City of Santa Clara
Meeting Minutes
Joint Council and Authorities Concurrent &
Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board
6:00 PM Hybrid Meeting
City Hall Council Chambers/Virtual
1500 Warburton Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95050
04/09/2024
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Closed Session - 6:00 PM | Regular Meeting - 7:00 PM
6:00 PM CLOSED SESSION
Call to Order in the Council Chambers
Mayor Gillmor called the meeting to order at 6:06 p.m.
Confirmation of Quorum
Deputy City Clerk Estabillo confirmed a quorum of the Council.
1. 24-350 Conference with Labor Negotiators (CC)
Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54957.6
City representatives: Jovan D. Grogan, Nadine Nader, Aracely Azevedo, Marco Mercado, Charles Sakai, Glen R. Googins
Employee Organization(s):
Units #5, 7 & 8 - City of Santa Clara Employees Association Public Comment
There were none.
Convene to Closed Session (Council Conference Room)
Mayor Gillmor convened the meeting into Closed Session at 6:06 p.m. 7:00 PM JOINT CITY COUNCIL /STADIUM AUTHORITY BOARD MEETING Call to Order in the Council Chambers
Mayor/Chair Gillmor called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
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Pledge of Allegiance and Statement of Values
Council/Board recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Council/Boardmember Park recited the Statement of Values.
Deputy City Clerk/Secretary Estabillo recited the AB23 announcement and Statement of Behavioral Standards.
Deputy City Clerk/Secretary Estabillo also noted that any registered Lobbyist speaking during Public Meeting will need to identify themselves and who they represent.
Deputy City Clerk/Secretary Estabillo announced that Vice Mayor/Chair Becker would be participating remotely and that his teleconferenced location was included on the posted agenda.
Roll Call
Council/Boardmember Kathy Watanabe, Council/Boardmember Raj Chahal, Council/Boardmember Karen Hardy, Council/Boardmember Kevin Park, Council/Boardmember Suds Jain, Vice Mayor/Chair Anthony Becker, and Mayor/Chair Lisa M. Gillmor
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REPORTS OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION MATTERS
City Attorney/Legal Counsel Googins reported that the
Council/Authority Board met in Closed Session April 8, 2024 and that there was no reportable action.
City Attorney/Legal Counsel Googins stated that the Council/Authority Board voted to release a Public Statement in response to the Closed Session. The vote was four Council/Boardmembers in favor, two Council/Boardmembers in opposition; and one absent with Council/Boardmembers Hardy and Watanabe voting no and Mayor/ Chair Gillmor not present during the vote.
City Attorney Googins reported that the Council also met in Closed Session tonight and that there was no reportable action.
CONTINUANCES/EXCEPTIONS/RECONSIDERATIONS
Mayor/Chair Gillmor moved Item 6 to be heard after Consent Items Pulled for Discussion.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
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2.A 24-1595 Proclamation of Earth Day/Arbor Day 2024
Mayor Gillmor on behalf of the Council proclaimed April 11 as Earth Day/Arbor Day 2024.
Public Works Director Mobeck along with staff accepted the proclamation.
2.B 24-1630 Recognition of 2024 Relay for Life
Mayor Gillmor, on behalf of the Council, recognized the 2024 Relay for Life event on April 27.
Jonathon Oh accepted the recognition and spoke about the American Cancer Society and Relay for Life.
2.C 24-255 Proclamation of April 7-13, 2024 as National Library Week Mayor Gillmor, on behalf of the Council, proclaimed April 7-April 13 as National Library Week.
City Librarian Wong and Board of Library Trustees Chair Evans accepted the proclamation and shared a few remarks.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Vice Mayor/Chair Becker pulled Item 3.H for discussion.
A motion was made by Council/Boardmember Hardy, seconded by Council/Boardmember Jain, to approve the balance of the Consent Calendar.
Aye:
Council/Boardmember Watanabe, Council/Boardmember Chahal, Council/Boardmember Hardy, Council/Boardmember Park, Council/ Boardmember Jain, Vice Mayor/Chair Becker, and Mayor/Chair Gillmor
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3.A 24-329 Action on the March 12, 2024 Joint Council and Stadium Authority Board Special Meeting and March 19, 2024 Joint Council and Authorities Concurrent and Stadium Authority Meeting.
