*Consent Items
MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 10, 2026
FREMONT CITY HALL AND
VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM
7:00 P.M.
1. PRELIMINARY
A. Call to Order: Mayor Salwan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
B. Flag Salute: Councilmember Liu led the salute to the flag.
C. Roll Call: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
D. Announcements by Mayor/City Manager/City Attorney
Mayor Salwan announced the Boards and Commissions vacancies.
City Manager Shackelford shared information regarding items of Council/community interest and introduced colleagues.
E. Report Out of Closed Session (if applicable) – None.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
* A. Waive Reading of Ordinances - None.
* B. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Approval of Minutes for the Regular Meeting of January 20, 2026 and the Regular Meeting of February 3, 2026 On a motion by Councilmember Kimberlin, seconded by Councilmember Liu, the City Council approved minutes.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
3. CEREMONIAL ITEMS – None.
*Consent Items
4. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Oral and Written Communications
Communications submitted to the City Clerk were compiled, distributed to the City Council and staff, and published in the City's Agenda Center on fremont.gov and placed on file.
Mayor Salwan opened the public comment period. The following people commented: Pieter Friedrich, Andreas Kadavanich, Janet Barton, and Lissette Poole. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period.
5. SCHEDULED ITEMS – None.
6. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Adopting a Resolution Amending the Pension Liability Funding Policy
Finance Director David Persselin shared a presentation and responded to questions from Councilmembers.
Mayor Salwan opened the public comment period. The following person commented: Joanne Schwab. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period.
On a motion by Councilmember Campbell, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-06 amending the Pension Liability Funding policy as described in the staff report and as modified to clarify that the City Manager is directed to incorporate the unfunded liability contributions specified by CalPERS into development of the proposed operating budget each year, with any additional contributions contingent on availability of funds and subject to City Council review.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
B. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Approving Amendments to the FY 2025/26 Adopted Operating Budget Reflecting Negotiated Labor Agreements with Offsetting Expenditure Reductions in the General Fund
Finance Director David Persselin shared a presentation and responded to questions from Councilmembers.
Mayor Salwan opened the public comment period. The following person commented: Joanne Schwab. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period. *Consent Items
On a motion by Councilmember Cambell, seconded by Councilmember Liu, the City Council directed staff to amend the FY 2025/26 Operating Budget to:
1. Implement compensation and benefit changes specified in the FY 2025/26 labor agreements.
2. Implement appropriation reductions necessary to offset the labor agreement increases in the General Fund.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
7. ITEMS REFERRED BY COUNCILMEMBERS
A. Council Referrals
1. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of MAYOR SALWAN REFERRAL: Requesting Adoption of a Resolution to Update Council Assignments to Outside Committees, Commissions, and Boards
On a motion by Councilmember Shao, seconded by Councilmember Liu, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-07 designating Council assignments to outside committees, commissions, and boards and to update the exhibit to also reflect changes to contact information, meeting frequency and/or stipends for the various entities.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
B. Appointments to Boards, Commissions, Committees – None.
C. Legislative Actions – None.
D. Report on Committee Assignments – None.
8. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Salwan adjourned the meeting at 8:51 p.m.
Attest: Approved:
Alberto Quintanilla, City Clerk Raj Salwan, Mayor
*Consent Items
MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 17, 2026
FREMONT CITY HALL AND
VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM
7:00 P.M.
1. PRELIMINARY
A. Call to Order: Mayor Salwan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
B. Flag Salute: Councilmember Keng led the salute to the flag.
C. Roll Call: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
D. Announcements by Mayor/City Manager/City Attorney
Mayor Salwan announced the Boards and Commissions vacancies.
City Manager Shackelford introduced colleagues.
E. Report Out of Closed Session (if applicable) – None.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
* A. Waive Reading of Ordinances – None.
* B. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Approval of Minutes – None. * C. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Authorizing the City Manager to Amend the Master Agreement with the Alameda County Probation Department for City to provide services to At-Promise Youth and Families through Fiscal Year 2027/28 and to increase the not-to-exceed amount by $1,157,915.
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Councilmember Liu, the City Council authorized the City Manager, or designee, to execute a First Amendment to the Master Agreement with Alameda County’s Probation Department for the City’s Human Services Department to provide services for at-promise youth and families in Fremont and Newark, to increase the not-to-exceed amount by $1,157,915, for a new total amount not-to-exceed amount of $2,282,104, and to extend the term of the Master Agreement through Fiscal Year 2027/28.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
*Consent Items
* D. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Approving the Closeout of Completed Capital Projects and Partial Defunding of Selected Projects; and Approval of Fund Reallocations and Appropriations Including a $13.1 Million Allocation to Support the Central Park Community Center Project.
