna Choi, Executive Director of the Downtown Arcadia Improvement Association,
appeared and provided a recap of the Patriotic Festival and drone show; she thanked the City
for its support; and distributed a handout highlighting reasons to open a business in
Downtown Arcadia, along with information on upcoming events.
Sina Mohajer, President of the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce, appeared and announced that
the Chamber will be hosting the following upcoming events: August 21, “Rise and Shine” at
Matt Denny’s; August 27, “The Mix” at Dave & Buster’s; August 28, “Networking at Noon” at
The Derby; and September 13, Taste of Arcadia at the Santa Anita Park.
Donna McCreadie, an Arcadia resident, appeared and expressed her concerns regarding
traffic safety on Michillinda Avenue; and inquired about the appropriate contact to address
the issue.
In response to Ms. McCreadie’s inquiry, City Manager Lazzaretto indicated that City Engineer
Merrill is working with the City of Pasadena to review the traffic history and explore potential
solutions for the particular area she mentioned; and he clarified that most of Michillinda
Avenue is under the City of Pasadena or Los Angeles County’s control; however, Arcadia will
continue to work with the applicable agencies to address resident safety concerns.
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9. REPORTS FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK (including reports from
the City Council related to meetings attended at City expense [AB 1234]).
Mayor Kwan announced that President Trump recently issued an Executive Order on the
removal of homeless encampments; she requested City Council support to place an item on
a future agenda to discuss a total ban on overnight camping.
City Manager Lazzaretto indicated that City staff is working to modify Arcadia’s camping
ordinance to reflect recent court rulings and updated guidance from state and federal
agencies, to present to the City Council for review and consideration at a future date.
Mayor Kwan requested City Council support to place an item on the next agenda to consider
conducting an independent financial audit.
City Manager Lazzaretto clarified that the City contracts with an independent firm to conduct
its annual financial audit at the end of each fiscal year, as required by law; and he offered to
provide copies of those audits and any related financial reports to Mayor Kwan.
Mayor Kwan provided a report on the various events that she attended or will be attending
as a representative of the City.
Council Member Fu shared a story of an Arcadia resident confronting a burglar and
requested that Chief Nakamura provide more information on the incident.
Chief Nakamura reported that this incident is believed to be a random occurrence and not a
targeted case; he reminded the community to follow the “if you see something, say
something” approach; he offered safety tips for situations of this nature; and reiterated that
Arcadia remains safe and the Police Department continues its efforts to combat burglaries.
Council Member Fu shared details of a recent LA28 Olympics meeting he attended; he
addressed comments made by Mayor Kwan at the May 6 and May 20 City Council meetings;
and he made a public records request for the original electronic version of the Mayor’s
response to his Council Comments at the May 20 meeting, as read from her cell phone.
Council Member Fu provided audio clips of Mayor Kwan from prior City Council Meetings, as
well as email communication from Mayor Kwan for display during the meeting.
Mayor Kwan addressed Council Member Fu’s comments and requested Council Member Cao
proceed with his report.
Council Member Fu moved to have Mayor Kwan recognize him to complete his statements,
supported by Council Members Cao and Cheng.
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A motion was made by Council Member Fu to hold a special Meeting on August 26, 2025, to
consider the censure of Mayor Kwan. The motion was supported by Council Members Cao
and Cheng.
City Attorney Maurer clarified that the motion to consider the censure of Mayor Kwan on a
future meeting agenda carried, and that he would verify if requirements for calling a Special
Meeting had been met. City Attorney Maurer later confirmed that the City’s Charter
requirements for calling a Special Meeting had been met with the three affirmative votes
from Council Members Cao, Cheng, and Fu.
Council Member Cao announced that August 7 is Purple Heart Day and explained the
significance of the military award; and he addressed comments made by Mayor Kwan’s
daughter regarding military service at a previous meeting.
Mayor Kwan responded to Council Member Cao’s comments and emphasized the
importance of differing opinions among Council Members and maintaining transparency.
Council Member Cao clarified for the record that Mayor Kwan’s daughter is an adult and that
Mayor Kwan did not offer an apology.
Council Member Cheng expressed his concerns in learning that some Council Members have
declined to meet with staff regarding City business; he noted his frustration over the recent
dialogue at City Council meetings; he commended City staff for their dedication and service
to the community; he shared a story about a local family’s dream of coming to America; and
he affirmed that the City Council will continue to serve the community with the support and
guidance of City staff.
