CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
City of Campbell, 70 N. First St., Campbell, California
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CAMPBELL CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, February 18, 2025 – 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 Cit y Council of the City of Campbell convened this day in the regular meeting place, the City Hall Council Chamber, 70 N. First St., Campbell, California.
At the February 18, 2025, Study Session meeting, p ursuant to Government Code § 54953 (f)(2) , Vice Mayor Furtado stated that Mayor Lopez had requested to participate remotely in the Study Session and Regular meetings as the result of a caregiving need of a family member .
Mayor Lopez disclosed publicly that there were no individuals 18 years or older present in the room.
The motion taken in Study Session was as follows: M/S: Furtado /Bybee - to approve the request of Mayor Lopez to participate in the meeting remotely due to emergency circumstances.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Hines
SECONDER: Bybee
AYES: Bybee, Hines, Scozzola, Furtado, Lopez
ROLL CALL
Attendee Name Title Status
Anne Bybee Councilmember Pres ent
Terry Hines Councilmember Present
Elliot Scozzola Councilmember Present
Dan Furtado Vice Mayor Present
Sergio Lopez Mayor Remote
Minutes of February 18, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 2
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led my Public Works Maintenance Lead Worker Chad Carveiro upon his retirement from the City of Campbell.
Vice Mayor Furtado presented Mr. Carveiro a Certificate of Appreciation for leading the Pledge of Allegiance.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
1. Present Certificate of Recognition to the STEM Winner of the San ta Clara Valley Science and Engineering Fair Association (SCVSEFA) 2023 Synopsis Championship Science Fair.
Recommended Action: That the City Council recognize the Campbell student winner of the Santa Clara County 2023 Synopsis Championship Science Fair.
Vice Mayor Furtado invited Forrest Williams, Board Member of the Santa Clara Valley Science and Engineering Fair Association to discuss the STEM program.
Mr. Williams spoke of the students that participated in the Science and Engineering Fair noting that they are our future. The SCVSEFA is intended to inspire our youths with science. He recognized Campbell winner Garuda Chen for his accomplishment and commented on how these young students will be a benefit to everyone ’s future.
Garuda Chen of Latimer Middle School discuss ed h is project “How do butterflies fly in the rain ”
Vice Mayor Furtado presented Mr. Chen a Certificate of Recognition for his award at the Synopsys Silicon Valley Science and Technology Championship.
The City Councilmembers all voiced their congratulations and admiration to Mr.
Chen upon his award.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
There were no communications and petitions.
ORAL REQUESTS
Joe Heyming, Campbell resident , stated conc erns with City sidewalks in the Pollard and Westmont area and asked the City Council to prioritize sidewalks .
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Are you interested in Historic Preservation and looking to get involved in your Campbell community? Then the Historic Preservation Board is for you. Applications are being accepted now. Help advise the City Council on matters related to historic preservation Minutes of February 18, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 3 such architectural history, planning, archeology, American studies, American civilization, cultural geography and much more. For more information and to obtain an application, please visit our website at www.campbellca.gov/Boards-Commissions or contact the City Clerk ’s Office by emailing [email protected] or by calling 408-866-2117.
Applications are open for the City of Campbell Social Service Subgrant Program. The Social Service Subgrant offers funding to support community agencies that offer programs to serve our at-risk population. For more information about this grant opportunity, or to apply, please visit the city ’s website at campbellca.gov .
The AARP Foundation is providing free in come tax assistance thru Friday, April 11 at the Campbell Community Center ’s Adult Center. This service is available for low to moderate income adults and families, ages 18+. Please visit campbellca.gov for more information.
The Civic Improvement Commission has launched its Youth Photo Contest “Capture Campbell. ” Capture Campbell encourages youth to capture what Campbell looks like through their eyes. The contest runs thru April 30. To find out more, please visit the city ’s website at campbellca.gov .
This Mother ’s Day, Sunday, May 11, the American Cancer Society will be hosting its 36th year of “Courageous Kids Day ” with a luncheon at Sorelle Italian Bistro in Campbell. This fundraising event will help raise money to support pediatric cancer patients and research. Approximately 400 kids with cancer and their families are invited to attend and celebrate a day away from cancer. Sponsorships for the event are welcome! You an d your company can also buy a stuffed bear for $100, which will be delivered to a child with cancer. To find out more about this event and support pediatric cancer patients and research, please contact Pam Dunnett at (408) 891-0177.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Vice Mayor Furtado asked if anyone wished to remove an item from the Consent Calendar. Item eight was removed from Consent.
Mayor Lopez commented on Item six thanking staff for their collaborative efforts with the West Valley cities to conduct a feasibility study related to potential temporary and emergency housing facilities in the West Valley Area.
The Consent Calendar was considered as follows:
2. Minutes of City Council Regular Meeting of February 4, 2025 Recommended Action : Approve the regular meeting minutes of February 4, 2025 .
