CITY OF PITTSBURG
AGENDA
FEBRUARY 2, 2026
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER
65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA
CLOSED SESSION
6:00 PM
REGULAR MEETING
7:00 PM
CITY COUNCIL
PITTSBURG ARTS AND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
PITTSBURG POWER COMPANY
SOUTHWEST PITTSBURG GEOLOGIC HAZARD ABATEMENT DISTRICT II
SUCCESSOR AGENCY
PRESIDING
Mayor/Chair • Dionne Adams
Vice-Mayor/Chair • Angelica Lopez
Council Member/Board Member • Juan Antonio Banales
Council Member/Board Member • Arlene Kobata
Council Member/Board Member • Jelani Killings
FOR HOUSING AUTHORITY
Housing Authority Member • S.L. Floyd
Housing Authority Member • Annie Hill Herring
Pittsburg City Council regular meetings are held the first and third Mondays of each month at 7:00 p.m. The Housing Authority meets in conjunction with the City Council on the third Monday of each month. The Pittsburg City Council meets regularly in the Council Chamber at 65 Civic Avenue, unless otherwise noted above. The City Council also sits as the Board of Directors of several other City agencies. The stipends for all agency members conform to state statutes governing compensation amounts. All other Agencies meet on an as needed basis and will be listed above if applicable. Copies of the open session agenda packets, which are distributed to the City Council, are on file in the office of the City Clerk, 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, California, and are available for public inspection, beginning 72 hours in advance, during normal business hours (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except from noon to 1:00 p.m. and City holidays). The agenda and reports are also located on the City’s website at www.p ittsburgca.gov. Additionally, if any reports or documents, which are public records, are distributed to the City Council less than 72 hours before the meeting, those reports and documents will also be available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s Off ice and on the day of the meeting in the Council Chamber at the public counter area below the dais.
AUDIENCE REMARKS
The Audience Remarks period is for the public to comment on any items scheduled to be heard during the Closed Session portion of the meeting, if applicable.
6:00 PM - CONVENE IN CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Section 54956.9(d)(2) Number of cases: one
On Dec. 3, 2025, the City received a confidential personnel complaint alleging unlawful discrimination, which constitutes a significant exposure of litigation against the City
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS Pursuant to Section 54957.6 City designated representative: Darin E. Gale, City Manager Unrepresented employees: Senior Executive Team
7:00 PM - CONVENE IN OPEN SESSION FOR REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRESENTATIONS
3. Axon Body Worn Camera Translation Update
4. Presentation on the Brown Act including Senate Bill 707 Amendments
PROCLAMATIONS
The standing proclamation(s) were published as part of the agenda. The proclamation(s) will be posted on the City's website and social media accounts as appropriate.
5. Th!nk Pittsburg - Fiya Spice
6. Black History Month
CITY MANAGER REPORTS/REMARKS
The City Manager may make brief announcements or informal comments at this time and brief the Council on items of interest. (No Action Required)
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Members of the audience who wish to address the City Council or Agency Boards on issues that are not scheduled for the agenda and on any items listed as part of the Consent Calendar should complete a Speaker's Card available at the dais.
Please read the card carefully in order to fill out the card properly. Submit the completed card to the City Clerk before the item is called, preferably before the meeting begins. Individuals will be given three minutes to address the Council unless additional time is allowed as provided for spokespersons. Prior to speaking, each member of the public shall state their name and business and City of residence in a clear and audible tone of voice. (No Action Required)
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council Members may make a report on their committee assignments at this time. (see attached list of adhoc committees and other public agencies in which Council members participate). (No Action Required)
CONSIDERATION
7. Adoption of a City Council Resolution Accepting the Plans and Specifications, Allocating Additional Funds, Amending CIP Budget, and Awarding Project 4067- 2025/26 CDBG ADA Curb Ramp Installation
Project 4067- 2025/26 CDBG ADA Curb Ramp Installation (Project) will construct 34 curb ramps in the neighborhoods located near Crestview Drive between Hillsdale Drive and Sunnyhill Way. Adoption of this resolution will allocate additional funds, amend CIP Budget, accept the Project plans and specifications, and award a construction contract to Modernscapes Innovations.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT
City Council/Agency Members may make any conflict of interest declarations pertaining to Consent Calendar items at this time.
COMBINED CITY COUNCIL, PITTSBURG ARTS AND COMMUNITY
FOUNDATION, PITTSBURG POWER COMPANY, SOUTHWEST PITTSBURG
GHAD II AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY CONSENT CALENDAR
8. Minutes of January 20, 2026
9. Adoption of a City Council Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract with Network Design Associates, Inc. for Barracuda Cybersecurity Software Subscription and Managed Services
The item authorizes the use of previously approved State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) funds to procure Barracuda’s Cybersecurity Software Subscription and Managed Services solution from Network Design Associates, Inc. This service provides 24/7 Security
Operations Center monitoring, managed endpoint detection and response, network and server protection, cloud risk management, and email security to significantly enhance the City’s overall cybersecurity posture.
10. Adoption of a City Council Resolution Accepting Project 3023 – Willow Pass Road Storm Drain Repair as Complete and Authorizing the City Engineer to File a Notice of Completion
Project 3023-Willow Pass Road Storm Drain Repair (Project), repaired damage related to the 2022/23 winter storm season. The Project removed existing pipes and installed a new box culvert. This resolution will accept the construction contract as complete and authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion.
11. Adoption of a City Council Resolution Authorizing the Allocation of $3,551,824 of East Contra Costa Regional Fee and Financing Authority Funds to Project 2019 - BART Pedestrian and Bicycle Connectivity
On October 6, 2025, City Council authorized the execution of a reimbursement agreement between East Contra Costa Regional Fee and Financing Authority (ECCRFFA) and the City of Pittsburg to fund improvements on California Avenue as part of Project 2019 - BART Pedestrian and Bicycle Connectivity (Project). This resolution will authorize allocation of the ECCRFFA funds to the Project.
12. Adoption of a Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation Resolution Replacing the Authorized Signatories at Mechanics Bank
Due to staffing changes, the Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation (PACF) propose to replace the names of the authorized signatories for its Mechanics Bank account.
13. Adoption of a Pittsburg Power Company Governing Board Resolution Authorizing a Budget Amendment and Authorizing General Counsel to Execute First Amendment to Outside Counsel Services Agreement with Braun Blaising & Wynne, P.C.
