City Council Meeting
Amended Agenda
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
1:30 PM
Council Chambers
MATT MAHAN, MAYOR
ROSEMARY KAMEI, DISTRICT 1
PAMELA CAMPOS, DISTRICT 2
CARL SALAS, DISTRICT 3
DAVID COHEN, DISTRICT 4
PETER ORTIZ, DISTRICT 5
MICHAEL MULCAHY, DISTRICT 6
BIEN DOAN, DISTRICT 7
DOMINGO CANDELAS, DISTRICT 8
PAM FOLEY, VICE MAYOR, DISTRICT 9
GEORGE CASEY, DISTRICT 10
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9:30 a.m.- Closed Session, Call to Order in Council Chambers Open Session, Labor Negotiations Update (See Item 3.2)
Adjourn to Closed Session in Council Chambers Conference Room, W133 See Separate Agenda
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Closed Session Agenda
Attachment A
Attachments
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• Pledge of Allegiance
• Invocation (District 2)
Imam Haasher Ahmed, Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Silicon Valley Chapter • Orders of the Day
To be heard after Ceremonial Items
Items recommended to be added, dropped, or deferred are usually approved under Orders of the Day unless the Council directs otherwise.
• Adjournment Recognition
This meeting will be adjourned in memory of Reverend Jethroe Moore II, who passed away on December 26, 2024. Reverend Moore was the President of the San José/Silicon Valley NAACP, and a longtime San José community leader and advocate. His passion and hard work for social justice and community empowerment—was and remains—an inspiration. To so many, he was a mentor, friend, confidant, and source of hope and joy. We will never forget his life, his ministry, and his legacy. • Closed Session Report
To be heard after Ceremonial Items
1. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
1.1 Presentation of a proclamation recognizing February 24, 2025, as Thomas Foon Chew Day, in recognition of his contributions to the Alviso community in San José as founder of the Bayside Canning Company, once the third-largest cannery in the United States. (Cohen)
1.2 Presentation of a commendation to Unión y Fuerza Gramercy Neighborhood Association for their dedication and selfless work to improve the quality of life in their neighborhood. (Ortiz)
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
Notice to the public: There will be no separate discussion of Consent Calendar items as they are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be adopted by one motion. If a member of the City Council requests discussion on a particular item, that item may be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered separately.
2.1 Approval of City Council Minutes.
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2.2 Final Adoption of Ordinances.
2.3 Approval of Council Committee Minutes.
2.4 Mayor and Council Excused Absence Requests.
2.5 City Council Travel Reports.
2.6 Report from the Council Liaison to the Retirement Boards.
2.7 25-165 Boards and Commissions Appointment.
Recommendation: Approve the following Boards and Commissions appointment:
(a) Arts Commission:
(1) District 6 Seat: Appoint De Anna Mirzadegan for a term ending June 30, 2026.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organizational and Administrative Activities resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (City Clerk)
Memorandum
Memorandum - Conflicts of Interest
Application
Attachments
2.8 25-141 Third Amendment to the Master Consultant Agreement with Integrated Design 360, LLC.
Recommendation: Approve the Third Amendment to Master Consultant Agreement with Integrated Design 360, LLC, extending the contract term from February 28, 2025 to December 31, 2025, with no change to the maximum compensation.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Environmental Services)
Memorandum
Agreement
Attachments
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2.9 25-142 Operational Agreement for Via del Oro Emergency Interim Housing Site.
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution authorizing the Housing Director or his designee, to negotiate and execute a grant agreement with HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County for the Via del Oro Emergency Interim Housing Site in an amount not to exceed $2,744,620 retroactive from February 1, 2025, through June 30, 2025.
CEQA: Determination of Consistency with the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Emergency Interim Housing Programs project (Resolution No. RES2023-380), File No. ER24-015. Council District
10. (Housing)
MemorandumAttachments
2.10 25-143 Report on Bids and Award of Contract for 10472: SJC On-Call Mechanical Engineering Construction Contract 25-28.
