City of Santa Clara
Meeting Minutes of the
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6:00 PM Hybrid Meeting
City Hall Council Chambers/Virtual
1500 Warburton Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95050
09/24/2024
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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/Chair Gillmor called the Closed Session to order at 6:03 PM.
Confirmation of Quorum
Assistant City Clerk Pimentel confirmed a quorum. She also noted that Council/Boardmember Chahal and Council/Boardmember Jain are participating remotely.
1. 24-909 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):
Unit # 6 - AFSCME Local 101 (American Federal of State, County and Municipal Employees)
Unit # 9 - Miscellaneous Unclassified Management Employees Public Comment
None.
Convene to Closed Session (Council Conference Room)
Mayor Gillmor adjourned into Closed Session at 5:00 PM. 7:00 PM JOINT CITY COUNCIL/STADIUM AUTHORITY BOARD MEETING Call to Order in the Council Chambers
Mayor/Chair Gillmor called the regular meeting to order at 7:10 PM.
Pledge of Allegiance and Statement of Values
Council/Board recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Council/Boardmember Park recited the Statement of Values.
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Roll Call
Assistant City Clerk/Secretary Pimentel noted that
Council/Boardmember Chahal and Council/Boardmember Jain are participating remotely pursuant to the Emergency Circumstances provision of AB2449. Council/Boardmember Chahal stated that he needs to participate remotely due to taking care of a family emergency.
Council/Boardmember Jain stated that he needs to participate remotely due to taking care of his parents.
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.
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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A was made by Council/Boardmember Hardy, seconded by Vice Mayor/Chair Becker, to approve Council/Boardmember Chahal and Council/Boardmember Jain's remote participation.
Aye:
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 Googins noted that there was no reportable action from Closed Session.
CONTINUANCES/EXCEPTIONS/RECONSIDERATIONS
Mayor Gillmor noted a request to move up Item 8 regarding GEN Grow Empower Nurture's September 28, 2024 Diwali Celebration.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
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2. 24-424 Proclamation of September 2024 as World Alzheimer’s Month Mayor Gillmor, on behalf of the Council, proclaimed September 2024 as World Alzheimer's Month.
Claire Day (Interim Executive Director, Alzheimer's Association of Northern California) accepted the proclamation and provided some remarks.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Council/Boardmember Jain pulled Item 4.A regarding the audited Santa Clara Stadium Authority Fiscal Year 2023/24 annual financial statements.
Kirk Vartan requested to pull Item 3.K regarding the 2024 League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor/Chair Becker, seconded by Council/ Boardmember Park, to approve the Consent Calendar (except Item 4.A and 3.K).
Aye: 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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3.A 24-932 Action on Meeting Minutes of May 20, 2024 Special City Council & Stadium Authority and June 4, 2024 Joint Council & Authorities and Stadium Authority Meetings
Recommendation:
Approve the meeting minutes of May 20, 2024 Special City Council & Stadium Authority and June 4, 2024 Joint Council & Authorities and Stadium Authority Meetings.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Park, to approve the meeting minutes of May 20, 2024 Special City Council & Stadium Authority and June 4, 2024 Joint Council & Authorities and Stadium Authority Meetings.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.B 24-17 Board, Commissions and Committee Minutes
Recommendation: Note and file the Minutes of:
Planning Commission - August 21, 2024
Historical and Landmarks Commission - May 2, 2024
Board of Library Trustees - August 5, 2024
Board of Library Trustees - August 19, 2024
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Park, to note and file the minutes of: Planning Commission - August 21, 2024, Historical and Landmarks
Commission - May 2, 2024, Board of Library Trustees - August 5, 2024, Board of Library Trustees - August 19, 2024.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.C 24-645
Action on the Santa Clara Convention Center FY 2023/24 4th Quarter Financial Status Report
Recommendation:
Note and file the Santa Clara Convention Center Financial Status Report for the 4th Quarter ending June 30, 2024, as submitted by OVG.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Park, to note and file the Santa Clara Convention Center Financial Status Report for the 4th Quarter ending June 30, 2024, as submitted by OVG.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.D 24-824 Action to Approve an Agreement with the Santa Clara Valley Water District (Valley Water) Relating to Payment of up to $350,000 to the City for Providing Support Services for Valley Water’s Purified Water Project Recommendation:
Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement with the Santa Clara Valley Water District Relating to Valley Water’s Payment for City’s Support Services Related to Purified Water, in substantially the form presented subject to minor revisions approved or required by the City Manager or City Attorney
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Park, to authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement with the Santa Clara Valley Water District relating to Valley Water’s payment for City’s support services related to purified water, in substantially the form presented subject to minor revisions approved or required by the City Manager or City Attorney.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.E 24-511 Action on an Agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for Planning Professional Services and an Agreement with BKF Engineers for Design Professional Services for the De La Cruz Boulevard, Lick Mill Boulevard, and Scott Boulevard Bikeway Improvements Project
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. to provide planning professional services for the De La Cruz Boulevard, Lick Mill Boulevard, and Scott Boulevard Bikeway Improvements project for an initial two-year term with maximum compensation not-to-exceed $552,685, in a final form approved by the City Attorney;
2. Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement with BKF Engineers to provide design professional services for the De La Cruz Boulevard, Lick Mill Boulevard, and Scott Boulevard Bikeway Improvements project for an initial two-year term with maximum compensation not-to-exceed $762,812, in a final form approved by the City Attorney; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute amendments to both agreements to make modifications as required and extend the term for up to four additional one-year terms, subject to the compensation limits, and appropriation of funds, in final forms approved by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Park, to (1) authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. to provide planning professional services for the De La Cruz Boulevard, Lick Mill Boulevard, and Scott Boulevard Bikeway Improvements project for an initial two-year term with maximum compensation not-to-exceed $552,685, in a final form approved by the City Attorney; (2) authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement with BKF Engineers to provide design professional services for the De La Cruz Boulevard, Lick Mill Boulevard, and Scott Boulevard Bikeway Improvements project for an initial two-year term with maximum compensation not-to-exceed $762,812, in a final form approved by the City Attorney; and (3) authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute amendments to both agreements to make modifications as required and extend the term for up to four additional one-year terms, subject to the compensation limits, and appropriation of funds, 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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3.F 24-703 Action on a Grant Agreement with the California Office of Traffic Safety and Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for the Santa Clara Vision Zero Plan and Related Budget Amendments Recommendation:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute and take all necessary steps to implement the Grant Agreement between the City of Santa Clara and the State of California Office of Traffic Safety in the amount of $77,800 for the Santa Clara Vision Zero Plan, in a final form approved by the City Attorney;
2. Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. to increase the maximum compensation by $24,299 for a revised not-to-exceed amount of $580,835, to provide promotional materials and additional support services for the Santa Clara Vision Zero Plan, in a final form approved by the City Attorney;
3. Authorize the City Manager to make minor modifications to both agreements and to extend the terms, if needed, in a final form approved by the City Attorney; and
4. Approve the FY 2024/25 budget amendment in the Streets and Highways Capital Fund to increase the Other Agencies Revenue estimate by $77,800 to recognize grant funding for the OTS grant and establish the Santa Clara Vision Zero - 2024 OTS Grant Project in the amount of $77,800. (Five affirmative Council votes required to appropriate additional revenue).
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Park, to (1) authorize the City Manager to execute and take all necessary steps to implement the Grant Agreement between the City of Santa Clara and the State of California Office of Traffic Safety in the amount of $77,800 for the Santa Clara Vision Zero Plan, in a final form approved by the City Attorney; (2) authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. to increase the maximum compensation by $24,299 for a revised not- to-exceed amount of $580,835, to provide promotional materials and additional support services for the Santa Clara Vision Zero Plan, in a final form approved by the City Attorney; (3) authorize the City Manager to make minor modifications to both agreements and to extend the terms, if needed, in a final form approved by the City Attorney; and (4) Approve the FY 2024/25 budget amendment in the Streets and Highways Capital Fund to increase the Other Agencies Revenue estimate by $77,800 to recognize grant funding for the OTS grant and establish the Santa Clara Vision Zero - 2024 OTS Grant Project in the amount of $77,800.