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar. Mayor Salwan opened the public comment period. There being no speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period.
Public Works Director Hans Larsen and Community Services Director Kim Beranek responded to questions from Councilmembers.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Zhang, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council:
1. Approved the closeout and defunding capital projects identified on Exhibit A.
2. Approved appropriation actions identified on Exhibit A.
3. Found that the recommended actions are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because they are an administrative fiscal activity and not a project pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15378.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
* E. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Approving Recommendation to Increase FY 2025/26 Opioid Settlement Grant Recipient Award and Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Grant Agreement with Bay Area Community Health.
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Vice Mayor Zhang, the City Council authorized the City Manager, or designee, to execute a grant agreement with Bay Area Community Health, and any other implementing documents that may be required, in the amount of $70,000, inclusive of the original $20,000 previously approved by Council on July 15, 2025, effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, as set forth in the staff report.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
Recuse: Campbell
3. CEREMONIAL ITEMS – None.
*Consent Items
4. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Oral and Written Communications
Mayor Salwan opened the public comment period. The following people commented: Padma Gopalakrishnan, Keith Paker, and Jonathan Chiu. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period.
5. SCHEDULED ITEMS – None.
6. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Receiving a Presentation and Accepting a Report on the Permit Application to Allow DoorDash to Test and Operate Food Delivery Robots in Fremont Under Specified Conditions to Ensure Public Safety and Community Support.
Public Works Director Hans Larsen and Assistant City Engineer Noe Veloso shared a presentation; and along with Assistant City Manager Christina Briggs and Head of Policy Autonomy & Robotics at DoorDash Henry Greenridge, responded to questions from Councilmembers.
Mayor Salwan opened the public comment period. The following people commented: Sobi Chang, Keith Parker, Nguyen Kojiama, Julie Gilson, John Hinds, Andreas Kadavanich, and Padma Gopalakrishnan. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period.
City Council:
1. Received the presentation and accepted the report.
2. Provided input to staff on issues to consider.
7. ITEMS REFERRED BY COUNCILMEMBERS
A. Council Referrals
1. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of VICE MAYOR YAJING ZHANG REFERRAL - Initiate Council-Drafted Charter Process to Make Fremont a Charter City and Place a Proposed Charter on the November 3, 2026 Ballot (Accelerated Schedule) City Manager Karena Shackelford and City Attorney Rafael Alvarado responded to questions from Councilmembers.
Communications submitted to the City Clerk were compiled, distributed to the City Council and staff, and published in the City's Agenda Center on fremont.gov and placed on file.
Mayor Salwan opened the public comment period. The following people commented: Vipid Sharma, Keith Parker, Padman Gopalakrishnan, Chris Chan, John Hinds, Herbert Chu, Chun *Consent Items
Chi Ma, Ying Min Li, and Golden Chou. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period. Additional discussion followed.
On a motion by Councilmember Liu, seconded by Vice Mayor Zhang, the City Council:
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Shao, and Liu
Noes: Campbell, Kimberlin
Absent: None
Abstain: None
B. Appointments to Boards, Commissions, Committees – None.
C. Legislative Actions – None.
D. Report on Committee Assignments – None
8. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Salwan adjourned the meeting at 9:58 p.m.
Attest: Approved:
Alberto Quintanilla, City Clerk Raj Salwan, Mayor
*Consent Items
MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 3, 2026
FREMONT CITY HALL AND
VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM
7:00 P.M.
1. PRELIMINARY
A. Call to Order: Mayor Salwan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
B. Flag Salute: Councilmember Shao led the salute to the flag.
C. Roll Call: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
D. Announcements by Mayor/City Manager/City Attorney
Mayor Salwan announced the Boards and Commissions vacancies.
City Manager Shackelford s introduced colleagues.
E. Report Out of Closed Session (if applicable) – None.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
* A. Waive Reading of Ordinances: None.
* B. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Approval of Minutes – None. * C. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Authorization to Execute an Agreement with the Statewide Access Fund Administrator (SAFA) for Wheelchair Accessible Van Services through the Ride-On Tri-City Program
See Green Sheet on file that contains a correction to the Staff Report.