Recommendation: Report on bids and award of a contract for 10472 - SJC On-Call Mechanical Engineering Construction Contract 25-28 for maintenance projects at the San José Mineta International Airport to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Mesa Energy Systems, Inc., for a maximum not to exceed amount of $3,000,000 for a duration of three years.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Public Works/Airport)
MemorandumAttachments
2.11 25-144 Report on Bids and Award of Contract for the 10280 - Sanitary Sewer Repairs Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Package III Project.
Recommendation: (a) Report on bids and award of contract for the construction of 10280-Sanitary Sewer Repairs Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Package III Project, to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Nor-Cal Pipeline Services, Inc., in the amount of $1,752,276; and
(b) Approve a 10% contingency in the amount of $175,228.
CEQA: Exempt, File No. ER23-189, CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301(b) Existing Facilities and 15302(c) Replacement or Reconstruction. Council District 9. (Public Works)
MemorandumAttachments
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2.12 25-145 Report on Bids and Award of Contract for the 10465 - Martial Cottle Park Sanitary Sewer Manhole Replacement Project.
Recommendation: (a) Report on bids and award of contract for the construction of 10465 - Martial Cottle Park Sanitary Sewer Manhole Replacement Project to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, JMB Construction, Inc., in the amount of $1,360,750; and
(b) Approve a 10% contingency in the amount of $136,075.
CEQA: Exempt, File No. ER22-049, CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301 (b) Existing Facilities. Council District 2. (Public Works) MemorandumAttachments
2.13 25-146 Downtown San José Property-Based Improvement District Annual Financial Report.
Recommendation: Approve the Downtown San José Property-Based Improvement District Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2023-2024.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action. (Transportation)
MemorandumAttachments
2.14 25-161 Request for Travel Authorization for Mayor Mahan.
Recommendation: As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on February 12, 2025, authorize travel for Mayor Mahan to attend the South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference in Austin, Texas on March 10-11, 2025, and excuse absence from the regular City Council meeting on March 11, 2025. Source of Fund: Mayor/Council Travel Budget.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organizational and Administrative Activities resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Mayor)
[Rules Committee referral 2/12/2025 - Item B.1]
Memorandum
Supplemental Memorandum
Attachments
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2.15 25-164 Retroactive Approval of Community Leaders Networking Breakfast Sponsored by Council District 9 as a City Council Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event.
Recommendation: As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on February 12, 2025:
(a) Retroactively approve the Community Leaders Networking Breakfast scheduled on February 12, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds; and (b) Approve and accept donations from various individuals, businesses, or community groups to support the event.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-011, Temporary Special Events resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Foley) [Rules Committee referral 2/12/2025 - Item B.2]
MemorandumAttachments
2.16 25-193 Deferred Compensation Advisory Committee Appointments.
Recommendation: As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on February 19, 2025, approve the following appointments to the Deferred Compensation Advisory Committee for a four-year term, beginning March 2, 2025 and ending on February 28, 2029:
(a) David Woolsey as the nominee by the Police Officers’ Association (POA); and
(b) Sean Davis as the nominee by the “trades organizations” consisting of Association of Building, Mechanical and Electrical Inspectors (ABMEI), International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 3 (OE#3) and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW).
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organizational and Administrative Activities resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (City Manager)
[Rules Committee referral 2/19/2025 - Item B.3]
MemorandumAttachments
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2.17 25-187 Approval of District 9 SAP Funds for Rotary Club of San José Foundation.
Recommendation: As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on February 19, 2025, approve a grant to the Rotary Club of San José Foundation to support their Enterprise Leadership Conference in the amount of $2,500.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organizational and Administrative activities resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Foley)
[Rules Committee referral 2/19/2025 - Item B.5]
MemorandumAttachments
2.18 25-190 Retroactive Approval and Approval of Multiple Special Events Sponsored by Council District 4 as City Council Sponsored Special Events to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Events.
Recommendation: As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on February 19, 2025:
(a) Retroactively approve the District 4 Heroes Gala scheduled on January 17, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds.