Recommendation:
Approve Minutes of the March 12, 2024 Joint Council and Stadium Authority Board Special Meeting and March 19, 2024 Joint Council and Authorities Concurrent and Stadium Authority Meeting.
A motion was made by Council/Boardmember Hardy, seconded by Council/Boardmember Jain, to approve Minutes of the March 12, 2024 Joint Council and Stadium Authority Board Special Meeting and March 19, 2024 Joint Council and Authorities Concurrent and Stadium Authority Meeting.
Aye: Council/Boardmember Watanabe, Council/Boardmember Chahal, Council/Boardmember Hardy, Council/Boardmember Park, Council/ Boardmember Jain, Vice Mayor/Chair Becker, and Mayor/Chair Gillmor
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3.B 24-06 Board, Commissions and Committee Minutes
Recommendation: Note and file the Minutes of:
Board of Library Trustees - February 5, 2024
Parks & Recreation Commission - January 16, 2024
Senior Advisory Commission - February 26, 2024
Audit Committee - November 15, 2023
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to note and file the minutes of the February 5, 2024 Board of Library Trustees; January 16, 2024 Parks & Recreation Commission; February 26, 2024 Senior Advisory Commission; and November 15, 2023 Audit Committee.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.C 24-262
Action on City Bills and Claims Report for the period February 3, 2024 - March 8, 2024
Recommendation:
Approve the list of Bills and Claims for February 3, 2024 - March 8, 2024.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to approve the list of Bills and Claims for February 3, 2024 - March 8, 2024.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.D 24-283 Action on Monthly Financial Status and Investment Reports for January 2024 and to Approve the Related Budget Amendments
Recommendation: 1. Note and file the Monthly Financial Status Report and Monthly Investment Report for January 2024 as presented; and
2. Approve the following FY 2023/24 Budget Amendments:
a. Recognize ambulance transport revenue in the amount of $208,500 and wildland deployment reimbursements in the
amount of $67,306 in the General Fund and appropriate to the Fire Department (five affirmative Council votes
required to appropriate additional revenue);
b. Implement technical adjustments in the Convention Center Enterprise Fund to align with the Management Agreement, including reallocating $367,851 from the Indirect Expenses appropriation and $93,891 from the unrestricted ending fund balance to the Interfund Services appropriation for property insurance costs in the amount of $280,583 and to the
Materials, Services, and Supplies appropriation for the management incentive fee in the amount of $181,159
(majority affirmative Council votes required);
c. Increase the Stationary Standby Generators Project by $292,800 in the Public Buildings Capital Fund, offset by a transfer from the Electric Utility Capital Fund in the amount of $37,900 that is funded by a reduction in the Electric Yard Buildings and Grounds Project and a transfer from the Water Utility Capital Fund in the amount of $254,900 that is funded by a reduction to the Buildings and Grounds Project (five affirmative Council votes required to appropriate
additional revenue);
d. Establish the Fire Station Washer and Dryers Project in the amount of $72,000 and the Fire Station 3 Sprinklers Project in the amount of $66,000 in the Fire Department Capital Fund, offset by a decrease to the Diesel Exhaust Removal Systems Project in the amount of $138,000 (majority
affirmative Council votes required);
e. Recognize and appropriate Other Fees for Services in the Fire Development Services Fund in the amount of $135,940 for Fire Department overtime to support development
services (five affirmative Council votes required to
appropriate additional revenue);
f. Recognize and appropriate grant funding in the Library Operating Grant Trust Fund in the amount of $10,210 for the Pacific Library Partnership California Library Services Act Distribution of Funds grant (five affirmative Council votes required to appropriate additional revenue);
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g. Increase the Sanitary Sewer System Improvements Project in the amount of $4,450,000 and the S.J.-S.C. Regional
Wastewater Facility Project in the amount of $20,000 in the Sewer Utility Capital Fund, offset by a decrease in the unrestricted ending fund balance in the amount of
$4,470,000 (five affirmative Council votes required for the use of unused balances);
h. Transfer $353,000 from the Solid Waste Fund to the Sanitary Landfill Development - Post Closure Project in the Solid Waste Capital Fund to account for repairs required following the storms (five affirmative Council votes required to
appropriate additional revenue); and
i. Increase the Distribution System Replacement and
Restoration Project by $2,100,000 and the Tank
Rehabilitation Project by $10,000 in the Water Utility Capital Fund, offset by a decrease to the unrestricted ending fund balance of $2,110,000 (five affirmative Council votes
required for the use of unused balances).
