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CC - Item 4B - Minutes of February 24, 2026MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 24, 2026 The regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor Armenta at 7:00 p.m., in the Rosemead City Council Chamber, located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. PRESENT: Mayor Armenta, Mayor Pro Tern Low, and Council Member Council Member Clark, Council Member Dang and Ly ABSENT: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Council Member Council Member Dang INVOCATION was led by Council Member Ly 1. PUBLIC COMMENT - None 2. PRESENTATIONS A. Introduction of Newly Hired Planning and Economic Development Manager, Richard Marshalian B. Director of Community Development Valenzuela introduced the newly hired Economic Development Manager, Richard Marshalian. She shared that Mr. Marshalian has extensive planning experience and in the government sector. Economic Development Manager, Marshalian thanked the City Council and City staff for their warm welcome to Rosemead. The City Council welcomed Mr. Marshalian to the Rosemead family and look forward to working with him. 3. PUBLIC HEARING - None 5. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF Mayor Armenta announced Agenda Item 5A- Update on Speed Hump Traffic Calming Applications, would be moved up for discussion. A. Update on Speed Hump Traffic Calming Applications On March 11, 2025, the City Council adopted the Comprehensive Traffic Calming Policy establishing the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program. The Speed Hump policy was outlined within the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program. In response to reported speeding concerns, staff reviewed 13 street segments in accordance with the Speed Hump Policy. Of these, five segments were identified as Rosemead City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of February 24, 2026 Page 1 of 12 - - AGENDA ITEM 4.13 - - - potentially eligible for speed hump installation based on the initial screening criteria; however, additional staff evaluation was required to ensure full compliance with the policy. Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file this report. City Engineer Basilyous provided a brief update to the Mayor and City Council regarding the Speed Hump Policy, which was approved several months prior. The policy establishes 11 criteria for evaluating speed hump requests, including factors such as street speed and roadway width. Prior to policy adoption, a total of 11 requests were received. Following adoption, staff reviewed these requests in accordance with the criteria established. Of the 11 requests, 7 were determined to be ineligible. The remaining 4 requests met preliminary criteria but required neighborhood surveys to proceed. Surveys were distributed twice to residents along the four qualifying street segments, including Pine Street (between Garvey Avenue and Graves Avenue), Avar Avenue, and areas near Bartlette and Denton Avenue. Survey responses indicated low levels of support, with approval rates of approximately 15%, 20%, 15%, and 23%, respectively. A majority of residents did not respond, despite efforts to increase accessibility through multilingual materials, QR codes, and online response options. Since the policy's adoption, two additional requests have been received. One request was determined to be ineligible upon initial review. The second request appears to meet the criteria and is currently undergoing Average Daily Traffic (ADT) volume analysis to determine eligibility. Mayor Armenta expressed concerns regarding the implementation of speed humps, noting her longstanding advocacy for traffic calming measures since her election in 2009. She referenced her experience as a former teacher in the Garvey School District and emphasized ongoing safety concerns due to excessive vehicle speeds, particularly along the corridor between Garvey Avenue and Graves Avenue. She stated that frequent turnover in the Public Works Director position has resulted in delays and a perceived lack of continuity in addressing speed hump requests. She inquired whether data from a previously conducted comprehensive survey, completed under former Public Works Director Wang, is available, noting that some residents reported they were unaware of any prior survey efforts. While acknowledging improvements in the current Public Works team, Mayor Armenta emphasized the importance of moving forward efficiently. She expressed interest in reviewing existing data and exploring opportunities to expedite the process, indicating her understanding that prior findings may have supported the installation of speed humps. City Manager Kim provided background information regarding the City's traffic calming policy, which was presented to and approved by the City Council approximately one year ago. He explained that the policy outlines multiple tiers of traffic calming measures, ranging from lower -level interventions such as stop sign installation and roadway striping to higher -level measures, including speed humps. Rosemead City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of February 24, 2026 Page 2 of 12 Mr. Kim noted that speed humps represent the highest level of traffic calming and are only considered after other design measures have been evaluated and determined to be ineffective. He stated that the Traffic Engineering Division conducts analyses to assess whether alternative measures can adequately address traffic concerns prior to recommending speed humps. He further clarified that the 11 locations referenced by staff had undergone evaluation for lower -level traffic calming measures and progressed to