6:00 PM Hybrid Meeting
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1500 Warburton Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95050
01/27/2026
City of Santa Clara
Meeting Minutes of the
Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent &
Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board
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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
Vice Mayor Gonzalez called the Closed Session to order at 6:02 PM.
Confirmation of Quorum
Assistant City Clerk Pimentel confirmed a quorum.
1.A 26-102 Conference with Legal Counsel-Anticipated Litigation Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(4) - Initiation of litigation --Number of potential cases: One
1.B 26-78 Conference with Labor Negotiators (CC)
Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54957.6
City representatives: Jovan D. Grogan, Aracely Azevedo, Marco Mercado, Ashley Lancaster, Charles Sakai and Glen Googins
Employee Organization(s):
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local Union 1245 (Unit #3) Public Comment
None.
Convene to Closed Session (Sparacino Conference Room)
Vice Mayor Gonzalez adjourned into Closed Session at 6:03 PM. 7:00 PM JOINT CITY COUNCIL/STADIUM AUTHORITY BOARD MEETING Call to Order in the Council Chambers
Vice Mayor/Chair Gonzalez called the regular meeting to order at 7:13 PM.
Pledge of Allegiance and Statement of Values
Council/Board recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Council/Boardmember Cox recited the Statement of Values.
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Roll Call
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 whom they represent.
Vice Mayor/Chair Albert Gonzalez, Council/Boardmember Raj Chahal, Council/Boardmember Karen Hardy, Council/Boardmember Kevin Park,
Present: 6 -
Council/Boardmember Suds Jain, and Council/Boardmember Kelly Cox
Absent: 1 - Mayor/Chair Lisa M. Gillmor
A motion was made by Council/Boardmember Chahal, seconded by Council/Boardmember Jain, to excuse Mayor/Chair Gillmor from this meeting.
Aye:
Vice Mayor/Chair Gonzalez, Council/Boardmember Chahal, Council/ Boardmember Hardy, Council/Boardmember Park, Council/Boardmember Jain, and Council/Boardmember Cox
6 -
Absent: 1 - Mayor/Chair Gillmor
Vice Mayor/Chair Gonzalez and Council/Boardmember Cox called for a moment of silence in remembrance of retired Santa Clara Police Officers Monte Macer, Jr. and Tom Hensley.
REPORTS OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION MATTERS
City Attorney Googins reported that there was no reportable action from Item 1.A and noted that Council will adjourn into Closed Session to consider Item 1.B at the end of the regular meeting.
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CONTINUANCES/EXCEPTIONS/RECONSIDERATIONS
Lucila Ortiz requested that Council/Board consider
Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request regarding immigration enforcement during the Super Bowl.
Elysa requested that Council/Board consider Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request regarding immigration enforcement during the Super Bowl.
Huy Tran requested that Council/Board consider
Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request regarding immigration enforcement during the Super Bowl.
Council/Board discussion followed.
A motion was made by Council/Boardmember Park, seconded by Council/Boardmember Chahal, to consider 030 requests following Public Presentation.
Aye:
Vice Mayor/Chair Gonzalez, Council/Boardmember Chahal, Council/ Boardmember Hardy, Council/Boardmember Park, Council/
Boardmember Jain, and Council/Boardmember Cox
6 -
Absent: 1 - Mayor/Chair Gillmor
CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to approve the Consent Calendar.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox 6 -
Absent: Mayor Gillmor1 -
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2.A 26-77 Action on the November 18, 2025 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting, December 2, 2025 Special City Council Minutes, December 16, 2025 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting, and December 17, 2025 Special City Council Meeting Minutes.
Recommendation:
Approve the November 18, 2025 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting, December 2, 2025 Special City Council Minutes, December 16, 2025 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting Minutes, and December 17, 2025 Special City Council Meeting Minutes.
