Monte Sereno City Council
October 21, 2025

AGENDA
City of Monte Sereno
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
City Council
7:00 PM
Monte Sereno City Council Chambers - 18041 Saratoga -
Los Gatos Road, Monte Sereno, Ca 95030

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CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL

ORDERS OF THE DAY
The Mayor, or a majority of the Council by vote, may change the order of business, except for public hearings on the agenda for a set time.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

PRESENTATIONS

1. Monte Sereno Police Services Presentation Report January - June 2025 Monte Sereno Police Services Report January-June 2025
5 - 16

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Persons wishing to address the Council on any matter of City business not listed on the agenda may do so at this time. Each speaker will normally be allotted three minutes, subject to the Mayor or a majority of the Council’s ability to limit the amount of time allocated to speakers based on the number of speakers and the need for expedient administration of City business in light of the number and length of items on the agenda.

WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Copies of communications have been provided to Council for review prior to this meeting. Council Members desiring to read or discuss any written communication may do so at this time. No action may be taken except to place a particular item on a future agenda for Council consideration.

CONSENT CALENDAR
It is recommended that all items listed below be acted on simultaneously unless separate discussion and/or action is required by a Councilmember. One public comment period will be provided, although speakers speaking on more than one item may be allocated additional time by the Mayor or a majority of the Council.

2. Approve the Minutes of the October 7, 2025 Special and Regular City Council Meeting
Staff recommends approval of the Minutes of the October 7, 2025 Special and Regular City Council Meeting
Staff Report -SR-22-148 - Pdf
17 - 23

3. Approve Warrant List Dated October 21, 2025 in the Amount $148,053.19
Staff recommends the City Council approve the Warrant List.

Staff Report - SR-25-195 - Pdf
24 - 27

4. Approve Settlement Agreement with Reynold Samoranos
Authorize the City Manager to execute the Settlement Agreement and Release of Claims with Reynold Samoranos
Staff Report - SR-25-194 - Pdf
28 - 38

PUBLIC HEARINGS

5. Introduction and Waiver of First Reading of Ordinance No. NS-247 an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Monte Sereno amending the Zoning Code Sections 10.08.040 (Site Development Permit Required) and 10.15.100 (Eucalyptus Tree Removal Required)
39 - 49

Site and Architectural Commission and staff recommends that the City Council adopt the draft ordinance.

Staff Report - SR-25-193 - Pdf

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

NEW BUSINESS

6. Consider and Accept the City Manager's Quarterly Report Covering July 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025
Staff recommends that the City Council consider and accept the City Manager's report
Staff Report - SR-25-196 - Pdf
50 - 52

COMMITTEE/COMMISSION REPORTS
This time is set aside to allow Councilmembers serving on Council committees or appointed by the City to serve on the boards, commissions or committees of other agencies to present a verbal report on the activities of the respective boards, commissions or committees on which they serve. No discussion or action may be taken other than to place the matter on a future agenda.

Toren
Cities Association – Board of Directors
Cities Association – Legislative Action Committee
Cities Association - Cities Selection Committee
Mekechuk
Valley Transportation Authority Policy Advisory Committee West Valley Stormwater Authority
West Valley Solid Waste Management Authority Board
Silicon Valley Clean Energy Authority
Santa Clara County Recycling and Waste Reduction Commission Shannon
Santa Clara Valley Water Commission
West Valley Sanitation District Board
Allan
Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority
Association of Bay Area Governments
League of California Cities Peninsula Division
Craig
Monte Sereno Youth Commission
Santa Clara County Library JPA
West Valley Mayors & Managers
Mayors of Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County Mayors Group

COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS
This time is set aside to allow Councilmembers to make brief announcements or reports on the Councilmember’s own activities. No discussion or action may be taken other than to place the matter on a future agenda.

CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
This time is set aside to allow Councilmembers to make a specific request for an item to be placed on a future agenda. No discussion or other action may be taken.

7. Council Tentative Council Meeting Calendar 2025 53 - 62

ADJOURN
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MONTE SERENO

POLICE SERVICES
REPORT
JANUARY-JUNE 2025

POLICE OFFICERS POLICE OFFICER RECRUITS
THE DEPARTMENT Staff Update

COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER INTERNS

SERGEANT DISPATCHER

DUI GRANT

POST GRANT
(TEAM BUILDING

WORKSHOP)
FISCAL
BUDGET

LGMS POLICE

FOUNDATION

LOS GATOS

PARKING

RESIDENTIAL
ALARM ORDINANCE*

AXON

RTCC DFR

CAMERAS - PUBLIC
&

PRIVATE
Technology &
Research
Evaluation

Calls For Service
2:24
0:00
4:48
7:12
12:00
9:36
16:48
14:24
PRIORITY 1 CALLS
4,698
20%
13,229
56%
5,750
24%

COMMUNICATIONS

CALL CENTER METRICS
January - June
2025
911 Calls (95.95% Calls Answered < 10 Sec)
Incoming Non Emergency Calls
Outbound Calls
5,173
19%
14,597
55%
6,872
26%

COMMUNICATIONS

CALL CENTER METRICS
January - June
2024
911 Calls (95.90% Calls Answered < 10 Sec)
Incoming Non Emergency Calls
Outbound Calls
5:23
6:59 7:03
3:32
7:02 7:01
5:00
10:00
15:00
0:00
2:24
4:48
7:12
9:36
12:00
14:24
16:48
PRIORITY 1 CALLS PRIORITY 2 CALLS PRIORITY 3 CALLS

RESPONSE TIMES BY PRIORITY
January – June
2024 - 2025
2024 2025 GOAL

Traffic Enforcement & Case Reports
2124
1814
1083
671
0 500
1000
1500
2000
2500
January - June 2024 January - June 2025

TRAFFIC STOPS & CITATIONS
ISSUED
January - June
2024 - 2025
Traffic Stops Citations Issued
1027
1110
742
525
0 200
400
600
800
1000
1200
January - June 2024 January - June 2025

DOCUMENTED REPORTS
Original/Supplemental
January - June
2024 - 2025

Orignal Reports Supplemental Reports

COMMUNITY POLICING
LGMS Police
Foundation
Service Club
meetings
Special OlympicsTorch Run Bike Rodeos
3 RD Community Police
Academy
Safety
Presentations
Neighborhood Watch &
CERT Oversight meetings
CERT Oversight
meetings

5 4
2 3
1 Organizational Structure &
Facility Optimization
Facility Consolidation & Infrastructure
Planning
Role Alignment & Operational Efficiency
Risk Management & Accountability
Process Improvement & Technology
Integration

https://transparency.flocksafety.com/monte
-sereno-ca-pd

Priorities & Themes

STAFFING STABILITY TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT

EXPANSION

MELIORA ASSESSMENT

IMPLEMENTATIONS

COMMUNICATIONS

INFRASTRUCTURE

MODERNIZATION

REGIONAL PREPAREDNESS

FOR SUPER BOWL & FIFA

WORLD CUP

OPERATIONAL COLLATERAL

TEAM READINESS

ASSESSMENT

Reported Vehicle Collisions – Monte Sereno
Date Time Location Primary Collision Factor
01/28/2025 0823 17700 Daves Avenue. 20002; Hit and Run
04/19/2025 1849 16100 Blk Greenwood Lane 22107 CVC – Unsafe Turning Movement

QUESTIONS?

STAFF REPORT
Meeting: City Council - Oct 21 2025
Agenda Heading: CONSENT CALENDAR
Staff Contact: Gloisy Gonzalez-Langarica, City Clerk
Department: City Clerk
Title: Approve the Minutes of the October 7, 2025 Special and Regular City Council Meeting
Recommendation(s):

Staff recommends approval of the Minutes of the October 7, 2025 Special and Regular City Council Meeting
Fiscal Impact:

There are no unbudgeted fiscal impacts with this agenda item.

Public Noticing:

The City Council’s agenda was posted at City Hall and the agenda and this report appear on the City’s website.

Attachments:
10-07-25 Special Meeting Minutes DRAFT
10-07-25 Regular Meeting Minutes DRAFT

MONTE SERENO CITY COUNCIL

MEETING MINUTES

SPECIAL MEETING
6:30 p.m.

October 7, 2025

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
At 6:30 p.m., Mayor Craig called the meeting to order.

ROLL CALL
Present – Chambers: Councilmember Toren, Councilmember Shannon, Councilmember Mekechuk (Arrived 6:47 PM) and Mayor Craig
Present – Remote: None

Absent: Vice Mayor Allan
Staff: City Clerk Gonzalez-Langarica, City Manager Perkins and City Attorney Powell

PUBLIC COMMUNICATION REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Mayor Craig opened the item for Public Comment. With no one wishing to speak, Public Comment was closed. The City Council adjourned to Closed Session at approximately 6:31 p.m.

RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION

1. Potential Litigation Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(b): Two Cases Staff present- Labor Counsel, City Attorney Kirsten Powell and City Manager Diana Perkins

RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
The City Council reconvened to Open Session at approximately 7:05 p.m. with Mayor Craig, Councilmember Toren, Councilmember Shannon and Councilmember Mekechuk.

CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Mayor Craig stated that there were no reportable actions at this time.

ADJOURN
The meeting of the Special City Council Meeting adjourned at approximately 7:06 p.m.

Burton Craig, Mayor
ATTEST:

Gloisy Gonzalez-Langarica, City Clerk

MONTE SERENO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES

REGULAR MEETING
7:00 p.m.

October 7, 2025

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
At approximately 7:08 p.m., Mayor Craig called the meeting to order.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council lead the Pledge of Allegiance.

ROLL CALL
Present – Chambers: Councilmember Toren, Councilmember Shannon, Councilmember Mekechuk and Mayor Craig
Present – Remote: None

Absent: Vice Mayor Allan
Staff: City Clerk Gonzalez-Langarica, City Manager Perkins and City Attorney Powell
Staff – Remote: None

ORDERS OF THE DAY
None.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Craig shared that the Santa Clara County Library has now become a participant in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Students up to first grade can sign up for the program and will be mailed a book from the organization every couple of months for free.

PRESENTATIONS

1. Santa Clara County Fire Department Annual Presentation

2. Fire District Overview
SCCFD Assistant Chief Dennis Lollie and SCCFD Deputy Fire Chief Brian Glass provided the Santa Clara County Fire Department Annual Presentation and Fire District overview.

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS

Former Mayor Lawler began by congratulating newly appointed Councilmember Toren. She followed up by sharing that SB79 is sitting on Governor Newsom’s desk, and he is being asked to veto it. Former Mayor Lawler is encouraging the Council to consider sending a letter this week, asking him respectfully to veto it. If passed, this bill will hinder evacuation scenarios in the event of wildfire when you have increased density along transit corridors like in Monte Sereno.

WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None.

CONSENT CALENDAR (TO BE ACTED UPON BY A SINGLE MOTION)

3. Approve the Minutes of the September 16, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting

4. Approve Warrant List Dated September 30, 2025 in the Amount $291,092.60

5. Consideration to Authorize the City Manager to Execute the Second Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with AIM Engineering Consultants, Inc. for Public Works/City Engineering Consulting

6. Consideration to Authorize the City Manager to Execute First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Metropolitan Planning Group (M-Group) for Planning Department Professional Services
Councilmember Mekechuk requested to pull Item #4.

Mayor Craig opened the Consent Calendar for Public Comment. With no one wishing to speak, Mayor Craig closed Public Comment.

MOTION: Motion by Councilmember Mekechuk to approve Items #3, #5 and #6 on the Consent Calendar. Seconded by Councilmember Shannon.

VOTE: Motion passed. (4-0-1 Absent: Allan)
MOTION: Motion by Councilmember Mekechuk to approve Item #4 on the Consent Calendar. Seconded by Councilmember Shannon.

VOTE: Motion passed. (4-0-1 Absent: Allan)

PUBLIC HEARING
None.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

7. Update on the City Council Adopted Goal to Increase Civic Engagement and Provide any Direction to Staff
City Manager Perkins provided a staff report.

Discussion ensued.

Mayor Craig opened the item for Public Comment. With no one wishing to speak, Mayor Craig closed Public Comment.

NEW BUSINESS

8. Consider and Approve City Council Committee/Commission Reassignments for Calendar Year 2025
City Manager Perkins provided a staff report.

Discussion ensued.

Mayor Craig opened the item for Public Comment. With no one wishing to speak, Mayor Craig closed Public Comment.

MOTION: Motion by Mayor Craig to appoint Vice Mayor Allan as the alternate representative on the Silicon Valley Clean Energy Authority. Seconded by Councilmember Shannon.

VOTE: Motion passed. (3-1-1 Absent: Allan, Abstain: Mekechuk) MOTION: Motion by Mayor Craig to appoint Councilmember Toren as the primary representative on the Cities Association and alternate on the Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority. Seconded by Councilmember Mekechuk.

VOTE: Motion passed. (4-0-1 Absent: Allan)
MOTION: Motion by Mayor Craig to appoint Councilmember Shannon as the alternate representative on the Santa Clara County Library JPA. Seconded by Councilmember Mekechuk.

VOTE: Motion passed. (4-0-1 Absent: Allan)

COMMITTEE/COMMISSION REPORTS
Councilmember Mekechuk reported that the Valley Transportation Authority Policy Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for this Thursday has been cancelled. Both West Valley Stormwater Authority and West Valley Solid Waste Management Authority Board are scheduled to meet in a month. Silicon Valley Clean Energy Authority is scheduled to meet this week, but Councilmember Mekechuk will not be able to attend due to his attendance at the 2025 Annual Conference and Expo in Long Beach. Lastly, the Santa Clara County Recycling and Waste Reduction Commission is scheduled to meet later this month.

Councilmember Toren stated nothing to report.

Councilmember Shannon shared that the West Valley Sanitation District Board is meeting tomorrow night and the Santa Clara Valley Water Commission is scheduled to meet right after the next Council meeting.

Mayor Craig reported that he attended the West Valley Mayors and Mangers meeting and the subject that got the most traction was the subject of fire, once again.

COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Mekechuk, seeing Vice Mayor Allan was not in the meeting tonight, wished him and his wife well. Councilmember Mekechuk also wanted to share there continues to be progress made on the Tyler implementation and is happy to be working with Councilmember Shannon on this.

Lastly, Councilmember Mekechuk stated it was great to see newly appointed Councilmember Toren sitting on the dais.

Councilmember Toren expressed it being an honor and a real privilege to be with the Council in his

first meeting. Councilmember Toren thanked each Councilmember for their welcome to the Council.

Councilmember Shannon welcomed newly appointed Councilmember Toren to the Council.

Mayor Craig shared once again that the Santa Clara County Library has now become a participant in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. For more information, visit the Santa Clara County Library website.

CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
City Manager Perkins made a quick reminder that the Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Foundation Recognition Award Ceremony is next week, Thursday, October 16th, and there is still time to sign up.

Should any of the Councilmembers be interested in attending, please contact the City Clerk.

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

9. A copy of the Tentative 2025 Council Meeting Calendar was included on the agenda.

ADJOURN
Mayor Craig adjourned the meeting at approximately 8:51 p.m.

Burton Craig, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________________
Gloisy Gonzalez-Langarica, City Clerk

STAFF REPORT
Meeting: City Council - Oct 21 2025
Agenda Heading: CONSENT CALENDAR
Staff Contact: Diana Perkins, City Manager
Department: City Manager
Title: Approve Warrant List Dated October 21, 2025 in the Amount $148,053.19 Recommendation(s):

Staff recommends the City Council approve the Warrant List.

Analysis:

The Warrant List includes payments to be made to vendors for goods and services procured by the City. The attached report lists each payment to be made by vendor, amount, and by accounting fund.

California Environmental Quality Act:

The action being considered does not constitute a “project” within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(4) in that it is a fiscal activity that does not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potential significant impact on the environment.

Public Noticing:

The City of Monte Sereno's Council meeting agenda was posted on the bulletin board outside of Monte Sereno's City Hall and the agenda with this staff report can be accessed on the City of Monte Sereno's website located at www.montesereno.org.

Attachments:

1. Warrant List 10-21-2025

STAFF REPORT
Meeting: City Council - Oct 21 2025
Agenda Heading: CONSENT CALENDAR
Staff Contact: Kirsten Powell, City Attorney
Department: City Attorney
Title: Approve Settlement Agreement with Reynold Samoranos Recommendation(s):

Authorize the City Manager to execute the Settlement Agreement and Release of Claims with Reynold Samoranos
Background Information:

Mr. Samoranos previously served as the City’s Finance and Administrative Services Manager from August 31, 2020, until he was terminated effective January 15, 2025. Pursuant to the Memorandum of Understanding with the City’s Employee Association, Mr. Samoranos is entitled to an administrative process to challenge his termination. At the conclusion of the process, Mr. Samoranos may have the ability to file a lawsuit against the City based on his termination. To avoid the time and cost of a lengthy administrative and legal process, the parties have decided to resolve the matter by way of this settlement agreement and release of claims. Under this agreement, the City admits no liability and affirms it was justified in terminating Mr. Samoranos. Under the agreement, the City shall pay Mr. Samoranos $67,000. Mr. Samoranos has agreed to release the City from any liability associated with his employment with the City. The payment to Mr. Samoranos shall be made within 30 days of his execution of the settlement agreement.