Pittsburg Power Company (PPC) General Counsel proposes a first amendment to an Outside Counsel Services Agreement (“Agreement”) with the law firm Braun Blaising & Wynne, P.C. to increase the compensation to a not-to-exceed amount of $250,000 for specialized legal services for municipal electric and gas utility initiatives (the “First Amendment”).
COUNCIL REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Members may request items to be considered for future agendas. An item will only be brought forward with a majority vote and will appear on a future agenda with staff recommendations for further Council consideration.
COUNCIL MEMBER REMARKS
Council Members may make brief announcements or informal comments at this time. (No Action Required)
ADJOURNMENT TO FEBRUARY 17, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
GENERAL INFORMATION
Copies of the open session agenda packets, as distributed to the City Council, are on file in the office of the City Clerk, 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, California, and are available for public inspection, beginning 72 hours in advance, during normal business hours (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except City holidays). Full agenda packets are also located on the City’s website at www.pittsburgca.gov. If any reports or documents, which are public records, are distributed to the City Council less than 72 hours before the meeting, those reports or documents will be available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s Office and on the day of the meeting in the Council Chamber at the public counter area below the dais.
SPEAKER’S CARD
Members of the audience who wish to address the City Council on issues that are not scheduled for the agenda and on any items listed as part of the agenda should complete a Speaker’s Card available at the dais. Please read the card carefully in order to fill out the card properly. Submit the completed card to the City Clerk before the item is called, preferably before the meeting begins. Individuals will be given up to three minutes to address the Council unless additional time is allowed as provided for spokespersons. Speakers are not permitted to yield their time to another speaker. Prior to speaking, each member of the public shall state their name and business and City of residence in a clear and audible tone of voice. Pursuant to the Brow n Act, no action may be taken by the City Council on items not already scheduled on the agenda; however, the City Council may refer your comments/concerns to staff or request that the item be placed on a future agenda.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Persons who wish to speak on Public Hearings listed on the agenda will be heard when the Public Hearing is opened, except on Public Hearing items previously heard and closed to public comment. After the public has commented, the item is closed to public comment and brought to the Council/Agency level for discussion and action. Further comment from the audience will not be received unless requested by the Council/Agency.
There is a 90-day limit for the filing of a challenge in the Superior Court to certain City administrative decisions and orders which require a hearing by law, the receipt of evidence, and the exercise of discretion. The 90-day limit begins on the date the decision is final (Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6). Further, if you challenge an action taken by the City Council in court, you may be limited, by California law, including but not limited to Government Code Section 65009, to raising only those issues you or someone else raised in the public hearing, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council prior to or at the public hearing. The City Council may be requested to reconsider a decision if the request is made prior to the next City Council meeting, regardless of whether it is a regular or special meeting.
NOTICE TO THE DISABLED AND VISUALLY OR HEARING IMPAIRED In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Pittsburg will provide special assistance for disabled residents. Upon request, an agenda for any meeting shall be made available in appropriate alternative formats. The Council Chamber is equipped with sound amplifier units for use by the hearing impaired. The units operate in conjunction with the Chamber’s sound system. You may request the sound amplifier from the City Clerk for personal use during Council meetings. If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, or are requesting a specially formatted agenda, please contact the City Clerk at (925) 252 -4850. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the Cit y to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting or provide the requested agenda format. (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II)
DISRUPTIVE CONDUCT
The Council requests that you observe the order and decorum of our Council Chamber by turning off or setting to vibrate all cellular telephones and electronic devices, and that you refrain from making personal, impertinent, or slanderous remarks. Boisterous and disruptive behavior while the Council is in session, and the display of signs in a manner which violates the rights of others or prevents others from watching or fully participating in the Council meeting, is a violation of our Municipal Code and any person who engages in such conduct can be ordered to leave the Council Chamber by the Mayor.
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City Council Agency/Liaison/Subcommittee Assignments as of January 20, 2026
OUTSIDE AGENCY BOARDS COUNCIL MEMBER(S) TYPE MEETS TIME STAFF ABAG Dionne Adams / Jelani Killings (Alt.) Standing Annual M. Aliotti Delta Diablo* Jelani Killings / Arlene Kobata (Alt.) Standing 2nd Wednesday 4:30 PM J. Samuelson East Co. Co. County Habitat Conservancy Arlene Kobata / Juan Banales (Alt.) Standing 4th Monday (Bi-Monthly) 2:00 PM J. Davis East County Water Management Juan Banales / Jelani Killings (Alt.) Standing Bi-Annual 1:00 PM J. Samuelson MCE Clean Energy Board Arlene Kobata / Angelica Lopez (Alt.) Standing 3rd Thursday 6:30 PM J. Davis TRANSPLAN / ECCRFFA Juan Banales / Dionne Adams (Alt.) Standing 2nd Thursday 6:30 PM J. Samuelson Tri-Delta Transit (2 reps)** Angelica Lopez & Dionne Adams / Jelani Killings (Alt.) Standing 4th Wednesday 4:00 PM J. Samuelson
LIASISON COUNCIL MEMBER(S) TYPE MEETS TIME STAFF
East Bay League of California Cities Jelani Killings / Dionne Adams (Alt.) Standing 3rd Thursday M. Aliotti Green Empowerment Zone Arlene Kobata / Jelani Killings (Alt.) Standing 3rd Friday (Bi-Monthly) 9:30 AM J. Davis Los Medanos Health Advisory Committee Arlene Kobata & Jelani Killings Ad Hoc As needed M. Aliotti Mayor’s Conference Jelani Killings / Dionne Adams (Alt.) Standing 1st Thursday 6:30 PM M. Aliotti Pittsburg Police Activities League (PAL) Arlene Kobata & Angelica Lopez / Dionne Adams (Alt.) Standing Monthly S. Albanese School Districts Committee (2x2) Jelani Killings & Angelica Lopez / Juan Banales (Alt.) Standing Quarterly M. Aliotti
SUBCOMMITTEES COUNCIL MEMBER(S) TYPE MEETS TIME STAFF
Community and Economic Development Jelani Killings & Dionne Adams / Angelica Lopez (Alt.) Standing 2nd Wednesday 5:30 PM J. Davis Data Center and Hydrogen Jelani Killings & Juan Banales Ad Hoc As needed J. Davis Development Agreement Jelani Killings & Dionne Adams Ad Hoc As needed J. Davis Finance Management Juan Banales & Jelani Killings / Dionne Adams (Alt.) Standing 3rd Friday 5:00 PM M. Aliotti Infrastructure and Transportation Juan Banales & Dionne Adams / Angelica Lopez (Alt.) Standing 4th Thursday 5:30 PM J. Samuelson Tenant Protections Juan Banales & Angelica Lopez Ad Hoc As needed S. Bellafronte Life Enrichment Dionne Adams & Arlene Kobata / Jelani Killings (Alt.) Standing 3rd Wednesday 5:30 PM K. Simonton Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation Jelani Killings & Angelica Lopez Standing As needed K. Simonton Public Safety Juan Banales & Angelica Lopez / Arlene Kobata (Alt.) Standing 1st Wednesday 5:30 PM S. Albanese *Stipend of $170 per month