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Mayor Salwan, the City Council authorized the City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement with GCAP Services, Inc., as the designated Statewide Access Fund Administrator, and any other implementing documents that may be required, for the City to provide same-day Wheelchair Accessible Van services through its Ride-On Tri-City program, from March 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027, in the amount of $1,080,000, and increase the revenue estimate and appropriate $540,000 in the ACTC Mobility Mgmt Partnership Fund (Fund 176) in the FY 2025/26 adopted operating budget.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
*Consent Items
* D. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Approval of Plans and Specifications; Award Contract to Bear Electrical Solutions, LLC, in the Amount of $186,120 (includes 10% Contingency) for the Electric Vehicle Charger Installation at City Hall Project (PWC9094-D); and Make Findings of CEQA Exemption
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Mayor Salwan, the City Council approved the following actions related to the Electric Vehicle Charger Installation at City Hall Project (PWC9094-D):
1. Approved the plans and specifications for the project.
2. Accepted the bid and award the construction contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Bear Electrical Solutions, LLC, in the amount of $169,200 and allocate a 10% construction contingency in the amount of $16,920 for a total construction contract amount of $186,120 and authorized the City Manager, or designee, to execute the contract.
3. Found that this project is statutorily exempt per CEQA Guidelines Section 15268 (minor alteration of developed site).
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
* E. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Approval of Plans and Specifications; Award Contract to ARAM Electric, Inc., in the Amount of $168,300 (includes 10% Contingency) for the Electric Vehicle Charger Installation at Development Services Center Project (PWC9094-E); and Make Findings of CEQA Exemption
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Mayor Salwan, the City Council approved the following actions related to the Electric Vehicle Charger Installation at Development Services Center Project (PWC9094-E):
1. Approved the plans and specifications for the project.
2. Accepted the bid and award the construction contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, ARAM Electric, Inc. in the amount of $153,000 and allocate a 10% construction contingency in the amount of $15,300 for a total construction contract amount of $168,300 and authorized the City Manager, or designee, to execute the contract.
3. Found that this project is statutorily exempt per CEQA Guidelines Section 15268 (minor alteration of developed site).
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
*Consent Items
* F. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Authorizing City Manager to Approve a Side Letter of Agreement Amending the Memorandum of Understanding with FAME to Implement Targeted Market Equity Salary Adjustments
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Mayor Salwan, the City Council authorized the City Manager, or designee, to enter into a side letter of agreement with the Fremont Association of Management Employees, amending the current Memorandum of Understanding between the parties to implement a market equity salary increase of 2% for the Public Safety Communications Manager, Communications Manager, and Deputy Fire Chief classifications, and a market equity salary increase of 3% for the Police Records Administrator, Fire Marshal, Senior Plan Check Professional, and Permit Center Manager classifications.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
* G. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Authorizing City Manager to Approve a Side Letter of Agreement Amending the Memorandum of Understanding with CEFA to Implement Targeted Market Equity Salary Adjustments
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Mayor Salwan, the City Council authorized the City Manager, or designee, to enter into a side letter of agreement with the City of Fremont Employee Association, amending the current Memorandum of Understanding between the parties to implement a market equity increase of 2% for the Buyer and Police Records Supervisor classifications, and a market equity increase of 3% for the Economic Development Specialist, Fire Prevention Inspector, Senior Hazardous Materials Inspector, and Veterinary Technician classifications.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
3. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
A. Proclamation: Arbor Day (March 7, 2026)
4. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Oral and Written Communications
Mayor Salwan opened the public comment period. The following people commented: Andreas Kadavanich and Nolan Hughes. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period.
*Consent Items
5. SCHEDULED ITEMS – None.
6. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Approval of the Plans and Specifications and Award of Construction Contract to Zovich & Sons Inc. dba Zovich Construction for the Central Park Community Center Project (PWC9087), for the Base Bid, four Add Alternates, plus a 12% Construction Contingency, for a Total Construction Contract Amount of $37,475,200; and Authorization to Amend Professional Services Agreement with Kitchell CEM, Inc. for an Additional Amount Not to Exceed $460,000 (Including 15% Contingency).
Communications submitted to the City Clerk were compiled, distributed to the City Council and staff, and published in the City's Agenda Center on fremont.gov and placed on file.
Public Works Director Hans Larsen and Community Services Director Kim Beranek responded to questions from Councilmembers.
Mayor Salwan opened the public comment period. There being no speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period.