Fiscal Impact:

The payment to Mr. Samoranos can be absorbed in the current 2025-2026 budget.

Conclusion:

Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute the Settlement Agreement and Release of Claims with Mr. Samoranos.

Public Noticing:

The City of Monte Sereno's Council meeting agenda was posted on the bulletin board outside of Monte Sereno's City Hall and the agenda with this staff report can be accessed on the City of Monte Sereno's website located at www.montesereno.org.

Attachments:

1. Settlement Agreement

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SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF CLAIMS
greement
made and entered into by and between the CITY OF MONTE SERENO, its past or present council members, commissioners, governing body(ies), officers, directors, employees, agents, predecessors, attorneys, divisions, affiliates, representatives, successors in interest and assigns and on
the one hand, and REYNOLD SAMORANOS Samoranos
and Samoranos

GENERAL RECITALS
WHEREAS, the City hired Samoranos to work full-time for the City as its Finance Officer effective August 31, 2020;
WHEREAS, on October 21, 2024, the City
employment via written notice;
WHEREAS, on November 12, 2024, the Parties attended a Skelly conference during which Samoranos responded to his proposed termination;
WHEREAS, on December 24, 2024, the City issued a supplemental notice of intent to ;
WHEREAS, on January 2, 2025, the Parties attended a Skelly conference during which Samoranos further responded to his proposed termination; WHERAS, the City terminated Samoranos employment with the City, effective January 15, 2025;
WHEREAS, Samoranos appealed his termination pursuant to Section 1101.4 of the Personnel Handbook;
September 23, 2025;
WHEREAS, the City denies any liability whatsoever and maintains that all of the circumstances underlying Samoranos
non-discriminatory reasons, and that any actions toward Samoranos have always been legitimate and lawful; however, as a result of defending itself against s allegations, the City will therefore, the City wishes to avoid ongoing and future expenses related to these claims; WHEREAS, the Parties wish to finally settle and compromise all disputes and controversies existing between them, whether known or unknown;

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NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and promises contained in this Agreement and other good and valuable consideration, receipt of which is hereby acknowledged by the execution of this Agreement, and to avoid unnecessary fees and costs, it is agreed by and between the Parties as follows:

1. No Precedent. This Agreement is in no way intended, and shall in no way be construed, to restrict any rights guaranteed to the City under local, state, or federal law, rule, policy, or agreement or establish a precedent in this or any other matter, now or in the future.

2. No Admission of Liability. This Agreement shall not be construed as an admission by the City of any unlawful or wrongful acts or other liability whatsoever. The City specifically disclaims any liability to, or wrongful acts against, Samoranos or any other person on the part of itself, its agents, and any related person, representatives or successors in interest and assigns.

3. Settlement Amount and Payment. In consideration for Samoranos entering into this Agreement and the conditions set forth herein, including his waiver and release of claims as set forth below, the City agrees to pay Samoranos the total sum of SIXTY-SEVEN THOUSAND DOLLARS and NO CENTS ($67
Settlement Payment to be delivered to Samoranos via check made payable to Samoranos. City will issue applicable Form 1099 or as required by law.

The City will issue the check for the Settlement Payment to Samoranos only if and after Whitney L. Tolar or Lisa S. Charbonneau of Liebert Cassidy Whitmore receives this Agreement executed by Samoranos. The City will issue the check for the Settlement Payment to Samoranos within 30 days after receipt of the executed Agreement from Samoranos, subject to the terms of paragraph 9 below.

The Settlement Payment represents payment to
employment and separation from City employment. Samoranos agrees the Settlement Payment shall constitute the entire consideration provided to him under this Agreement, and he will not seek, nor is he in any way entitled to any further compensation for any claimed damages, costs, ssed in this Agreement or in any way
related to his employment with the City or his separation from City employment.

Samoranos acknowledges and agrees the City has made no representations about the tax consequences of any amounts received by him under this Agreement. Samoranos agrees to pay federal, state, or local taxes, if any, required by law to be paid with respect to the Settlement Payment. Samoranos further agrees to indemnify and hold the City harmless from any claims, demands, deficiencies, levies, assessments, executions, judgments, or recoveries by any governmental entity against the City for any amounts claimed due from Samoranos related to the monies paid on account of this Agreement and for any costs, interest, expenses, fines, penalties, pay such taxes.

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4. CalPERS Documentation. In response to any request by the California Public s work at the
City, the City agrees to provide CalPERS with available information requested.

5. Waiver of Right to Appeal Discipline. In addition to the release of liability and waiver of claims indicated below, by virtue of his execution of this Agreement, Samoranos acknowledges and agrees that he waives his right to administratively appeal, grieve, arbitrate, litigate or otherwise challenge, in any forum whatsoever, including any federal or state court or administrative agency external to the City,
agrees and acknowledges that this waiver is a voluntary act, and that there was no coercion in such regard by the City.

6. Release of All Claims and Potential Claims. As further consideration for the payments and agreements that make up this Agreement, Samoranos hereby irrevocably and unconditionally waives, releases, and forever discharges the City from any and all claims that he may have against it, including, but not limited to, all claims for injury, damage, and harm Samoranos, from the date of hire through the date he
signs this Agreement. Such claims include, but are not limited to:
a. Any and all charges, complaints, lawsuits, claims, liabilities, claims for relief, claims for punitive damages, obligations, promises, agreements, contracts, interests, controversies, injuries, damages, actions, causes of action, suits, rights, demands, costs, losses, debts, liens, judgments, indebtedness, and expenses (including attorney's fees and costs actually incurred), of any nature whatsoever arising, whether in law or in equity, known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected, actual or potential, which Samoranos now has, owns, or holds, or claims to have, own, or hold against the City (including its past or present council members, board members, directors, employees, agents, predecessors, attorneys, divisions, representatives, insurers, successors in interest and assigns, and all persons acting by, through, under or in concert with any of them), at common law or under any statute, rule, regulation, order or law, whether federal, state, or local, or on any grounds whatsoever, with respect to any act, omission, employment of Samoranos, and/or with respect to any other claim, matter, or event arising prior to the Effective Date of this Agreement, including, but not limited to, the following:
i. The California Constitution, California Fair Employment and Housing Act (California Government Code § 12940 et seq.), and the California Family Rights Act (California Government Code §12945.2, 19702.3 et seq.), the California Labor Code; ii. The Constitutions of the United States and the State of California, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000e et seq.), the Equal Pay Act (29 U.S.C. §206(d)), the

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Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. §§ 793 et seq.), the Family and Medical Leave Act (29 U.S.C. §§ 2901 et seq.), the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, also known as "ERISA" (29 U.S.C. §§ 1001 et seq.), and/or Sections 1981, 1983, 1985, 1986 or 1988 of Title 42 of the United States Code (42 U.S.C. §§ 1981 et seq.), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. §§ 12101 et seq.);
iii. Claims of Retaliation (California Labor Code §1102.5 et seq.), c - of contract, including written, oral or implied contracts, breach of any covenant, promise, or representation pertaining to
employment, whether express or implied, claims for negligent hiring, retention, supervision, investigation, invasion of privacy, wrongful termination, discrimination of any type, interference with economic relations, failure to pay wages and/or benefits of any kind, fraud and/or misrepresentation of any kind, negligent or intentional infliction of emotional distress, slander, assault, battery, and/or any other claims arising under any other state or federal provision, act, ordinance, Constitution, law, common law, or arising under any contract or agreement, against the City. b. This Agreement does not limit Samoranos
administrative charge with an administrative agency, but Samoranos expressly waives and releases any right to recover any type of personal relief from the City (including any individual City council member), including monetary damages, in any administrative action or proceeding, whether state or federal, and whether brought by Samoranos or on Samoranos
matters released herein. Furthermore, nothing in this Agreement prohibits Samoranos from reporting possible violations of law or regulation to any government agency or entity, including but not limited to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing, the Department of Labor and/or the Department of Justice, or making other disclosures that are protected under the whistleblower provisions of law. Samoranos does not need prior authorization from the City to make any such reports or disclosures and is not required to notify the City that he has made such reports or disclosures. Nor does anything in this Agreement prevent Samoranos from testifying in an administrative, legislative, or judicial proceeding concerning alleged criminal conduct or alleged harassment or discrimination relating to or involving the City, or an agent or employee of the City, if Samoranos is required or requested to attend the proceeding pursuant to a court order, subpoena, or written request from an administrative agency or the legislature.

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c. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Parties agree that this general release Compensation benefits (except as to claims under Labor Code 132(a) and 4553) or any other claim that cannot lawfully be released.