Mayor Pro Tem Wang provided a report on the various events that she attended or will be
attending as a representative of the City; she thanked City staff for their dedication to the
community; she emphasized the City Council’s duty to serve the community; and she
thanked all veterans for their service.
Mayor Kwan stated for the record that the motion to censure her is an act of retaliation by
Council Member Fu for the sexual harassment complaint she filed against him.
City Manager Lazzaretto confirmed with the City Council that the Special Meeting will be held
on Tuesday, August 26 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
10. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Regular Meeting Minutes of July 15, 2025.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Approve
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b. Resolution No. 7645 establishing subsequent arrest notifications and criminal
background checks with the Department of Justice for State level of services.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Adopt
c. Resolution No. 7646 determining the amount of revenue to be raised from
property taxes for Fiscal Year 2025-26 to pay for the debt service on the 2021
General Obligation Refunding Bonds (Series Bond Measure A and Series Police
Station Project).
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Adopt
d. Designation of Voting Delegates for the 2025 League of California Cities Annual
Conference.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Designate Mayor Sharon Kwan as the Voting Delegate and
Mayor Pro Tem Eileen Wang as the Alternate
e. Professional Services Agreement with Phoenix Information Services Group for
False Alarm Program Management Services for Fiscal Years 2025-26 through
2027-28, with the option of three one-year renewals.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Approve
f. Professional Services Agreement and Purchase Order with Galls, LLC, for the
purchase of Police Department uniforms in an amount not to exceed $81,000 per
year, for the period of July 1, 2025, through March 25, 2028, with the option of
three one-year renewals.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Approve
g. Kizh Nation Monitoring Services Agreement for the Goldring Well and PFAS
Treatment Plant Project, and authorize payment to the Kizh Nation for monitoring
in an amount not to exceed $51,700.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Approve
h. Renewal of the Agreement with Tyler Technologies for the EnerGov Program for
asset management, permit tracking, and community development software for
three years, in the amount of $240,771.52 for years 2025-26, including a 5%
annual escalator.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Approve
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i. Contract with California Professional Engineering, Inc. for the Downtown Lighting
Improvement Project in the amount of $247,000, including a 10% contingency,
utilizing American Rescue Plan Act (“ARPA”) Funds.
CEQA: Exempt
Recommended Action: Approve
j. Extension to the Contract with General Pump Company, Inc. to provide
unscheduled maintenance and emergency repair of City wells and pumps in an
amount not to exceed $130,410.
CEQA: Exempt
Recommended Action: Approve
k. Reject low bid from All Cities Engineering, Inc., and award a contract to Ramona,
Inc. for the Sewer Main Replacement Program in the amount of $865,000, with a
10% contingency.
CEQA: Exempt
Recommended Action: Approve
l. Purchase Orders with Walters Wholesale Electric and Swarco, Inc. for the purchase
of new traffic signal poles and 13 new traffic signal cabinets for the Las Tunas
Drive – Live Oak Avenue Traffic Signals Synchronization Program (“TSSP”) and
Miscellaneous Traffic Signal Improvement Projects, in the amount of $486,227.27.
CEQA: Exempt
Recommended Action: Approve
m. Purchase Order with Resilient Communications, Inc. for the purchase of core
network switching equipment from Cisco Systems in the amount of $67,000.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Approve
n. Change Order to the Purchase Order with HydroPro Solutions for the purchase of
data log radio read water meter dials in the amount of $82,204.50.
CEQA: Exempt
Recommended Action: Approve
It was moved by Council Member Cao, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Wang, and carried on a
roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Items 11.a through 11.n.
AYES: Cao, Wang, Cheng, Fu, and Kwan
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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12. ADJOURNMENT
The City Council adjourned at 9:40 p.m. to Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., in the
City Council Conference Room.
Linda Rodriguez
City Clerk
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ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2025
CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Kwan called the Special Meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
PRESENT: Cao, Cheng, Fu, Wang, and Kwan
ABSENT: None
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
City Attorney Maurer provided a brief overview on the proceedings for the Special Meeting,
including the process for public comment and mandarin interpretation services. He
presented the Staff Report and outlined the legal basis for a censure and the potential action
of removal from the Office of Mayor.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Due to the number of speaker cards submitted for the meeting, a motion was made by
Council Member Fu, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Wang, and placed on a roll call vote to limit
Public Comment to two minutes per speaker.