** Stipend of 100 per month
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
February 2026
WHEREAS, February has been designated as Black History Month and 2026 marks a century of national commemorations of Black History; and WHEREAS, according to the Associ ation for the Study of A frican American Life and History the theme for this year is “A century of Black History Commemorations”; and WHEREAS, the 100th theme explores the impact and meaning of Black history and life commemorations in transforming the status of Black peoples in the modern world; and WHEREAS, as part of the global African diaspora, pe ople of African descent in the United States have viewed their role in history as critical to their own development and that of the world; and
WHEREAS, to understand the modern world , especially nations w here Black peoples form a signi ficant population, one must grapple with the impact that the public o bservances have had on the past and the present; and
WHEREAS, past and present efforts make February the month when Black history finds its way not simply into the schools of the American nation, but also into cultural heritage sites such as museums, libraries, parks, workplaces, houses of wor ship, and homes across the land and the oceans; and
WHEREAS, this o bservance affords the special opportunity to become more knowledgeable about milestones in the struggle of p eople of Af rican descent to gain their freedom and equality.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Dionne Adams, Mayor, on behalf of the entire City Council of the City of Pittsburg, do hereby proclaim the month of February 2026 to be Black History Month in our community and encourage all residents to celebrate our diverse heritage and culture.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Alice E. Evenson, City Clerk
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Dionne Adams, Mayor
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 2, 2026
TO: Mayor and Council Members
FROM: Darin E. Gale, City Manager
John Samuelson, Public Works Director/City Engineer
Savon Reese, Associate Engineer
SUBJECT: Adoption of a City Council Resolution Accepting the Plans and Specifications, Allocating Additional Funds, Amending CIP Budget, and Awarding Project 4067- 2025/26 CDBG
ADA Curb Ramp Installation
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Project 4067- 2025/26 CDBG ADA Curb Ramp Installation (Project) will construct 34 curb ramps in the neighborhoods located near Crestview Drive between Hillsdale Drive and Sunnyhill Way. Adoption of this resolution will allocate additional funds, amend CIP Budget, accept the Project plans and specifications, and award a construction contract to Modernscapes Innovations.
FISCAL IMPACT
The anticipated total expenditure for the Project is $299,954, which includes design, construction award, contingency, and construction support services. Funding will be provided by $279,954 from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) previously allocated to the Project as part of the CDBG Annual Action Plan adoption. To fully fund the project, an additional $20,000 allocation from Measure J is requested with this resolution. A budget amendment is recommended to increase project expenditures by a total of $40,604 with $20,604 funded by CDBG and $20,000 funded by Measure J.
The updated CIP Project Sheet is attached to this Staff Report.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council adopt the attached Resolution allocating additional funds in the amount of $20,000 from Measure J, amending CIP Budget, accepting the Project plans and specifications, and authorizing the City Manager to execute a construction contract with
Modernscapes Innovations for $244,565 (base bid plus alternate 1).
Staff also recommends that the City Council allocate a construction contingency in the amount of $24,456 for any unanticipated costs and contract change orders.
Staff further recommends that the City Engineer be authorized to approve contract change orders for the Project in a total amount not to exceed 50% of the construction contingency, and the City Manager be authorized to approve change orders in an amount not to exceed the approved Project budget.
BACKGROUND
On July 7, 2025, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 25-14641, approving the Community Development Block Grant 2025/26 Annual Action Plan and the CDBG subcommittee recommendation authorizing funding for the Project in the amount of $279,954. When CIP Budget was approved in August 2025, the project had $259,350 of CDBG funding allocation.
On December 4, 2025, staff advertised the Project for construction bids, Modernscapes Innovations was the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
SUBCOMMITTEE FINDINGS
This item was not presented to a subcommittee meeting.
STAFF ANALYSIS
Installation of curb ramps at targeted subdivisions will effectually improve access to public transportation, schools, businesses, and other community facilities for pedestrians, the mobility impaired, and physically challenged persons.
Sealed bids for this project were opened on January 8, 2026. Twelve bids were received, base bid plus alternate 1 ranged from $244,565 to $491,728. The lowest bid is below the engineer’s estimate. The low bid submitted by Modernscapes Innovations has been checked for arithmetical errors, completeness, and conformance with the bid requirements.
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution
CIP Project Sheet
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURG
In the Matter of:
Accepting the Plans and Specifications, )
Allocating Additional Funds and ) RESOLUTION NO. 26- Awarding Project 4067-2025/26 )
CDBG ADA Curb Ramp Installation )
WHEREAS, Project 4067- 2025/26 CDBG Curb Ramp Installation (Project) will construct 34 curb ramps in the neighborhoods located near Crestview Drive between Hillsdale Drive and Sunnyhill Way; and
WHEREAS, on July 7, 2025, City Council adopted Resolution No. 25-14641, approving the Community Development Block Grant 2025/26 Annual Action Plan and the CDBG subcommittee recommendation authorizing funding for the Project in the amount of $279,954; and
WHEREAS, on December 4, 2025, staff advertised the Project for construction bids; and
WHEREAS, on January 8, 2026, twelve construction bids were received, and Modernscapes Innovations was the lowest responsive, responsible bidder with an amount of $244,565 (base bid plus alternate 1).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Pittsburg hereby accepts the plans and specifications, awards a construction contract to Modernscapes Innovations in an amount of $244,565, allocates an additional $20,000 from Measure J to the Project, authorizes a contingency in the amount of $24,456, authorizes the City Engineer to approve contract change orders in an amount not to exceed 50% of the contingency, and authorizes the City Manager to approve change orders for an amount not to exceed the approved Project budget.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Pittsburg hereby amends Capital Improvement Program Budget by increasing project expenditures by $40,604 funded by CDBG grant of $20,604 and by Measure J of $20,000.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Pittsburg at a regular meeting on the 2nd day of February 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
___________________
Dionne Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________
Alice E. Evenson, City Clerk
City of Pittsburg 2025/26 – 2029/30 Capital Improvement Program
Project Title: Project #:
2025/26 CDBG ADA Curb Ramp Installation Project 406 7
Description/Justification:
This project is for the construction of multiple curb ramps where there were none or out of ADA compliance ramps in various neighborhoods.