This action approves the regular meeting minutes of February 4, 2025.
3. Approving Bills and Claims
Minutes of February 18, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 4 Recommended Action: Approve the bills and claims in the amount of $3,357,530.74 .
This action approves the bills and claims in the amount of $3,357,530.74 as follows: bills and claims checks dated January 20, 2025, in the amount of $371,351.17; bills and claims checks dated January 27, 2025, in the amount of $2,956,616.99; and payroll checks dated January 30, 2025, in the amount of $29,562.58.
4. Investment Report - Quarter Ending December 2024
Recommended Action: That the City Council approve the Investment Report for the quarter ending December 2024 and the report be noted and filed.
This approval action notes and files the Investment Report for the quarter ending December 2024 , including the desk item .
5. Adopt a Resolution Approving Disaster Grant Agreements with the State of California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) and Authorizing the City Manager and the Finance Director to Execute on Behalf of the City
Recommended Action: That the City Council adopt a Resolution approving disaster grant agreements with the State of California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) and authorizing the City Man ager and the Finance Director to execute on behalf of the City.
Resolution 13260 approves disaster grant agreements with the State of California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) and authorizes the City Manager and the Finance Director to execute on behalf of the City.
6. Consider Approving of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Cities of Cupertino, Monte Sereno, Saratoga and the Town of Los Gatos to Formalize the Collaborative Efforts to Conduct a West Valley Shelter Feasibility Study fo r the Possible Development of Temporary and Emergency Housing Facilities and Programs to Service the West Valley Area and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Memorandum of Understanding.
Recommended Action: That the City Council adopt a Resolution approving and authorizing the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding with the Cities of Cupertino, Monte Sereno, Saratoga and the Town of Los Gatos to formalize collaborative efforts to conduct a feasibility study related to potential tem porary and emergency housing facilities in the West Valley Area.
Resolution 13261 approves and authorizes the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding with the Cities of Cupertino, Monte Sereno, Saratoga and the Town of Los Gatos to formalize collaborative efforts to conduct a feasibility study related to potential temporary and emergency housing facilities in the West Valley Area.
Minutes of February 18, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 5
7. Accept the City Facilities Roof Replacement Project – FY 2024 (24-TT) and File the Notice of Completion
Rec ommended Action: That the City Council adopt a resolution accepting the City Facilities Roof Replacement Project for FY 2024 (CIP No. 24-TT) and directing the Public Works Director or designee to file the Notice of Completion.
Resolution 13262 accepts the City Facilities Roof Replacement Project for FY 2024 (CIP No. 24-TT) and directs the Public Works Director or designee to file the Notice of Completion.
M/S: Bybee/Lopez – That the City Council approve the Consent Calendar with the exception of item eigh t. The motion was adopted by the following roll call vote:
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Bybee
SECONDER: Scozzola
AYES: Bybee, Hines, Scozzola, Furtado, Lopez
ITEMS CONSIDERED SEPARATE FROM CONSENT
8. Resolution Commending Chad Carveiro for 34 Years of Service to the City of Campbell
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution commending Chad Carveiro for his 34 years of outstanding service to the City of Campbell.
Vice Mayor Furtado invited Chad Carveiro up to the podium and recognized his many accomplishments with the City.
Councilmembers commended Mr. Carveiro for his service noting his dedication and commitment to the City, his always helpful and professional attitude , and the positive impact he ’s made on our City streets and Parks. Councilmembers congratulated Chad upon his retirement and wished him well on his future endeavors.
M/S: Bybee/Scoz zola – That the City Council adopt Resolution 13263 commending Chad Carveiro for his 34 years of outstanding service to the City of Campbell. The motion was adopted by the following roll call vote:
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Bybee
SECONDER: Scozzola
AYES: Bybee, Hines, Scozzola, Furtado, Lopez
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
Minutes of February 18, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 6
9. Public Hearing to Consider an Interim Ordinance Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs) to Implement Recent Feedback a nd Direction from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and Recent Legislative Updates (SB 1211 & AB 2533). (Ordinances / Roll Call Vote) Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council adopt an Interim Ordinance to implement recent feedback and direction from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and recent legislative updates (SB 1211 & AB 2533).
Now is the time and place for a public hearing to consider an Interim Ordinance to im plement recent feedback and direction from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and recent legislative updates (SB 1211 & AB 2533).
Assistant Planner Lomen presented a staff report dated February 18, 2025.
Following City Council questions, Vice Mayor Furtado opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak.
Dar a ius Sorabji, Campbell resident, stated concern s related to Floor Area Ratio (FAR) when looking at ADUs , and suggested us ing size limitation standards of 1200 feet instead of using FAR .
Assistant Planner Lo men provided clarification to the public speaker stating the new ADU ordinance does allow for different size limitations for ADUs and will need to comply with the FAR and lot coverage regulations as specified within that specific Area Plan.
