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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
JANUARY 13, 2026
7:00 PM
In Person Meeting Location: Teleconference via Zoom:
Millbrae Council Chambers https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81399368182 621 Magnolia Avenue For dial-in comments, call 1-669-444-917 Millbrae, California Meeting ID: 813 9936 818
CALL TO ORDER MILLBRAE CITY COUNCIL Video Time: 05:40
Mayor Reuben D. Holober called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Mayor Reuben D. Holober, Vice Mayor Stephen Rainaldi, and Councilmembers Sissy Riley, Bob Nguyen, and Anders Fung.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. FLAG
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Millbrae City Councilacknowledges that we occupy the unceded ancestral, traditional, and contemporary homeland of the Ramaytush Ohlone peoples, who are the original inhabitants of the San Francisco Peninsula. We wish to pay our respects to the Ancestors and Relatives of the Ramaytush Community and to affirm their sovereign rights as First Peoples. We recognize that the Ramaytush Ohlone have lived in harmony with nature. for millennia, and that to achieve a truly ecologically sustainable future for Millbrae, we must embrace Indigenous traditional ecological knowledge in how we care for the city's lands, waters, and all its people. We will continue to uplift and foster a meaningful relationship with the Ramaytush Ohlone community, and we encourage all to visit www.ramaylush.org to learn more about the Ramaytush Ohlone people.
1. CEREMONIAL/PRESENTATION Video Time: 06:27
Proclamation Proclaiming January 19, 2026 as Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Received by Mills Chick-fil-A Leadership Academy Connor Lai, David De La Rosa, Julius Lam. • Proclamation Proclaiming January 20, 2026 as National Day of Racial Healing Received by Mills High School Freshmen Gavin and Cameron Liu. • Proclamation Proclaiming January 2026 as Human Trafficking Prevention Month Received by Justice At Last Founder and CEO Rose Mukhar and Board Chair Aparna Motiwala. • San Francisco Public Utilities Commission Presentation on El Camino Real Property/Outdoor Supplies
Video Time: 22:23
Mayor Holober stated for the record that he serves in a consulting role for the City and County of San Francisco and has worked on a number of San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) contracts and projects over the years. He noted that he has not been involved in any matters related to the City of Millbrae. He also shared that he toured the Hetch Hetchy system with Mr. Ritchie and Ms.
Katsama approximately two and a half years ago, at a time when he was not serving on the City The SFPUC Assistant General Manager for Water Steve Ritchie presented the report. Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency (BAWSCA) Wholesale Customer Liaison Alison A. Kastama, Project Manager of Millbrae Operations Center Improvement Project Janet Ing, Regional Infrastructure Water Delivery Project Leader Katie Miller, and SFPUC Commission President Josh Arce were available to answer questions.
The Council asked questions and provided comments.
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City Manager Tom Williams stated for the record that he first learned of the project through members of the community who had spoken with Outdoor Supply staff. He reached out to the SFPUC to request additional information but did not receive a response. As a result, the City retained a consulting firm to assist with outreach to SFPUC, after which Assistant General Manager Richie responded. City Manager Williams noted that the SFPUC required a non-disclosure agreement to access the Request for Qualifications (RFQ), which he stated he could not sign in good faith in order to maintain transparency as a public official. He expressed a desire for improved communication and partnership moving forward, thanked Mr. Richie for being present at the meeting.
The following members of the public spoke regarding this item:
• Stella Lau • Peter Drekmeier
• Ray Louie Sunny Au Yeung
• Jean Perry Christina Gaines
• Alice Kuang • Grace Xuereb
• Ann Schneider
Motion by Rainaldi/Nguyen to agendize a presentation from the SFPUC regarding the alternatives analysis and project process for the proposed project at the Outdoor Supply Hardware property located at 900 El Camino Real, including the impacts on water rates, for the January 27, 2026 City Council meeting. Motion carried by 5-0 vote.
AGENDA OVERVIEW/STAFF BRIEFING Video Time: 1:43:43
• Calendar of events - INFORMATIONAL
• Report of bills and claims - INFORMATIONAL
City Manager Williams updated the City Council on the following:
• Interim storm drain improvements were implemented in the 400 block of Helen Drive to alleviate water flow impacts and increase drainage capacity. A permanent solution will be brought back through a future Capital Improvement Program (CIP) amendment. • Special commendations recognizing Public Works staff for their extraordinary efforts during recent storms, including holiday and overnight response, to protect life and property and maintain critical stormwater, sewer, and treatment plant operations.
• Traffic calming improvements on Park Boulevard along the frontage of Capuchino High School, including the installation of speed bumps and pedestrian crossing signs. • Path and accessibility improvements at Central Park and Taylor Field, including asphalt repairs and safety enhancements.
