5:30 PM Hybrid Meeting
City Hall Council Chambers/Virtual
1500 Warburton Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95050
03/24/2026
City of Santa Clara
Meeting Minutes of the
Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent &
Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board
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5:30 PM CLOSED SESSION
Call to Order in the Council Chambers
Mayor Gillmor called the Closed Session to order at 5:37 PM.
Confirmation of Quorum
1.A 26-266
1.B 26-319
Assistant City Clerk Pimentel confirmed a quorum.
Conference with Legal Counsel-Existing Litigation
Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of case: City of Santa Clara v. Bogard Construction, Inc., et al; Santa Clara County Superior Court case number 23CV424421
Conference with Legal Counsel-Existing Litigation
Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of case: City of Santa Clara v. 891 Laurelwood LLC; Santa Clara County Superior Court case number: 25CV472883
Conference with Real Property Negotiators
Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.8
Property: 891 Laurelwood, Santa Clara, CA 95054 (APN 101-11-004) City Negotiator: Jovan Grogan, City Manager (or designee) Negotiating Parties: 891 Laurelwood LLC and South Bay Windows, Inc Under Negotiation: Purchase of Real Property Interests (provisions, price and terms of payment)
Public Comment
None.
Convene to Closed Session (Sparacino Conference Room)
Mayor Gillmor adjourned into Closed Session at 5:40 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 7:06 PM.
Closed Session - 5:30 PM | Regular Meeting - 7:00 PM
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Pledge of Allegiance and Statement of Values
Council/Board recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Council/Boardmember Cox recited the Statement of Values.
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, Council/Boardmember Suds Jain, Council/Boardmember 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 there was no reportable action from Closed Session.
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CONTINUANCES/EXCEPTIONS/RECONSIDERATIONS
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by Vice Mayor Gonzalez, to reconsider Item 2.H from the March 10, 2026 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting regarding an agreement with Peregrine Technologies.
Public Comment: Jay Ess
Council questions and comments followed.
City Attorney Googins and City Manager Grogan addressed Council questions.
Council discussion followed.
A substitute motion was made by Councilmember Park, seconded by Councilmember Jain, to continue the reconsideration of Item 2.H from the March 10, 2026 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting regarding an agreement with Peregrine Technologies until Governance & Ethics Committee resolve issues regarding
prevailing party, severability, quorum, etc.
Public Comment: Jay Ess
Public Speaker
Manny
Howard Gibbins
To consider the substitute motion.
Aye: Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Park, and Councilmember Jain
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The motion failed.
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Public Comment: Jay Ess
Public Speaker
Manny
Howard Gibbins
Council discussion followed.
Councilmember Park left the dias at 7:56 PM.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by Vice Mayor Gonzalez, to reconsider Item 2.H from the March 10, 2026 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting regarding an agreement with Peregrine Technologies at the April 7, 2026 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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Nay: 2 - Councilmember Chahal, and Councilmember Jain
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Park
Councilmember Park returned to the dias at 7:57 PM.
Jeremy Barousse requested that Item 8 be moved up on tonight's agenda.
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Park, take up agenda items in the following order:
Items 6, 7, 8, and then 5.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
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2.A 26-247
2.B 26-248
CONSENT CALENDAR
Proclamation of March 2026 as Red Cross Month
Mayor Gillmor, on behalf of the Council, proclaimed March 2026 as Red Cross Month.
Reagan Lund (Executive Director, Red Cross) accepted the proclamation and provided some remarks.
Council comments followed.
Recognition of the Silicon Valley Lunar New Year Together Committee in honor of the Silicon Valley New Year Together Celebration Mayor Gillmor, on behalf of the Council, recognized the Silicon Valley Lunar New Year Together Committee in honor of the Silicon Valley Near Year Together Celebration.
Diana Ding (CEO, Ding Ding TV) accepted the proclamation and provided some remarks.
Council/Boardmember Cox pulled Items 4.C and 4.D.
