City Council Meeting
Amended Agenda
Tuesday, April 8, 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
25-361 Closed Session Agenda
Closed Session Agenda
Attachment A
Attachments
1:30 p.m.- Regular Session, Council Chambers, City Hall
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6:00 p.m.- Evening Session, Council Chambers, City Hall – Cancelled *The previously scheduled Evening Session has been cancelled. • Pledge of Allegiance
• Invocation (District 4)
Piedmont Hills High School, Jazz Band
• 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 David “Mike” Michael Flaugher, who passed away on February 22, 2025. Mike’s life was a testament to dedication, not only to his family but also to his community. He held leadership roles in numerous organizations, including Santa Clara County Open Space Authority, Bay Area Ridge Trail Council, Berryessa Citizens Advisory Council, Berryessa Business Association, and many others. Mike’s legacy of public service, family love, and dedication to his passions will be remembered by all who knew him.
• Closed Session Report
To be heard after Ceremonial Items
1. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
1.1 Presentation of a proclamation declaring April 2025 as Displaced Vietnamese American Heritage Month in the City of San José to honor the resilience and contributions of Vietnamese Americans who were displaced by the Vietnam War and resettled in the United States. (Doan)
1.2 Presentation of a proclamation declaring April 2025 as Cambodian Genocide Remembrance Month in honor of San José residents affected by the Cambodian Genocide on its 50th anniversary. (Ortiz)
1.3 Presentation of a proclamation recognizing April 6 - 12, 2025 as National Library Week in the City of San José to highlight the valuable role libraries, librarians and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities. (Kamei)
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
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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.
2.2 Final Adoption of Ordinances.
25-356 Final Adoption of Ordinances.
Recommendation: (a) Ordinance No. 31180 - An Ordinance of the City of San José Amending the Effective Date of Ordinance No. 31123, the Soft Story Seismic Retrofit Ordinance, from April 1, 2025 to April 1, 2026, and Amending the Compliance Deadlines in Section 17.41.550 of Chapter
17.41 of Title 17 of the San José Municipal Code, which Requires Seismic Retrofit of Certain Wood-Frame Target Story Residential Buildings.
[Passed for Publication on 3/25/2025 - Item 2.12 (25-299)] (b) Ordinance No. 31183 - An Ordinance of the City of San José Amending Sections 6.54.215, 6.54.265, 6.54.270, and Adding a New Section 6.54.405, of Chapter 6.54 of Title 6 of the San José Municipal Code Related to the City of San José Peddler Ordinance. [Passed for Publication on 3/25/2025 - Item 8.1 (25-293)] (b) Ordinance
Letters from the Public
Attachments
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.
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2.7 25-328 Board of Administration for Federated City Employees' Retirement System Appointment.
Recommendation: Appoint Nathan Nakagawa to the Employee Representative Seat on the Board of Administration for the Federated City Employees' Retirement System for an unexpired term ending November 30, 2027.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organizational and Administrative Activities resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (City Clerk)
Memorandum
Supplemental Memorandum, 3/20/2025
Application
Attachments
2.8 25-329 Actions Related to the Purchase Order with Santa Cruz Mountains Trail Stewardship for Bike Park Repairs, Maintenance, and Training Services.
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to exercise up to six one-year options to extend the term of the purchase order with Santa Cruz Mountains Trail Stewardship (Santa Cruz, CA) for bike park repairs, maintenance, and training services, with the last option ending on or about August 11, 2031, subject to the appropriation of funds.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Finance)
MemorandumAttachments
2.9 25-330 Actions Related to the Purchase Order with Owen Equipment Sales for Elgin Sweeper Parts and Services.
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to exercise up to six one-year options to extend the term of the purchase order with Owen Equipment Sales (Fairfield, CA) for Elgin sweeper parts and services with the last option ending on or about November 13, 2031, subject to the appropriation of funds.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Finance)
MemorandumAttachments
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2.10 25-331 Actions Related to the Purchase Order with Future Flooring Group for Flooring Repair and Replacement Services.
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to:
(a) Amend purchase order OP 66068 with Future Flooring Group, (San José, CA) for flooring repair and replacement services to increase the total compensation by $100,000 for a maximum compensation not-to-exceed $450,000 for the period ending December 12, 2025; and (b) Exercise up to six one-year options to extend the term of the purchase order with the last option ending on or about December 12, 2031, subject to the appropriation of funds.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Finance)
MemorandumAttachments
2.11 25-320 Approval of Music in the Valley Festival 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 March 19, 2025:
(a) Approve the Music in the Valley Festival scheduled on May 10, 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 3/19/2025 - Item B.5]
MemorandumAttachments
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2.12 25-325 AB 554 (M. González): Health Care Coverage: Antiretroviral Drugs, Drug Devices, and Drug Products.
