City Council Meeting Minutes
June 9, 2026
CITY OF BELMONT, CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, ONE TWIN PINES LANE, BELMONT,
CALIFORNIA
June 9, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 PM
2. ROLL CALL
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Pang-Maganaris, McCune, Jordan, Mates COUNCILMEMBERS ABSENT: Latimerlo
3. ITEMS BEFORE 7:00 PM
A. CLOSED SESSION (6:30 PM)
i. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), One case: Belmont Village Community Association v. City of Belmont, San Mateo Superior Court No. 26-CIV-00463 ii. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)): Claim of Ashley and Anthony Jarc (April 14, 2026) iii. EXISTING LITIGATION
Gov. Code Section 54956.9)(D)(1): County of San Mateo, et al. v. State of California, et al., San Francisco Superior Court Case No. CPF-25- 519270; consideration of litigation status, strategies, and options, including possible dismissal of suit.
ADJOURNMENT at 7:10 pm to regular meeting.
Submitted by,
Joxi
B. STUDY SESSION - none
C. SPECIAL SESSION/OTHER TOPICS - none
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Mayor Mates
5. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Rennie stated that no reportable action was taken at the earlier closed session.
6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. Proclamation Oberserving Pride Month
Mayor Mates read the proclamation.
Dana Johnson, from the San Mateo County LGBTQIA+ Commission accepted the proclamation.
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B. Proclamation Observing Juneteenth Independence Day
Mayor Mates read the proclamation.
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Comments received via email prior to the meeting from Guliano Carlini
8. COUNCILMEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmembers announced upcoming summer events in the community.
Andry Frisch commented on the Kainos Home.
Chris Lu, Belmont Library, provided information library activities.
Guliano Carlini commented on bicycle infrastructure in the City.
9. CONSENT BUSINESS
A. Approval of April 14, 2026 Meeting Minutes
B. 2026 Sanitary Sewer and Storm Drain Rehabilitation Project – Bid Authorization Resolution 2026-36 approving plans and specifications; authorizing advertisement for sealed bids; authorizing the City Manager to execute a construction contract with the lowest responsible and responsive bidder for the 2026 Sanitary Sewer and Storm Drain Rehabilitation Project (City Contract Number 2026-646) in the amount not to exceed Engineer’s Estimate of $3,450,000 plus a ten percent construction contingency of $345,000, for a total construction authorization not to exceed $3,795,000; and approving a task order with Tanner Pacific, Inc. for construction management services in an amount not to exceed $259,738.
C. 2026 Pavement Rehabilitation Project – Plans and Specifications Approval, Bid and Construction Award Authorization
Resolution 2026-37 approving plans and specifications; authorizing advertisement for sealed bids; authorizing the City Manager to execute a construction contract with the lowest responsible and responsive bidder in an amount not to exceed $2,838,828.23, plus a ten percent construction contingency, for the 2026 Pavement Rehabilitation Project (City Contract Number 2026-647).
D. OpenGov Asset Management Software 3-year Agreement
Resolution 2026-38 authorizing the City Manager to execute a 3-year subscription with Vertosoft for OpenGov Asset Management software, including implementation services, for an amount not to exceed $432,763.31.
E. Procurement of Legal Services from Best Best & Krieger Resolution 2026-39 authorizing the City Attorney to procure legal services from Best Best & Krieger.
F. Consents to Potential Conflict of Interest and Common Interest Agreement Resolution 2026-40 authorizing the City Attorney to execute:
(1) A consent agreeing to the representation by Goldfarb & Lipman LLP of the City of Belmont related to the Island Parkway development project notwithstanding a potential conflict of interest.
(2) A consent agreeing to the representation by Jarvis Fay LLP of the City of Redwood City related to the Island Parkway development project notwithstanding a potential conflict of interest.
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(3) A common interest agreement between Belmont and Redwood City related to the Island Parkway development project.
Vice Mayor Jordan stated that she needs recuse herself from voting on Consent Item C due to the proximity of her home to the project.
ACTION: on a motion made by Councilmember Pang-Maganaris and seconded by Councilmember McCune the Consent Business was approved by a roll call vote (4-1, Latimerlo absent, Jordan abstain on item C).
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Proposed Increases to Sewer Service Charges Effective Fiscal Years 2026-27, 2027- 28, and 2028-29
Public Works Director Kwan reported that the City Council reviewed the 2026 Comprehensive Sewer Rate Study on April 14, 2026. Based on Council direction, the originally proposed rate adjustments were revised and reflected in the Proposition 218 notice mailed to affected property owners. He noted that the proposed rates also eliminate the current 10% drought regulation adjustment while maintaining the fiscal stability of the sewer utility.
Mr. Kwan introduced City consultant Josiah Close of HDR Engineering, who provided an overview of the rate study methodology and proposed sewer service charge adjustments.
Mayor Mates opened the public hearing.
Guliano Carlini provided comments on the item.
Deputy City Clerk Perez reported that three written protests had been received by the Clerk’s Office, which did not constitute a majority protest of affected property owners.
Mayor Mates closed the hearing.
