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6:00 PM CLOSED SESSION
Call to Order in the Council Chambers
Mayor Gillmor called the Closed Session to order at 6:00 PM.
Confirmation of Quorum
Deputy City Clerk Nguyen confirmed a quorum.
1. 25-656 Conference with Legal Counsel-Existing Litigation (CC) Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(1)
William Kelly v. City of Santa Clara, Workers Compensation Appeals Board Case Number ADJ16898646
Public Comment
None.
Convene to Closed Session (Council Conference Room)
Mayor Gillmor adjourned into Closed Session at 6:02 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 7:00 PM.
Pledge of Allegiance and Statement of Values
Council/Board recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Council/Boardmember Hardy recited the Statement of Values.
Roll Call
Deputy City Clerk Nguyen recited the AB23 announcement and Statement of Behavioral Standards.
Deputy City Clerk Nguyen also noted that any registered Lobbyist speaking during the Public Meeting will need to identify themselves and whom they represent.
Council/Boardmember Albert Gonzalez, Council/Boardmember Raj Chahal, Council/Boardmember Karen Hardy, Council/Boardmember Kevin Park, Council/Boardmember Suds Jain, Vice Mayor/Chair Kelly Cox, and Mayor/Chair Lisa M. Gillmor
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REPORTS OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION MATTERS
City Attorney Googins reported that in the case of William Kelly v. City of Santa Clara the Council approved 6-0 with Councilmember Park absent
a final settlement payment of $160,000 to Blue Shield.
CONTINUANCES/EXCEPTIONS/RECONSIDERATIONS
Public Comment: Brian Doyle requested a continuance of Item 6 regarding the FIFA World Cup contracts.
2. 25-180 Reconsideration of the Council Action on Appointments of the City’s representative(s) on the Cities Association of Santa Clara County Councilmember Jain requested that Councilmember Park
be the
Alternate on the Cities Association of Santa Clara County's Board of Directors and Legislative Action Committee.
Council discussion ensued.
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to appoint Councilmember Park as the Alternate on the Cities Association of Santa Clara County's Board of Directors and Legislative Action Committee.
The motion failed.
Aye: Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Park, and Councilmember Jain
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SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
3.A 25-114 Recognition of Wilcox High School Varsity Football Team for Winning the Central Coast Section Division II Football Championship Title and Recognition of Brayden Rosa as the Santa Clara County Player of the Year Mayor Gillmor, on behalf of the Council, recognized the Wilcox High School Varsity Football Team for winning the Central Coast Section Division II Football Championship and Brayden Rosa as the Santa Clara County Player of the Year.
Paul Rosa (Coach, Wilcox High School Varsity Football Team) provided some remarks.
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3.B 24-1244 Proclamation of Black History Month
Mayor Gillmor, on behalf of the Council, proclaimed the month of February 2025 as Black History Month.
Lavere Foster (Associate Director, African American Community Service Agency) provided some remarks.
3.C 25-173 Santa Clara Women's League Presents Showtime 2025 on March 1 and March 2, 2025
Mayor Gillmor introduced the Santa Clara Women's League and highlighted their upcoming Showtime 2025 productions.
Sharon Andrzejewski (Boardmember, Santa Clara Women's
League) provided some remarks.
CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Councilmember Gonzalez, seconded by Councilmember Hardy, to approve the Consent Calendar.
Aye: Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.A 25-193
Action on the January 28, 2025 Joint Council and Authorities Concurrent & Stadium Authority Meeting Minutes.
Recommendation:
Approve the meeting minutes of the January 28, 2025 Joint Council and Authorities Concurrent & Stadium Authority Meeting.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gonzalez, seconded by Councilmember Hardy, to approve the meeting minutes of the January 28, 2025 Joint Council and Authorities Concurrent & Stadium Authority Meeting.
Aye: Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.B 25-03 Board, Commissions and Committee Minutes
Recommendation: Note and file the Minutes of:
Historical and Landmarks Commission - September 5, 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee - October 28, 2024 Cultural Commission - January 6, 2025
A motion was made by Councilmember Gonzalez, seconded by Councilmember Hardy, to note and file the minutes of: Historical and Landmarks Commission - September 5, 2024; Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee - October 28, 2024; and Cultural Commission - January 6, 2025.