consideration of speed humps. Of these, four locations met the established criteria for speed hump installation. One key criterion includes roadway conditions, such as streets with speed limits of 25 miles per hour or less, to ensure safety. He confirmed that resident surveys were conducted for the four qualifying locations, and the results of those surveys were presented to the City Council. Mayor Armenta reiterated that a criterion is that all streets must be residential with speed limits of 25 mph or less. City Engineer Basilyous explained that speed limit is only one of the 11 criteria used to evaluate streets. Other factors include whether the street is part of transit or emergency routes and whether it meets minimum length requirements. After reviewing all criteria, only four locations qualified to move forward, which is why a survey was sent out. Mayor Armenta opened public comments. Van Trac, on behalf of the Willard School community, raised long-standing concerns about speeding on Willard Avenue during school drop-off and pickup times. After a recent incident in which a student's foot was run over, the community organized a petition with over 800 signatures. She requested the installation of speed bumps to help slow traffic and improve safety. Anthony Rem expresses urgent concern about speeding on the street near the school, noting that cars often travel as fast as 50 to 60 mph. As a parent, he recalls a recent incident where he had to honk to prevent a child from being hit, as well as damage to his own car from speeding drivers. He questioned the need for surveys and urged the city to act quickly in installing speed bumps to protect students. Angel Lopez, student at Willard Elementary, advocated speed bumps and crosswalks near the school. He cited a recent incident where a student was hit by a car and emphasized that speeding drivers put students at risk. He urged safety measures to help protect students and allow families to walk safely. Jasmin Ho, a fifth -grade student at Willard Elementary, urged the City Council to add speed bumps and a crosswalk near the school. She also reiterated to a recent incident where a student was injured by a car and explained that these measures would slow traffic, reduce the risk of harm, and provide a safer way for students and families to cross the street. Council Member Ly thanked the parents, residents, and students for speaking, noting his own connection as a former Willard Elementary student. He explained that the Rosemead City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of February 24, 2026 Page 3 of 12 City previously established 11 criteria for installing speed humps to ensure safety and practicality, such as allowing emergency vehicle access. From an initial 11 requested street segments, only four met the criteria. He asks whether Willard Avenue was included among the original submissions. City Manager Kim stated he recalled the Traffic Commission reviewed Willard Street near the elementary school and approved some traffic -calming measures, including a street crossing. City Engineer Basilyous stated they are unsure whether Willard was among the original 11 streets but can verify. He added that even streets that didn't qualify for speed humps were still eligible for other traffic safety measures. Council Member Ly asked for clarification on whether Willard was officially part of the submitted streets for review, noting that its consideration by the Traffic Commission suggests it likely was included. City Manager Kim stated that Willard was likely part of the review process, noting its location near a new housing project. He also remembers that the school had previously requested a crosswalk during that time. Council Member Ly seeks clarification on whether Willard Avenue residents have formally submitted a request for a speed hump since the policy was established, distinguishing it from earlier requests such as for a crosswalk. City Manager Kim explained that requests begin as traffic calming applications, which can lead to different levels of measures being considered, with speed humps being the final option if needed. Bahman Janka, Transtech Engineer Consultant stated that the City previously evaluated Willard Avenue for a potential crosswalk and related safety improvements, including curb extensions to improve visibility and shorten crossing distance. He believed funding may already have been allocated through the Capital Improvement Program and suggested the project could be in the design or upcoming construction phase, pending confirmation of its current status. Council Member Ly inquired whether the resident survey used to evaluate support for traffic calming measures is conducted in both paper and online formats. City Engineer Basilyous replied that the survey was done in paper and mailed out to homeowners and online. Council Member Ly explained that crossing guards are typically the responsibility of the school district, though cities sometimes help fund them for safety reasons. He asked whether the Garvey School District has ever requested crossing guards for Willard Elementary or asked the City to share costs. He also noted there are currently no crossing guards present and seeks clarification on whether any such request has ever been made. Rosemead City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of February 24, 2026 Page 4-of 12 City Manager Kim explained that both Garvey and Rosemead school districts have previously requested additional crossing guard locations, though he does not specifically recall Willard being one of them. He outlined the process: the Public Works Department conducts a warrant study to determine if a crossing guard is justified, similar to