• Pilot installation of solar-powered red flashing stop sign lights at Taylor & Magnolia, Hillerest & El Bonito, and Hillcrest & Poplar to improve visibility and traffic safety.
Upcoming Events:
• Saturday, January 17 - Compost Giveaway on Spur Trail - Millbrae Ave between Palm and Elder Ave
• Monday, January 19 - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service at Millbrae Central Park • Saturday, January 31 - Fix-It Clinic at Millbrae Library
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Video Time: 2:00:35
• Special Meeting Minutes of November 7, 2025 - ACTION
• Regular Meeting Minutes of November 25, 2025 - ACTION • Special Meeting Minutes of December 2, 2025 - ACTION
• Regular Meeting Minutes of December 9, 2025 - ACTION
Motion by Fung/Nguyen to approve the four sets of meeting minutes as presented. Motion carried by 5-0 vote.
4. ORAL REPORT FROM CITY COMMITTEE/COMMISSION CHAIRS
• None
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PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Video Time: 2:01:52
Vernon Bruce
Marian Kong
Alice Kuang
Paul Punsak
CONSENT CALENDAR Video Time: 2:13:35
5. Approve, by Motion the Quarterly Investments Schedule for the First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2025-26 - ACTION
6. Adoption of Resolution No. 26-01 Amending the Salary Ranges for Certain Part-time, Temporary and Seasonal Recreational Classifications in Compliance with California State Minimum Wage Law Effective January 1, 2026 - ACTION
7. Adoption of Resolution No. 26-02 approving a one-year contract extension with Central County Fire Department from December 30, 2025 to December 29, 2026 - ACTION
8. Acceptance of a Donation from the Millbrae Culture Committee for Millbrae Recreation Monthly Senior Luncheon - ACTION
(Pull for Public Comment)
onsideration of Resolution No. 26-03 Accepting the Annual AB 1600 Report on the Receipt and U Development Impact Fees for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 - ACTIO
10. Approve, by motion, the calendar of regular City Council meetings for 2026 - ACTION There was no public comment regarding the Consent Calendar items 5, 6, 7, 9, and 10.
Motion by Nguyen/Fung to approve the Consent Calendar except Item # 8. Motion carried 5-0 by roll call vote.
8. Acceptance of a Donation from the Millbrac Culture Committee for Millbrae Recreation Monthly Senior Luncheon - ACTION
Video Time: 2:15:17
The following members of the public spoke regarding this item:
• Marian Kong
Motion by Fung/Nugyen to Accept a Donation from the Millbrae Culture Committee for Millbrae Recreation Monthly Senior Luncheon. Motion carried by 5-0 vote.
PUBLIC HEARING
• None
EXISTING BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS Video Time: 2:20:10
11. Discuss and appoint Councilmembers to serve on Regional, County, and City Boards, Commissions/Committees, and Council Ad Hoe Subcommittees for the calendar year 2026 - City Clerk Elaine Tran presented the report.
Council discuss the item.
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There was no public comment regarding this item.
Motion by Rainaldi/Nguyen to approve the Council Ad Hoc Subcommittees as presented.
Motion by Fung/Rainaldi to approve the Regional Commissions and Bodies and City Commissions and Committee liaison assignments as presented, with the following three amendments:
• City/County Association of Governments Airport Land Use Committee: Councilmember Nguyen as Delegate and Vice Mayor Rainaldi as Alternate
San Mateo County Office of Emergency Medical Services Joint Powers Authority: Vice Mayor Rainaldi as Delegate and Councilmember Nguyen as Alternate Millbrae Community Enhancement Advisory Committee Liaison: Councilmember Nguyen as Laision and Mayor Holober as Alternate
Motion carried by 5-0 vote.
12. Discuss and Consider a Request from a Member of the City Council to Hold an Annual Veterans and First Responders Appreciation Event - ACTION
Video Time: 2:48:45
Councilmember Riley presented her request.
The following members of the public spoke regarding this item:
• Vernon Bruce
Marian Kong
Ray Louie
The Council asked questions and provided comments.
Motion by Riley/Fung to host an Annual Veterans and First Responders Appreciation Event on a City Council meeting night closest to the holiday in partnership with Millbrae Cultural Committee. Motion carried by 5-0 vote.
COUNCIL COMMENTS Video Time: 3:02:10
Councilmembers reported on their respective appointed committees, boards, and subcommittees. View the meeting recording for reporting.
CLOSED SESSION
• None
ADJOURN CITY COUNCIL Video Time: 3:08:10
With no further business to discuss, the City Council adjourned at 10:06 p.m.
The video recording of the meeting is available on the Millbrae Community Television YouTube channel. You can click on the link below to view the recording of the entire meeting. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jnz2KgtVWJY.
Minutes approved on January 27, 2026.
BY: APPROVED:
Elaine Tran, CMC Rebuen D. Holober
City Clerk Mayor