7. No Reinstatement. Samoranos hereby expressly waives any and all claims that he may have for reinstatement to his position with the City. Samoranos further agrees that he will not seek or maintain employment, independent contractor status, or any other business relationship with the City in any position whatsoever and that the City is entitled to reject, with or without cause, any application for employment or agreement for independent contractor status or any other business relationship with the City made by Samoranos. Samoranos further agrees that any rejection of any such application or offer is not for a discriminatory or any other illegal purpose. Samoranos further agrees that this Agreement constitutes a legitimate, nondiscriminatory, non-retaliatory business reason for any and all refusals by the City to employ him at the City in any capacity.

8. Age Discrimination in Employment Act Waiver and Release. The Age discharge any individual or otherwise discriminate with respect to the nature and privileges of an ge forty or older. The Older Workers
§§ 626, et. seq. further augments the ADEA and
prohibits the waiver of any right or claim under the ADEA unless the waiver is knowing and voluntary. By entering into this Agreement, Samoranos acknowledges that he is knowingly and voluntarily, for just compensation in addition to anything of value to which Samoranos is already entitled, waiving and releasing any rights he may have under the ADEA and/or OWBPA.

Samoranos further acknowledges that he has been advised and understands, pursuant to the provisions of the ADEA and OWBPA, that:
a. This Agreement is written in a manner understood by Samoranos. b. Samoranos is aware of and has been advised of his rights under the ADEA and OWBPA, and of the legal significance of his waiver of any possible claims he currently may have under the ADEA, OWBPA, or similar age discrimination laws.
c. Samoranos is entitled to a reasonable time of at least twenty-one (21) days within which to review and consider this Agreement, and the waiver and release of any rights he may have under the ADEA, the OWBPA, or similar age discrimination laws, but he may, in the exercise of his own discretion, sign or reject this Agreement at any time before the expiration of the twenty-one (21) days.
d. The waivers and releases set forth in this Agreement shall not apply to any rights or claims that may arise under the ADEA and/or OWBPA after the date this Agreement takes effect.

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e. Samoranos was advised and by this Agreement is advised in writing that he should consult with an attorney prior to executing this Agreement.

Samoranos has had an opportunity to discuss this waiver and release with, and to be advised regarding this Agreement, by an attorney of his choice, and does not need any additional time within which to review and consider this Agreement.
f. Samoranos has seven (7) days following his execution of this Agreement to revoke the Agreement by submitting a written revocation addressed to and received by Whitney L. Tolar of Liebert Cassidy Whitmore, 135 Main Street, 7th Floor, San Francisco, California 94105.
g. Samoranos knowingly and voluntarily agrees to all of the terms set forth in this Agreement and knowingly and voluntarily intends to be bound by those terms.

9. Release of Unknown Claims. For the purpose of implementing a full and complete release and discharge in favor of the City, Samoranos expressly acknowledges that this Agreement is intended to include in its effect, without limitation, all claims that Samoranos does not know of or expect to exist in his favor at the time of the execution hereof, and Samoranos agrees that this Agreement contemplates the extinguishment of any such claim or claims occurring prior to the date of execution of this Agreement.

In addition, Samoranos hereby waives any and all rights that he may have pursuant to California Civil Code section 1542, which reads as follows:

A GENERAL RELEASE DOES NOT EXTEND TO CLAIMS THAT THE

CREDITOR OR RELEASING PARTY DOES NOT KNOW OR SUSPECT TO

EXIST IN HIS OR HER FAVOR AT THE TIME OF EXECUTING THE

RELEASE AND THAT, IF KNOWN BY HIM OR HER, WOULD HAVE

MATERIALLY AFFECTED HIS OR HER SETTLEMENT WITH THE
DEBTOR OR RELEASED PARTY.

Samoranos hereby expressly waives the provisions of California Civil Code section 1542 and further expressly waives any right to invoke said provisions now or at any time in the future.

Samoranos recognizes and acknowledges that the factors which have induced him to enter into this Agreement may turn out to be incorrect or different from what he previously anticipated, and he expressly assumes any and all of the risks thereof and further expressly assumes the risks of waiving the rights provided by California Civil Code section 1542.

10. No Duress or Undue Influence. The Parties represent and agree that they have carefully read and fully understand all of the provisions of this Agreement, and that they are voluntarily, without any duress or undue influence on the part of or on behalf of any Party, entering into this Agreement.

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11. Covenant to Effectuate Agreement. The Parties each agree to execute and deliver all instruments and documents necessary to fulfill and effect the provisions of this Agreement.

12. Representation of No Pending Claims. Each Party represents that, other than complaints, appeals, claims, applications or charges against each other or any related persons or against any of their past or present officers, directors, governing bodies, elected officials, employees, agents, predecessors, attorneys, divisions, affiliates, representatives, successors in interest and assigns and/or all persons acting by, through, under, or in concert with any of them, with any state or federal court, or local, state or federal agency, or administrative or quasiadministrative tribunal or person, based on any events occurring on or prior to the effective date of this Agreement.

13. No Prior Assignments. Each Party represents that neither has assigned nor transferred, nor purported to assign or transfer, to any person or entity, any claim or any portion thereof or interest therein against each other.

14. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the complete understanding between the Parties, and contains all of the terms and conditions agreed upon by the Parties hereto regarding the subject matter of this Agreement. Any prior agreements, promises, negotiations, or representations, either oral or written, relating to the subject matter of this Agreement, not expressly set forth herein, are of no force or effect. No promises, agreements, or modifications to this Agreement made subsequent to its execution by the Parties shall be binding unless reduced to a written instrument that specifically references this Agreement and is signed by authorized representatives of the Parties.

15. Waiver of Terms of Agreement. No waiver by any Party of any breach of any term or provision of this Agreement shall be construed to be, nor be, a waiver of any preceding, concurrent or succeeding breach of the same, or any other term or provision hereof. No waiver shall be binding unless in writing and signed by the Party to be charged or bound.

16. Interpretation. The language in this Agreement shall be construed as a whole according to its fair meaning and not strictly for or against any of the Parties.

17. Governing Law. The Parties agree that this Agreement was negotiated and executed in the State of California and shall be interpreted under the procedural and substantive laws of California as existing as of the date of execution, without regard to principles of conflict of laws. In any action brought to enforce any provision of this Agreement, each side shall bear

18. Each Party to Bear Own Fees and Costs. Each Party shall bear its/ his own proceedings resulting in this Agreement, or in connection with any other claims made or investigated by either Party against the other in any forum (civil, criminal, administrative or

STAFF REPORT
Meeting: City Council - Oct 21 2025
Agenda Heading: PUBLIC HEARINGS
Staff Contact: Diana Perkins, City Manager
Department: City Manager
Title: Introduction and Waiver of First Reading of Ordinance No. NS-247 an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Monte Sereno amending the Zoning Code Sections 10.08.040 (Site Development Permit Required) and

10.15.100 (Eucalyptus Tree Removal Required)
Recommendation(s):

Site and Architectural Commission and staff recommends that the City Council adopt the draft ordinance.

Background Information:

The Site and Architectural Commission reviewed the draft ordinance and recommended that the City Council adopt the modifications to the requirements for Site Development Permits and the required removal of eucalyptus trees but did not recommend changes to the story pole certification requirement. The vote by the Commission was 4-1.

Analysis:

The Municipal Code changes proposed address concerns that staff has received from residents and Council Members, address Housing Element Programs requirements, and Council adopted Goals for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

The following is a description of each proposed change in the draft ordinance.

Project Requiring a Site Development Permit
The Municipal Code currently requires certain projects to obtain approval of a Site Development Permit before a building permit can be issued. A Site Development Permit typically requires approval by the Site and Architectural Commission at a public hearing. The proposed changes would remove the requirement for a Site Development Permit for accessory structures.

Streamlining permitting timeframes and reducing Site Development Permit requirements will also support the requirements of the Housing Element Program A, which requires the City to monitor processing times for residential permits and identify revisions to the City’s procedures to expedite the development review process. The proposed changes below to the Site

Development Permit requirements would reduce the number of permits needed and review timeframes.

The types of projects that require a Site Development Permit are listed below along with staff comments regarding proposed changes:

A. Any new building exceeding one hundred twenty (120) square feet, except any accessory dwelling unit permitted in accordance with Section 10.06.140.

Currently, a new accessory building that exceeds 120 square feet in floor area requires a Site Development Permit. Types of building that are considered accessory buildings include sheds, pool houses, and detached garages. The size, location, and height of accessory structures are regulated by the zoning code based on zoning district as follows:

Zoning Code Standards for Accessory Structures
Zoning District Maximum Floor
Area Required Setbacks* Maximum Height
R-1-8 600 sq.ft. Side Yard – 6’
Rear Yard – 6’ 12’
R-1-20 800 sq.ft. Side Yard – 6’
Rear Yard – 6’
12’ at setback
21’ max. w/additional
setback
R-1-44 1,000 sq.ft. Side Yard – 6’
Rear Yard – 10’
12’ at setback
21’ max. w/additional
setback
*Accessory structures are not allowed in the front yard This requirement for a Site Development Permit has been in the zoning code since 2002 (NS-135). State regulations that have been enacted over the past several years allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) be to constructed which can be larger, taller, and with smaller setbacks than required for accessory buildings. These State regulations do not allow a discretionary permit for ADUs. Over 100 ADUs have been constructed in the City in the past 10 years, largely without any complaints from neighboring property owners.

