City Council Chambers
3300 Capitol Avenue
Fremont, CA
Fremont City Council
Raj Salwan, Mayor
Raymond Liu, Vice Mayor
Teresa Keng, District 1
Desrie Campbell, District 2
Kathy Kimberlin, District 3
Yang Shao, District 4
Yajing Zhang, District 5
City Staff
Karena Shackelford, City Manager
Rafael E. Alvarado, Jr., City Attorney
Christina Briggs, Assistant City Manager
Brian Stott, Assistant City Manager
Allen DeMers, Deputy City Manager
Kim Beranek, Community Services Director
Geneva Bosques, Communications and
Legislative Affairs Director
Arquimides Caldera, Human Services Director
Zoraida Diaz, Fire Chief
Tina Gallegos, Human Resources Director
Alberto Quintanilla, City Clerk
Kelly King, Maintenance Operations Director
Matt Cano, Public Works Director
Donovan Lazaro, Economic Development Director
David Persselin, Finance Director
Joel Pullen, Community Development Director
Sanford Taylor, Information Technology Director
Floyd Mitchell, Chief of Police
Fremont City Council Agenda and
Report
September 15, 2026
General Order of Business
1. Preliminary
• Call to Order
• Salute to the Flag
• Roll Call
• Announcements-Mayor and/or City Manager
• Report Out of Closed Session (if applicable)
2. Consent Calendar
3. Ceremonial Items
4. Public Communications
5. Scheduled Items
• Public Hearings
• Appeals
• Reports from Commissions, Boards and
Committees
6. Other Business
7. Items Referred by Councilmembers
• Council Referrals
• Appointments to Boards, Commissions,
Committees
• Legislative Actions
• Report on Committee Assignments
8. Adjournment
Order of Discussion
Generally, the order of discussion after introduction of an item by the Mayor will include comments and
information by staff followed by City Council questions and inquiries. The applicant, or their authorized
representative, or interested citizens, may then speak
on the item; each speaker may only speak once to each
item. At the close of public discussion, the item will be considered by the City Council and action taken. Items
on the agenda may be moved from the order listed.
Consent Calendar
Items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be
routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one
motion and one vote. There will be no separate
discussion of these items unless a Councilmember or
citizen so requests, in which case the item will be
removed from the Consent Calendar and considered
separately. Additionally, other items without a “Request to Speak – Speaker Card” card in opposition may be
added to the consent calendar. The City Attorney will
read the title of ordinances to be adopted.
Agenda and Report - Fremont City Council Meeting - September 15, 2026
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Important Notice Regarding the City Council Meeting.
This meeting is being conducted utilizing teleconferencing and electronic means Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953.4 (Assembly Bill 707), The live stream of the meeting may be viewed on the City of Fremont’s website at www.Fremont.gov/Channel27, which also provides a link to the live stream; or, on Comcast Channel 27. Please note, Channel 27 is only available to Comcast cable subscribers.
Submission of Public Comments: For those wishing to make public comments at the September 15, 2026 Council meeting, you may either: (1) submit your comments by email prior to the meeting, or (2) by Spoken Public Comment during the meeting. If you experience technical problems with the telephonic meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (510)284-4060 or [email protected].
How to submit Public Communications by email prior to the meeting:
Send an email to [email protected] before 1:00 p.m. the day of the meeting.
Please identify the agenda item number/letter, and meeting date in the subject line of your email or specify that it is not related to an agenda item. Emails will be compiled by agenda item number/letter, distributed to the City Council and staff, and published in the City's Agenda Center on www.fremont.gov. If you wish to share an attachment, exhibit, or photo, include it as a PDF file in your email before the noted deadline. Electronic comments on agenda items for the City Council meeting may only be submitted by email.
Comments via text and social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) will not be accepted.
How to provide Spoken Public Comment during the meeting:
1. Attend meeting in-person in the Council Chamber, fill out a “Request to Speak – Speaker Card” with the agenda item number & letter, and submit to the City Clerk.
2. By phone 833-430-0037 (toll free). Webinar ID: 839 9603 6452. Click *9 to raise your hand to speak.
3. By online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83996036452
a) Use a current, up-to-date browser: Chrome 30+, Firefox 27+, Microsoft Edge 12+, Safari 7+. Certain functionality may be disabled in older browsers including Internet Explorer. Mute all other audio before speaking. Using multiple devices can cause audio feedback.
b) Enter an email address and name. The name will be visible online and will be used to notify you that it is your turn to speak.
c) When the Mayor calls for the item on which you wish to speak, click on “raise hand.” Speakers will be notified shortly before they are called to speak. d) When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted.
The City Council Agendas may be accessed online:
https://www.fremont.gov/government/agenda-center
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable modification or accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, or if you do not have access to email or the internet, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (510) 284-4060 or [email protected] at least two working days prior to the meeting for assistance.
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Agenda
Fremont City Council Regular Meeting
September 15, 2026
City Council Chambers, 3300 Capitol Avenue, Building A
7:00 PM
1. Preliminary
A. Call to Order
B. Salute the Flag
C. Roll Call
D. Announcements-Mayor and/or City Manager
E. Report Out of Closed Session (if applicable)
2. Consent Calendar
Items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion and one vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered separately. Additionally, other items without a “Request to Address Council” card in opposition may be added to the consent calendar. The City Attorney will read the title of ordinances to be adopted.
A. Motion To: Waive Further Reading of Proposed Ordinances (This permits reading the title only in lieu of reciting the entire text.) B. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Minutes - for the Regular Meeting of September 1, 2026, Closed Session Meeting of September 8, 2026, and
Regular Meeting of September 8, 2026
Contact Persons:
Name: Alberto Quintanilla
Title: City Clerk
Dept: City Clerk's Office
Phone: 510-284-4009
E-Mail: [email protected]
Recommendation: Approve minutes.
C. Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Fremont Municipal Code Section 2.05.060 (Compensation of Mayor And Council Members) to Adjust the Salaries of the Mayor And Council Members
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt ordinance amending the Fremont
Municipal Code to authorize an increase in the salary of the City Councilmembers to $2,758.71 per month and of the Mayor to $4,901.26 per month, effective after the new City Council is seated September 15, 2026 Fremont City Council Page 4
following the election of November 3, 2026.
D. Update of Conflict of Interest Code - Adopt a Resolution Updating the Conflict of Interest Code for the City of Fremont Contact Persons:
Name: Alberto Quintanilla Allen DeMers
Title: City Clerk Deputy City Manager
Dept: City Clerk's Office City Manager's Office
Phone: 510-284-4009 510-494-4651
E-Mail: [email protected] [email protected]
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution amending Fremont’s Conflict of Interest Code as it relates to the Form 700 designated positions and the disclosure categories.
E. Radio Services Provided by East Bay Regional Communications System Authority (EBRCSA) - Authorize the City Manager, or her Designee, to Issue a Purchase Order for Annual Operating Payments/Renewals and Execute Implementing Documents
with EBRCSA for Use of the Public Safety Radio
Communications System.
Contact Persons:
Name: Diane Brasil Lance Brede
Title: Police Business Manager Deputy Chief
Dept: Police Department Police Department
Phone: 510-790-6816 (510) 790-6930
E-Mail: [email protected] [email protected]
Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager, or a designee, to issue a purchase order for the annual operating payment to EBRCSA in an amount not to exceed $408,036 for the one-year period effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, and execute implementing documents as necessary.
F. Acquisition of Parkland at Crystalline Ave. - Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to execute an Agreement to Purchase the Property located at 501 Crystalline Avenue, APN 519-1410-011, in the amount of $4,500,000, and making certain findings; and find that the actions are exempt from CEQA per CEQA Guidelines Sections 15183, 15004, 15061(b)(3), and 15378.
Contact Persons:
Name: Kim Beranek Ian Champeny
Title: Community Services
Director
Real Property Agent
Dept: Community Services Real Property
Phone: 510-494-4330 510-494-4759
E-Mail: [email protected] [email protected]
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Recommendations:
1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the property, APN 519-1410-011, at 501 Crystalline Drive, and all other documents necessary to complete the acquisition of the Property.
2. Find that the Property, and its purchase, is in conformity with the City’s General Plan and also meets the criteria set forth in the Parkland Acquisition Manual of the City of Fremont’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
3. Appropriate $4,950,000 in Fund 542 to the Parkland Acquisition Project (PWC8311-542) for property purchase, fees, staff time, and associated costs.
4. Find that the purchase of the Property is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), without limitation, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15183 (General Plan and Zoning Consistency), CEQA Guidelines Section 15004 (Time of Preparation), CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption); and CEQA Guidelines Section 15378 (Not a Project).
3. Ceremonial Items - None.
4. Public Communications
A. Oral and Written Communications
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY - None.
PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY - None.
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
5. Scheduled Items
A. Adopt a Resolution Prohibiting the Use of City-Owned or Controlled Real Property for Federal Civil Immigration-Related Enforcement Activities
Contact Persons:
Name: Rafael Alvarado Karena Shackelford
Title: City Attorney City Manager
Dept: City Attorney's Office City Manager's Office
Phone: 510-284-4030 510-284-4063
E-Mail: [email protected] [email protected]
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution that prohibits the use of City- owned or controlled real property for federal civil immigration-related enforcement activities.
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6. Other Business - None.
