City of Santa Clara
Joint Meeting Minutes of the
City Council and Authorities Concurrent
& Santa Clara Stadium Authority
7:00 PM Hybrid Meeting
City Hall Council Chambers/Virtual
1500 Warburton Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95050
07/16/2024
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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 7:04 PM.
Pledge of Allegiance and Statement of Values
Council/Board recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Council/Boardmember Park recited the Statement of Values.
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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Assistant City Clerk/Secretary Pimentel recited the AB23 announcement and Statement of Behavioral Standards.
Assistant City Clerk/Secretary Pimentel also noted that any registered Lobbyist speaking during the Public Meeting will need to identify themselves and who they represent.
CONTINUANCES/EXCEPTIONS/RECONSIDERATIONS
CONSENT CALENDAR
None.
Mayor Gillmor noted that she is abstaining on Item 1.E due to a potential conflict of interest as the subject item is in close to her office.
City Attorney Googins noted that Item 1.Q is intended to repeal and replace the resolution previously adopted from June 25, 2024 Joint Council and Authorities Concurrent & Stadium Authority Meeting to correct some errors in the salary plan that was adopted.
A motion was made by Council/Boardmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor/Chair Becker, to approve the Consent Calendar.
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1.A 24-649 Action on the May 7, 2024 Joint Council and Authorities Concurrent & Stadium Authority Meeting Minutes; May 13, 2024 Special City Council Meeting Minutes; and May 14, 2024 Special City Council Meeting Minutes Recommendation:
Approve the meeting minutes of: May 7, 2024 Joint Council and Authorities Concurrent & Stadium Authority Meeting, May 13, 2024 Special City Council Meeting, and May 14, 2024 Special City Council Meeting.
A motion was made by Council/Boardmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor/Chair Becker, to approve the meeting minutes of: May 7, 2024 Joint Council and Authorities Concurrent & Stadium Authority Meeting, May 13, 2024 Special City Council Meeting, and May 14, 2024 Special City Council Meeting.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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1.B 24-13
Board, Commissions and Committee Minutes
Recommendation: Note and file the Minutes of:
Parks & Recreation Commission - June 18, 2024
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to note and file the Minutes of Parks & Recreation Commission - June 18, 2024.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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1.C 24-619
Action on City Bills and Claims Report for the period May 4, 2024 - June 7, 2024
Recommendation:
Approve the list of Bills and Claims for May 4, 2024 - June 7, 2024.
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to approve the list of Bills and Claims for May 4, 2024 - June 7, 2024.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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1.D 24-663 Action on Monthly Financial Status and Investment Reports for May 2024 Recommendation: Note and file the Monthly Financial Status and Monthly Investment Reports for May 2024 as presented.
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to note and file the Monthly Financial Status and Monthly Investment Reports for May 2024 as presented.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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1.E 24-390
Action on the Historic Preservation Agreement (Mills Act Contract) (PLN23-00507) for 1059 Madison Street
Recommendation:
1. Determine that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15331(Class 31 - Historical Resource Restoration / Rehabilitation); and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Mills Act Contract in a final form approved by the City Attorney, and adopt the 10-Year Restoration and Maintenance Plan associated with the property at 1059 Madison Street.
Mayor Gillmor noted that she is abstaining on this due to a potential conflict of interest as the subject item is in close to her office.
