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RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA,
July 7, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
Community Services Building
440 Civic Center Plaza
Richmond, CA 94804
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A. SPECIAL OPEN SESSION TO HEAR PUBLIC COMMENT BEFORE CLOSED
SESSION
Mayor Martinez called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Soheila Bana, Jamelia Brown, Claudia Jimenez, Sue Wilson, Vice Mayor Doria Robinson, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez. Absent: Councilmember Cesar Zepeda arrived after the roll was called.
C. CLOSED SESSION
C.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (paragraph (1) of Subdivision [d] of Government Code Section 54956.9) Carle v. City of Richmond, Contra Costa County Superior Court Case No.
C24-03531
C.2 CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Government Code Section 54956.8)
Property: Miraflores property, South 45th Street
Agency Negotiator: Shasa Curl (City Manager), Lina Velasco (Community Development Director), Nannette Beacham (Economic Development Director Attorney)
Negotiating Parties: Acrire Holdings LLC
Under Negotiation: Price, Terms of Payment
C.3 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Government Code
Section 54957.6)
Agency Representatives: Sharrone Taylor, Jack Hughes, and Lisa Charbonneau
Employee organizations:
1. SEIU Local 1021 Full Time Unit and Part Time Unit
2. IFPTE Local 21 Mid-Level Management Unit and Executive Management Units
3. Richmond Police Officers Association RPOA
4. Richmond Police Management Association RPMA
5. IAFF Local 188
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6. Richmond Fire Management Association RFMA
D. PUBLIC COMMENT BEFORE CLOSED SESSION (limited to items on the Closed Session agenda only)
Cordell Hindler gave comments regarding favorable union negotiations.
E. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
Open Session adjourned at 5:03 p.m. Closed Session adjourned at 6:09 p.m.
F. REGULAR MEETING OF THE RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Mayor Martinez called the meeting to order at 6:13 p.m.
G. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Martinez led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
H. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Soheila Bana, Jamelia Brown, Claudia Jimenez, Sue Wilson, Cesar Zepeda, Vice Mayor Doria Robinson, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez. Absent:
None.
I. STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
None.
J. AGENDA REVIEW
City Clerk Pamela Christian stated that Item M.2. - Proclamation honoring Richmond SOL's Founder, Volunteer Coaches, Student Athletes, and Families was continued to the September 28, 2026, City Council meeting; Item O.7.a - Contract with Contra Costa County's Coordinated Outreach, Referral, and Engagement (CORE) for Homeless Outreach Services was withdrawn from the agenda by staff; Item P .1 - Ordinance Modifying Chapter 12.19 of the Richmond Municipal Code entitled " Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems" was continued to the July 21, 2026, City Council meeting by staff.
A motion was made as follows to move Item Q.8 - Richmond Government Accountability, Transparency, and Ethics Act (Richmond GATE Act) placing a ballot initiative on the November 2026 Ballot to adopt an ordinance that establishes an Independent Ethics Commission to be heard sooner.
Motion by Councilmember Cesar Zepeda
Seconded by Councilmember Jamelia Brown
Ayes (3): Councilmember Soheila Bana, Councilmember Jamelia Brown, and Councilmember Cesar Zepeda
Noes (4): Councilmember Claudia Jimenez, Councilmember Sue Wilson, Vice Mayor Doria Robinson, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez
Failed
K. REPORT FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY OF FINAL DECISIONS MADE
DURING CLOSED SESSION
C.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (paragraph (1) of Subdivision [d] of Government Code Section 54956.9) Carle v. City of Richmond, Contra Costa County Superior Court Case No. C24- 03531
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C.2 CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Government Code Section 54956.8)
Property: Miraflores property, South 45th Street
Agency Negotiator: Shasa Curl (City Manager), Lina Velasco (Community Development Director), Nannette Beacham (Economic Development Director Attorney)
Negotiating Parties: Acrire Holdings LLC
Under Negotiation: Price, Terms of Payment
C.3 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Government Code Section 54957.6)
Agency Representatives: Sharrone Taylor, Jack Hughes, and Lisa Charbonneau Employee organizations:
1. SEIU Local 1021 Full-Time Unit and Part Time Unit
2. IFPTE Local 21 Mid-Level Management Unit and Executive Management Units
3. Richmond Police Officers Association RPOA
4. Richmond Police Management Association RPMA
5. IAFF Local 188
6. Richmond Fire Management Association RFMA
Interim City Attorney Shannon Moore stated there were no reportable actions taken during Closed Session.