(b) Retroactively approve the Berryessa Branch Library Lunar New Year Celebration scheduled on January 25, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (c) Retroactively approve the District 4 Dumpster Day scheduled on February 22, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds.
(d) Approve the District 4 Synopsis Science Fair Awards Event scheduled on March 3, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds.
(e) Approve and accept donations from various individuals, businesses, or community groups to support the events.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-011, Temporary Special Events resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Cohen) [Rules Committee referral 2/19/2025 - Item B.6]
MemorandumAttachments
3. STRATEGIC SUPPORT
3.1 Report of the City Manager, Jennifer Maguire (Verbal Report)
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3.2 Labor Negotiations Update.
Accept Labor Negotiations Update.
TO BE HEARD AT 9:30 A.M.
3.3 25-147 City Council Focus Areas Semi-Annual Status Report for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 First and Second Quarters.
Recommendation: Accept the semi-annual status report on the implementation of the City Council Focus Areas.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action. (City Manager)
Memorandum
Presentation - est. 15 minutes
Attachments
3.4 25-148 Cooperation Agreement Between Pacific Gas and Electric Company and the City of San José for Electric Infrastructure Development. - DEFERRED Recommendation: Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to:
(a) Negotiate and execute the non-binding Cooperation Agreement between Pacific Gas and Electric Company and the City of San José to support the timely development of electric transmission and distribution infrastructure necessary for economic growth and decarbonization goals in North San José and Downtown San José.
(b) Negotiate a binding Implementation Agreement consistent with the Cooperation Agreement’s objectives that the parties expect will be brought before City Council in the spring of 2025.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (City Manager)
DEFERRED TO 3/4/2025 PER ADMINISTRATION
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3.5 25-149 Annual Report on the Measure T Disaster Preparedness, Public Safety, and Infrastructure General Obligation Bond Program Proceeds and Allocations for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. - DEFERRED
Recommendation: Accept the Measure T Community Oversight Committee Annual Report on the Measure T - The Disaster Preparedness, Public Safety, and Infrastructure General Obligation Bond Program proceeds and allocations for Fiscal Year 2023-2024.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action. (Public Works)
DEFERRED TO 3/4/2025 PER ADMINISTRATION
MemorandumAttachments
4. PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES
5. TRANSPORTATION & AVIATION SERVICES
5.1 25-151 2025 Vision Zero Action Plan.
Recommendation: (a) As recommended by the Vision Zero Task Force on December 16, 2024, approve the 2025 Vision Zero Action Plan.
(b) Adopt a resolution dissolving the Vision Zero Task Force and directing the Transportation and Environment Committee to oversee all Vision Zero efforts within the City.
CEQA: Categorically Exempt, File No. ER24-313, CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(c) Existing Facilities. (Transportation)
[Vision Zero Task Force referral 12/16/2024 - Item 3]
Memorandum
Attachment
Memorandum from Mayor, Foley, Campos, Ortiz & Doan, 2/21/25 Resolution
Presentation - est. 10 minutes
Letters from the Public
Attachments
6. ENVIRONMENTAL & UTILITY SERVICES
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6.1 25-152 2025 Power Mix and Rates.
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution to:
(a) Increase the renewable energy content of GreenSource from 60% to 62% renewable and set rates according to the rate schedule in Attachment A of the staff memorandum, effective March 1, 2025. (b) Continue to set the rate for TotalGreen to $0.01 per kilowatt-hour above GreenSource for all rate schedules according to the rate schedule in Attachment B of the staff memorandum, effective March 1, 2025, and maintain the renewable energy content of TotalGreen at 100% renewable.
(c) Increase the renewable energy content of SJ Cares from 60% to 62% renewable and set rates at a 10% discount to GreenSource rates, according to the rate schedule in Attachment C of the staff memorandum, effective March 1, 2025.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-005, Adjustment to Fees, Rates and Fares, resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Energy) Memorandum, rev. 2/24/25
Resolution
Presentation - est. 10 minutes
Attachments
7. NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
8. COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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8.1 25-153 Establishment of a Pedestrian Mall on Post Street.