Because ADUs can be larger, taller, and have smaller setbacks as compared with accessory buildings, it may no longer be necessary to require a Site Development Permit and a public hearing for smaller accessory buildings with larger setbacks, when no public hearing is required for ADUs.

Staff recommends removing the requirement for detached accessory buildings to obtain a Site Development Permit as these buildings are adequately regulated by the size, height and location requirements in the zoning code.

B. Any addition that adds five hundred (500) square feet or more to an existing building or structure in the R-1-8 zoning district or seven hundred fifty (750) square feet or more to an existing building or structure in the R-1-20 or R-1-44 zoning district.

No change proposed.

C. Any modification to the roof that results in a new or modified roof design or that increases the roof height of an existing structure by more than twenty-four (24) inches.

This requirement was added to the zoning code in 2017 (NS-210) and was intended to ensure design review oversight for modified roof designs or roof modifications that increase the roof height by more than 24 inches. The language of a new or modified roof design is vague and can be widely interpreted. Additionally, modifying a roof design without increasing the height of a roof has minimal impact on surrounding properties.

Staff recommends revising this code section to remove the provisions related to a new or modified roof design but maintain the Site Development Permit requirement for modifications to an existing roof that increases the roof height by more than 24 inches.

D. Any additions that add two hundred fifty (250) square feet or more to the second story of an existing two-story building in the R-1-8 zoning district or five hundred (500) square feet or more in the R-1-20 and R-1-44 zoning district.

No change proposed.

E. Any additions of a second story to an existing single-story building.

No change proposed.

F. The addition of an architectural element to a legally existing light post or entry column if such addition would cause the total height of the light post or entry column to exceed the height limitations outlined in Section 10.17.040. An architectural element may be added to an existing light post or entry column with a site development permit if the height of the architectural element does not exceed one-half of the height (up to nine (9) feet) of the legally existing light post or entry column. The proposed architectural element shall be setback one (1) foot from the property line for every two (2) feet in height of the architectural element and light post or entry column.

This requirement was added in 2011 (Ordinance NS-178) as a result of a property that had entry columns on either side of a driveway gate. Staff is not aware of any other project that has proposed light posts or entry columns subject to this code section.

Since this section was enacted, Council reviewed the fence height requirements in 2021 and revised front yard fences, including columns, to be a maximum of six feet in height if approved by the Site and Architectural Commission (NS-225). A front yard fence of up to three feet in height is allowed without a permit.

Staff recommends removing this code section and maintaining the current requirements of section 10.06.130 allowing fences/columns up to six feet in the front yard with a Site Development Permit approved by the Site and Architectural Commission.

G. The construction of a light post or entry column which includes an architectural element if the total height of the light posts or entry column with the architectural element exceeds the height limits outlined in Section 10.17.040. In no event shall the total height of the light post or entry column with the architectural element exceed eight (8) feet. In no event shall the architectural element be taller than one-half of the light post or entry column.

This section was added when section F above was added and applies to the same types of projects. For the same reasons described above, staff recommends removing this code section.

H. The addition of a pedestrian arbor that exceeds seven (7) feet in height to any fence, or a fence greater in height than three (3) feet in any part of any front yard, within ten (10) feet of any side corner property line of a lot in the R-1-8 zoning district, or within fifteen (15) feet of any side corner property line of a lot in the R1-20 and R-1 44 zoning district.

No change proposed.

I. Residential development projects pursuant to Section 10.05.080.

No change proposed. This section was added in 2023 (NS-240) to conform to State laws requiring ministerial review for certain housing development projects subject to SB9 legislation.

Eucalyptus Tree Removal Required
One of the City Council’s adopted goals for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 is to consider requiring that eucalyptus trees be removed from a property when a new house is constructed.

Eucalyptus trees are prone to fire as their bark and oil make them highly flammable. As noted by the National Park Service publication:
“Constant shedding of bark is part of what makes these trees a fire hazard. The bark catches fire readily, and the loose strips tend to carry fire up into the canopy, casting embers outward. Despite the presence of volatile oils that can produce a hot fire, leaves

of blue gum eucalyptus are classed as intermediate in fire resistance when green, and juvenile leaves are highly resistant to flaming. . It is the litter—the accumulation of dead, dry, oily leaves and debris—that is especially flammable. Carried by long swaying branches, fire spreads quickly in eucalyptus groves. When there is sufficient dead material in the canopy, fire moves easily through the tree tops.” (https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/nature/upload/firemanagement_fireeducation_newslett er_eucalyptus.pdf).

Fire Safe Marin notes:
“You can make a eucalyptus tree much more resistant to ignition during a wildfire.  Remove vegetation around the base of the trees
 Remove small-diameter lower limbs up to at least one-third of the tree’s height  Remove limbs within 10 feet of the ground
 Remove all dead wood, peeling bark, and twiggy growth REGULARLY  Provide canopy separation so that no limbs touch nearby trees or plants  Remove all “ladder fuels“
(https://firesafemarin.org/articles/everything-you-need-to-know-about-eucalyptus-trees/) Due to their fast growth rate, eucalyptus should be maintained annually. However, maintenance is often not done at that frequency.

The most fire prone of the eucalyptus trees are the Gum varieties. The Municipal Code section

10.15.015 defines Blue Gum and Red Gum eucalyptus trees are ‘undesirable species’ because they are non-native, invasive, and fire-prone. The ‘undesirable species’ designation allows a property owner to remove these varieties of eucalyptus trees without any stated reason or assessment of the health of the tree.

Staff recommends adding the following requirement to the Municipal Code:
“Eucalyptus Tree Removal Required. All existing Blue Gum Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) and Red Gum Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus camaldulensis) trees shall be removed at the time of construction of a new primary residence. Exceptions shall be made for eucalyptus trees greater than 150 feet from any roadways or structures.” Story Pole Certification Requirements
Story poles are currently required for certain types of projects that require Site Development Permits and provide the Site and Architecture Commission, City Council, staff, and neighbors a representation of the height, bulk, and mass of a proposed project. Story poles are currently required for the following types of projects which require a Site Development Permit:
 Second story addition
 Construction of any new structure exceeding 500 square feet  Any addition exceeding 500 square feet

In 2009, the City Council adopted an ordinance (NS-166) to require the story poles to be certified by a civil engineer or land surveyor to ensure they are located at the proper height and layout of the roof areas. At that time, there had been concerns that the story poles may not accurately reflect the proposed structure’s height and location.

Concern has recently been raised that the certification by a civil engineer or land surveyor may be more costly and time-consuming for a project applicant than the benefit it provides.

Staff reached out to designers and architects who frequently work in Monte Sereno and received a response that the story pole certification adds approximately $500 to the cost of the story pole installation.

The Site and Architectural Commission did not recommend removing the certification requirement for story poles; therefore, this modification is not included in the draft ordinance. If the City Council is interested in modifying this requirement, an ordinance amendment would need to be considered at a future meeting.

California Environmental Quality Act:

This ordinance is not a “project” as defined by CEQA Guidelines Section 15378: “Adoption of the ordinance does not have the potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. Further projects subject to the ordinance will require a discretionary permit and CEQA review, and will be analyzed at the appropriate time in accordance with CEQA.” Therefore, no environmental assessment is required.

Public Noticing:

The meeting agenda was also posted on the bulletin board outside of Monte Sereno City Hall and the agenda with this staff report can be accessed on The City of Monte Sereno's website located at www.montesereno.org.

Attachments:

1. Draft Ordinance NS-247

2. Council Adopted Goals for Fiscal Year 2025-2026

ORDINANCE NO. NS-247

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONTE SERENO AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 10.08 BY AMENDING SECTION 10.08.040 (SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT REQUIRED) AND CHAPTER 10.15 BY ADDING SECTION 10.15.100 (EUCALYPTUS TREE REMOVAL REQUIRED)
WHEREAS, the City of Monte Sereno desires to amend its site development permit requirements and tree removal requirements; and
WHEREAS, the Gum varieties of Eucalyptus trees are fire prone as their bark and oils are highly flammable and their constant shedding of bark can catch fire readily and the loose strips tend to carry fire up into the canopy, casting embers outward; and WHEREAS, on October 8, 2025, the Site and Architecture Commission considered the proposed modifications to the Monte Sereno Municipal Code and recommended that the City Council adopt the ordinance by a 4-1 vote; and
WHEREAS, on October 21, 2025, the City Council considered the proposed ordinance and a majority of Council introduced and waived further reading of Ordinance No. NS-247; and WHEREAS, the adoption of this ordinance is not a “project” as defined by CEQA Guidelines Section 15378: “Adoption of the ordinance does not have the potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. Further projects subject to the ordinance will require a discretionary permit and CEQA review, and will be analyzed at the appropriate time in accordance with CEQA.” Therefore, no environmental assessment is required.

NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF MONTE SERENO DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The recitals to this Ordinance are hereby incorporated and are expressly made a part hereof.

SECTION 2. Amendment of Section 10.08.040. Section 10.08.040 of Chapter 10.08 of the Monte Sereno Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
“The following proposed projects shall require a site development permit, which shall be issued prior to the issuance of a building permit or a demolition permit:

A. Any addition that adds five hundred (500) square feet or more to an existing building or structure in the R-1-8 zoning district or seven hundred fifty (750) square feet or more to an existing building or structure in the R-1-20 or R-1-44 zoning district.

B. Any modification to the roof that increases the overall roof height of an existing structure by more than twenty-four (24) inches.

C. Any additions that add two hundred fifty (250) square feet or more to the second story of an existing two-story building in the R-1-8 zoning district or five hundred (500) square feet or more in the R-1-20 and R-1-44 zoning district.

D. Any additions of a second story to an existing single-story building.

E. Residential development projects pursuant to Section 10.05.080.

Issuance of a site development permit shall be reviewed and acted upon by the Commission at a regular or special meeting, except that a residential development project meeting the requirements of Section 10.05.080 shall be reviewed ministerially and without public hearing by the City Planner.”
SECTION 3. Amendment of Chapter 10.15. Chapter 10.15 of Title 10 of the Monte Sereno Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding a new Section 10.15.100 to read as follows:
“10.15.100 Eucalyptus Tree Removal Required. All existing Blue Gum Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) and Red Gum Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus camaldulensis) trees shall be removed at the time of construction of a new primary residence on that property. Exceptions shall be made for eucalyptus trees greater than 150 feet from any roadways or structures.” SECTION 4. Environmental Review.

The adoption of this ordinance is not a “project” as defined by the CEQA guidelines Section 15378: “Adoption of the ordinance does not have the potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. Further projects subject to the ordinance will require a discretionary permit and CEQA review and will be analyzed at the appropriate time in accordance with CEQA.” Therefore, no environmental assessment is required or necessary.

SECTION 5. Effective Date.

This ordinance shall be in full force and effect 30 days after its adoption.

SECTION 6. Severability.

If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision of such Ordinance and shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions thereof.

SECTION 7. Certification.

The City Clerk shall cause this ordinance to be posted and/or published in the manner required by law.

This Ordinance was introduced at the meeting of the City Council on the 21st day of October

2025, and was adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 4th day of November 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

Burton Craig, Mayor
Attest: ___________________________
Gloisy Gonzalez-Langarica, City Clerk

Approved as to form:

___________________________________
Kirsten Powell, City Attorney

Council Adopted Goals for Fiscal Year 2025-2026

Goals
I. Provide Quality Public Service

1. Plan the Green Stormwater Infrastructure project required by State law.

2. Review and amend City of Monte Sereno Financial Policies:
a. Review and amend, if required, the City of Monte Sereno’s investment policy. b. Develop and implement timely updates to the financial transparency system for residents.

3. Implement a cloud-based, fully integrated financial reporting and human resource information system for government entities to:
a. Improve financial reporting and human resources management at the City of Monte Sereno. b. Utilize time reporting functionality for all personnel and support human resources requirements. c. Address and resolve internal control weaknesses.
d. Develop, document, and implement financial accounting policies and procedures with the new financial reporting system. e. Convert and migrate minimal, yet sufficient, data to the new financial reporting system and human resources information system.

4. Increase civic engagement and resident involvement in the community, including possible partnership with leadership Los Gatos.

5. Review and improve the City of Monte Sereno website with easier access to historical minutes and recordings.

II. Maintain Community Character

1. Update the General Plan.

2. Continue to implement programs in the adopted Housing Element.

III. Enhance Mobility for Residents

1. Improve walkability throughout the City.

Council Adopted Goals for Fiscal Year 2025-2026

Goals
IV. Maintain Community Safety

1. Improve wildfire prevention and preparedness:

A. Establish evacuation routes, inform the community of these locations, and plan for their maintenance.

B. Increase awareness of fire danger due to poorly maintained vegetation and promote the importance of defensible space around structures.

C. Work with Saratoga, Los Gatos, and elected officials to coordinate efforts to reduce fire hazard risks on Highway 9.

D. Consider requiring any eucalyptus trees on a property to be removed when an application for a new house is received.

E. Consider expanding the exterior home hardening requirements of the California Residential Code to apply to all properties in the City and not just those within the High or Very High Fire Hazard Severity Area.

F. Adopt an updated Annex to the Santa Clara Wildfire Protection Plan to plan for programs in Monte Sereno.

G. Recruit 10 additional CERT members, with a focus on residents that live near City Hall.

H. Consider outfitting the shed at City Hall to serve as an NICP.

I. Consider establishing a commission or committee to work on wildfire prevention and preparedness issues.

2. Install of Flock cameras citywide.

3. Finalize the agreement with Los Gatos for law enforcement services.

V. Enhance Environmental Sustainability
A. Promote low-water and low-fire landscaping alternatives for residents.

B. Encourage water conservation and support the move to lower carbon emissions in Monte Sereno.

STAFF REPORT
Meeting: City Council - Oct 21 2025
Agenda Heading: NEW BUSINESS
Staff Contact: Diana Perkins, City Manager
Department: City Manager
Title: Consider and Accept the City Manager's Quarterly Report Covering July 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025
Recommendation(s):

Staff recommends that the City Council consider and accept the City Manager's report Public Noticing:

The City of Monte Sereno's Council meeting agenda was posted on the bulletin board outside of Monte Sereno's City Hall and the agenda with this staff report can be accessed on the City of Monte Sereno's website located at www.montesereno.org.

Attachments:

1. City Manager’s Quarterly Report July-September 2025

City Manager’s Highlights
July – September 2025
2025 Annual Monte Sereno Picnic in the Park
On August 24, 2025, the City hosted the annual Picnic in the Park for Monte Sereno residents.

The event was successful with approximately 240 residents attending. The number of service providers at the picnic also expanded this year with the addition of the Santa Clara County Weed Abatement Program and the Peninsula Humane Society.

This was the second year the picnic was at the site near the Boat Center rather than the Circle Group Area and staff received several compliments on the new location. Next year’s picnic will be at the same location near the Boat Center.

Building Department
Building permit activity for the past three months was as follows:

July – September
2025
Same Range
Last Year
Permits/Inspections
Building Permits Issued 76 62
Construction Valuation $16,221,701 $6,840,858
Building Permit Revenue $390,456 $168,773
Inspection Completed 217 227
The building permit activity has continued to be very high, which has been the trend during this calendar year. While the number of permits has not increased significantly, the increased construction valuation indicates that the type of building permits being issued are for larger projects (i.e. new ADUs, large additions/remodels, and new houses).

Staff anticipates the permitting activity to remain high for the remainder of the year as the number of projects in the review process continues to be higher than average.

Two Monte Sereno Residents Participating in Leadership Los Gatos The Town of Los Gatos administers the Leadership Los Gatos program to educate, engage, and encourage participants to find leadership roles in the community.

Participants are given the opportunity to view local government from the inside out, engage with community leaders and special interest groups, and challenge themselves in new ways while strengthening their leadership skills and community network. After completing the program, graduates are encouraged to use their new skills and knowledge to further their participation in civic, community, service, and non-profit organizations.

As part of the City Council Strategic Goal to increase civic engagement, the City Council had approved sponsoring two seats in the 2025 Leadership Los Gatos programs for Monte Sereno residents. The two Monte Sereno resident participating in the program are Bob Lapcevic and Allison Zeidler.

Fall Peaceful Mountain Monitor Newsletter
The fall edition of the Peaceful Mountain Monitor newsletter is being printed and will be mailed to residents by the end of October. Articles include a letter from the mayor, information on the upcoming enforcement of the gas-powered leaf blower prohibition, photos from the picnic, and information from the West Valley Sanitation District and the West Valley Stomrwater Authority.

Emergency Preparedness Training
The Town of Los Gatos invited Monte Sereno employees to participate in Emergency Operation Center (EOC) training provided to the Town’s employees. Staff participated in five different Standardized Emergency Management Systems (SEMS) training courses in the five primary functions of management, operations, planning/ intelligence, logistics and finance/administration.