A motion was made by Council/Boardmember Hardy, seconded by Council/Boardmember Chahal, to approve the balance of the Consent Calendar (except Items 4.C and 4.D).
Aye: Vice Mayor/Chair Gonzalez, Council/Boardmember Chahal, Council/ Boardmember Hardy, Council/Boardmember Park, Council/Boardmember Jain, Council/Boardmember Cox, and Mayor/Chair Gillmor
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3.A 26-312 Action on the February 10, 2026 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting and February 24, 2026 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting Minutes
Recommendation:
Approve the February 10, 2026 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting and February 24, 2026 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting Minutes.
A motion was made by Council/Boardmember Hardy, seconded by Council/Boardmember Chahal, to approve the February 10, 2026 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting and February 24, 2026 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting Minutes.
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3.B 26-6 Board, Commissions and Committee Minutes
Recommendation: Note and file the Minutes of:
City-School Liaison Committee Meeting - November 12, 2025 Planning Commission - February 11, 2026
Historical and Landmarks Commission - December 4, 2025
Neighborhood University Relations Committee - October 20, 2025 Downtown Community Task Force - October 16, 2025
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee - October 27, 2025 A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to note and file the Minutes of: City-School Liaison Committee Meeting - November 12, 2025, Planning Commission - February 11, 2026, Historical and Landmarks Commission - December 4, 2025, Neighborhood University
Relations Committee - October 20, 2025, Downtown Community Task Force - October 16, 2025, and Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee - October 27, 2025.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.C 26-283 Action on Monthly Financial Status and Investment Reports for January 2026 and Approval of the Related Budget Amendments
Recommendation: 1. Note and file the Monthly Financial Status Report and Monthly Investment Report for January 2026 as presented; and
2. Approve the Fiscal Year 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, increase the Other Revenue estimate and the Non-Departmental budget for the “Mission Meets the Moment” campaign, with a net impact of $25,000;
b. In the Expendable Trust Fund, increase the Other Agencies Revenue estimate and the Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority appropriations for the Information Technology and Public Works Departments, with a net impact of $45,000; and
c. In the Fire Operating Grant Trust Fund, increase the Other Agencies Revenue Estimate and the USAR Training Reimbursement
appropriation, with a net impact of $3,520.
Five affirmative Council votes required to allocate additional revenue
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to (1) note and file the Monthly Financial Status Report and Monthly Investment Report for January 2026 as presented; and (2) approve the Fiscal Year 2025/26 budget amendments in the following funds: (a) in the General Fund, increase the Other Revenue estimate and the Non-Departmental budget for the “Mission Meets the Moment” campaign, with a net impact of $25,000; (b) in the Expendable Trust Fund, increase the Other Agencies Revenue estimate and the Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority appropriations for the Information Technology and Public Works Departments, with a net impact of $45,000; and (c) in the Fire Operating Grant Trust Fund, increase the Other Agencies Revenue Estimate and the USAR Training Reimbursement
appropriation, with a net impact of $3,520.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.D 26-138 Action on the City of Santa Clara Federally Funded Grants’ Single Audit Report for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025
Recommendation: Note and file the City of Santa Clara Single Audit Report for the year ended June 30, 2025, as recommended by the City Council Audit Committee.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to note and file the City of Santa Clara Single Audit Report for the year ended June 30, 2025, as recommended by the Audit Committee.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.E 26-218 Action to Authorize the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute an Agreement with Anixter Inc. for the Purchase of High-Voltage Circuit Breakers for Silicon Valley Power, for a Total Not-to-Exceed Compensation of $20,842,000 and Approve Related Budget Amendments Recommendation:
1. Authorize the City Manager or designee to negotiate and execute an agreement with Anixter, Inc. (Agreement) for the purchase of high-voltage circuit breakers, for approximately a three-year agreement term, plus a five-year warranty period, with a maximum compensation of $20,842,000, 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 (a) take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the Agreement and associated purchase orders, and (b) negotiate and execute amendments to the Agreement for (i) additional circuit breaker procurements; (ii) address issues during the design and fabrication of the circuit breakers, and (iii) make de minimis changes, subject to the maximum compensation set forth above and the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and
3. Approve the following FY 2025/26 budget amendments:
a. In the Electric Utility Fund, increase the transfer to the Electric Utility Capital Fund and reduce the Operations and Maintenance Reserve Ending Fund Balance by $20,842,000 (five affirmative City Council votes required for the use of unused balances); and b. In the Electric Utility Capital Fund, increase the transfer from the Electric Utility Fund and establish the NRS 80kA Breakers Replacement Project in the amount of $20,842,000 (five
affirmative City Council votes required to appropriate
additional revenue).