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to approve the November 18, 2025 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting, December 2, 2025 Special City Council Minutes, December 16, 2025 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting Minutes, and December 17, 2025 Special City Council Meeting Minutes.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox 6 -
Absent: Mayor Gillmor1 -
2.B 26-2
Board, Commissions and Committee Minutes
Recommendation: Note and file the Minutes of:
Planning Commission - November 12, 2025
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to note and file the Minutes of the Planning Commission - November 12, 2025.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox 6 -
Absent: Mayor Gillmor1 -
2.C 26-17170 Action on City Bills and Claims Report for the period November 15, 2025 - December 5, 2025
Recommendation:
Approve the list of Bills and Claims for November 15, 2025 - December 5, 2025.
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to approve the list of Bills and Claims for November 15, 2025 - December 5, 2025.
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Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox 6 -
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2.D 26-17340 Action on Monthly Financial Status and Investment Reports for November 2025 and Approve the Related Budget Amendments
Recommendation: 1. Note and file the Monthly Financial Status Report and Monthly Investment Report for November 2025 as presented; and
2. Approve the FY 2025/26 budget amendments in the following funds (as detailed in the Fiscal Impact section of the staff report and Attachment 3 of the staff report):
a. In the General Fund, transferring funds from the Police Department budget to the Public Buildings Capital Fund and transferring unrestricted ending fund balance to the General Government Capital Fund, with a net impact of $0;
b. In the City Affordable Housing Capital Fund appropriating a transfer from the City Affordable Housing Fund to the Civic Center Low Income Housing project, with accrued interest allocated to the unrestricted fund balance, with a net impact of $5,155,639; c. In the City Affordable Housing Fund, transferring the balance of the Restricted Civic Center Drive Reserve and its accumulated interest to the City Affordable Housing Capital Fund and its accumulated interest, with a net impact of $0;
d. In the General Government Capital Fund, recognizing a transfer from the General Fund and establishing a new Downtown City Property Evaluation project, with a net impact of $50,000;
e. In the Library Department Capital Fund, reallocating savings from the Central Park Library Concrete Sidewalk Replacement project to the Central Park Library Radio Coverage project, with a net impact of $0;
f. In the Public Buildings Capital Fund, recognizing a transfer from the General Fund and establishing a new Police Department Facility Renovation project; with a net impact of $275,000.
(Five votes required for items 2.a - d and f with further details provided in Attachment 3)
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to (1) note and file the Monthly Financial Status Report and Monthly Investment Report for November 2025 as presented; and (2) approve the Fiscal Year 2025/26 budget amendments in the following funds: (a) in the General Fund, transferring funds from the Police Department budget to the Public Buildings Capital Fund and transferring unrestricted ending fund balance to the General Government Capital Fund, with a net impact of $0; (b) in the City Affordable Housing Capital Fund appropriating a transfer from the City Affordable Housing Fund to the Civic Center Low Income Housing project, with accrued interest allocated to the unrestricted fund balance, with a net impact of $5,155,639; (c) in the
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City Affordable Housing Fund, transferring the balance of the Restricted Civic Center Drive Reserve and its accumulated interest to the City Affordable Housing Capital Fund and its accumulated interest, with a net impact of $0; (d) in the General Government Capital Fund, recognizing a transfer from the General Fund and establishing a new Downtown City Property Evaluation project, with a net impact of $50,000; (e) in the Library Department Capital Fund, reallocating savings from the Central Park Library Concrete Sidewalk Replacement project to the Central Park Library Radio Coverage project, with a net impact of $0; and (f) in the Public Buildings Capital Fund, recognizing a transfer from the General Fund and establishing a new Police Department Facility Renovation project; with a net impact of $275,000.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox 6 -
Absent: Mayor Gillmor1 -
2.E 26-17460
Action on a Resolution Accepting the AB 1600 Report on Development Impact Fees for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025 and Making Required Findings
Recommendation:
Adopt a Resolution accepting the AB 1600 Report on Development Impact Fees for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025 and making findings regarding the continuing need for the unexpended balances of certain impact fees as of June 30, 2025.