Aye: Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.C 25-94
Action on City Bills and Claims Report for the period December 7, 2024 - January 10, 2025
Recommendation:
Approve the list of Bills and Claims for December 7, 2024 - January 10, 2025.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gonzalez, seconded by Councilmember Hardy, to approve the list of Bills and Claims for December 7, 2024 - January 10, 2025.
Aye: Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.D 25-1264 Action to Authorize the City Manager to Issue Purchase Orders to Cresco Equipment Rentals for the Rental of Equipment and Related Services for Use and Funded by Silicon Valley Power
Recommendation:
1. Determine that the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations;
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to issue Purchase Orders to Cresco Equipment Rentals for the rental of equipment and related services for Silicon Valley Power under the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing agreement, through August 27, 2025, with a total maximum compensation of up to $400,000, subject to the appropriation of funds and review 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 Purchase Orders.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gonzalez, seconded by Councilmember Hardy, to: (1) determine that the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; (2) authorize the City Manager or designee to issue Purchase Orders to Cresco Equipment Rentals for the rental of equipment and related services for Silicon Valley Power under the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing agreement, through August 27, 2025, with a total maximum compensation of up to $400,000, subject to the
appropriation of funds and review 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 Purchase Orders.
Aye: Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.E 25-1234 Action on Amendments to the Promissory Note and Covenants with Klamath Associates, L.P. and South Drive, L.L.C. to Modify Existing Terms and Extend the Affordable Housing Requirements for Two Santa Clara County Housing Authority Projects, Klamath Gardens and Bracher Gardens Recommendation:
1. Klamath Gardens: Authorize amendments consistent with the term sheet to the Promissory Note and Covenants with Klamath Associates, a California limited partnership, an affiliate of the Santa Clara County Housing Authority to modify the terms of the City Loan and extend the term of affordable housing requirements for 17 rental units within the project located at 2051 Klamath Avenue.
2. Bracher Gardens: Authorize amendments consistent with the term sheet to the Promissory Note and Covenants with South Drive, LLC, a California limited liability company, an affiliate of the Santa Clara County Housing Authority to extend the maturity date of the City Loan and extend the term of affordable housing requirements for 72 rental units within the project located at 2665 South Drive.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gonzalez, seconded by Councilmember Hardy, to (1) authorize amendments consistent with the term sheet to the Promissory Note and Covenants with Klamath Associates, a California limited partnership, an affiliate of the Santa Clara County Housing Authority to modify the terms of the City Loan and extend the term of affordable housing requirements for 17 rental units within the project located at 2051 Klamath Avenue; and (2) authorize amendments consistent with the term sheet to the Promissory Note and Covenants with South Drive, LLC, a California limited liability company, an affiliate of the Santa Clara County Housing Authority to extend the maturity date of the City Loan and extend the term of affordable housing requirements for 72 rental units within the project located at 2665 South Drive.
Aye: Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.F 25-29 Action on Authorizing the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute Amendment No. 1 to the Substation Agreement with 651 Walsh Partners, LLC for Laurelwood Junction Substation
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the City Manager or designee to negotiate and execute Amendment No. 1 to the Substation Agreement with 651 Walsh Partners, LLC for Laurelwood Junction Substation, to modify the schedule for 24 MVA from 2032 through 2027, subject to the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the Agreement and to negotiate and execute amendments to the Agreement to make any additional modifications that do not result in total capacity exceeding 24 MVA, subject to the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gonzalez, seconded by Councilmember Hardy, to: (1) authorize the City Manager or designee to negotiate and execute Amendment No. 1 to the Substation Agreement with 651 Walsh Partners, LLC for
Laurelwood Junction Substation, to modify the schedule for 24 MVA from 2032 through 2027, subject to the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and (2) authorize the City Manager or designee to take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the Agreement and to negotiate and execute
amendments to the Agreement to make any additional modifications that do not result in total capacity exceeding 24 MVA, subject to the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
Aye: Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.G 25-53 Action on (1) Delegation of Authority to the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute a Lease Agreement with Gahrahmat Family Limited Partnership I, LP, A California Limited Partnership for the Commercial Space Located at 831 - 851 Martin Avenue, Santa Clara, for SVP Staff, (2) Authorize the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute Amendment(s) to the Lease Agreement at 881 Martin Avenue to Extend the Term, If Needed, and (3) Increase Current Authorization for City Manager to Issue Purchase Orders with Pivot Interiors, Inc. and Other Suppliers/Authorized Dealers for the Purchase of and Installation of Cubicles, Office Furniture and Related Products and Services at City Facilities.