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to (1) determine that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section
15331(Class 31 - Historical Resource Restoration / Rehabilitation); and (2) authorize the City Manager to execute a Mills Act Contract in a final form approved by the City Attorney, and adopt the 10-Year Restoration and Maintenance Plan associated with the property at 1059 Madison Street.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Vice Mayor Becker
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1.F 24-252 Action on Agreements with Advanced Lighting Services Inc. and American Power Solutions Inc. for Citywide LED Lighting Retrofit and Replacement for City Facilities and As-Needed Services
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute agreements with Advanced Lighting Services Inc. and American Power Solutions Inc. to provide Citywide LED Lighting Retrofit and Replacement Services for an initial two-year term starting on or around July 15, 2024 and ending on or around July 14, 2026, with an aggregate maximum compensation not-to-exceed $500,000, in final forms approved by the City Attorney; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute amendments to the agreement to make minor modifications and to extend the term up to one year after the initial term, subject to the appropriation of funds and in final forms approved by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to (1) authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute agreements with Advanced Lighting Services Inc. and American Power Solutions Inc. to provide Citywide LED Lighting Retrofit and Replacement Services for an initial two-year term starting on or around July 15, 2024 and ending on or around July 14, 2026, with an aggregate maximum compensation not-to-exceed $500,000, in final forms approved by the City Attorney; and (2) authorize the City Manager to execute amendments to the agreement to make minor modifications and to extend the term up to one year after the initial term, subject to the appropriation of funds and in final forms approved 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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1.G 24-43 Action on the Scope of Work with CLEAResult Consulting, Inc. for electrification consulting services and increase in maximum compensation for the shared service agreement with the Northern California Power Agency (NCPA)
Recommendation:
Authorize the City Manager to execute an Amended Confirmation No. 0236, in substantially the form attached to this Report to Council, with CLEAResult for EV Charging Outreach and Technical Assistance under a shared service agreement with the Northern California Power Agency increasing the maximum budget by $212,730 (from $417,723 to $630,453) for an additional term of up to three years, subject to the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to authorize the City Manager to execute an Amended Confirmation No. 0236, in substantially the form attached to this Report to Council, with CLEAResult for EV Charging Outreach and Technical Assistance under a shared service agreement with the Northern California Power Agency increasing the maximum budget by $212,730 (from $417,723 to $630,453) for an additional term of up to three years, subject to 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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1.H 24-42 Action to Ratify Amendment One to the Oracle Public Sector Technical Support Services Agreement and Authorize the City Manager to Execute Technical Support Services Renewal Orders with Oracle America, Inc. for Software License Updates and Support of Systems Used by Silicon Valley Power
Recommendation:
1. Ratify the City Manager execution of Amendment One to the Oracle Public Sector Technical Support Services Agreement (Agreement) with Oracle America, Inc. to extend the term from five years to ten years;
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute Technical Support Services Renewal Orders (Orders) with Oracle America, Inc. with a maximum authorization of $4,000,000 funded by the Electric Utility Fund for the ten-year period ending January 13, 2029, for software licenses, updates, and support, subject to the appropriation of funds and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the Agreement and Orders including negotiating and executing amendments that do not increase the total maximum compensation or extend the term, subject to the approval as to form by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to (1) ratify the City Manager execution of Amendment One to the Oracle Public Sector Technical Support Services Agreement (Agreement) with Oracle America, Inc. to extend the term from five years to ten years; (2) authorize the City Manager or designee to execute Technical Support Services Renewal Orders (Orders) with Oracle America, Inc. with a maximum authorization of $4,000,000 funded by the Electric Utility Fund for the ten-year period ending January 13, 2029, for software licenses, updates, and support, subject to the appropriation of funds and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and (3) authorize the City Manager or designee to take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the Agreement and Orders including negotiating and executing amendments that do not increase the total maximum compensation or extend the term, subject to the 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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1.I 24-595 Action on a Resolution Ordering the Vacation of an Electrical Easement, Wire Clearance Easement, and Anchor Easement at 2215 Martin Avenue and 2225 Martin Avenue
Recommendation:
1. Adopt a Resolution Ordering the Vacation of the Electrical Easement, Wire Clearance Easement and Anchor Easement at 2215 Martin Avenue [APN 224-10-115 (2023-24)], and 2225 Martin Avenue [APN 224-10-119 (2023-24)]; and
2. Authorize the recordation of the Resolution.
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to (1) adopt Resolution No. 24-9342 Ordering the Vacation of the Electrical Easement, Wire Clearance Easement and Anchor Easement at 2215 Martin Avenue [APN 224-10-115 (2023-24)], and 2225 Martin Avenue [APN 224-10-119 (2023-24)]; and (2) authorize the recordation of the Resolution.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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1.J 24-597
Action on a Resolution Ordering the Vacation of an Electrical Easement at 3378-3386 El Camino Real
Recommendation:
1. Adopt a Resolution Ordering the Vacation of the Electrical Easement at 3378-3386 El Camino Real [APN 290-02-102 (2023-24)]; and
2. Authorize the recordation of the Resolution.
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to (1) adopt Resolution No. 24-9343 Ordering the Vacation of the Electrical Easement at 3378-3386 El Camino Real [APN 290-02-102 (2023-24)]; and (2) authorize the recordation of the
Resolution.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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1.K 24-288
Action on a Resolution to Modify On-Street Parking Regulations on Cecil Avenue between Henry Avenue and Dorcich Street
Recommendation:
Adopt a resolution to modify on-street parking regulations on Cecil Avenue between Henry Avenue and Dorcich Street.