Supplemental Information:
Funding Source: HUD CDBG Grant.
Project Category: Roadway Infrastructure
Location: Various locations around the City
Project Manager: S. Reese
Project Priority: 1C – Essential
Project Status: Construction
Est. Completion
Date:
2025/26
Combined Agency/City Council Minutes Page 1 of 4 January 20, 2026
CITY OF PITTSBURG
CITY COUNCIL/AGENCY CONCURRENT MEETING MINUTES
DATE: January 20, 2026
LOCATION: Council Chamber, City Hall, 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565
CITY COUNCIL/AGENCY MEMBERS
Dionne Adams, Mayor/Chair
Angelica Lopez, Vice-Mayor/Chair
Juan Antonio Banales, Council/Agency Member
Arlene Kobata, Council/Agency Member
Jelani Killings, Council/Agency Member
S.L. Floyd, Agency Member
Annie Hill Herring, Agency Member
APPOINTED OFFICIALS
Darin Gale, City Manager/Executive Director
Donna Mooney, City Attorney/Legal Counsel
Alice E. Evenson, City Clerk/Agency Secretary (elected) Nancy Parent, City Treasurer (elected)
Mayor Adams called the regular meeting to order at 7:22 P.M. in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 65 Civic Avenue Pittsburg, CA. after having convened at 6:33 P.M. for the following Closed Session items:
1. HOUSING AUTHORITY CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED
LITIGATION
Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Section 54956.9(d)(4) Number of cases: one
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Section 54956.9(d)(2) Number of cases: one
City Manager Gale stated there were no reportable actions taken in Closed Session.
ROLL CALL
All Members were present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Adams led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENTATIONS
3. Presentation from Los Medanos College on Economic Impact Report
Combined Agency/City Council Minutes Page 2 of 4 January 20, 2026
PROCLAMATIONS
4. Think Pittsburg – Paulo’s Sausage
5. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
6. Human Trafficking Awareness Month
CITY MANAGER REPORTS/REMARKS
City Manager Gale provided comments regarding the MLK event hosted by Souljah’s Pittsburg. He invited the community to participate in the City Council Strategic Planning Workshop scheduled for Saturday, January 24, at 9:00 a.m. at the Marina Center. He als o recognized Recreation staff for their prompt response to an emergency during Open Gym.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Sonja Shephard, Pittsburg invited the community to a healthy homes event on January 28, 2026, from 6-8 P.M. in Antioch.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
There were no Committee Reports.
Mayor Adams noted for the record that item # 14 on the consent calendar would be pulled for discussion and voted on separately.
COMBINED CITY COUNCIL AND PITTSBURG POWER COMPANY CONSIDERATION
10. Adoption of a City Council Resolution to Accept Grant Funds from The Barack Obama Foundation for Use as Part of the My Brother’s Keeper Pittsburg Initiative
Kay Maher, Brentwood provided comments in support of the My Brother’s Keeper Pittsburg Initiative.
On Motion by Member Banales, seconded by Member Kobata and adopted unanimously.
11. Adoption of a City Council Resolution for Consideration to Hire a CalPERS Retired Annuitant in Accordance with Government Code Sections 7522.56, 21221(h) and 21224
On Motion by Member Banales, seconded by Member Kobata and adopted unanimously
Mayor Adams paused following item #11 to acknowledge the Recreation leaders present in the Chamber on a school night and thanked them for their work in transforming the Marina Center gym with a New Years theme for the Mayor’s Conference hosted by the City of Pittsburg.
City Manager Gale also expressed appreciation to staff for their roles in preparing a successful Mayor’s Conference.
Combined Agency/City Council Minutes Page 3 of 4 January 20, 2026
12. Adoption of Pittsburg Power Company Resolutions Authorizing the Executive Director to:
1) Negotiate and Execute a Contract with the Contra Costa Workforce Development Board to Receive Workforce Opportunity and Investment Act Funds for Calendar Year 2026; 2 ) Execute an Agreement with Open Opportunities, Inc. for Case Management and Day-to-Day Supervision of the Future Build Pre -Apprenticeship Program; and 3) Execute a Second Amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement with Dunbar & Associates for Admi nistrative and Oversight Services
On Motion by Member Banales, seconded by Vice Mayor Lopez and adopted unanimously
CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT
There were no Conflict-of-Interest Statements.
COMBINED CITY COUNCIL, PITTSBURG ARTS AND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION,
PITTSBURG POWER COMPANY, SOUTHWEST PITTSBURG GHAD II AND SUCCESSOR
AGENCY CONSENT CALENDAR
On Motion by Member Lopez, seconded by Member Killings to approve the Consent Calendar Minus item # 14 and adopted unanimously.
13. Minutes of December 15, 2025
15. Adoption of a City Council Minute Order to Re-Appoint an Incumbent to the Mosquito and Vector Control District
16. Adoption of a City Council Resolution Authorizing an Agreement with BKF Engineers, Inc. for the Design of Project 3039 Pittsburg-Antioch Highway Widening
17. Adoption of a City Council Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Consulting Services Agreement with Nichols Consulting Engineers, Chtd. for California Environmental Quality Act Analysis and Permitting for Project 3039 – Pittsburg-Antioch Highway Widening
18. Adoption of a City Council Resolution Authorizing an Agreement with Francisco and Associates for Assessment Engineering and Consulting Services in the Landscaping and Lighting Assessment Districts
19. Adoption of a City Council Resolution Establishing the Maximum Number of Condominium Conversions for Calendar Year 2026, in Accordance with Section
17.44.070 of the Pittsburg Municipal Code
20. Adoption of a City Council Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the First Amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement with NHA Advisors LLC
14. Adoption of a City Council Minute Order to Amend the 2026 City Council Committee Assignments
Member Killings asked for clarification as to which committee assignments list would be adopted. Clerk Venenciano offered a copy of the edited list that had been emailed to everyone prior to the meeting.
