The City of West Covina - June 2, 2026 - City Council Meeting

The West Covina City Council held a meeting on June 2, 2026, covering a wide range of community and city management topics. Key procurement-related discussions included the consideration and approval of a contract with On Duty Health for a fire department wellness program. Council members debated procedural issues regarding budget allocations and the need for a competitive bidding process, ultimately deciding to table the item until a budget amendment with identified funding sources could be presented. The council also approved the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) action plan, allocating approximately $850,000 for various community projects, including residential street rehabilitation. Additionally, the council introduced an ordinance amending municipal codes related to supportive and transitional housing and approved an ordinance updating animal control regulations to include mandatory spay, neuter, and microchipping requirements. Other procurement and capital improvement updates included sidewalk replacement projects, fire station renovations, and LED lighting upgrades at Palm View Park. The meeting also featured the swearing-in of the new city manager, Milin Marakage, and discussions on street sweeping enforcement and signage issues. Several community events and local business recognitions were presented, highlighting ongoing city engagement and development efforts.