Recommendation:
1. Determine that the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations;
2. Delegate Authority to the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute a Lease Agreement with Gahrahmat Family Limited Partnership I, LP, A California Limited Partnership for the commercial space located at 831 - 851 Martin Avenue, Santa Clara, for SVP staff for an amount not to exceed $6 million over a 36-month term beginning on or around September 1, 2025, subject to the appropriation of funds and the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney;
3. Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute amendment(s) to the lease agreement with Gahrahmat Family Limited Partnership I, LP, A California Limited Partnership for the property at 881 Martin Avenue to extend the term, if needed to facilitate the transition to new premises;
4. Authorize the City Manager to take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the lease agreements;
5. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute additional Purchase Orders and related documents with Pivot Interiors, Inc., other suppliers, and/or their authorized dealers for the purchase and installation of office cubicles and furniture under cooperative purchasing agreements with a total aggregate maximum compensation of $1,200,000 (increasing previous authorization of $600,000), subject to (1) Purchasing Division Manager’s determination pursuant to Section 2.105.270(c) of the Santa Clara City Code, (2) the appropriation of funds, and (3) the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and
6. Authorize the City Manager or designee to take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the Purchase Orders in alignment with the associated cooperative purchase agreements.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gonzalez, seconded by Councilmember Hardy, to: (1) determine that the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; (2) delegate Authority to the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute a Lease Agreement with Gahrahmat Family Limited Partnership I, LP, A California Limited Partnership for the commercial space located at 831 - 851 Martin
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Avenue, Santa Clara, for SVP staff for an amount not to exceed $6 million over a 36-month term beginning on or around September 1, 2025, subject to the appropriation of funds and the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; (3) authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute amendment(s) to the lease agreement with Gahrahmat Family Limited Partnership I, LP, A California Limited Partnership for the property at 881 Martin Avenue to extend the term, if needed to facilitate the transition to new premises; (4) authorize the City Manager to take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the lease agreements; (5) authorize the City Manager or designee to execute additional Purchase Orders and related documents with Pivot Interiors, Inc., other suppliers, and/or their authorized dealers for the purchase and installation of office cubicles and furniture under cooperative purchasing agreements with a total aggregate maximum
compensation of $1,200,000 (increasing previous authorization of $600,000), subject to (1) Purchasing Division Manager’s determination pursuant to Section 2.105.270(c) of the Santa Clara City Code, (2) the appropriation of funds, and (3) the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and (6) authorize the City Manager or designee to take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the Purchase Orders in alignment with the associated cooperative purchase agreements.
Aye: Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.H 25-70 Action on Authorizing the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute Amendment(s) to the Agreement with Rosendin Electric, Inc. for As-Needed Specialized Electrical Maintenance and Repair Services for Silicon Valley Power
Recommendation:
1. Determine that the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations;
2. Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an amendment to the Agreement for Services with Rosendin Electric to increase the maximum compensation up to $2,750,000 for a total maximum compensation of $3,000,000, subject to the appropriation of funds and the review 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 with Rosendin Electric, Inc. for as-needed specialized electrical maintenance and repair services with a five-year term ending on May 31, 2029, and to negotiate and execute future amendments to the agreement to (a) exercise a one-year option to extend the term of the agreement through May 31, 2030, (b) add or delete services consistent with the scope of services, and (c) make other amendments that do not increase the maximum compensation with all costs to be funded by the Silicon Valley Power Operating or Capital Fund as applicable and subject to the appropriation of funds and the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gonzalez, seconded by Councilmember Hardy, to (1) determine that the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; (2) authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an amendment to the Agreement for Services with Rosendin Electric to increase the maximum compensation up to $2,750,000 for a total maximum compensation of $3,000,000, subject to the appropriation of funds and the review 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 with Rosendin Electric, Inc. for as-needed specialized electrical maintenance and repair services with a five-year term ending on May 31, 2029, and to negotiate and execute future amendments to the agreement to (a) exercise a one-year option to extend the term of the agreement through May 31, 2030, (b) add or delete services consistent with the scope of services, and (c) make other amendments that do not increase the maximum compensation with all costs to be funded by the Silicon Valley Power Operating or
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Capital Fund as applicable and subject to the appropriation of funds and the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