7. Items Referred by Councilmembers
A. Councilmember Referrals - None.
B. Appointments to Boards, Commissions, Committees - None.
C. Legislative Actions - None.
D. Report on Committee Assignments
8. Adjournment
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ACRONYMS
ABAG Association of Bay Area Governments HARB Historical Architectural Review Board ACE Altamont Commuter Express HBA Home Builders Association ACFCD Alameda County Flood Control District HCD Housing and Community ACTC Alameda County Transportation
Commission
HRC
Development (State)
Human Relations Commission
HCD Housing and Community
ACWD Alameda County Water District ICMA
JPA
International City/County Management
Association
Joint Powers Authority
ARB Art Review Board
BAAQMD
BART
Bay Area Air Quality Management
District
Bay Area Rapid Transit District
LLMD Lighting and Landscaping Maintenance
District
LOCC League of California Cities
BCDC Bay Conservation & Development
Commission
LOS
MET
Level of Service
Mobile Evaluation Team
BMPs Best Management Practices MOU Memorandum of Understanding BMR Below Market Rate MTC Metropolitan Transportation
CALPERS California Public Employees’ Retirement
System
MTC Metropolitan Transportation
Commission
CBC California Building Code NRSRO Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organization
CDD Community Development Department NEPA National Environmental Policy Act CC & R’s Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions NLC National League of Cities CDBG
CEQA
Community Development Block Grant
California Environmental Quality Act
NPDES National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System
CERT Community Emergency Response Team NPO Neighborhood Preservation Ordinance CIP Capital Improvement Program PC Planning Commission
CNG Compressed Natural Gas PD Planned District
COF City of Fremont PDA Priority Development Area
COPPS Community Oriented Policing and Public
Safety
PUC
PVAW
Public Utilities Commission
Private Vehicle Accessway
CSAC California State Association of Counties PWC Public Works Contract CTC California Transportation Commission RFP Request for Proposals dB Decibel RFQ Request for Qualifications
DEIR Draft Environmental Impact Report RHNA Regional Housing Needs Allocation DU/AC Dwelling Units per Acre ROP Regional Occupational Program EBCE East Bay Community Energy RWQCB Regional Water Quality Control Board EBRPD East Bay Regional Park District SACNET Southern Alameda County Narcotics Enforcement Task Force
EDAC Economic Development Advisory
Commission (City)
STIP State Transportation Improvement
Program
EIR Environmental Impact Report (CEQA) TCRDF Tri-Cities Recycling and Disposal Facility EIS Environmental Impact Statement TOD Transit Oriented Development
EVAW
(NEPA)
Emergency Vehicle Accessway
TS/MRF Transfer Station/Materials Recovery
Facility
FAR Floor Area Ratio UBC See CBC
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency VMT Vehicle Miles Travelled FFD Fremont Fire Department VTA Santa Clara Valley Transportation FMC Fremont Municipal Code Authority
FPD Fremont Police Department WMA Waste Management Authority FRC Family Resource Center ZA Zoning Administrator
FUSD Fremont Unified School District ZTA Zoning Text Amendment GIS Geographic Information System
GPA General Plan Amendment
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UPCOMING MEETING AND CHANNEL 27
BROADCAST SCHEDULE
Date Time Meeting Type Location
September 15, 2026 7:00 p.m. City Council Meeting Council Chambers September 22, 2026
CC/FUSD Liaison
Committee Meeting
- CANCELLED
September 29, 2026 No meetings (5th
Tuesday)
October 5, 2026 5:30 p.m. CC/FUSD
Joint Meeting Council Chambers
October 6, 2026 7:00 p.m. City Council Meeting Council Chambers October 13, 2026 7:00 p.m. City Council Meeting Council Chambers October 20, 2026 7:00 p.m. City Council Meeting Council Chambers October 27, 2026 No meeting
November 3, 2026 7:00 p.m. City Council Meeting Council Chambers November 10, 2026 7:00 p.m. City Council Meeting Council Chambers November 17, 2026 7:00 p.m. City Council Meeting Council Chambers November 24, 2026 No meeting
December 1, 2026 7:00 p.m. City Council Meeting Council Chambers December 8, 2026 7:00 p.m. City Council Meeting Council Chambers December 15, 2026 7:00 p.m. City Council Meeting Council Chambers December 22, 2026 No meeting
December 29, 2026 No meetings (5th
Tuesday)
January 5, 2027 7:00 p.m. City Council Meeting Council Chambers January 12, 2027 7:00 p.m. City Council Meeting Council Chambers
Fremont City Council Meeting: 09/15/26 07:00 PM
3300 Capitol Avenue Div/Dept: City Clerk's Office
Fremont, CA 94538 Category: Approval of Minutes
SCHEDULED
Sponsors:
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT (ID # 5821) DOC ID: 5821
Updated: 9/8/2026 12:04 PM by Alberto Quintanilla Page 1 Approval of Minutes - for the Regular Meeting of September 1, 2026, Closed Session Meeting of September 8, 2026, and Regular Meeting of September 8, 2026 Contact Persons:
Name: Alberto Quintanilla
Title: City Clerk
Div/Dept: City Clerk's Office
Phone: 510-284-4009
E-Mail: [email protected]
Approval of Minutes - for the Regular Meeting of September 1, 2026, Closed Session Meeting of September 8, 2026, and Regular Meeting of September 8, 2026.
ATTACHMENTS:
• DRAFT - 2026-09-01 CC Minutes
• DRAFT - 2026-09-08 CC Minutes - Closed Session
• DRAFT - 2026-09-08 CC Minutes
Recommendation: Approve minutes.
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Minutes
Fremont City Council Meeting
September 1, 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, Liu
Absent: Councilmember Shao
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 and community interest and introduced colleagues.
E. Report Out of Closed Session – None.
2. Consent Calendar
* A. Waive Reading of Ordinances: The City Attorney read the titles of ordinances to be considered.
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Councilmember Liu, the City Council waived further readings of proposed ordinances.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Zhang
Noes: None
Absent: Shao
Abstain: None
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* B. Approval of Minutes - for the Special Meeting of June 30, 2026, Closed Session Meeting of July 7, 2026, Regular Meeting of July 7, 2026, Closed Session Meeting of July 14, 2026, Regular Meeting of July 14, 2026, Regular Meeting of July 21, 2026, and Special Meeting of July 28, 2026
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Councilmember Liu, the City Council approved minutes.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Zhang
Noes: None
Absent: Shao
Abstain: None
* C. Report Out of Actions Taken During Council Recess - Report of Actions Taken by the City Manager during Council Recess, July 22, 2026 through August 31, 2026
See Green Sheet on file that contains a correction to the Staff Report.
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Councilmember Liu, the City Council received report acknowledging actions taken by the City Manager, or her designee, during the recess.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Zhang
Noes: None
Absent: Shao
Abstain: None
* D. Amendment To Velosimo Master Licensing Agreement - Authorize the City Manager, or Designee, to Execute an Amendment to the Master Licensing Agreement with Velosimo, Inc. to Add Middleware Connector Services to Support the Accela-PayPal Integration and Increase the Maximum Compensation an Additional $49,560 to a New, Not-to-Exceed Amount of $225,561.72
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Councilmember Liu, the City Council authorized the City Manager, or designee, to execute an amendment to the Master Licensing Agreement with Velosimo, Inc. to add middleware connector services to support the Accela-PayPal integration and increase the not-to-exceed compensation an additional $49,560 to $225,121.72.
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Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Zhang
Noes: None
Absent: Shao
Abstain: None
* E. Award a Construction Contract and Artwork Contracts for Centerville Community Park Expansion Project (PWC 8392C) – Approve the Plans and Specifications; award a Construction Contract in the amount of $9,065,106 to Suarez & Munoz
Construction, Inc, plus a 10% Construction Contingency in the amount of $906,511 for a total construction contract amount of $9,971,617; deny bid protest from A&B Construction; appropriations actions; approve the first choice artwork selections and award contracts of up to $89,000 to Colin Selig and Rita Soyfertis or backup artists for the public art at Centerville Community Park, as recommended by the City of Fremont’s Art Review Board and Recreation Commission; and make findings of CEQA exemption per Guidelines Section 15162
See Green Sheet on file that contains a correction to the Staff Report.
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. Community Services Director Kim Beranek and Parks Planning and Design Manager Tara Bhuthimethee responded to questions from Councilmembers.
On a motion by Councilmember Kimberlin, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council:
1. Found the project to be exempt from further review under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 as the proposed project is consistent with the prior MND for the Centerville Community Park and would not result in substantial changes in the project or to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken.
2. Found the project to be exempt from further review under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 as the proposed project is consistent with the prior MND for the Centerville Community Park and would not result in substantial changes in the project or to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken.
3. Found the project to be exempt from further review under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines
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Section 15162 as the proposed project is consistent with the prior MND for the Centerville Community Park and would not result in substantial changes in the project or to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken.
4. Found the project to be exempt from further review under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 as the proposed project is consistent with the prior MND for the Centerville Community Park and would not result in substantial changes in the project or to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken.
5. Found the project to be exempt from further review under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 as the proposed project is consistent with the prior MND for the Centerville Community Park and would not result in substantial changes in the project or to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken.
6. Found the project to be exempt from further review under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 as the proposed project is consistent with the prior MND for the Centerville Community Park and would not result in substantial changes in the project or to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken.
7. Found the project to be exempt from further review under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 as the proposed project is consistent with the prior MND for the Centerville Community Park and would not result in substantial changes in the project or to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Zhang
Noes: None
Absent: Shao
Abstain: None
* F. Acceptance of Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant - Accept Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) in the Amount of $254,040 and Appropriate Funds to the Central Park Tennis Center Lighting and Electrical Project (PWC8853) and Authorize the City Manager to Execute Documents Necessary to Accept and Implement the Grant
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Councilmember Liu, the City Council:
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1. Accepted EECBG grant funds in the amount of $254,040 and appropriate the funds to the Central Park Tennis Center Lighting and Electrical Project, PWC8853-522.
2. Authorized the City Manager, or designee, to execute any documents necessary to accept the EECBG equipment rebate voucher from the U.S. Department of Energy for the Central Park Tennis Center Lighting and Electrical Project in the amount of $254,040.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Zhang
Noes: None
Absent: Shao
Abstain: None
* G. Purchase of Trash Can Liners - Approval of Multi-Year Purchase Order with Wardley Industrial Inc., in an Amount Not to Exceed $55,000 Annually, for the Purchase of Trash Can Liners
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Councilmember Liu, the City Council authorized the City Manager, or designee, to execute a Purchase Order with Wardley Industrial Inc., in an amount not to exceed $55,000 annually through June 30, 2033.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Zhang
Noes: None
Absent: Shao
Abstain: None
* H. Vacation of a Portion of Sutton Loop - Adopt a Resolution Summarily Vacating a Portion of Sutton Loop (PLN2025-00114); Make Findings of CEQA Exemption
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Councilmember Liu, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-60:
a. To summarily vacate a portion of Sutton Loop located at the rear of 3366 Peralta Boulevard; subject to concurrent recordation of easements on Peralta Boulevard;
b. Authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute a grant deed conveying the area to be vacated on Sutton Loop to the property owner; and
c. Making findings, including findings of CEQA exemption.
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Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Liu
Noes: None
Absent: Shao
Abstain: None
* I. Traffic Safety Education Services - Authorization to Execute a Professional Service Agreement with Safe Moves in the Amount of $211,000.00 to Provide Walking and Biking Safety Education Services for Students; Make Finding of CEQA Exemption
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Councilmember Liu, the City Council:
1. Authorized the City Manager or designee to execute a Professional Service Agreement with Safe Moves for Student Traffic Education Services in an amount not to exceed $211,000.00.
2. Found the action is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3) and 15378(b).
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Zhang
Noes: None
Absent: Shao
Abstain: None
3. Ceremonial Items
A. Proclamation: Ukrainian Independence Day
The Ukrainian Independence Day was accepted by Olga Gavryliako.
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: Maria Lambarena, Pedro de Sa’, Davila Nava, and Leticia
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Ramos. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period.
5. Scheduled Items
A. Bond Issuance For Pacific West Communities, Inc. - Public Hearing (Published Notice) in Accordance with the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) to Consider the issuance of Tax-Exempt Bonds by California Municipal Finance Authority (CMFA) for Fremont Warm Springs Pacific Associates, LP. (Warm Springs Apartments)
Finance Director David Persselin, Housing Manager Lucia Hughes, and Financial Advisor for California Municipal Finance Authority Jarod Suzuki were available for questions along with Brad Dickason, Principal of Maracor Development, Roxanne Ruck Construction Finance Diligence of The Pacific West Communities, and Marnie Klein, The Pacific West Communities’ Financial Consultant.
Mayor Salwan opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public hearing.