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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.G 24-702 Action on a Grant Agreement with the California Office of Traffic Safety, and Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with Safe Moves, Inc., for the Safe Routes to School Program, and Related Budget Amendments Recommendation:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute and take all necessary steps to implement the Grant Agreement between the City of Santa Clara and the State of California Office of Traffic Safety in the amount of $69,050 for the Safe Routes to School Program, in a final form approved by the City Attorney;
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with Safe Moves, Inc. to increase the maximum compensation by $69,050 for a revised not-to-exceed amount of $714,250, to provide equipment and services in support of the Safe Routes to School Program, in a final form approved by the City Attorney;
3. Authorize the City Manager to make minor modifications to both agreements and to extend the terms, if needed, in a final form approved by the City Attorney; and
4. Approve the FY 2024/25 budget amendment in the Streets and Highways Capital Fund to increase the Other Agencies Revenue estimate by $69,050 to recognize grant funding for the OTS grant and establish the 2024 Santa Clara School Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Project in the amount of $69,050 (five affirmative Council votes required to appropriate additional revenue).
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Park, to (1) authorize the City Manager to execute and take all necessary steps to implement the Grant Agreement between the City of Santa Clara and the State of California Office of Traffic Safety in the amount of $69,050 for the Safe Routes to School Program, in a final form approved by the City Attorney; (2) authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with Safe Moves, Inc. to increase the maximum compensation by $69,050 for a revised not-to-exceed amount of $714,250, to provide equipment and services in support of the Safe Routes to School Program, in a final form approved by the City Attorney; (3) authorize the City Manager to make minor modifications to both agreements and to extend the terms, if needed, in a final form approved by the City Attorney; and (4) approve the FY 2024/25 budget amendment in the Streets and Highways Capital Fund to increase the Other Agencies Revenue estimate by $69,050 to recognize grant funding for the OTS grant and establish the 2024 Santa Clara School Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Project in the amount of $69,050.
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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.H 24-1528
Action to Authorize City Manager to Negotiate and Execute Amendment No. 3 to the Master Product and Services Agreement and Related Orders with Hexagon Safety & Infrastructure for the Computer Aided Dispatch System
Recommendation:
Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute Amendment No. 3 to Master Product and Services Agreement (Master Agreement) with Hexagon Safety & Infrastructure to extend the term through November 30, 2029, and execute Orders pursuant to the terms of the Master Agreement to upgrade the Computer Aided Dispatch System to I/CAD 9.4 2H2023 and renew the maintenance and support services with a total not-to-exceed amount of $5,341,925, subject to the appropriation of funds and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Park, to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute Amendment No. 3 to the Master Product and Services Agreement (Master Agreement) with Hexagon Safety &
Infrastructure to extend the term through November 30, 2029, and execute Orders pursuant to the terms of the Master Agreement to upgrade the Computer Aided Dispatch System to I/CAD 9.4 2H2023 and renew the maintenance and support services with a total not-to-exceed amount of $5,341,925, subject to the appropriation of funds 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.I 24-855 Action on Authorizing the Use of City Electric Forces for Public Works Projects at Various Locations
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 45 Cronin Drive , 2230 Calle Del
Mundo, 2900 Semiconductor Drive, and 2250 Walsh Avenue 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 these public works consistent with this authorization.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Park, to (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 45 Cronin Drive, 2230 Calle Del Mundo, 2900 Semiconductor Drive, and 2250 Walsh Avenue 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 these public works 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.J 24-843 Action to Approve Increased Hourly Rates for As-Needed Classifications Working at Levi’s Stadium, Adopt Resolution Approving the Updated Salary Plan, and Approve Related Budget Amendment
Recommendation:
1. Approve increases to the hourly pay rate for the as-needed classifications of Per Diem Dispatcher, Per Diem Police Officer, and Traffic Control Officer;
2. Adopt a Resolution approving and adopting the updated as-needed salary plan reflecting the increased hourly rates; and
3. Approve the FY 2024/25 budget amendment in the General Fund to increase the Charges for Services budget in the amount of $317,623 and increase the Non-Departmental Salaries and Benefits budget in the amount of $317,623 (five affirmative Council votes required to appropriate additional revenue).
