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TOWN OF LOS GATOS
COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
Minutes of the Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
The Town Council of the Town of Los Gatos conducted a regular meeting in person and via teleconference.
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT 7:01 P.M.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Rob Moore, Vice Mayor Maria Ristow, Council Member Mary Badame, Council Member Rob Rennie, Council Member Matthew Hudes.
Absent: None.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Daniel Choi, Aditya Desai, Arjun Desai, and Yuvaan Pawar from Stratford School lead the Pledge of Allegiance. The audience was invited to participate.
Mayor Moore stated that Item 14 on the agenda is being removed and will be rescheduled to a future meeting.
CONSENT ITEMS (TO BE ACTED UPON BY A SINGLE MOTION)
Vilca Rodríguez, Human Resources Manager, provided an oral summary of the recommended action for items 10 and 11, in accordance with Government Code 54953(c)(3).
1. Approve the Minutes of the January 13, 2026, Special Town Council Meeting.
2. Approve the Minutes of the January 20, 2026, Town Council Closed Session Meeting.
3. Approve the Minutes of the January 20, 2026, Town Council Meeting.
4. Approve the Closed Session Meeting Minutes of January 21, 2026.
5. Approve the Special Meeting Minutes of January 21, 2026.
6. Adopt an Ordinance of the Town Council of the Town of Los Gatos Effecting a Zone Change from C-2:LHP (Central Business District with a Landmark and Historic Preservation Overlay) to R-1D:LHP (Single-Family Residential Downtown with a Landmark and Historic Preservation Overlay), for Property Located at 4 Tait Avenue.
APN: 510-44-054. Categorically Exempt pursuant to the adopted Guidelines for the Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act, Section 15061 (b)(3). Zone Change Application Z-25-002. Property Owner/Applicant: Town of Los Gatos. Project Planner: Sean Mullin. ORDINANCE 2381
7. Accept the Vasona Oaks Storm Drainage Repair Project (Phase 1), Authorize the Town Manager to Execute a Notice of Completion and Direct Staff to Record the Notice of Completion.
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8. Authorize the Town Manager to Execute an Amendment to the Agreement with MBS Business Systems (MBS) to Remove the Table Specifying Annual Printer Replacement Costs While Maintaining the Total Not-to-Exceed Amount of $260,540
9. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Banking Signature Authority for Designated Town Personnel. RESOLUTION 2026-006
10. Adopt a Resolution to Approve a Fourth Amendment to the Employment Agreement Between the Town of Los Gatos and the Town Attorney and Authorize the Mayor to Execute the Amendment; Modify the Management Salary Schedule to Reflect the New Salary of $310,000; and Authorize a Budget Adjustment in the Amount of $24,195 from Available General Fund Unassigned Balance. RESOLUTION 2026-007
11. Adopt a Resolution to Approve the First Amendment to the Employment Agreement Between the Town of Los Gatos and the Town Manager and Authorize the Mayor to Execute the Amendment; Modify the Management Salary Schedule to Reflect a New Salary of $366,000; and Authorize a Budget Adjustment in the Amount of $19,766 funded from Available General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance. RESOLUTION 2026-008
12. Approve the 2026 Work Plans Recommended by the Town’s Library Board, Arts and Culture Commission, Complete Streets and Transportation Commission, and Finance Commission.
Council Member Hudes pulled Item number one.
Mayor Moore opened public comment.
Member of the Public
- Commented on concerns with item three.
Mayor Moore closed public comment.
MOTION: Motion by Vice Mayor Ristow to approve items two through twelve. Seconded by Council Member Rennie.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS
Jim Ratcliff
- Commented on a conditional use permit modification for the West Valley Museum Association.
Kim Ratcliff
- Commented on conditional use permit modification for the West Valley Museum Association.
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Mitchelle
- Commented on conditional use permit modification for the West Valley Museum Association.
Carol Manchester
- Commented on concerns regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Susan Ann Lorig
- Commented on concerns regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Jeffrey Suzuki
- Commented on concerns regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Nigel Chandler
- Commented on concerns regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Jason James
- Commented on concerns regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Debbie Lowe
- Commented on concerns regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Carmen Lowe
- Commented on concerns regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Tim Crane
- Commented on concerns regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Carrin Yamamoto
- Commented on concerns regarding a possible water leak on Los Gatos Boulevard.
Joe Enz, Friends of the Los Gatos Creek
- Commented on addressing an unsecured gate.
Member of the Public
- Commented on various concerns.
Gordon Yamate
- Commented on concerns regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Amy
- Commented on concerns regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
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Tina Phan
- Shared personal experiences as an immigrant.
Ali Miano
- Commented on a recent Texas court decision and the judge’s comments.
Autumn
- Commented on a family member’s experience and recent government actions.
PUBLIC HEARING
13. Conduct a Public Hearing to Consider Objections to the Proposed Abatement of Hazardous Vegetation (Weeds) for Properties Listed on the 2026 Weed Abatement Program Commencement Report and Order Abatement.
Nicole Burnham, Parks and Public Works Director, presented the staff report.
Council members asked questions.
Mayor Moore opened public comment.
Doug Ferrante
- Commented in objection to being included on the property abatement list and requested that his property be removed.
Mayor Moore closed public comment.
Council discussed the item.
MOTION: Motion by Council Member Rennie to remove item twenty-two, which is 14990 Terreno De Flores, and continue with all the rest of the properties on the list [2026 Weed Abatement Program Commencement Report]. Seconded by Council Member Hudes.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
14. Receive the Preliminary Baseline Forecast Model and Assumptions from NHA Advisors and Provide Feedback
This item was removed and will be rescheduled for another meeting.
