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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 11a- Regular Meeting Minutes of June 16, 2026 1 06-16-2026 ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026 CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Cheng called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Cao, Kwan, Fu, and Cheng ABSENT: None PUBLIC COMMENTS April Verlato, former Arcadia Mayor and resident, appeared and expressed her wishes that the City Council select a candidate to fill the vacant District 3 seat. OPEN SESSION TO THE PUBLIC a. Appointment to fill the unexpired term of City Council Member representing District 3. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Make Appointment Council member Kwan thanked all the applicants and she announced her rankings: Lisa Walton – 3 points Cynthia Ng Monje – 2 points John Han – 1 point Council member Cao indicated how impressed he was with the applicants and he announced his rankings: John Han – 3 points Walter Besocke – 2 points Beth Symkowski – 1 point Mayor Pro Tem Fu thanked the applicants for applying and he announced his rankings: John Han – 3 points Beth Symkowski – 2 points Paul Van Fleet – 1 point 2 06-16-2026 Mayor Cheng thanked all the applicants and announced his rankings: Lisa Walton – 3 points John Han – 2 points Paul Van Fleet – 1 point Assistant City Clerk Arellano announced the cumulative points for the District 3 candidates as follows: John Han – 9 points Lisa Walton – 6 points Beth Szymkowski – 3 points Cynthia Ng Monje – 2 points Paul Van Fleet – 2 points Walter Besocke – 2 points A motion was made by Council Member Cao, seconded by Council Member Kwan, and carried on a roll call vote to appoint John Han as the District 3 Council Member. AYES: Cao, Kwan, Fu, and Cheng NOES: None ABSENT: None City Council recessed to Closed Session at 6:27 p.m. CLOSED SESSION a. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) to confer with legal counsel regarding the Workers’ Compensation matter of John Twitchell (Claim #20- 146485/WCAB Case No. ADJ12892256). The Closed Session ended at 6:48 p.m. No reportable action was taken. Regular Meeting City Council Chambers, 7:00 p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Cheng called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. INVOCATION – Religious Director Riaz Kahn, Mosque of San Gabriel 3 06-16-2026 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Religious Director Riaz Kahn, Mosque of San Gabriel 4. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Cao, Han, Kwan, Fu, and Cheng 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 Closed Session to discuss the one item listed on the posted agenda and indicated that no reportable action was taken 6. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS City Manager Lazzaretto had nothing to report. 8. PRESENTATIONS a. Presentation of a $12,550 donation from the Friends of the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage. b. Presentation of a $50,000 donation from the Friends of the Arcadia Public Library for Library programming. 7. CITY CLERK (moved by Mayor Cheng) a. Administration of the oath of office to District 3 Council Member. Assistant City Clerk Arellano administered the Oath of Office to the newly-appointed District 3 City Council Member John Han. The City Council offered words of congratulations and appreciation to incoming Council Member Han and for his willingness to serve Arcadia. 11. PUBLIC COMMENTS (moved by Mayor Cheng) Cris Arzate, an Arcadia resident, appeared and thanked City Council for the opportunity to serve on the Senior Commission. 4 06-16-2026 Major Stuart Chan, appeared and recognized Council Member Cao’s military service; he indicated that people should respect those that have served and made sacrifices for this country. Captain Arthur Fong, U.S. Navy retired veteran, appeared and asked those who have served in the military not be criticized for their service; and that he hopes any criticism stops. Christine Liang, appeared and indicated that Eileen Wang’s activities were isolated and that her actions do not represent all Chinese Americans; and she provided examples of influential Chinese Americans. Kevin Mak, Arcadia resident, appeared and requested that the City should add a left turn arrow on Golden West Ave. and Huntington Drive; he also asked for a left turn arrow on Diamond Ave. for travelers leaving Arcadia County Park and turning left onto Santa Anita Avenue. City Manager Lazzaretto announced that the City’s Traffic Advisory Committee would review those requests. April Verlato, former Arcadia Mayor and resident, appeared and congratulated newly appointed Council Member Han; she reminded the City Council about their rules of decorum; and she expressed her concern about City Council Members responding to public comments during the