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AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH
CALTRANS FOR THE PA&ED, PS&E, AND R/W PHASES FOR THE FREMONT
AVENUE INTERCHANGE PROJECT – F2M19-32, C2M26-17, M2M26-46
Staff requests the City Council authorize entering into a Cooperative Agreement, subject
to review and approval by the City Manager and the City Attorney, by and between the
City of Alhambra and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to complete
the Project Approval and Environmental Document (PA&ED), PS&E (Plans,
Specifications, and Estimate), and Right-Of-Way (R/W) phases for the Fremont Avenue
Interchange Project (Project). On March 2, 2026, the City of Alhambra received the
Caltrans-approved PSR-PDS document for the Project. Approval of the PSR-PDS
completes the project initiation phase and allows the Project to advance into the next
stages of the Caltrans project development process, subject to execution of the proposed
Cooperative Agreement with Caltrans for the PA&ED, PS&E, and R/W phases. During the
PA&ED phase, the City, in coordination with Caltrans, will continue refining the Project’s
purpose and need, evaluating and developing alternatives, conducting technical studies,
and coordinating with partner agencies and the community. The PA&ED phase is a critical
step in evaluating and refining alternatives that meet the Project’s purpose and need,
including analysis of operational performance, safety considerations, environmental
impacts, and cost. The key activities associated with the PA&ED and PS&E phases are
summarized in the March 9, 2026 staff report by the Assistant City Manager and Director
of Public Works & Utilities. As the Project advances into the PA&ED phase, project costs,
public and stakeholders input, environmental impacts, and technical data will be further
evaluated. The phase typically begins with a kickoff meeting with the Project Development
Team (PDT). The kickoff meeting outlines roles and responsibilities and establishes
coordination procedures for the PA&ED phase. It also provides an opportunity to review
the project schedule, confirm technical study requirements, and discuss the anticipated
approach for public outreach and stakeholder engagement.
Recommended Action:
City Council authorize entering into a Cooperative
Agreement, subject to review and approval by the City Manager and the City Attorney, by
and between the City of Alhambra and the California Department of Transportation
(Caltrans) to complete the Project Approval and Environmental Document (PA&ED),
PS&E (Plans, Specifications, and Estimate), and Right-Of-Way (R/W) phases for the
Fremont Avenue Interchange Project (Project); and direct staff to undertake the steps
necessary to finalize the Council’s actions. (M2M26-46) |
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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE UPDATE – F2M21-43
Alhambra Chamber of Commerce President, Mr. John Bwarie, will present an update on
recent Chamber of Commerce activities.
Recommended Action:
City Council receive and order filed this informational report. |
March 09, 2026
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4.
ADOPT A RESOLUTION MODIFYING RESOLUTION NO. R2M24-13 APPROVING
VARIOUS CITY FEES AND SERVICE CHARGES – F2M24-39, R2M26-3, M2M26-40
Resolution No. R2M24-13 establishes the City’s Comprehensive Fee and Service Charge
Schedule, which has historically been adjusted based on changes in the Consumer Price
Index. During the normal course of operations, staff identified certain services with
recoverable costs that were not included in the existing fee schedule. A fee study was
conducted to evaluate these services and determine appropriate cost recovery levels. The
recommended fees will be presented for City Council consideration and proposed
inclusion in the Comprehensive Fee and Service Charge Schedule. Staff recommends
adoption of the revised fees as outlined in the February 23, 2026 staff report by the
Director of Finance.
Recommended Action:
City Council adopt Resolution No. R2M26-3 entitled: A
Resolution of the Alhambra City Council modifying Resolution No. R2M24-13 approving
various city fees and service charges; and, direct the Finance Director to make the
necessary budget adjustments for the approved fee and service charge charges. (M2M26-
40) |
February 23, 2026
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MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 AND RESOLUTION
ADOPTING FY 2025-26 BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS – F2M25-17, R2M26-4
On June 23, 2025, the City Council adopted the two-year budget for Fiscal Years 2025-
26 and 2026-27. Staff is presenting the Mid-Year Budget Review to provide an update on
the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget. During the fiscal year, unforeseen financial needs and
opportunities typically arise, which require City Council approval of recommended
adjustments to projected revenues and expenditures. Staff is presenting a mid-year
Budget review to provide a Budget update for FY 2025-26. The Director of Finance will
provide the City Council will a high-level overview of audited actual results for Fiscal Year
2024-25 and updated budget projections for Fiscal Year 2025-26. Staff is also requesting
that the City Council approve a resolution adopting the FY 2025-26 Budget adjustments.