On a motion by Councilmember Kimberlin, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council:
1. Held a public hearing in accordance with the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982 (TEFRA); and,
2. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-61 approving the issuance of Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds by the California Municipal Finance Authority for the purpose of financing an affordable housing project in the City of Fremont to be developed by Fremont Warm Springs Pacific Associates LP.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Zhang
Noes: None
Absent: Shao
Abstain: None
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B. Substantial Amendment to Federal Annual Action Plan and Authorizations for the Fremont Family Resource Center Enhancing Navigation Project - Public Hearing (Published Notice) on Adoption of Resolution Approving Substantial Amendment to FY 2024/25 Annual Action Plan; Increase the Appropriation for the Fremont Family Resource Center Navigation Enhancing Project; Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Square Signs LLC, DBA Front Signs and Make Findings of CEQA Exemption
CDBG Administrator Robert Lopez and Facilities Manager Jimmy Chen responded to questions from Councilmembers.
Mayor Salwan opened the public hearing. The following person commented: Vipin Sharma. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public hearing.
See Green Sheet on file that contains a correction to the Staff Report.
On a motion by Councilmember Campbell, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council:
1. Held a public hearing on the proposed substantial amendment to the City’s FY 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan to increase funding for the FRC Enhancing Navigation Project by $79,162.
2. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-62 amending the City’s FY 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan as recommended by staff herein and authorizing the City Manager or designee submit the amended FY 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan to HUD.
3. Appropriated an additional $79,162 in the CDBG account (HHS2463) of Fund 105 for a total amount of $209,162 for the FRC Enhancing Navigation Project.
4. Accepted the bid and award the construction contract for the FRC Enhancing Navigation Project to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Square Signs LLC, DBA Front Signs, in the amount of $132,125, with a 15% contingency in the amount of $19,819, for a total construction contract amount of $151,944, and authorized the City Manager or designee to execute the contract.
5. Found the FRC Enhancing Navigation Project is exempt from CEQA review as specified in this report.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Zhang
Noes: None
Absent: Shao
Abstain: None
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*Consent Items
C. Warm Springs Court Street Vacation - Public Hearing (Published Notice) and Adoption of a Resolution to Vacate a Remnant Portion of Warm Springs Court - PLN2024-00163; Make Findings of CEQA Exemption
Public Works Director Matt Cano and Associate Civil Engineer Homira Shafaq responded to questions from Councilmembers.
Mayor Salwan opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public hearing.
On a motion by Councilmember Zhang, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council:
1. Conducted a public hearing.
2. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-63 that:
a. Ordered the vacation of a portion of Warm Springs Court, reserving an easement over the entire area as depicted and described in the plat and legal description, and conditioned upon the City’s receipt of $112,000 payment for the fair market value of the area to be vacated;
b. Authorized the sale of the land and appropriate the sale proceeds of $112,000 into the General Fund;
c. Authorized the City Manager or designee to execute a grant deed conveying the area to be vacated as shown in the plat and legal description to 101 Realty Investment LLC, a California Limited Liability Company, or its successor(s) in interest at the fair market value of $112,000; and
d. Made findings, including findings of CEQA exemption.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Zhang
Noes: None
Absent: Shao
Abstain: None
D. Governance and Organizational Modifications - Governance and Modifications As Follow-Up From Charter City Initiative Assistant City Manager Christina Briggs shared a presentation and along with City Attorney Rafael Alvarado and City Manager Shackelford, responded to questions from Councilmembers.
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*Consent Items
Mayor Salwan opened the public hearing. The following people commented: Jack Rogers and Steve Skala. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public hearing.
City Council received the staff report and provided direction on how to proceed with the implementation of each action according to the proposed timeline.
6. Other Business – None.
7. Items Referred by Councilmembers
A. Council Referrals
1. Mayor Salwan Referral: Designation of League of California Cities Annual Conference Voting Delegate
On a motion by Councilmember Liu, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council appointed Councilmember Shao as the City’s voting delegate for the League of California Cities Annual Conference and Councilmember Campbell as the voting alternate.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Zhang
Noes: None
Absent: Shao
Abstain: None
B. Appointments to Boards, Commissions, Committees – None.
1. Mayor Salwan Referral: Appointments to Advisory Bodies Appointment(s):
Advisory Body Appointee Term Expires
Citizens Advisory Committee Chinmoy Roy 12/31/2028
Human Relations Commission Brandon T. Sass 12/31/2026
On a motion by Councilmember Kimberlin, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council:
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*Consent Items
C. Legislative Actions – None.
D. Report on Committee Assignments
Councilmembers reported on their various meetings.
8. Adjournment: There being no further business, Mayor Salwan adjourned the meeting at 8:29 p.m.
Attest: Approved:
Alberto Quintanilla, City Clerk Raj Salwan, Mayor
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Minutes
Fremont City Council Special Meeting
September 8, 2026
Fremont City Hall and
Virtual Meeting via Zoom
6:00 p.m.
Call to Order: Mayor Salwan called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Roll Call: Present: Mayor Salwan, Vice Liu, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Zhang
Public Comment: None.
Convened to a Closed Session at 6:01 p.m.
Conference with Real Property Negotiators:
(California Government Code Section 54956.8)
Property: 501 Crystalline Dr., Fremont, CA 94539 APN # 510-141001100 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; Kim Beranek, Community Services Director; Bronwen E. Lacey, Senior Deputy City Attorney.
Negotiating Parties: City of Fremont and Owner of 501 Crystalline Dr., Fremont, CA 94539 APN # 510-141001100
Under Negotiations: Price and Terms
Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation:
(California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4))
Anticipated Litigation:
One Case
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The Special Meeting of the Fremont City Council adjourned at 6:52 p.m.
Attest: Approved:
_____________________________ ___________________________ Alberto Quintanilla, City Clerk Raj Salwan, Mayor
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*Consent Items
Minutes
Fremont City Council Meeting
September 8, 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 Liu, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, Zhang
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
City Attorney Alvarado reported that the Council conducted a conference in Closed Session this evening. The Council discussed Conference with Real Property Negotiators Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8 and Conference with Legal Counsel on Anticipated Litigation (One Case) pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.9(d)(4). No reportable action was taken.
2. Consent Calendar
* A. Waive Reading of Ordinances: The City Attorney read the titles of ordinances to be considered.
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Vice Mayor Liu, the City Council waived further readings of proposed ordinances.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, Zhang
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
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*Consent Items
* B. Approval of Minutes – None.
* C. Security Information And Management System Renewal - Authorize the City Manager or her designee to execute an agreement with AMS.NET, LLC D/B/A MGT Impact Solutions, for the annual software licenses, maintenance, monitoring, response and support of the City’s Security Information and Event Management System (SIEMS), execute any implementing documents, and take any necessary implementing actions in an amount not to exceed $396,000 for a 3-year term.
See Green Sheet on file that contains a correction to the Staff Report.
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Vice Mayor Liu, the City Council:
1. Authorized the City Manager, or designee, to enter into an Agreement with AMS.NET, LLC D/B/A MGT Impact Solutions, in the amount of $396,000 for a 3-Year Term for the Security Information and Event Management System renewal.
2. Authorized the City Manager, or designee, to execute any implementing documents and take any implementing actions as necessary.
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, Zhang
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
* D. Grimmer Greenway Trail Extension Project - Accept $285,000 in Transportation for Clean Air (TFCA) Grant Funds from the Alameda County Transportation Commission’s (Alameda CTC) for the Grimmer Greenway Trail Extension Project (PWC8932); and Make Findings of CEQA Exemption.
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Vice Mayor Liu, the City Council approved the following actions related to the Grimmer Greenway Trail Extension Project (PWC8932):
1. Authorized the City Manager or designee to execute the Project Funding Agreement and prepare any other documents required to implement said agreement with Alameda CTC.
2. Accepted TFCA funds in the amount of $285,000 and appropriate the funds to PWC8932-504.
3. Found that the action taken is not a project under CEQA.
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*Consent Items
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, Zhang
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
* E. Agreement Providing for Implementation of the Alameda Countywide Clean Water Program July 2027 through June 2042 - Approve Fremont’s Continued Participation as a Member Agency of the Alameda Countywide Clean Water Program by Authorizing Execution of a Succ essor Agreement For the 15 -Year Period of July 2027 through June 2042
On a motion by Councilmember Keng, seconded by Vice Mayor Liu, the City Council approved Fremont’s continued participation as a member agency of the Alameda Countywide Clean Water Program by authorizing the City Manager or her designee to execute the Agreement Providing for Implementation of the Alameda Countywide Clean Water Program (July 1, 2027 – June 30, 2042)
Ayes: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers:
Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, Zhang
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
3. Ceremonial Items
A. Proclamation: National Hunger Action Month
The National Hunger Action Month Proclamation was accepted by Linda Leu, TCV Food Bank, Paddy Iyer, Daily Bowl, Naseer Irfan, Salaam Food Pantry, Kamal Anandpuri, 5 Sikh Seva, and Sherry Hsu, Tri City Free Breakfast Program
B. Proclamation: Recognizing Mission Peak Heritage Foundation The Mission Peak Heritage Foundation Proclamation was accepted by Al Minard, MPHF President, Maggie Balk, MPHF Vice-President, and Laura Cavillo, MPHF Board Member at Large.
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*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: Ruth Gentry, Joe Rose, Krysten Laine, Margaret Balk, Janet Barton, and Sainath Nagarajan. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public comment period.
5. Scheduled Items
A. Adjustment To The Salaries Of The Mayor And Council Members - Introduce an Ordinance Amending Fremont Municipal Code Section
2.05.060, and Authorizing a Salary Increase for the Mayor and Council Members
Mayor Salwan opened the public hearing. The following person commented: Vinita Verma. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public hearing.
On a motion by Councilmember Shao, seconded by Councilmember Zhang, the City Council introduced an ordinance amending the Fremont Municipal Code to authorize an increase in the salary of the Mayor and City Councilmembers effective after the new City Council is seated following the election of November 3, 2026.
Ayes: Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers: Keng, Kimberlin,
Shao, Zhang
Noes: Mayor Salwan, Councilmembers: Campbell and
Kimberlin
Absent: None
Abstain: None
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*Consent Items
C. City of Fremont Health Benefit Allowance for City Councilmembers - Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing and Restating the City's Contribution to Health and Welfare Benefits for Active City Councilmembers
Human Resources Director Tina Gallegos was available for questions.
Mayor Salwan opened the public hearing. The following people commented: Aziz Akbari, and Jack Rogers. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the public hearing.
On a motion by Councilmember Zhang, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-64 authorizing and restating the City’s contribution to health and welfare benefits for active members of the City Council.
Ayes: Vice Mayor Liu, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell,
Kimberlin, Shao, Zhang
Noes: Mayor Salwan
Absent: None
Abstain: None
6. Other Business – None.
7. Items Referred by Councilmembers
A. Council Referrals
1. Councilmember Keng Referral - Direct Staff to Analyze Options for the Funding and Construction of a New Community Center in North Fremont District 1
Councilmember Keng introduced her referral, Mayor Salwan opened the Public Comment period. The following people commented: James Ferris, Sai Nagarajan, and Patricia Schaffarczyk. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Salwan closed the Public Comment period.