meeting. Mayor Cheng announced that City Council does have rules of decorum and indicated that he is always working to improve as Mayor. Commander H. Ryan Wong appeared and indicated that he attended the Arcadia Fallen Veterans Ceremony and thanked the City for supporting veterans. Christine Zito, Arcadia Chamber of Commerce Board President, appeared and announced that the Chamber will be hosting “Taste of Arcadia” on Sept 19, invited everyone to attend, and indicated that sponsorships are also available. Fei Huang, Arcadia Chamber of Commerce Board Member, appeared and announced that the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce will be hosting “The Mix” at Harvest Fertility on July 8; “Rise and Shine” at El Canton de la Patrona on July16; and “Networking at Noon” at the Derby on July 23. 9. APPOINTMENTS a. Appointments to City Boards and Commissions. CEQA: Not a Project 5 06-16-2026 Recommended Action: Make Appointments April Verlato appeared at the podium to make a public comment about the City Council’s Rules of Procedure and Decorum. Mayor Cheng stated that the public comment period had closed and she should return to her seat. Mayor Cheng asked City Attorney Maurer to clarify the role of the parliamentarian in the City Council’s Rules of Procedure and Decorum. City Attorney Maurer explained that he serves as the City Council’s parliamentarian who interprets the rules and makes recommendations on them to the Mayor and City Council. Arcadia Museum Commission (4 positions) Regarding the Arcadia Museum Commission, the City Council unanimously voted to appoint all three applicants. As a result, Marilyn Daleo was reappointed to a second four-year term, and Dale Carter and Ethel Laczko were appointed to the Arcadia Museum Commission for a four (4) year term, ending June 30, 2030. Human Resources Commission (1 positions) Regarding the appointment to the Human Resources Commission, the City Council unanimously nominated William Hsu for the open position. As a result, William Hsu was appointed to the Human Resources Commission for a four-year term ending June 30, 2030. Library Board of Trustees (2 positions) Regarding the position to the Library Borad of Trustees, the City Council made the following nominations: Council Member Kwan – Jeff Chang and Elizabeth Renfrew Council Member Cao – Jeff Chang and Elizabeth Renfrew Council Member Han – Roberta Marquez and Elizabeth Renfrew Mayor Pro Tem Fu – Jeff Chang and Elizabeth Renfrew Mayor Cheng – Jeff Chang and Elizabeth Renfrew As a result, Jeff Chang and Elizabeth Renfrew to the Library Board of Trustees for a four-year term ending June 30, 2030. 6 06-16-2026 Planning Commission (3 positions) Regarding the Planning Commission, the City Council made the following nominations: Council Member Kwan – Domenico Tallerico, Angela Hui, and Johnny Tseng Council Member Cao – Ricky Lau, Kenneth Chan, and Chang Lee Council Member Han – Domenico Tallerico, Angela Hui, and Cris Arzate Mayor Pro Tem Fu – Chang Lee, Ricky Lau, and Kenneth Chan Mayor Cheng – Angela Hui, Chang Lee, and Ricky Lau As a result, Angela Hui (reappointed), Chang Lee, and Ricky Lau, were appointed to the Planning Commission for a four (4) year term ending June 30, 2030. Recreation and Parks Commission (1 position) Regarding the Recreation and Parks Commission, the City Council made the following nominations: Council Member Kwan – Johnny Tseng Council Member Cao – Cris Arzate Council Member Han – Cris Arzate Mayor Pro Tem Fu – Cris Arzate Mayor Cheng – Cris Arzate As a result, Cris Arzate was appointed to the Recreation and Parks Commission for a four (4) year term ending June 30, 2030. Senior Citizens Commission (3 At-Large positions, 2 Club positions) Regarding the Senior Citizens Commission, the City Council made the following nominations: Council Member Kwan – Johnny Tseng, Douglas Meyer, and Derek Yeung Council Member Cao – Connie Liao, Douglas Meyer, and Derek Yeung Council Member Han – Angela Lai, Douglas Meyer, and Connie Liao Mayor Pro Tem Fu – Douglas Meyer, Connie Liao, and Derek Yeung Mayor Cheng – Douglas Meyer, Connie Liao, and Miriam Carter As a result, Douglas Meyer and Connie Liao were appointed to the Senior Citizens Commission – At-Large positions, for a two (2) year term ending June 30, 2028, and Derek Yeung appointed to fill an unexpired term ending June 30, 2027. 7 06-16-2026 Assistance League (1 position) It was the consensus of the City Council that Donna Salter be appointed to the Senior Citizens Commission as the Assistance League member, for a two (2) year term ending June 30, 2028. Golden Senior Club (1 position) It was the consensus of the City Council that Doris Arbour be appointed to the Senior Citizens Commission as the Golden Senior Club member, for a two (2) year term ending June 30, 2028. 