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Campbell City Council
February 17, 2026

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February 17, 2026
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City Council Regular Session Meeting - February 17, 2026

1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
The City 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.

Roll call was taken and quorum was confirmed. Vice Mayor Scozzola was absent.

2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Campbell student participants of the Santa Clara County 2025 Science and Engineering Fair.

3. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS

3.1 ​2025 Santa Clara Valley Science & Engineering Fair

1. Report - 2025 Santa Clara Valley Science and Engineering Fair .pdf That the City Council recognize the Campbell students who participated in the Santa Clara County 2025 Synopsis Championship Science Fair.

Mayor Furtado congratulated the students on their participation in the Science and Engineering Fair and invited them to talk about their projects.

Christine Wang, Sophia Xu, Manavvini Singh, Yashnil Mohanty, Kirk Kang; Ellie Zhou presented information about their projects and thanked the City Council for the recognition.

Councilmembers commended the students for their hard work and dedication and encouraged them to continue their education in STEM programs.

Students were provided Certificates of Achievements in recognition of their work.

4. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
There were no communications and petitions.

City Attorney Seligmann reported on closed session actions. He stated that in Executive Session the City Council authorized by a 4-0 vote (Vice Mayor Scozzola absent) for the City Attorney's Office to pursue a workplace violence restraining order to protect a City employee that has been experiencing some harrassment from a member of the public.

5. ORAL REQUESTS
Laura Reese, Campbell resident, spoke at a previous meeting regarding Flock system concerns. She has since spoken with Police Chief Berg who provided her clarifying information to her concerns, and she acknowledged her previous comments did contain inaccurate information.

6. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Our city is seeking community minded residents to serve on the Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee and the Planning Commission. These groups help guide how Campbell grows and moves- reviewing projects, advising on policy and supporting safer more connected neighborhoods.  To learn more, or to apply, please visit our website at campbellca.gov/Boards-Commissions
or contact the City Clerk’s Office by emailing
[email protected]
or by calling 408-866-2117.

The City is offering grant funding through the Neighborhood Association Assistance Grant Program. Campbell Neighborhood Associations are encouraged to apply.  Applications are open through Monday, February 23, 2026. For more information, please visit the city’s website at campbellca.gov.

The Campbell Police Foundation is hosting a fundraising breakfast on Saturday, March 14 from 9:00 to 10:30 am at the Home Church on Winchester Boulevard in Campbell.  Tickets are $30 per person and can be purchased at campbellpolicefoundation.org
.

The AARP Foundation is offering free income tax assistance through Tuesday, April 14 in Room C34 at the Campbell Community Center. This service is available to low  to moderate income adults and families ages 18 and older.  For additional details, please visit campbellca.gov.

7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Furtado asked if anyone wished to remove an item off the Consent Calendar.

Councilmember Lopez expressed his appreciation for the Bohnett Trust donation for the Historical Museum and Ainsley House.

The Consent Calendar was considered as follows:

MOVER
Lopez

SECONDER
Bybee
That the City Council approve the Consent Calendar.

AYES (4):

Lopez, Furtado, Bybee, and Hines
ABSENT (1):

Scozzola
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] (4 to 0)

7.1 Minutes of City Council Regular Meeting of February 3, 2026.

1. PostMinutes - Package City Council Regular Session Meeting_Feb 3_2026.pdf Recommended Action:

Approve the regular meeting minutes of February 3, 2026.

This action approves the regular meeting minutes of February 3, 2026.

7.2 Approving the Bills and Claims

1. Report Approving Bills and Claims 02.17.26.pdf
Recommended Action:

Approve the bills and claims
in the amount of
$2,822,857.63.

This action approves the bills and claims as follows: bills and claims checks dated January 19, 2026, in the amount of $2,381,673.84; and bills and claims checks dated January 26, 2026, in the amount of $441,183.79.

7.3 Adoption of Ordinance 26-2342 Council Committee Appointments

1. Adoption Ordinance 26-2342.pdf

2. Ordinance 26-2342 Council Committee Assignments.pdf
Recommended Action:

That the City Council take second reading and adopt Ordinance 26-2342 amending Campbell Municipal Code Section 2.04.050 to amend when Council committee appointments may occur.