Combined Agency/City Council Minutes Page 4 of 4 January 20, 2026 On Motion by Mayor Adams, seconded by Member Banales and adopted unanimously.
COUNCIL REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
There were no requests for future agenda items.
COUNCIL MEMBER REMARKS
Mayor Adams congratulated two Pittsburg businesses for winning the East Bay Economic Development Alliance 2026 Innovation Award. Bishop Wisecarver won the award in the Manufacturer category and Blue Planet System won the award in the Built Environment Category.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:39 P.M. to February 2, 2026.
Respectfully submitted,
Alice E. Evenson, City Clerk
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 2, 2026
TO: Mayor and Council Members
FROM: Darin E. Gale, City Manager
Maria M. Aliotti, Assistant City Manager
Sunil Gopala, Deputy Director IT Operations
SUBJECT: Adoption of a City Council Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract with Network Design
Associates, Inc. for Barracuda Cybersecurity Software
Subscription and Managed Services
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The item authorizes the use of previously approved State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) funds to procure Barracuda’s Cybersecurity Software Subscription and Managed Services solution from Network Design Associates, Inc. This service provides 24/7 Security Operations Center monitoring, managed endpoint detection and response, network and server protection, cloud risk management, and email security to significantly enhance the City’s overall cybersecurity posture.
FISCAL IMPACT
The total cost for a three-year subscription to Barracuda’s cybersecurity software and managed services is $116,686.76, which includes a 3-year subscription for managed endpoint detection and response, network and server protection, cloud risk management, and email security.
Item Amount
3-year subscription for Barracuda managed endpoint
detection and response, network protection, server
protection, cloud risk management, and email security.
$116,686.76
Total: $116,686.76
Funding will be provided through the SLCGP award of $250,000 previously accepted by City Council under Resolution No. 25-14603.
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the Resolution and authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Network Design Associates, Inc. for Barracuda Cybersecurity Software Subscription and Managed Services in the amount of $116,686.76.
BACKGROUND
The City of Pittsburg was awarded a $250,000 SLCGP grant through the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), Homeland Security, and Emergency Management Branch to strengthen the City’s cybersecurity resilience. On February 18, 2025, the City Council authorized acceptance of these funds under Resolution No. 25-14603.
The grant supports initiatives that enhance threat detection, incident response, and recovery capabilities to improve overall cybersecurity posture.
SUBCOMMITTEE FINDINGS
This item was not presented to the subcommittee.
STAFF ANALYSIS
Due to the increasing cyber threats targeting municipal systems and sensitive data, strengthening the City’s cybersecurity posture is essential to ensure operational continuity and compliance with state and federal security standards. These threats include ransomware, phishing, and unauthorized access attempts, which pose significant risks to critical infrastructure and public services.
To address these risks, staff evaluated quotes for three distinct cybersecurity software solutions from different vendors, considering critical factors such as scope of coverage, technical capabilities, alignment with SLCGP objectives, implementation support, and total cost of ownership.
Barracuda’s cybersecurity solution, quoted by Network Design Associates, Inc., was selected because it provides the most comprehensive coverage at the lowest overall cost.
The managed service includes endpoint, network, server, email, and cloud security monitoring, combined with automated threat response and 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) support. This combination of technical capability, cost efficiency, and operational support makes Barracuda’s cybersecurity software and managed services the best fit for the City’s cybersecurity strategy. The solution aligns with the City’s IT goals and State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) priorities by addressing current vulnerabilities and strengthening resilience against evolving cyber threats. The attached quotation along with the City's purchase order constitute the contract. The
attached quotation is redacted to mitigate risk, as disclosing our security software and tools could enable attackers to exploit specific systems.
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution
Sales Quotation from Network Design Associates, Inc.
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURG
In the Matter of:
Authorizing the City Manager to Execute )
A Contract with Network Design )
Associates, Inc. for Barracuda ) RESOLUTION NO. 26- Cybersecurity Software Subscription and )
Managed Services )
WHEREAS, on February 18, 2025, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 25- 14603, authorizing acceptance of $250,000 in State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) funds through the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) to strengthen the City’s cybersecurity resilience; and
WHEREAS, the grant supports initiatives that enhance threat detection, incident response, and recovery capabilities to improve overall cybersecurity posture; and
WHEREAS, staff reviewed proposals and quotes from three qualified vendors and determined that Network Design Associates, Inc. offered the most comprehensive coverage at the lowest overall cost; and
WHEREAS, Barracuda’s Managed Extended Detection and Response solution includes endpoint, network, server, email, and cloud security monitoring, integrated with automated threat response and 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) support; and
WHEREAS, the total cost for a three-year subscription to Barracuda Managed services is $116,686.76, which will be fully funded through the SLCGP grant award accepted by City Council under Resolution No. 25-14603.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Pittsburg that the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute a contract with Network Design Associates, Inc. for Barracuda Cybersecurity Software Subscription and Managed Services in the amount of $116,686.76.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Pittsburg at a regular meeting on the 2nd day of February 2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
___________________
Dionne Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________
Alice E. Evenson, City Clerk
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STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 2, 2026
TO: Mayor and Council Members
FROM: Darin E. Gale, City Manager
John Samuelson, Public Works Director/City Engineer
Savon Reese, Associate Engineer
SUBJECT: Adoption of a City Council Resolution Accepting Project 3023 – Willow Pass Road Storm Drain Repair as Complete and
Authorizing the City Engineer to File a Notice of Completion
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Project 3023-Willow Pass Road Storm Drain Repair (Project), repaired damage related to the 2022/23 winter storm season. The Project removed existing pipes and installed a new box culvert. This resolution will accept the construction contract as complete and authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion.
FISCAL IMPACT
The total expenditures for the Project, including design, staff time, construction, release of retention, and project close out are projected to be $509,000. The Project is funded by $800,000 out of General Fund Surplus (Fund 110).
Any unspent funds pertaining to the Project will be de-obligated and returned to the source fund.
An updated CIP Project Sheet is attached to this report.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the attached Resolution accepting the Project as complete and authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion.
BACKGROUND
The 2022/23 winter storm season was notably severe, bringing intense rain and strong winds, resulting in extensive storm impacts.
On June 19, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 23-14326, allocating funds to several emergency repair projects, including $800,000 of General Fund Reserves to the Project.