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Park, to (1) approve increases to the hourly pay rate for the as-needed classifications of Per Diem Dispatcher, Per Diem Police Officer, and Traffic Control Officer; (2) adopt Resolution No. 24-9366 approving and adopting the updated as-needed salary plan reflecting the increased hourly rates; and (3) approve the FY 2024/25 budget amendment in the General Fund to increase the Charges for Services budget in the amount of $317,623 and increase the Non- Departmental Salaries and Benefits budget in the amount of $317,623.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.L 24-1603 Action to Waive First Reading and Introduce an Ordinance Amending and Restating in its Entirety Chapter 13.20 (Storm Drains and Discharges) of Title 13 (Public Services) of “The Code of the City of Santa Clara, California” to Enable Compliance with Regional Water Resources Control Board Requirements and Update Administrative Language
Recommendation:
Waive First Reading and Introduce an Ordinance Amending and Restating in its Entirety Chapter 13.20 (Storm Drains and Discharges) of Title 13 (Public Services) of “The Code of the City of Santa Clara, California” to enable compliance with Regional Water Resources Control Board Requirements and Update Administrative Language.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Park, to waive First Reading and introduce Ordinance No. 2072 amending and restating in its entirety Chapter
13.20 (Storm Drains and Discharges) of Title 13 (Public Services) of “The Code of the City of Santa Clara, California” to enable compliance with Regional Water Resources Control Board
requirements and update administrative language.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.M 24-838
Action to Adopt Ordinance No. 2071 Amending Chapter 2.140 (“Disaster Council”) of Title 2 (“Administration and Personnel”) of “The Code of the City of Santa Clara, California”
Recommendation:
Waive Second Reading and Approve Adoption of Ordinance No. 2071 Amending Chapter 2.140 (“Disaster Council”) of Title 2 (“Administration and Personnel”) of “The Code of the City of Santa Clara, California” A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Park, to waive Second Reading and adopt
Ordinance No. 2071 amending Chapter 2.140 (“Disaster Council”) of Title 2 (“Administration and Personnel”) of “The Code of the City of Santa Clara, California”.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.B 24-891 Action on Stadium Manager’s Request to Approve a Third Amendment to the Agreement with ABM Industry Group, LLC for Janitorial Services at Levi’s Stadium for a Month-to-Month Extension Not to Exceed Six Months Recommendation:
Approve the Stadium Manager’s request to execute a Third Amendment to the Agreement with ABM Industry Group to extend the term of the agreement on a month-to-month basis, beginning on October 1, 2024, for up to six months until the Stadium Manager enters into a new agreement for janitorial services at Levi’s Stadium, subject to the Stadium Authority Board’s approval, and completes the transition of services as needed depending on the recommended vendor through the formal solicitation process.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Becker, seconded by
Boardmember Park, to approve the Stadium Manager’s request to execute a Third Amendment to the Agreement with ABM Industry Group to extend the term of the agreement on a month-to-month basis, beginning on October 1, 2024, for up to six months until the Stadium Manager enters into a new agreement for janitorial services at Levi’s Stadium, subject to the Stadium Authority Board’s approval, and completes the transition of services as needed depending on the recommended vendor through the formal
solicitation process.
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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PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
Brian Doyle
expressed concerns regarding the City’s negotiation with the San Francisco 49ers on hosting the FIFA World Cup and other non-NFL events. He made a Council Policy 030 request for a study session to review the FIFA World Cup contract.
John Haggerty spoke about the City’s budget deficit and requested data on total City salary, total City revenue, and total City expenses.
Kirk Vartan requested a study session to review the FIFA World Cup contract and expressed concerns regarding Vice Mayor Becker’s lack of recusal on San Francisco 49ers related items.
James Rowen spoke about the novel Nineteen Eighty-Four and San Francisco 49ers.
Suneet Bisht spoke of his opposition to the Silicon Valley Power 115 kilovolt transmission line.