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to noote and file the Monthly Financial Status Report and Monthly Investment Report for January 2024 as presented; and approve the following FY 2023/24 Budget
Amendments: a) Recognize ambulance transport revenue in the amount of $208,500 and wildland deployment reimbursements in the amount of $67,306 in the General Fund and appropriate to the Fire Department; b) Implement technical adjustments in the Convention Center Enterprise Fund to align with the Management Agreement, including reallocating $367,851 from the Indirect Expenses appropriation and $93,891 from the unrestricted ending fund balance to the Interfund Services appropriation for property insurance costs in the amount of $280,583 and to the Materials, Services, and Supplies appropriation for the management incentive fee in the amount of $181,159; c) Increase the Stationary Standby Generators Project by $292,800 in the Public Buildings Capital Fund, offset by a transfer from the Electric Utility Capital Fund in the amount of $37,900 that is funded by a reduction in the Electric Yard Buildings and Grounds Project and a transfer from the Water Utility Capital Fund in the amount of $254,900 that is funded by a reduction to the Buildings and Grounds Project; d) Establish the Fire Station Washer and Dryers Project in the amount of $72,000 and the Fire Station 3 Sprinklers Project in the amount of $66,000 in the Fire Department Capital Fund, offset by a decrease to the Diesel Exhaust Removal Systems Project in the amount of $138,000; e) Recognize
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and appropriate Other Fees for Services in the Fire Development Services Fund in the amount of $135,940 for Fire Department overtime to support development services; f) Recognize and appropriate grant funding in the Library Operating Grant Trust Fund in the amount of $10,210 for the Pacific Library Partnership California Library Services Act Distribution of Funds grant; g) Increase the Sanitary Sewer System Improvements Project in the amount of $4,450,000 and the S.J.-S.C. Regional Wastewater Facility Project in the amount of $20,000 in the Sewer Utility Capital Fund, offset by a decrease in the unrestricted ending fund balance in the amount of $4,470,000; h) Transfer $353,000 from the Solid Waste Fund to the Sanitary Landfill Development - Post Closure Project in the Solid Waste Capital Fund to account for repairs required following the storms; and i) Increase the Distribution System Replacement and Restoration Project by $2,100,000 and the Tank Rehabilitation Project by $10,000 in the Water Utility Capital Fund, offset by a decrease to the unrestricted ending fund balance of $2,110,000.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.E 24-266 Action on Award of Contract for the Bowers Avenue Junction 60 kV Transmission Line Project Contract No. 2457B to Hot Line Construction Inc.
Recommendation:
1. Award the Public Works Contract for the Bowers Avenue Junction 60 kV Transmission Line Project Contract No. 2457B to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Hot Line Construction Inc., in the amount of $505,550, and authorize the City Manager to execute any and all contracts and other documents associated with, and necessary for the award, completion, and acceptance of the Project in final forms approved by the City Attorney, and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute change orders up to approximately 15 percent of the original contract price, or $75,832.50, for a total not to exceed amount of $581,382.50.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to award the Public Works Contract for the Bowers Avenue Junction 60 kV Transmission Line Project Contract No. 2457B to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Hot Line Construction Inc., in the amount of $505,550, and authorize the City Manager to execute any and all contracts and other documents associated with, and necessary for the award, completion, and acceptance of the Project in final forms approved by the City Attorney, and authorize the City Manager to execute change orders up to approximately 15 percent of the original contract price, or $75,832.50, for a total not to exceed amount of $581,382.50.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.F 24-136 Action on Award of Contract for the Permanent Changeable Message Signs Project to Tennyson Electric, LLC. and Related Budget Amendments Recommendation: 1. Determine that the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of Title 14 of California Code of Regulations;
2. Award the Public Works Contract for the Permanent Changeable Message Sign Project, to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Tennyson Electric, LLC, in the amount of $3,042,385 and authorize the City Manager to execute any and all documents associated with and necessary for the award, completion, and acceptance of this Project, in a final form approved by the City Attorney;
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute change orders up to approximately 15 percent of the original contract price, or $456,360, for a total contract not-to-exceed amount of $3,498,745; and
4. Approve the following FY 2023/24 budget amendments:
a. In the Streets and Highways Capital Fund, increase the Other Revenue estimate to recognize funding from the Stadium
Authority, establish a transfer to the Gas Tax Fund in the amount of $747,880, and increase the Changeable Message Signs
project by $252,120 (five affirmative Council votes required to appropriate additional revenue);
b. In the Gas Tax Fund recognize a transfer from the Streets and Highways Capital Fund and increase the Unrestricted Ending Fund Balance by $747,880 (five affirmative Council votes required to appropriate additional revenue).