L. REPORT FROM THE CITY MANAGER (public comment allowed under Open Forum)
City Manager Shasa Curl presented the report, which included the following: 3rd of July Fireworks; Port of Richmond; Shields-Reid Park Grand Reopening; North Richmond Music Festival; and Fire Infrastructure and Facilities Community Survey.
L.1 NEW EMPLOYEE REPORT - 1st Tuesday
Human Resources Director Sharrone Taylor presented the report.
Link to the report: JUNE 2026 EMPLOYEE REPORT
M. COMMENDATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, AND PROCLAMATIONS
M.1 Honoring the Richmond Emergency Communications (EmComm¹) volunteers for their leadership and service, celebrating the installation of the City Hall emergency antenna, and declaring April 30, 2026, as "Richmond Emergency Communications Volunteer Day
PROCLAMATION honoring the Richmond Emergency Communications volunteers for their leadership and service, celebrating the installation of the City Hall emergency antenna, and declaring April 30, 2026, as "Richmond Emergency Communications V olunteer Day" - Councilmember Soheila Bana (510-672-3490).
This item was continued from the May 26, 2026, meeting.
The mayor and councilmembers presented the proclamation.
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There were no public comments.
M.2 Proclamation Honoring Richmond SOL’s Founder, Volunteer Coaches, Student Athletes, and Families
PROCLAMATION honoring Richmond Sports Outreach Leadership (SOL), its founder, volunteer coaches, student athletes, and families for creating a program across the City of Richmond that provides youth ages 4 through 18 with access to competitive and recreational athletic programs, positive opportunities, and pathways to success both on and off the field, while generating community pride and strengthening the fabric of our great City - Councilmember Soheila Bana (510-672-3490).
The item was continued to the September 28, 2026, City Council meeting.
N. OPEN FORUM FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
(public comment on items that remain on the Consent Calendar or items not on the agenda - limited to 2 minutes unless otherwise specified - Back and forth dialogue with the Council is prohibited)
Cordell Hindler gave comments about the importance of filling positions in the city.
Mike Villeggiante President Local 10, Gabriel Soloman, Frank Gaskin, Josh Anijer, Ed Henderson, Joaquin Antonio, Cailey Larmore, JR Singson, Dean Song, and Gina Villeggiante gave comments regarding the following: current C&H Sugar strike; code violations for storage of raw sugar; interference with collective bargaining; formally asked the council to obtain a report from the Environmental Protection Agency regarding potential sugar and coal contamination; and called for the immediate halt of the unloading of sugar at the Port of Richmond.
Kimberly Graves stated that Richmond police vehicles should be equipped with dashcams.
Don Gosney gave comments regarding the limitations being placed on speakers during city council meetings.
Travis Keeton gave comments regarding the conditions of city streets for individuals who use skateboards.
Claudia Citreon gave comments regarding issues with the city's spending priorities and that the police and fire departments should be supported.
Garland Ellis gave comments regarding the City Council making decisions for budgeting money for the fire department after the budget approval process was already passed.
Samantha Torres gave comments regarding the importance of youth sports and the need for more soccer fields in the city.
Mark Wassberg gave comments regarding democratic socialists.
Cesar Zepeda gave comments in support of the workers involved in the C&H sugar strike.
Julie Freestone gave comments via Zoom regarding the fireworks on the 4th of July.
City Manager Shasa Curl stated she would coordinate a meeting the next morning regarding the C&H Sugar strike, transport, and sugar storage matter.
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O. CITY COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR
(All items placed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and noncontroversial. These items will be enacted upon together with a motion and second, without discussion, of any member of the City Council, and each item shall be deemed to have received the action recommended.)
To approve all items on the consent calendar with the exception of Item O.7.a (Contract with Contra Costa County's Coordinated Outreach, Referral, and Engagement (CORE) for Homeless Outreach Services), which was withdrawn from the agenda.