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to adopt Resolution No. 26-9529 accepting the AB1600 Report on Development Impact Fees for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025 and making findings regarding the continuing need for the unexpended balances of certain impact fees as of June 30, 2025.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox 6 -
Absent: Mayor Gillmor1 -
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2.F 26-17250 Action on a Purchase and Sale Agreement to Acquire the Property Located at 3031 Corvin Drive in Santa Clara for Use by the Parks and Recreation Department, Public Works Department, and the Water and Sewer Utilities Department for Workshop and Storage Purposes for a Purchase Price of $6.3 Million and Approve Related Budget Amendments Recommendation:
1. Approve Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement (Agreement) with Timothy Charles Bonasera and Emily Ann Bonasera, his wife, and Timothy C. Bonasera, a married man as his sole and separate property, Alison Earle, Trustee of the Exempt Trust FBO Alison Earle created December 30, 2020 under the Michael J. Bonasera Living Trust dated September 27, 1990, Jenette Del Monaco, Trustee of the Exempt Trust FBO Jenette Del Monaco created December 30, 2020 under the Michael J. Bonasera Living Trust dated September 27, 1990, and Susan Bonasera, Trustee of the Exempt Trust FBO Susan Bonasera created December 30, 2020 under the Michael J. Bonasera Living Trust dated September 27, 1990 for 3031 Corvin Drive in the amount of $6.3 Million for use by Department of Public Works, Parks and Recreation and Water and Sewer, in substantially the form presented subject to the review and final approval as to form by the City Attorney;
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to take any necessary actions to implement and administer the Agreement, including, acceptance of a grant deed on behalf of the City; and
3. Approve the following FY 2025/26 budget amendments:
a. In the General Fund, establish a transfer to the Water Utility Capital Fund in the amount of $2,264,400 and decrease the Land Sale Reserve in the amount of $2,264,400 (five affirmative Council votes required for the use of unused balances);
b. In the Sewer Utility Capital Fund, establish a transfer to the Water Utility Capital Fund in the amount of $2,090,500 and decrease the Unrestricted Ending Fund Balance in the amount of $2,090,500 (five affirmative Council votes required for the use of unused balances);
c. In the Water Recycling Fund, establish a transfer to the Water Utility Capital Fund in the amount of $464,600 and decrease the Unrestricted Ending Fund Balance in the amount of $464,600 (five affirmative Council votes required for the use of unused balances); and
d. In the Water Utility Capital Fund, recognize transfers from the General Fund in the amount of $2,264,400, the Sewer Utility Capital Fund in the amount of $2,090,500, and the Water Recycling Fund in the amount of $464,600, decrease the unrestricted ending fund balance in the amount of $2,090,500, and establish the new Corvin Drive Property Purchase and Improvements project in the amount of
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$6,910,000 (five affirmative Council votes required for the use of unused balances and to appropriate additional revenue).
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to (1) approve Resolution No. 26-9530 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement (Agreement) with Timothy Charles Bonasera and Emily Ann Bonasera, his wife, and Timothy C. Bonasera, a married man as his sole and separate property, Alison Earle, Trustee of the Exempt Trust FBO Alison Earle created December 30, 2020 under the Michael J. Bonasera Living Trust dated September 27, 1990, Jenette Del Monaco, Trustee of the Exempt Trust FBO Jenette Del Monaco created December 30, 2020 under the Michael J. Bonasera Living Trust dated September 27, 1990, and Susan Bonasera, Trustee of the Exempt Trust FBO Susan Bonasera created December 30, 2020 under the Michael J. Bonasera Living Trust dated September 27, 1990 for 3031 Corvin Drive in the amount of $6.3 Million for use by Department of Public Works, Parks and Recreation and Water and Sewer, in substantially the form presented subject to the review and final approval as to form by the City Attorney; (2) authorize the City Manager or designee to take any necessary actions to implement and administer the Agreement, including, acceptance of a grant deed on behalf of the City; and (3) approve the following Fiscal Year 2025/26 budget amendments: (a) in the General Fund, establish a transfer to the Water Utility Capital Fund in the amount of $2,264,400 and decrease the Land Sale Reserve in the amount of $2,264,400; (b)