criteria used for speed humps. If approved, the Traffic Commission may recommend it to the City Council. He recalls four requested locations in total, with only one ultimately meeting the criteria. He adds that crossing guards are managed through annual contracts, requiring coordination between the school district, city, and staffing company, which is why implementation typically aligns with the start of a school year. Council Member Ly acknowledged residents' urgency for immediate safety improvements but emphasizes that the City must follow established procedures. He explained that the agenda item is primarily an update on the overall traffic calming policy, while the Willard situation may require separate review. Council Member Ly stated more information is needed such as whether a formal request was submitted and whether the Traffic Commission has evaluated it. He suggested that the Willard issue should either return to a future council meeting or be referred to the Traffic Commission for further analysis. Council Member Clark asked whether speed humps can be designed in a way that still allows emergency vehicles to pass, so fire trucks and ambulances can maneuver around them. She emphasized concern about ensuring emergency access near the school. City Manager Kim explained that during development of the traffic calming policy, they considered emergency access and driver behavior. He noted that placing speed humps only on one side would likely cause drivers to simply go around them, reducing effectiveness. The design is intended so that emergency vehicles, like fire trucks, can still pass over the humps while still slowing down regular traffic. Council Member Clark responded that even if drivers go around the speed hump, it will still slow them down somewhat. She reiterated her main concern about ensuring emergency access while still finding a way to reduce vehicle speed near the school. She stressed the importance of finding a solution to improve safety and prevent a potential tragedy. She asked whether public notices are distributed in four languages to ensure accessibility for all residents. City Engineer Basilyous explained that notices were primarily sent in English, but they included a note directing residents to an online link where the information is available in other languages, such as Chinese. Council Member Clark objected to the current notice method, arguing that many residents whose first language is not English may discard the mail without understanding its importance. She emphasized that safety -related surveys like speed hump proposals should be clearly communicated in multiple languages on the letter itself, so residents immediately recognize the purpose and are more likely to respond. City Engineer Basilyous clarified that the city can provide full translations of the Rosemead City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of February 24, 2026 Page 5 of 12 letter, but the current practice is to send the main notice in English with directions showing how to access the same information online in other languages, such as Chinese. Council Member Clark argued that simply including a link is not effective, especially for non-English speakers or busy residents. Drawing on her experience, she stressed that communications must clearly capture attention, so people understand the purpose of the survey. She believed the current approach may lead to valid responses being missed and urged city staff to take extra steps to ensure important safety -related notices are clearly understood. City Engineer Basilyous agreed to improve communication and stated the notice can be sent again in all four languages to ensure clarity and broader understanding. He noted the city has already gone beyond policy by sending the notice twice due to low response rates but is open to sending it a third time in multiple languages to further ensure outreach is effective. Council Member Clark requested that the City Council review and help refine how public notices are worded before they are sent to residents, to ensure clarity and effectiveness. She emphasized that clear communication is essential because elected officials and staff serve the public, whom she describes as "the bosses," and therefore residents must fully understand important issues affecting their community. Council Member Dang emphasized that staff should be trusted with leadership in developing and managing surveys without excessive repeated revisions, warning that constant changes could undermine the usefulness of the process. He noted this is already the second survey and cautions against continuing to reissue them, as it may not lead to better outcomes. He referenced earlier traffic calming measures already implemented near a nearby housing development, suggesting these may address concerns in the Willard area and should be shared with residents. Additionally, he warns that adding speed humps in the same area could be redundant or counterproductive. He discussed design considerations for speed humps, explaining that emergency vehicles are built to safely pass over them, and reassures concerns about emergency access while noting that such vehicles can even cross medians in extreme situations to reach incidents. Mayor Pro Tem Low expressed improving the survey process by providing it in multiple languages, noting that relying only on English with a link may prevent non- English -speaking residents from participating. She acknowledged it may cost more but believes it would lead to better responses. Regarding Willard, she agreed the issue of traffic safety near the school should be considered separately from the survey process. While her initial reaction is to support installing