Motion by Vice Mayor Doria Robinson
Seconded by Councilmember Claudia Jimenez
Ayes (7): Councilmember Soheila Bana, Councilmember Jamelia Brown, Councilmember Claudia Jimenez, Councilmember Sue Wilson, Councilmember Cesar Zepeda, Vice Mayor Doria Robinson, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez Passed
O.1 City Attorney's Office
O.1.a Contract Amendment No. 2 with iManage LLC for Cloud-Based Document Management
APPROVE a second contract amendment with iManage, LLC, for cloud- based legal document management services, to increase the total contract payment limit to $73,680.01 and extend the contract term from July 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027 - City Attorney’s Office (Chris Dykzeul 510-620-6509/Shannon Moore 510-620-6509).
O.2 City Clerk's Office
O.2.a Meeting Minutes
APPROVE the minutes of the June 9, 2026, special City Council meeting and the May 19, 2026, regular City Council meeting - City Clerk's Office (Pamela Christian 510-620-6513).
O.2.b Delegates for the 2026 Cal Cities Annual General Assembly DESIGNATE Vice Mayor Doria Robinson as voting delegate to represent the City of Richmond at the Annual Business Meeting of the League of California Cities’ 2026 Annual Conference, to be held in Anaheim at the Anaheim Convention Center, Wednesday, September 23 through Friday, September 25, 2026 – City Clerk’s Office (Pamela Christian 510-620- 6513).
O.3 Community Development
O.3.a Contract Amendment No. 4 with CSW/ST2 for Interpretive Program Landscape Architectural Services
APPROVE a fourth contract amendment with CSW/ST2, increasing the contract amount by $266,514, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $637,941.50, to provide additional landscape architectural services for the interpretive program, rehabilitation of historic structures, and interpretive signage component of the Miraflores Project, for a term ending June 30, 2028, and ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE a $50,000 grant received from the Rotary Club of Richmond in 2019 to support the interpretive signage
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component of the Miraflores Project – Community Development Department (Lina Velasco 510-620-6841).
O.4 Community Services
O.4.a Fiscal Year 2026-27 North Richmond Waste and Recovery Mitigation Fee Expenditure Plan
APPROVE the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 North Richmond Waste and Recovery Mitigation Fee Expenditure Plan identifying the activities authorized to be funded with Mitigation Fee revenue and respective funding allocations for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, as recommended by the North Richmond Waste and Recovery Mitigation Fee Joint Expenditure Planning Committee – Community Services Department (LaShonda White 510-620-6828).
O.5 Fire Department
O.5.a Contract with Definitive Networks, Inc. for Emergency Medical Services Data Management Support
APPROVE and RATIFY a sole-source contract with Definitive Networks, Inc. for Emergency Medical Services data reporting and records management compliance support, in an amount not to exceed $216,834, for a term effective July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028, with two one- year extension options in an amount not to exceed $63,917 per year – Fire Department (Chief Aaron Osorio 510-307-8021/Chief Rico Rincon 510- 307-8041/Den Mark Marcelo 510-307-8038).
O.6 Mayor's Office
O.6.a Appointment of Gage Eda to the Richmond Youth Council) APPOINT Gage Eda to the Richmond Youth Council to a vacant seat with a new term ending December 31, 2027 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
O.6.b Appointment of Samuel Goldheim to the Richmond Youth Council APPOINT Samuel Goldheim to the Richmond Youth Council to a vacant seat with a new term ending October 1, 2027 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
O.7 Police Department
O.7.a Contract with Contra Costa County’s Coordinated Outreach, Referral, and Engagement (CORE) for Homeless Outreach Services
APPROVE a contract with Contra Costa County for Coordinated Outreach, Referral, and Engagement (CORE) Homeless Outreach Services, including the expansion of outreach coverage to six days per week and the addition of housing stability resources, for a total amount not to exceed $1,660,150, for the term of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029 – Richmond Police Department/Community Development Department (Chief Timothy Simmons 510-621-1802/Lina Velasco 510-620-6841).
The item was withdrawn from the agenda.
O.7.b Monthly Crime Report for May 2026
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RECEIVE the monthly Crime Report from the Richmond Police Department for May 2026 – Police Department (Chief Timothy Simmons 510-621-1802).
