1 CITY COUNCIL ACTIVITY REPORT
Meeting: Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Reporting Councilmember: Vice Mayor Sheila Mohan
Report Activity Dates: 9/12/23 to 10/2/23
Event Date, Title, and Description:
9/13/23: Attended the monthly meeting of Silicon Valley Clean Energy Agency in my capacity as a member of the Board of Directors. Staff provided an update on the 2022 greenhouse gas emissions inventory. In 2022, there was a 23 percent reduction compared to 2015 levels, and the inventory showed a return of transportation emissions to near pre- pandemic levels. SVCE continues to work on deploying innovative solutions in partnership with member agencies to collectively achieve further greenhouse gas reductions.
9/14/2023: In my capacity as the alternate member of the Cities Association Board of Directors, I attended their regular Board meeting. The most significant item discussed was the possible formation of a Joint Powers Agreement to formalize the relationship among its member cities, advocate for positive action and encourage cooperative endeavors among the pubic agencies.
9/19/23: Attended the audit committee meeting of Silicon Valley Clean Energy at which staff presented the Financial Audit Kick-off by their Auditors, and the annual IT Cybersecurity Assessment.
9/23/23: Participated in the Heritage India Faire held in Memorial Park and sponsored by the Bhubaneswar Sister City Committee. A large number of attendees witnessed dance performances and local artist displays and enjoyed Indian street food served by the food trucks. Cupertino was well represented by all members of the City Council.
9/28/23: Attended a prep session conducted by City staff to update Council on
the City’s budget status and possible actions to deal with the expected revenue shortfall.
9/28/23: Attended the Wellness Fair at the Quinlan Center, and enjoyed learning basic yoga and strength training exercises. It was a well-attended and well organized event with many City staff members participating in the various activities
9/30/23: Welcomed the participants of the 10
th annual Bike Fest,
acknowledged the community spirit that the event fosters and thanked City Public Works staff, volunteers and sponsors for their efforts to bring this event to life year after year.