Community Services Director Kim Beranek and Public Works Director Matt Cano were available for questions.
City Council directed City staff to analyze options to fund and construct a new community center in North Fremont District 1.
B. Appointments to Boards, Commissions, Committees – None.
C. Legislative Actions – None.
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D. Report on Committee Assignments – None
8. Adjournment: There being no further business, Mayor Salwan adjourned the meeting at 8:57 p.m.
Attest: Approved:
Alberto Quintanilla, City Clerk Raj Salwan, Mayor
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Attachment: DRAFT - 2026-09-08 CC Minutes (5821 : Approval of Minutes) Fremont City Council Meeting: 09/15/26 07:00 PM
3300 Capitol Avenue Div/Dept: City Clerk's Office
Fremont, CA 94538 Category: Code Adoptions & Amendments
SCHEDULED
Sponsors:
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT (ID # 5822) DOC ID: 5822
Updated: 9/9/2026 12:30 PM by David Persselin Page 1
Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Fremont Municipal Code Section 2.05.060 (Compensation of Mayor And Council Members) to Adjust the Salaries of the Mayor And Council Members
Contact Persons:
Name: Alberto Quintanilla David Persselin
Title: City Clerk Finance Director
Div/Dept: City Clerk's Office Finance Department
Phone: 510-284-4009 510-494-4631
E-Mail: [email protected] [email protected]
Executive Summary: Fremont Municipal Code Section 2.05.060 (the “Municipal Code”) establishes the salaries of the Councilmembers and Mayor and the process for reviewing and implementing compensation increases.
“Compensation increases shall be reviewed during each budget cycle and increases shall be considered commensurate with the Consumer Price Index – All Urban Consumers, San Francisco- Oakland-Hayward in an amount not to exceed 4%. Any increase to the Councilmembers’ salaries shall become effective only upon commencement of a new Council term of office following
adoption of an ordinance authorizing the increase. Any increase to the Mayor’s additional compensation (the amount that exceeds the Councilmembers’ salary amount) shall become effective as set forth in the ordinance adopting the increase.”
The ordinance was introduced by the City Council at its September 8, 2026 meeting. The ordinance is now before the Council for adoption.
ATTACHMENTS:
• Draft Ordinance Mayor and Council Compensation Increase
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt ordinance amending the Fremont Municipal Code to authorize an increase in the salary of the City Councilmembers to $2,758.71 per month and of the Mayor to $4,901.26 per month, effective after the new City Council is seated following the election of November 3, 2026.
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Ordinance No. XX- 2026 Page 1 of 3
DRAFT
ORDINANCE NO. XX-2026
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FREMONT AMENDING FREMONT MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION
2.05.060 (COMPENSATION OF MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS)
TO ADJUST THE SALARIES OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
MEMBERS
WHEREAS, Section 36516 of the California Government Code authorizes Councilmembers to receive a monthly salary, and Section 365161.1 authorizes the Mayor to receive compensation in addition to that which the Mayor receives as a Councilmember; and
WHEREAS, Fremont Municipal Code Section 2.05.060 establishes the salaries of the Mayor and Councilmembers and sets forth a process for reviewing and adjusting compensation; and
WHEREAS, Section 2.05.060(c) permits increases to compensation commensurate with the Consumer Price Index, in an amount not to exceed four percent; and
WHEREAS, the monthly salary for the City Council was adjusted to the current level of $2,602.56 per month for Councilmembers and $4,623.83 per month for the Mayor, which became effective upon seating of the Councilmembers elected on November 5, 2024; and
WHEREAS, California Senate Bill 329, effective January 1, 2024, amended California Government Code Section 36516 to permit adjustments to city council salaries by an amount not exceeding the greater of either five percent for each calendar year from the operative date of the last adjustment of the salary, or based on inflation as measured by the Consumer Price Index, which shall not exceed 10 percent for each calendar year; and
WHEREAS, based on the most recent information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Consumer Price Index – All Urban Consumers, San Francisco-Oakland- Hayward, inflation has increased from December 2024 through June 2026 at an annualized rate of 4.2%; and
WHEREAS, consistent with Senate Bill 329 and local law, the City Council desires to adjust the City Council salary to account for inflation based on the annualized rate of three percent; and
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Attachment: Draft Ordinance Mayor and Council Compensation Increase (5822 : Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance-Salary Ordinance No. XX- 2026 Page 2 of 3
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that adjusting Councilmembers compensation is needed to address the impacts of inflation and economic realities on those who serve on the City Council, and to encourage persons from different income levels to consider service on the City Council by making the compensation more reflective of the time and work being performed.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FREMONT DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. FREMONT MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2.05.060.
The Fremont Municipal Code Section 2.05.060 is amended to read as follows:
Sec. 2.05.060. Compensation of mayor and councilmembers.
(a) Each member of the council other than the mayor shall receive a salary of $2,602.56 $2,758.71 per month.
(b) The mayor shall receive a salary of $4,623.83 $4,901.26 per month.
(c) Compensation increases shall be reviewed during each budget cycle and increases shall be considered commensurate with the Consumer Price Index - All Urban Consumers, San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward Metropolitan Area in an amount not to exceed 4%. Any increase to the councilmembers’ salaries shall become effective only upon commencement of a new council term of office following adoption of an ordinance authorizing the increase. Any increase to the mayor’s additional compensation (the amount that exceeds the councilmembers’ salary amount) shall become effective as set forth in the ordinance adopting the increase.
SECTION 2. SEVERABILITY.
The City Council hereby declares that, should any provision, section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this Ordinance, or any part thereof, be rendered or declared invalid or unconstitutional by any final court action in a court of competent jurisdiction or by reason of any preemptive legislation, such decision or action shall not affect the validity of the remaining section or portions of the Ordinance or part thereof, and further declares that it would have independently adopted the remaining provisions, sections, subsections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, phrases, or words of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3. CEQA.
The City Council finds, under Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, Section 15061(b)(3) and 15378, that this ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in that it is not a Project which has the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment and is a governmental activity that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment.
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SECTION 4. EFFECTIVE DATE.
The Ordinance shall take effect thirty days after adoption, and the salary increases authorized herein shall commence on the start of the new City Council term of office following the November 3, 2026, election.
SECTION 5. PUBLICATION AND POSTING.
The City Clerk has prepared and published at least five days before the date of adoption a summary of this ordinance once in a newspaper of general circulation printed and published in Alameda County and circulated in the City of Fremont. A certified copy of the full text of the ordinance was posted in the office of the City Clerk since at least five days before this date of adoption. Within 15 days after adoption of this ordinance, the City Clerk shall cause the summary to be published again with the names of those City Council members voting for and against the ordinance and shall post in the office of the City Clerk a certified copy of the full text of this adopted ordinance with the names of those City Council members voting for and against the ordinance.
The foregoing ordinance was introduced before the City Council of the City of Fremont at the regular meeting of the City Council, held on the day of and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the day of by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
City Clerk City Attorney
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Attachment: Draft Ordinance Mayor and Council Compensation Increase (5822 : Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance-Salary Fremont City Council Meeting: 09/15/26 07:00 PM
3300 Capitol Avenue Div/Dept: City Clerk's Office
Fremont, CA 94538 Category: Plans, Policies and Studies
SCHEDULED
Sponsors:
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT (ID # 5814) DOC ID: 5814
Updated: 9/11/2026 12:44 PM by Alberto Quintanilla Page 1 Update of Conflict of Interest Code - Adopt a Resolution Updating the Conflict of Interest Code for the City of Fremont
Contact Persons:
Name: Alberto Quintanilla Allen DeMers
Title: City Clerk Deputy City Manager
Div/Dept: City Clerk's Office City Manager's Office
Phone: 510-284-4009 510-494-4651
E-Mail: [email protected] [email protected]
Executive Summary: The purpose of this report is to request that the City Council adopt a resolution amending Fremont’s Conflict of Interest Code as it relates to the positions designated to submit the Form 700.
Background: The Political Reform Act of 1974 requires that cities and other local agencies adopt local Conflict of Interest Codes. Fremont has had such a code in effect since the 1970s. Fremont’s Code requires disclosure of financial interests of certain employees, consultants and members of boards and commissions if these persons are likely to be involved in decision- making that could affect their own financial interests.
All public employees must comply with the State’s general conflict of interest laws by abstaining from influencing or making decisions that would affect their own financial interests. Additionally, employees who hold positions designated in the City’s Conflict of Interest Code must disclose specified types of financial interests on annual financial disclosure statements that are filed with the City Clerk.
Discussion/Analysis: The City Council last amended the Fremont Conflict of Interest Code on September 17, 2024. State law requires every local governmental agency to periodically review its Conflict of Interest Code to determine whether it is accurate and up-to-date. Updates do not change the basic conflict of interest abstention rules. These rules reflect State law.
However, changes in City staff organizational structure and responsibilities require that the designated position list and disclosure categories be updated as indicated below.
Council is being asked to approve the following two documents:
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Council Staff Report (ID # 5814) Meeting of September 15, 2026 Updated: 9/11/2026 12:44 PM by Alberto Quintanilla Page 2
1. List of Designated Positions: The list of designated positions is part of the City’s Code and designates which employees must file annual financial disclosure statements. For each designated position, the list establishes the categories of financial interests for which disclosure must be made. Requirements for disclosure differ from job to job in accordance with the kinds of financial interests that might be affected by an officer’s or employee’s decision making. For example, the disclosure category for Fleet Maintenance Manager is narrowly drawn to require disclosure only of financial interests in automotive, automotive facility, or construction equipment, material, supplies or services companies. The Planning Manager, by contrast, must make a very broad disclosure, which includes sources of income, investments, and interests in real property. A copy of the proposed list of designated positions, reflecting changes since the last revision, is enclosed.
2. Disclosure Categories: The disclosure categories establish the types of financial disclosure that must be made for each position and the Fair Political Practices Commission (“FPPC”) forms that must be completed by the employee. A copy of the list of disclosure categories is enclosed.
Both documents will be incorporated into the resolution to be adopted by the City Council.
ATTACHMENTS:
• DRAFT RESOLUTION - Amending Conflict of Interest Code • DRAFT - Designated Positions Appendix
• DRAFT - Disclosure Categories_Appendix
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution amending Fremont’s Conflict of Interest Code as it relates to the Form 700 designated positions and the disclosure categories.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FREMONT AMENDING THE CITY ’S CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CODE FOR DESIGNATED EMPLOYEES, CONSULTANTS AND
COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF FREMONT
WHEREAS, provisions of the Political Reform Act, Government Code Section 87300, et seq., require local government agencies to adopt and promulgate conflict of interest codes; and
WHEREAS, the Fair Political Practices Commission has adopted a regulation, Title 2, California Code of Regulations Section 18730, which contains the terms of a model conflict of interest code that meets the requirements of the Political Reform Act; and
WHEREAS, Title 2, California Code of Regulations Section 18730 has been incorporated by reference into the City’s Conflict of Interest Code; and
WHEREAS, the City’s Conflict of Interest Code also includes appendices of designated positions and disclosure categories, which are updated from time to time; and
WHEREAS, the City has determined to amend said appendices of designated positions and disclosure categories to reflect current conditions.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FREMONT RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Section 18730 of Title 2 of the California Code of Regulations duly adopted by the Fair Political Practices Commission, as amended from time to time, and the appendices in Attachments 1 and 2, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, in which the positions of employees, consultants, and commissioners are designated and disclosure categories are set forth, shall constitute the Conflict of Interest Code of the City of Fremont.