Recommendation: (a) Conduct a public hearing to establish a pedestrian mall on Post Street between South First Street and Lightston Alley pursuant to the Pedestrian Mall Law of 1960.
(b) Adopt a resolution determining that the pedestrian mall should be established.
(c) Approve an ordinance establishing a pedestrian mall on Post Street between South First Street and Lightston Alley pursuant to the Pedestrian Mall Law of 1960.
CEQA: Categorically Exempt, CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(c) Existing Facilities, File No. ER24-259. Council District 3. (Economic Development and Cultural Affairs)
Memorandum
Memorandum from Mayor, Foley, Kamei, Campos & Salas, 2/21/25 Resolution
Ordinance
Presentation - est. 10 minutes
Letter from the Public
Attachments
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8.2 25-154 Large Format Digital Signage on City-Owned Property.
Recommendation: (a) Adopt a resolution adopting the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Electronic Signs on City-Owned Property - Downtown Sites and adopting a related Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, as amended. (b) Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager, or her designee, to negotiate and execute lease agreements with Orange Barrel Media, LLC, for four City-owned properties in downtown San José for the installation of five large format digital signs, each lease for a 10-year initial term with up to two additional five-year renewal terms upon satisfaction of certain tenant-controlled renewal criteria, and with a required payment of 33% of gross revenue generated for all leases, except the San José McEnery Convention Center in which the required payment is 30% of gross revenue generated, but in no instance less than the minimum guaranteed payments for the 20-year term as follows:
(1) San José Center for the Performing Arts: $8,722,292. (2) San José McEnery Convention Center: $6,728,625.
(3) Market/San Pedro Street Parking Garage: $3,115,104. (4) Second and San Carlos Street Parking Garage: $2,492,083.
CEQA: Mitigated Negative Declaration for Electronic Signs on City-Owned Property - Downtown Sites (File No. ER23-034). Council District 3. (Economic Development and Cultural Affairs/Planning, Building and Code Enforcement)
Memorandum
Memorandum from Mayor, Foley, Salas, Cohen & Mulcahy, 2/21/25 Memorandum from Salas, 2/25/25
(a) Resolution
Presentation - est. 10 minutes
Letters from the Public
Letter Received Post Meeting
Attachments
9. REDEVELOPMENT – SUCCESSOR AGENCY
10. LAND USE
Notice to the public: There will be no separate discussion of Land Use Consent Calendar (Item
10.1) as they are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be adopted by one motion.
If a member of the City Council requests discussion on a particular item, that item will be removed from the Land Use Consent Calendar (Item 10.1) and considered separately.
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10.1 Land Use on Consent Calendar
(a) 25-155 C23-107, CP24-013, ER24-106 - Conforming Rezoning and Conditional Use Permit for Certain Real Property Located at 1172, 1180, 1188 Murphy Avenue. - DEFERRED
Recommendation: (1) Approve an ordinance rezoning certain real property of an approximately 3.89-gross-acre site located on the south side of Murphy Avenue, approximately 500 feet east of Oakland Road (1180 Murphy Avenue; APN: 241-17-009), from the A(PD) Planned Development Zoning District (File No. PDC07-042) to the CIC Combined Industrial/Commercial Zoning District.
(2) Adopt a resolution approving, subject to conditions, a Conditional Use Permit to allow a Church/Religious Assembly use on an approximately 3.89-gross-acre site.
CEQA: Exemption per CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(a) for interior or exterior alterations involving such things as interior partitions, plumbing, and electrical conveyances. Council District 3. (Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement)
DEFERRED TO 3/11/2025 PER ADMINISTRATION
(b) 25-156 PD24-016 & ER24-208 - Planned Development Permit and Determination of Public Convenience or Necessity for Certain Real Property Located at 1610 McKee Road.
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution denying a Planned Development Permit and Determination of Public Convenience or Necessity to allow the off-sale of alcohol (Type 21 - full range of alcoholic beverages) at an existing approximately 2,376-square-foot tenant space on an approximately
0.93-gross-acre site located at 1610 McKee Road.
