At its February 24 meeting, the Alhambra City Council appointed new leadership, approved key community initiatives, and took steps to strengthen the city’s emergency response capabilities.
As part of the city’s standard rotation process, Katherine Lee was officially named Mayor of Alhambra, succeeding Noya Wang, while Jeff Maloney was appointed Vice Mayor. The Council also rotated department assignments, with Adele Andrade-Stadler overseeing Public Works, Ross J. Maza leading Public Safety, and Noya Wang managing the Department of Supplies. The transition was marked by a Presentation of the Colors by the Alhambra Police Department Honor Guard, a Certificate of Appreciation for outgoing Mayor Wang, and the Oaths of Office for the newly appointed Mayor and Vice Mayor. Following the ceremony, a community reception was held in the City Hall lobby, allowing residents to engage with city leadership.
The Council also approved the return of the Summer Food Service Program, ensuring that children have continued access to nutritious meals while school is out. Running from May 30 to August 4, 2025, the program will provide free lunches and snacks for children aged 1 to 18 at designated park locations throughout the city. This initiative remains a vital part of Alhambra’s efforts to support local families and combat food insecurity.
In response to the destructive windstorm and extreme fire weather that impacted the region on January 7, 2025. The Council took action to secure disaster recovery funding. The severe weather event caused widespread power outages, fallen trees, and damage to city infrastructure, prompting the Council to declare a local emergency through Resolution No. R2M25-1. To expedite the process of obtaining federal and state financial assistance, the Council approved a State of California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) Designation of Applicant’s Agent Resolution. This resolution designates the City Manager, Fire Chief, and Finance Director as Alhambra’s official representatives in securing disaster relief funds from FEMA and Cal OES. The designation will remain in effect for three years, ensuring the city is prepared for future emergency situations.
With these actions, Alhambra is reaffirming its commitment to strong leadership, essential community services, and proactive emergency response. Residents are encouraged to stay informed, participate in local programs, and attend upcoming City Council meetings to engage with the decision-making process.