On a motion by Councilmember Shao, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council approved the following actions related to the Central Park Community Center Project (PWC9087):
1. Approved the plans and specifications for the project.
2. Accepted the base bid and add Alternate Bids 1, 2, 3 and 4; awarded the construction contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Zovich & Sons Inc. dba Zovich Construction, in the amount of $33,460,000; allocate a 12% construction contingency in the amount of $4,015,200 for a total construction contract amount of $37,475,200 and authorized the City Manager, or designee, to execute the contract.
3. Authorized amendment of professional services agreement with Kitchell CEM, Inc. for an additional amount of $460,000 including 15% contingency.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
B. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Update on the Status of the FY 2025/26 General Fund Operating Budget and Preliminary Three-Year Forecast; Approve Budget Adjustments; Make Findings of CEQA Exemption
Communications submitted to the City Clerk were compiled, distributed to the City Council and staff, and published in the City's Agenda Center on fremont.gov and placed on file. *Consent Items
Mayor Salwan opened the public comment period. The following people commented: Joanne Schwab and Kelly Abreu. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Zhang, seconded by Councilmember Campbell, the City Council:
1. Increased the following General Fund revenue estimates by the indicated amounts:
a. Sales tax - $3.0 million
b. Business tax - $1.4 million
c. Franchise fees - $0.1 million
d. Hotel tax - $0.4 million
2. Decreased the following General Fund revenue estimates by the indicated amounts:
a. Property tax - $0.3 million
b. Charges for services - $0.9 million
c. Investment earnings - $0.3 million
3. Decreased the General Fund citywide savings estimate by $3.0 million.
4. Found the action is exempt from CEQA review, per CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b).
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
C. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Adopting a resolution establishing a 7-member Charter Advisory Committee; approve preliminary Charter development workplan; and announce call for applications to serve on Advisory Committee Communications submitted to the City Clerk were compiled, distributed to the City Council and staff, and published in the City's Agenda Center on fremont.gov and placed on file.
Mayor Salwan opened the public comment period. The following people commented: Joanne Schwab, Linda Dulaney, Vipin Sharma, Rio Collette, and Kelly Abreu. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Zhang, seconded by Councilmember Shao, the City Council:
1. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-08 establishing a 7-member Charter Advisory Committee, approved preliminary Charter development workplan, and directed staff to proceed with implementation.
2. Announced call for applications to serve on Advisory Committee; and directed staff to hold a Special Meeting on Friday, March 20, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. for the appointment of Advisory Committee members.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Shao, and Liu
Noes: Campbell, Kimberlin
Absent: None
Abstain: None
*Consent Items
7. ITEMS REFERRED BY COUNCILMEMBERS
A. Council Referrals
1. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Amending Direction on Council-Drafted Charter Process to Make Fremont a Charter City to Produce Additional Analysis and Transparency for Council Consideration
Councilmembers provided comment. No action was taken.
B. Appointments to Boards, Commissions, Committees
1. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Mayor Salwan Referral: Appointments to Advisory Bodies
Appointment(s):
Advisory Body Appointee Term Expires
Art Review Board Antoinette Schlobohm 12/31/2029
Economic Development Advisory Commission
At Large Representative
Grace Liu 12/31/2027
Human Relations Commission Manisha Pathak 12/31/2027
Youth Advisory Commission Faaizah Khan 12/31/2026
On a motion by Councilmember Shao, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council approved appointments.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
C. Legislative Actions – None.
D. Report on Committee Assignments – None.
*Consent Items
8. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Salwan adjourned the meeting at 9:17 p.m.
Attest: Approved:
Alberto Quintanilla, City Clerk Raj Salwan, Mayor
MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
MARCH 10, 2026
FREMONT CITY HALL AND
VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM
5:45 PM
Call to Order: Mayor Salwan called the meeting to order at 5:45 p.m.
Roll Call: Present: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Public Comment: None.
CONVENED TO A CLOSED SESSION at 5:46 p.m.