ACTION: On a motion made by Councilmember Pang-Maganaris and seconded by Councilmember McCune Resolution 2026-41 increasing the City’s sewer charges effective fiscal years 2026-27, 2027-28, and 2028-29; and, 2) If protest is made by the owners of a majority of separate parcels of property, the City should stop further proceedings of the rate proposal and direct staff to prepare an annual report of City sewer service charges based on current sewer service rates was adopted by a roll call vote (4-1, Latimerlo absent).
B. Public Hearing – Annual Report for Collection of Sewer Service Fees for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Public Works Director Kwan presented the annual Sewer Service Charge Report for Fiscal Year 2026–27. He noted that a public hearing was conducted to consider any protests regarding the collection of sewer service charges on the property tax roll to fund the operation and maintenance of the City's sewer collection system. The proposed charges total $17,455,763.72.
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City Clerk Plut reported that no written protests were received. He recommended approval of the annual report and submit to the San Mateo County Tax Collector by August 10, 2026, for placement on the property tax roll.
Mayor Mates opened the public hearing. No members of the public came forward to speak. Mayor Mates closed the public hearing.
ACTION: On a motion made by Councilmember Pang-Maganaris and seconded by Councilmember McCune Resolution 2026-42 approving the annual report for collection on the tax roll of sewer services fees charged to parcels to fund the operation and maintenance of the City’s sewer collection system was approved by a roll call vote (4-1, Latimerlo absent).
C. Public Hearing – Annual Report for Collection of Sewer Treatment Facility Charges for FY 2026-27
Public Works Director Kwan presented the annual Treatment Facility Charge Report for Fiscal Year 2026–27. He noted that a public hearing was conducted to consider any protests regarding the collection of treatment facility charges on the property tax roll to fund the City of Belmont’s share of the wastewater treatment and conveyance system operated by the Silicon Valley Clean Water Authority. The proposed charges total $3,246,255.06. City Clerk Plut reported that no written protests were received. He recommended that the City Council approve the annual report for submittal to the San Mateo County Tax Collector by August 10, 2026, for placement on the property tax roll.
Mayor Mates opened the public hearing. No members of the public came forward to speak. Mayor Mates closed the public hearing.
ACTION: On a motion made by Councilmember Pang-Maganaris and seconded by Councilmember McCune Resolution 2026-43 approving the annual report for collection on the tax roll of the sewer treatment facility fees charged to parcel owners to fund the City of Belmont’s share of the Silicon Valley Clean Water (SVCW) sewer treatment plant and conveyance system was approved by a roll call vote (4-1, Latimerlo absent)
D. Public Hearing – Annual Report for Collection of Storm Drainage Fees for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
Public Works Director Kwan presented the annual Drainage Fee Report for Fiscal Year 2026–27. The public hearing was conducted to consider any protests regarding the collection of drainage fees on the property tax roll to fund the City of Belmont’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Stormwater Compliance Program. The proposed charges total $424,402. City Clerk Plut reported that no written protests were received. He recommended that the City Council approve the annual report for submittal to the San Mateo County Tax Collector by August 10, 2026, for placement on the property tax roll.
Mayor Mates opened the public hearing. No members of the public came forward to speak. Mayor Mates closed the public hearing.
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ACTION: On a motion made by Councilmember Pang-Maganaris and seconded by Councilmember McCune Resolution 2026-44 approving the annual report for collection on the tax roll of storm drainage fees charged to parcel owners to fund the City of Belmont’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Storm Water Compliance Program for FY 2026-2027 was approved by a roll call vote (4-1, Latimerlo absent).
E. Adopt Budget and Related Items for Fiscal Year 2026-27 Finance Director Castenada presented a brief overview of the proposed budget reiterating the state VLF funding issues and the effect on the FY 2026-27 budget.
RECESS: 8:10 PM to the Belmont Fire Protection Meeting
RECONVENE: 8:13 PM
ACTION: On a motion made by Councilmember Pang-Maganaris and seconded by Councilmember McCune:
Resolution No. 2026 – 45 Adopting Fiscal Year 2026-27 Revenue, Appropriations, And Capital Improvement Program Budgets And Permanent Staffing Plan For The City Of Belmont Resolution No. 2026-46 Establishing The City Of Belmont’s Appropriation Limit For Fiscal Year 2026-27
Resolution No. 2026-47 Establishing The Annual Special Tax For Community Facilities District No. 2000-1 (Library Project) For Fiscal Year 2026-27 And Requesting The County Of San Mateo Collect The Special Tax On The Property Tax Rolls
Resolution No. 2026 – 48 Adopting The Updated Technology Reimbursement Poli Cy For City Council were approved by a roll call vote (4-1, Latimerlo absent).
11. GENERAL BUSINESS – none
12. BRIEF VERBAL REPORTS FROM MEMBERS AND STAFF
A. Verbal report from Councilmembers on Intergovernmental (IGR) and Subcommittee Assignments
Councilmembers reported on their assignments.
B. Verbal report from City Manager
City Manager Oskoui reported on upcoming community events and provided an update on organizational changes, employee development initiatives, and succession planning efforts.
13. MATTERS OF INTEREST/CLARIFICATION-none
14. ADJOURNMENT at 8:19 PM.
Submitted by,
Jozi Plut, City Clerk
Meeting is audio and video recorded.