City Council
Meeting Minutes
Mark Turner - Mayor
Marilyn Librers - Mayor Pro Tem
Soraida Iwanaga - Council Member
Yvonne Martínez Beltrán - Council Member
Miriam Vega - Council Member
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
5:30 p.m. Closed Session
6:00 p.m. Regular Session, Continued to 6:30 p.m.
Council Chamber Building
17555 Peak Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
SPECIAL/REGULAR MEETING
A special meeting of the City Council was called at 5:30 p.m. for the purpose of conducting a closed session.
SPECIAL MEETING
5:30 p.m. Closed Session
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Turner called the City Council meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE
Deputy City Clerk Rossi called the roll.
PRESENT Mark Turner, Marilyn Librers, Soraida Iwanaga, Yvonne Martinez Beltran, Miriam Vega
ABSENT None
Council Member Martinez Beltran joined the meeting at 5:56 p.m. and participated under AB 2449, just cause.
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2 DECLARATION OF POSTING AGENDA
Deputy City Clerk Rossi declared the posting of the agenda.
CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Larkin announced the closed session item.
Threat to Public Services or Facilities (§ 54957)
Consultation with: Morgan Hill Police Department, Chief of Police
OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION
Public comment opened at 5:30 p.m. With no requests to speak, public comment closed.
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
The meeting adjourned to closed session at 5:30 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting convened at 6:31 p.m.
SILENT INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PROCLAMATIONS
Donate Life Month
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Mayor Turner shared that the OV Toros soccer program was recently selected to join MLS Next, a highly competitive national youth league, marking a significant milestone.
He shared that this recognition places the program, the Outdoor Sports Complex, and the City of Morgan Hill on the national stage, while also creating opportunities for local players to connect with colleges and pursue collegiate soccer. He noted that the OV Toros are now recognized among the top soccer clubs in Northern California and are the only club from south of San Jose to Santa Barbara accepted into MLS Next, marking a notable achievement for the community.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Turner shared the City’s Summer Camp Expo is scheduled for April 11 at Railroad Park and encouraged families to explore seasonal recreation opportunities.
She also shared that the City partnered with the nonprofit Our City Forest, resulting in the planting of over 70 trees throughout the City, including along Monterey Road and April 1, 2026
3 near Butterfield Park. She noted that many resources were donated, and additional support was provided by City staff. She reminded the Community that the next regular City Council meeting will be held on April 15.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
City Attorney Larkin shared that the Council met in closed session earlier in the evening and there was no reportable action.
OTHER REPORTS
Mayor Pro Tem Librers shared that she attended a Cal Cities Community Services Policy Committee meeting, where discussions focused on how cities can support childcare.
Council Member Iwanaga shared that she attended the Santa Clara Valley Water District Water Resources Committee meeting with Council Member Vega, highlighting an engaging discussion on recycled water and noting the importance of considering future water reuse needs, particularly in preparation for drought conditions.
Council Member Vega welcomed her students in attendance from Salinas. She shared her participation in meetings related to the Upper Llagas Creek and Anderson Dam projects and the Santa Clara Valley Water District Water Resources Committee, highlighting ongoing discussions on expanding recycled water use.
Council Member Martinez Beltran shared her attendance at an ABAG meeting, a Cal Cities Housing Policy meeting, and a Labor Council brunch.
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Public comment opened at 6:43 p.m. The following people were called to speak:
Tere Johnson
Chris Robell
With no further requests to speak, public comment closed.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
MOTION:
Adopting the agenda as posted.
RESULT: Passed
MOVER: Council Member Vega
SECONDER: Council Member Iwanaga
AYES: Mayor Turner, Mayor Pro Tem Librers, Council Member Iwanaga, Council Member Martinez Beltran, Council Member Vega
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
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4 CONSENT CALENDAR
Items appearing on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion. Pursuant to City Council Policies and Procedures (CP 97-01), any member of the Council or public may request to have an item removed from the Consent Calendar for comment and action.
MOTION:
Approving consent calendar items 1 through 5.
RESULT: Passed
MOVER: Council Member Iwanaga
SECONDER: Council Member Vega
AYES: Mayor Turner, Mayor Pro Tem Librers, Council Member Iwanaga, Council Member Martinez Beltran, Council Member Vega
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
1. APPROVE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH RENAISSANCE ENTREPRENEURSHIP CENTER
Recommendation:
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute and administer the Second Amendment to the professional services agreement with the Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center for an additional amount of $75,000, for a total not-toexceed amount of $125,000, and extending services for an additional one-year term.
2. APPROVE THE MARCH 18, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Recommendation:
Approve the March 18, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes.
3. AWARD EAST DUNNE SEWER UPSIZE PROJECT
Recommendation:
1. Approve the East Dunne Sewer Upsize Project Plans and Specifications;
2. Award contract to SubTerra Construction, Inc. for the East Dunne Sewer Upsize Project in the amount of $1,086,465.50;
3. Authorize expenditure of construction contingency funds not to exceed $250,000; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute and administer the construction contract with SubTerra Construction, Inc.