The EOC is located at the Los Gatos Monte Sereno Police Department offices and would be activated in the event of a declared emergency. The Center would be used to coordinate emergency response efforts and serve as a central command post for various agencies to strategize and manage resources in the event of an emergency.

General Plan Update
California state law requires each city and county to adopt a general plan “for the physical development of the county or city, and any land outside its boundaries which in the planning agency's judgment bears relation to its planning” (Government Code 65300). The State also requires the General Plans to include the following eight elements (sections): land use, circulation, housing (on a separate, 8-year, cycle), conservation, open space, noise, safety, and environmental justice (new for general plans adopted after 2020).

The process to update the General Plan is underway and information is available on the project website at: https://www.monteserenogpu.com/
Part of the General Plan includes the Health and Safety Element, which will include identification of wildfire evacuation routes, emergency operations, and hazard mitigation. The Site and Architectural Commission reviewed the final draft of the updated Health and Safety Element at their meeting on October 8, 2025 and recommended that the City Council adopt the document with a few additions.

The updated Health and Safety Element will be presented to the City Council at their meeting on December 2, 2025 for consideration of final adoption.

Monte Sereno City Council
2025 Tentative Council Meeting Calendar
Updated: October 16, 2025

Council Meeting
Date
Agenda Item Staff Public
Hearing?
Agenda
Category
January 7, 2025 Presentation of Certificates of Recognition to 2024 STEM Winners from the City of Monte Sereno
GGL N Presentation
Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Accept the Annual Approval and Signing of the City Council Code of Ethics GGL N Consent Calendar Revisions to City of Monte Sereno Council Ad-Hoc Committees DP N New Business Discuss Selection of Meeting Date for Strategic Goal Setting DP N New Business Flock Cameras DP N New Business
Consider and Approve City Council Committee/Commission Assignments for Calendar Year 2025
DP N New Business
Review of Municipal Code Chapter 10.09 (Personal Wireless Service Facility and Antenna Criteria) and Discussion of Draft Revisions
DP N New Business
January 21, 2025 Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Consider Establishment of an Appointment to the Monte Sereno City Council Improving Financial Controls and Reporting Ad Hoc Committee DP N Consent Calendar
Hold Public Hearing and Adopt a Reso Overruling Objections and Determining to Proceed with Weed Abatement
GGL Y Public Hearing
Review Options for the Use of the Auxiliary Building DP N Unfinished Business
Flock Cameras DP N Unfinished
Business
Accept the FY 2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Report DP N New Business City Manager’s Quarterly Report DP N New Business
Consider and Appoint One Additional Member to the 2024-2025 Monte Sereno Youth Commission
GGL N New Business
February 4, 2025 Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Hold Public Hearing and Adopt a Reso Overruling Objections and Determining to Proceed with Weed Abatement
GGL Y Public Hearing

Monte Sereno City Council
2025 Tentative Council Meeting Calendar
Updated: October 16, 2025

Council Meeting
Date
Agenda Item Staff Public
Hearing?
Agenda
Category
Discuss Hosting a City Picnic and Consider a Budget for the City Picnic DP N New Business Discussion and Consideration of a City of Monte Sereno Community Grants Deadline, Selection Dates, and Budget Amount
DP N New Business
February 18, 2025 Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Receive Information Regarding the CalPERS Unfunded Pension Liabilities DP N New Business March 4, 2025 Santa Clara County Fire Department Semi-Annual Public Safety Report Fire N Presentation Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Wildfire Prevention, Preparation, and Response Discussion DP N New Business March 18, 2025 Closed Session
Special Meeting POTENTIAL LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b): Two Cases Staff present- City Attorney and Interim City Manager

PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT AND PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE

EVALUATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b)(1)
Title: City Manager/Interim City Manager
Staff Present: Interim City Manager, City Attorney
March 18, 2025 Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Consideration to Authorize the Interim City Manager to Execute Amendment #1 to the Professional Services Agreement with AIM Engineering Consultants, Inc. for Public Works/City Engineering Consulting.

DP N Consent Calendar
Consideration to Authorize the City Manager to Execute Amendment #2 to the Professional Services Agreement with DKG Consultants for Financial Services Consulting.

DP N Consent Calendar

Monte Sereno City Council
2025 Tentative Council Meeting Calendar
Updated: October 16, 2025

Council Meeting
Date
Agenda Item Staff Public
Hearing?
Agenda
Category
Authorize the Mayor to Send a Letter to Assemblymember Gail Pellerin Regarding Wildfire Safety Concerns Regarding the Eucalyptus Trees Along Highway 9
DP N Consent Calendar
Application 2024-3086 for a Site Development Permit for a single-story addition of approximately 554 square feet and a Variance application for reduced front of five feet where 25 feet is required.

DP Y Public Hearing
Consider and Appointment of Betters Streets Commissioner for Unscheduled Commission Vacancy
GGL N New Business
Annual Council Goal Setting Session for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 DP N New Business Receive the Informational Update from the Improving Finance Controls and Reporting Ad Hoc Committee
DP N New Business
Accept the Resignation of Council Member Shannon as Alternate Director of the Silicon Valley Clean Energy and Appoint a New Alternate Director DP N New Business
April 1, 2025 Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Adoption of 2025-2026 City Council Goals DP N Consent Calendar Consider Modification to the City Council’s City Manager Search Ad Hoc Committee to Extend the Effective Date of the Committee to October 1, 2025 DP N Consent Calendar
Housing Element Annual Progress Report DP N Consent Calendar Adopt a Resolution Declaring Support for Efforts to Provide Universal Child Care DP New Business Authorize the Interim City Manager to enter into an agreement with the West Valley Cities to conduct a feasibility study for the possible development of temporary and emergency housing facilities and programs to service the unhoused population within the five jurisdictions.

DP N New Business
Consider Amending the Purpose of the Improving Financial Controls and Reporting Ad Hoc Committee
DP N Consent Calendar
Special Meeting
Closed Session
Discuss revisions to the Agreement for Law Enforcement Services between the City of Monte Sereno and the Town of Los Gatos
DP N New Business

Monte Sereno City Council
2025 Tentative Council Meeting Calendar
Updated: October 16, 2025

Council Meeting
Date
Agenda Item Staff Public
Hearing?
Agenda
Category
Special Meeting
April 11, 2025
Consideration to Authorize the Interim City Manager to Execute an Agreement for a Financial Services Program (title will be updated once a vendor is selected) DP N New Business
April 15, 2025 Los Gatos Monte Sereno Police Department Semi-Annual Report Police N Presentation Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Introduce and waive the first reading of Ordinance No. NS244 to Amend Municipal Code Section 10.09 Personal Wireless Telecommunications Regulations.

DP Y Public Hearing
Adopt a Resolution Declaring Support for Efforts to Provide Universal Child Care DP N Unfinished Business
Approve Agreement for Law Enforcement Services between the City of Monte Sereno and the Town of Los Gatos
DP N Unfinished
Business
Adopt a Resolution to Update the City’s Financial Investment Policy and Become Shareholder of California Asset Management Trust
DP Y New Business
Discuss the Possibility of Establishing a Wildfire Prevention and Preparedness Commission or Committee
DP N New Business
City Manager’s Quarterly Report DP N New Business
May 6, 2025 Steinbeck Sign unveiling and Ice Cream Social Special Meeting
May 6, 2025 Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Adopt Ordinance No. NS-244 to Amend Municipal Code Section 10.09 Personal Wireless Telecommunications Regulations.

DP N Consent Calendar
Measure B Bicycle/Pedestrian Education and Encouragement Program Funding Amended and Restated Agreement with the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority
DP N Consent Calendar
Authorize the Interim City Manager to Execute the First Amendment to the Agreement with the County of Santa Clara for the Countywide Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program.

DP N Consent Calendar
Award of contract to Radius Earthwork, Inc. for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 DP N Consent Calendar

Monte Sereno City Council
2025 Tentative Council Meeting Calendar
Updated: October 16, 2025

Council Meeting
Date
Agenda Item Staff Public
Hearing?
Agenda
Category
Pavement Improvement Project in Total Amount Not to Exceed $398,507 and Determining Project Exempt from CEQA Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301
First Study Session for Review of Proposed FY 25/26 Budget DP N New Business Discuss Civic Engagement Goal for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 DP N New Business Foster Care/Resource Parent Awareness Month DP N New Business May 20, 2025 Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Adoption of a Resolution Declaring Hazardous Vegetation (Brush) a Public Nuisance and Set Public Hearing (SCCF)
GGL N Consent Calendar
Adoption of a Resolution Setting Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Adopting Amended Appropriations Limits for Fiscal Years 2023-24 and 2024-25 DP N Consent Calendar
Consideration to Approve and Authorize the Interim City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with DKG Consultants for Financial Services Consulting.