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to determine that the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of Title 14 of California Code of Regulations; award the Public Works Contract for the Permanent Changeable Message Sign Project, to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Tennyson Electric, LLC, in the amount of $3,042,385 and authorize the City Manager to execute any and all documents associated with and necessary for the award, completion, and acceptance of this Project, in a final form approved by the City Attorney; authorize the City Manager to execute change orders up to approximately 15 percent of the original contract price, or $456,360, for a total contract not-to-exceed amount of $3,498,745; and approve the following FY 2023/24 budget amendments: a) In the Streets and Highways Capital Fund, increase the Other Revenue estimate to recognize funding from the Stadium Authority, establish a transfer to the Gas Tax Fund in the amount of $747,880, and increase the Changeable Message Signs project by $252,120; b) in the Gas Tax Fund recognize a transfer from the
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Streets and Highways Capital Fund and increase the Unrestricted Ending Fund Balance by $747,880.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.G 24-267
Action on Award of Contract for the Stender Way Junction Transmission Line Extension Project Contract No. 2448-9668 to Hot Line Construction Inc.
Recommendation:
1. Award the Public Works Contract for the Stender Way Junction Transmission Line Extension Project Contract No. 2448-9668 to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Hot Line Construction Inc., in the amount of $1,597,659, and authorize the City Manager to execute any and all contracts and documents associated with, and necessary for the award, completion, and acceptance of this Project in final forms approved by the City Attorney; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute change orders up to approximately 15 percent of the original contract price, or $239,648.85, for a total not to exceed amount of $1,837,307.85.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to award the Public Works Contract for the Stender Way Junction Transmission Line Extension Project Contract No. 2448-9668 to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Hot Line Construction Inc., in the amount of $1,597,659, and authorize the City Manager to execute any and all contracts and documents associated with, and necessary for the award, completion, and acceptance of this Project in final forms approved by the City Attorney; and authorize the City Manager to execute change orders up to approximately 15 percent of the original contract price, or $239,648.85, for a total not to exceed amount of $1,837,307.85.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.I 24-295 Action on Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with Mesa Energy Systems, Inc. for As-Needed HVAC and Chiller Inspection and Maintenance Services for Silicon Valley Power
Recommendation:
1. Determine the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Sections 15301 (Class 1 -Existing Facilities) and 15302 (Class 2 - Replacement or Reconstruction) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations;
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement for Services with Mesa Energy Systems, Inc., increasing the maximum compensation by $1,250,000 for a new maximum
compensation of $2,000,000; and
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the Agreement as amended and negotiate and execute amendments to (a) add or delete services consistent with the scope of services; (b) adjust future rates to account for reasonable changes in labor and materials rates; (c) exercise up to five one-year option to extend the term of the Agreement through December 31, 2031; and (d) increase the maximum compensation by an additional $2,000,000 for a total maximum compensation not to exceed $4,000,000 over a 10-year term, subject to the appropriation of funds and the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to determine the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Sections 15301 (Class 1 -Existing Facilities) and 15302 (Class 2 - Replacement or Reconstruction) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement for Services with Mesa Energy Systems, Inc., increasing the maximum compensation by $1,250,000 for a new maximum compensation of $2,000,000; and authorize the City Manager or designee to take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the Agreement as amended and negotiate and execute amendments to (a) add or delete services consistent with the scope of services; (b) adjust future rates to account for reasonable changes in labor and materials rates; (c) exercise up to five one-year option to extend the term of the Agreement through December 31, 2031; and (d) increase the maximum compensation by an additional $2,000,000 for a total maximum compensation not to exceed $4,000,000 over a 10-year term, subject to the appropriation of funds and the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.J 24-225 Action to Approve Modifications to Existing Classified Classification Specifications Represented by the Santa Clara Employees’ Association (Units 5/7/8)
Recommendation:
Approve the removal of the typing certification and/or words per minute (WPM) requirement as part of the recruitment testing process for various existing classified class specifications represented by the Santa Clara Employees’ Association (Units 5/7/8).