SECTION 2. All designated employees, consultants, and commissioners of the City of Fremont set forth on the attached appendix of designated positions shall file annual statements of economic interest with the City Clerk of the City of Fremont.
ADOPTED , 2026 by the City Council of the City of Fremont by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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_________________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________________
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_________________________________
City Attorney
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ATTACHMENT 1
APPENDIX
DESIGNATED POSITIONS
(City Council last adopted on September 17, 2024)
Positions Disclosure Categories
CITY ATTORNEY
Assistant City Attorney 1, 2, 3
City Attorney *
Deputy City Attorney 1, 2, 3
Deputy Risk Manager 1, 2, 3
Management Analyst II 1, 2, 3
Risk Manager 1, 2, 3
Safety Coordinator 6
Senior Deputy City Attorney II 1, 2, 3
Senior Deputy City Attorney 1, 2, 3
CITY CLERK
City Clerk 1, 2, 3
Assistant City Clerk 1, 2, 3
CITY MANAGER
Assistant City Manager 1, 2, 3
Assistant to the City Manager 1, 2, 3
City Manager *
Communications Manager 1, 2, 3
Communications and Legislative Affairs Director 1, 2, 3 Deputy City Manager 1, 2, 3
Management Analyst I / II 1, 2, 3
Management Fellow 1, 2, 3
Land Use Initiatives Manager 1, 2, 3
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Business Manager 1, 2, 3
Community Development Director 1, 2, 3
Community Development Deputy Director 1, 2, 3
Housing Project Manager 1, 2, 3
Management Analyst I / II 1, 2, 3
Building Safety
Building Inspector I / II 1, 2, 3
Building Inspector Specialist 1, 2, 3
Building Official 1, 2, 3
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Community Development Technician 1, 2, 3
Fire and Life Safety Plans Examiner 1, 2, 3
Permit Center Manager 1, 2, 3
Principle Principal Plan Check Professional 1, 2, 3
Senior Plan Check Professional 1, 2, 3
Plan Check Professional 1, 2, 3
Plans Examiner 1, 2, 3
Senior Building Inspector 1, 2, 3
Senior Community Development Technician 1, 2, 3
Supervising Building Inspector 1, 2, 3
Community Preservation
Code Enforcement Manager 1, 2, 3
Code Enforcement Officer I / II 1, 2, 3
Senior Code Enforcement Officer 1, 2, 3
Environmental Services
Environmental Services Administrator 1, 2, 3
Environmental Services Manager 1, 2, 3
Environmental Specialist I / II 1, 2, 3
Planning
Assistant Planning Manager 1, 2, 3
Associate Planner 1, 2, 3
Associate Landscape Architect 1, 2, 3, 7(e), 7(i)
Landscape Architect/Designer I / II 1, 2, 3, 7(e), 7(i) Planner I / II 1, 2, 3
Planning Manager 1, 2, 3
Principal Planner 1, 2, 3
Senior Planner 1, 2, 3
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Associate Landscape Architect 1, 2, 3, 7(e), 7(i)
Business Manager 1, 2, 3
Community Services Director 1, 2, 3
Deputy Director of Community Services 1, 2, 3
Landscape Architect I / II 1, 2, 3, 7(e), 7(i)
Management Analyst I / II 1, 2, 3
Parks Planning and Design Manager 1, 2, 3
Recreation Manager 1, 2, 3
Recreation Superintendent I / II 1, 2, 3
Senior Landscape Architect 1, 2, 3
Urban Forestry Manager 1, 2, 3
Water Park Manager 1, 2, 3
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Economic Development Coordinator 1, 2, 3
Economic Development Director 1, 2, 3
Economic Development Manager 1, 2, 3
Economic Development Specialist 1, 2, 3
FINANCE
Buyer 2, 3
Deputy Finance Director 2, 3
Finance Director *
Finance Operations Manager 2, 3
Management Analyst I / II 2, 3
Revenue Operations Supervisor 2, 3
FIRE ADMINISTRATION
Battalion Chief 2, 3
Business Manager 1, 2, 3
Clinical Nurse Educator 2, 3
Emergency Medical Services Coordinator 2,3
Deputy Fire Chief 1, 2, 3
Deputy Fire Marshal 1, 2, 3
Emergency Services Manager 1, 2, 3
Fire Chief 1, 2, 3
Fire Division Chief 1, 2, 3
Fire Marshal 1, 2, 3
Fire Prevention Inspector 1, 2, 3
Firefighter (Assigned to Prevention) 1, 2, 3
Fire Engineer (Assigned to Prevention) 1, 2, 3
Fire Captain (Assigned to Prevention) 1, 2, 3
Fire Captain (Assigned to Training & EMS) 2, 3
Hazardous Materials Inspector 1, 2, 3
Hazardous Materials Program Manager 1, 2, 3
Management Analyst I / II 1, 2, 3
Public Affairs Manager 1, 2, 3
Senior Fire Prevention Inspector 1, 2, 3
Senior Hazardous Materials Inspector 1, 2, 3
HUMAN RESOURCES
Deputy Director of Human Resources 1, 2, 3
Human Resources Analyst I / II / III 7(k)
Human Resources Director 1, 2, 3
Human Resources Manager 7(k)
HUMAN SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
Business Manager 1, 2, 3
CDBG Administrator 1, 2, 3
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Clinical Supervisor 1, 2, 3, 7(j)
Deputy Director of Human Services 1, 2, 3
Family Services Administrator 1, 2, 3, 7(j)
Family Resource Center Administrator 1, 2, 3
Homeless Services Manager 1, 2, 3
Human Services Development Officer 1, 2, 3
Human Services Director 1, 2, 3
Management Analyst I / II 1, 2, 3
Senior Center Manager 1, 2, 3
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
Business Systems Manager 2, 3
Deputy Information Technology ManagerDirector 2, 3
GIS Manager 2, 3
IT Services Director 2, 3
Information Technology Security Manager 2, 3
Infrastructure Services Manager 2, 3
Management Analyst I / II 1, 2. 3
Network Engineer 2, 3
Senior Systems Analyst/Programmer 2, 3
Systems Analyst/Programmer 2, 3
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
Business Manager 1, 2, 3
Maintenance and Operations Director 1, 2, 3
Park Superintendent 1, 2, 37(e)
Parks/Urban Landscape Manager 1, 2, 37(e)
Building Maintenance Manager 1, 3, 7(g)
Deputy Director, Maintenance & Business Operations 1, 2, 3 Fleet Maintenance Manager 7(d)
Management Analyst I / II (Environmental Compliance) 1, 2, 3 Management Analyst I / II (Maintenance Services) 1, 2, 3 Street Maintenance Manager 1, 3, 7(f)
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Animal Services Manager 1, 2, 3,7(c)
Business Manager 1, 2, 3
Criminal Intelligence & Analysis Manager 1, 2, 3
Management Analyst I / II 1, 2, 3
Police Captain 1, 2, 3
Police Chief 1, 2, 3
Police Deputy Chief 1, 2, 3
Police Lieutenant (Professional Standards & Accountability) 1, 2, 3 Police Sergeant (Assigned to Internal Affairs) 1, 2, 3
Police Sergeant (Assigned as Special Investigator to the Chief) 1, 2, 3 Public Affairs Manager 1, 2, 3
Public Safety Communications Manager 1, 2, 3
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Police Records Administrator 1, 2, 3
Veterinarian 1, 2, 3,7(c)
PUBLIC WORKS
Administration
Assistant City Engineer 1, 2, 3, 7(e, f, i)
Business Manager 1, 2, 3, 7(e, f, i)
City Engineer 1, 2, 3, 7(e, f, i)
Management Analyst I / II 2, 3
Public Works Director 1, 2, 3, 7(e, f, i)
EngineeringOther
Assistant City Engineer 1, 2, 3
Associate Civil Engineer 1, 2, 3, 7(e, f, i)
Associate Transportation Engineer 1, 2, 3, 7(e, f, i)
City Engineer 1, 2, 3
City Land Surveyor 1, 2, 3, 7(e, f, i)
Engineer I / II (Civil) 1, 2, 3, 7(e, f, i)
Engineer I / II Transportation 1, 2, 3 7(e, f, i)
Senior Construction Inspector 7(f), 7(i)
Construction Materials Inspector 7(e), 7(f), 7(i)
Engineering Tech I/II 1, 2, 3
Facilities and Real Property Manager 1, 2, 3, 7(e, f, i) Facilities Design/Construction Project Supervisor I / II / III 1, 2, 3, 7(e, f, i) Principal Civil Engineer 1, 2, 3, 7(e, f, i)
Principal Transportation Engineer 1, 2, 3, 7(e, f, i)
Real Property Agent 1, 2, 3
Real Property Manager 1, 2, 3
Senior Civil Engineer 1, 2, 3, 7(e, f, i)
Senior Construction Inspector 7(e), 7(f), 7(i)
Senior Transportation Engineer 1, 2, 3, 7(e, f, i)
Supervising Construction Coordinator 1, 2, 3, 7(e), 7(f), 7(i) Engineer I / II Transportation 1, 2, 3
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS *
HISTORICAL ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
BOARD MEMBERS 1, 2, 3
PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS *
RECREATION COMMISSION MEMBERS 1, 2, 3
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BUILDING APPEALS BOARD MEMBERS 1, 2, 3
* NOTE: Members of the City Council, Planning Commission, the City Manager, City Attorney and Finance Director/Treasurer have filing requirements imposed by State Law rather than by local enactment. Government Code Section 87200
CITY CONSULTANTS
Consultants shall be included in the list of designated employees and shall disclose pursuant to the broadest disclosure category (1, 2, 3) in the code subject to the following limitation:
The City Manager may determine in writing that a particular consultant, although a “designated position,” is hired to perform a range of duties that is limited in scope and thus is not required to fully comply with the disclosure requirements described in this section. Such written determination shall include a description of the consultant’s duties and, based upon that description, a statement of the extent of disclosure requirements. The City Manager’s determination is a public record and shall be retained for public inspection in the same manner and location as others under this code.