10. PUBLIC HEARING a. Resolutions relating to the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Operating Budget and the Fiscal Years 2026-27 through 2030-31 Capital Improvement and Equipment Plan. Resolution No. 7696 adopting a Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27 and appropriating the amounts specified therein as expenditures from the various funds. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution No. 7697 adopting a Capital Improvement and Equipment Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-27 through 2030-31. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Adopt City Manager Lazzaretto presented the staff report. Administrative Services Director Chen provided additional information. Mayor Cheng opened the Public Hearing – no one appeared Mayor Cheng closed the Public Hearing. After discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Cao, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Fu, and carried on a roll call to adopt Resolution No. 7696 adopting a Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27 and appropriating the amounts specified therein as expenditures from the various funds. AYES: Cao, Fu, Han, and Cheng NOES: Kwan ABSENT: None 8 06-16-2026 A motion was made by Council Member Cao, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Fu, and carried on a roll call to adopt Resolution No. 7697 adopting a Capital Improvement and Equipment Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-27 through 2030-31. AYES: Cao, Fu, Han, and Cheng NOES: Kwan ABSENT: None b. Appeal No. 26-01 - a request to overturn the Planning Commission’s Denial of Multi-Family SB 330 Application No. SB 330 25-01, Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 26-01 (84910), and Protected Healthy Tree Removal No. TRH 26-02 for a new 30 unit, multi-family residential condominium development located at 514 Fairview Avenue; and consideration of Resolution No. 7699 - approving Appeal No. 26-01. CEQA: Exempt Recommended Action: Adopt Senior Planner Arreola presented the staff report. In response to Council Member Kwan’s inquiry, Senior Planner Arreola explained that this item was submitted to the Planning Commission twice, as staff initially recommended approval, but the project was ultimately denied by the Planning Commission, requiring a new resolution to be drafted. In response to Council Member Kwan’s inquiry, Development Services Director Flores indicated that she has no safety concerns with this project. In response to Council Member Cao’s inquiry, Senior Planner Arreola indicated that state law supersedes local law and explained that SB 330 is intended to combat the state’s housing shortage; and he further explained that the only exception from projects brought forward under SB 330 are health and safety findings per the Housing and Accountability Act. Development Services Director Flores indicated that the Planning Commission had concerns about mass and scale, which do not meet the required health and safety findings needed to deny the project. In response to Council Member Han’s inquiry, Development Services Director Flores indicated that HCD was having trouble with their emails, and they were not able to submit a letter prior to the Planning Commission Hearing; however, the penalty for not approving this project ranges from $10,000 per unit and up to $50,000 per unit, if it is determined that the City acted in bad faith. In response to Mayor Cheng’s inquiry, Development Services Director Flores provided examples of health and safety findings that would need to be made to deny the project; she 9 06-16-2026 explained that massing is an objective design standard and requires a certain distance between the structure and the property line. In response to Mayor Cheng’s inquiry, City Manager Lazzaretto stated that he had sent a letter to the Planning Commission explaining the applicable state law. He noted that the letter clarified that aesthetic concerns do not constitute health and safety concerns and advised the Commission that any denial of the project would need to be supported by substantial evidence demonstrating health and safety impacts. Senior Planner Arreola explained that if the City denies the project based on the Planning Commission’s recommendation, Arcadia residents will pay the penalty. In response to Mayor Cheng’s inquiry, Development Services Director Flores indicated that the developer would be willing to make the third story windows opaque, add benches to the open space in the backyard, and include more trees to satisfy the request of the neighboring residents. Mayor Cheng opened the Public Hearing. David Evans, Arcadia resident, appeared in support of the project while expressing his concerns with traffic and parking; he requested the City install speed bumps or red curbs near the driveways to allow vehicles exiting the driveways more visibility. Diego R, Arcadia resident, appeared in support of the project; he