Aye: Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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Action on Amendment No. 1 to the Service Agreement with Lyngsoe Systems, Inc. for Repair, Maintenance, and Subscription Services for the Automated Materials Handling System at Central Park Library Recommendation:
1. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Lyngsoe Systems, Inc. for the automated materials handling system at the Central Library, including repair, maintenance and software subscription services, to extend the term through June 23, 2029 and increase the maximum compensation by $87,515.00 for a revised not-to-exceed maximum compensation amount of $412,246.95, subject to the appropriation of funds and the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the Agreement with Lyngsoe Systems, Inc. and negotiate and execute amendments to (a) add or delete services consistent with the scope of services and (b) increase the maximum compensation by an additional $21,878.75 for a total aggregate maximum compensation not to exceed $434,125.70 for the extended term, subject to the appropriation of funds, and in a final form approved by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gonzalez, seconded by Councilmember Hardy, to (1) authorize the City Manager or designee to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Lyngsoe Systems, Inc. for the automated materials handling system at the Central Library, including repair, maintenance and software subscription services, to extend the term through June 23, 2029 and increase the maximum compensation by $87,515.00 for a revised not-to-exceed maximum compensation amount of $412,246.95, subject to the appropriation of funds and the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and (2) authorize the City Manager or designee to take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the Agreement with Lyngsoe Systems, Inc. and negotiate and execute amendments to (a) add or delete services consistent with the scope of services and (b) increase the maximum compensation by an additional $21,878.75 for a total aggregate maximum compensation not to exceed $434,125.70 for the extended term, subject to the appropriation of funds, and in a final form approved by the City Attorney.
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Aye: Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.J 25-1229
Action on Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Superion, LLC, for Residential and Business Alarm Management Software and Related Services
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Superion, LLC for residential and business alarm management software and related professional services to add up to five additional one-year periods to extend the term of the agreement through February 20, 2030, in a final form approved by the City Attorney; and
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the Agreement with Superion, LLC and negotiate and execute amendments to add or delete services consistent with the scope of services, in a final form approved by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gonzalez, seconded by Councilmember Hardy, to: (1) authorize the City Manager or designee to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Superion, LLC for residential and business alarm management software and related professional services to add up to five additional one-year periods to extend the term of the agreement through February 20, 2030, in a final form approved by the City Attorney; and (2) authorize the City Manager or designee to take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the Agreement with Superion, LLC and negotiate and execute amendments to add or delete services consistent with the scope of services, in a final form approved by the City Attorney.
Aye: Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.K 25-73 Action on Authorizing the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement with Electrical Consultants, Inc. for System Expansion Planning Services for Silicon Valley Power Recommendation:
1. Authorize the City Manager or designee to negotiate and execute Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement with Electrical Consultants, Inc. for System Expansion Planning to extend the term through December 31, 2030, and increase the maximum compensation by $1,500,000 for a total compensation amount not to exceed $3,000,000, subject to the review and approval as to form by City Attorney; and
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to take any necessary actions to implement and administer the Agreement and to negotiate and execute amendments to the agreement to add or delete services consistent with the scope of services, subject to no price increases, the appropriation of funds, and the review and approval as to form by City Attorney.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gonzalez, seconded by Councilmember Hardy, to (1) authorize the City Manager or designee to negotiate and execute Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement with Electrical Consultants, Inc. for System Expansion Planning to extend the term through December 31, 2030, and increase the maximum compensation by $1,500,000 for a total compensation amount not to exceed $3,000,000, subject to the review and approval as to form by City Attorney; and (2) authorize the City Manager or designee to take any necessary actions to implement and administer the Agreement and to negotiate and execute amendments to the agreement to add or delete services consistent with the scope of services, subject to no price increases, the appropriation of funds, and the review and approval as to form by City Attorney.
Aye: Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
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Ron Steffel expressed concerns regarding the lack of parking at Kifer Senior Apartments.
Jerry Wrobleski advocated for additional parking at Kifer Senior Apartments.
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CONSENT ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
None.