AYES: Fu, Wang, and Cao
NOES: Cheng and Kwan
ABSENT: None
April Verlato, Arcadia resident and former Mayor, appeared and expressed her frustration
over the increase in employee compensation costs associated with the adopted budget last
year, and with the perceived impacts to Mayor Kwan for opposing the labor agreements.
The following speakers appeared and expressed their opposition to the proposed censure
of Mayor Sharon Kwan:
Stuart Miller Susan Woo
Murli Tolaney Domenico Tallerico
Shahnawaz Ahmag Kathy Symons
Benny Yee Jon C. Phillips
Mike Veerman Kai Wetterau
Juan Jaimes Sharon Wetterau
Irene Sanjay Kucheria
Marilynne Wilander Ashish Guha
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Nader Samaan Lee Kuo
Johnny Tseng Olivia Tan
John Xiu Angela
Michael Danielson Lynn McKenzie Tallerico
The following speakers appeared and expressed their support for the proposed censure of
Mayor Sharon Kwan:
Chris Arzate Becky Ung
Megan Wong Charles Funaro
Natalie Fu Ricky Lau
Lucy Zhang Desiree Molina
Steven Dai Harry Ryah Wong
Edmund Liu Stuart Chan
The following speakers appeared and encouraged the City Council to refocus its efforts on
conducting City business:
Grace Lee Diego Rubalcava-Alvarez
Steve Rhee Mr. Yu Wu
Marci Schultz Arthur Fong
Stephanie Aikin Christine Teeple
Mark Feng
City Attorney Maurer noted for the record that a total of 25 public comments were received
by email, 18 in support of the censure, four in opposition, and three encouraged the City
Council to refocus its efforts and move forward constructively.
City Attorney Maurer closed Public Comment.
a. Resolution Nos. 7649 and 7650 to consider a proposed censure of Mayor Sharon
Kwan.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: No Staff Recommendation
City Attorney Maurer thanked the audience for their public comment and turned the
proceedings over to Council Member Fu to make his presentation.
Council Member Fu provided a presentation outlining his basis for the proposed censure.
The City Council recessed at 10:51 p.m. and reconvened at 11:02 p.m.
Mayor Kwan provided a statement in opposition to the proposed censure.
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A discussion ensued and members of the City Council presented their positions on the
proposed censure.
Mayor Kwan left the meeting at 12:45 a.m. and returned at 12:48 a.m.
After discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Fu, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem
Wang, to censure Mayor Kwan and relieve her from the duties to conduct public meetings
on behalf of the City; relieve Mayor Kwan from undertaking public speaking engagements as
the Mayor; and relieving Mayor Kwan of her committee assignments for the balance of her
term as Mayor.
Through subsequent questions from City Attorney Maurer and City Manager Lazzaretto,
Council Member Fu clarified that the motion does not seek to remove Mayor Kwan from the
Mayoral Office or from City records as Arcadia’s Mayor, nor does it seek to limit Mayor Kwan’s
First Amendment rights.
After further discussion, Council Member Fu stipulated to a friendly amendment to allow
Mayor Kwan to serve on outside agency boards and committees as the City’s representative,
where such boards legally mandate that the City’s representative be the Mayor, and that the
Mayor Pro Tem be responsible for maintaining order and decorum during City Council
meetings for the remainder of Mayor Kwan’s term.
After further discussion, Council Member Fu made a motion to amend his original list of
accusations, as initially proposed in the Staff Report, to delete certain words and remove
certain items, as suggested by the City Council during the deliberations.
The City Council recessed at 1:01a.m. and reconvened at 1:25 a.m.
After further discussion, Council Member Cao proposed a friendly amendment in addition
to Council Member Fu’s motion, requesting the formation of a City Council Subcommittee,
consisting of Mayor Pro Tem Wang and Council Member Cheng, to work with the City
Attorney on drafting Rules of Procedure and Decorum for consideration at the next meeting.
The City Council voted to approve the motion on a 4-1 vote, with Mayor KWAN dissenting,
directing staff to bring back the following items for consideration at the next City Council
meeting:
• Resolution No. 7649 to include the list of “Findings” for censure and the resulting
“Consequences” with the discussed changes and ensuring legal compliance.