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Attachment 2 to
RESOLUTION 2026-XX
APPENDIX
DISCLOSURE CATEGORIES
1. Interests in real property which is located or in part within the jurisdiction of the City of Fremont. Schedule B (Schedule A-2 if held by a business entity/trust)
2. Investments in and management positions with business entities which are located within, or do business, plan to do business, or have done business during the preceding two-year period within the jurisdiction of the City of Fremont. Schedules A-1, A-2 and C
3. Sources of Income as defined by the Political Reform Act. Schedules C, D, and E
4. (This section intentionally left blank)
5. (This section intentionally left blank)
6. Investments in, income from, and management positions in business entities which furnish, have furnished in the past two years, or could reasonably be expected to furnish services of the type furnished by insurance companies, carriers, brokers, agents, or adjusters, law firms, investigators, medical practices or clinics, or other entities related to insurance of the type carried or utilized by the City of Fremont, or industrial safety equipment, materials, services or supplies. Schedules A-1, A-2, C- D, and E
7. Investments in, income from, and management positions in business entities which are located within or do business, plan to do business, or have done business during the preceding two-year period within the jurisdiction of Fremont and which provide or engage in:
a. Police services, equipment, materials, or supplies.
b. Banking, savings and loan, financial, or investment services. c. Veterinary, kennel, pet training, breeding, pet cemetery. d. Automotive, automotive facility, or construction equipment, material, supplies, or services. e. Park, landscaping, or agronomy equipment, materials, supplies, design or services. f. Street construction or engineering services and supplies. g. Building maintenance or repair equipment, materials, supplies or services. h. Recreation equipment, materials, supplies, or services. i. Architectural, planning, engineering, construction, building, real estate development, or a related field.
j. Practice of individual, marriage, or family psychological or social counseling. k. Consultants and contractors providing personnel, labor relations, recruitment, training, or benefit services.
Schedules A-1, A-2, C, D, and E
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Attachment: DRAFT - Disclosure Categories_Appendix (5814 : Update of Conflict of Interest Code 2026 (Biennial Update)) Fremont City Council Meeting: 09/15/26 07:00 PM
3300 Capitol Avenue Div/Dept: Police Department
Fremont, CA 94538 Category: Agreements and Contracts
SCHEDULED
Sponsors:
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT (ID # 5805) DOC ID: 5805
Updated: 9/9/2026 9:50 AM by Alberto Quintanilla Page 1 Radio Services Provided by East Bay Regional Communications System Authority (EBRCSA) - Authorize the City Manager, or her Designee, to Issue a Purchase Order for Annual Operating Payments/Renewals and Execute Implementing Documents with EBRCSA for Use of the Public Safety Radio Communications System.
Contact Persons:
Name: Diane Brasil Lance Brede
Title: Police Business Manager Deputy Chief
Div/Dept: Police Department Police Department
Phone: 510-790-6816 (510) 790-6930
E-Mail: [email protected] [email protected]
Executive Summary: The Fremont Police, Fire, Maintenance Operations, Community Development, Community Services, and Public Works departments currently use approximately 919 radios on the East Bay Regional Communications System Authority (EBRCSA) public safety radio system.
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager, or a designee, to issue a purchase order for the annual operating payment to EBRCSA in an amount not to exceed $408,036 for the one-year period effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, and execute implementing documents as necessary.
Background: The EBRCSA Public Safety Radio System was designed and built to provide coverage and interoperability to agencies in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. The system improves officer safety, eliminates duplication of overlapping independent radio systems, and provides interoperable voice communications for users. All police, fire agencies, and the Sheriff's Offices in Alameda and Contra Costa counties use the EBRCSA public safety radio system for communications. Other districts, such as Ohlone Community College District, Contra Costa Community College District, Dublin-San Ramon Services District, and the University of California-Berkeley, also use the EBRCSA radio system.
The EBRCSA public safety radio system provides the critical radio communications infrastructure needed by the Police and Fire Departments to deliver essential public safety services to the community and surrounding cities in the event of a major disaster or emergency. Other City
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Council Staff Report (ID # 5805) Meeting of September 15, 2026 Updated: 9/9/2026 9:50 AM by Alberto Quintanilla Page 2 departments, including Maintenance Operations, Community Development, Community Services, and Public Works, currently use the EBRCSA radio system for radio communications within the respective departments, with each other and with the Police and Fire Departments.
Discussion/Analysis: The annual operating costs have remained at $360 per subscriber since FY 2019/20. However, the EBRCSA Board of Directors has raised the price to $444 per subscriber due to system upgrades and is currently working on a 10-year cost plan.
In FY 2026/27, the City has approximately 919 radios on the EBRCSA public safety radio system listed in the following table:
Department/Division Radios
Police 511
Fire 255
Maintenance Operations/Admin, Buildings, Fleet, HazMat, Streets, Parks
94 Community Development/Code Enforcement, Environmental Services, Inspection
31 Community Services/Recreation 13
Public Works/Engineering-Construction Inspection 15
Total 919
Fiscal Impact: The annual operating payment for the one-year period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, is $408,036 (919 radios at $444 per subscriber). There are sufficient funds for the annual operating payment appropriated in the FY 2026/27 operating budgets for each department/division.
Environmental Review: The proposed action is exempt from and not subject to review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because, without limitation, it is not a “project” as defined in CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(2) and/or 15378(b)(5) and as it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the action may have a significant effect on the environment per CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), each as a separate and independent basis for CEQA compliance.
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Council Staff Report (ID # 5805) Meeting of September 15, 2026 Updated: 9/9/2026 9:50 AM by Alberto Quintanilla Page 3 Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager, or a designee, to issue a purchase order for the annual operating payment to EBRCSA in an amount not to exceed $408,036 for the one-year period effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, and execute implementing documents as necessary.
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Fremont City Council Meeting: 09/15/26 07:00 PM
3300 Capitol Avenue Div/Dept: Community Services
Fremont, CA 94538 Category: Property Acquisitions & Dispositions
SCHEDULED
Sponsors:
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT (ID # 5807) DOC ID: 5807 B
Updated: 9/10/2026 8:52 AM by Alberto Quintanilla B Page 1 Acquisition of Parkland at Crystalline Ave. - Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to execute an Agreement to Purchase the Property located at 501 Crystalline Avenue, APN 519-1410-011, in the amount of $4,500,000, and making certain findings; and find that the actions are exempt from CEQA per CEQA Guidelines Sections 15183, 15004, 15061(b)(3), and 15378.
Contact Persons:
Name: Kim Beranek Ian Champeny
Title: Community Services Director Real Property Agent
Div/Dept: Community Services Public Works
Phone: 510-494-4330 510-494-4759
E-Mail: [email protected] [email protected]
Executive Summary: Staff is recommending City Council adoption of a resolution authorizing the purchase of the 18.29 acre parcel located at 501 Crystalline Drive, APN 519-1410-011 (“Property”), for the amount of $4,500,000. Appropriation of an additional 10% of $450,000 would cover associated fees and staff time, for a total appropriation of $4,950,000. The acquisition of the Property is necessary for the development of a future park in support of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and the City’s General Plan.
Background: In 2022, the City of Fremont (City) completed a comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan (Master Plan) that included a Parkland Acquisition Manual (Manual) describing key attributes and necessities to meet the needs of residents. One of the priorities of the Master Plan was to acquire parkland to achieve improved park equity throughout Fremont. Criteria were identified in the Manual, including park size, 10-minute walk to park access for all, connection to trails, and equity areas.
In 2023 and 2025, the City issued Request for Proposals (RFP) to hire a commercial real estate consultant to collect market data and locate, evaluate, and report on potential sites that could be purchased for parkland for possible future park development. After several sites were identified and ranked by priority and suitability, the City narrowed its focus to a list of target sites. On May 20, 2025, the City purchased a 1.1-acre site at St.
Leonards Way that would provide 3,519 residents new access to a park within a 10-minute walking distance from their homes. Furthering the
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Council Staff Report (ID # 5807) Meeting of September 15, 2026 Updated: 9/10/2026 8:52 AM by Alberto Quintanilla B Page 2 parkland acquisition effort, staff have continued to work with the commercial real estate consultant to pursue more potential parkland property.
Discussion/Analysis: Over the last several months, City staff and the commercial real estate consultant have been communicating with the Owner’s representative regarding the City’s interest in acquiring the 18.29- acre Property. In August, the City entered negotiations with the Owner, resulting in staff’s recommendation to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement with the Owner for the property in the amount of $4,500,000.
Staff will continue due diligence investigations on the site, including property and title research, appraisal, and Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA).To date, the investigations have disclosed no characteristics of the site that would preclude the development of a park on the Property.
Conformance with City Policies
The proposed purchase of the Property aligns with City goals and policies and will not conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation of the General Plan or the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
Following the purchase of the Property as parkland, the City may choose to move forward with design and development of the land at a future date.
General Plan Goals/Policies
The following General Plan goals and policies are applicable to the purchase of parkland:
• Goal 2-1: City form and structure
o Policy 2-1.4: Neighborhoods with safe and convenient access to services, schools and parks.
• Goal 2-2: Directing change to ensure continued availability of public services, and also protects the natural environment.
o Policy 2-2.12: Land banking to utilize vacant or underutilized land for long term development of public facilities, parks and other uses for the public benefit.
• Goal 2-3: Complete Neighborhoods
o Policy 2-3.7: Green neighborhoods that integrate open space, parks, trees and natural features into Fremont’s neighborhoods to enhance their visual quality and improve access to nature and recreation.
• Goal 2-6: Open Space
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Council Staff Report (ID # 5807) Meeting of September 15, 2026 Updated: 9/10/2026 8:52 AM by Alberto Quintanilla B Page 3 o Policy 2-6.4: Parks should be recognized as fundamental to Fremont’s quality of life and should be carefully managed to create balance between passive and active open space.
Parks and Recreation Element of the General Plan Goals/Policies • Goal 8-1: A wide Range of Parks and Recreational Facilities o Policy 8-1.1: Parks and Recreational Facility Guidelines to develop parks and recreation facilities consistent with the standards and guidelines in the General Plan and the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
o Policy 8-1.3: Standards for New Parks and Recreation Facilities to acquire and develop new park lands and recreational facilities consistent with City standards.
Parks and Recreation Element of the General Plan Implementation Actions
• Implementation 8-1.3.C: Land banking to consider purchasing land or accepting land dedication suitable for future park and recreational uses when the land becomes available (“land banking”), even if there are insufficient funds to develop and maintain facilities at the time.
Analysis: The purchase of the Property would provide parkland at 501 Crystalline Drive, at the southern junction of Interstate 680 and Mission Boulevard (as opposed to the northern junction of I-680 and Mission Blvd.), and within a 10-minute walk for approximately 2,492 residents. Purchase of this land facilitates the long-term planning and development of a park, including potential grants for parkland development.
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Council Staff Report (ID # 5807) Meeting of September 15, 2026 Updated: 9/10/2026 8:52 AM by Alberto Quintanilla B Page 4 Parks and Recreation Master Plan (Master Plan) – Criteria for Park Site Selection: The Parks and Recreation Master Plan’s Parkland Acquisition Manual describes fourteen criteria for site selection of parkland. The criteria are outlined below, followed by staff analysis.
1. Physical Configuration: Parcels under consideration must be able to accommodate the proper siting of the appropriate facilities intended for those park types, along with space for support facilities, circulation, and safety zones.