in the Sewer Utility Capital Fund, establish a transfer to the Water Utility Capital Fund in the amount of $2,090,500 and decrease the Unrestricted Ending Fund Balance in the amount of $2,090,500; (c) in the Water Recycling Fund, establish a transfer to the Water Utility Capital Fund in the amount of $464,600 and decrease the Unrestricted Ending Fund Balance in the amount of $464,600; and (d) in the Water Utility Capital Fund, recognize transfers from the General Fund in the amount of $2,264,400, the Sewer Utility Capital Fund in the amount of $2,090,500, and the Water Recycling Fund in the amount of $464,600, decrease the unrestricted ending fund balance in the amount of $2,090,500, and establish the new Corvin Drive Property Purchase and Improvements project in the amount of $6,910,000.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox 6 -
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2.G 26-31 Authorize the City Manager to execute the Side Letter Agreement between the City and the Santa Clara Firefighters, IAFF Local 1171 (Unit 1) for the Tuition Reimbursement Pilot Program (Paramedic School) and Approve the Related Budget Amendment
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Side Letter Agreement between the City and the Santa Clara Firefighters, IAFF Local 1171 (Unit 1) for the Tuition Reimbursement Pilot Program (Paramedic School); and
2. Approve the FY 2025/26 budget amendment in the General Fund to increase the Other Fees for Services estimate by $45,000 and increase the Fire Department appropriation in the amount of $45,000 (five affirmative Council votes required to appropriate additional revenue).
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to (1) authorize the City Manager to execute the Side Letter Agreement between the City and the Santa Clara Firefighters, IAFF Local 1171 (Unit 1) for the Tuition Reimbursement Pilot Program (Paramedic School); and (2) approve the Fiscal Year 2025/26 budget amendment in the General Fund to increase the Other Fees for Services estimate by $45,000 and increase the Fire Department appropriation in the amount of $45,000.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox 6 -
Absent: Mayor Gillmor1 -
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2.H 26-44 Authorize the City Manager to execute the Side Letter Agreement between the City of Santa Clara and the Public Safety Non-Sworn Employees Association (Unit 10) that provides a pilot program for training pay for Senior Public Safety Dispatchers who are assigned to train newly hired lateral Public Safety Dispatchers.
Recommendation:
Authorize the City Manager to extend the Side Letter Agreement through December 31, 2026 between the City of Santa Clara and the Public Safety Non-Sworn Employees Association (Unit 10) that provides a pilot program for a training pay for Senior Public Safety who are assigned to train newly hired lateral Public Safety Dispatchers on the terms presented and in a final form approved by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to authorize the City Manager to extend the Side Letter Agreement through December 31, 2026 between the City of Santa Clara and the Public Safety Non-Sworn Employees Association (Unit 10) that provides a pilot program for a training pay for Senior Public Safety who are assigned to train newly hired lateral Public Safety Dispatchers on the terms presented and in a final form approved by the City Attorney.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox 6 -
Absent: Mayor Gillmor1 -
2.I 26-17260
Informational Report on 2025 Q4 Legislative Updates
Recommendation: Note and file the informational report on 2025 Q4 legislative updates.
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to note and file the informational report on 2025 Q4 legislative updates.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox 6 -
Absent: Mayor Gillmor1 -
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2.J 26-69 Action to Waive Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2084 Amending Section 2.80.080 (“Military Equipment Policy”) of the City Code to provide for updated references to applicable Government Code Sections and a formalized process for annual review and renewal by Council resolution.
Recommendation:
Waive Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2084 Amending Section 2.80.080 (“Military Equipment Policy”) of the City Code to provide for updated references to applicable Government Code Sections and a formalized process for annual review and renewal by Council resolution.
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to waive Second Reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2084 amending Section 2.80.080 (“Military Equipment Policy”) of the City Code to provide for updated references to applicable Government Code Sections and a formalized process for annual review and renewal by Council resolution.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox 6 -
Absent: Mayor Gillmor1 -
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PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
Kris Kapadia spoke about making the City of Santa Clara a senior friendly city.
