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Rosemead City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda January 13, 2026
CITY OF ROSEMEAD
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
City Hall Council Chamber
8838 East Valley Boulevard
Rosemead, CA 91770
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
7:00 P.M. Regular Meeting
City Council
Sandra Armenta, Mayor
Polly Low, Mayor Pro Tem
Margaret Clark, Council Member
Sean Dang, Council Member
Steven Ly, Council Member
Brown Act
Pursuant to provisions of the Brown Act, no action may be taken on a matter unless it is listed on the agenda, or unless
certain emergency or special circumstances exist. The City Council may direct staff to investigate and/or schedule certain
matters for consideration at a future City Council meeting.
General Conduct/Decorum During Meeting:
While the City Council is in session, all attendees are required to observe the proceedings and adhere to established rules
of decorum. No individual shall engage in behavior that is intended to or likely to incite violent or riotous actions, nor shall
anyone disturb the orderly conduct of the meeting. Remarks must be made exclusively from the podium and directed to
the Council as a whole, rather than to individual members or the audience. Comments and exchanges from the audience
will not be acknowledged, as focus should remain on the speaker or the Council. Attendees are requested to silence their
cellphones during the meeting. Any individual who causes ongoing disruption may be subject to removal from the
proceedings per Government Code 54957.95.
Americans with Disabilities Act
In compliance with the ADA, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s
Office at (626) 569-2100 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to allow the city to make reasonable arrangements to ensure
accessibility to the meeting or service.
Any writings or documents provided to the majority of the Rosemead City Council regarding any item on this agenda will
be made available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s Office during normal business hours.
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REGULAR MEETING
7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Council Member Ly
INVOCATION – Mayor Armenta
1. PUBLIC COMMENT
The City Council will hear public comments on matters not listed on the agenda during the
Public Comments section from the audience. Opportunity to address the City Council on
non-agenda items is limited to 3 minutes per speaker. The public may address com ments in
person or via zoom using Meeting ID: 816 8326 8424 and Passcode: 741910. Written
comments may be submitted to publiccomment@rosemeadca.gov by 5:00 p.m. All
comments are public record and will be recorded in the official record of the city.
2. PRESENTATION
A. Retirement Recognition of Maintenance Lead Worker, Jimmy Limon for his
30 years of service in the Public Services Division
B. Administration of the Oath of Office to Sandra Armenta to Assume the Position of
Mayor
C. Administration of the Oath of Office to Polly Low to Assume the Position of
Mayor Pro Tem
D. Presentations and Commendations for Newly Appointed Mayor Sandra Armenta,
Mayor Pro Tem Polly Low, and Outgoing Mayor Margaret Clark
The City Council will recess the meeting to a brief reception.
3. PUBLIC HEARING
CEQA: The following item is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act, unless noted
on the item.
A. Public Hearing to Consider Adoption and Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1030 –
Amending Title 15 of the Rosemead Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction)
On December 9, 2025, the City Council introduced for first reading, Ordinance
No. 1030, an ordinance adopting by reference, the 2025 California Building
Standards Code as amended and adopted by Los Angeles County. At this meeting,
the City Council also adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 1031 to ensure the City' s
building and safety authority remains in effect without interruption on
January 1, 2026, and until Ordinance No. 1030 becomes effective.
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Recommendation: That the City Council take the following actions:
1. Conduct a public hearing and receive public testimony; and
2. Move to approve the second reading and adopt by title, Ordinance No. 1030,
entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 15 BUILDINGS AND
CONSTRUCTION AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, THE
2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, AS
AMENDED AND ADOPTED BY LOS ANGELES COUNTY
INCLUDING BUILDING, RESIDENTIAL, ELECTRICAL,
PLUMBING, MECHANICAL, GREEN BUILDING, EXISTING
BUILDINGS, ENERGY, AND HISTORICAL BUILDINGS
CODES, WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, AND
DELETIONS THERETO
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
CEQA: The following items are not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act, unless noted
on the item.
A. Claims and Demands
• Resolution No. 2026-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS
AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $881,518.52 CHECKS
NUMBERED 120741 THROUGH NUMBER 120819, AND EFT
NUMBERED 53766 THROUGH NUMBER 53783
INCLUSIVELY
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-01.
• Resolution No. 2026-02
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS
AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $2,967,140.35 CHECKS
NUMBERED 120820 THROUGH NUMBER 120900, DRAFTS
NUMBERED 8661 THROUGH NUMBER 8711 AND EFT
NUMBERED 53784 THROUGH NUMBER 53822
INCLUSIVELY
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-02.
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B. 2026 City Council Meeting Schedule
City Council meetings are scheduled for the second and fourth Tuesday of each
month at 7:00 p.m. In the past, the City Council has canceled the second meetings in
August (for summer break), November (for Thanksgiving), and December (for
Christmas). Adopting a 2026 meeting schedule will help the City Council, staff, and
the community plan their schedules in advance. The City Council has the discretion
to add, modify, or cancel meetings as needed.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the City Council meeting schedule
for the 2026 calendar year.