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to adopt Resolution No. 24-9344 to modify on- street parking regulations on Cecil Avenue between Henry Avenue and Dorcich Street.
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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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1.L 24-618
Action on Authorizing the Use of City Electric Forces at 2516 Parkland Court
Recommendation:
1. Determine the proposed action is exempt from CEQA pursuant to 15302 (Class 2 - Replacement or Reconstruction) 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 work located at 2516 Parkland Court is 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 Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to (1) determine the proposed action is exempt from CEQA pursuant to 15302 (Class 2 - Replacement or Reconstruction) 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 work located at 2516 Parkland Court is 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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1.M 24-653 Action on the Annual City of Santa Clara Electric Department dba Silicon Valley Power 2024 Wildfire Mitigation Plan
Recommendation: 1. Approve and adopt the Silicon Valley Power 2024 Wildfire Mitigation Plan with any comments and confirm that this plan complies with all applicable rules, regulations, and standards; and
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute and/or submit any and all documents, notices, disclosures, plans, reports, forecasts, filings, certifications, attestations, or declarations which are necessary, appropriate, advisable, or required by state or local agencies in connection with the 2024 Wildfire Mitigation Plan.
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to (1) approve and adopt the Silicon Valley Power 2024 Wildfire Mitigation Plan with any comments and confirm that this plan complies with all applicable rules, regulations, and standards; and (2) authorize the City Manager or designee to execute and/or submit any and all documents, notices,
disclosures, plans, reports, forecasts, filings, certifications, attestations, or declarations which are necessary, appropriate, advisable, or required by state or local agencies in connection with the 2024 Wildfire Mitigation Plan.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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1.N 24-470
Action on the Annual Report for FY 2024 for the Santa Clara County Multi-Jurisdictional Program for Public Information related to the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s National Flood Insurance Program’s Community Rating System
Recommendation:
Note and File the Annual Report for FY 2024 for the Santa Clara County Multi-Jurisdictional Program for Public Information related to the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s National Flood Insurance Program’s Community Rating System
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to note and file the Annual Report for FY 2024 for the Santa Clara County Multi-Jurisdictional Program for Public Information related to the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s National Flood Insurance Program’s Community Rating System.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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1.O 24-474 Informational Report on 2024 Q2 Legislative Updates Recommendation: Note and file the informational report on 2024 Q2 legislative updates.
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to note and file the informational report on 2024 Q2 legislative updates.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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1.P 24-674
Action Authorizing the Submittal of an Application to FERC to Surrender the High Line Canal Hydroelectric Project Hydroelectric License, and Authorizing the City Manager to Complete Related Administrative Actions Recommendation:
Authorize the City Manager or designee to take any necessary administrative actions to surrender the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) hydroelectric license for the High Line Canal Hydroelectric Project, including, the execution of any documents as may be required by the FERC, California Independent System Operator (CAISO), Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), the Bureau of Reclamation, Orland Unit Water Users Association, and other agencies and entities, subject to the approval as to form by the City Attorney, if applicable.
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to authorize the City Manager or designee to take any necessary administrative actions to surrender the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) hydroelectric license for the High Line Canal Hydroelectric Project, including, the execution of any documents as may be required by the FERC, California Independent System Operator (CAISO), Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), the Bureau of Reclamation, Orland Unit Water Users Association, and other agencies and entities, subject to the approval as to form by the City Attorney, if applicable.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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1.Q 24-682 Action to Adopt a Resolution Approving and Adopting the Updated and Corrected Classified Salary Plan Effective July 7, 2024, to reflect the negotiated and City Council approved general wage increase for classifications represented by The Engineers of the City of Santa Clara.
Recommendation:
Adopt a Resolution to Approve the revised and corrected classified salary plan, to satisfy the requirements of California Code of Regulations Section 570.5, effective July 7, 2024.