Analysis: The Property’s land visually appears as a combination of flat and undulating areas, substantially natural and undeveloped land with primarily grasses and some trees at the southwestern perimeter. It appears to be able to host a range of passive or active recreational improvements within the guidelines of development standards for Community Parks defined in the Master Plan.
2. Topography: Parcels under consideration should have average slope gradients no greater than five percent, to provide flat, usable recreation spaces. Limited areas of greater slopes may be acceptable as natural or open space areas.
Analysis: The Property is a combination of flat and undulating land, which will provide some ideal topography for future recreational amenities on the flat areas and variety in the undulating land for other recreational uses and development to the City standards for Community Parks.
3. Encumbrances: Feasibility of parcel acquisition for recreation use must consider any encumbrances and restrictions, such as dedicated easements, power lines, and geologic hazard zones.
Analysis: The site includes no restrictions, easements, power lines, or geologic hazard zones that would preclude recreational use or park development.
4. Access: Pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular access to proposed parkland must be accommodated in a safe manner.
Analysis: The site has good access primarily from the eastern edge, and also from the northwestern edge. Primary vehicular access would be from Paseo Padre Parkway via Omega Drive to Crystalline Drive, or Cayuga Way
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Council Staff Report (ID # 5807) Meeting of September 15, 2026 Updated: 9/10/2026 8:52 AM by Alberto Quintanilla B Page 5 to Bridgeport Drive to Crystalline Drive. Crystalline Drive ends at a cul-de- sac at the Property’s southeastern edge. Similarly, Parkmeadow Court ends at a cul-de-sac at the Property’s northwestern edge. Both cul-de-sac locations would provide ideal access to the site, in addition to locations along Crystalline Drive. While there is currently no sidewalk along the Crystalline Drive frontage, sidewalk connections do exist on either side of property, allowing for future sidewalk development and connections to complete the pedestrian route. Access to the south and southwest is cut off by the 680 interstate highway.
5. Environmental Constraints: Parcels under consideration should be evaluated for presence of hazardous materials, unsafe environmental conditions, sensitive environmental conditions, and other factors, such as wetlands, flood plains, etc. that might limit development of the parkland.
Analysis: No knowledge of use of hazardous materials or unsafe environmental condition on this site exists. A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment will determine any potential of hazardous materials or unsafe environmental conditions on site. Any future park development proposal will be accompanied with a detailed review of site conditions, an analysis for substances incompatible with a public park, and recommended on-site mitigations if applicable.
6. Compatibility with Surrounding Land Uses: Compatibility of the activities and functions of the proposed park with surrounding land uses must be evaluated.
Analysis: Existing land uses adjacent to the site include the following:
To the north: Residential single-family homes
To the south: Interstate 680
To the east: Residential single-family homes
To the west: Residential single-family homes and Interstate 680 Purchase of the Property for parkland would be compatible with surrounding land uses by serving the surrounding residences with a public park.
7. Maintenance Impacts: Potential impacts on maintenance of park property due to unique physical characteristics of land, such as unusual shape or small size should be evaluated to discourage maintenance impacts disproportionate to their value to the park system.
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Council Staff Report (ID # 5807) Meeting of September 15, 2026 Updated: 9/10/2026 8:52 AM by Alberto Quintanilla B Page 6 Analysis: The size, shape, and general physical characteristics of the proposed parkland would not create maintenance impacts disproportionate to the benefit provided to the community. Maintenance of the Property would be similar to the City’s other undeveloped parkland properties.
8. Recreation Commission Review: Parcels under consideration may be reviewed by the Recreation Commission. The Recreation Commission will review and make recommendations on proposed parkland according to the goals, standards, and guidelines of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, including physical, economic, and recreation considerations.
Analysis: On May 20, 2025, an administrative change to this criterion allows for City Council review to expedite the land acquisition process.
9. Capital Improvements, Operations, and Supervision Costs: Costs associated with capital improvements, operations, maintenance, and supervision requirements for proposed parks must be considered prior to acquisition and development of parkland and recreation facilities.
Analysis: There are currently no plans for capital improvement of the Property. The future development of this land could be funded with Park Facilities Development Impact fees, which are intended for this purpose. All public utilities (electric, water, storm drainage, and sanitary sewer) appear to be available to the site. The actual costs of capital improvements, operations, supervision, and maintenance would be considered at the time of design development through the City’s standard operational and capital budget processes.
10. Location: The parcels being considered for new parks should be located in “high-needs” areas of the City, as determined by the gap analysis, to ensure equitable access to park land within a 10-minute walking distance from residential neighborhoods.
Analysis: A citywide evaluation was conducted with real estate consultants to identify available properties within or near “high needs” areas of Fremont.
This Property was one of the target properties identified for parkland acquisition. Acquisition of this Property would bring a public park to the immediately adjacent neighborhood, providing access to a park within a 10- minute walk of residents’ homes for approximately 2,492 residents and new access for approximately 1,763 residents.
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11. Current Use of the Property: Parcels should be evaluated for current use to determine cost of acquisition and development of parkland. For example, vacant parcels, underdeveloped parcels (those that are not developed up to allowable land use standards), and school sites with excess lands may be more suitable for park land use.
Analysis: The Property is currently vacant and undeveloped, and suitable for parkland use.
12. Minimum Parcel Size: The parcel(s) under consideration should be a minimum aggregate size of 4 acres. Park classifications established in the 2022 Parks and Recreation Master Plan will guide the appropriate parcel size to address the intended level of service, which may be less than 4 acres on a case-by-case basis.
Analysis: The Property is 18.29 acres, an ideal size for a Community Park per the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
13. Connectivity: Potential Park sites should have good visibility from public streets and public lands to ensure safety. They should be connected to the city-wide trail system, existing and planned bike network, and key city- wide connecting streets; connectivity to transit hubs, commercial centers, schools, places of worship, and other parks should also be taken into consideration.
Analysis: The Property has excellent visibility from Crystalline Drive and Interstate 680. Existing sidewalks end at the site’s edges along the Crystalline Drive frontage, and a future sidewalk on the Property would connect pedestrians along the eastern edge. The City of Fremont’s Trails Strategy Plan identifies a future trail along the north-south Hetch Hetchy corridor through the city. The Property includes at its southeastern corner a slim 30’ wide arm, 175’ in length, which leads to that north-south Hetch Hetchy corridor. This connection to the larger Hetch Hetchy corridor would be ideal as pedestrian and bicycle connections if a future trail were constructed per the Trails Strategy plan.
14. Ability to Leverage a Variety of Funding Sources for Acquisition:
Some park sites may have a greater ability to leverage funding from grants administered by federal or state agencies or other funding.
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Council Staff Report (ID # 5807) Meeting of September 15, 2026 Updated: 9/10/2026 8:52 AM by Alberto Quintanilla B Page 8 Analysis: The acquisition of this Property as parkland would enhance the City’s ability to apply for park-related grant funding for development of park facilities at the site. In support of the purchase, the City’s Planning Division prepared a General Plan Conformity Finding letter as required by Government Code 65402 and attached as Exhibit 3.
Fiscal Impact: Funds for the acquisition of the Property are available in Fund 542, the Parkland Acquisition Impact Fee Fund (Fund 542). A 10% contingency of $450,000 in addition to the purchase price would cover title, appraisal, environmental review, taxes, City staff time, and other costs and fees associated with purchase. Staff recommends that the City Council appropriate $4,950,000 in Fund 542 to the Parkland Acquisition Project (PWC8311-542).
Environmental Review: The proposed project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per, without limitation, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15183, Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan, or Zoning. The General Plan designation of General Open Space and zoning of Open Space - General supports public uses such as parks and the project is consistent with the vision established in the existing zoning and general plan for which an EIR was certified.
On a separate and independent basis, the proposed acquisition does not consider immediate park development nor are any park development plans currently contemplated, and any future development is too speculative at this time for reasoned analysis. Any future park uses would be subject to environmental review when the plans are available, therefore the project is exempt from CEQA per CEQA Guidelines Section 15004, Time of Preparation.
Lastly, per CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), the activity to acquire the Property is covered by the “common sense exemption” in that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. This action is also exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under CEQA Guidelines Section 15378, not a project.
ATTACHMENTS:
• Draft Resolution- Purchase of Property Crystalline Drive • Exhibit 1_Aerial_CrystallineDrive
• Exhibit 2_AssessorsMap
• Exhibit_3_PLN2027-00021_GP_Conformity_Finding_Letter
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Recommendations:
1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the property, APN 519-1410-011, at 501 Crystalline Drive, and all other documents necessary to complete the acquisition of the Property.
2. Find that the Property, and its purchase, is in conformity with the City’s General Plan and also meets the criteria set forth in the Parkland Acquisition Manual of the City of Fremont’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
3. Appropriate $4,950,000 in Fund 542 to the Parkland Acquisition Project (PWC8311-542) for property purchase, fees, staff time, and associated costs.
4. Find that the purchase of the Property is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), without limitation, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15183 (General Plan and Zoning Consistency), CEQA Guidelines Section 15004 (Time of Preparation), CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption); and CEQA Guidelines Section 15378 (Not a Project).
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Resolution 2026-XX Page 1 of 2
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FREMONT
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A PURCHASE
AND SALE AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF PROPERTY
WHEREAS, in 2022, the City of Fremont (“City”) completed a comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan including a Parkland Acquisition Manual (“Manual”) that described key attributes and necessities to meet the needs of the residents, including park size, 10-minute walk to park access for all, connection to trails, and equity areas; and WHEREAS, 501 Crystalline Drive, APN 519-1410-011-00 (“Property”), was identified as a target site for a future potential park as the location could provide 2,492 residents access to a park within a 10-minute walking distance from their homes and new park access for approximately 1,763 residents; and
WHEREAS, the Property has a General Plan Land Use designation of General Open Space and permitted uses include public facilities and recreation facilities; and WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 65402 requires the planning agency to render a report as to whether the property to be purchased by the local agency is in conformity with the adopted general plan; and
WHEREAS, the Property is currently owned by the Haiying Tao Living Trust (“Owner”).
NOW, THEREFORE, based on the information set forth in the report to City Council dated September 15, 2026, as well as any information submitted to the City Council during the meeting, or considered by the City Council during its deliberations on this matter, the City Council of the City of Fremont hereby resolves as follows:
SECTION 1. The City Council finds that the purchase of the Property is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), without limitation, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15183, Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan, or Zoning.
The General Plan designation of General Open Space and zoning of Open Space - General supports public uses such as parks and the project is consistent with the vision established in the existing zoning and general plan for which an EIR was certified. On a separate and independent basis, the proposed acquisition does not consider immediate park development nor are any park development plans currently contemplated, and any future development is too speculative at this time for reasoned analysis. Any future park uses would be subject to environmental review when the plans are available, therefore the project is exempt from CEQA per CEQA Guidelines Section 15004, Time of Preparation. Lastly, per CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), the activity to acquire the Property is covered by the “common sense exemption” in that CEQA
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applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. This action is also exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under CEQA Guidelines Section 15378, not a project.
SECTION 2. The City Council finds that in accordance with California Government Code Section 65402, the Property is in conformity with the General Plan of the City of Fremont.
