East Palo Alto City Council March 7, 2023 Agenda Page 1 of 4
EAST PALO ALTO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING AMENDED AGENDA
March 7, 2023 6:30 PM
EPA Government Center
2415 University Ave, First Floor
East Palo Alto, CA 94303
NOTICE
This meeting will be held virtually and in-person at the Council Chambers located on 2415 University Ave, First Floor East Palo Alto, CA 94303. The virtual portion of this City Council meeting will be conducted in accordance with City of East Palo Alto Resolution adopted pursuant to Assembly Bill 361.
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REQUESTS TO APPEAR REMOTELY
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953, members of the body may appear remotely for the following reasons:
a) Teleconference Exception (Gov’t Code § 54953(b)): None. b) Just Cause (Gov’t Code § 54953(f)(A)(i)):
Councilmember Antonio Lopez (contagious illness, Gov’t Code § 54953(j)(2)(B)) c) Emergency Circumstances (Gov’t Code § 54953(f)(A)(ii) (Approval Required)): None.
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
(Government Code Section 54957.7(a))
3. APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR
1. November 2, 2022 - December 15, 2022, and February 21, 2023, Minutes Recommendation: Adopt the November 2, 2022 - December 15, 2022, and February 21, 2023, Minutes.
2. Grant Application for Encampment Resolution Funding Program – Round 2 Recommendation: Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager (or designee) to submit an application with $150,000 of in-kind match from the City to the California Interagency Council on Homelessness for Round 2 Encampment Resolution Funding Program.
3. 2023 Application for CalHOME ADU/JADU Grant Program
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution that authorizes the City Manager (or designee) to submit an application for the Homeownership Super Notice of Funding Availability (“HOSN”) to the Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”), issued on January 19, 2023, to issue deferred-payment loans of up to $250,000 to qualifying homeowners to support repair, rehabilitation, and new construction of second units in East Palo Alto, and, if awarded, to negotiate, execute, and deliver a State of California Standard Agreement, and any and all other documents required or deemed necessary or appropriate to receive the grant funds.
4. A Proclamation of The City of East Palo Alto for Arbor Day
4. CLOSED SESSION - NONE
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public wishing to address the City Council on items not listed on the agenda may do so under this item. Each speaker is limited to two minutes. The Mayor has the discretion to adjust speaking times. In accordance with State Law, no action or discussion may take place on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. The Council may respond to statements made or questions asked or may request Staff to report back at a future meeting concerning the matter.
The exceptions under which the City Council may discuss and/or take action on items not appearing on the agenda are contained in Government Code Section 54954.2(b)(1)(2)(3).
6. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
East Palo Alto City Council March 7, 2023 Agenda Page 3 of 4
1. February 2023 Windstorm and Power Outage Update
Recommendation: Receive an informational report on the impacts of the February 2023 windstorm and the City’s response.
2. Update on the status of the Business Discovery Program Recommendation: Receive this report on the status of the Business Discovery Program.
7. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS – NONE
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Introduction of 2023 Reach Codes: Proposed Electrification Reach Codes for 2022 Green Building Standards Code
Recommendation: Waive the first reading and introduce an ordinance amending Chapter 15.11 of the East Palo Alto Municipal Code to adopt local amendments to the 2022 edition of the California Green Building Code to adopt a “Reach” Code, and make any necessary conforming amendments.
9. POLICY AND ACTION
1. 2023 Summer Park Activation Staff Report
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Accept the proposed vendors for the 2023 Summer Park Activation series; and
2. Authorize staff to seek partnerships with local organizations to increase available facilities for conducting programming.
2. 40th Anniversary Celebration Planning & Launch
1. Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution:
Appropriating $150,000 in general fund monies for planning and execution of the 40th Anniversary celebration;
2. Providing direction to staff concerning the most appropriate motto to commemorate the City’s celebration;
3. Appointing a Steering Committee, comprised of elected officials and community members.
10. COUNCIL REPORTS
11. ADJOURNMENT
East Palo Alto City Council March 7, 2023 Agenda Page 4 of 4 This AGENDA is posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) This Notice of Availability of Public Records: All public records relating to an open session item which are not exempt from disclosure pursuant to the Public Records Act, that are distributed to the majority of the City Council will be available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office, 2415 University Avenue, East Palo Alto, CA at the same time that the public records are distributed or made available to the City Council. Such documents may also be available on the East Palo Alto website www.cityofepa.org subject to staff’s ability to post the documents prior to the meeting. Information may be obtained by calling (650) 853-3100.
The City Council meeting packet may be reviewed by the public in the Library or the City Clerk's Office. Any writings or documents pertaining to an open session item provided to a majority of the City Council less than 72 hours prior to the meeting, shall be made available for public inspection at the front counter at the City Clerk's Office, 2ND Floor, City Hall, 2415 University Avenue, East Palo Alto, California 94303 during normal business hours.
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DECLARATION OF POSTING
This Notice is posted in accordance with Government Code §54954.2(a) or §54956. Members of the public can view electronic agendas and staff reports by accessing the City website. Under penalty of perjury, this Agenda was posted to the public at least 72 hours prior to the meeting.
POSTED: March 3, 2023
UPDATED: March 7, 2023
ATTEST:
James Colin
City Clerk
Future Meetings:
Meeting Date Time
Regular Meeting March 21, 2023 6:30 p.m.
Study Session March 30, 2023 6:30 p.m.
Regular Meeting April 4, 2023 6:30 p.m.