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to adopt Resolution No. 24-9345 to approve the revised and corrected classified salary plan, to satisfy the requirements of California Code of Regulations Section 570.5, effective July 7, 2024.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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2.A 24-665 Action on Stadium Authority Bills and Claims for the Month of May 2024 Recommendation: Approve the list of Stadium Authority Bills and Claims for May 2024.
A motion was made by Boardmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Chair Becker, to approve the list of Stadium Authority Bills and Claims for May 2024.
Aye: Boardmember Watanabe, Boardmember Chahal, Boardmember Hardy, Boardmember Park, Boardmember Jain, Vice Mayor/Chair Becker, and Mayor/Chair Gillmor
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2.B 24-680 Action on the Carryover of FY 2023/24 Stadium Authority Capital Project and Approve Related Budget Amendment
Recommendation: 1. Approve a budget amendment for the General Areas / Coating Main Deck CapEx project in the FY 2024/25 Budget in the amount of $565,241 from the Stadium Authority Capital Expense Reserve A motion was made by Boardmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Chair Becker, to approve a budget amendment for the General Areas / Coating Main Deck CapEx project in the FY 2024/25 Budget in the amount of $565,241 from the Stadium Authority Capital Expense Reserve.
Aye: Boardmember Watanabe, Boardmember Chahal, Boardmember Hardy, Boardmember Park, Boardmember Jain, Vice Chair Becker, and Chair Gillmor
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PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
Kirk Vartan played a video of Council decorum from previous meetings.
Natalie Neufeld (graduate student from Stanford University) noted that she is completing research and observing Council meetings in-person and virtually.
John Haggerty expressed comments of concern regarding City of Santa Clara employee salaries, benefits, and pension programs.
David Kertes expressed comments of concern regarding Council decorum.
CONSENT ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
None.
PUBLIC HEARING/GENERAL BUSINESS
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3. 24-672 Action on the following:
A. Resolution Adopting an Expenditure Plan for the Proposed Bond Measure
B. Waive Second Reading and Adopt an Ordinance Ordering the Submission of a Measure Incurring Bond Indebtedness to the Qualified Voters of the City of Santa Clara
C. Resolution Calling for a Municipal Election and Ordering Consolidation with the Santa Clara County Presidential General Election on November 5, 2024 for the Purpose of Submitting to the Voters a Measure to Approve the Issuance of General Obligation Bonds to Finance Municipal Improvements Constituting Public Infrastructure in an Amount of $400,000,000; Requesting Consolidation with the Presidential General Election and Election Services from Santa Clara County; Providing the City Attorney to Prepare an Impartial Analysis; Setting Priorities for Ballot Arguments Recommendation:
1. Approve a Resolution adopting the expenditure plan for the bond measure.
2. Waive second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2069 to order the submission of a measure incurring bond indebtedness to the qualified voters of the City of Santa Clara at the General Municipal Election to be held on November 5, 2024 for the purpose of financing the costs of the acquisition, construction and improvement of certain municipal improvement projects constituting public infrastructure of the City, subject to the accountability measures and compliance with an adopted expenditure plan. (2/3rds Vote)
3. Adopt a resolution ordering submission of a ballot measure to the qualified electors of the City; calling for a Special Municipal Election to be held in the City of Santa Clara on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 for the purpose of submitting a measure to approve the issuance of general obligation bonds to finance municipal improvements constituting public infrastructure in an amount of $400,000,000; requesting consolidation with the Presidential General Election and election services from Santa Clara County; authorizing the City Attorney to prepare an impartial analysis; setting priorities for ballot arguments. (Majority Vote)
City Manager Grogan and Director of Public Works Mobeck, gave a Powerpoint presentation on the action of the following:
Resolution Adopting an Expenditure Plan for the Proposed Bond Measure B. Waive Second Reading and Adopt an Ordinance Ordering the Submission of a Measure Incurring Bond Indebtedness to the Qualified Voters of the City of Santa Clara
C. Resolution Calling for a Municipal Election and Ordering Consolidation with the Santa Clara County Presidential General Election on November 5, 2024 for the Purpose of Submitting to the Voters a
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Measure to Approve the Issuance of General Obligation Bonds to Finance Municipal Improvements Constituting Public Infrastructure in an Amount of $400,000,000; Requesting Consolidation with the Presidential General Election and Election Services from Santa Clara County; Providing the City Attorney to Prepare an Impartial Analysis; Setting Priorities for Ballot Arguments
Council questions followed.
