Elmer Martínez Saballos, Mayor
Kaia Eakin, Vice Mayor
Isabella Chu, Council Member
Jeff Gee, Council Member
Diane Howard, Council Member
Marcella Padilla, Council Member
Chris Sturken, Council Member
MEETING LOCATION
CITY OF REDWOOD CITY
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1017 Middlefield Road
Redwood City, CA 94063
www.redwoodcity.org
Virtual via Zoom:
https://redwoodcity.zoom.us/j/99481825639
Meeting ID: 994 8182 5639
JOINT CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Monday, May 11, 2026
6:00 PM
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AGENDA MATERIALS:
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AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT:
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THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WILL CONCLUDE BY 11:00 P.M. UNLESS OTHERWISE EXTENDED BY COUNCIL VOTE
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Led by Council Member Howard
4. NOTIFICATION OF MEETING PARTICIPATION BY TELECONFERENCE DUE TO JUST CAUSE PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 54953.8.3
5. PRESENTATIONS/ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
5.A. Proclamation recognizing Affordable Housing Month
5.B. Proclamation recognizing the FIFA World Cup 26™
6. PUBLIC COMMENT ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR, MATTERS OF COUNCIL INTEREST
AND ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
7. CONSENT CALENDAR Page 7
7.A. Raising and display of the World Cup flag in recognition of the FIFA World Cup 26™ taking place in the San Francisco Bay Area
Recommendation:
Adopt a resolution authorizing the raising and display of the FIFA World Cup 26™ flag as part of the May 12, 2026, Regional Flag Raising Event and for the duration of the FIFA World Cup 26™.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
7.B. Rejection of general liability claim by Vilma Valdes of V&V Bros RVS and Trailers, LLC
Recommendation:
By motion, reject the subject claim.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
7.C. Investment report for the period ending March 31, 2026 Recommendation:
By motion, approve the City's investment report for the period ending March 31, 2026.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
7.D. Purchase of one (1) Vac-Con dual engine combination jet/vacuum sewer cleaner to replace end of life equipment
Recommendation:
By motion, approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Purchase Agreement to purchase one (1) Vac-Con Dual Engine Combination Jet/Vacuum Sewer Cleaner in the amount of $741,501 from Municipal Maintenance Equipment, Inc. of Sacramento, CA.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
7.E. Purchase of six Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles from Towne Motor Company dba Towne Ford Sales in the total amount of $366,488 to replace end of life equipment
Recommendation:
By motion, approve and authorize the City Manager or their designee to execute the purchase of six Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles in the total amount of $366,488 from Towne Motor Company dba Towne Ford Sales of Redwood City, CA.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
7.F. Amendments to the Affordable Housing Preservation Program Guidelines and Template Loan Documents
Recommendation:
Adopt a resolution approving amendments to the Affordable Housing Preservation Program Guidelines and revised template loan documents for the Program and authorizing the City Manager or their designee to award funding to eligible projects consistent with the Guidelines.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
7.G. Adoption of an ordinance establishing one Entertainment Zone in downtown Redwood City
Recommendation:
Waive the second reading and adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 33B of the Redwood City Municipal Code to establish an Entertainment Zone on the 2000 block of Broadway and the cross-section of Redwood Creek between Broadway and the Main Street Parking Lot (Broadway Pedestrian Mall) consistent with Senate Bill 969 as codified in California Business and Professions Code Section 25692 and miscellaneous related changes.
CEQA:
Categorically Exempt - Class 4. Minor alterations to land
7.H. Approve April 27, and May 4, 2026 City Council Minutes
7.I. Approve claims and checks from May 11, 2026 to May 18, 2026 and the usual and necessary payments through May 18, 2026
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS Page 259
8.A. Tenant Protection Ordinance Administrative Regulations and Fair Rate of Return Appeal Guidelines and adoption of the Relocation Assistance Administrative Fee and Fair Rate of Return Appeal Fees
Recommendation:
1. Adopt a resolution adopting the Relocation Assistance Administrative Fee and the Fair Rate of Return Appeal Fee pursuant to the City’s Tenant Protection Ordinance (Attachment A); and
2. By motion, confirm the Tenant Protection Ordinance Administrative Regulations and Fair Rate of Return Appeal Guidelines presented by staff and to be adopted by the City Manager.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
8.B. Program Year 2026 Annual Action Plan for the federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Recommendation:
1. Adopt a resolution approving the Program Year 2026 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds; certifying that the City has followed its adopted Community Participation Plan; and authorizing City Manager to submit an application for CDBG funds and execution and filing of all documents pertaining thereto; and
2. By motion, authorize the City Manager to execute funding agreements with the organizations identified in the Program Year 2026 Annual Action Plan.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
9. STAFF REPORTS Page 477
9.A. Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for new affordable housing construction – funding recommendations
Recommendation:
1. Adopt a resolution conditionally awarding $12,326,460 in the form of a permanent loan(s) to Rise City Apartments;
2. Conditionally awarding $5,000,000 in the form of a $500,000 predevelopment and a $4,500,000 permanent loan to the 1580 Maple Street Project; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute loan documents and other necessary documents, any subsequent amendments or modifications and take actions necessary to effectuate the loans for the projects.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
9.B. Downtown Library Parking Lot B: Potential affordable housing redevelopment Recommendation:
By motion, direct staff to follow the proper Surplus Land Act procedure for the Downtown Library Parking Lot B (1016 Middlefield Road) and prepare a request for proposals (RFP) to solicit redevelopment proposals from qualified developers for further evaluation, including a potential mixed-use project with affordable housing, limited office space for City use, and preservation of public parking.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
10. NOTIFICATION TO CITY COUNCIL Page 512
10.A. Notification of parcel map approval in City Council agenda for 502 Edgewood Road
Recommendation:
Notification of parcel map approval in City Council agenda for 502 Edgewood Road.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
11. MATTERS OF COUNCIL INTEREST
11.A. City Council Member Report of Meetings and Conferences Attended
11.B. City Council Committee Reports
A. Transportation/Mobility Sub-Committee
B. Personnel Sub-Committee
C. Ad Hoc Committee on Special Events
11.C. City Manager (Oral) Update
12. ADJOURNMENT - The next City Council meeting is scheduled for May 18, 2026