indicated that he is a member of “CHOA” (Creative Housing Options in Arcadia), which advocates for more housing in Arcadia. Mike Veerman, Arcadia resident and CHOA representative, appeared in support of the project. M.H. Habata, Arcadia resident, appeared in opposition to the project and lack of affordable units for this housing project. Susan Rogers, Arcadia resident, appeared and expressed her concerns with the removal of the oak trees on the property, Eaton Fire contaminants during project demolition and construction, and the site’s egress that may cause traffic concerns. Domenico Tallerico, Arcadia resident and Planning Commissioner, appeared and indicated that the Commission voted to deny the project with the intention for the City to oppose the mandates from the California Department of Housing and Community Development; and in response to Mayor Cheng’s remarks, he indicated that he believed amount of traffic would be a health and safety concern. 10 06-16-2026 City Engineer Merrill indicated that improvements have been made to the traffic control system on Huntington Drive that would alleviate traffic on Fairview; and he indicated that the project’s driveways and their location were evaluated by staff. Richard Meglia, representing the Applicant’s legal counsel, appeared and expressed that the project does not pose any health and safety concerns; he indicated that the applicant is willing to add opaque windows on the third floor, add benches in the open space, and add more trees; and he shared a PowerPoint presentation. Mayor Cheng closed the Public Hearing. After discussion, a motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Fu, seconded by Council Member Cao, and carried on a roll call vote to adopt Resolution No. 7699, find the Project is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to Section 15332 of the CEQA Guidelines as a Class 32 (Infill) exemption, and approve a Multi- Family SB 330 Application No. SB 330 25-01, Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 26-01 (84910), and Protected Healthy Tree Removal Permit No. TRH 26-02, subject to the proposed Conditions of Approval. City Attorney Maurer clarified that the 5 new Conditions of Approval will be written within Resolution No. 7699. AYES: Fu, Cao, Han, and Cheng NOES: Kwan ABSENT: None c. Reschedule the public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Levy and Collection of the Arcadia Citywide Lighting District No. 1. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve City Manager Lazzaretto indicated that due to a publication error, the item needed to be rescheduled in order to properly notice the Public Hearing, and he requested to move this item to the next meeting on July 21. A motion was made by Mayor Cheng, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Fu, and carried on a roll call vote to reschedule the public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Levy and Collection of the Arcadia Citywide Lighting District No. 1 to the July 21, 2026, City Council Meeting. AYES: Cheng, Fu, Cao, Han, and Kwan NOES: None ABSENT: None 11 06-16-2026 City Council recessed at 12:15 a.m. on June 17, 2026 City Council reconvened at 12:22 a.m. on June 17, 2026 d. Resolution No. 7700 amending the Residential Refuse and Recycling Agreement with Waste Management and setting refuse and recycling rates for the collection and disposal of single-family and multi-family residential solid waste and recyclables pursuant to Section 5120.7 of the Arcadia Municipal Code for Fiscal Years 2026-27 through 2030-31. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Adopt Mayor Cheng opened the Public Hearing – no one appeared. City Manager Lazzaretto presented the staff report. City Attorney noted for the record that the public hearing was opened and closed. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Fu, seconded by Council Member Cao, and carried on a roll call vote to adopt Resolution No. 7700 amending the Residential Refuse and Recycling Agreement with Waste Management and setting refuse and recycling rates for the collection and disposal of single-family and multi-family residential solid waste and recyclables pursuant to Section 5120.7 of the Arcadia Municipal Code for Fiscal Years 2026- 27 through 2030-31, and determine that this item is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”). AYES: Fu, Cao, Han, Kwan, and Cheng NOES: None ABSENT: None e. Resolution No. 7702 adopting the City of Arcadia’s 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan. CEQA: Exempt Recommended Action: Adopt Management Analyst Cardenas presented the staff report. Mayor Cheng opened the Public Hearing – no one appeared. Mayor Cheng closed the Public Hearing. A motion was made by Council Member Cao, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Fu, and carried on a roll call vote to adopt Resolution No. 7702 adopting the City of Arcadia’s 2025 Urban 12 06-16-2026 Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan, and find that this resolution is categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”). AYES: Cao, Fu, Han, Kwan, and Cheng NOES: None ABSENT: None 12. