San Gabriel Celebrated Installation of

New City Council

At yesterday's City Council meeting, the City installed Councilmember Wu, Councilmember Menchaca and Councilmember Chan as the elected Council for the City of San Gabriel. They were sworn in and celebrated by their families, the community and several officials from neighboring cities and representatives from our county, state and federal legislators.

The City Council also celebrated Councilmember Carina Rivera as she ended her term on the City Council. Councilmember Rivera was appointed by the City Council in February 2022 when then Councilmember Jason Pu and Mayor Chin Ho Liao both resigned from their seats.

The City Council would like to thank Councilmember Rivera for her dedicated service and for her support to the community.

During the meeting, elected City Clerk Julie Nguyen was sworn in for another four years of service to the San Gabriel community. City Treasurer Kevin Sawkins was not present at the meeting but will be serving the community for another four years as well.

To watch last night's meeting, please click here.

San Gabriel Says Thank You to Chief Gene Harris

After more than six years of service, San Gabriel Police Chief Gene Harris is departing the City of San Gabriel. Chief Harris will be joining the City of Pasadena as their new police chief.

“I’m honored to have served the San Gabriel community and interacted with so many wonderful people here. It has been a great experience in the City of San Gabriel, and it has helped me further develop my skills and understanding in my quest to become an exemplary public servant,” said Chief Harris.

Harris is known for his community- and team-oriented philosophies. During his tenure in San Gabriel, he instilled an integrated approach with a focus on community service and outreach. Under Harris’s leadership, the police department has developed close relationships with various San Gabriel community organizations, such as the Lions Club, San Gabriel Kiwanis Club, La Casa de San Gabriel and Asian Youth Center.

Some of Harris’s major accomplishments include:

• Focusing on staff development to foster future law enforcement leaders for San Gabriel. Harris empowered San Gabriel police officers to advance their law enforcement knowledge and leadership skills through attending development programs at the FBI National Academy, West Point Leadership Program, P.O.S.T. Command College etc.

• Creating the department’s Community Engagement Bureau to better engage with the community, provide mental health evaluation and serve as a resource at San Gabriel schools. The bureau continues to grow and has become a strong partner in the community.

• Ensuring the San Gabriel Police Department receives first-hand knowledge of the latest and best law enforcement information, legislations and practices, through his involvement as President of Los Angeles County Police Chiefs’ Association and as a member of the California Police Chiefs Association.

“Chief Harris is an important part of the San Gabriel city leadership team. I’m grateful for his work fostering next-generation leaders and developing SGPD into a community-focused police department,” said Mark Lazzaretto, City Manager of the City of San Gabriel. “We will miss his infectious laugh, positive attitude and excellent leadership. We wish him the best of luck for his next adventure.”

As the city begins to search for a new police chief, Captain Riki Nakamura will act as the interim police chief. The position will be open for recruitment in the future and more information will be available at SanGabrielCity.com/Jobs.

San Gabriel Hosts a Blood Drive in the New Year

Resolve to help others in 2023 – give blood with the American Red Cross.

January is National Blood Donor Month, the perfect time to make a lifesaving donation. The start of a new year is the perfect time to make a resolution to become a regular blood donor in 2023. The Red Cross observes this as a time to celebrate the generous volunteer donors and to encourage others to join their lifesaving mission. Also, all who come to give during January 1 through 31 will automatically be entered for a chance to win an exciting trip for two to Super Bowl LVII in Phoenix. Includes travel, hotel, and a $500 gift card. Encourage friends and family to join you. Remember 1 pint can help up to 3 patients.

To register for a time, please visit

https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-time

Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste

Drive-Thru Collection On Saturday, January 7

The City of San Gabriel is hosting a Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste Drive-Thru Collection on Saturday, January 7 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Mission Playhouse parking lot.

For more information, please contact the Public Works Department at (626) 308-2875.

Receive Your Free At-home Rapid COVID-19 Tests Through the USPS

LA County residents can order free at-home rapid COVID-19 tests again from the United States Postal Services. Orders are limited to one order per residential address. Each order includes four individual rapid antigen COVID-19 tests. 

To place an order, please visit special.usps.com/testkits or call 1-800-232-0233.

There is Still Time to Apply for the

Planning and HEAR Commissions

Don't forget that there is still time to apply for the city's Planning and HEAR Commissions. The deadline is December 31, 2022. For more information or to apply, please visit SanGabrielCity.com/Commissions.

Planning Commission

Positions available: 1

*Term ends May 31, 2023*

HEAR Commission

Positions available: 3

*Two-year term begins February 1, 2023 and ends January 31, 2025*

Mark Your Calendar for Santa's Travel

Santa will be traveling through the City of San Gabriel beginning Tuesday, December 20 through Friday, December 23, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. nightly, through the City of San Gabriel.

• Tuesday, December 20 - Southwest (south of the railroad tracks to the I-10 freeway and from Del Mar Avenue, west to New Avenue)

• Wednesday, December 21 - Southeast (south of the railroad tracks to the I-10 freeway and from Del Mar Avenue, east to Charlotte Avenue)

• Thursday, December 22 - Northwest (north of the railroad tracks to Longden Avenue and from Del Mar Avenue, west to Alhambra Road)

• Friday, December 23 - Northeast (north of the railroad tracks to Longden Avenue and from Del Mar Avenue, east to Muscatel Avenue)

For more information and to view a neighborhood map, please visit SanGabrielCity.com/Santa.

• Santa Travels Through San Gabriel - Tuesday, December 20 through Friday, December 23
• Blood Drive - Friday, January 6 at Padillo Room (324 S. Mission Drive)
• Free Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste Collection - Saturday, January 7 at Mission Playhouse (320 S. Mission Drive)
• Senior Movie Day - Monday, January 9 at Adult Recreation Center

Please stay tuned for more information in the upcoming weeks.

City Council Meeting - December 20, 2022

Watch a replay of the December 20 City Council meeting where the City Council thanked Chief Harris for his dedicated service to the community and wished him well. Also, the new Council Members were sworn in

Historical Preservation Commission Meeting - December 14, 2022

Watch a replay of the December 14 Historical Preservation Commission meeting. 

Work at the City of San Gabriel



• Administrative Assistant I - Code Enforcement Aide
• Recreation Specialist
• And more

Job opportunities may be found here.