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to (1) authorize the City Manager or designee to negotiate and execute an agreement with Anixter, Inc. (Agreement) for the purchase of high-voltage circuit breakers, for approximately a three-year agreement term, plus a five-year warranty period, with a maximum compensation of $20,842,000, 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 (a) take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the Agreement and associated purchase orders, and (b) negotiate and execute amendments to the Agreement for (i) additional circuit breaker procurements; (ii) address issues during the design and fabrication of the circuit breakers, and (iii) make de minimis changes, subject to the maximum compensation set forth above and the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney;
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and (3) approve the following FY 2025/26 budget amendments: (a) in the Electric Utility Fund, increase the transfer to the Electric Utility Capital Fund and reduce the Operations and Maintenance Reserve Ending Fund Balance by $20,842,000; and (b) in the Electric Utility Capital Fund, increase the transfer from the Electric Utility Fund and establish the NRS 80kA Breakers Replacement Project in the amount of $20,842,000.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.F 26-17110
Action on the Proposed Standstill Agreement for the Santana Terrace Apartments with Alpha Z San Jose Apt 1, LLC, Located at 190 N.
Winchester Boulevard to Extend the Time for Refinance Lenders to Comply with Affordability Covenants Consistent with Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac Loan Requirements
Recommendation:
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Standstill Agreement for the Santana Terrace Project on the terms presented in a final form approved by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Standstill Agreement for the Santana Terrace Project on the terms presented in a final form approved by the City Attorney.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.G 26-199 Action to Authorize the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute Amendments to the Agreement with Intertek USA, Inc., to Provide Non-Destructive Examination, Consulting, and Engineering Services for Silicon Valley Power, for a Total Not-to-Exceed Compensation of $1,050,000
Recommendation:
1. Determine that the proposed action is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15303 (Class 1 - Existing Facilities) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; and
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to (a) negotiate and execute amendments to the agreement with Intertek USA, Inc. (Agreement) for non-destructive examination, consulting, and engineering services for Silicon Valley Power to: (i) increase the maximum compensation to $1,050,000; (ii) add or delete services associated with the services; (iii) adjust rates in accordance with the Agreement’s rate adjustment provisions; and (iv) make de minimis changes; and (b) take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the Agreement, subject to the appropriation of funds and the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to (1) determine that the proposed action is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15303 (Class 1 - Existing Facilities) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; and (2) authorize the City Manager or designee to (a) negotiate and execute amendments to the agreement with Intertek USA, Inc. (Agreement) for non-destructive examination, consulting, and engineering services for Silicon Valley Power to: (i) increase the maximum compensation to $1,050,000; (ii) add or delete services associated with the services; (iii) adjust rates in accordance with the Agreement’s rate adjustment provisions; and (iv) make de minimis changes; and (b) take any actions as necessary to implement and administer the Agreement, subject to the appropriation of funds and the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.H 26-15110 Action to Authorize the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute Amendments to the Agreement with KONE, Inc. for Citywide Elevator Maintenance and Repair Services to Increase the Total Not-to-Exceed Maximum Compensation to $1,148,452, Inclusive of All Option Years Recommendation:
1. Determine that the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of Title 14 of California Code of Regulations;
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute amendments to the agreement with KONE, Inc. for citywide elevator maintenance and repair services, to increase the maximum compensation up to $1,148,452, subject to the appropriation of funds and final review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to take any actions necessary to implement and administer the agreement with KONE, Inc., including exercising up to five one-year options in accordance with the agreement through February 28, 2031, and to negotiate and execute future amendment(s) to (a) add or delete City facilities and/or related services, (b) adjust rates consistent with market conditions, and (c) make de minimis changes, subject to the above maximum