SECTION 3. The City Council finds that the Property meets the criteria set forth in the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, Parkland Acquisition Manual of the City of Fremont for parkland.
SECTION 4. The City Council authorizes the City Manager or designee to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the Property, APN 519-1410-011-00, at 501 Crystalline Drive, in the amount of $4,500,000 and all other documents necessary to complete the acquisition of the Property, in form approved by the City Attorney.
ADOPTED September 15, 2026, by the City Council of the City of Fremont by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
_________________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________________
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_________________________________
City Attorney
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Attachment: Draft Resolution- Purchase of Property Crystalline Drive (5807 : Acquisition of Parkland at Crystalline Ave.) Exhibit 1
The 18.29 acre “Property” APN 519-1410-11 at Crystalline Drive
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Attachment: Exhibit 1_Aerial_CrystallineDrive (5807 : Acquisition of Parkland at Crystalline Ave.) EXHIBIT 2
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Attachment: Exhibit 2_AssessorsMap (5807 : Acquisition of Parkland at Crystalline Ave.)
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August 25, 2026
Tara Bhuthimethee
City of Fremont, Parks Planning & Design
39550 Liberty Street
Fremont CA 94538
Subject: General Plan Conformity Finding – 501 Crystalline Drive (PLN2027-00021)
Dear Tara,
The City of Fremont Community Development Department has received your request for a General Plan Conformity Finding regarding 501 Crystalline Drive (APN 519-1410-11), located within the Mission San Jose Community Plan Area. The property is an irregularly shaped, approximately 18.37-acre undeveloped parcel. The City plans to acquire this property for park use.
In accordance with California Government Code Section 65402, this purchase requires the local planning agency to make a finding of conformity with the General Plan. Pursuant to Fremont Municipal Code (FMC) Section 2.20.310(b), the Planning Manager may perform the functions of the local planning agency for the purpose of conformity findings.
The subject property is designated as General Open Space in the General Plan Land Use Element. This designation applies to privately owned land with an open space character, which may be vacant or contain a previously established use. Permitted uses include cemeteries, public facilities, recreation facilities, quasi-public facilities, one single-family home on a legally established lot, grazing, and small- scale cultivation. The authority to establish development standards and allowable uses for the General Open Space designation is granted by the General Plan and detailed in FMC Section 18.55.
Pursuant to the authority granted under the FMC, I have determined that the proposed acquisition and planned development of the property into a future public park are consistent with the General Plan.
Furthermore, this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under CEQA Guideline 15378, as it does not constitute a project.
Sincerely,
Cliff Nguyen
Acting Planning Manager
Community Development Department
Enclosure: Attachment 1 – Property Location
Docusign Envelope ID: 38969741-C68F-8ABC-8207-A051689A4330
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Attachment: Exhibit_3_PLN2027-00021_GP_Conformity_Finding_Letter (5807 : Acquisition of Parkland at Crystalline Ave.) Fremont City Council Meeting: 09/15/26 07:00 PM
3300 Capitol Avenue Div/Dept: City Attorney's Office
Fremont, CA 94538 Category: Plans, Policies and Studies
SCHEDULED
Sponsors:
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT (ID # 5820) DOC ID: 5820
Updated: 9/9/2026 9:51 AM by Alberto Quintanilla Page 1 Adopt a Resolution Prohibiting the Use of City-Owned or Controlled Real Property for Federal Civil Immigration-Related Enforcement Activities Contact Persons:
Name: Rafael Alvarado Karena Shackelford
Title: City Attorney City Manager
Div/Dept: City Attorney's Office City Manager's Office
Phone: 510-284-4030 510-284-4063
E-Mail: [email protected] [email protected]
Executive Summary: On May 5, 2026, Councilmember Campbell made a referral to the City Council to direct staff to develop draft legislation and an implementation plan prohibiting the use of City-owned or City-controlled properties for federal civil immigration enforcement activity. After discussing Councilmember Campbell’s referral, the City Council directed staff to return with a staff report and draft legislation.
Background: The City of Fremont (“City”) has an enduring commitment to welcoming people of diverse backgrounds. According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2020-2024 American Community Survey, immigrants constitute approximately fifty-one percent of the City’s population, one of the largest proportions of immigrants in the nation. In 2017, to further this commitment, Fremont declared itself a Compassionate Sanctuary City.
Numerous neighboring jurisdictions, including the cities of San Jose, Oakland, Richmond, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, and Pinole, and the counties of Alameda, Santa Clara, and San Francisco, have implemented restrictions on the use of city/county owned, leased, controlled, or operated property for federal civil immigration enforcement, known as ICE-Free Zones. Cities and counties are taking this action to preserve trust and safety in the community and to foster a positive supportive relationship between agencies providing services and the people using them.
Discussion/Analysis: At the May 5, 2026, City Council meeting, the Council directed City staff to prepare legislation that would prohibit the use of City-owned or City-controlled property for federal civil immigration enforcement activity. Subsequently, City staff reviewed ICE-Free Zones ordinances, resolutions, and policies across various cities in California. Staff worked to incorporate language best suited to the objectives and priorities of the City and consistent with applicable law.
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Council Staff Report (ID # 5820) Meeting of September 15, 2026 Updated: 9/9/2026 9:51 AM by Alberto Quintanilla Page 2
The draft Resolution, attached to this staff report, includes the following features:
• A prohibition of City-owned or City-controlled real property being used as a staging area, processing location, or operations base for federal civil immigration enforcement.
• A prohibition of City departments, agencies, officers, or employees giving consent for federal officials to use City-owned or City-controlled real property for civil immigration enforcement.
• A requirement for City staff to develop procedures necessary to implement the policy, including that any City employee who becomes aware of the attempted or actual use of City-owned or City-controlled real property for federal civil immigration enforcement shall immediately report this to their supervisor.
• A requirement to establish clear signage, and where appropriate, physical barriers to limit access to City-owned or City-controlled real property consistent with the resolution.
If adopted, the Resolution would be effective and enforceable immediately upon adoption.
Fiscal Impact: There is no immediate fiscal impact associated with the proposed action. There will be costs related to signage to restrict immigration enforcement activities and administrative costs in implementing the regulations.
Environmental Review: The proposed action is exempt from and not subject to review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is not a “project” as defined in CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(2) and/or 15378(b)(5), and/or because it has no possibility of having a significant effect on the environment, as specified in CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), each as a separate and independent basis for CEQA compliance.
ATTACHMENTS:
• Draft Resolution- ICE Free Zones
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Council Staff Report (ID # 5820) Meeting of September 15, 2026 Updated: 9/9/2026 9:51 AM by Alberto Quintanilla Page 3 Recommendation: Adopt a resolution that prohibits the use of City-owned or controlled real property for federal civil immigration-related enforcement activities.
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Resolution 2026-XX Page 1 of 3 RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FREMONT PROHIBITING THE USE OF CITY -OWNED OR
CONTROLLED REAL PROPERTY FOR FEDERALCIVIL
IMMIGRATION-RELATED ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES
WHEREAS, the City of Fremont (“City”) has a population that includes immigrants who play a significant role in the cultural, social, and economic landscape of the City; and
WHEREAS, the City has a long-standing history of commitment to equity and inclusion ensuring access to essential services, and public safety for all residents regardless of immigration status; and
WHEREAS, in 2017, to further this commitment, the City declared itself a Compassionate Sanctuary City; and
WHEREAS, numerous neighboring jurisdictions have implemented restrictions on the use of city/county owned, controlled, or operated property for federal civil immigration enforcement known as ICE-Free Zones; and
WHEREAS, cities and counties are taking this action to preserve trust and safety in the community and to foster a positive supportive relationship between agencies providing services and the people using them; and
WHEREAS, the City has a strong interest in ensuring its policies concerning the use of City-owned and City-controlled property are clear, including to prevent uses of such property for federal civil immigration enforcement activity.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FREMONT RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. DEFINITIONS
“Staging Area” means an area that is used to assemble, mobilize, and deploy vehicles, equipment, or materials, and related personnel, for the purpose of carrying out civil immigration enforcement operations.
“Processing Location” means an area that is used for activities such as the identification, intake, processing of documentation, detention, arrest, or temporary holding of individuals. “Operations Base” means an area that is used to plan, coordinate and execute activities.
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Attachment: Draft Resolution- ICE Free Zones (5820 : Prohibiting the Use of City-Owned or Controlled Real Property for Federal Civil Resolution 2026-XX Page 2 of 3 SECTION 2. POLICY
A. Prohibition on Use of City Property
No City-owned or City-controlled real property shall be used as a staging area, processing location, or operations base for federal civil immigration enforcement.
No City department, agency, officer, or employee shall give consent for federal officials to use City-owned or City-controlled real property as a staging area, processing location, or operations base for federal civil immigration enforcement activities, and no such purported consent by a City department, agency, office, or employee shall be deemed consent by the City for any such use.
B. Implementation and Enforcement
The City Manager shall:
1. Identification: Identify City-owned or City-controlled real property that is likely to be used as a staging area, processing location, or operations base for the purpose of civil immigration enforcement. These properties shall have clear signage stating:
“This property is owned or controlled by the City of Fremont. It may only be used for City purposes, and may not be used for federal civil immigration enforcement Staging Areas, Processing Locations, or Operations Bases.”
2. Physical Barriers: Ensure that, wherever appropriate, physical barriers such as locked gates are used to limit access to City-owned or City-controlled real property consistent with this policy.
3. Procedures: Develop procedures necessary to implement the policy. The procedures must provide that any City employee who becomes aware of the attempted or actual use of City-owned or City-controlled real property as a staging area, processing location, or operation base for federal civil immigration enforcement shall immediately report to their supervisor, who will communicate with the City Manager’s Office.
4. Signage: Provide electronic copy of standardized signage that private landowners and leaseholders could print and display to delineate the non-public areas of the property in which they wish to restrict activities related to federal civil immigration enforcement.
The signage shall be made available free of charge to private landowners and leaseholders, including but not limited to businesses, medical providers, nonprofit organizations, and faith institutions, who voluntarily decide to designate their property consistent with their authority over the property and who voluntarily request such signage from the City. Landowners and leaseholders that post this signage do so at their own discretion and assume all legal risk.
5. Know Your Rights: Make available to the public “know your rights materials” regarding the rights of employees, tenants and security staff regarding entry by federal officials
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C. Limitations
This policy does not apply to real property that is subject to an existing lease, license, operator agreement, or other contractual restriction to which the City is a party. This policy is not intended to, and shall not be interpreted to, impair or interfere with such existing agreement.
Nothing in this policy shall be construed as restricting or interfering with the execution of lawful judicial warrants or the enforcement of criminal law, nor as limiting the rights of any person or entity under state or federal law.
This policy does not prohibit the lawful use of City-owned and controlled real property for purposes other than a staging area, processing location, or operation base for federal civil immigration enforcement, nor does it restrict any person or entity from carrying out functions unrelated to those purposes on such property.
ADOPTED_______________, 2026 by the City Council of the City of Fremont by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
_________________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________________
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_________________________________
City Attorney
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