City Council Regular Meeting - June 2, 2026 - City of San Gabriel

The City Council of San Gabriel held a regular meeting on June 2, 2026, focusing extensively on procurement and budgetary matters. Key procurement discussions included the approval of the citywide fee schedule for fiscal year 2026-2027, which introduced new fees such as a bingo permit and massage certificate of operation fee, and adjusted others by a 3% CPI increase. The council also approved hiring MPD Events as the operator for the 2026 Dumpling and Beer Festival, following a competitive RFP process, with the operator assuming primary responsibility for event logistics and financial risk. Additionally, the council conducted a public hearing and adopted the fiscal year 2026-2027 operating budget and capital improvement program, which included $9.4 million in new CIP funding, notably $3.6 million added for the annual streets program. A significant agenda item was the discussion on placing a local sales and use tax measure on the November 2026 ballot to fund major capital improvements including a new police station, fire services, and park facilities. Council members expressed consensus to move forward with a 1% sales tax measure, emphasizing the need for sustainable funding for public safety and infrastructure. The meeting also included approval of a resolution vacating an unused sidewalk area along South Mission Drive, transferring liability and maintenance responsibilities to the adjacent property owner. Motions related to these procurement and budget items were passed unanimously, reflecting council support for advancing the city’s capital and operational priorities.