DP N Consent Calendar
Application 2023-3073 for a Site Development Permit for a new approximately 5,997 square foot two-story house and an approximately 977 square foot detached accessory building; a Grading Use Permit for 2,934 cubic yards of cumulative grading; and a Tree Removal Permit to remove 13 trees at 18340 Lexington Drive. (CEQA: Exempt, Guidelines sections 15302, 15303) DP Y Public Hearing
Consideration of Awarding Community Based Organization Grants DP N New Business June 3, 2025 Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Annual Street Maintenance - Adoption of Projects FY 25/26 DP N Consent Calendar Updated Fee Schedule for User and Regulatory Fees DP N Consent Calendar Introduce and waive the first reading of Ordinance No. NS-245 to Adopt Updated Local Responsibility Fire Hazard Severity Maps
DP Y Public Hearing
Accept a Report on the Status of the City’s Vacancies, Recruitment, and DP Y Public Hearing

Monte Sereno City Council
2025 Tentative Council Meeting Calendar
Updated: October 16, 2025

Council Meeting
Date
Agenda Item Staff Public
Hearing?
Agenda
Category
Retention Efforts Pursuant to Assembly Bill 2561
Consideration of Awarding Community Based Organization Grants DP N New Business June 17, 2025 Warrant List DP N Consent Calendar
Treasurer Report DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Adoption of Resolution Establishing and Fixing the Amount of Special Real Property Tax Levy for Police Protection Purposes for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 GGL N Consent Calendar
Adoption of Ordinance No. NS-245, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Monte Sereno Designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones within the Local Responsibility Area
DP Y Consent Calendar
Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Los Gatos‐Monte Sereno Safe Routes to School, Inc. for Providing Services Eligible Under Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority’s 2016 Measure B Bicycle and Pedestrian Education and Encouragement Program
DA N Consent Calendar
Adopt Resolution No. 25-### Approving the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Salary Schedule to comply with the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) Statutory and Regulatory Requirements for Compensation and Publicly Available Salary Schedules
DP N Consent Calendar
Adopt a Resolution Overruling Protest Regarding Brush Abatement GGL Y Public Hearing Adoption of the FY 25/26 Budget DP N Unfinished
Business
Introduction and Waiver of First Reading of Ordinance No. NS-###, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Monte Sereno Amending Municipal Code Section

12.03.020.A to Reduce the Number of Youth Commissioners GGL N New Business
Appointment of 2025-2026 Youth Commissioners GGL N New Business July 1, 2025
July 15, 2025
Meetings Cancelled
August 5, 2025 Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar

Monte Sereno City Council
2025 Tentative Council Meeting Calendar
Updated: October 16, 2025

Council Meeting
Date
Agenda Item Staff Public
Hearing?
Agenda
Category
Adoption of Ordinance NS-246, and Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Monte Sereno Amending the Municipal Code Section 12.03.020.A and 12.03.020 to Decrease the Number of Youth Commissioners and Amend the Appointment Process
DP N Consent Calendar
Adopt a Resolution Confirming a Weed Abatement Report and Assessment List to be Entered on the Tax Assessment Roll
GGL Y Public Hearing
Consider and Appoint One (1) Additional Member to the 2025-2026 Monte Sereno Youth Commission
GGL N Unfinished
Business
Consideration of Nominees Citizen of the Year Award GGL N New Business League of California Cities Annual Conference Voting Delegate GGL N New Business Discuss Potential Police Service Parcel Tax Ballot Measure DP N New Business Appointment to Fill One Vacancy on the Monte Sereno Site and Architectural Commission for an Unexpired Term Ending December 31, 2026 GGL N New Business
Consider and Approve City Council Committee/Commission Reassignments for Calendar Year 2025
DP N New Business
Consider the Opportunity for up to two Monte Sereno Residents to Participate in the 2025-2026 Leadership Los Gatos Program
DP N New Business
Consider and Accept the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Financial Audit Report DP N New Business Consider Approval of Updated Job Descriptions DP N New Business August 19, 2025 Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Consider Amending Resolution 25-3936 to Increase the Number of Youth Commissioners for the 2025-2026 School Year from Seven to Nine GGL N Consent Calendar
FY 24-25 Pavement Improvement Project Acceptance DA N Consent Calendar Application 2025-3034 for a Site Development Permit for a single-story addition of approximately 829 square feet and a second-story addition of approximately 1,289 square feet and a Variance application for reduced side yard setback of 22 feet where 25 feet is required at 17951 Saratoga Los Gatos Road. (CEQA:

Exempt, Guidelines sections 15302, 15303)
DP Y Public Hearing
Application 2025-3042 for a Tentative Parcel Map to subdivide one lot into two lots at 15541 Palos Verdes Drive. (CEQA: Exempt, Guidelines sections 15315) DP Y Public Hearing
Consider and Appoint Three (3) Additional Members to the 2025-2026 Monte GGL N Unfinished

Monte Sereno City Council
2025 Tentative Council Meeting Calendar
Updated: October 16, 2025

Council Meeting
Date
Agenda Item Staff Public
Hearing?
Agenda
Category
Sereno Youth Commission Business
Selection of Vice Mayor to Fill the Recently Vacated Position DP N New Business Filling the Vacant Council Seat DP N New Business
Consider Establishment of and Appointment to the Monte Sereno City Council Potential Police Service Parcel Tax Ad Hoc Committee
DP N New Business
Update on the City Council Adopted Goal to Improve Wildfire Prevention and Preparedness and Provide any Direction to Staff
DP N New Business
City Manager’s Quarterly Report DP N New Business
September 2, 2025 Finance Reports Warrant list DP N Consent Calendar Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Discuss Civic Engagement / Building Community DP N Unfinished Business
Consideration of a Letter of Opposition to SB 707 (Durazo) Open Meetings:

Meeting and Teleconference Requirements
DP N New Business
Receive the Informational Update from the Improving Finance Controls and Reporting Ad Hoc Committee
DP N New Business
September 16, 2025 Interview and Appointment to Fill Vacant City Councilmember Seat DP N New Business Special Meeting
September 16, 2025 County Sales Tax Ballot Measure N Presentation Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Proclamation recognizing September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month GGL N New Business October 7, 2025 Santa Clara County Fire Department Semi-Annual Public Safety Report Fire N Presentation Fire District Overview Fire N Presentation
Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar

Monte Sereno City Council
2025 Tentative Council Meeting Calendar
Updated: October 16, 2025

Council Meeting
Date
Agenda Item Staff Public
Hearing?
Agenda
Category
Consideration to Authorize the City Manager to Execute the Second Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with AIM Engineering Consultants, Inc. for Public Works/City Engineering Consulting.

DP N Consent Calendar
Consideration to Authorize the City Manager to Execute First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Metropolitan Planning Group (M-Group) for Planning Department Professional Services
DP N Consent Calendar
Discuss Civic Engagement / Building Community DP N Unfinished Business
Consider and Approve City Council Committee/Commission Reassignments for Calendar Year 2025
DP N New Business
October 21, 2025 Los Gatos Monte Sereno Police Department Semi-Annual Report Police N Presentation Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Introduction of an Ordinance to Review/Reconsider projects that require a Planning Department Site Development Permit
DP Y Public Hearing
City Manager’s Quarterly Report DP N New Business
November 4, 2025 Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar
Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Adoption of an Ordinance to Review/Reconsider projects that require a Planning Department Site Development Permit
DP N Consent Calendar
Acceptance Report for Pavement Improvement DA N Consent Calendar Building Code Adoption Intro DP Y Public Hearing
Update Report from Ad Hoc on Ballot Measure N New Business Review of the Council Policy for Regulations and Guidelines for the Conduct of Public Meetings
DP N New Business
Hwy 9 Trees DP N New Business
Commission that allows public participation DP N New Business November 18, 2025 Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar

Monte Sereno City Council
2025 Tentative Council Meeting Calendar
Updated: October 16, 2025

Council Meeting
Date
Agenda Item Staff Public
Hearing?
Agenda
Category
Adoption of Building Code DP N Public Hearing
Safety Element Adoption DP N Unfinished
Business
December 2, 2025 Finance Reports Warrant list N Consent Calendar Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Better Street Commission & S&A Applicants GGL N New Business Youth Commission Report GGL N New Business
Consider Approval of Updated Job Descriptions DP N New Business December 16, 2025 Finance Reports DP N Consent Calendar Meeting Minutes GGL N Consent Calendar
Declaring Weeds a Public Nuisance GGL N Consent Calendar Supplemental Law Enforcement Service Fund (SLESF) GGL N Consent Calendar Consider and Set City Council Meeting Dates for 2026 GGL N New Business Council Nomination of Mayor and Vice Mayor DP N New Business Recognition of Outgoing Betters Streets Commissioners and Site and Architectural Commissioners
DP N New Business
Committee/Commission Assignments for CY2026 DP N New Business