City Manager Grogan and City Attorney Googins responded to Council questions.
Public Comment: John Haggerty
Council discussion ensued.
A motion was made by Councilmember Watanabe, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to (1) approve a Resolution adopting the expenditure plan for the bond measure; (2) waive second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2069 to order the submission of a measure incurring bond indebtedness to the qualified voters of the City of Santa Clara at the General Municipal Election to be held on November 5, 2024 for the purpose of financing the costs of the acquisition, construction and improvement of certain municipal improvement projects constituting public infrastructure of the City, subject to the accountability measures and compliance with an adopted expenditure plan. (2/3rds Vote); (3) adopt a Resolution ordering submission of a ballot measure to the qualified electors of the City; calling for a Special Municipal Election to be held in the City of Santa Clara on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 for the purpose of submitting a measure to approve the issuance of general obligation bonds to finance municipal improvements constituting public infrastructure in an amount of $400,000,000; requesting consolidation with the Presidential General Election and election services from Santa Clara County; authorizing the City Attorney to prepare an impartial analysis; setting priorities for ballot arguments; and to include the amended bond measure language as noted in Powerpoint presentation.
A substitute motion was made by Councilmember Park to increase the bond by $4 million for a total of $5 million for the Triton Museum of Art.
Motion failed due to a lack of a second.
Council comments followed.
City Attorney Googins addressed Council comments.
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A motion was made by Councilmember Watanabe, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to (1) adopt Resolution No. 24-9346 adopting the expenditure plan for the bond measure; (2) waive second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2069 to order the submission of a measure incurring bond indebtedness to the qualified
voters of the City of Santa Clara at the General Municipal Election to be held on November 5, 2024 for the purpose of financing the costs of the acquisition, construction and improvement of certain municipal improvement projects constituting public infrastructure of the City, subject to the accountability measures and
compliance with an adopted expenditure plan. (2/3rds Vote); (3) adopt Resolution No. 24-9347 ordering submission of a ballot measure to the qualified electors of the City; calling for a Special Municipal Election to be held in the City of Santa Clara on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 for the purpose of submitting a measure to approve the issuance of general obligation bonds to finance municipal improvements constituting public infrastructure in an amount of $400,000,000; requesting consolidation with the Presidential General Election and election services from Santa Clara County; authorizing the City Attorney to prepare an impartial analysis; setting priorities for ballot arguments; and to include the following amended bond measure language: To improve 911 emergency response; fix streets to reduce potholes and provide safer roads and routes for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists; upgrade storm drains/pipes to prevent flooding/sinkholes; and renovate/replace recreation, library and other community facilities; shall the City of Santa Clara’s measure authorizing $400,000,000 in bonds, funded by levying an estimated $19 per $100,000 of assessed value while bonds are outstanding, generating
approximately $21,674,000 annually, with annual audits and citizen oversight of spending be adopted?
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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Council comments followed.
Public Comment: Samuel
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to designate Mayor Gillmor, Councilmember Hardy, and 3 members of the public to write the argument in support of the ballot measure.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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Mayor Gillmor noted that she willl be leaving the meeting and Vice Mayor Becker will be presiding over the meeting.
Vice Mayor Becker called for a recess at 8:45 PM and reconvened the meeting at 9:00 PM.
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4. 24-685 Discussion, Consideration, and Direction to Staff Regarding Actions to be Taken in Response to the Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury Report Entitled “Outplayed: Measure J, the City of Santa Clara, and the San Francisco 49ers”
Recommendation:
Provide direction on the desired process to develop the City and Stadium Authority’s responses for the specified findings and recommendations outlined in the June 13, 2024 Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury Report entitled “Outplayed: Measure J, the City of Santa Clara, and the San Francisco 49ers” in time to be submitted to the Presiding Judge by the required response date of September 11, 2024. One possible option would be to schedule a special meeting of the City Council/Stadium Authority Board to address both the pending Civil Grand Jury responses due for both the “Irreconcilable Differences” and the “Outplayed” Civil Grand Jury reports.
