City of San Dimas Regular City Council - September 8th, 2026

The City of San Dimas held its regular City Council meeting on September 8, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the introduction and approval of Ordinance 1340, which amended the municipal code to conditionally permit new vehicle sales and associated accessory uses, including outdoor vehicle storage, within Specific Plan 6. This amendment facilitates the establishment of a Rivian vehicle sales and service facility at 502 West Covina Boulevard, featuring a 51,000 square foot building with indoor vehicle maintenance and a separate parking lot for inventory and employee parking. The council approved the conditional use permit and the ordinance unanimously, anticipating the creation of 30 to 50 jobs and additional sales tax revenue. The meeting also covered appointments and reappointments of city commissioners across various commissions, with motions passed to reappoint interested commissioners and to advertise vacancies. Other agenda items included community updates, public comments, and recognition of National Patriotism Week and the upcoming 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.