In December 2022, two 48-inch reinforced concrete pipes separated at the top joints, which resulted in exfiltration upwards and subsequent damage to the roadway along Willow Pass Road. The damage was temporarily repaired; however, a permanent solution was necessary.
Advertising for the Project began on September 12, 2024, and construction bids were opened on October 3, 2024.
On October 21, 2024, the City Council approved Resolution No. 24-14553, awarding a construction contract to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Kroeker Inc., in the amount of $375,798. On January 09, 2026, the contractor completed construction of the Project.
SUBCOMMITTEE FINDINGS
This item was presented to the City Council at a Special Meeting CIP Workshop on May 15, 2023, and the finance subcommittee on May 19, 2023.
STAFF ANALYSIS
Project 3023, Willow Pass Storm Drain Repair, has repaired the storm damage from the 2022/23 storms and will mitigate the effects of future storm events.
During construction, there were a total of two contract change orders that resulted in a combined deduction of $11,684.95 for a total contract amount of $364,113.05.
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution
CIP Project Sheet
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURG
In the Matter of:
Accepting Project 3023, Willow Pass )
Road Storm Drain Repair as Complete ) RESOLUTION NO. 26- And Authorize the City Engineer to File )
A Notice of Completion )
WHEREAS, Project 3023, Willow Pass Road Storm Drain Repair (Project) replaced two damaged storm drain lines with a new box culvert; and
WHEREAS, on June 19, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 23-14326, allocating $800,000 of General Fund Reserve to the Project; and
WHEREAS, advertising for the Project began on September 12, 2024, and construction bids were opened on October 3, 2024; and
WHEREAS, on October 21, 2024, City Council approved Resolution No. 24-14553, awarding a construction contract to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Kroeker Inc., in the amount of $375,798; and
WHEREAS, on January 09, 2026, the contractor completed the Project; and
WHEREAS, the total expenditures for the Project, including design, construction, and staff costs are projected at $509,000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Pittsburg hereby accepts the Project as complete and authorizes the City Engineer to execute a Notice of Completion and file said document with the Office of the Recorder of the County of Contra Costa, State of California, within 10 days from the date hereof.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Pittsburg at regular meeting on the 2nd day of February 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
___________________
Dionne Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________
Alice E. Evenson, City Clerk
City of Pittsburg 2025/26 – 2029/30 Capital Improvement Program
Project Title: Project #:
Willow Pass Storm Drain Permanent Repair 3023
Description/Justification:
The location of work is the north shoulder of Willo w Pass Road between 701 Willow Pass Road and Nantuc ket Drive. During the heavy winter storms of 2022/23, two 48-inch reinforced co ncrete pipes separated at the joints at the top, ca using exfiltration upwards and damaging the roadway along Willow Pass Road. An emergency temporary repair was completed to minimize damage. A permanent solution is necessary to complete the repair.
Supplemental Information:
Resolution 23-14326 allocated General Fund Reserve to Emergency Repair Projects because of the 2022/23 Winter Storm Season.
Project Category: Underground Infrastructure
Location: Willow Pass Road
Project Manager: S. Reese
Project Priority: 1A – Essential
Project Status: Complete
Est. Completion Date: 2025/26
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 2, 2026
TO: Mayor and Council Members
FROM: Darin E. Gale, City Manager
John Samuelson, Public Works Director/City Engineer
SUBJECT: Adoption of a City Council Resolution Authorizing the Allocation of $3,551,824 of East Contra Costa Regional Fee and Financing Authority Funds to Project 2019 - BART
Pedestrian and Bicycle Connectivity
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On October 6, 2025, City Council authorized the execution of a reimbursement agreement between East Contra Costa Regional Fee and Financing Authority (ECCRFFA) and the City of Pittsburg to fund improvements on California Avenue as part of Project 2019 - BART Pedestrian and Bicycle Connectivity (Project). This resolution will authorize allocation of the ECCRFFA funds to the Project.
FISCAL IMPACT
This action will authorize allocation of $3,551,824 of ECCRFFA funds to the Project for the cost of improvements to California Avenue. These improvements were originally funded through a combination of State and Federal grants, Local Traffic Mitigation Fees, Measure J, and Measure M. This allocation will allow the City to construct landscaping restoration improvements along Railroad Avenue to repair damage caused by the Project.
The ECCRFFA allocation will release Local Traffic Mitigation Fees, Measure M and a portion of Measure J to be used for other public works projects. This adjustment will be part of the CIP program update planned for spring 2026.
An updated CIP sheet is attached.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council adopt the attached resolution authorizing the allocation of $3,551,824 of ECCRFFA funds to Project 2019 – BART Pedestrian and Bicycle Connectivity.
BACKGROUND
On March 4, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution 24-14440, accepting the plans and specifications and awarding a contract for Project construction.
On June 12, 2025, the ECCRFFA Board of Directors approved Resolution 25/07 authorizing the Program Manager to negotiate and execute an ECCRFFA standard Reimbursement Agreement with the City to reimburse the City $3,551,824 for ECCRFFA’s share of the California Avenue project.
On October 6, 2025, the City Council adopted Resolution 25-14685, authorizing the execution of a reimbursement agreement with ECCRFFA for the Project.
SUBCOMMITTEE FINDINGS
This item was presented to the Infrastructure and Transportation Subcommittee on May 22, 2025.
STAFF ANALYSIS
ECCRFFA collects a uniform regional development impact fee for projects of regional significance. This list is comprised of projects submitted by each member agency and approved by the ECCRFFA Board. These projects become eligible for funding once they are classified as a priority project and added to the ECCRFFA Strategic Plan.
The ECCRFFA project list includes a project to widen California Avenue from 2-lanes to 4-lanes from Railroad Avenue to Loveridge Road. The section of California Avenue from Harbor Street to Loveridge Road has previously been completed, leaving the section between Railroad Avenue and Harbor Street.
As part of the Project, California Avenue was widened to three lanes and a class I bicycle and pedestrian pathway was constructed on the south side. City staff submitted a request to receive reimbursement from ECCRFFA for the California Avenue related improvements of the Project in exchange for considering the California Avenue Widening project as complete.
