City of San Dimas Regular City Council - July 28th, 2026

The City of San Dimas held its regular City Council meeting on July 28, 2026, which included the installation of newly elected officials and the appointment of the mayor pro tem. A significant portion of the meeting focused on community updates, public comments, and council member reflections on recent achievements and challenges. Key procurement-related discussions included the introduction and approval of an ordinance amending the city's purchasing system and public project bid protest procedures to clarify bidding exemptions for professional services, allow for standardization exceptions, and update protest deadlines and appeal thresholds. The council also approved a recommendation to adjust operating hours for the city's Proposition A funded dial-a-ride cab service to reduce costs, with discussions on potential impacts to senior riders. Additionally, the council authorized the city clerk to sign a letter supporting Assembly Bill 1821 regarding California Public Records Act agency response times. Other agenda items included updates on capital improvement projects such as street and park restroom rehabilitation. The meeting concluded with council member reports and community event discussions, including the success of the July 3rd celebration and upcoming National Night Out event.