Howard Gibbins spoke regarding vendors during major events.
Council/Boardmember Park provided some remarks on his 030 request to agendize comprehensive discussion of policies and protocols to make the City of Santa Clara safe and inclusive during the Super Bowl and FIFA World Cup events.
Samantha spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Kim Woo urged Council to implement policies that protect immigrants.
Huy Tran spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Sameena Usman spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Jeremy Barousse spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Carmen Martinez spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Akemi Flynn spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Juritzi Torres spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Elysa spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Melinda Berlant spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Danni Razik spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Sophia Yevoo spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
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Anna S spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Ariel spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Daya Khunkhun spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Xavier Admas Gonzales spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Batman spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Lucila Ortiz spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Ishula spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Jack McGovern spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Omar spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Stop ICE in Super Bowl spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Jeff Houston spoke in support of Council/Boardmember Park's 030 request.
Council/Board comments and questions followed.
City Manager/Executive Director Grogan and City Attorney/Stadium Authority Counsel Googins addressed Council/Board questions.
A motion was made by Council/Boardmember Cox, seconded by Council/Boardmember Chahal, to agendize 030 request for comprehensive discussion and action on policies and protocols to make the City of Santa Clara safe and inclusive during the Super Bowl and FIFA World Cup events including a report of actions taken by nearby cities and counties at the February 3, 2026 Special City Council and Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board meeting.
Aye: Vice Mayor/Chair Gonzalez, Council/Boardmember Chahal, Council/ Boardmember Hardy, Council/Boardmember Park, Council/
Boardmember Jain, and Council/Boardmember Cox
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SANTA CLARA STADIUM AUTHORITY BOARD CONSENT ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
3. 26-17580 Action on the Santa Clara Stadium Authority Financial Status Report for Quarter Ending September 30, 2025 DEFERRED FROM DECEMBER 16, 2025
Recommendation: 1.
Note and file the Santa Clara Stadium Authority Financial Status Report for the Quarter Ending September 30, 2025; and
2. Approve the FY 2025/26 Budget Amendments in the Operating Budget in the amount of $930,000 to reflect increases in projected revenues and expenses.
Executive Director Grogan
made some opening remarks and introduced
Treasurer Lee who provided a Powerpoint presentation on the Santa Clara Stadium Authority Financial Status Report for the Quarter Ending September 30, 2025.
Board
questions and comments followed.
Treasurer Lee addressed Board questions.
Public Comment: None
A motion was made by Boardmember Jain, seconded by
Boardmember Chahal, to (1) note and file the Santa Clara Stadium Authority Financial Status Report for the Quarter Ending September
30, 2025; and (2) approve the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Budget Amendments in the Operating Budget in the amount of $930,000 to reflect increases in projected revenues and expenses.
Aye: Vice Chair Gonzalez, Boardmember Chahal, Boardmember Hardy, Boardmember Park, Boardmember Jain, and Boardmember Cox 6 -
Absent: 1 - Chair Gillmor
PUBLIC HEARING/GENERAL BUSINESS
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4. 26-15610 Silicon Valley Power Bi-Annual Update
Recommendation: Note and file the Silicon Valley Power Bi-Annual Update.
City Manager Grogan made some opening remarks and introduced Chief Electric Utility Officer Procos who provided a Powerpoint presentation on Silicon Valley Power Bi-Annual Update.
Council questions and comments followed.
Public Comment: Linda
Chief Electric Utility Officer Procos, Senior Electric Division Manager Radell-Harris, and Senior Electric Division Manager Hughes addressed Council questions.
Council discussion followed.
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to note and file the Silicon Valley Power Bi-Annual Update.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox 6 -
Absent: Mayor Gillmor1 -
Vice Mayor/Chair Gonzalez called for a recess at 10:41 PM and reconvened the meeting at 10:52 PM.
