City of Santa Clara
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Council and Authorities Concurrent Meeting
4:00 PM Hybrid Meeting
City Hall Council Chambers/Virtual
1500 Warburton Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95050
05/09/2023
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Closed Session - 4:00 PM | Study Session - 5:00 PM | Regular Meeting - 7:00 PM 4:00 PM CLOSED SESSION
Call to Order in the Council Chambers
Assistant City Clerk Pimentel announced that Council will convene at 4:45 p.m. and that City staff is proposing that the Closed Session items not be heard.
Mayor Gillmor called the meeting to order at 4:49 p.m.
City Attorney Googins stated the Closed Session items were deferred and stated that there was no public input.
Mayor Gillmor called a recess at 4:50 p.m.
Roll Call
Councilmember Kathy Watanabe, Councilmember Raj Chahal, Councilmember Karen Hardy, Vice Mayor Kevin Park,
Councilmember Suds Jain, Councilmember Anthony Becker, and Mayor Lisa M. Gillmor
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1.A 23-616
Conference with Real Property Negotiators (CC)
Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.8
Property: 2435 Lafayette Street, Santa Clara, CA 95050; APN 224-35-020 City/Authority Negotiator: Jō
van D. Grogan, City Manager (or designee)
Negotiating Parties: Wesco Properties, Inc./Home Depot
Under Negotiation: Purchase/Sale/Exchange/Lease of Real Property (provisions, price and terms of payment)
1.B 23-617
Conference with Legal Counsel-Existing Litigation (CC)
Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(1)
City of Santa Clara v. Wesco Properties, Inc. et al., Santa Clara County Superior Court Case No. 21CV380278
Public Comment
There was no public comment.
Convene to Closed Session (Council Conference Room)
5:00 PM STUDY SESSION
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Call to Order in the Council Chambers
Mayor Gillmor reconvened the meeting at 5:01 p.m.
2. 23-142 Study Session to review Proposed FY 2023/24 and FY 2024/25 Biennial Operating Budget and FY 2023/24 Capital Improvement Program Budget Changes
Recommendation:
1. Review and provide input on the Proposed FY 2023/24 and FY 2024/25 Biennial Operating Budget and FY 2023/24 Capital Improvement Program Amendments.
City Manager Grogan introduced the Study Session Budget Item and introduced Finance Director Lee.
Finance Director Lee provided the PowerPoint presentation on the proposed FY2023-24 and FY 2024-25 Biennial Operating Budget and FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program budget changes.
Council comments and questions followed.
Public Comment:
Jonathon Evans
Wanda Buck
Finance Director Lee, Silicon Valley Power Director Pineda, and City Manager Grogan responded to questions.
Mayor Gillmor called for a recess at 7:00 p.m.
7:00 PM COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Call to Order
Mayor Gillmor reconvened the meeting at 7:10 p.m.
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Pledge of Allegiance and Statement of Values
Council recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Councilmember Chahal recited the Statement of Values.
Assistant City Clerk Pimentel recited the AB 23 Announcement and Behavioral Standards.
Assistant City Clerk Pimentel also noted that any registered Lobbyist speaking during Public Meeting will need to identify themselves who they represent.
Mayor Gillmor asked for a moment of silence for the victims of the mass shooting at the Allen Premium Outlets in Allen, TX on May 6, 2023.
Mayor Gillmor introduced new City Manager J
ōvan D. Grogan. City
Manager Grogan made a few remarks.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
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3.A 23-562 Action on the Appointment of Youth Commissioners for the FY2023/24 Term
Recommendation: That Council take the following actions related to the FY2023/24 Youth Commission:
a) reappoint Simren Garg, Aarav Gupta, Fatimah Ismail, Khadeejah Khan, Ryan Kim, Kira Liang, Keith Maben, Malia Martin, Samaira Mehta, Hiranya Parekh, Sudeepthi Ravapti, Samarth Sursh, and Sarah Zuo as Youth Commissioners;
b) appoint Namita Gaidhani and Maryam Ismail as Youth Commissioners; and,
c) appoint Julianna Aria Hernandez and Niharika Upplapati as alternates to the Youth Commission.
Recreation Coordinator Kawada gave a verbal report and introduced the recommended Youth Commissioners for FY23/24 for appointed and re-appointment.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by Vice Mayor Park, to approve the following actions related to the FY2023/24 Youth Commission: a) reappoint Simren Garg, Aarav Gupta, Fatimah Ismail, Khadeejah Khan, Ryan Kim, Kira Liang, Keith Maben, Malia Martin, Samaira Mehta, Hiranya PArekh, Sudeepthi Ravapti, Samarth Sursh, and Sarah Zuo as Youth Commissioners; b) appoint Namita Gaidhani and Maryam Ismail as Youth Commissioners; and, c) appoint Julianna Aria Hernandez and Niharika Upplapati as alternates to the Youth Commission.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.B 23-561
3.C 23-450
Recognition of Outgoing Youth Commission Members for FY2022/23 Recreation Coordinator Kawada introduced outgoing Youth Commissioners Jasmine Kelly-Tanti and Rajvi Khanjan Shroff.
