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Special Meeting Agenda and Notice
Thursday, July 23, 2026
8:15 P.M.
Teleconference Location:
Council Member Catancio may be participating remotely from Crystal Gateway Marriott, 1700 Richmond Highway, Room 833, Arlington, Virginia.
One of the City Council Members is attending a conference out of the area. Due to State mandated noticing requirements, the Council Member will not participate in the regular City Council meeting. However, a special City Council meeting is being called so as to allow the Council Member to participate in some of the items that appear on the regular City Council agenda.
The agenda for this Special City Council meeting will include all agenda items on the regular City Council meeting agenda after the three public hearings.
In other words, during the regular City Council meeting the Council will review agenda items A through E and during the special City Council meeting the City Council will review agenda items F-J.
To minimize disruption and confusion, the second meeting (the Special City Council meeting) will start immediately after the first meeting (the regular City Council meeting).
The special meeting agenda has been noticed as required by law.
We apologize for any confusion this may cause.
The City Council will hold a hybrid meeting in the Council Chambers and virtually via Zoom.
How to observe the Meeting:
1. Cable Channel 26
2. YouTube Live stream
How to provide live Public Comment during the City Council Meeting:
1. Participate in the Council Chambers
2. Join remotely using
Zoom
.
Meeting ID: 874 6820 3347.
To request to speak, use the “raise hand” function in Zoom.
3. Join by
Phone
:
Dial
1-669-444-9171
.
Meeting ID: 874 6820 3347.
Press *9 to request to speak and *6 to unmute/mute.
How to submit written Public Comment:
Please submit email comments to the
[email protected]
by 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting, including the corresponding agenda item number. Comments will be shared with the City Council and made available for public viewing.
A.
ROLL CALL
B.
GENERAL BUSINESS / NON-CONSENT ITEMS
1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute the Second Amendment to the Park Agreement for the FMC Willow and Grand Park Project at 8787 Enterprise Drive (APNs 537-0852-001-08, 537-0852-002-009, & 092-0100-005).
2. Resolution to Amend the Affordable Housing Obligation Satisfaction Agreement for the Willow and Harbor Pointe Projects to Extend the Completion Deadline and Change the Affordability Unit Mix.
3. Adopt a Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Newark Calling An Election To Be Held On November 3, 2026, For Voter Consideration Of A Ballot Measure Seeking Voter Authorization To Repeal And Replace Chapter 5.04 Of The Newark Municipal Code To Amend The Current Business License Ordinance; Establishing Policies And Procedures In Connection With Such An Election; Requesting The Board Of Supervisors Of The County Of Alameda To Consolidate The Election With The General Election To Be Held On November 3, 2026; Requesting Certain Services Of The Registrar Of Voters Of Alameda County With Respect To The Consolidated General Municipal Election; And Providing For Submittal Of Ballot Arguments And Rebuttals And Authorizing The Filing Of An Impartial Analysis C.
CITY MANAGER UPDATES
D.
CITY COUNCIL MATTERS
City Council Members report on attendance at intergovernmental agency meetings, conferences, and seminars since the last meeting. City Council Members may also announce upcoming events and coordinate attendance; report on local events attended since the last meeting; and make brief comments on issues of concern.
1. Appoint Delegate/Alternates to the 2026 League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo E.
ADJOURNMENT
MEETING INFORMATION
Submit Written Public Comment
Please submit email comments to the
[email protected]
by 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting, including the corresponding agenda item number. Comments will be shared with the City Council and made available for public viewing.
Accessibility
This meeting is wheelchair accessible. For special accommodations, contact the City Clerk’s Office at (510) 578-4266 or [email protected]
at least 24 hours in advance.
Council Meeting Materials
Agenda packets are generally posted on the City website by the Friday before the meeting, and at least 72 hours before regular meetings or 24 hours before special meetings. Supplemental materials released later are available for public viewing at City Hall, 37101 Newark Boulevard, during regular business hours. City Council agendas are available at newarkca.gov/councilagendas
. Visit the Agenda Translation Webpage to view the agenda in your preferred language.
Policy on Telephonic/Internet Service Disruption (SB 707) The Council’s
policy
outlines procedures for handling disruptions to telephonic or internet service during meetings, including recess requirements and steps to restore access.
Certification of Meeting Notice and Agenda Posting
This notice and agenda were posted on the City’s website newarkca.gov/councilagendas
and at the City Hall bulletin board located at 37101 Newark Boulevard, Newark, CA, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting date, in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.
Mission Statement
Vision Statement
It is our mission to serve and partner with our community to continually enhance the quality of life of everyone in Newark.
We are a welcoming city…
…where it is safe to live, to play, and to raise children. …where diverse and energetic people strive to live in harmony. …that cherishes small town values and also enjoys being progressive. …where educational programs are available and first-rate. …where cultural and recreational opportunities are plentiful and spiritually enriching. …with residents filled with civic pride, social concerns, and community involvement. …with tree-lined streets and a diverse system of parks and open spaces. …where economy is strong and vital and provides jobs.
…where government is financially stable, accessible, and responsive. …that provides timely, accurate, and transparent communication. …that is well-planned, well-managed, and well-maintained.
SENIOR STAFF MEMBERS
David J. Benoun
City Manager
Lenka Hovorka
Assistant City Manager
Kristopher J. Kokotaylo
City Attorney
Steven Turner
Community Development Director
Jonathan Arguello
Police Chief
Krysten Lee
Finance Director
Brittney
Frye
Human Resources Director
Edwin Miranda
Chief Information Officer/Information Technology Director Howard Young
Public Works Director
Ryan Nishimoto
Alameda County Fire Department Deputy Chief
Neetu Salwan
City Clerk
Colleen Lettire
Communications and Public Engagement Manager
Roya Gonzalez
Recreation and Community Services Interim Director
Strategic Initiatives Manager