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6. 25-99 Action on the Proposed FIFA World Cup 2026 Assignment and Assumption Agreement with Bay Area Host Committee and Forty Niners Stadium Management Company LLC (ManCo), Proposed “Field Improvements” Required by FIFA in Connection with the Event, a Guaranty of Certain 2026 FIFA World Cup Obligations Executed by Forty Niners Football Company LLC (TeamCo) in favor of the City and Stadium Authority, and Related Actions
Recommendation:
1. City Council and Stadium Authority Board approve the proposed FIFA World Cup 2026 Assignment and Assumption Agreement and
Guaranty of Certain 2026 FIFA World Cup Obligations (collectively, the “World Cup Agreements”) on the terms, and substantially in the forms presented, and authorize the City Manager/Executive Director to execute such agreements in final forms approved by the City Attorney/Agency Counsel;
2. Stadium Authority Board approve the “Field Improvements” on the terms presented; and
3. Authorize and direct the City Manager/Executive Director to take such other actions as are necessary and appropriate to implement the terms of the World Cup Agreements.
City Manager/Executive Director Grogan and City Attorney/Stadium Authority Counsel Googins provided a Powerpoint presentation on the proposed FIFA World Cup 2026 Assignment and Assumption Agreement.
Mayor Gillmor called for a recess at 9:21 PM and reconvened the meeting at 9:30 PM.
Public Comments: Jared Shawlee
Steve Kelly
Doug Bloch
Shea Salinas
Brian Doyle
Brandi Chastain
Kevin
Marley Wilson
Wanda Buck
Council comments and questions ensued.
City Manager/Executive Director Grogan, City Attorney/Stadium Authority Counsel Googins, Director of Finance/Treasurer Kenn Lee, Mohammad Walizadeh (Partner, Hanson Bridgett), and Jihad Beauchman (Executive Vice President, San Francisco 49ers) addressed Council questions.
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Public Comment: Brian Doyle
Council comments and questions followed.
City Manager/Executive Director Grogan addressed Council questions.
A motion was made by Council/Boardmember Hardy, seconded by Council/Boardmember Chahal, to: (1) approve the proposed FIFA World Cup 2026 Assignment and Assumption Agreement and
Guaranty of Certain 2026 FIFA World Cup Obligations (collectively, the “World Cup Agreements”) on the terms, and substantially in the forms presented, and authorize the City Manager/Executive Director to execute such agreements in final forms approved by the City Attorney/Stadium Authority Counsel; (2) approve the “Field Improvements” on the terms presented; and (3) authorize and direct the City Manager/Executive Director to take such other actions as are necessary and appropriate to implement the terms of the World Cup Agreements.
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Public Hearing: Action on Proposed Update to the City’s Citizen Participation Plan for the Use of Federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Grant Funds
Recommendation:
1. Approve the updated Citizen Participation Plan and direct staff to submit the Citizen Participation Plan to HUD for acceptance.
2. Allow the City Attorney to make any minor edits to the Citizen Participation Plan if requested by HUD prior to acceptance of the Plan.
City Manager Grogan made some opening remarks and introduced Director of Community Development Hamid who provided a
Powerpoint presentation on the Citizen Participation Plan.
Council comments and questions followed.
Director of Community Development Hamid and Housing &
Community Services Division Manager Marcus addressed Council questions.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gonzalez, seconded by Councilmember Chahal, to close the Public Hearing.
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Aye: Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Vice Mayor Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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A motion was made by Councilmember Gonzalez, seconded by Councilmember Hardy, to: (1) approve the updated Citizen Participation Plan and direct staff to submit the Citizen Participation Plan to HUD for acceptance; and (2) allow the City Attorney to make any minor edits to the Citizen Participation Plan if requested by HUD prior to acceptance of the Plan.
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REQUESTS
Councilmember Chahal reported that he attend the Northern California Power Agency's Capital Day in Sacramento on February 3rd.
Vice Mayor Cox reported that she attended the Cities Association of Santa Clara County Board of Directors meeting and noted that the Board's priorities include housing, mental health, governance and ethics, child care, elderly care and response to the federal administration.
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT
City Manager Grogan reported that a memorandum on priority setting will be attached on an upcoming agenda and there will be a Special City Council Meeting on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at the Convention Center regarding the City of Santa Clara's real estate and development market.
City Attorney Googins noted that an AB1234 training is scheduled for March 17, 2025.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Council/Boardmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor/Chair Cox, to adjourn the meeting.
Aye: Council/Boardmember Albert Gonzalez, Council/Boardmember Raj Chahal, Council/Boardmember Karen Hardy, Council/Boardmember Kevin Park, Council/Boardmember Suds Jain, Vice Mayor/Chair Kelly Cox, and Mayor/Chair Lisa M. Gillmor
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The next scheduled special meeting is on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at the Santa Clara Convention Center.
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