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution
Updated CIP Sheet
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURG
In the Matter of:
Authorizing the Allocation of $3,551,824 )
Of East Contra Costa Regional Fee and )
Financing Authority Funds to Project 2019) RESOLUTION NO. 26 – BART Pedestrian and Bicycle )
Connectivity )
WHEREAS, on March 4, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution 24-14440, accepting the plans and specifications, and awarding a contract for construction of Project 2019 – BART Pedestrian and Bicycle Connectivity (Project); and
WHEREAS, on June 12, 2025, the East Contra Costa Regional Fee and Financing Authority (ECCRFFA) Board of Directors approved Resolution 25/07 authorizing the Program Manager to negotiate and execute an ECCRFFA standard reimbursement agreement with the City to reimburse the City $3,551,824 for ECCRFFA’s share of the Project on California Avenue; and
WHEREAS, on October 6, 2025, the City Council adopted Resolution 25-14685, authorizing the execution of a reimbursement agreement with ECCRFFA for the Project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Pittsburg authorizes the allocation of $3,551,824 of East Contra Costa Regional Fee and Financing Authority funds to Project 2019 – BART Pedestrian and Bicycle Connectivity.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Pittsburg at regular meeting on the 2nd day of February 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
___________________
Dionne Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________
Alice E. Evenson, City Clerk
City of Pittsburg 2025/26 – 2029/30 Capital Improvement Program
Project Title: Project #:
BART Pedestrian & Bicycle Connectivity 2019
Description/Justification:
The Project encompasses the installation of a Class II buffered bicycle lane along Railroad Ave nue from California Avenue to East 17th Street. This work will include slurry seal, and the installation of roadside signs and pavement striping and markings.
Additionally, a Class I path along the west side of Railroad Ave from State Route 4 (SR -4) to the Delta De Anza Regional Trail will be installed. Along the SR-4 East-bound on-ramp from the BART parking facility to Railroad Avenue, a Class I path will be installed along the north side of the adjacent properties within Caltrans right-of-way. These improvements will enhance safety and security within the BART vicinity. During the Bid Opening phase a dditional improvements such as “Alternate A” – The street and trail lighting along California Avenue and “Alternate D” – Railroad Avenue path lighting has been added to the project scope. Railroad Avenue’s beautification of the greenbelt is also included in this project. The greenbelt project includes upgrades to the landscape and irrigation system along the Railroad Avenue segment from State Route 4 (SR -4) to the Delta De Anza Regional Trail.
Supplemental Information:
Caltrans has relinquished to the City of Pittsburg a portion of S R-4 consisting of Class I bikeways south of California Avenue between Railroad Avenue and Harbor Street.
Federal/State Funding Sources: One Bay Area Grant 2 (OBAG2) ; Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Trail Facilities (PBTF Grant) ; Safe Routes to Bart (SR2B); Transportation Development Act (TDA Grant ); and East Contra Costa Regional Fee and Financing Authority (ECCRFFA).
PROJECT EXPENDITURES Prior 2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30 TOTAL 1101 Staff Time $91,439 $114,294 $96,000 $38,000 339,733$ 2122 Design $955,790 $5,425 $35,000 $15,000 1,011,215$
2281 Construction $5,990,885 $1,822,000 $430,000 8,242,885$ 2372 Administrative Overhead $88,235 $104,576 $96,000 $38,000 326,811$ TOTAL 1,135,464$ 6,215,180$ 2,049,000$ 521,000$ 9,920,644$ PROJECT FUNDING Prior 2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30 TOTAL Federal/State Funding $5,228,000 5,228,000$
303 Local TMF $3,225,000 $64,000 3,289,000$
204 Measure J $515,050 515,050$
111 Measure M $25,000 25,000$
$3,551,824 3,551,824$
TOTAL 8,993,050$ 3,615,824$ 12,608,874$
PROJECT FINANCING CURRENT PROPOSED
ECCRFFA
Project Category: Roadway Infrastructure
Location: Railroad Ave, California Ave, and Bliss
Ave
Project Manager: K. Labao
Project Priority: 1A – Essential
Project Status: Construction
Est. Completion Date: 2026/27
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 2, 2026
TO: Chair and Governing Board Members
FROM: Darin E. Gale, Executive Director
Maria M. Aliotti, Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT: Adoption of a Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation Resolution Replacing the Authorized Signatories at
Mechanics Bank
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Due to staffing changes, the Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation (PACF) propose to replace the names of the authorized signatories for its Mechanics Bank account.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact to replacing the names of the authorized signatories.
RECOMMENDATION
Governing Board of PACF adopt the resolution, replacing the names of the authorized signatories for its Mechanics Bank account.
BACKGROUND
PACF is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) corporation formed in 2009 for the purpose of providing assistance to the City related to literacy, visual and performing arts, cultural events, and community pride.
Mechanics Bank, a local bank, is the financial institution that PACF uses for its banking needs. Currently, the signatories for the Mechanics Bank account are Garrett Evans, former Executive Director, Paul Rodrigues, former Finance Director, and Laura Mendez, former Finance Manager.
SUBCOMMITTEE FINDINGS
This item was not discussed in a subcommittee.
STAFF ANALYSIS
Due to staffing changes, Mechanics Bank is requiring PACF to revise the list of authorized signatories through the adoption of a resolution by the Governing Board of PACF. The new list of authorized signatories will consist of Darin E. Gale, Executive Director, Elena Adair, Finance Director, and Melaine Venenciano, Director of City Clerk Services/Board Secretary.
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution
BEFORE THE GOVERNING BOARD OF THE PITTSBURG ARTS AND COMMUNITY
FOUNDATION OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURG
In the Matter of:
Replacing the Names of the ) RESOLUTION NO. 26-
Signatories at Mechanics Bank )
WHEREAS, the Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation (PACF) is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) corporation formed in 2009 for the purpose of providing assistance to the City related to literacy, visual and performing arts, cultural events, and community pride; and
WHEREAS, Mechanics Bank, a local bank, is the financial institution that PACF uses for its banking needs. Currently, the authorized signatories for the Mechanics Bank account are Garrett Evans, former Executive Director, Paul Rodrigues, former Finance Director, and Laura Mendez, former Finance Manager; and
WHEREAS, due to staffing changes, Mechanics Bank is requiring PACF to revise the list of authorized signatories by adoption of a resolution by the Governing Board of PACF.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Governing Board of the Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation hereby replaces the former authorized signatories with Darin E. Gale, Executive Director, Elena Adair, Finance Director, and Melaine Venenciano, Director of City Clerk Services/Board Secretary.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Governing Board of the Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation at a regular meeting on the 2nd day of February 2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
Dionne Adams, Chair
ATTEST BY:
Alice E. Evenson, Board Secretary
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 2, 2026
TO: Chair and Governing Board Members
FROM: Donna Mooney, General Counsel
SUBJECT: Adoption of a Pittsburg Power Company Governing Board Resolution Authorizing a Budget Amendment and
Authorizing General Counsel to Execute First Amendment to Outside Counsel Services Agreement with Braun Blaising & Wynne, P.C.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Pittsburg Power Company (PPC) General Counsel proposes a first amendment to an Outside Counsel Services Agreement (“Agreement”) with the law firm Braun Blaising & Wynne, P.C. to increase the compensation to a not-to-exceed amount of $250,000 for specialized legal services for municipal electric and gas utility initiatives (the “First Amendment”).
