City Council Regular Meeting - July 21, 2026 - City of San Gabriel

The City Council of San Gabriel held a regular meeting on July 21, 2026, which included significant procurement-related discussions primarily focused on solid waste services and a veterans memorial project. The council conducted a public hearing on Proposition 218 regarding proposed solid waste rate increases and a new rate adjustment formula related to compliance with California's SB 1383 organic waste mandates. After extensive public comment and discussion, the council certified that a majority protest did not exist and approved the new solid waste rates and adjustment methodology. The meeting also reviewed and approved the updated conceptual design for the Veterans Memorial, authorized the city manager to execute an agreement with DVD Creative for construction documents, and adopted a budget amendment of $12,615 for the project. Additionally, the council approved placing a 1% transactions and use tax measure on the November 2026 ballot to support city services including public safety. The meeting concluded with various council and city manager reports and adjourned in memory of a local World War II veteran.