a speed hump, she suggested first conducting a proper study to determine what measures are needed, even if the street does not meet existing criteria, due to the presence of students and speeding concerns. City Manager Kim explained that a City Council staff report for Willard was reviewed on July 23, 2024, before the 2025 speed hump policy was adopted, so speed humps were not evaluated at that time. He noted that Willard may not have been part Rosemead City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of February 24, 2026 Page 6 of 12 of the current list of 11 speed hump candidates and suggested staff verify its status. He also stated that instead of speed humps, several traffic -calming measures were already approved in 2024, including reduced speed limits, updated signage, crosswalk improvements, and a mid -block crosswalk with crossing guard provisions. City Manager Kim proposes returning specifically to Willard to review the status of the implemented measures and then reassessing whether additional actions, such as speed humps, are needed under the new policy. Mayor Armenta explained that public comments are not a back -and -forth discussion but that council members will respond during their remarks. She shared her long- standing concern about speeding near schools, based on her experience as a teacher at Garvey School District and frequent exposure to unsafe driving conditions at Willard and other schools. She supports installing speed humps at Willard and believes the street meets multiple criteria, including being residential, single -lane, low speed limit, and experiencing high traffic volume and speeding. She argued that signage alone is ineffective and that driver behavior has not improved over decades. Mayor Armenta also expresses frustration with delays in implementing traffic safety measures due to policy gaps and repeated turnover in public works leadership, while acknowledging the importance of having a formal policy in place. She emphasized that student safety should be the top priority and questioned how many proposed traffic calming measures have actually been fully implemented, suggesting that some improvements may not have materialized in practice. Mr. Janka explained that as part of the previously recommended crosswalk improvements at Willard, the City proposed adding curb extensions (also called chokers). These would extend the sidewalk into the roadway to shorten the crossing distance and improve visibility of pedestrians. He noted that these safety features were recommended but have not yet been installed. Mayor Armenta thanks the speaker and emphasizes urgency, noting that similar curb extensions and safety designs have been used elsewhere but have not yet been implemented at Willard. She criticized the slow pace of proposed traffic safety improvements, arguing that continued studies and proposals are not enough and that action is needed to protect children. Speaking from her experience as a teacher, she stressed that speeding near schools is a serious and ongoing danger and urges the council to prioritize implementation over additional delays. She distinguished between speed humps and smaller "speed bumps," arguing that such measures are widely used in other cities and should be feasible locally. Mayor Armenta concluded by calling for immediate action, stating that student safety must come first and expressing strong concern about the consequences of continued inaction. Council Member Ly thanked the mayor for her passion and acknowledged strong community concern about school safety near Willard. He reiterates that the current agenda item is only a policy update and not a specific action item for Willard and there is insufficient information about whether a formal speed hump request has been submitted under the 2025 policy. He emphasized that the City should follow its established 11-criteria process and rely on professional engineering review rather than informal assumptions. Council Member Ly supports consistent survey practices, recommending they be offered in four languages and in both paper and online formats Rosemead City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of February 24, 2026 Page 7 of 12 to ensure broad accessibility across the community. He requested that the Willard issue return to a future council or commission meeting with clearer information on whether a request exists and whether it meets criteria. He also asks for an update on the 2024 approved traffic calming measures, including what has been implemented and the status of crossing guards. Mayor Armenta agreed with Council Member Ly's request to review what traffic calming measures have been implemented versus what remains outstanding from prior approvals. She suggested also clarifying whether a formal request for a speed hump was ever submitted or denied. She noted it is likely no official request exists under the current 2025 policy and encourages residents to submit an application so the process can move forward properly. Mayor Armenta thanked the speakers for bringing attention to Willard, stating that their input has brought the street into focus, and expressed commitment to working together to improve safety. Council Member Clark asked whether failing to meet one of the criteria automatically disqualifies a street from consideration for traffic calming measures, or if there is flexibility to still evaluate the case further. City Manager Kim explained that all required criteria must be met in order for a street to move forward to a speed hump study, with no exceptions. He added that traffic engineers follow a standardized manual that provides official guidelines for evaluating and implementing traffic control