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR:
(California Government Code Section 54957.6)
City Designated Representatives: Karena McGee Shackelford, City Manager; Rafael E. Alvarado Jr., City Attorney; Brian Stott, Assistant City Manager; Christina Briggs, Assistant City Manager; Allen DeMers, Deputy City Manager; David Persselin, Finance Director; Tina Gallegos, Human Resources Director; Elana Rivkin-Haas, Senior Deputy City Attorney Organizations Representing Employees:
• City of Fremont Employee Association
• Operating Engineers Local Union 3
• Teamsters Local 856
• Fremont Police Association
• Fremont Police Managers’ Association
• Professional Engineers and Technicians Association
• Fremont Association of Management Employees
• Fremont Fire Fighters
• Fremont Fire Fighters Batta
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – PENDING LITIGATION:
(California Government Code Section 54956.9(d))
1. Esteban Garibay v. City of Fremont (Filed: 2023)
Alameda County Superior Court, Case No. 23CV050737
2. Sofia Florian v. City of Fremont (Filed: 2023)
Alameda County Superior Court, Case No. 23CV045305
The Special Meeting of the Fremont City Council adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
Attest: Approved:
_____________________________ ___________________________ Alberto Quintanilla, City Clerk RAJ SALWAN, Mayor
*Consent Items
MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 10, 2026
FREMONT CITY HALL AND
VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM
7:00 P.M.
1. PRELIMINARY
A. Call to Order: Mayor Salwan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
B. Flag Salute: Councilmember Kimberlin led the salute to the flag.
C. Roll Call: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
D. Announcements by Mayor/City Manager/City Attorney
Mayor Salwan announced the Boards and Commissions vacancies.
City Manager Shackelford shared information regarding items of Council/community interest and introduced colleagues.
E. Report Out of Closed Session (if applicable)
City Attorney Alvarado reported that the Council conducted a conference in Closed Session this evening. The Council discussed Conference with Labor Negotiator pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6; and Conference with Legal Counsel on Pending Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d). No reportable action was taken.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
* A. Waive Reading of Ordinances: None.
* B. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Approval of Minutes- None. * C. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Initiation of a Proceeding to Vacate Portions of Liberty Street and Sundale Drive and Set a Public Hearing on April 7, 2026 at 7:00 PM – PLN2026-00034.
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Councilmember Liu, the City Council adopted a motion initiating a general vacation proceeding pertaining to the subject property and directed the City Clerk to set a Public Hearing on April 7, 2026 at 7:00 PM and provide public notice as required by law.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
*Consent Items
* D. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Adopting a Resolution of Intent to Hold a Public Hearing on April 7, 2026 to Consider Granting a Ten-Year, Non-Exclusive Franchise Agreement to LS Power Grid California, LLC., and Direct the City Clerk to Publish the Notice Required for the Public Hearing.
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar. Real Property Agent Ian Champeny and Assistant City Engineer Noe Veloso, along with LS Power representatives Senior Vice President Casey Carroll and Senior Project Manager Lucy Marton were available for discussion.
Mayor Salwan opened the public comment period. The following person commented: Kelly Abreu. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Zhang, seconded by Councilmember Liu, the City Council:
1. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-09 declaring the City Council’s intent to grant a franchise to LS Power Grid California LLC for the transmission of electric service in the City’s public rights-of-way.
2. Set a public hearing for April 7, 2026, to hear objections and introduce the franchise ordinance.
3. Directed the City Clerk to publish notice of the public hearing in a newspaper of general circulation within the City.
3. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
A. Introduction of newly appointed Police Chief Floyd Mitchell B. Proclamation: National Nutrition Month (March 2026) and Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist Day (March 11, 2026)
C. Proclamation: American Red Cross (March 2026)
D. Proclamation: Recognizing Lunar New Year
4. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Oral and Written Communications
Communications submitted to the City Clerk were compiled, distributed to the City Council and staff, and published in the City's Agenda Center on fremont.gov and placed on file.
Mayor Salwan opened the public comment period. The following people commented: Nolan Hughes, Kelly Abreu, Lilly Mei, Darlene Johnson, and John Wyde. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period. *Consent Items
5. SCHEDULED ITEMS
A. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Public Hearing (Published Notice) to consider an annual report on the status of implementation of the General Plan and the 2023 – 2031 Housing Element; and to consider exemptions from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to, without limitation and each on a separate and independent basis CEQA Guidelines §15061(b)(3) (No possibility of significant effects), §15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan, or Zoning), and §15378 (Government administrative actions with no significant effect).
Associate Planner Winnie Mui and Planning Manager David Wage were available for questions. Mayor Salwan opened the public hearing. The following person commented: Kelly Abreu and Joanne Schwab. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public hearing.
On a motion by Councilmember Shao, seconded by Councilmember Liu, the City Council:
1. Found the APR is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to, without limitation and each on a separate and independent basis CEQA Guidelines §15061(b)(3) (No possibility of significant effect), §15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan, or Zoning), and §15378 (Government administrative actions with no significant effect).