Raja Pallela, Campbell resident, spoke in support of the City staff following State guidelines instead of revising the ordinance every few months. He also echoed the previous speakers ’ comments.
Seeing no one else wishing to speak, Vice Mayor Furtado closed the public he aring.
After discussion, M/S: Hines/Bybee – That the City Council adopt Interim Ordinance 2322 to implement recent feedback and direction from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and recent legislative updates (SB 1211 & AB 2533). The motion was adopted by the following roll call vote:
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Hines
SECONDER: Bybee
AYES: Bybee, Hines, Scozzola, Furtado, Lopez
Minutes of February 18, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 7 City Clerk Sanders read the full title of Ordinance 2322 M/S: Scozzola /Bybee – That the City Council waive further reading of Ordinance 2322. The motion was adopted by the following roll call vote:
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Scozzola
SECONDER: Bybee
AYES: Bybee, Hines, Scozzola, Furtado, Lopez
10. Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of an Ordinance to Extend Interim Ordinance No. 2321 Which Established Urgency Measures to Implement Senate Bill No. 450 by Removing Special Requirements and Procedures and Incorporating Uniform Objective Zoning, Subdivision, and Design Standards for the Single-Family Residential Zoning District. (Ordinance/Roll Call Vote)
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council adopt an ordinance to extend Interim Ordinance No. 2321, which established urgency measures to implement Senate Bill No. 450 (2024).
Now is the time and place for a public hearing to consider adopting an ordinance to extend Interim Ordinance No. 2321, which established urgency measures to implement Senate Bill No. 450 (2024).
Community Development Director Eastwood present ed a staff report dated February 18, 2025.
Following City Council questions, Vice Mayor Furtado opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak.
Daraius Sorabji, Campbell resident, spoke of concerns with nonuniform Floor Area Ratio (FAR) for single-family homes in various Neighborhood Plans.
Raja Pallela, Campbell resident, requested the San Tomas Area Plan be reevaluated for uniform FAR requirements. He additionally requested reduced setbacks as part of the permanent ordinance.
Seeing no one else wishing to speak, Vice Mayor Furtado closed the public hearing.
After discussion, M/S: Scozzola/ Hines – That the City Council adopt ordinance 2323 to extend Interim Ordinance No. 2321, which established urgency measures to implement Senate Bill No. 450 (2024). The motion was adopted by the following roll call vote:
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
Minutes of February 18, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 8 MOVER: Scozzola
SECONDER: Hines
AYES: Bybee, Hines, Scozzola, Furtado, Lopez
City Clerk Sanders read the full title of Ordinance 2323 M/S: Scozzola/Bybee – That the City Council waive further reading of Ordinance 2323. The motion was adopted by the following roll call vot e:
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Scozzola
SECONDER: Bybee
AYES: Bybee, Hines, Scozzola, Furtado, Lopez
NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
11. Council Committee Reports
Recommended Action: That the City Council report on activities from their committee assignments.
Councilmember Scozzola attended meetings of Silicon Valley Clean Energy; meeting of the Valley Transportation Authority Policy Advisory Committee ;133 rd Annua l Campbell Early Settlers & Heritage Day Luncheon; and Supervisor Ellenberg ’s State of the District.
Councilmember Hines attended Supervisor Ellenberg ’s State of the District; attended the First Full Moon Festival hosted by Korean American Community Services with City of Santa Clara Mayor Lisa Gilmore ; attended the 133 rd Annual Campbell Early Settlers & Heritage Day Luncheon; participated as an essay judge for Dr. Low ’s local Lions Club Chapter; and gave a shoutout to Little Lou ’s BBQ and Catering on Winch ester Blvd.
Councilmember Bybee attended the Cities Association of Santa Clara County Board meeting and Legislative Action Committee meeting; attended the 133 rd Annual Campbell Early Settlers & Heritage Day Luncheon and thanked the Campbell Chamber of Commerce for their event coordination and partnership and Museum Supervisor Kerry Perkins for her presentation.
Minutes of February 18, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 9 Councilmember Bybee recognized the Scout Troop in attendance for their participation in the City Council meeting.
Mayor Lopez attended a meetin g of the Bay Area Air District; a meeting of the Valley Transportation Authority Board of Directors ; the 3 rd annual blood drive held by Cloud City in partnership with Standford Blood Center; an executive meeting of the League of Cities Peninsula Division Executive Committee ; the City Council/Executive Team retreat.
Vice Mayor Furtado attended the 133 rd Annual Campbell Early Settlers & Heritage Day Luncheon and spoke of the upcoming Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala to be held on March 15.
ADJOURN
Vice Mayo r Furtado adjourned the meeting at 8:17 PM
APPROVED :
ATTEST:
Sergio Lopez, Mayor
Andrea Sanders, City Clerk