Recognition of Red Cross Month and Volunteers of the Red Cross Mayor Gillmor proclaimed March as Red Cross Month in Santa Clara and acknowledged the volunteers of the Red Cross. American Red Cross Boardmembers Saksham Gakhar and Joe Siecinski accepted the proclamation.
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3.D 23-540
3.E 23-483
3.F 23-587
Proclamation of Drinking Water Week May 7-13, 2023
Mayor Gillmor proclaimed May 7 through 13, 2023 as Drinking Water Week. Director of Water and Sewer Welling accepted the
proclamation, introduced staff, and made some remarks.
Presentation by the Senior Advisory Commission on the Upcoming “Be Strong, Live Long” 2023 Health & Wellness Fair
Senior Advisory Commission Chair Nancy Toledo gave a brief presentation on the upcoming Be Strong Live Long 2023 Health and Wellness Fair being held on May 19, 2023 at Fremont Park.
Recognition of Volunteer Donna West
Mayor Gillmor recognized volunteer Donna West.
Mary Grizzle made some remarks about Donna West.
Donna West thanked the Council for the recognition and provided some remarks.
Council comments followed.
REPORTS OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION MATTERS
City Attorney Googins stated there were was nothing to report as the Closed Session items were deferred.
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CONTINUANCES/EXCEPTIONS/RECONSIDERATIONS
23-662
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following members of the public requested Council reconsideration of the 30-Unit Homekey Interim Housing Development:
Ashish Verma
John K. Haggerty
Sierra
Dana
Gautam Kulkari
Erji Wang
Ji
City Attorney Googins responded to the legal concerns brought up by the public and stated there were no legal issues with the information provided by staff at the May 2, 2023 Special Meeting. He further explained the reconsideration process.
There was no motion from the prevailing members for reconsideration as requested by the public.
Vice Mayor Park and Councilmember Chahal requested Council reconsideration for the 30-Unit Homekey Interim Housing Development.
There was no motion from the prevailing members for reconsideration as requested by Vice Mayor Park and Councilmember Chahal.
ECOMMENTS
eComment:
Ashish Verma
A motion was made by Councilmember Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to approve the Consent Calendar.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.A 23-12 Board, Commissions and Committee Minutes
Recommendation: Note and file the Minutes of:
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee - October 24, 2022 Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee - January 23, 2023 Planning Commission - January 11, 2023
Parks & Recreation Commission - March 21, 2023
Senior Advisory Commission - March 27, 2023
A motion was made by Councilmember Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to note and file the minutes of October 24, 2022 and January 23, 2023 Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee; January 11, 2023 Planning Commission; and the March 21, 2023 Parks & Recreation Commission.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.B 23-488
Action on Bills and Claims Report (CC, SCSA, HA) for the period March 4, 2023 - April 7, 2023
Recommendation:
Approve the list of Bills and Claims for March 4, 2023 - April 7, 2023.
A motion was made by Councilmember Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to approve the list of Bills and Claims for March 4, 2023 - April 7, 2023.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.C 23-102 Authorize the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute an Agreement for Services with Cormetech, Inc. for the Replacement of Two Selective Catalytic Reduction Nitrogen Oxides Catalysts and to Provide Ongoing Catalyst Sampling, Testing, Inspection, and Maintenance Services at the Donald Von Raesfeld Power Plant for Silicon Valley Power Recommendation:
1. Determine that the proposed actions are categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations;
2. Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an Agreement for Services with Cormetech, Inc. with a maximum compensation not to exceed $1,000,000 over a five-year term and take any necessary or advisable actions to implement and administer the Agreement; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute amendments to the Agreement to (a) add or delete services consistent with the scope of the services for the Agreement, (b) incorporate future rate adjustments, and (c) increase maximum compensation if required up to a maximum compensation of $1,500,000, subject to the appropriation of funds.