Ordinance 26-2342 amends Campbell Municipal Code Section 2.04.050 to amend when Council committee appointments may occur.

7.4 Approval of Parcel Map including Acceptance of an Emergency Personnel Access Easement Shown on Said Map – 105 Kennedy Avenue (Resolution/Roll Call Vote)

1. Report - Parcel Map Approval for 105 Kennedy.pdf

2. Resolution.pdf

3. 105 Kennedy Parcel Map.pdf
Recommended Action:

That the City Council adopt a resolution approving the Parcel Map and accept the emergency personnel access easement as shown on the map for the property located at 105 Kennedy Avenue.

Resolution 26-13366 approves the Parcel Map and accepts the emergency personnel access easements as shown on the map for the property located at 105 Kennedy Ave.

7.5 Accept Donation of $10,500 from The Bohnett Trust for the Campbell Historical Museum & Ainsley House

1. Donation From the Bohnett Trust to the Historical Museum and Ainsley House.pdf

2. RESOLUTION for Joan Evans Bohnett Trust $10,500 donation to the Museum.pdf

3. BA-12 (FY 2026) - Donation from the Bohnett Trust for Historical Museum & Ainsley House.pdf Recommended Action:

It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution to accept a donation distribution of $10,500 from The Bohnett Trust to be deposited into the Museum Donation Account, with funds to be used at the Museum’s discretion for special projects, and to approve an associated budget adjustment to recognize the donation.

Resolution 26-13367 accepts a donation distribution of $10,500 from The Bohnett Trust to be deposited into the Museum Donation Account, with funds to be used at the Museum’s discretion for special projects, and to approve an associated budget adjustment to recognize the donation.

8. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND INTRODUCTIONS OF ORDINANCES

8.1 Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of a Resolution Directing the Community Development Director to Proceed with Abatement of Hazardous Vegetation

1. Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of a Resolution Directing the Community Development Director to Proceed with Abatement of Hazardous Vegetation .pdf

2. Resolution.pdf

3. Campbell Commencement Report 2026 Revised.pdf
This is the time and place for a public hearing directing the Community Development Director to proceed with the abatement hazardous vegetation by the Santa Clara County Consumer and Environmental Protection Agency.

Building Official Bob Lennen presented a staff report dated February 17, 2026.

Santa Clara County Consumer and Environmental Protection Agency Weed Abatement Manager Garik Iosilevsky was in attendance.

Mayor Furtado opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to be heard.

Lee Ann Knight, Campbell resident, stated she received a notice that her property could be placed on the weed abatement list, when last year the Council directed her property to be removed from the list.

Mayor Furtado referred the item back to staff.

Rhonda N., Campbell resident,  stated that she is concerned about receiving a notice indicating that County contractors will be coming to clear hazardous vegetation from her property and that she will be assessed a fine. She added that her yard does not contain any weeds.

Seeing no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Furtado closed the public hearing.

Weed Abatement Manager Iosilevsky addressed the resident concerns noting the property at 904 Hazel should have been removed but was inadvertently left on the list. The county noted this property will receive refunds for any fees assessed.

Based on City Council instruction last year, the County reinspected the property at 815 Marilyn on April 1, 2025 and found that it was not in compliance and was subsequently cited.

The City Council discussed removing the property at 815 Marilyn off the weed abatement list.

After Discussion,
M/S: Hines/Bybee - That the City Council adopt Resolution 26-13368 directing the Community Development Director to proceed with the abatement of hazardous vegetation by the Santa Clara County Consumer and Environmental Protection Agency; with a final inspection at 815 Marilyn Drive and if found to be in compliance shall be removed from the weed abatement list. The motion was adopted by roll call vote.

MOVER
Hines

SECONDER
Bybee
That the City Council adopt Resolution 26-13368 directing the Community Development Director to proceed with the abatement of hazardous vegetation by the Santa Clara County Consumer and Environmental Protection Agency; with a final inspection at 815 Marilyn Drive and if found to be in compliance shall be removed from the weed abatement list.

AYES (4):

Lopez, Furtado, Bybee, and Hines
ABSENT (1):

Scozzola
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] (4 to 0)

9. NEW BUSINESS

9.1 Proposed Modifications to City Council Policy Section 21

1. Modification to City Council Policy Section 21.pdf

2. Resolution_Section 21.pdf

3. Council Policy Section 21_Redline Version.pdf

4. Council Policy Section 21_CLEAN version.pdf
Recreation and Community Services Director Bissell presented a staff report dated February 17, 2026.