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to approve the removal of the typing certification and/or words per minute (WPM) requirement as part of the recruitment testing process for various existing classified class specifications represented by the Santa Clara Employees’ Association (Units 5/7/8).
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.K 24-328
Action to Authorize the Use of City Electric Forces for New Dark Fiber Installations at 2625 Walsh Avenue - 2972 Stender Way
Recommendation:
1. Determine the proposed action is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15303 (Class 3 - New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; and
2. Declare and determine in accordance with Section 1310 of the City Charter that the public works located at 2625 Walsh Avenue to 2972 Stender Way are better performed by the City with its own employees based on the information set forth in this Report to Council and authorize the performance of this public work consistent with this authorization.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to determine the proposed action is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15303 (Class 3 - New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; and declare and determine in accordance with Section 1310 of the City Charter that the public works located at 2625 Walsh Avenue to 2972 Stender Way are better performed by the City with its own employees based on the information set forth in this Report to Council and authorize the performance of this public work consistent with this authorization.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.L 24-275 Action on a Resolution Acknowledging Receipt by City Council of a State-Mandated Compliance Report on Required Annual Fire Inspections of Certain Occupancies
Recommendation:
Adopt a Resolution acknowledging receipt of a report made by the Fire Chief of the Santa Clara Fire Department regarding the inspection of certain occupancies requiring annual inspections in such occupancies pursuant to sections 13146.2 and 13146.3 of the California Health and Safety Code.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to adopt Resolution 24-9312 acknowledging receipt of a report made by the Fire Chief of the Santa Clara Fire Department regarding the inspection of certain occupancies requiring annual inspections in such occupancies pursuant to sections 13146.2 and 13146.3 of the California Health and Safety Code.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.M 24-279
Adopt a Resolution Declaring the Results of the Canvass of Returns of the Consolidated Special Municipal Election held on March 5, 2024 with the Statewide Presidential Primary Election
Recommendation:
Adopt a resolution reciting the fact of the Consolidated Special Municipal Election held on March 5, 2024 with the Statewide Presidential Primary Election, declaring the results, and other related matters.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to adopt Resolution 24-9313 reciting the fact of the Consolidated Special Municipal Election held on March 5, 2024 with the Statewide Presidential Primary Election, declaring the results, and other related matters.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.N 24-1164 Action on Resolution Establishing the Political Campaign Voluntary Expenditure Limit and Campaign Contribution Limits for the November 5, 2024 Municipal Election; Information on Levine Act (SB1439) Requirements
Recommendation:
Adopt a Resolution establishing the Political Campaign Voluntary Expenditure Limit and Campaign Contribution Limit for the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election with:
the voluntary expenditure limit set to $48,290 based on CPI adjustments for city-wide contests and sets a separate voluntary expenditure limit for district-based contests not to exceed $26,110 (with future adjustments based on CPI). City Council sets the individual campaign contributions based on CPI adjustments as:
· $660 for candidates who accept the voluntary expenditure limit · $320 for candidates who do not accept the voluntary expenditure limit
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to adopt Resolution 24-3914 establishing the Political Campaign Voluntary Expenditure Limit and Campaign Contribution Limit for the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election with the voluntary expenditure limit set to $48,290 based on CPI adjustments for city-wide contests and sets a separate voluntary expenditure limit for district-based contests not to exceed $26,110 (with future adjustments based on CPI). City Council sets the individual campaign contributions based on CPI adjustments as $660 for candidates who accept the voluntary expenditure limit; and $320 for candidates who do not accept the voluntary expenditure limit.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.O 24-244
Consideration of the Addition of Names to the City Street Name List including James McNamara, Carla Munoz, Doug Towne, Troy Buzzell, Dave Euerle, Lance Michaelis, and William Kelly.
Recommendation:
Approve the addition of seven names to the City Street Name List, as follows: James McNamara, Carla Munoz, Doug Towne, Troy Buzzell, Dave Euerle, Lance Michaelis, and William Kelly
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to approve the addition of seven names to the City Street Name List, as follows: James McNamara, Carla Munoz, Doug Towne, Troy Buzzell, Dave Euerle, Lance Michaelis, and William Kelly.