OTHER BUSINESS
15. Introduce an Ordinance of the Town Council Amending the Town’s Special Events Regulations in Chapter 14 to Establish an Entertainment Zone, Pursuant to State Law, PAGE 5 OF 8
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Allowing Outdoor Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages During Permitted Events.
Monica Renn, Economic Vitality Manager, presented the staff report.
Council asked questions.
Mayor Moore opened public comment.
Member of the Public
- Commented on attracting tourism during the upcoming sporting events.
Mayor Moore closed public comment.
Council discussed the item.
MOTION: Motion by Council Member Badame to introduce an ordinance of the Town of Los Gatos amending article X, “Special Events,” of Chapter 14, “Licenses and Miscellaneous Business Regulations,” of the Town of Los Gatos Town Code to establish an Entertainment Zone pursuant to SB 969 with the addition of Section
14.100.035 Subsection 14 which reads “an entertainment zone event is a discretionary permit and may be denied at the discretion of the Town Manager, or designee; and confirming the eligible area is as specified and depicted in the draft ordinance modifications in Section 14.100.070 Subsection h, which specifies C-2 Central Business District Commercial Zone inclusive of public parking lots, alleyways, and parks located within the Central Business District (C-2); and the portion of C-1, Neighborhood Commercial Zoning located directly adjacent to the south-west of the C-2 Zone along E. Main Street, between Pageant Way and Alpine Avenue as shown on the map below with in the ordinance [the map will be updated to depict all properties in the entertainment zone as listed in the ordinance]. AMENDMENT:
include a recommendation to identify an eco-friendly cup that would be used.
Seconded by Vice Mayor Ristow.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
Mayor Moore called a recess at 8:59 p.m.
Mayor Moore reconvened the meeting at 9:09 p.m.
16. Approve a Council Policy Regarding Adoption of Certain Town Assets Nicole Burnham, Parks and Public Works Director, presented the staff report.
Council asked questions.
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Mayor Moore opened public comment.
No one spoke.
Mayor Moore closed public comment.
Council discussed the item.
MOTION: Motion by Council Member Hudes to approve a Council Policy entitled Adoption of Assets on Town-Owned Property, with the amendment under page three, section starting with sentiment on the plaque to change shall to may, and after the four bullet point messages, to add a paragraph that reads “If a custom message is desired, such message shall be reviewed in accordance to administrative policies intended to restrict objectively obscene, explicit, or threatening messaging.” Seconded by Vice Mayor Ristow.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
CONSENT ITEMS
1. Approve the Minutes of the January 13, 2026, Special Town Council Meeting.
Council Member Hudes raised some concerns about the level of detail in the minutes.
Council asked questions.
Mayor Moore opened public comment.
Member of the Public
- Commented on concerns related to this item.
Mayor Moore closed public comment.
Council discussed the item.
MOTION: Motion by Council Member Hudes to continue this item to allow the Town Clerk to review the minutes for consistency with our policy and consistency with the record of the meeting, and to bring this back at the next Council meeting. Seconded by Council Member Badame.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Motion by Council Member Rennie to approve the minutes. Seconded by Vice Mayor Ristow.
VOTE: Motion passed 3-2. Council Members Hudes and Badame voted no.
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COUNCIL/TOWN MANAGER REPORTS
Council Matters
- Council Member Rennie stated he met with the developers of 647 N. Santa Cruz, attended the swearing-in of our new county assessor, and the Silicon Valley Clean Energy Risk Oversight Committee meeting.
- Council Member Hudes stated he attended the Silicon Valley Regional Interoperability Authority (SVRIA) board of directors meeting: participated in the Community Health and Senior Services Commission meeting; attended the Cities Association City Selection Committee meeting, and was appointed to the Board of SVRIA; participated in a program at Tarana Wireless; and attended the Finance Commission Meeting. - Vice Mayor Ristow stated she met with county representatives regarding nutrition food funding; attended the Cities Association Legislative Action Committee meeting; met with Live Oak board member regarding Nutrition programs; participated in a project meeting to discuss partners in local governess effort; met with the Executive Director of Safe Routes to School; attended the 2026 Cal Cities Legislator Spotlight for Peninsula division residents, the Finance Commission meeting; and met with residents to discuss Fock cameras. - Council Member Badame stated she participated in the Council Policy committee meeting, and the Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority board meeting, and was appointed Chair. - Mayor Moore stated he met with students at Hillbrook School, toured Pacific Clinics campus; met with representatives from Cal Trans and the California Transportation Commission; spoke with the Union Middle School Eighth grade leadership class; attended the Joint Venture Leadership lunch, the City’s Peninsula Division Legislator Spotlight, Wedemeyer boys and girls football games, spoke with members of Democracy Tent; met with the Los Gatos Saratoga Joint Union School District board president and superintendent, Director General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office, spoke with the Christy Sereno Realtors; and was appointed to the Association of Bay Area Governments Executive Committee.
Town Manager Report
Chris Constantin, Town Manager
- Provided information regarding the reported water issue on Los Gatos Boulevard, the unsecured fence along the creek, and commented on Super Bowl preparations, including drone restrictions.
Closed Session Reports
Cassie Bronson, Consultant Attorney
- Stated the Town Council met in closed session on January 20 pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 to conference with its labor negotiators regarding negotiations with the Police Officers Association, and there was no reportable action from that conference. On January 21, the town council met in closed session pursuant to Government Code, 54957, to discuss performance evaluations for the Town Manager and the Town Attorney and the amendments to those employment contracts were on the council agenda. -
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ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:24 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
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/s/ Keara Johnson, Deputy Town Clerk