CEQA: Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(a) for Existing Facilities. Planning Commission recommends denial (6-1-2; Bhandal opposed; Oliverio and Bickford absent) (Item 5.a on the 2/12/2025 Planning Commission agenda). Council District 3. (Planning, Building and Code Enforcement)
Memorandum
Resolution
Attachments
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
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10.2 25-157 PP24-006 - Amendment to Chapter 23.04, Section 23.04.038 (North San José Signage Area) and Section 23.04.124 (Downtown Sign Zone) of Title 23 (Sign Code) of the San José Municipal Code to Modify Permit Provisions for Supergraphic Signs Related to Large Events.
Recommendation: Approve an ordinance amending Section 23.04.038 (North San José Signage Area) and Section 23.04.124 (Downtown Sign Zone) of Chapter 23.04 of Title 23 (Sign Code) of the San José Municipal Code to modify permit provisions for Supergraphic Signs related to Large Events to: (a) eliminate existing sunset clause, (b) increase display duration, and (c) alter height and size allowances, and to make other technical, non-substantive, or formatting changes within those sections.
CEQA: Determination of Consistency to the Envision San José 2040 General Plan EIR (Resolution No. 76041), Envision San José General Plan Supplemental EIR (Resolution No. 77617), and Addenda thereto. (Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement)
Memorandum
Memorandum from Mayor, Foley, Salas, Cohen & Casey, 2/21/25 Ordinance
Attachments
• Open Forum
Members of the Public are invited to speak on any item that does not appear on today’s Agenda and that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. Members of the public may only speak at Open Forum once.
• Adjournment
This meeting will be adjourned in memory of Reverend Jethroe Moore II, who passed away on December 26, 2024. Reverend Moore was the President of the San José/Silicon Valley NAACP, and a longtime San José community leader and advocate. His passion and hard work for social justice and community empowerment—was and remains—an inspiration. To so many, he was a mentor, friend, confidant, and source of hope and joy. We will never forget his life, his ministry, and his legacy.
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ABOUT THE AGENDA
The City of San José is committed to open and honest government and strives to consistently meet the community’s expectations by providing excellent service, in a positive and timely manner, and in the full view of the public.
Welcome to the San José City Council meeting!
This Agenda contains both a Consent Calendar section for routine business items that require Council approval, and general business items arranged to correspond with San José’s City Service Areas (CSAs).
City Service Areas represent the policy-making level for strategic planning, policy setting, and investment decisions in the critical functions the City provides to the community. They are:
· Strategic Support - The internal functions that enable the CSAs to provide direct services to the community in an effective and efficient manner.
· Public Safety - Commitment to excellence in public safety by investing in neighborhood partnerships as well as prevention, enforcement, and emergency preparedness services. · Transportation & Aviation Services - A safe and efficient transportation system that contributes to the livability and economic health of the City; and provide for the air transportation needs of the community and the region at levels that is acceptable to the community. · Environmental and Utility Services - Manage environmental services and utility systems to ensure a sustainable environment for the community.
· Neighborhood Services - Serve, foster, and strengthen community by providing access to lifelong learning and opportunities to enjoy life.
· Community & Economic Development - Manage the growth and change of the community in order to create and preserve healthy neighborhoods and ensure a diverse range of employment and housing opportunities.
The San José City Council meets every Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. and Tuesday at 6 p.m. as needed, unless otherwise noted. The City Council, or less than a quorum, may adjourn any regular, special or adjourned meeting to a later date, time and place specified in the order of adjournment. If all members are absent, the City Clerk may declare the meeting adjourned to a stated date, time and place. If you have any questions, please direct them to the City Clerk’s staff seated at the tables just below the dais. Thank you for taking the time to attend today’s meeting. We look forward to seeing you at future meetings.
Agendas, Staff Reports and some associated documents for City Council items may be viewed on the Internet at https://sanjose.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx. Council Meetings are televised live and rebroadcast on Channel 26.
