City Council introduces battery disposal service at City Hall

The City of Milpitas City Council meeting held on April 2, 2025, addressed several key topics, including community services and local ordinances.

The meeting began with a notable announcement from Council Member Lam regarding a new initiative for residents. He informed attendees that Milpitas residents can now dispose of their household batteries at City Hall on the first floor. A designated plastic container has been set up for this purpose, and Lam expressed gratitude to the city manager, assistant city manager, and public works staff for implementing this service.

Following this, Vice Mayor raised a point regarding the city's bingo ordinance. He noted the growing popularity of bingo within the community and suggested a review of the existing ordinance. The Vice Mayor emphasized the importance of enhancing the ordinance to improve transparency and community involvement, indicating a desire for further discussion on this matter.

The meeting concluded with no additional comments from other council members, highlighting the focus on these two significant topics. The council's next steps will likely involve further exploration of the bingo ordinance and continued support for community services like the battery disposal initiative.