C. Approval of Annual List of Proclamations for Calendar Year 2026
Each year, a list of proclamations is approved for the calendar year. The 2026
Proclamations are before the City Council for consideration.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the 2026 List of Proclamations.
D. Accept Completed Improvements and Authorize the Filing of a Notice of Completion
for the Public Safety Center Upgrades Project No. 31028
On October 22, 2024, the City Council awarded a construction contract to
Royal Construction Corp. for the Public Safety Center Upgrades Project.
The total construction budget, including a 10% contingency, was $2,626,800.00.
On June 10, 2025, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2025-30 amending the
City’s Fiscal Year 2024-25 CIP budget to appropriate additional funds in the amount
of $255,850.00 to cover the costs of unforeseen conditions. All construction
improvements have been completed and have been accepted by City staff. A notice
of completion will be filed with the Los Angeles County Recorder upon approval by
the City Council. The release of retention funds will occur 35 days after the filing of
the notice of completion.
Recommendation: That the City Council take the following actions:
1. Accept the completed improvements for the Public Safety Center Upgrades
Project No. 31028 as performed by Royal Construction, Corp.; and
2. Authorize the recordation of Notice of Completion with the Los Angeles County
Recorder and the release of retention funds 35 days thereafter.
E. Federal Legislative Advocacy Days – Washington, DC
The City’s Federal lobbyist David Turch & Associates is coordinating Federal lobby
days for members of the City Council and City staff potentially in February, March,
June, and/or September 2026. Visiting while representatives are in session provides
the maximum opportunity to meet with them face-to-face. The intent is to conduct
meetings to discuss topics on Transportation, Public Safety, Affordable Housing,
Economic Development, and various issues affecting the City of Rosemead.
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Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the attendance, at City expense,
of any Council Member and City staff interested in attending Federal Legislative
Advocacy Days in Washington, DC, potentially in February, March, June, and/or
September 2026.
5. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF
6. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
A. Mayor’s Appointments for 2026 Calendar Year
Each year, a listing of City Council Member appointments to a variety of Regional
and State committees and boards is prepared and submitted to the Mayor. Once the
appointments have been made, the City Clerk’s office will prepare the Agency Report
of Public Official Appointments Form 806, as required by the Fair Political Practices
Commission (FPPC), file the form with the FPPC, and post it on the City’s website.
Recommendation: That the City Council discuss and approve the Mayor’s
Appointments for the 2026 Calendar Year and direct the City Clerk to prepare and
file Form 806.
B. Council Comments
7. ADJOURNMENT
The next City Council meeting will take place on January 27, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the
Rosemead City Hall Council Chamber.
POSTING AFFIDAVIT
I, Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk, or my designee, hereby certify that a true and correct,
accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted seventy-two hours prior to the meeting,
per Government Code 54954.2, at the following locations: City Hall, 8838 East Valley
Boulevard; Rosemead Community Recreation Center, 3936 N. Muscatel Avenue; Garvey
Community Center, 9108 Garvey Avenue; Public Safety Center, 8301 Garvey Avenue;
United States Post Office, 8845 Valley Boulevard; Rosemead Library, 8800 Valley
Boulevard and on the City’s website (www.rosemeadca.gov)
________________________ January 8, 2026
Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk Date
8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, CA 91770
City Hall is open Monday - Thursday from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. City Hall is closed on Fridays.
T: (626) 569-2100 W: www.rosemeadca.gov
MEETING SCHEDULE:
SCOOP
Beautification Commission Meeting — CANCELLED
Wednesday, January 14 @ 7:00 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting — CANCELLED
Monday, January 19 @ 7:00 p.m.
City Council Meeting
Tuesday, January 27 @ 7:00 p.m.
Public Safety Commission Meeting
Thursday, January 22 @ 7:00 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting
Monday, February 2 @ 7:00 p.m.
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Every year, the City of Rosemead partners with The Los Angeles
Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) for the Greater Los Angeles
Homeless Count. Join us on Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
to volunteer for the 2026 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count
at 7:00 p.m. at the Rosemead Community Recreation Center
(Room 4). This annual Count plays a critical role in identifying
individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Please help
make a difference in our Rosemead community and sign up to
volunteer for the count at: https://count.lahsa.org/pages/volunteer-
registration. Please enter “91770” in the search bar and select
“Rosemead” as the site. Your participation can help make a real
and measurable difference!
CITY FACILITIES WILL BE CLOSED ON
MONDAY, JANUARY 19, 2026
IN OBSERVANCE OF MARTIN LUTHER
KING JR DAY.
WE WILL RESUME REGULAR
BUSINESS HOURS ON TUESDAY,
JANUARY 20, 2026