Ruchika expressed concerns regarding the impact of the Silicon Valley Power 115 kilovolt transmission line on local residents.
Preshant Tiwari spoke of his preference for Route C alternative for the Silicon Valley Power 115 kilovolt transmission line.
A motion was made by Councilmember Watanabe, seconded by Mayor Gillmor, to agendize a study session on the FIFA World Cup contract.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor3 - Nay: Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, and Councilmember Jain
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4.A 24-829 Report on the Audited Santa Clara Stadium Authority Fiscal Year 2023/24 Annual Financial Statements
Recommendation: Note and file the Santa Clara Stadium Authority Fiscal Year 2023/24 Annual Financial Statements.
Boardmember Jain asked staff to clarify details of the audit for the public.
Executive Director Grogan and Stadium Authority Board Treasurer Lee addressed Boardmember Jain's questions.
A motion was made by Boardmember Jain, seconded by Vice Chair Becker, to note and file the Santa Clara Stadium Authority Fiscal Year 2023/24 Annual Financial Statements.
Aye:
Boardmember Watanabe, Boardmember Chahal, Boardmember
Hardy, Boardmember Park, Boardmember Jain, Vice Chair Becker, and Chair Gillmor
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3.K 24-874 Action to Designate a Voting Delegate for the 2024 League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo
Recommendation: Designate City Councilmember Kevin Park as a voting delegate for the 2024 League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo Kirk Vartan pulled this item to express his concerns.
Mayor Gillmor noted that Councilmember Park is the only Councilmember attending the 2024 League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by Vice Mayor Becker, to designate Councilmember Park as a voting delegate for the 2024 League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo.
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8. 24-931 Consideration of Action on a Request from Councilmember Jain for City Sponsorship or Other Support for GEN Grow Empower Nurture’s September 28, 2024 Diwali Celebration at Live Oak Park
Recommendation:
Staff makes no recommendation regarding provision of financial support for GEN Grow Empower Nurture’s September 28, 2024 Family Nav Diwali Festival and Garba event at Live Oak Park. Staff does not recommend provision of additional promotional support for the event beyond GEN’s usage of the free-standing sign at Live Oak Park.
Item 8 was moved up on the agenda to be heard after the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember Jain spoke on the meaning and significance of Diwali.
City Manager Grogan gave some remarks and introduced Acting Director of
Parks and Recreation Bojorquez who provided a Powerpoint presentation.
Council comments and questions followed.
Acting Director of Parks and Recreation Bojorquez responded to Council questions.
Public Comments:
Satish Chandra
Kaushal Varshney
Sandeep Kaur
Ravinder Kaur
Ashish Garg
Priyanka
Jaya Gautam
Nishtha Oberai
Neelam Kaswa
Prashant Tiwari
Council discussion ensued.
City Manager Grogan, City Attorney Googins and Acting Director of Parks and Recreation Bojorquez addressed Council questions.
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to sponsor Gen Grow Empower Nurture's September 28, 2024 Diwali Celebration contingent on GEN fulfilling all conditions of the City's Community Grant Policy.
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Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Vice Mayor Becker
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Council/Boardmember Chahal and Council/Boardmember Jain left the meeting at 9:45 PM.
Mayor/Chair Gillmor called for a recess at 9:45 PM and reconvened the meeting at 10:00 PM.
5. 24-810
Public Hearing: Approval of the 2023-2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for Submission to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Recommendation:
1. Approve the 2023-2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (Attachment 1) and authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the documents for submission to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) by September 27, 2024 unless otherwise directed by HUD.
2. Direct staff to incorporate all public comments into the final version to be submitted to HUD on or before September 27, 2024.
Mayor Gillmor opened the Public Hearing.
City Manager Grogan made a few opening remarks and introduced Housing Division Manager Marcus who provided a Powerpoint presentation on the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for Use of Housing and Urban Development Funds.
Council comments and questions followed.