Recommendation: As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 19, 2025, adopt a position of support for AB 554 (M. González) to expand Californians’ access to HIV/AIDS prevention medications.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-008, General Procedure and Policy Making resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Foley, Campos, and Mulcahy)
[Rules Committee referral 3/19/2025 - C.1]
MemorandumAttachments
2.13 25-343 Approval of Proclamation of Portugal Day, Portuguese Flag Raising, and Tower Lighting Sponsored by Council District 5 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 March 26, 2025:
(a) Approve the Proclamation of Portugal Day in San José scheduled on June 10, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds;
(b) Approve the Portuguese Flag Raising scheduled on June 10, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds;
(c) Approve the Portugal Day Tower Lighting scheduled on June 10, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds; and
(d) 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. (Ortiz) [Rules Committee referral 3/26/2025 - Item B.3]
MemorandumAttachments
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2.14 25-347 Retroactive Approval and Approval of Various 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 March 26, 2025:
(a) Retroactively approve the District 4 Litter Pickup scheduled on March 29, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds;
(b) Approve the District 4 Leadership Forum and Budget Townhall scheduled on May 17, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds; and
(c) 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 3/26/2025 - Item B.4]
MemorandumAttachments
2.15 25-351 Approval of the Fourth of July Fireworks at Lake Cunningham Sponsored by Council District 8 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 March 26, 2025:
(a) Approve the Fourth of July Fireworks at Lake Cunningham scheduled on July 4, 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. (Candelas) [Rules Committee referral 3/26/2025 - Item B.5]
MemorandumAttachments
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2.16 25-360 Retroactive Approval and Approval of Various Special Events Sponsored by Council District 7 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 April 2, 2025:
(a) Retroactively approve the Toy Distribution at the Vietnamese Heritage Garden scheduled on December 13, 2024 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (b) Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day in the Lone Bluff Neighborhood scheduled on December 14, 2024 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (c) Retroactively approve the District 7 Memorial for San José Unhoused Residents scheduled on December 20, 2024 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (d) Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day in the Lone Bluff Neighborhood scheduled on February 18, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (e) Retroactively approve the Ribbon-Cutting at the Vietnamese American Cultural Center scheduled on March 28, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (f) Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day in the Seven Trees Neighborhood scheduled on March 29, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (g) Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day in the Alma-Goodyear Neighborhood scheduled on April 5, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds.
(h) Retroactively approve the Tropicana Community Event scheduled on April 6, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds.
(i) Approve the Dumpster Day in the McLaughlin-Corridor Neighborhood scheduled on April 26, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds.
(j) 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. (Doan) [Rules Committee referral 4/2/2025- Item B.5]
MemorandumAttachments
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3. STRATEGIC SUPPORT
3.1 Report of the City Manager, Jennifer Maguire (Verbal Report).
3.2 Labor Negotiations Update.
Accept Labor Negotiations Update.
TO BE HEARD AT 9:30 A.M.
3.3 25-308 Appeals Hearing Board Interview.
Recommendation: (a) Interview applicants and consider appointment to fill one (1) Member-at-Large seat with a term ending December 31, 2025 on the Appeals Hearing Board.
(b) If any vacancies remain, direct the City Clerk to continue recruitment efforts and bring forward additional applicants for consideration.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organizational and Administrative Activities resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (City Clerk)
Memorandum, updated 4/7/25
Memorandum - Conflicts of Interest
Applications
Attachments
3.4 25-332 Review of the Retirement Plans’ Pension and Postemployment Healthcare Plan Actuarial Valuations as of June 30, 2024.
Recommendation: Review the following actuarial valuation reports:
(a) Federated City Employees’ Retirement System Actuarial Valuation (Pension) as of June 30, 2024;
(b) Federated City Employees’ Retirement System Postemployment Healthcare Plan Actuarial Valuation (OPEB) as of June 30, 2024; (c) Police and Fire Department Retirement Plan Actuarial Valuation (Pension) as of June 30, 2024; and
(d) Police and Fire Department Postemployment Healthcare Plan Actuarial Valuation as of June 30, 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. (Retirement Services)
Memorandum
Presentation - est. 10 minutes
Attachments
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3.5 25-381 Settlement of Lawsuit Filed by Unite Here Retirement Fund, et al.
Recommendation: Approve the settlement of a lawsuit brought by Plaintiffs Unite Here Retirement Fund and Trustees of the Unite Here Retirement Fund in the total amount of $1,550,000 to be paid in two (2) installment payments of $775,000 each and authorize the City Attorney to execute both the Settlement Agreement and a Side Letter to the Settlement Agreement that allows the City to pay the first installment payment by May 9, 2025.
CEQA: Not a Project; File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (City Attorney)
[Rules Committee referral 4/2/2025- Item A.1.a]
Memorandum
Agreement
Side Letter, 3/26/2025
Attachments
4. PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES
5. TRANSPORTATION & AVIATION SERVICES
6. ENVIRONMENTAL & UTILITY SERVICES
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6.1 25-333 Actions Related to the Agreements with MRP Pacifica Marketing III, LLC for San José Clean Energy Resource Adequacy.
