EAST PALO ALTO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR SESSION AMENDED AGENDA
Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 6:00 PM
EPA Government Center
2415 University Avenue, First Floor
East Palo Alto, CA 94303
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1 1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR
3.1 Residential Permit Parking Program Study Contract Award Recommendation: Adopt a resolution:
1. Authorizing the City Manager to award, negotiate and execute an agreement with Dixon Resources Unlimited (DIXON), in a form approved by the City Attorney, in the amount of $232,850 with a 10% contingency in the amount of $23,285 for a not-toexceed amount of $256,135 to conduct follow up studies and investigations associated with the Residential Permit Parking (RPP) Ordinance, for Option 1 (DIXON-led data collection) of Task 2 together with Optional Services A, B, C and D as set forth in DIXON's cost proposal, the not-to-exceed amount being the maximum total payable to DIXON under the agreement, inclusive of all other direct costs, reimbursables, pass-through expenses and any time-and-materials billing; and
2.Finding that the proposed action does not constitute a project with the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines sections 15378(b)(4) and (5) in that it is a governmental fiscal, organizational or administrative
3.2 FY 2025-26 Fourth Quarter Treasury Report
Recommendation:
Accept and file the Cash Treasury Report for the month of June 2026.
3.3 FY 2025-2026 Capital Water System Improvement Payments to Veolia Recommendation:
1. Authorizing the City Manager to reimburse Veolia for city-wide capital water system improvements and appropriating an amount not to exceed $296,110.00 from the Water Capital Fund for FY 25/26 for that purpose; and
2. Finding that the action being considered does not constitute a “Project” within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to CEQA Guideline section 15378 (b)(5), in that it is a government administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect changes in the environment, and that pursuant to section 15301 (minor alterations) as it involves minor improvements to existing facilities.
3.4 Latino History Month Proclamation
Recommendation: Present the Latino History Month Proclamation
3.5 National Suicide Prevention Month
Recommendation: Present the National Suicide Prevention Month East Palo Alto City Council September 1, 2026 Agenda
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3.6 Proclamation for the 100th Birthday of Mr. N.J. Johnson Recommendation: Present the proclamation
3.7 Proclamation for Royce Keys Day
Recommendation: Present the proclamation
3.8 PD Patrol Vehicles
Recommendation: Adopt the resolution
3.9 Second Amendment Retroactively Extending the Term of the Agreement with Willdan Financial Services, and Ratification of Services Accepted and Payments Made After Expiration of the Term
Recommendation:
Adopt a resolution:
1. Finding, on the basis of this report and the record, that the scope of services described below were previously authorized by the City, were actually and necessarily performed by Willdan Financial Services, conferred a direct benefit on the City and on the East Palo Alto Sanitary District, and that payment for those services serves a public purpose;
2. Ratifying all acts of City officers and staff in requesting, accepting, and paying for services performed by Willdan Financial Services after expiration of the term of the Agreement on December 31, 2025, including the City Manager’s exercise of the six-month extension option.;
3. Approving the City Manager to execute the Second Amendment;
4. Ratifying payment of invoices totaling $12,000 paid to Willdan Financial Services after expiration of the term, and find that those payments are within the not-to-exceed amounts previously authorized by the City Council and were made from appropriations lawfully available at the time of payment; and
5. Finding that the action is not a “project” within the meaning of the State CEQA Guidelines (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14) section 15378(b)(5). [R2] East Palo Alto City Council September 1, 2026 Agenda
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Recommendation: Adopt the July 21, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes
4. CLOSED SESSION
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
6. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
6.1 City Council Strategic Priorities Fiscal Years (FY) 2025-27 Work Plan - Fourth Quarter Status Update
Recommendation: Receive a fourth quarter update on the City Council Strategic Priorities FY 2025-27 Work Plan.
7. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
8.1 Inclusionary Housing Alternative Compliance Option for 2120-2160 Euclid Ave Mixed-Use Project (Portion of APN 063-292-380)
Recommendation: Recommendation
Adopt a resolution:
a) Finding that the proposed alternative for the 2120-2160 Euclid Avenue, mixed-use development project at 2120-2160 Euclid Avenue (portion of APN 063-292-380, "Project") meets the City's Inclusionary Housing Ordinance ("IHO") requirements for an alternative compliance option under Section 18.37.080 of the East Palo Alto Municipal Code ("EPAMC"); and. b) Finding that the action being considered does not constitute a "Project" within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15378(b)(4) and (5) in that it is a governmental fiscal, organizational or administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect changes in the environment.
The proposed project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the Class 32(In-Fill Development Projects) exemption under California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 6, Chapter 3, Article 19, Section 15332.
Class 32 exemptions apply to infill development projects that meet the following criteria:
Consistency with the applicable General Plan designation, policies, and zoning regulations;
Location within city limits on a site no larger than five acres, that is sustainably surrounded by urban uses;
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4 No value as habitat for endangered, rare, or threatened species; No significant effects related to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality; and
Adequate provision of all required utilities and public services.
8.2 Bell Street Park Easement for RCSD 2120 Euclid Avenue Project Recommendation:
Adopt a resolution:
1. Selecting a fire suppression access easement through Bell Street Park in favor of the Ravenswood City School District (RCSD) to support emergency response to the proposed 430-unit affordable housing development at 2120 Euclid Avenue by:
a. granting the easement as recommended by staff under Option 3 (comprised of two separate approximately 5 feet wide easements); b. or granting an easement under any other option presented in this report;
c. or directing staff to return with a different option proposed by the City Council.
2. Authorizing the City Manager (or designee) and directing him to prepare and execute on behalf of the City an easement instrument consistent with the option selected by the City Council, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
8.3 Annual Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fees Update
9. POLICY AND ACTION
10. ADJOURN CITY COUNCIL MEETING AND RECONVENE TO THE EAST
PALO ALTO SANITARY DISTRICT MEETING
11. EPASD CONSENT CALENDAR
11.1 Cash Disbursement Report for June 2026
Recommendation: Accept the cash disbursement report required pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 6794.
12. EPASD PUBLIC COMMENT
13. ADJOURN EAST PALO ALTO SANITARY DISTRICT BOARD MEETING
AND RECONVENE TO THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
14. COUNCIL REPORTS
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5 15. ADJOURNMENT
Upcoming meetings:
Regular Meeting September 15, 2026 6:00 PM
Study Session September 29, 2026 6:00 PM
Regular Meeting October 6, 2026 6:00 PM
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. Information distributed to the Council at the Council meeting becomes part of the public record. A copy of written material, pictures, etc. should be provided for this purpose.
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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: August 21, 2026
AMENDED: August 25, 2026
ATTEST:
James Colin
City Clerk
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