FISCAL IMPACT
The First Amendment will add $175,000 to the Agreement, which will be funded by the PPC budget. To accomplish this, staff is requesting a budget amendment to PPC Legal Services in this same amount, which will be funded out of PPC fund balance.
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the PPC Governing Board Resolution authorizing a Budget Amendment and General Counsel to execute the First Amendment to the Outside Counsel Services Agreement with the law firm Braun Blaising & Wynne, P.C.
BACKGROUND
PPC staff are currently working on large-scale municipal utility projects requiring specialized legal services. As such, General Counsel retained the law firm Braun Blaising & Wynne, P.C in July 2025, to provide specialized legal services for PPC, generally related to PPC’s expansion initiatives. The Agreement provided for $75,000 in compensation, the maximum authorized signing authority of the City Attorney/PPC
General Counsel in the City’s Contracting and Purchasing Ordinance (Pittsburg Municipal Code Chapter 2.85).
SUBCOMMITTEE FINDINGS
This item was not submitted to a subcommittee.
STAFF ANALYSIS
An increase of up to $175,000 in additional compensation will fund ongoing legal advice to PPC for potential municipal utility opportunities to facilitate economic development ATTACHMENTS: Resolution
First Amendment
BEFORE THE GOVERNING BOARD OF THE PITTSBURG POWER COMPANY
OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURG
In the Matter of:
Authorizing General Counsel to Execute )
First Amendment to Outside Counsel Services ) RESOLUTION NO. 26- Agreement with Braun Blaising & Wynne P.C. )
And Authorizing a Budget Adjustment )
WHEREAS, Pittsburg Power Company (PPC) General Counsel entered into an Outside Counsel Services Agreement (“Agreement”) with the law firm Braun Blaising & Wynne, P.C., on July 1, 2025, for specialized legal services regarding municipal electric and gas utility initiatives, with a maximum compensation of $75,000, the maximum authorized signing authority of the City Attorney/PPC General Counsel in the City’s Contracting and Purchasing Ordinance (Pittsburg Municipal Code Chapter 2.85); and
WHEREAS, PPC expects the need for additional legal work to continue in connection with potential municipal utility projects to aid economic development; and
WHEREAS, PPC General Counsel seeks to amend the Agreement to add $175,000 to the compensation accordingly.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Governing Board of the Pittsburg Power Company hereby authorizes General Counsel for PPC to execute the First Amendment to the Outside Counsel Services Agreement with the law firm Braun Blaising & Wynne, P.C.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Governing Board of the Pittsburg Power Company hereby authorizes a budget amendment to PPC Legal Services in the amount of $175,000, which will be funded by PPC fund balance.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Governing Board of the Pittsburg Power Company at a regular meeting on the 2nd day of February 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
_____________________
Dionne Adams, Chair
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Darin E. Gale, Executive Secretary
FIRST AMENDMENT TO
OUTSIDE COUNSEL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN
PITTSBURG POWER COMPANY AND BRAUN BLAISING SMITH WYNNE PC
This First Amendment to the Principal Agreement made and entered into on July 1, 2025, hereafter referred to as Agreement, between Braun Blaising & Wynne, P.C., a California professional corporation, therein referred to as Outside Counsel , and Pittsburg Power Company, a joint powers agency, therein referred to as PPC, is made and entered into on this 2th day of February, 2026.
WHEREAS, the parties executed the Agreement on July 1, 2025, and;
WHEREAS, the parties seek to amend the Agreement to increase the compensation.
NOW, THEREFORE, Outside Counsel and PPC do mutually agree as follows:
1. Compensation. Section 5 of the Agreement is hereby amended to read as follows:
PPC shall compensate Outside Counsel for the performance of the Services at the rates shown on Exhibit A. No attorney other than as named in Exhibit A is authorized to perform work for PPC. No other compensation for the Services will be allowed. Moreover, not more than Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000) shall be paid for services and reimbursable costs incurred under this Agreement. Outside counsel shall not bill PPC for duplicate services, i.e. services performed by more than one person.
2. Integration. This First Amendment contains the entire agreement between the parties with respect to its subject matter and supersedes whatever oral or written understanding they may have had prior to the execution of this First Amendment. This First Amendment shall not be amended or modified except by a written agreement executed by each of the parties. Except as specifically revised herein, all terms and conditions of the Agreement shall remain in full force and effect, and Outside Counsel shall perform all duties, obligations and conditions required under the Agreement.
3. Inconsistencies. In the event of any conflict or inconsistency between the provisions of this First Amendment and the Agreement, the provisions of this First Amendment shall control in all respects.
4. Ambiguities. The parties have each carefully reviewed this First Amendment and have agreed to each term of this First Amendment. No ambiguity shall be presumed to be construed against either party.
5. Counterparts. This First Amendment may be executed by the parties in one or more counterparts all of which collectively shall constitute one document and agreement.
6. Authority. The person signing this First Amendment for Outside Counsel hereby represents and warrants that he or she is fully authorized to sign this First Amendment on behalf of Outside Counsel.
Docusign Envelope ID: 4EA329D7-0B48-448B-91C6-558BCDD83CF5
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have entered into this First Amendment on the day and year first hereinabove appearing.
OUTSIDE COUNSEL:
BRAUN BLAISING & WYNNE, a California
professional corporation
By:
Scott Blaising, Principal/Shareholder
PPC:
PITTSBURG POWER COMPANY, a joint
powers agency
By:
Donna Mooney, General Counsel
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By:
Donna Mooney, General Counsel
Docusign Envelope ID: 4EA329D7-0B48-448B-91C6-558BCDD83CF5