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MAYOR ELMER MARTÍNEZ SABALLOS APPROVED MINUTES
VICE MAYOR KAIA EAKIN
COUNCIL MEMBER ISABELLA CHU 1017 MIDDLEFIELD ROAD
COUNCIL MEMBER JEFF GEE REDWOOD CITY, CA
COUNCIL MEMBER DIANE HOWARD
COUNCIL MEMBER MARCELLA PADILLA
COUNCIL MEMBER CHRIS STURKEN
JOINT CITY COUNCIL/
SUCCESSOR AGENCY/
PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING
Monday, May 11, 2026 6:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Martínez Saballos called the meeting to order at 6:04 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL - Council Members Chu, Gee, Howard, Padilla, Sturken, Vice Mayor Eakin and Mayor Martínez Saballos.
Staff Present: City Manager Patrick Heisinger, City Clerk Yessika Castro and City Attorney Veronica Ramirez.
3. NOTIFICATION OF MEETING PARTICIPATION BY TELECONFERENCE DUE TO JUST CAUSE PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 54953.8.3
None.
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Council Member Howard led the pledge of allegiance.
5. PRESENTATIONS/ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
5.A. Proclamation recognizing Affordable Housing Month
The following organizations accepted the proclamation:
• Eden Housing
• First Community Housing
• Habitat for Humanity
• HEART
• HIP Housing
• Housing Choices
• Housing Leadership Council
• Mental Health Association
• MidPen
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• Sand Hill
5.B. Proclamation recognizing the FIFA World Cup 26™
Regional Coordinator of AYSO 1 Redwood City Mark Evans and Vice President of Event Production for the Bay Area Host Committee Derek Cummings accepted the proclamation and shared their remarks.
6. PUBLIC COMMENT ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR, MATTERS OF COUNCIL INTEREST AND
ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
The following members of the public provided comments:
• Evelyn Weaver
• Rakshith Mandayam
• Mark Ho
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion and second, Howard and Sturken , to approve all items on the Consent Calendar, passed unanimously by electronic vote.
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 (301) Reso 16402
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 (303)
Recommendation:
By motion, reject the subject claim.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
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7.C. Investment report for the period ending March 31, 2026 (501)
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 (304)
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 (304)
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 (304) Reso 16403
Recommendation:
Adopt a resolution approving amendments to the Affordable Housing Preservation Program Guidelines and revised template loan documents for the _____________________________________________________________________________________________ JOINT CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY BOARD/ May 11, 2026 PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES PAGE 4
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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 (301) Ord. 2560
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 (301)
7.I. Approve claims and checks from May 11, 2026 to May 18, 2026 and the usual and necessary payments through May 18, 2026 (303)
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
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 (401) Reso 16404
City Manager Patrick Heisinger gave remarks and thanked the Housing t eam – Housing Leadership Manager Alin Lancaster, Deputy City Attorney Lolita Fernandes, Housing Management Analyst Victor Gaitan, Housing and Economic Development Specialist Madiha Haque , and Housing Management Analyst Leigh Macalino for coordinating the agenda items for this meeting.
Housing Leadership Manager Alin Lancaster introduce d the item, and Housing Management Analyst Victor Gaitan gave the presentation.
Mayor Martínez Saballos opened the public hearing.
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The following members of the public provided comments:
• Denise A.
• Amelia Garibay
• Clara Jaeckel
• Guillermina Hernandez
• William Gomez
• Lorena
• Jack Thompson
• Teresa Berumen
• Jennyfer Nube
• Jeff Schabowski
Mayor Martínez Saballos closed the public hearing.
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)
Motion and second, Eakin and Howard, to:
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.
The motion passed 4-3 with Chu, Gee, and Padilla opposed.
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8.B. Program Year 2026 Annual Action Plan for the federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program (404) Reso 16405
Housing Leadership Manager Alin Lancaster g ave an introduction, and Housing and Economic Development Specialist Madiha Haque gave the presentation.
Mayor Martínez Saballos opened the public hearing.
The following members of the public provided comments:
• Juan Molina
• Melanie Favre
• Cade Cannedy
Mayor Martínez Saballos closed the public hearing.
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)
Motion and second, Martínez Saballos and Gee to:
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.
The motion passed unanimously by electronic vote.
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9. STAFF REPORTS
9.A. Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for new affordable housing construction – funding recommendations (400) Reso 16406
Housing Leadership Manager introduced the item , and Housing Management Analyst Leigh Macalino gave the presentation.
The following members of the public provided comments:
• Kai Stockwell
• Mollie Naber
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)
Motion and second, Martínez Saballos and Eakin to:
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.
The motion passed unanimously by electronic vote.
9.B. Downtown Library Parking Lot B: Potential affordable housing redevelopment (703)
Deputy City Manager Jennifer Yamaguma and City consultant Jim Simon from RSG Solutions gave presentations.
The following members of the public provided comments:
• Nicholas Kennen
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• Michael Arruza
• Dylan Finch
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)
Motion and second, Sturken and Howard to extend the meeting to 11:15 p.m., passed 6-1 by electronic vote, with Padilla opposed.
Motion and second, Gee and Howard, to direct staff to develop a process of community engagement outreach and Council priority setting for parcel development which will lead into the surplus land act action and an RFP for affordable housing non -profit developers. The motion passed unanimously by electronic vote.
10. NOTIFICATION TO CITY COUNCIL
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)
This is an informational item only. No Council action was taken.
11. MATTERS OF COUNCIL INTEREST
11.A. City Council Member Report of Conferences Attended
Council Member Howard reported on the following:
• May 9 Pride and Beautification Committee’s annual spring cleanup • April 28 Assembly Budget Sub-committee meeting with Assemblymember _____________________________________________________________________________________________ JOINT CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY BOARD/ May 11, 2026 PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES PAGE 9
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Papan and San Mateo County leaders to secure Vehicle License Fee (VLF) funding
Council Member Chu reported on the May 1 tour of the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant.
11.B. City Council Committee Reports
A. Transportation/Mobility Sub-Committee
Council Member gave an update.
B. Personnel Sub-Committee
Mayor Martínez Saballos gave an update.
C. Ad Hoc Committee on Special Events
Council Member Padilla gave an update.
11.C. City Manager (Oral) Update
City Manager Patrick Heisinger reported on the following:
• May 6 Belmont-Redwood Shores School District (BRSSD)/City of Belmont/City of Redwood City 2x2x2 meeting, where the Council was invited to tour the Silicon Valley Clean Water facility.
12. ADJOURNMENT – Mayor Martínez Saballos adjourned the meeting at 11:14 p.m.
Respectfully submitted.
Yessika Castro, City Clerk, CMC, CPMC
Approved at the May 18, 2026 City Council meeting