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5 4. AWARD 2026 SEWER INFLOW AND INFILTRATION PROJECT
Recommendation:
1. Approve 2026 Sewer Inflow and Infiltration Project Plans and Specifications;
2. Award contract to Casey Construction, Inc. for the 2026 Sewer Inflow and Infiltration Project in the amount of $1,720,419;
3. Authorize expenditure of construction contingency funds not to exceed $250,000; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute and administer the construction contract with Casey Construction, Inc.
5. RECEIVE MONTHLY BUDGET UPDATE AND FEBRUARY 2026 FINANCIAL
AND INVESTMENT REPORTS
Recommendation:
Receive and file reports.
OTHER BUSINESS
6. PROVIDE DIRECTION REGARDING COMMUNITY FUNDING REQUESTS Recommendation:
1. Review applications submitted for FY 2026-27 funding cycle; and
2. Provide staff direction on funding awards to be incorporated within the City’s FY 2026-27 Operating Budget.
Public Services Director Ghione and Community Services Supervisor Martin provided a presentation and report.
Public comment opened at 7:21 p.m. The following people were called to speak:
Doug Muirhead
Nick Gaich
Mattie Scariot
With no further requests to speak, public comment closed.
MOTION:
Motion failed for lack of a second.
RESULT: Failed
MOVER: Council Member Martinez Beltran
SECONDER: None
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6 AYES: None
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION:
Approving recommended actions.
RESULT: Passed
MOVER: Mayor Pro Tem Librers
SECONDER: Council Member Vega
AYES: Mayor Turner, Mayor Pro Tem Librers, Council Member Iwanaga, Council Member Vega
NAYS: Council Member Martinez Beltran
ABSTAIN: None
7. ADOPT RESOLUTIONS CALLING FOR A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, CONSOLIDATING
ELECTION SERVICES WITH THE COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA REGISTRAR
OF VOTERS, AND PLACING A MEASURE ON THE BALLOT TO CHANGE
THE ELECTIVE CITY TREASURER POSITION TO AN APPOINTIVE
POSITION.
Recommendation:
1. Adopt Resolution A calling for a General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to elect a Mayor, one Council Member from District B, and one Council Member from District D;
2. Adopt Resolution B requesting the services of the Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Clara and the Registrar of Voters Office - and the Consolidation of the Election; and
3. Adopt Resolution C placing a measure on the ballot to change the elective City Treasurer Position to an appointive position.
City Clerk/Public Information Officer Bigelow provided a report.
Public comment opened at 7:50 p.m. With no requests to speak, public comment closed.
MOTION:
Approving the recommended actions.
RESULT: Passed
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7 MOVER: Council Member Iwanaga
SECONDER: Council Member Vega
AYES: Mayor Turner, Mayor Pro Tem Librers, Council Member Iwanaga, Council Member Martinez Beltran, Council Member Vega
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
8. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE
EXISTING LOAN AGREEMENT WITH EDEN HOUSING AND A GRANT
AGREEMENT CONTRIBUTING $800,000 FROM THE HOUSING MITIGATION FUND FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AT THE SKEELS PROJECT-17305
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Recommendation:
1. Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute, subject to City Attorney review, an amendment to the existing loan for the Skeels Project, extending the term by 20 years and allowing future surplus cash to be retained in a replacement reserve account for ongoing capital improvements; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute, subject to City Attorney review, a grant agreement with Eden Housing in an amount not to exceed $800,000 from the Housing Mitigation Fund (Fund 236) for capital improvements, including roof replacement, water and sewer line upgrades, and new showers.
Housing and Economic Mobility Director Lang provided a report.
Public comment opened at 8:07 p.m. The following people were called to speak:
Manuel Salazar
Sally Casas
With no further requests to speak, public comment closed.
MOTION:
Approving recommended items.
RESULT: Passed
MOVER: Mayor Pro Tem Librers
SECONDER: Council Member Martinez Beltran
AYES: Mayor Turner, Mayor Pro Tem Librers, Council Member Iwanaga, Council Member Martinez Beltran, Council Member Vega
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
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8 9. CONTINUED DISCUSSION OF FISCAL SUSTAINABILITY
Recommendation:
Receive the report on revenue enhancement and cost-containment strategies to be incorporated into the upcoming biennial budget and review the proposed next steps for evaluating potential revenue measures for a November 2028 ballot.
City Manager Turner and Finance Director Nguyen provided a presentation and report.
Public comment opened at 8:53 p.m. The following people were called to speak:
Doug Muirhead
Chris Robell (Zoom)
With no further requests to speak, public comment closed.
Report received.
FUTURE COUNCIL INITIATED AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Vega requested a discussion on inclusive housing ordinances.
Council Member Vega requested a discussion on public parking and street markings.
Council Member Iwanaga requested a discussion on downtown traffic speed enforcement.
Council Member Martinez Beltran requested a discussion on reviewing coming up city contracts.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Turner adjourned the meeting at 9:18 p.m.
Minutes Prepared by:
Vicky Rossi, Deputy City Clerk