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Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.P 24-338
Action to Approve Adoption of an Ordinance Readopting the Expired Sidewalk Vendor Stadium Pilot Program with a New Sunset Date and Slightly Expanded Footprint
Recommendation:
1. Waive Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2067 amending Chapter 5.05 (“Solicitors and Peddlers”) of the Santa Clara City Code to readopt the Street Vending Stadium Pilot Program to run through February 28, 2025, and modifying Section 5.05.430 (“Time, Place or Manner Restrictions”) to include Old Glory Lane west of Great America Parkway.
2. Authorize City Manager to waive fees and taxes for all required City business licenses and permits, for qualified sidewalk vendors operating at stadium events through the new sunset date on a first come first served basis in an amount not to exceed $30,000, less fees/taxes previously waived.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to waive Second Reading and Adopt
Ordinance No. 2067 amending Chapter 5.05 (“Solicitors and Peddlers”) of the Santa Clara City Code to readopt the Street Vending Stadium Pilot Program to run through February 28, 2025, and modifying Section 5.05.430 (“Time, Place or Manner
Restrictions”) to include Old Glory Lane west of Great America Parkway; and authorize City Manager to waive fees and taxes for all required City business licenses and permits, for qualified sidewalk vendors operating at stadium events through the new sunset date on a first come first served basis in an amount not to exceed $30,000, less fees/taxes previously waived.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.A 24-301 Action on Stadium Authority Bills and Claims for the Month of January 2024 Recommendation: Approve the list of Stadium Authority Bills and Claims for January 2024.
A motion was made by Boardmember Hardy, seconded by
Boardmember Jain, to approve the list of Stadium Authority Bills and Claims for January 2024.
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Aye: Boardmember Watanabe, Boardmember Chahal, Boardmember Hardy, Boardmember Park, Boardmember Jain, Vice Chair Becker, and Chair Gillmor
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4.B 24-333 Action on Stadium Manager’s Request to Approve an Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement with Bear Electrical Solutions, Inc. to Extend the Term and Increase Rates for Electrical Maintenance and Repair Services at Levi’s Stadium
Recommendation:
Approve the Stadium Manager’s request to execute an Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement with Bear Electrical Services, Inc. to extend the term for one year beginning May 5, 2024 to May 4, 2025 with an option to extend for one additional year, in an amount not to exceed $350,000 for the fourth contract year and a total not to exceed amount of $1,770,000 over the four year term, subject to budget appropriations.
A motion was made by Boardmember Hardy, seconded by
Boardmember Jain, to approve the Stadium Manager’s request to execute an Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement with Bear Electrical Services, Inc. to extend the term for one year beginning May 5, 2024 to May 4, 2025 with an option to extend for one additional year, in an amount not to exceed $350,000 for the fourth contract year and a total not to exceed amount of $1,770,000 over the four year term, subject to budget appropriations.
Aye:
Boardmember Watanabe, Boardmember Chahal, Boardmember
Hardy, Boardmember Park, Boardmember Jain, Vice Chair Becker, and Chair Gillmor
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PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
Howard Gibbins spoke about the Council Priority Session meetings and encouraged residents to attend more meetings.
Debbie Tryforos spoke about the Soroptimist International of Santa Clara Silicon Valley "The Classy Bag Affair" fundraiser being held on May 18, 2024 at the Marriott Hotel.
Kevin Zacher spoke about the International Swim Center and urged the City to open the facility up.
Vikas Gupta spoke about the International Swim Center and urged the City to open the facility up.
Surinder Dhaliwall shared brief comments and thanked the Council for the work they are doing.
Julie Corrigan gave an update on the Santa Clara Swim Club team short-course season and announced that the team recently won two meets.
City Clerk Hosam Haggag announced that a few minutes ago marked the end of the month of Ramadan and ushered in the beginning of Eid.