O.7.c Contract with Richmond Rod and Gun Club for Shooting Range Facility Rental
APPROVE a three-year sole-source contract with Richmond Rod and Gun Club for shooting range facility rentals in an amount not to exceed $25,000 annually, for a total not to exceed $75,000, for the term July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029, with two one-year extension options at $25,000 per year – Police Department (Chief Timothy Simmons 510-621- 1802).
O.8 Public Works
O.8.a Re-Certification of the Updated Sewer System Management Plan ADOPT a resolution approving and re-certifying the updated Sewer System Management Plan for the City of Richmond sanitary sewer collection system to maintain compliance with State Water Resources Control Board requirements - Public Works Department (Tawfic Halaby 510-620-5482).
Adopted Resolution No. 115-26(A).
O.8.b Stormwater Utility Area Agreement with the Contra Costa County Flood Control and Water Conservation District
ADOPT a resolution to APPROVE a Stormwater Utility Area Agreement with the Contra Costa County Flood Control and Water Conservation District and AUTHORIZE the city manager, or designee, to execute the agreement, amendment, and related documents necessary to continue the collection, administration, and use of Stormwater Utility Assessment revenues for eligible stormwater and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System/Municipal Regional Permit compliance activities, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney – Public Works Department (Daniel Chavarria 510-620-5478/Tawfic Halaby 510-620- 5482/Bradley Harms 510-307-8094).
Adopted Resolution No. 116-26.
P. PUBLIC HEARINGS
P.1 Ordinance Modifying Chapter 12.19 of the Richmond Municipal Code entitled “Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems.”)
INTRODUCE an ordinance (first reading) amending Chapter 12.19 of the Richmond Municipal Code entitled "Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems" to establish temporary sewage holding tank construction standards and a permitting process for properties unable to connect to the sanitary sewer system – Public Works Department (Daniel Chavarria 510-620-5478/Tawfic Halaby 510-620- 5482/José Valenzuela 510-620-6955). This item was continued from the June 16, 2026, meeting.
The item was continued to the July 21, 2026, City Council meeting.
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P.2 Public Hearing for the Collection of the Sanitary and Storm Fees for Fiscal Year 2026-27
HOLD a public hearing to ADOPT a resolution approving a report of sewer service charges for Fiscal Year 2026-27 allowing for the sanitary and stormwater fees to be collected on the annual 2026-27 tax rolls – Public Works Department (Tawfic Halaby/Daniel Chavarria 510-620-5482).
Deputy Director of Public Works Tawfic Halaby gave an overview.
Mayor Martinez opened the public hearing.
Claudia Citreon gave comments.
Mayor Martinez closed the public hearing.
A motion was made as follows to approve the item and Resolution No. 117-26 was adopted.
Motion by Councilmember Sue Wilson
Seconded by Mayor Eduardo Martinez
Ayes (7): Councilmember Soheila Bana, Councilmember Jamelia Brown, Councilmember Claudia Jimenez, Councilmember Sue Wilson, Councilmember Cesar Zepeda, Vice Mayor Doria Robinson, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez Passed
Q. NEW BUSINESS
Q.1 Support of the Community Cleanup Plan for the United Heckathorn Superfund Site
ADOPT a resolution in support of the Community Cleanup Plan for the United Heckathorn Superfund Site, developed by the Richmond Shoreline Alliance, San Francisco Baykeeper, and Sierra Club San Francisco Bay Chapter — Councilmember Sue Wilson (510-926-0408)/Vice Mayor Doria Robinson (510- 620-6568)/Councilmember Cesar Zepeda (510-620-6593).
Councilmember Wilson gave an overview.
Janet Johnson, coordinator of Richmond Shoreline Alliance presented a PowerPoint.
Link to presentation: United Heckathorn Superfund Site
Garland Ellis, Claudia Citreon, and Janet Flint gave comments in person.
The following individuals gave comments via Zoom: Cathy Bleier, Makayla Marquez, Skylar Sacoolas, Cheryl Patel, Nick Pilch, Lisa France, Sally Tobin, Carolyn Graves, and John Callaway.
A motion was made as follows and Resolution No. 118-26 was adopted.