City Manger Grogan gave a Powerpoint presentation to discuss, consider and direct staff regarding action to be taken in response to the Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury report entitled "outplayed: Measure J, the City of Santa Clara, and the San Francisco 49ers.
Council questions followed.
City Manager Grogan and City Attorney Googins responded to Council questions.
Public Comments: John Haggert
Satish Chandra
Councilmember Jain read a statement into the record regarding the Civil Grand Jury report entitled "Outplayed: Measure J" and gave a Powerpoint presentation.
Council comments followed.
Council consensus for staff to develop responses to Grand Jury recommendations and return with a report on August 27, 2024 meeting or a special meeting.
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5. 24-500 Public Hearing: Adoption of a Resolution Confirming the Weed Abatement Report and Ordering the Cost of Abatement to be a Special Assessment on the Respective Properties Described Therein
Recommendation:
Adopt a Resolution confirming the 2024 Weed Abatement Program Assessment Report and ordering the cost of abatement to be a Special Assessment on the respective properties described therein pursuant to SCCC 8.15.090 and 8.15.100.
City Manager Grogan made a few opening remarks and introduced Assistant Fire Marshall Chun who gave a Powerpoint presentation regarding the Public Hearing: Adoption of a resolution confirming the weed abatement report and ordering the cost of abatement to be a special assessment on the respective properties described therein.
Council questions followed.
Moe Kumre (Manager, Santa Clara County Weed Abatement
Program) addressed to Council questions.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to close the Public Hearing.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Vice Mayor Becker
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Absent: Mayor Gillmor1 -
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to adopt Resolution No. 24-9348 confirming the 2024 Weed Abatement Program Assessment Report and
ordering the cost of abatement to be a Special Assessment on the respective properties described therein pursuant to SCCC 8.15.090 and 8.15.100.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Vice Mayor Becker
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Absent: Mayor Gillmor1 -
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6. 24-600 Public Hearing: Actions on the Zoning Code Update Related to the Adoption of the Zoning Map, Including: General Plan Amendments to Change the Residential Land Use Designations on Identified Properties to Preserve Residential Capacity, per State Law; A “Cleanup” Ordinance to Amend Title 18 (“Zoning”); and Adoption of the Zoning Map, Consistent with the City’s General Plan Land Use Diagram
Recommendation:
1. Adopt a Resolution to Amend the General Plan to maintain residential densities consistent with state law.
2. Direct staff to include, as part of a forthcoming agenda item on the El Camino Specific Plan, an option for the Council to include the parcel at 1570 Lafayette Street within the boundaries of the Plan Area.
3. Waive First Reading and Introduce an Ordinance to Amend Title 18 (“Zoning”) of the Santa Clara City Code (the Zoning Code “Cleanup” Ordinance), including changes to single-family setbacks to be consistent with the City’s adopted Residential Design Guidelines.
4. Adopt a Resolution to Amend the Zoning Map, consistent with the City’s General Plan land use diagram.
City Manager Grogan made opening remarks and introduced Acting Director of Community Development Brilliot who gave a Powerpoint presentation on the adoption of Zoning Code map, Associated General Plan Amendments & Zoning Code Clean-up Ordinance.
Council questions followed.
Acting Director of Community Development Brilliot addressed Council questions.
No public comment.
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to close the Public Hearing.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Vice Mayor Becker
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A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to (1) adopt Resolution No. 24-9349 to Amend the General Plan to maintain residential densities consistent with state law; (2) direct staff to include, as part of a forthcoming agenda item on the El Camino Specific Plan, an option for the Council to include the parcel at 1570 Lafayette Street within the boundaries of the Plan Area; (3) Waive First Reading and Introduce Ordinance No.2070 to Amend Title 18 (“Zoning”) of the Santa Clara City Code (the Zoning Code “Cleanup” Ordinance), including changes to single-family setbacks to be consistent with the City’s adopted Residential Design Guidelines; and (4) adopt Resolution No. 24-9350 to amending the Zoning Map, consistent with the City’s General Plan land use diagram.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Vice Mayor Becker
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7. 24-547 Action on an Agreement with Oak View Group Global Partnerships, LLC for Naming Rights and Sponsorships for the Santa Clara Convention Center and Related Budget Amendment
Recommendation:
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement with Oak View Group Global Partnerships, LLC for Naming Rights and Sponsorships for the Santa Clara Convention Center consistent with the terms and form of agreement in the staff report for an initial term starting on or around July 22, 2024 and ending on or around July 21, 2027, in the amount not to exceed $496,859 plus commissions;
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute up to two one-year extension options to extend the term and increase the compensation amount of the agreement to $796,859 plus
commissions, subject to budget appropriations;
3. Authorize the City Manager to make minor modifications to the agreement, if needed.
4. Approve and authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute sponsorship agreements valued up to $1,000,000, including the naming of SCCC assets with the exception of the principal naming rights partner for the Convention Center and the Mission City Ballroom.
