Diamond Bar City Council Meeting May 5, 2026

The City of Diamond Bar held its City Council meeting on May 5, 2026. The meeting included presentations recognizing a local student awarded the 2026 Southern California Edison Scholarship and a detailed public safety report for 2025. The public safety update highlighted the city's contract with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, which represents the largest single budget item at approximately $8.6 million for law enforcement services. Crime statistics showed a nearly 10% reduction in burglaries and a 9% decrease in total part one crimes compared to the previous year. The council approved an appropriation for special legal services related to sewer matters. Additionally, the council discussed upcoming community events and ongoing public safety initiatives, including a planned prescription burn for fire prevention. No new contracts or procurement actions were reported during this meeting.