The latest news, events and updates from the City of San Gabriel

Become an Election Worker for the Upcoming Elections

As the election season approaches, California is looking for dedicated election workers to ensure the smooth and seamless operation of polling centers for the March 4, 2024 Election.

To become an election worker in Los Angeles County, the following requirements must be met:

• Be 18 years of age or older (unless participating in the Student Election Worker Program)
• Be a U.S. citizen and registered to vote in California or a Legal Permanent Resident

What does an election worker do?

Election workers are responsible for setting up and closing polling places, guiding voters to understand their rights, and safeguarding ballots and voting equipment.

To apply to become an election worker, visit LAvote.gov/ElectionWorker.

Santa Claus Rides Through San Gabriel Next Week

From December 20 to December 23, Santa will be driving through the streets of San Gabriel riding atop his fire sleigh, wishing everyone a merry Christmas and happy holidays from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. every night.

Here’s the schedule for Santa’s visits:

• December 20: Santa will visit the Southwest, which includes the area south of the railroad tracks to the I-10 freeway and from Del Mar Avenue west to New Avenue.

• December 21: The Southeast will be Santa's destination, covering the area south of the railroad tracks to the I-10 freeway and from Del Mar Avenue east to Charlotte Avenue.

• December 22: Santa's route will take him to the Northwest, including the area north of the railroad tracks to Longden Avenue and from Del Mar Avenue west to Alhambra Road.

• December 23: Finally, Santa will visit the Northeast, spreading holiday cheer in the area north of the railroad tracks to Longden Avenue and from Del Mar Avenue east to Muscatel Avenue.

All residents and visitors are encouraged to take part in this festive occasion, as Santa Claus brings the spirit of the season to the streets of San Gabriel.

Santa’s visit may be canceled if weather conditions impede his travel. For ease of travel, the sleigh may briefly pass through unincorporated sections of San Gabriel County before resuming its route within the city.

For more information, visit SanGabrielCity.com/Santa.

Holiday Trash Collection Schedule

Residential and commercial trash/recycling pick-up services will not be available on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day; instead, Athens Services will collect trash the next day.

• Monday, December 25, 2023 (Christmas Day): Bins will be collected on Tuesday, December 26
• Monday, January 1, 2024 (New Year’s Day): Bins will be collected on Tuesday, January 2

To ensure your trash is collected, please place your bins out the night before trash day, no later than 6 a.m. on the day of service.

Please visit AthensServices.com or contact Athens Services at 1-888-336-6100 for more information on holiday trash collection schedules.

Overnight Parking Exemptions for the Holiday Season

For the holiday season, overnight parking will not be enforced on the following dates: 

• December 24 beginning at 2 a.m. through December 26 at 6 a.m.
• December 31 beginning at 2 a.m. through January 1, 2024 at 6 a.m.

Overnight parking permits will still be required for all other days. Temporary overnight parking permits may be purchased online or from 24-hour permit vending machines located at the following locations:

• San Gabriel Police Department, 625 S. Del Mar Avenue
• San Gabriel Parks and Recreation Department, 250 S. Mission Drive
• Marshall Satellite Police Station, 311 W. Marshall Street

For more information, please contact the San Gabriel Police Department at (626) 308-2828.

Report A Pothole Online

If you see any potholes or other road problems, please submit them at SanGabrielCity.com/StreetProblem.

Report Code Enforcement Issues



To report any code enforcement complaint or violation, please submit a report to SanGabrielCity.com/NIS.

• Spark of Love Toy Drive - Daily through December 24 at Fire Stations 51, 52 and City Hall
• Santa Rides Through San Gabriel - Evenings of Wednesday, December 20 through Saturday, December 23

Visit SanGabrielCity.com for more upcoming events.

City Council Meeting - December 5, 2023

Watch a replay of the December 5 City Council Meeting during which City Council recognized employees for their service and excellence.

Click here to view a full summary of actions that were taken at the recent meeting.

HEAR Commission Meeting - December 12, 2023

Watch a replay of the December 12 Human Equity, Access and Relations Commission meeting.

Join Our Team at the City of San Gabriel



• Code Enforcement Officer
• Executive Assistant (Police Department)
• Police Officers (Entry Level Recruit, Academy Graduate, Lateral, Reserve Police Officer)
• Recreation Leader (youth program)
• Lifeguards/Swim instructors
• Mission Playhouse stage crew and box office staff



Job opportunities may be found here.

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