measures. Mr. Janka explained that while traffic engineers rely on the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for general roadway standards, speed humps are not governed by that manual. Instead, speed hump installation is based on a separate set of criteria that were developed by staff and formally adopted by the City Council. He noted that those criteria such as traffic volume and speed thresholds are not fixed rules in the manual and can be adjusted by the council. He emphasized that the current requirements reflect staff recommendations and practices used by other cities but ultimately exist because the council chose to adopt them. Council Member Clark argued that the criteria should not be applied rigidly, noting from her experience on the Traffic and Planning Commissions that variances are commonly allowed in other types of cases, such as housing. She suggested that instead of strictly adhering to set numerical thresholds (like grade limits), the reviewing body should have flexibility to evaluate and decide on exceptions when appropriate. Council Member Ly stated that the established criteria exist for a purpose and were recently adopted by the council in March 2025. While he acknowledged that policies can always be changed, he emphasized that the question is whether they should be changed. He reiterated that revisiting or altering the criteria was not necessary for discussion at the moment. Mayor Armenta reiterated that there is room to reevaluate the policy criteria's. City Engineer Basilyous explained that staff must follow the current adopted policy Rosemead City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of February 24, 2026 Page 8 of 12 as written. However, he noted that the council can revisit and modify the policy in the future if it chooses to introduce changes or adjustments. Mayor Armenta echoing Council Member Ly's comments, she emphasized that since a decision has already been voted on, any changes or flexibility must go through the proper process. Mr. Janka explained that typically, when residents request something like a speed hump, they're asked to gather neighborhood support themselves. In this case, however, the streets were council -initiated, so no one led that outreach. He noted the current policy focuses on property owners, which may limit participation since owners don't always live there. He suggested including residents (like tenants) in the process to improve engagement. If the council agrees, staff could send surveys to residents instead, potentially increasing responses and helping determine whether the required 67% approval is met. Council Member Ly asked the council to confirm direction on Willard specifically, to have staff report back on what's been implemented, whether a speed hump request exists, and what the next steps are. He also stated that he's not ready to change the current speed hump policy yet, since it's been in place for less than a year. He believed the council should give it more time and only consider revisions if they prove ineffective. City Engineer Basilyous confirmed the plan to engage with residents, study the street, and prepare a staff report for the council. They will also distribute a multilingual survey to gather broader community input. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR Council Member Clark requested to pull item 4C for discussion. ACTION: Moved by Council Member Ly, seconded by Council Member Clark to approve Consent Calendar Items A, B D, and E, with the exception of C. Motion was carried out by the following votes: AYES: Armenta, Clark, Dang, Low, and Ly, NOES: None, ABSENT: None A. Claims and Demands • Resolution No. 2026-10 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $1,807,653.46 CHECKS NUMBERED 121102 THROUGH NUMBER 121192, DRAFTS NUMBERED 8816 THROUGH NUMBER 8833 AND EFT NUMBERED 53887 THROUGH NUMBER 53901 INCLUSIVELY Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-10. Rosemead City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of February 24, 2026 _Page 9 of 12- B. Minutes Recommendation: That the City Council approve the regular meeting minutes of February 28, 2023 and February 10, 2026. C. Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-07 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Program Supplemental Agreements with Caltrans for the Citywide Traffic Signal Improvement Project In 2025, the City secured a $2,572,380 grant from the Caltrans Highway Safety Improvement Program Cycle 12 for a citywide traffic safety improvement project. In order to draw down the funds, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) requires a Resolution from the City that designates the authorized signatory to sign the said grant -related Program Supplement Agreements. Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-07 authorizing the City Manager to execute the $2,572,3 80 Program Supplemental Agreements with Caltrans for the Citywide Traffic Signal Improvement Project. Council Member Clark asked whether the traffic signal improvement project includes signal synchronization. She noted that poorly timed signals cause unnecessary delays, increase pollution from idling, and frustrate drivers, and she wants to know if this issue will be addressed. City Manager Kim clarified that signal synchronization is not included in this project, as the grant focuses specifically on safety -related design features. However, he noted that the city is addressing signal synchronization through a separate project. ACTION: Moved by Council Member Ly, seconded by Council Member Clark to adopt Resolution No. 2026-07 authorizing the City Manager to execute the $2,572,380 Program Supplemental Agreements with Caltrans for the Citywide Traffic Signal Improvement Project. Motion was carried out by the following votes: AYES: Armenta, Clark, Dang, Low, and Ly, NOES: None, ABSENT: None D. Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-08 Approving a Three (3) Year Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Rosemead and the Rosemead Employee Association Professional and Confidential Unit, AFSCME Local 321, from July 1, 2025 Through June 30, 2028 The City Council will consider approval of a three-year Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") with the Rosemead Employee Association Professional and Confidential Unit ("P&C"), Local 321 of the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees ("AFSCME") covering all Professional and Confidential employees. The MOU details the terms and conditions of employment and salary ranges effective July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028. City representatives negotiated the tentative agreement with the Union which has also been ratified by the Union. AFSCME is the exclusive representative of employees in the City's Professional and Confidential Unit. Rosemead City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of February 24, 2026 Page 10 of 12 Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-08, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A THREE (3) YEAR MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AND THE ROSEMEAD EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION PROFESSIONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL UNIT, AFSCME LOCAL 321 FROM JULY 1, 2025 THROUGH DUNE 30, 2028 E. Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-05, Amending the City of Rosemead Consolidated Salary Schedule for Fiscal Years 2025-26 Through 2027-28, Including Establishment of a Salary Range for the City Manager and Updating the Professional and Confidential Group Salary Schedule California Code of Regulations Section 570.5 and amendments to Section 571(b) require that a consolidated salary schedule, reflecting all City classifications and corresponding salary ranges, be publicly available for purposes of determining eligible compensation for retirement. Accordingly, the consolidated salary schedule must be adopted by the City Council, including compensation changes approved through a Memorandum of Understanding and/or employee salary and City Manager Kim benefit resolutions. The proposed resolution adopts the City's consolidated salary schedule for Fiscal Years 2025-26 through 2027-28, establishes a salary range for the City Manager position for purposes of AB 642 compliance, and incorporates approved cost -of -living adjustments for the Professional and Confidential group. Adoption of the consolidated salary schedule ensures compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and accurately reflects authorized compensation actions. Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-05, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CONSOLIDATED SALARY SCHEDULE IN COMPLIANCE WITH CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS TITLE 2, SECTIONS 570.5 AND 571 FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 2025 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2028 5. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF A. Update on Speed Hump Traffic Calming Applications Item was moved to the beginning of the meeting for discussion. 6. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL A. Discussion and Review of the Public Safety Connections Administrative Policy No. 50-07 Rosemead City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of February 24, 2026 Page]] of 12 On January 27, 2026, Council Member Ly requested that the Public Safety Connections Administrative Policy, No. 50-07, be brought back to the City Council for review. The program has been paused since 2020. Recommendation: That the City Council review and discuss the Public Safety Connections Administrative Policy No. 50-07 and provide direction. Council Member Ly proposed eliminating Policy 50-07, noting it's no longer needed now that the Public Safety Commission exists. He stated the policy served its purpose and formally moved to remove it from the administrative policies. ACTION: Moved by Council Member Ly, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Low to eliminate Administrative Policy 50-07, officially dissolving the Public Safety Connections Forum. Motion was carried out by the following votes: AYES: Armenta, Clark, Dang, Low, and Ly, NOES: None, ABSENT: None B. Council Comments Council Member Dang asked City Engineer Basilyous about the newly installed guardrails particularly along Rosemead Boulevard and noted they look unusual and unattractive. He wondered if they're related to Caltrans, why they're only being installed on that street, and asked for clarification on their purpose. City Engineer Basilyous stated he had not seen the guardrails and needed to investigate. He believed they're likely installed by Caltrans but did not have details and will look into it. Council Member Dang gave a shoutout to Jean Kwan for organizing a "Kids Park Cleanup" event at Rosemead Park, where children and adults volunteer to clean. Mayor Armenta announced the Beautification Commission was hosting their quarterly clean up at the Garvey Community and Senior Center communal garden. Encourage the public to attend to help beautify the area. 7. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Armenta adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m. F.3-99:TSITAa11 Sandra Armenta, Mayor Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk Rosemead City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of February 24, 2026 Page 12 of 12