CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
City of Campbell, 70 N. First St., Campbell, California
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CAMPBELL CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, July 2, 2024 7:00 p.m.
City Hall Council Chamber – 70 N. First Street
This City Council meeting was duly noticed pursuant to open meeting requirements of the Ralph M. Brown Act (G.C. Section 54956).
This meeting was recorded and can be viewed in its entirety at www.campbellca.gov/agendacenter .
CALL TO ORDER
The City Counc il of the City of Campbell convened this day in the regular meeting place, the City Hall Council Chamber, 70 N. First St., Campbell, California.
ROLL CALL
Attendee Name Title Status
Susan M. Landry Mayor Present
Sergio Lopez Vice Mayor Present
Elliot Scozzola Councilmember Present
Dan Furtado Councilmember Present
Anne Bybee Councilmember Present
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Recreation and Community Services Department staff in recognition of Park and Recreation Month.
Ma yor Landry presented the Staff a certificate of appreciation for leading the Pledge of Allegiance.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
1. Proclamation Declaring July 2024 as Park and Recreation Month Recommended Action: Issue a proclamation declaring the month of July 2024 as National Park and Recreation Month for the City of Campbell.
Mayor Landry recognized Recreation and Community Services staff in attendance: Natasha Bissell, Lauren Merriman, Lauren Council, Iseth Rae, Tina Wong-Erling, Liz Simono vich, Gayathri Balasubramanian; and Kayla Nakamoto.
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Mayor Landry read from the proclamation declaring the month of July 2024 as National Park and Recreation Month for the City of Campbell and presented it to staff.
Recreation and Community Services Director Bissell thanked the City Council for the recognition and highlighted the importance of Recreation and Community Services programs.
The City Council gave congratulatory comments to staff and spoke in support of Park and Recreation Month.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
There were no communications or petitions.
ORAL REQUESTS
The following individuals spoke in support of the City Council abstaining from adopting a ceasefire resolution for Gaza:
Inga, works in Campbell.
David Mooso, former City of Campbell employee
John Sperry, Campbell resident
Cheryl Graubart, Campbell resident
Seema Cicerone, Campbell resident
Roy Shay
Miriam B.
Matan Jackout
Elisheva Basseri
Likbin Khoo
Jenny Green
Melinda, Campbell resident
The City Council thanked everyone for their comments and for coming.
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
City offices will be closed for business this Thursday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Police and emergency services will remain open.
The City Clerk ’s office is accepting applications for the Planning and Civic Improvement Commissions and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. To find out more, please contact the City Clerk ’s office at (408) 866-2117 or visit the city ’s website at campbellca.gov . The deadline to apply is Friday, August 2.
The City is focused on the needs of its community members in the development of its Climate Action Plan. We want to hear about your concerns regarding the climate and your thoughts on what we can do. You can help by participating in a short 10-minute Minutes of July 2, 2024 City Council Meeting Page 3
survey. The survey can be found at campbellca.gov/climatesurvey through the end of July.
Recreation swim is available to help cool off during the heat this week . Open to all ages Tuesday through Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm, Saturday 2 :00 pm – 4:30pm. Space is limited, advanced online registration and payment is required. For more information please visit the city ’s website at campbellca.gov .
July is Park and Recreation Month! Help us celebrate by attending one of the many events to celebrate all the wonderful services we offer. Upcoming free events include:
Plein Air – bring your easel and paints and join us in front of the Heritage Theatre to paint your version of the building on July 9 from 9 :00 am-11 :00 am .
Movie Night – Come watch Wonka under the stars at John D. Morgan Park in the baseball field on Friday, July 12 from 8 :00 pm – 11 :00 pm .
Free Day at the Ainsley House – explore the Ainsley House for free on Saturday, July 13 from 11 :00 am – 3 :00 pm .
The Campbell Adult Center offers a range of supportive services for older adults and their families, such as: case management, health insurance advocacy, free legal services, caregiving consultations and technology tutoring. Services are free of charge and do not require Adult Center membership. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Adult Center at (408)866-2146.
Access the library 24/7. Get a library card it ’s easy and free. With a library card, you will get free acces s to resources and services, borrow books, music, and movies; conduct research, get homework help and gain free entrance to state parks, bay area museums and galleries. To apply, visit www.sccld.org . 211 is a free, confidential service that connects you to expert car e help in your area.
Whether you need food, housing, mental health, or other resources, call 211 or find a local 211 near you.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Landry asked if anyone wished to remove an item from the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember Bybee commented on Item eight, stating that if the City Council approves the amended Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement for the Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority (SVACA) adding the Town of Los Gatos as a Member Agency, it will result in a 22% cost saving to the Cit y.