compensation limit and final review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to (1) determine that the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of Title 14 of California Code of Regulations; (2) authorize the City Manager or designee to execute amendments to the agreement with KONE, Inc. for citywide elevator maintenance and repair services, to increase the maximum compensation up to $1,148,452, subject to the appropriation of funds and final review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and (3) authorize the City Manager or designee to take any actions necessary to implement and administer the agreement with KONE, Inc., including exercising up to five one-year options in accordance with the agreement through February 28, 2031, and to negotiate and execute future amendment(s) to: (a) add or delete City facilities and/or related services, (b) adjust rates consistent with market conditions, and (c) make de minimis changes, subject to the above maximum compensation limit and final review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.I 26-113 Action to Authorize the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 2 to the Software License and Support Agreement with Siemens Industry Inc., for the EnergyIP Meter Data Management System for a Total Not-to-Exceed Compensation of $1,543,419, and Ratify Previous Payments Exceeding City Council Authorization
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Software License and Support Agreement (SLMA) with Siemens Industries, Inc., for the EnergyIP Meter Data Management System, for a maximum compensation amount of $1,543,419, for the period from August 18, 2009, to June 30, 2030, subject to budget appropriations and the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney;
2. Ratify previous expenditures made under the SLMA in an amount of $777,553 for the period from August 18, 2009, through June 30, 2025; and
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to take any actions necessary to implement and administer the SLMA, and negotiate and execute future amendment(s) to (a) add or delete services associated with the services, (b) adjust future rates consistent with market conditions, and (c) make de minimis changes, subject to budget appropriations and the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to (1) authorize the City Manager or designee to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Software License and Support Agreement (SLMA) with Siemens Industries, Inc., for the EnergyIP Meter Data Management System, for a maximum
compensation amount of $1,543,419, for the period from August 18, 2009, to June 30, 2030, subject to budget appropriations and the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; (2) ratify previous expenditures made under the SLMA in an amount of $777,553 for the period from August 18, 2009, through June 30, 2025; and (3) authorize the City Manager or designee to take any actions necessary to implement and administer the SLMA, and negotiate and execute future amendment(s) to: (a) add or delete services associated with the services, (b) adjust future rates consistent with market conditions, and (c) make de minimis changes, subject to budget appropriations and the review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.J 26-208 Action to Authorize the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with Z'Onion Creative Group LLC to Provide Marketing and Communications Services, for a Total Not-to-Exceed Compensation of $560,000
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with Z’Onion Creative Group LLC (Agreement) to increase the maximum compensation by $310,000 for marketing and communication services, for a revised not-to-exceed maximum compensation amount of $560,000, subject to the appropriation of funds; and
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to take all actions necessary to implement and administer the Agreement, including negotiating and executing future amendments to (i) add or delete related line item services; (ii) implement rate adjustments on the terms provided in Exhibit B, and (iii) make de minimis changes, provided that the total not-to-exceed maximum compensation is not exceeded, subject to the appropriation of funds and review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to (1) authorize the City Manager or designee to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with Z’Onion Creative Group LLC (Agreement) to increase the maximum compensation by $310,000 for marketing and communication services, for a revised not-to-exceed maximum compensation amount of $560,000, subject to the appropriation of funds; and (2) authorize the City Manager or designee to take all actions necessary to implement and administer the Agreement, including negotiating and executing future amendments to (i) add or delete related line item services; (ii) implement rate adjustments on the terms provided in Exhibit B, and (iii) make de minimis changes, provided that the total not-to-exceed maximum compensation is not exceeded, subject to the appropriation of funds and review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.K 26-134 Action on the 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report (APR) Recommendation: Accept the General Plan Annual Progress Report as presented by staff for submittal to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to accept the General Plan Annual Progress Report as presented by staff for submittal to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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3.L 26-170
Action to Authorize the Use of City Electric Forces for New Dark Fiber Installations From 5453 Great America Parkway to 5200 Patrick Henry Drive to 2895 Northwestern Parkway, With an Estimated Cost of $9,741 Recommendation:
1. Determine the proposed action is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15303 (Class 3 - New Facilities) 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 with an estimated cost of $9,741, located from 5453 Great America Parkway to 5200 Patrick Henry Drive to 2895 Northwestern Parkway, is better performed by the City with its own employees based on the information set forth in this Report to Council and authorize the performance of this public work consistent with this authorization.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to (1) determine the proposed action is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15303 (Class 3 - New Facilities) 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 with an estimated cost of $9,741, located from 5453 Great America Parkway to 5200 Patrick Henry Drive to 2895 Northwestern Parkway, is better performed by the City with its own employees and authorize the performance of this public work consistent with this authorization.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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4.A 26-232 Action on an Amendment No.1 to the Agreement with Advanced Integrated Pest Management for Pest Control Services at Levi’s Stadium to Extend the Term by One Year, Increase the Total Agreement Amount by $82,500, Update the Compensation and Fee Schedule, and Delegate Authority to the Executive Director for Future Amendments
Recommendation:
1. Approve and authorize the Stadium Manager to execute an Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Advanced Integrated Pest Management for pest control services at Levi’s Stadium to increase the maximum compensation by $82,500 to cover services from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027 and update the compensation and fee schedule to reflect Exhibit B-2.
2. Authorize the Executive Director to approve future amendments to the Agreement with Advanced Integrated Pest Management to: (a) exercise the final one-year option for the fifth contract year, increase the not-to-exceed amount by $86,625 to cover services from April 1, 2027 to March 31, 2028, adjust the compensation to reflect rate increases not to exceed 5% over the prior year upon providing reasonable justification of rate increases, and (b) increase the total not-to-exceed amount by up to an additional $25,000 as contingency for unanticipated services, which may be utilized during the fourth or fifth contract years, all subject to the same basic terms and conditions and budget appropriations.
3. Authorize the Executive Director to approve future amendment to the Agreement with Advanced Integrated Pest Management, under the same basic terms and conditions, for a period not to exceed six months beyond the fifth contract year through September 30, 2028, increase the not-to-exceed amount by $45,478 to cover up to six months of services, and adjust the compensation and fee schedule to reflect rate increases not to exceed 5% over the prior year upon providing reasonable justification of rate increases, provided the Stadium Manager is engaged in an active competitive solicitation process and subject to budget appropriations.
4. The total not-to-exceed maximum compensation for the Agreement with Advanced Integrated Pest Management, inclusive of contingency and all contract years, shall not exceed $489,603.
A motion was made by Boardmember Hardy, seconded by
Boardmember Chahal, to (1) approve and authorize the Stadium Manager to execute an Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Advanced Integrated Pest Management for pest control services at Levi’s Stadium to increase the maximum compensation by $82,500 to cover services from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027 and update the compensation and fee schedule to reflect Exhibit B-2; (2) authorize the Executive Director to approve future amendments to the Agreement with Advanced Integrated Pest Management to: (a)
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exercise the final one-year option for the fifth contract year, increase the not-to-exceed amount by $86,625 to cover services from April 1, 2027 to March 31, 2028, adjust the compensation to reflect rate increases not to exceed 5% over the prior year upon providing reasonable justification of rate increases, and (b) increase the total not-to-exceed amount by up to an additional $25,000 as
contingency for unanticipated services, which may be utilized during the fourth or fifth contract years, all subject to the same basic terms and conditions and budget appropriations; (3) authorize the Executive Director to approve future amendment to the Agreement with Advanced Integrated Pest Management, under the same basic terms and conditions, for a period not to exceed six months beyond the fifth contract year through September 30, 2028, increase the not-to-exceed amount by $45,478 to cover up to six months of services, and adjust the compensation and fee schedule to reflect rate increases not to exceed 5% over the prior year upon providing reasonable justification of rate increases, provided the Stadium Manager is engaged in an active competitive solicitation process and subject to budget appropriations; and (4) the total not-to-exceed maximum compensation for the Agreement with Advanced Integrated Pest Management, inclusive of contingency and all contract years, shall not exceed $489,603.