Motion by Councilmember Claudia Jimenez
Seconded by Councilmember Cesar Zepeda
Ayes (7): Councilmember Soheila Bana, Councilmember Jamelia Brown, Councilmember Claudia Jimenez, Councilmember Sue Wilson, Councilmember Cesar Zepeda, Vice Mayor Doria Robinson, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez Passed
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Q.2 2025 Annual Military Equipment Use Report
ADOPT a resolution approving the Richmond Police Department’s 2025 Annual Military Equipment Use Report and authorizing the continued use of approved military equipment consistent with Government Code sections 7070 through 7075, Policy Manual section 707, and the findings required by Government Code section 7071(d) – Police Department (Chief Timothy Simmons/Captain John Lopez 510-621-1802). This item was continued from the June 16, 2026, meeting.
Police Chief Tim Simmons gave an overview.
Police Captain John Lopez presented a PowerPoint.
Link to report: 2025 Annual Military Equipment Use Report The following individuals gave comments in person: Don Gosney, Garland Ellis, Quanah Parker Brightman, Mark Wassberg, John Lindsay-Poland, Genie Stowers, Andrew Melendez, Crescent Diamond, Zoe Panagopaulos, Davjanee Tillis, Pedro Ruiz, Chris Taffe, Carlos, Fox Kazen, Autumn Adeyan, Julie, and Alan Munguia.
The following individuals gave comments via Zoom: Lorraine Meza, Amber Hatfield, Hope Dixon, Rebecah K., Dominic Nider, Raymond Wendell, Janice Haugan, and Philip Rosenthal.
At 10:00 p.m. a motion was made by Councilmember Jimenez, seconded by Councilmember Bana, to extend the meeting until 11:00 p.m. A substitute motion was made by Councilmember Zepeda, seconded by Councilmember Brown to suspend the rules and extend the meeting until all remaining agenda items were heard. The substitute motion failed by the following vote:
Substitute Motion by Councilmember Cesar Zepeda
Seconded by Councilmember Jamelia Brown
Ayes (2): Councilmember Jamelia Brown, and Councilmember Cesar Zepeda Noes (4): Councilmember Claudia Jimenez, Councilmember Sue Wilson, Vice Mayor Doria Robinson, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez
Abstentions (1): Councilmember Soheila Bana
The original motion passed by the following vote:
Original Motion by Councilmember Claudia Jimenez
Seconded by Councilmember Soheila Bana
Ayes (5): Councilmember Soheila Bana, Councilmember Jamelia Brown, Councilmember Claudia Jimenez, Councilmember Sue Wilson, and Vice Mayor Doria Robinson
Noes (2): Councilmember Cesar Zepeda and Mayor Eduardo Martinez
Discussion ensued. The city council requested the percentage of the deployment of military equipment in minority communities.
At 10:59 p.m. a motion was made by Councilmember Zepeda, seconded by Councilmember Brown to schedule a special City Council meeting on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., failed by the following vote:
Ayes (3): Councilmember Soheila Bana, Councilmember Jamelia Brown, and Councilmember Cesar Zepeda
Noes (4): Councilmember Claudia Jimenez, Councilmember Sue Wilson, Vice Mayor Doria Robinson, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez
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This item was not concluded and was continued to the July 28, 2026, City Council meeting for City Council deliberation and voting only.
Q.3 Contract Amendment No. 2 with Just Cities, LLC for completion of the Housing Equity Roadmap as specified in the Housing Element APPROVE a second contract amendment with Just Cities, LLC to support completion and implementation of the Housing Equity Road Map increasing the payment limit by $49,999, for a total payment limit of $209,994, and extending the term through December 31, 2027– Community Development Department (Lina Velasco 510-620-6841/Jesus Morales 510-620-6649). This item was continued from the June 16, and June 23, 2026, meetings.
The item was continued to the July 21, 2026, City Council meeting.
Q.4 Contract with All Star Painting KD Inc. for Graffiti Removal of Historic Concrete
ADOPT a resolution to APPROVE a contract with All Star Painting KD Inc. for graffiti removal from the historic concrete surfaces of the General Warehouse Building, for a term expiring December 31, 2027, in an amount not to exceed $87,777 – Economic Development Department/Port (Charles Gerard 510-620- 6792). This item was continued from the June 16, and June 23, 2026, meetings.