Item three was pulled from the Consent Calendar.
The Consent Calendar was considered as follows:
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2. Minutes of City Council Executive Meeting of June 18, 2024 Recommended Action : Approve the executive session meeting minutes of June 18, 2024 .
This action approves the executive session meeting minutes of June 18, 2024.
4. Approving Bills and Claims
Recommended Action: Approve the bills and claims in the amount of $1,637,896.56 .
This action approves the bills and claims in the amount of $1,637,896 .56 as follows: bills and claims checks dated June 3, 2024, in the amount of $1,072,458.27; payroll checks dated June 6, 2024, in the amount of $76,143.32; and bills and claims checks dated June 10, 2024, in the amount of $489,294.97.
5. Monthly Investment Transactions Report (May 2024)
Recommended Action: That the City Council review and accept the Monthly Investment Transactions Report for May 2024.
This action reviews and accepts the Monthly Investment Transactions Report for May 2024.
6. Monthly Treasu rer's Report (May 2024)
Recommended Action: That the City Council review and accept the Monthly Treasurer ’s Report for the month ended May 31, 2024.
This action reviews and accepts the Monthly Treasurer's Report for the month ended May 31, 2024.
7. Second Reading of Ordinance 2310 Adjusting City Council Compensation (Ordinance/Roll Call Vote)
Recommended Action: That the City Council approve the second reading to adopt Ordinance No. 2310 adjusting the amount of Councilmember compensation, within the limi ts set forth by Government Code Section 36516.
Ordinance 2310 adjusting the amount of Councilmember compensation, within the limits set forth by Government Code Section 36516.
8. JPA Addition of Los Gatos to SVACA and Associated Budget Adjustment to Reflect Savings for City of Campbell (Resolution/Roll Call Vote) Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the revised third restated and amended Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement for the Sil icon Valley Animal Control Authority (SVACA) adding the Town of Los Gatos as a Member Agency and to approve an associated budget adjustment which reflects savings to the City of Campbell.
Resolution 13180 approves and authorizes the City Manager to execute the revised third restated and amended Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement for the Minutes of July 2, 2024 City Council Meeting Page 5
Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority (SVACA) adding the Town of Los Gatos as a Member Agency and to approve an associated budget adjustment which reflects savings to the City of Campbell.
M/S: Bybee/Lopez - That the City Council approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Item three. The motion was adopted by the following roll call vote:
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Bybee
SECONDER: Lopez
AYES: Landry, Lopez, Scozzola, Furtado, Bybee
ITEMS CONSIDERED SEPARATE FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
3. Minutes of City Council Regular Meeting of June 18, 2024 Recommended Action : Approve the regular meeting minutes of June 18, 2024 Councilmember Scozzola stated he pulled the minutes to include his comments related to Item 12 (City Council Compensation) , noting that he was in support of the full increase as it is an incentive to encourage residents to serve their local government and bring the salary closer to minimum wage.
Councilmember Bybee spoke against amending the minutes as per policy, City Council approved minutes are action minutes.
Councilmember Scozzola made a motion to approve the regular meeting minutes of June 18, 2024 as amended. The motion failed due to l ack of a second.
M/S: Furtado/Lopez – To approve the regular meeting minutes of June 18, 2024.
The motion was adopted by the following roll call vote:
RESULT: ADOPTED [4 TO 1]
MOVER: Furtado
SECONDER: Lopez
AYES: Landry, Furtado, Lopez, Bybee
NAYS: Scozzola
P UBLIC HEARINGS AND INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
9. Placing the Cost of Abating Hazardous Vegetation on the Property Tax Assessment Roll (Resolution/Roll Call Vote)
Recommended Action: That the City Council adopt a resolution placing the cost of abating hazardous vegetation on the property tax assessment roll.
This is the time and place for a public hearing to consider placing the cost of abating hazardous vegetation on the property tax assessment roll.
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Community Development Director Eastwood presented a s taff report dated July 2, 2024. He noted County of Santa Clara Weed Abatement Manager Mo Kumre was in attendance to answer any questions.
Following Council questions, Mayor Landry opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak.
Seeing no one wishing to speak, Mayor Landry closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Furtado asked about program revisions, stating for the record that it was not mandatory for residents to remain on the list if their properties were remedied of weeds.
SCC Weed A batement Manager Kumre confirmed the County has been working with the City on policy revisions and stated that residents now receive a warning notification allowing them an opportunity to remove the hazardous vegetation prior to being placed on the Weed Abatement List.