2. Accepted Exhibit “A” and Exhibit “B,” which depict the status of the General Plan and Housing Element, and direct Staff to submit the APR to LCI and HCD.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
Mayor Salwan called a brief recess. Following the recess, the meeting reconvened.
6. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Acceptance of the 2025 City of Fremont Community Survey Results conducted by Fairbank, Maslin, Maullin, Metz & Associates (FM3)
Curt Below, Partner and Chief Operating Officer, of FM3 Research shared a presentation and was available for questions along with Assistant City Manager Christina Briggs.
Mayor Salwan opened the public comment period. The following person commented: Vipin Sharma. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period.
City Council accepted the 2025 City of Fremont Community Survey findings. *Consent Items
B. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Adoption of a Resolution Declaring a Shelter Crisis in the City of Fremont Pursuant to Government Code Section 8698, et seq. Based Upon the Presence in the City of a Significant Number of Homeless Persons Who Are At Risk Due to Their Inability to Obtain Shelter and Adopting Local Building and Life Safety Standards for Certain New Emergency Housing Facilities that May be Used or Constructed to Help Address the Crisis; and to Consider a Finding that the Adoption of the Resolution is Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) in that the Proposed Shelter Crisis Declaration Is Not a Project that has the Potential for Causing a Significant Environmental Effect
Homeless Services Manager Laurie Flores and Planning Manager David Wage shared a presentation and were available for questions along with Fire Marshall Eric Govan and Lucy Kasdin representing Alameda County Health.
Mayor Salwan opened the public comment period. The following people commented: Marissa Ornelas, Janel Stephenson, Jannae Jones, Sawyer Bethcart, Bill Bain, Jill Bueno, Isaiah Zachariah, Brian Tor, Linda Dulaney, Annie Koruga, Vivian Wan, and Joanne Schwab. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Zhang, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council:
1. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-10 declaring a shelter crisis and adopting minimum local building and life safety standards for temporary facilities and new public facilities used to provide emergency housing.
2. Found that the adoption of Resolution No. 2026-10 and emergency declaration is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to, without limitation, CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(2), (b)(5) and/or 15061(b)(3), for the reasons described in this report.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
7. ITEMS REFERRED BY COUNCILMEMBERS
A. Council Referrals – None.
B. Appointments to Boards, Commissions, Committees
1. Mayor Salwan opened consideration of Mayor Salwan Referral: Appointment to Advisory Body
Appointment:
Advisory Body Appointee Term Expires
Human Relations Commission John Schinkel-Kludijan 12/31/2027 *Consent Items
On a motion by Councilmember Kimberlin, seconded by Councilmember Liu, the City Council approved appointments.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
C. Legislative Actions – None.
D. Report on Committee Assignments – None
8. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Salwan adjourned the meeting at 9:48 p.m.
Attest: Approved:
Alberto Quintanilla, City Clerk Raj Salwan, Mayor
MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
MARCH 20, 2026
FREMONT CITY HALL
5:00 P.M.
1. PRELIMINARY
A. Call to Order: Mayor Salwan called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
B. Flag Salute: Councilmember Campbell led the salute to the flag.
C. Roll Call: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, Zhang, and Liu
D. Announcements by Mayor/City Manager
Mayor Salwan announced the Boards and Commissions vacancies.
City Manager Shackelford introduced colleagues.
2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Oral and Written Communications
Communications submitted to the City Clerk were compiled, distributed to the City Council and staff, and published in the City's Agenda Center on fremont.gov, and were placed on file.
Mayor Salwan opened the public comment period. The following people commented: Henry Soong. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period.
3. ITEMS REFERRED BY COUNCILMEMBERS
A. Council Referrals
1. Mayor Salwan Referral: Appointments to Charter Advisory Committee Appointments:
Advisory Body Appointees
Charter Advisory Committee Dharminder Dewan
Charter Advisory Committee Brad Hatton
Charter Advisory Committee Rick Jones
Advisory Body Appointees
Charter Advisory Committee Sue Kwong
Charter Advisory Committee Kim Marshall
Charter Advisory Committee Sathya Sankaran
Charter Advisory Committee Ben Yee
On a motion by Vice Mayor Zhang, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council approved appointments.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, Zhang and Liu
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
4. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Salwan adjourned the meeting at 5:17 p.m.
Attest: Approved:
_____________________________ ______________________________ Alberto Quintanilla, City Clerk Raj Salwan, Mayor