5. Approve the FY 2024/25 budget amendment in the Convention Center Enterprise Fund to increase the Materials, Services, and Supplies budget in the amount of $496,859 and decrease in the unrestricted ending fund balance in the amount of $496,859 (five affirmative Council votes required for the use of unused balances).
6. All agreements to be subject to review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
City Manager Grogan made a few opening remarks and introduced Assistant City Manager Baker who gave a Powerpoint presentation on the Action for an agreement with Oak View Group Global Partnerships, LLC for naming rights and sponsorships for the Santa Clara Convention Center and related budget amendment.
Council questions followed.
Assistant City Manager Baker, City Attorney Googins, and City Manager Grogan addressed Council questions.
No public comment.
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A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to (1) approve and authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement with Oak View Group Global Partnerships, LLC for Naming Rights and
Sponsorships for the Santa Clara Convention Center consistent with the terms and form of agreement in the staff report for an initial term starting on or around July 22, 2024 and ending on or around July 21, 2027, in the amount not to exceed $496,859 plus commissions; (2) approve and authorize the City Manager to execute up to two one-year extension options to extend the term and increase the compensation amount of the agreement to $796,859 plus commissions, subject to budget appropriations; (3)
authorize the City Manager to make minor modifications to the agreement, if needed; (4) approve and authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute sponsorship agreements valued up to $1,000,000, including the naming of SCCC assets with the exception of the principal naming rights partner for the Convention Center and the Mission City Ballroom; (5) approve the FY 2024/25 budget amendment in the Convention Center Enterprise Fund to increase the Materials, Services, and Supplies budget in the amount of $496,859 and decrease in the unrestricted ending fund balance in the amount of $496,859; and (6) all agreements to be subject to review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Vice Mayor Becker
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REPORTS OF MEMBERS, SPECIAL COMMITTEES AND COUNCILMEMBER 030
REQUESTS
Councilmember Jain reported on his attendance at a Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) workshop American Public Transportation Association Board and CEO Workshops and noted how valuable it was to talk with Boardmembers from other transportation agencies and discuss their top issues.
Councilmember Park made a verbal Council Policy 030 request requesting staff to return to a later meeting to add additional scope the Grand Jury response to (1) include a study of the Civil Grand Jury process for; (2) provide an assessment of the grand jury and the reports created, detailing inaccuracies in the investigation and problems with the report; (3) include recommendations to higher body for reform; and (4) to find a higher body to submit the report.
A motion was made by Councilmember Park, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to accept Councilmember Park verbal Council Policy 030 request requesting staff to return to a later meeting to add additional scope the Grand Jury response to (1) include a study of the civil grand jury process for; (2) provide an assessment of the grand jury and the reports created, detailing inaccuracies in the investigation and problems with the report; (3) include recommendations to higher body for reform; and (4) to find a higher body to submit the report.
Aye: Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Vice Mayor Becker
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Absent: Mayor Gillmor1 -
City Manager Grogan and City Attorney Googins addressed previous motion with clarifying questions.
Councilmember Park addressed staff concerns.
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT
City Manager Grogan noted to anticipate additional special meetings to consider other city business.
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ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 12:45 AM.
A motion was made by Council/Boardmember Chahal, seconded by Council/Boardmember Jain, to adjourn the meeting.
Aye: Council/Boardmember Watanabe, Council/Boardmember Chahal, Council/Boardmember Hardy, Council/Boardmember Park, Council/ Boardmember Jain, and Vice Mayor/Chair Becker
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Absent: 1 - Mayor/Chair Gillmor
The next regular scheduled meeting is on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 in the City Hall Council Chambers.
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