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CITY OF SAN JOSE CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PUBLIC MEETINGS IN
THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS AND COMMITTEE ROOMS
The Code of Conduct is intended to promote open meetings that welcome debate of public policy issues being discussed by the City Council, their Committees, and City Boards and Commissions in an atmosphere of fairness, courtesy, and respect for differing points of view.
1. Public Meeting Decorum:
(a) Persons in the audience will refrain from behavior which will disrupt the public meeting. This will include making loud noises, clapping, shouting, booing, hissing or engaging in any other activity in a manner that disturbs, disrupts or impedes the orderly conduct of the meeting.
(b) Persons in the audience will refrain from creating, provoking or participating in any type of disturbance involving unwelcome physical contact. (c) Persons in the audience will refrain from using cellular phones and/or pagers while the meeting is in session.
(d) Appropriate attire, including shoes and shirts are required in the Council Chambers and Committee Rooms at all times.
(e) Persons in the audience will not place their feet on the seats in front of them. (f) No food, drink (other than bottled water with a cap), or chewing gum will be allowed in the Council Chambers and Committee Rooms, except as otherwise pre-approved by City staff.
(g) All persons entering the Council Chambers and Committee Rooms, including their bags, purses, briefcases and similar belongings, may be subject to search for weapons and other dangerous materials.
2. Signs, Objects or Symbolic Material:
(a) Objects and symbolic materials, such as signs or banners, will be allowed in the Council Chambers and Committee Rooms, with the following restrictions: § No objects will be larger than 2 feet by 3 feet.
-No sticks, posts, poles or other such items will be attached to the signs or other symbolic materials.
-The items cannot create a building maintenance problem or a fire or safety hazard. (b) Persons with objects and symbolic materials such as signs must remain seated when displaying them and must not raise the items above shoulder level, obstruct the view or passage of other attendees, or otherwise disturb the business of the meeting. (c) Objects that are deemed a threat to persons at the meeting or the facility infrastructure are not allowed. City staff is authorized to remove items and/or individuals from the Council Chambers and Committee Rooms if a threat exists or is perceived to exist.
Prohibited items include, but are not limited to: firearms (including replicas and antiques), toy guns, explosive material, and ammunition; knives and other edged weapons; illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia; laser pointers, scissors, razors, scalpels, box cutting knives, and other cutting tools; letter openers, corkscrews, can openers with points, knitting needles, and hooks; hairspray, pepper spray, and aerosol containers; tools; glass containers; and large backpacks and suitcases that contain items unrelated to the meeting.
February 25, 2025City Council Amended Agenda
3. Addressing the Council, Committee, Board or Commission:
(a) Persons wishing to speak on an agenda item or during open forum are requested to complete a speaker card and submit the card to the City Clerk or other administrative staff at the meeting.
(b) Meeting attendees are usually given two (2) minutes to speak on any discussion item and/or during open forum; the total amount of time allocated for public testimony for each public speaker or for an agenda item is in the discretion of the Chair of the meeting and may be limited when appropriate. (California Government Code Section 54954.3; Council Policy 0-37) Applicants and appellants in land use matters are usually given more time to speak. Speakers using a translator will be given twice the time allotted to ensure non-English speakers receive the same opportunity to directly address the Council, Committee, Board or Commission.
(c) Speakers should discuss only the agenda item when called to speak for that item, and only topics related to City business when called to speak during open forum on the agenda.
(d) Speakers’ comments should be addressed to the full body. Requests to engage the Mayor, Council Members, Board Members, Commissioners or Staff in conversation will not be honored. Abusive language is inappropriate. (e) Speakers will not bring to the podium any items other than a prepared written statement, writing materials, or objects that have been inspected by security staff.’ (f) If an individual wishes to submit written information, he or she may give it to the City Clerk or other administrative staff at the meeting.
(g) Speakers and any other members of the public will not approach the dais at any time without prior consent from the Chair of the meeting.
Failure to comply with this Code of Conduct which will disturb, disrupt or impede the orderly conduct of the meeting may result in removal from the meeting and/or possible arrest.