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Regular Meeting Minutes of June 2, 2026. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve b. Resolution No. 7701 authorizing a supplemental budget appropriation in the amount of $35,707, from the General Fund Reserve; and approving the Support Agreement renewal for the Power911/VIPER System and Purchase Order for related equipment with AT&T, in an amount not to exceed $35,707. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Adopt and Approve c. Donation from the Friends of the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage for programming and supplies in the amount of $12,550. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Accept d. Donation from the Friends of the Arcadia Public Library for library programming in the amount of $50,000. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Accept e. Professional Services Agreement with Studio Spectrum, Inc. for City Council Meeting broadcast and recording services, from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029, in an amount not to exceed $42,120 per year, with the option of two one- year renewals. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve f. Professional Services Agreement with Inter-Con Security for official parking enforcement services for a three-year period beginning July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029, with the option of three, one-year renewals, in an amount not to exceed $937,596 for the initial three-year period. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve 13 06-16-2026 g. Professional Services Agreement with VRC Companies, LLC for Laserfiche Cloud and Support Services from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029, in the amount of $76,842.20, with the option of two one-year extensions. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve h. Professional Services Agreement with the Pasadena Humane Society for animal control services in an amount not to exceed $2,115,648 for a five-year period, beginning July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2031. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve i. Professional Services Agreement with Mars Printing for Citywide printing services for a five-year term, in an amount not to exceed $180,000 annually, with the option of two one-year renewals. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve j. Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Executive Information Services, Inc. for PS.NET Public Safety Software System Support Services in the amount of $53,241. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve k. Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with Allied Universal Security Services for jail operation services for Fiscal Year 2026-27, in an amount not to exceed $428,196. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve l. Amendment No. 5 to the Professional Services Agreement with All City Management Services Inc. for crossing guard services for Fiscal Year 2026-27, in an amount not to exceed $394,657. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve m. Agreement for Services with the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce for Fiscal Year 2026-27 in the amount of $104,367. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve n. Contract with Mission Paving and Sealing, Inc. for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Annual Slurry Seal Project in the amount of $754,125. 14 06-16-2026 CEQA: Exempt Recommended Action: Approve o. Design-Build Contract with Pacific Hydrotech Corporation for the Peck Well PFAS Treatment System Project in the amount of $3,204,400. CEQA: Exempt Recommended Action: Approve p. Final Tract Map No. 84785 to consolidate two legal lots as one lot to accommodate a 10-unit residential condominium subdivision at 36 and 42 East Colorado Boulevard. CEQA: Exempt Recommended Action: Approve q. Purchase Order with Zero Infrastructure Mobility Solutions dba Connected Signals for the purchase of Next-Generation Emergency Vehicle Traffic Signal Preemption System services in the amount of $52,000. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve r. Purchase Order with Tsai Fong for international language materials in an amount not to exceed $35,000. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve s. Purchase Orders for annual software hosting and maintenance services with Oracle America for NetSuite for Government and Can/Am Technologies for Teller cashiering, in an amount not to exceed $177,900. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve t. Purchase Order with Netsync, Inc. for Pure Storage annual maintenance and support in the amount of $43,489. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve u. Purchase Order with OCLC, Inc. for bibliographic services and metadata in an amount not to exceed $32,000. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve v. Purchase Order with OverDrive, Inc. for eBooks, eMagazines, digital audiobooks, and streaming videos in an amount not to exceed $80,000. 15 06-16-2026 CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve w. Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Jones-Walbaum Corporation dba American Business Machines for fire alarm and fire suppression repairs, and additional access control panels, cameras, and equipment in the amount of $384,398.38. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve Council Member Kwan made a motion to move the consent calendar to the next City Council meeting on July 21. The motion failed for lack of a second. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Fu, seconded by Council Member Cao, and carried on a roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Items 12.a through 12.w. AYES: Fu, Cao, Han, and Cheng NOES: Kwan ABSENT: None 13. CITY MANAGER a. Resolutions to reorganize the Public Works Services Department. Resolution No. 7703 amending Resolution No. 7598, establishing compensation and related benefits for City Council, Executive Management, Management, and Unrepresented Confidential employees for July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027 (Assistant City Manager/Public Works Services Director; City Engineer/Deputy Public Works Services Director; Deputy Public Works Services Director - Administration; Utilities Manager; Deputy Development Services Director). CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution No. 7704 amending Resolution No. 7594, approving a Memorandum of Understanding establishing compensation and related benefits for employees represented by the Arcadia City Employees’ Association (“ACEA”) for July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027 (Arborist). CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Adopt City Manager Lazzaretto presented the Staff Report. 16 06-16-2026 After discussion, it was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Fu, seconded by Council Member Cao, to adopt Resolution No. 7703 amending Resolution No. 7598, establishing compensation and related benefits for City Council, Executive Management, Management, and Unrepresented Confidential employees for July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027 (Assistant City Manager/Public Works Services Director; City Engineer/Deputy Public Works Services Director; Deputy Public Works Services Director – Administration; Utilities Manager; Deputy Development Services Director); and adopt Resolution No. 7704 amending Resolution No. 7594, approving a Memorandum of Understanding establishing compensation and related benefits for employees represented by the Arcadia City Employees’ Association (“ACEA”) for July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027 (Arborist), and determine that these actions are not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”). AYES: Fu, Cao, Han, and Cheng NOES: Kwan ABSENT: None 14. AB 1234 REPORTS FROM MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL (limited to legally required reports). Mayor Cheng announced that he attended Asian Youth Center fundraising event. 15. REQUEST FOR FUTURE ITEMS Council Member Cao requested City Council support for a proclamation that would oppose journalism that negatively affects children. Mayor Pro Tem Fu and Mayor Cheng concurred. Council Member Cao requested City Staff to have a presentation on E-bikes with information from other cities and other states. City Manager Lazzaretto indicated that an item regarding E-bikes is scheduled for the July 21 City Council meeting and further indicated that staff would include information from other cities and states. Council Member Cao requested City Council support for a non-tactical police drone policy, including potential restrictions on civilian use and current laws for police drones. Mayor Cheng and Mayor Pro Tem Fu concurred. Council Member Cao requested City Council support for a study and report from a third party that outlines the policies and procedures of who can request, approve, and sign a check. Mayor Cheng and Mayor Pro Tem Fu concurred. 17 06-16-2026 Council Member Cao requested City Council support to discuss the State Controller’s office audit functions, as well as review the audit provided by the City’s current independent auditor. Mayor Cheng and Mayor Pro Tem Fu concurred. 16. ADJOURNMENT The City Council adjourned at 12:52 a.m., on July 17, 2026, to Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers. Rachelle Arellano Assistant City Clerk