The item was continued to the July 21, 2026, City Council meeting.
Q.5 Roadway Modification at Glenn Avenue and McBryde Avenue for the McBryde Avenue Safe Routes to Park Project
ADOPT a resolution to APPROVE a roadway modification associated with the McBryde Avenue Safe Routes to Park Project, including closure of the direct vehicular connection between Glenn Avenue and McBryde Avenue to improve traffic safety, reduce cut-through traffic, and support pedestrian and bicycle connectivity – Public Works Department (Hillal Hamdan 510-621-1612/Daniel Chavarria 510-620-5478). This item was continued from the June 16, and June 23, 2026, meetings.
The item was continued to the July 21, 2026, City Council meeting.
Q.6 23rd Street Ciclovía Pilot Project
RECEIVE an update on the proposed 23rd Street Ciclovía Pilot Project and PROVIDE DIRECTION to staff regarding whether this effort should be prioritized within the current Transportation and Public Works work plan, including consideration of staffing capacity, cost, trade-offs with existing Council- directed priorities, and impacts to ongoing traffic safety, traffic calming, grant- funded project delivery, and resident/Council traffic-related requests - Public Works Department (Gail Payne 510-620-6716/Daniel Chavarria 510-620-5478).
This item was continued from the June 16, and June 23, 2026, meetings.
The item was continued to the July 21, 2026, City Council meeting.
Q.7 Implementing Wildfire Taskforce Recommendation Regarding Enforcing Weed Abatement Ordinance
ADOPT the recommendations of the Wildfire Preparedness Ad Hoc Committee and DIRECT the City Attorney's Office, in collaboration with the City Administration, to implement the following actions and return to the City Council within 90 days with any necessary ordinances, resolutions, contracts, budget appropriations, and additional implementation plans:
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1. Defensible Space Appeal Process
Direct the City Attorney's Office to evaluate the current appeal process for enforcement of defensible space violations under the Richmond Municipal Code, including whether appeal timelines can be shortened for parcels located within the Local Responsibility Area (LRA) and the City's designated wildfire hazard zones, and return to the City Council with recommendations for any necessary amendments to the Richmond Municipal Code.
2. Vegetation Management Contract
Direct staff to establish an on-call vegetation management services contract for parcels within wildfire hazard zones where property owners fail to comply with defensible space requirements following all applicable enforcement procedures, and determine the appropriate department to administer and oversee the contract.
3. Resident Assistance Program
Direct staff to develop a one-year pilot Resident Assistance Program to assist eligible homeowners with weed abatement ordinance and defensible space improvements within 0–30 feet of structures, with priority given to hazards located within Zone 0, and return to the City Council with program guidelines, eligibility criteria, funding options, and implementation recommendations.
4. Implementation Report
Direct staff to return to the City Council within 60 days with an implementation plan, including proposed ordinances or policy amendments, estimated costs, potential funding sources, staffing requirements, and a proposed implementation schedule for each recommendation – Councilmember Soheila Bana (510-620- 6743)/Councilmember Cesar Zepeda (510-620-6593).
The item was continued to the July 21, 2026, City Council meeting.
Q.8 Richmond Government Accountability, Transparency, and Ethics Act (Richmond GATE Act) Placing a Ballot Initiative on the November 2026 Ballot to Adopt an Ordinance that Establishes an Independent Ethics Commission
RECEIVE a presentation on the Richmond Government Accountability, Transparency, and Ethics Act (Richmond GATE Act); DIRECT the city attorney to prepare an ordinance and related ballot measure documents for City Council consideration; and DIRECT staff to calendar this item to adopt the ballot initiative resolution on July 21, 2026 and in no event later than July 28, 2026, to meet the November 2026 ballot deadline, this item must be heard before final adjournment — Councilmember Cesar Zepeda (510-620-6590)/Councilmember Soheila Bana (510-672-3490)/Councilmember Jamelia Brown (510-412-2050).
The item was continued to the July 21, 2026, City Council meeting.
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R. REPORTS OF OFFICERS: REFERRALS TO STAFF, AND GENERAL REPORTS (INCLUDING AB 1234 REPORTS)(limited to two minutes per Councilmember) None.
S. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 11:05 p.m., to meet again on July 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Clerk of the City of Richmond Mayor