Public Comment: None.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to close the Public Hearing.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to (1) approve the 2023-2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report and authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the documents for submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) by September 27, 2024 unless otherwise directed by HUD; and (2) direct staff to incorporate all public comments into the final version to be submitted to HUD on or before September 27, 2024.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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Absent: Councilmember Chahal, and Councilmember Jain2 -
6. 24-759 Public Hearing: Action on Four Corrective Amendments to the Zoning Map that Resolve Inconsistencies with the City’s General Plan Land Use Diagram, for the Properties located at 4995 Patrick Henry Drive / 3005 Democracy Way; 807 Washington Street; 1435 Lewis Street and 1430 and 1448 Madison Street; and 2805 Bowers Avenue.
Recommendation:
Adopt a Resolution to Amend the revised Zoning Map, consistent with the City’s General Plan land use diagram, for the Properties located at 4995 Patrick Henry Drive / 3005 Democracy Way; 807 Washington Street; 1435 Lewis Street and 1430 and 1448 Madison Street; and 2805 Bowers Avenue.
Mayor Gillmor opened the Public hearing.
City Manager Grogan made opening remarks and introduced Acting Director of Community Development Brilliot who provided a Powerpoint presentation regarding corrective amendments to the Zoning Map.
Council discussion ensued.
Public Comment: None.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to close the Public Hearing.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
5 -
Absent: Councilmember Chahal, and Councilmember Jain2 -
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A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to adopt Resolution No. 24-9367 to amend the revised Zoning Map, consistent with the City’s General Plan land use diagram, for the Properties located at 4995 Patrick Henry Drive / 3005 Democracy Way; 807 Washington Street; 1435 Lewis Street and 1430 and 1448 Madison Street; and 2805 Bowers Avenue.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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Absent: Councilmember Chahal, and Councilmember Jain2 -
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7. 24-513 Action on Resolutions Accepting the Monroe Street Bikeway Planning Study, Selecting a Preferred Design Concept and, as appropriate, Taking Related Actions Regarding Parking and Curb Modifications Recommendation:
Alternatives 1,3, and 6:
1. Adopt a resolution accepting the Monroe Street Bikeway Planning Study;
3. Approve roadway concept titled “Two Lanes, Buffered Bike Lanes, Center Turn Lane, Parking on Both Sides” as the preferred alternative; and
6. Adopt a resolution establishing no parking zones as necessary on Monroe Street between Lawrence Expressway and San Tomas Expressway to accommodate the approved bikeway facilities.
City Manager Grogan made some opening remarks and introduced Assistant Director of Public Works Liw who provided a Powerpoint presentation on the Monroe Street Bikeway Planning Study.
Council comments and questions followed.
Assistant Director of Public Works Liw and Jeff Knowles (Director, Alta Planning + Design) addressed Council questions.
Public Comment: Matthew Garett
Ethan Pratt
Betsy Megas
Jeff Houston
James Kuszmaul
Gavin Achtemeier
Linda
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Becker, seconded by
Couniclmember Hardy, to (1) adopt Resolution No. 24-9368 accepting the Monroe Street Bikeway Planning Study; (2) approve roadway concept titled “Two Lanes, Buffered Bike Lanes, Center Turn Lane, Parking on Both Sides” as the preferred alternative; and (3) adopt Resolution No. 24-9369 establishing no parking zones as necessary on Monroe Street between Lawrence Expressway and San Tomas Expressway to accommodate the approved bikeway facilities.
Aye: Councilmember Watanabe, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Vice Mayor Becker, and Mayor Gillmor
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Absent: Councilmember Chahal, and Councilmember Jain2 -
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REPORTS OF MEMBERS, SPECIAL COMMITTEES AND COUNCILMEMBER 030
REQUESTS
None.
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT
ADJOURNMENT
None.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:40 PM.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor/Chair Becker, seconded by Council/Boardmember Hardy, to adjourn the meeting.
Aye: Council/Boardmember Watanabe, Council/Boardmember Hardy, Council/Boardmember Park, Vice Mayor/Chair Becker, and Mayor/ Chair Gillmor
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Absent: 2 - Council/Boardmember Chahal, and Council/Boardmember Jain The next regular scheduled meeting is on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 in the City Hall Council Chambers.
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