CONSENT ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
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3.H 24-1519 Action on the Updated Park Master Plan with Preferred Playground Schematic Design for Henry Schmidt Park, Introduction of an Ordinance to Ensure Compliance with Measure R, and Related Budget Amendments Recommendation:
1. Determine that the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities); Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures); Section 15304 (Minor Alterations to Land); and Section 15304 (Replacement of Existing Landscaping with Water Efficient Landscaping) of Title 14 of California Code of Regulations;
2. Recommend that Council approve the updated Henry Schmidt Park master plan with preferred playground schematic design;
3. Approve the FY 2023/24 budget amendment in the Parks & Recreation Capital Fund to increase the Henry Schmidt Playground rehabilitation project appropriation by $275,000 and decrease the Mitigation Fee Act fund balance by the same amount (five affirmative Council votes required for the use of unused balances); and
4. Waive first reading and introduce an ordinance authorizing the substantial building, construction, reconstruction and development of Henry Schmidt Park in accordance with the Henry Schmidt Park master plan.
Vice Mayor Becker pulled this item for discussion.
Assistant City Manager/Acting Parks and Recreation Director Bojorquez responded to Council questions.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to determine that the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities); Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures); Section 15304 (Minor Alterations to Land); and Section 15304 (Replacement of Existing Landscaping with Water Efficient Landscaping) of Title 14 of California Code of Regulations; to recommend that Council approve the updated Henry Schmidt Park master plan with preferred playground schematic design; to approve the FY 2023/24 budget amendment in the Parks & Recreation Capital Fund to increase the Henry Schmidt Playground rehabilitation project appropriation by $275,000 and decrease the Mitigation Fee Act fund balance by the same amount; and to waive first reading and introduce an ordinance authorizing the substantial building, construction, reconstruction and development of Henry Schmidt Park in accordance with the Henry Schmidt Park master plan.
A friendly amendment was made by Vice Mayor Becker to include the upcycling of any old and/or reusable material in the rehabilitation project.
Councilmember Hardy and Councilmember Chahal accepted the friendly amendment.
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A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to determine that the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities); Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small
Structures); Section 15304 (Minor Alterations to Land); and Section 15304 (Replacement of Existing Landscaping with Water Efficient Landscaping) of Title 14 of California Code of Regulations; to recommend that Council approve the updated Henry Schmidt Park master plan with preferred playground schematic design; to approve the FY 2023/24 budget amendment in the Parks &
Recreation Capital Fund to increase the Henry Schmidt Playground rehabilitation project appropriation by $275,000 and decrease the Mitigation Fee Act fund balance by the same amount; to waive first reading and introduce an ordinance authorizing the substantial building, construction, reconstruction and development of Henry Schmidt Park in accordance with the Henry Schmidt Park master plan; and to upcycle any old and/or reusable material in the rehabilitation project.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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5. 24-73 Study Session - Americans with Disabilities Act Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
Recommendation:
Note and file Study Session Report and provide any feedback on the draft Americans with Disabilities Act Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan.
Vice Mayor Becker left the meeting at 8:56 p.m.
Public Works Director Mobeck gave a PowerPoint presentation on the Americans with Disabilities Act Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan.
Council questions followed.
Public Works Director Mobeck responded to Council questions.
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to note and file the Study Session report.
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6. 24-100 Study Session on the Fiscal Year 2024/25 Municipal Fee Schedule Recommendation: Review and Provide Input on the Proposed Fiscal Year 2024/25 Municipal Fee Schedule.
Finance Director Lee introduced this item.
Consultant Terry Madsen with Clear Source provided a PowerPoint presentation on the Fiscal Year 2024/25 Municipal Fee Schedule.
Council questions followed.
Mayor Gillmor called for a meeting recess at 8:22 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 8:31 p.m.
City Manager Grogan, Finance Director Lee, Consultant Madsen responded to Council questions.
Public comment:
Vikas Gupta
Public Speaker
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to note and file the report.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: 1 - Vice Mayor Becker
REPORTS OF MEMBERS, SPECIAL COMMITTEES AND COUNCILMEMBER 030 REQUESTS Council/Boardmember Watanabe recognized the Santa Clara Women's Club and reported it celebrated their 120 years in the City with a celebration at the Adobe on April 5, 2024.
Council/Boardmember Park reported attending the Women's Club celebration and noted that he will be making a request to attend the Asian American Pacific Leadership Summit on June 19-21, 2024.
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT
There was no City Manager/Executive Director report.
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ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Council/Boardmember Hardy, seconded by Council/Boardmember Chahal, to adjourn the meeting at 9:48 p.m. in memory of Bruce Augason, Clarence Robert Tower, Robert “Bob” Hall Morgan.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
The next regular scheduled meeting is on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 in the City Hall Council Chambers.
Absent: 1 - Vice Mayor Becker
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