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5. 26-16870 Public Hearing: Action to Terminate Two Historic Property Preservation Agreements (Mills Act Contracts) at 1711 Main Street and 906 Monroe Street / 1341 Homestead Road
Recommendation:
Hold the public hearings, consider all testimony presented and, based upon the evidence presented:
1. Terminate the Mills Act Contract for the property located at 1711 Main Street due to violation of Sections 3(c) and 4(a) of the Agreement, effective immediately;
2. Terminate the Mills Act Contract for the property located at 906 Monroe Street / 1341 Homestead Road due to violation of Sections 3(c) and 4(a) of the Agreement, effective immediately; and
3. Direct the Community Development Director to inform the affected property owners and the County and take all other actions necessary to implement the terminations.
Vice Mayor Gonzalez opened the Public Hearing.
City Manager Grogan made some opening remarks and introduced Director of Community Development Hamid who provided a
Powerpoint presentation on the Mills Act contract terminations.
Council questions and comments followed.
Director of Community Development Hamid and City Manager Grogan addressed Council questions.
Public Comment: None
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to close the Public Hearing.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox 6 -
Absent: Mayor Gillmor1 -
Council discussion followed.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to continue this item to the March 10, 2026 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board meeting.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox 6 -
Absent: Mayor Gillmor1 -
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6. 26-60 Action on Approval of (1) First Amendment to the City Manager Employment Agreement, and (2) Resolution Approving and Adopting the Updated Salary Plan that includes the Classification of City Manager Recommendation:
1. Approve modifications to the compensation package for the City Manager, including (A) a salary adjustment for the City Manager of approximately 3.0% retroactive to May 1, 2025, effective May 11, 2025, resulting in a new annual salary of approximately $430,767.36, with a corresponding retroactive payment of $8,686.10, and (B) modification of the performance appraisal process as set forth in Amendment No. 1;
2. Approve, and authorize the Mayor to sign, Amendment No. 1. to the Employment Agreement with City Manager Jōvan D. Grogan; and
3. Adopt a Resolution updating the Unclassified Salary Plans (effective May 11, 2025) approved January 27, 2026.
City Manager Grogan excused himself from this item as it involves his employment contract with the City.
Vice Mayor Gonzalez read the recommendation into the record.
Council questions and comments followed.
Acting Director of Human Resources Mercado and Assistant City Manager Azevedo addressed Council questions.
Public Comment: None
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to (1) approve modifications to the compensation package for the City Manager, including (a) a salary adjustment for the City Manager of approximately 3.0% retroactive to May 1, 2025, effective May 11, 2025, resulting in a new annual salary of approximately $430,767.36, with a corresponding retroactive payment of $8,686.10; and (b) modification of the performance appraisal process as set forth in Amendment No. 1; (2) approve, and authorize the Mayor to sign, Amendment No. 1. to the Employment Agreement with City Manager Jōvan D. Grogan; and (3) adopt Resolution No 26-9531 updating the Unclassified Salary Plans (effective May 11, 2025) approved January 27, 2026.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox 6 -
Absent: Mayor Gillmor1 -
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REPORTS OF MEMBERS, SPECIAL COMMITTEES AND COUNCILMEMBER 030 REQUESTS Councilmember Chahal noted that he attended the Northern California Power Agency Capitol Day and provided a report on the event.
Councilmember Jain noted that he attended the Northern California Power Agency Strategic Issues Conference and provided a report on the event.
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT
City Manager Grogan noted that the Lunar New Year Festival will be held this weekend.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned into Closed Session at 12:10 AM in memory of retired Santa Clara Police Officers Monte Macer, Jr. and Tom Hensley.
The next regular scheduled meeting is on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 in the City Hall Council Chambers.
Jo Joint Council and Authorities Concurrent
& Stadium Authority Board Meeting
Joint Council and Authorities Concurrent
& Stadium Authority Board Meeting
MEETING DISCLOSURES
Meeting Minutes 01/27/2026
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