After discussion, M/S: Bybee/ Lopez – That the City Council adopt resolution 13181 placing the cost of abating hazardous vegetation on the property tax assessment roll. The motion was adopted by the following roll call vote:
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Bybee
SECONDER: Lopez
AYES: Landry, Lopez, Scozzola, Furtado, Bybee
N EW BUSINESS
There w ere no new business items.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
10. Discussion to Consider Options for Utilizing the City's Remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds
Recommended Action: That the City Council discuss and consider options to utilize the City's remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds by the December 31, 2024 obligation deadline and the December 31, 2026 spending deadline as set forth by the U.S. Treasury Department.
City Manager Loventhal and Finance Director Fuentes presented a staff report dated J uly 2, 2024. Staff h ighlighted potential projects to use ARPA funding on.
Councilmember Bybee commented on using some of the funds to upgrade the H VAC and Chiller s ystem to p rovide a more co mfortable temperature in the Council Chambers.
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Councilmembers asked questions related to the Sa fe Parking p rogram and the Parklet program.
Staff presented the following items for City Council consideration :
Silicon Valley Safe Par k Program – a majority of the City Cou ncil had general support fo r this pro ject, with certain limitation s related to car maintenance funding.
West Valley Homeless Shelter Feasibility Study – th ere was full Council support for this item.
Providing some level of support to the Do wntown Campbell Business Association (DCBA) for events th at ben efit the community - there was general Council support for a one -time donation to sup port t he DCBA .
Universal Basic Income (UBI) Pro gram – the City Council was not supportive of this program.
Buy down of at risk Below Market Rate unit s – the City Council was not supportive of this program.
Hotel Voucher Program for Unhoused – there was general support for this item.
Expansion of Parklet Grant Program – the City Council expressed support of the item, but cla rified the additional funding should be made available to those who originally expressed interest in the Parklet program and not for new businesses that were not initially interested in the program.
C ity Facilities Roof Rep lac ement (Project 24 TT) – the City Council expressed support for this item.
Campbell PDA Enhancements - Civic Center Dr. at 2 nd and 3 rd Street – the City Council expressed full support of this item.
Mayor Landry asked if anyone from the public wished to spea k.
Steve Saunders, Campbell resident , spoke in support of the staff rec ommendations and requ ested that any lef to ver ARPA funds could be used to do something for the Recreation and Community Services Department.
S ophia Commisso, Campbell resident requested that ARPA funding be used to install baby changing tables in the City Hall restr ooms.
Ken Johnson, Campb ell Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, spoke in support of the e xtra funding for DCBA and requested the City C o uncil review their Special Event Permit and Fee Waiver polic ies.
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Council directed staff to return with in formation related to the remaining ARPA funding , such as, the p ossibility of up grading the HVAC and C hiller for the Council Chambers and upgrades to the Recreation Skate P ark . Councilmembers expressed support for projects that ben efitted the commu nity. Other suggestions for the rem aining funds included additional senior or other free meal programs, additional funding for bu ilding maintenance, 1-2 year funding of the Unhoused Specialist position , resident direct assistance programs, traffic cal ming at Budd Ave., improvements to the Or chard City Green and adding additional funding to ap proved ARPA projects .
Council noted for any p rograms that did not need or wa nt the funding that those funds would be brought back in a timely manner to assure the ARPA funds could be spent on other City programs o r pro jects.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
11. Council Committee Reports
Recommended Action: That the City Council report on activities from their committee assignments.
Councilmember Furtado a ttended the Association of B ay Area Governments General Assemb ly meeting ; Campbell Stakeholders meeting to review the Campbell Community Assessment Survey for older a dults hosted by Sen ior Service s Supervisor Tina Wong-Erling ; and participated in the Law Enforcement To rch Run .
Councilmember Scozzola viewed the Law Enforcement Torch Run; attended the Campbell Historical Museu m and Ainsley House Foundation meeting; the Fr iends of the Heritage Theat re meeting; and the Downtown Campbell B usiness Association (DCBA) Car Show event.
Mayor Landry attended the DCBA Car Show; attended the Law Enforcement Torch Run, painted a rock for the Kindness Rock Garden in remembrance of her mother wh o recently passe d.
ADJOURN
Mayor Landry adjourned the meeting at 9:12 PM in memory of her mother , Nancy Kring.
APPROVED :
ATTEST:
Susan M. Landry, Mayor
Andrea Sanders, City Clerk