Valley Blvd. Hotel Proposals Show Progress

The real estate blog Curbed LA reports that hotel construction in Los Angeles is booming, thanks to tourism. More than 3,000 new hotel rooms are expected to be built in the next few years in the region. Whether San Gabriel... Read on...

Freshly Painted Road Lines Guide the Way

Several San Gabriel arterials are currently being restriped under the guidance of the Engineering Division. The bright lane lines will improve safety along sections of Las Tunas Drive, San Gabriel Blvd., Valley Blvd. and Del... Read on...

Reduced-Fare Metro Cards Available for Seniors and Disabled

The Parks and Recreation Department has started a program through Metro called “On the Move Riders Club.” This initiative offers reduced-fare TAP cards to residents 62 years and older and to disabled residents.

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ACE Project Update

At a construction coordination meeting, City staff, ACE staff, and the contractor agreed to close Mission Rd. at the railroad tracks beginning Monday, June 10 for a period of two weeks in order to complete utility work. Once... Read on...

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SGV Nonprofits Receive Community Grants; Including Herald Christian, SGUSD and La Casa

The San Gabriel Valley Tribune reports that Kaiser Permanente awarded community benefit grants to 36 nonprofit organizations within the San Gabriel Valley. The grants range from $2,500 to $25,000 and help the nonprofits... Read on...

Planning Commission Approves Proposed Development

On Monday, May 13, the Planning Commission held a public hearing for the proposed mixed-use development at 416 E. Las Tunas Drive. The project features 9,000 square feet of commercial space, 15 residential condominiums and... Read on...

Pedal Around Town During National Bike Month

May is National Bike Month. From the League of American Bicyclists, it is “an opportunity to celebrate the unique power of the bicyle and the many reasons we ride. Whether you bike to work or school; to save money or time;... Read on...

La Laguna de San Gabriel: One of America’s Coolest Playgrounds

Join in family-friendly activities at La Laguna in Vincent Lugo Park on Saturday, May 18 at 2:00 p.m. This free event is being held in recognition of the anniversary of the dedication of the playground.

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Welcome, Council Member Chin Ho Liao. Council Elects Costanzo Mayor, Harrington Vice Mayor

A full house of appreciative residents welcomed San Gabriel’s newest Council member Chin Ho Liao to the dais Tuesday night, following Council action resolving a challenge to his election.

As jubilant supporters looked on,... Read on...

Design Review Commission Approves Bus Shelter Design

The Design Review Commission has approved final designs for new citywide bus shelters. Funded by a federal grant, the installation of 25 new shelters is intended not only to provide riders coverage and protection from... Read on...

Next Budget Study Session Set Monday at City Hall. Departments present Proposals in Council Workshop

The third Council study session of this budget season will be held next Monday, May 13, at 5:00 p.m. in Conference Room ‘A’ at City Hall. During the meeting, the City Manager and Finance Director will review the status of... Read on...

Public Works Shows the Importance of Infrastructure

During National Public Works Week, May 19-25, the Public Works Department will demonstrate how staff contributes to San Gabriel residents’ daily lives at its 11th annual Open House on Thursday, May 23 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00... Read on...

Statement of the City of San Gabriel Regarding Election Matter

On Monday, May 6, the San Gabriel City Council voted to reject the challenge filed by resident Fred Paine, and seat Mr. Chin Ho Liao as a member of the Council.

The motion, carried on a 3-1 vote, was followed by applause... Read on...

Council Concludes Hearing in Council Member-Elect Residency Matter

On Saturday, April 27, the San Gabriel City Council concluded three days of hearing into the residency qualifications of Council Member-elect Chin Ho Liao. After closing arguments from both Challenger and Candidate, the... Read on...

Council Continues Hearing in Council Member-Elect Residency Matter

The San Gabriel City Council tonight recessed its ongoing hearing into the qualifications of Council Member-elect Chin Ho Liao.

The City Council has determined that in order to meet its schedule for the hearing and... Read on...

Centennial Commemorative Edition - The Council Weekly

This week marks the 100th anniversary of San Gabriel’s incorporation on April 24, 1913. As part of this week’s celebration, we are pleased to issue a special edition of the Council Weekly. Our thanks go to the many... Read on...

ACE night construction starts on San Gabriel Blvd.

Beginning on Monday, April 22, Alameda Corridor-East Construction Authority (ACE) contractor, Walsh Construction and sub-contractor Steve Bubal Construction Co., will dig trenches to install and backfill a new 66-inch storm... Read on...

Don't Miss Mowing Down AIr Pollution.

This annual program offers SCAQMD residents an opportunity to help clean the air by exchanging an old, operable gasoline-powered lawn mower and purchasing a new electric lawnmower.Pre-registration is required.

DRC approves proposed police, public works designs

Monday night the city’s Design Review Commission reviewed and approved proposed designs for the new Public Works and Police Department facilities. Commissioners said they were pleased to see the progress on both facilities,... Read on...

Planning Commission reviews zoning, EIR for City facilities, recommends approval

The Planning Commission held the first public hearing on the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Public Works and Police facilities July 9, recommending approval of the environmental impact report, zone changes, and... Read on...

San Gabriel Police Officers Association Sues City; City Responds, Issues Detailed Responses

March 13, 2012

Last week the San Gabriel Police Officers Association filed a lawsuit against the City of San Gabriel, members of the Council and City staff, alleging that the City has misappropriated funds from the City’s... Read on...