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution authorizing the Director of the Energy Department to negotiate and execute a Cover Sheet agreement with MRP Pacifica Marketing III, LLC setting forth common terms for the following four transactions:
(a) Negotiate and execute an agreement with MRP Pacifica Marketing III, LLC to purchase resource adequacy associated with the Tracy Combined Cycle Gas facility for a maximum term of 12 years beginning in 2027, in an amount not to exceed $10,700,000 annually and up to $128,400,000 in aggregate;
(b) Negotiate and execute a further agreement with MRP Pacifica Marketing III, LLC to purchase resource adequacy associated with the Tracy Long-Duration Energy Storage facility for a maximum term of 14 years beginning in 2027, in an amount not to exceed $1,500,000 annually and up to $21,000,000 in aggregate;
(c) Negotiate and execute a further agreement with MRP Pacifica Marketing III, LLC for financial settlements associated with the Tracy Combined Cycle Gas facility for a maximum term of 12 years beginning in 2027, in an amount not to exceed $11,300,000 annually and up to $135,600,000 in aggregate; and
(d) Negotiate and execute a further agreement with MRP Pacifica Marketing III, LLC for financial settlements associated with the Tracy Long-Duration Energy Storage facility for a maximum term of 14 years beginning in 2027, in an amount not to exceed $1,600,000 annually and up to $22,400,000 in aggregate; to be paid solely from the San José Clean Energy Operating Fund and subject to the annual appropriation of funds.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003. Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Energy)
Memorandum
Presentation - est. 5 minutes
Attachments
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6.2 25-334 San José Clean Energy Programs Roadmap Status Report. - DEFERRED Recommendation: As recommended by the Transportation and Environment Committee on March 3, 2025, accept the status report on the San José Clean Energy Programs Roadmap.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action. (Energy)
[Transportation and Environment Committee referral 3/3/2025 - (d)1] DEFERRED TO APRIL 22, 2025 PER ADMINISTRATION
Memorandum
Attachment A
Presentation, 3/3/2025, T&E
Letters from the Public
Attachments
7. NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
8. COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
8.1 25-337 First-Time Homebuyer Loan Program: Equity Share Reduction.
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution:
(a) Approving the reduction of the City’s Equity Share payment from 30% to 15% for the City’s single-family housing portfolio’s First-Time Homebuyer Loan Program in accordance with applicable laws and funding source requirements; and
(b) Authorizing the Housing Director, or his designee, to renegotiate the Equity Sharing provision and negotiate and execute homebuyer loan documents and all other documents, including any amendments thereto, related to the City’s single-family housing portfolio’s First-Time Homebuyer Loan Program in accordance with applicable laws and funding source requirements.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Housing)
[Deferred from 3/25/2025 - Item 8.2 (25-301)]
Memorandum
Resolution
Presentation - est. 5 minutes
Attachments
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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.
10.1 Land Use on Consent Calendar
No Land Use items on Consent Calendar.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
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10.2 25-338 San José Innovative Project Pathway Program Early Consideration Review Process for a Project Located at 323 Terraine Street.
Recommendation: Accept the report and provide direction for the early consideration of projects as part of the San José Innovative Project Pathway Program process for a project located at 323 Terraine Street.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-007, Preliminary direction to staff and eventual action requires approval from decision-making body.
Council District 3. (Planning, Building and Code Enforcement) Memorandum
Memorandum from Mayor, Foley, Salas, Cohen & Candelas, 4/4/25 Presentation - est. 10 minutes
Attachments
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10.3 25-339 San José Innovative Project Pathway Program Early Consideration Review Process for a Project Located at 300 South 1st Street.
Recommendation: Accept the report and provide direction for the early consideration of projects as part of the San José Innovative Project Pathway Program process for a project located at 300 South 1st Street.
CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-007, Preliminary direction to staff and eventual action requires approval from decision-making body.
Council District 3. (Planning, Building and Code Enforcement) Memorandum
Memorandum from Mayor, Foley, Salas, Cohen & Candelas, 4/4/25 Presentation - est. 10 minutes
Letter from the Public
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 David “Mike” Michael Flaugher, who passed away on February 22, 2025. Mike’s life was a testament to dedication, not only to his family but also to his community. He held leadership roles in numerous organizations, including Santa Clara County Open Space Authority, Bay Area Ridge Trail Council, Berryessa Citizens Advisory Council, Berryessa Business Association, and many others. Mike’s legacy of public service, family love, and dedication to his passions will be remembered by all who knew him.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are distributed to a majority of the legislative body will be available for public inspection online at https://sanjose.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx or at the Office of the City Clerk at San José City Hall, 200 E. Santa Clara Street, Tower 14th Floor, San José, CA 95113 at the same time that the public records are distributed or made available to the legislative body. Any draft contracts, ordinances and resolutions posted on the Internet site or distributed in advance of the Council meeting may not be the final documents approved by the City Council. Please go to the Clerk’s Records Database https://records.sanjoseca.gov/Pages/Search.aspx for the final document, or you many also contact the Office of the City Clerk at (408) 535-1260 or [email protected].
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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.
April 8, 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.