Recommended Action:
City Council receive and file the Mid-Year Budget Review
and related reports; and, adopt Resolution No. R2M26-4 entitled: A Resolution of the
Alhambra City Council adopting Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget Adjustments of the City of
Alhambra, Golf Course Clubhouse Corporation, Alhambra Capital Improvements
Corporation, Alhambra Parking Authority, Alhambra Facilities Financing Authority And The
Alhambra Public Financing Authority |
February 23, 2026
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2025 CITY ACCOMPLISHMENTS REPORT – F2M25-28
Staff will outline the 2025 Accomplishments Report which highlights many of the past
year’s achievements. The accomplishments align with the City’s Strategic Plan, which is
prioritized to reflect the community’s core values. The Report is intended to heighten
community awareness of new and ongoing activities and projects.
Recommended Action:
City Council receive and file the informational report. |
February 23, 2026
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TREASURER’S REPORT – F2M26-1
Recommended Action:
City Council receive and file as submitted the Treasurer's
Report prepared by the Director of Finance for the month of January 2026, listing all of the
City's investments as of January 31, 2026. |
February 23, 2026
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PUBLIC HEARING FOR A SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE 2025-2026 ANNUAL
ACTION PLAN FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
PROGRAM – F2M25-36, N2M25-166, M2M26-33
This is the time and place set by Notice No. N2M25-166 for the City Council to hold a
public hearing on the proposed Substantial Amendment to the 2025-26 Annual Action
Plan to receive public comment on the proposed changes. From time to time, it is
necessary for the City to process Substantial Amendments to allow for new or modified
activities or other program-related administrative actions, as well as to ensure expenditure
timeliness compliance. Staff is currently seeking authorization to establish a new
infrastructure activity in the current 2025-2026 Action Plan Year in an amount up to
$374,114 from prior unspent CDBG funds. The project is an eligible CDBG activity under
Section 570.201(c) of the Federal Regulations (Public Facility and Improvements Activity),
and it meets the National Objective of benefiting Limited Clientele Activities
570.208(a)(2)(ii)(A). The proposed project includes sidewalk, apron, curb, and gutter
improvements. However, CDBG funds will be used specifically for the repair of
approximately 21,437 square feet of sidewalk to improve accessibility for seniors and
persons with disabilities and mobility impairments. This Substantial Amendment to the
2025-2026 Annual Action Plan ensures the City is compliant with CDBG spending
requirements under 24 CFR 570.902(a). On January 6, 2026, staff presented the
proposed project to the Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory
Committee (HCDA), with the HCDA in concurrence with staff’s recommendation to
proceed to the public hearing. The Substantial Amendment was published in the local
newspaper (Pasadena Star News), and made available for review at City Hall, the
Alhambra Library, and the City’s CDBG administration website. The 30-day review period
began on January 23, 2026 and concluded on February 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM. No
comments were received as of the drafting of the staff report. The complete Substantial
Amendment to the City of Alhambra 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan can be found here:
https://www.alhambraca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7409/Substantial-Amendment-to-
the-2025-2026-Action-Plan?bidId=
Recommended Action:
City Council:
1.
Open the public hearing and receive public comment;
Close the public hearing and at the City Council’s discretion, approve a Substantial
Amendment to the 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan to establish a new public
infrastructure project in the amount up to $374,114 from unspent prior year CDBG
funds;
3.
Appropriate revenue and expenditure funds in the amount of $374,114 for the 2025
CDBG Sidewalk Improvement Project; and,
4.
Direct staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council’s action. (M2M26-33)
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