Following City Council questions, Mayor Furtado asked if anyone wished to speak. There were no public speakers.

After discussion,
M/S:

Hines/Lopez - That the City Council review the proposed revisions to City Council Policy Section 21 and approve the corresponding Council Resolution 26-13369. The motion was adopted by roll call vote.

MOVER
Hines

SECONDER
Lopez
That the City Council review the proposed revisions to City Council Policy Section 21 and approve the corresponding Council Resolution 26-13369.

AYES (4):

Lopez, Furtado, Bybee, and Hines
ABSENT (1):

Scozzola
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] (4 to 0)

9.2 Resolution Adjusting Rates for Atchison, Barisone & Condotti and Approving One-Time Payment to Law Offices of William R. Seligmann for Costs Incurred (Resolution/ Roll Call Vote)

1. 2026.02.17 City Attorney Compensation.pdf

2. Proposed Resolution - Adjustment to Atchison Barisone Condotti Rates.pdf

3. CC Resolution 13203 - Adjusting Compensation of the City Attorney's Office.pdf

4. CC Resolution 13019_Sixth Amended Agreement for City Attorney Services.pdf Assistant City Manager Gaeta presented a staff report dated February 17, 2026.

Following City Council questions, Mayor Furtado asked if anyone from the public wished to speak. There were no public speakers.

After discussion,
M/S: Hines/Lopez - That the City Council adopt Resolution 26-13370 adjusting the rates for the Atchison, Barisone & Condotti law firm; and, approving a one-time payment to the Law Offices of William R. Seligmann for costs incurred. The motion was adopted by roll call vote.

MOVER
Hines

SECONDER
Lopez
That the City Council adopt Resolution 26-13370 adjusting the rates for the Atchison, Barisone & Condotti law firm; and, approving a one-time payment to the Law Offices of William R. Seligmann for costs incurred. The motion was adopted by roll call vote.

AYES (4):

Lopez, Furtado, Bybee, and Hines
ABSENT (1):

Scozzola
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] (4 to 0)

10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business items.

11. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS

11.1 Council Committee Reports

1. Report - Council Committee Reports 2.17.26.pdf
Councilmember Bybee  wished to provide a response to the public speaker that addressed the City Council at the February 3 meeting regarding what he witnessed as inappropriate behavior by the Vice Mayor.

M/S: Bybee/Hines - That this matter be agendized for the next council meeting so that the Vice Mayor can either address the comments that were made and/or the City Council. The motion was adopted by roll call vote.

Councilmember Lopez - spoke to the matter of city policy with regard to ICE agent potential action on city facilities.

M/S: Lopez/Hines - To agendize a discussion item for a future Council meeting on City Policy related to the potential actions of ICE agents on City facilities. The motion was adopted by roll call vote.

Councilmember Hines spoke of upcoming DCBA and Chamber of Commerce events; attended the West Valley  Stormwater meeting; the Valentine Fun Run; CERT Team meeting; took a tour of the Finance Dept; attended the San Jose D9 Community Leadership Breakfast; and gave a shout out to the County Women's Club of Campbell on their Crab Feed Fundraiser.

Mayor Furtado attended and spoke at the 134th Anniversary of Campbell Heritage Day hosted by the Chamber of Commerce; and attended the Cities Association monthly meeting in place of Councilmember Bybee.

MOVER
Bybee

SECONDER
Hines
That this matter be agendized for the next council meeting so that the Vice Mayor can either address the comments that were made and/or the City Council. The motion was adopted by roll call vote.

AYES (4):

Lopez, Furtado, Bybee, and Hines
ABSENT (1):

Scozzola
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] (4 to 0)
MOVER
Lopez

SECONDER
Hines
That the City Council agendize a discussion item for a future Council meeting on City Policy related to the potential actions of ICE agents on City facilities.

AYES (4):

Lopez, Furtado, Bybee, and Hines
ABSENT (1):

Scozzola
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] (4 to 0)

12. ADJOURN
Mayor Furtado adjourned the meeting at 7:57 p.m.

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