• Form a City Council Subcommittee, consisting of Mayor Pro Tem Wang and Council
Member Cheng, to work with the City Attorney on drafting meeting procedures and
rules of decorum for the City Council.
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The Special Meeting ended at 1:36 a.m.
Linda Rodriguez
City Clerk
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ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2025
CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Pro Tem Wang called the Special Meeting to order at 5:01 p.m.
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
PRESENT: Cao, Cheng, Fu, and Wang
ABSENT: Kwan
PUBLIC COMMENT – No one appeared.
City Attorney Maurer publicly announced the facts and circumstances on which the closed
session was based pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(e)(2). City Attorney
Maurer recited a series of questions that Mayor Pro Tem Wang raised publicly at the Special
Meeting of August 26, 2025, related to legal questions pertaining to the City Council’s actions.
The facts and circumstances are the City Council’s proposed imposition of a formal censure
against the Mayor. As stated on the agenda, a written threat of litigation was received, which
was included within the agenda packet and available as a public record.
CLOSED SESSION
a. Confer with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation.
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section
54956.9(d)(2)
Facts and Circumstances: Written threat of litigation (Government Code Section
54956.9(e)(3)
The Special Meeting ended at 6:40 p.m.
No reportable action was taken.
Linda Rodriguez
City Clerk
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ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2025
1. CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Kwan called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
2. INVOCATION – Reverend Jolene Cadenbach, Arcadia Congregational Church
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Reverend Jolene Cadenbach, Arcadia Congregational
Church
4. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
PRESENT: Cao, Cheng, Fu, Wang, and Kwan
ABSENT: None
5. REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING CLOSED/STUDY SESSION ITEMS
City Attorney Maurer reported that prior to the Regular Meeting, the City Council met in a
Closed Session to discuss the one item listed on the posted agenda; he explained that, under
Government Code Section 54656.9(e), the facts and circumstances giving rise to the Closed
Session were announced prior to the meeting; he further indicated that, as listed on the
agenda under subsection (3) of subdivision (e), written notice of a threat of litigation was
provided and made available as a public record; he stated that no reportable action was
taken; and noted that Mayor Kwan was not in attendance and would have had a conflict of
interest had she attended the Special Meeting.
6. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING AGENDA
ITEMS
City Manager Lazzaretto recommended the City Council move City Manager Item 10.a earlier
in the agenda order, to follow Item 8. Public Comment.
Mayor Kwan declined the request.
Council Member Cao asked a question regarding City Council meeting proceedings, which
was answered by City Attorney Maurer.
A motion was made by Council Member Cao, seconded by Council Member Fu, to move City
Manager Item 10.a earlier in the agenda order, following Public Comment.
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In response, Mayor Kwan cited Arcadia Municipal Code Section 2126.3, which authorizes
removal from a City Council meeting by the Chief of Police for disruptive conduct, and
encouraged the City Council to follow the order of the posted agenda.
City Attorney Maurer clarified that the motion was procedural in nature and that, if approved
by a majority vote, the City Council could rearrange the agenda. Mayor Kwan declined to
recognize the motion and the second by Council Members Cao and Fu.
Council Member Fu called for the question. Mayor Kwan declined to recognize the question
before the City Council.
City Attorney Maurer clarified that this is a procedural motion and through a majority vote
of the City Council, the agenda can be reordered. Mayor Kwan stated that she would not
recognize the motion on the floor.
City Manager Lazzaretto reiterated that there was a duly made motion and second on a
procedural item, and that the next appropriate step would be to call the question. Mayor
Kwan again indicated that she would not recognize the motion before the Council.
7. PRESENTATIONS
a. Presentation of an adoptable dog by Kevin McManus of the Pasadena Humane
Society.
8. PUBLIC COMMENTS
The following speakers appeared and expressed their opposition to the proposed censure
of Mayor Kwan:
Sanjay Kucheria John C. Phillips
Ky Cheng Benny Yee
Shahnawaz Ahmag Cory Briggs
Murli Tolaney Nadar Samaan
Dominico Tallerico Angela
Stephanie Aikin Christine Yee
Dave Lillie, an Arcadia resident, appeared and explained that both he and his wife received
parking citations; he noted his citation was dismissed while his wife’s was not, and he
inquired into the different outcomes.