A motion was made by Councilmember Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to: 1) determine that the proposed actions are categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; 2) authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an Agreement for Services with Cormetech, Inc. with a maximum compensation not to exceed $1,000,000 over a five-year term and take any necessary or advisable actions to implement and administer the Agreement; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute
amendments to the Agreement to (a) add or delete services consistent with the scope of the services for the Agreement, (b) incorporate future rate adjustments, and (c) increase maximum compensation if required up to a maximum compensation of $1,500,000, subject to the appropriation of funds.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.D 23-423 Action on Agreement with Noll and Tam Architects for Professional Services for the Patrick Henry Drive Specific Plan Community Art Center Project and Related Budget Amendment
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement with Noll and Tam Architects to provide professional services for the Patrick Henry Drive Specific Plan Community Art Center, in substantially the form presented, with maximum compensation not-to-exceed $529,353, in a final form approved by the City Attorney;
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute change orders limited to the deletion, addition, or modification of services, which result in no increase to the compensation or any other term or condition of the Agreement;
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute amendments to the Agreement to make minor revisions and to extend the term of the agreement as required to complete the project; and
4. Approve the following FY 2022/23 budget amendment in the Parks and Recreation Capital Fund to establish a Patrick Henry Drive Specific Plan Community Art Center Project, establish a project appropriation in the amount of $529,353, and decrease the Mitigation Fee Act fund balance by the same amount (five affirmative Council votes required for the use of unused balances).
A motion was made by Councilmember Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to 1) Authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement with Noll and Tam Architects to provide professional services for the Patrick Henry Drive Specific Plan Community Art Center, in substantially the form presented, with maximum compensation not-to-exceed $529,353, in a final form approved by the City Attorney; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute change orders limited to the deletion, addition, or modification of services, which result in no increase to the compensation or any other term or condition of the Agreement; 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute amendments to the Agreement to make minor revisions and to extend the term of the agreement as required to complete the project; and 4) Approve the following FY 2022/23 budget amendment in the Parks and Recreation Capital Fund to establish a Patrick Henry Drive Specific Plan Community Art Center Project, establish a project appropriation in the amount of $529,353, and decrease the Mitigation Fee Act fund balance by the same amount.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.E 23-331 Action on a Resolution Authorizing the Filing of an Application with the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for Allocation of Transportation Development Act Article 3, Pedestrian and Bicycle Project Funding for Fiscal Year 2023/24
Recommendation:
Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Filing of an Application with the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for Allocation of Transportation Development Act Article 3, Pedestrian and Bicycle Project Funding for Fiscal Year 2023/24.
A motion was made by Councilmember Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to adopt Resolution 23-9222 authorizing the Filing of an Application with the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for Allocation of Transportation Development Act Article 3, Pedestrian and Bicycle Project Funding for Fiscal Year 2023/24.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.F 23-104
Action on a Resolution Regarding the City of Santa Clara’s Intention to Issue Tax-exempt Electric System Bonds for Reimbursement of Expenditures for Certain Capital Improvement Projects of Silicon Valley Power
Recommendation:
Adopt a Resolution regarding the City of Santa Clara’s intention to issue tax-exempt electric system bonds for reimbursement of expenditures for certain Capital Improvement Projects of Silicon Valley Power.
A motion was made by Councilmember Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to adopt Resolution 23-9223 regarding the City of Santa Clara's intentions to issue tax-exempt electric system bonds for reimbursement of expenditures for certain Capital Improvement Projects of Silicon Valley Power.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.G 23-349 Action on a Resolution to Adopt a List of Projects Funded by Senate Bill 1, The Road Repair and Accountability Act, for Fiscal Year 2023-24 Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution to Adopt a List of Projects Funded by Senate Bill 1, The Road Repair and Accountability Act, for Fiscal Year 2023-24.
A motion was made by Councilmember Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to adopt Resolution 23-9224 to adopt a list of projects funded by Senate Bill 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act, for Fiscal Year 2023-24.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.H 23-566
Action on a Resolution approving the 2023 Deferred Compensation Committee Calendar of Meetings, and setting the Number and Start Time of Regular Meetings of the Deferred Compensation Committee.
Recommendation:
Adopt a Resolution approving the 2023 Deferred Compensation Committee Calendar of Meetings, and setting the number and start time of regular Deferred Compensation Committee meetings for 2023.
A motion was made by Councilmember Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to adopt Resolution 23-9225 approving the 2023 Deferred Compensation Committee Calendar of Meetings, and setting the number and start time of regular Deferred Compensation Committee meetings for 2023.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.I 23-487
Action to Adopt a Resolution to Terminate the Proclamation of Emergency Drought Conditions, Continue Stage 2 of the Water Shortage Contingency Plan, and Establish a 15% Voluntary Water Use Reduction Recommendation:
1. Adopt a Resolution to Terminate the Proclamation of Emergency Drought Conditions, Continue Stage 2 of the Water Shortage Contingency Plan, and Adopt a 15% Voluntary Water Use Reduction Compared to 2019 Usage in Alignment with the Valley Water.
A motion was made by Councilmember Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to adopt Resolution 23-9226 to terminate the Proclamation of Emergency Drought Conditions, Continue Step 2 of the Water Shortage Contingency Plan, and adopt a voluntary water use reduction compared to the 2019 usage in alignment with Valley Water.