In response to Mr. Lillie’s inquiry, City Manager Lazzaretto requested that Mr. Lillie provide
his contact information to City staff, so the matter could be reviewed.
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Angela Hui, an Arcadia resident, appeared and expressed her concerns over the continued
dialogue at City Council meetings; and she encourage the City Council to work together.
9. REPORTS FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK (including reports from
the City Council related to meetings attended at City expense [AB 1234]).
City Attorney Maurer responded to the question on the table regarding meeting order and
procedure, per Section 2123.2 of the Arcadia Municipal Code. City Manager Lazzaretto
reiterated the City Attorney’s reading of the Arcadia Municipal Code.
Further discussion ensued regarding the motion to move City Manager Item 10.a following
Public Comment. Council Member Fu requested clarification on what constitutes a meeting
disruption. City Attorney Maurer responded that a procedural motion from the City Council
does not constitute a meeting disruption. The motion did not carry.
The City Council recessed at 8:06 p.m. and reconvened at 8:10 p.m.
Council Member Fu had no comments.
Council Member Cao had no comments.
Council Member Cheng cited Arcadia Municipal Code Section 2123.2; he stated that he
believed the proceedings were in violation of the Municipal Code and declined to speak.
Mayor Pro Tem Wang thanked the speakers for their comments; she noted 50 emails
received from residents in support of censuring Mayor Kwan; she read into the record two
emails from former Arcadia Mayors, Tom Beck and Mickey Segal, and provided a statement
in response to those emails.
Mayor Kwan provided a report on the various events that she attended or will be attending
as a representative of the City.
10. CITY MANAGER
a. Resolutions considering a Mayoral censure and adoption of Rules of Procedure
and Decorum for the Arcadia City Council.
Resolution No. 7649 to formally censure Mayor Sharon Kwan.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: No Staff Recommendation
Resolution No. 7652 to adopt a policy establishing Rules of Procedure and
Decorum.
CEQA: Not a Project
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Recommended Action: Adopt
City Manager Lazzaretto presented the Staff Report. A discussion ensued and City Attorney
Maurer responded to comments and questions posed by the City Council.
A motion was made by Council Member Fu, seconded by Council Member Cheng, to restore
order to the meeting and to direct that Mayor Kwan refrain from allowing her attorney to
address the City Council without statutory or Arcadia Municipal Code authority. The motion
was approved by a majority of the City Council.
It was moved by Council Member Fu, seconded by Council Member Cao, that Mayor Kwan
recognize Mr. Briggs as out of order and disrupting the meeting, and that he be removed
from the Council Chambers. The motion did not carry.
The City Council recessed at 8:52 p.m. and reconvened at 9:01 p.m.
After further discussion, it was moved by Council Member Fu, seconded by Council Member
Cao, and carried on a roll call vote to appeal Mayor Kwan’s request to reopen Public
Comment.
AYES: Fu, Cao, Cheng, and Wang
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Kwan
After further discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Fu, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Wang, and carried on a roll call vote to adopt:
Resolution No. 7649 to formally censure Mayor Sharon Kwan, with an amendment to add
Section 8 to the Resolution; Section 8 of Resolution No. 7649 is to include a stay of the
enforcement of the consequences prescribed in Section 4., items (i), (ii), (iii). The stay shall be
in place until a Council Member makes a motion for the stay to be lifted, the matter is added
to the agenda of the next City Council meeting, and is approved by a simple majority of the
City Council. The stay may be lifted if Mayor Kwan’s future conduct falls within the scope of
the findings listed in Exhibit “A” of Resolution No. 7649, or is found to be inconsistent with
the adopted rules of procedure and decorum specified in Resolution No. 7652; and
Resolution No. 7652 to adopt a policy establishing Rules of Procedure and Decorum.
AYES: Fu, Wang, Cao, and Cheng
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Kwan
11. ADJOURNMENT
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It was moved by Council Member Fu, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Wang, and placed on a
roll call vote to adjourn the meeting.
AYES: Fu, Wang, Cao, and Cheng
NOES: Kwan
ABSENT: None
The City Council adjourned at 9:12 p.m. to Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., in the
City Council Conference Room.
Linda Rodriguez
City Clerk