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Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.J 23-138
Waive First Reading and take Action on the Introduction of an Ordinance to Repeal Chapter 15.45 (Prevention of Flood Damage Code) and Adopt the New Floodplain Management Ordinance Establishing a New Chapter
15.45 (Floodplain Management Regulations) of the Santa Clara City Code. (CEQA: Exempt Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), Projects Which Do Not Have the Potential for Causing a Significant Effect on the Environment)
Recommendation:
Alternative 1: Repeal Chapter 15.45 (Prevention of Flood Damage Code) and adopt the new
Floodplain Management Ordinance establishing a new Chapter 15.45 (Floodplain Management
Regulations).
A motion was made by Councilmember Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to repeal Chapter 15.45 (Prevention of Flood Damage Code) and adopt a new Floodplain Management Ordinance 23-2060 establishing a new Chapter 15.45 (Floodplain Management Regulations).
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
Kirk Vartan spoke about the Public Records Act request he submitted requested Councilmember Park's emails and spoke about the need to create an independent ethics committee as recommended by the Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury.
Matthew Tinsley, Director of the Strong Start Initiative at the Santa Clara County Office of Education, spoke on the need of high quality early care education programs in Santa Clara.
CONSENT ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
There were none.
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5. 23-181 Public Hearing: FY23/24 FINAL Annual Action Plan for the Use of Federal Housing and Urban Development Grant Funds
Recommendation: 1. Approve the 2023-2024 FINAL Annual Action Plan, and direct staff to incorporate all public comment into the final version prior to submission to Housing and Urban Development by May 15, 2023.
Housing Manager Marcus gave a PowerPoint presentation on the FY23/24 Final Annual Action Plan for the Use
of Federal Housing and Urban Development Grant Funds.
Council comments and questions followed.
Public Speakers:
Teresa
John Haggerty
Kathy Betts
Pilar Furlong
Georgia Bacil
Katie Fantin
A motion was made by Councilmember Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to close the Public Hearing.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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A motion was made by Councilmember Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to approve the 2023-2024 Final Annual Action Plan, and direct staff to incorporate all public comment into the final version prior to submission to the Housing and Urban Development by May 15, 2023.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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6. 23-556 Public Hearing: Waive First Reading and take Action on the Introduction of an Ordinance to Amend Zoning Code Section 18.60.050 to Permit Fuel Cells and Photovoltaic Panels as an Allowable Use without Need for a Use Permit, as well as Require Other Electric Power Plants to Adhere to State of California Emissions Requirements in MP - Planned Industrial, ML - Light Industrial, MH - Heavy Industrial, B - Public, Quasi-Public, and Public Park or Recreation, and PD - Planned Development Zoning Districts Recommendation:
Waive First Reading and Introduce an Ordinance to Amend Zoning Code Section 18.60.050 to Permit Fuel Cells and Photovoltaic Panels as an Allowable Use without Need for a Use Permit, as well as Require Other Electric Power Plants to Adhere to State of California Emissions Requirements in MP - Planned Industrial, ML - Light Industrial, MH - Heavy Industrial, B - Public, Quasi-Public, and Public Park or Recreation, and PD - Planned Development Zoning Districts
Community Development Assistant Director Brilliot gave a PowerPoint presentation on amending the zoning code section 18.60.050 to permit fuels cells and photovoltaic panels as an allowable use without need for a use permit & require other electric power plants to adhere to State of California emissions requirements in MP, ML, MH, B, and PD Zoning districts.
Council comments and questions followed.
Public Speaker:
John Haggerty
A motion was made by Councilmember Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to close the Public Hearing.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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A motion was made by Councilmember Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to waive first reading and introduce Ordinance 23-2061 to amend Zoning Code Section 18.60.050 to permit fuels cells and photovoltaic panels as an allowable use without need for a use permit, as well as require other electric power plants to adhere to State of California Emissions Requirements in MP Planned Industrial, ML - Light Industrial, MH - Heavy Industrial, B - Public, Quasi-Public and Public Park or Recreation, and PD - Planned Development Zoning Districts.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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REPORTS OF MEMBERS AND SPECIAL COMMITTEES
Vice Mayor Park reported attended two Asian American Awareness events with a Santa Clara County Supervisor Simitian and Asian Americans for Community Involvement of Santa Clara County (AACI) and a Town Hall by Congressman Khanna and Congresswoman Lee recognizing Asian Americans in their communities.
Councilmember Jain reported that from May 1 - May 3, 2023 he attended the Northern California Power Agency Federal Policy Conference and met with staff members from the offices of Congresswoman Eshoo, Congressman Khanna, and Senator Feinstein.
Councilmember Watanabe reported that she attended the event with Santa Clara County Supervisor Simitian.
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT
There were none.
23-634 Tentative Meeting Agenda Calendar (TMAC)
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Becker, to adjourn the meeting at 9:37 p.m. in memory of Bishop Patrick J. McGrath.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Vice Mayor Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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The next regular scheduled meeting is on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 in the City Hall Council Chambers.