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4.B 26-233 Action on an Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Gachina Landscape Management, Inc. for Landscaping Services at Levi’s Stadium to Extend the Term by One Year, Update the Compensation and Fee Schedule, and Add a Termination for Convenience Clause
Recommendation:
Approve the Stadium Manager’s request to execute an Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Gachina Landscaping Management, Inc. to extend the term through March 31, 2027, in an amount not-to-exceed $40,000 for the fourth contract year and not-to-exceed $250,000 over the four-year term, subject to budget appropriations, update the compensation and fee schedule with Exhibit B-1, and add a termination for convenience clause.
A motion was made by Boardmember Hardy, seconded by
Boardmember Chahal, to approve the Stadium Manager’s request to execute an Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Gachina Landscaping Management, Inc. to extend the term through March 31, 2027, in an amount not-to-exceed $40,000 for the fourth contract year and not-to-exceed $250,000 over the four-year term, subject to budget appropriations, update the compensation and fee schedule with Exhibit B-1, and add a termination for convenience clause.
Aye:
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4.E 26-313 Action on an Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with Integrated Communication Systems for Fire Alarm Testing, Inspection, Maintenance, and Related Services at Levi’s Stadium to Extend the Term by One Year, Increase the Total Agreement Amount, Update the Compensation and Fee Schedule, and Delegate Authority to the Executive Director for Future Amendments
Recommendation:
1. Approve and authorize the Stadium Manager to execute an Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with Integrated Communication System for fire alarm testing, inspections, maintenance, and related services at Levi’s Stadium to increase the maximum compensation by $160,000 to cover services from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027 and update the compensation and fee schedule to reflect Exhibit B-2;
2. Authorize the Executive Director to approve future amendments to the Agreement with Integrated Communication Systems to exercise the final one-year option for the fifth contract year, increase the not-to-exceed amount by $168,000 to cover services from April 1, 2027 to March 31, 2028, and adjust the compensation and fee schedule to reflect rate increases not to exceed 5% upon providing reasonable justification of rate increases, all subject to the same basic terms and conditions and budget appropriations;
3. Authorize the Executive Director to approve future amendment to the Agreement with Integrated Communication System, under the same basic terms and conditions, for a period not to exceed six months beyond the fifth contract year through September 30, 2028, increase the not-to-exceed amount by $88,200 to cover up to six months of services, and adjust the compensation and fee
schedule to reflect rate increases not to exceed 5% over the prior year upon providing reasonable justification of rate increases, provided the Stadium Manager is engaged in an active competitive solicitation process and subject to budget appropriations; and
4. The total not-to-exceed maximum compensation for the Agreement with Integrated Communication Systems, inclusive of all contract years and the six-month extension period, shall not exceed $824,200.
A motion was made by Boardmember Hardy, seconded by
Boardmember Chahal, to (1) approve and authorize the Stadium Manager to execute an Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with Integrated Communication System for fire alarm testing, inspections, maintenance, and related services at Levi’s Stadium to increase the maximum compensation by $160,000 to cover services from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027 and update the compensation and fee schedule to reflect Exhibit B-2; (2) authorize the Executive Director to approve future amendments to the Agreement with Integrated Communication Systems to exercise the final one-year
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option for the fifth contract year, increase the not-to-exceed amount by $168,000 to cover services from April 1, 2027 to March 31, 2028, and adjust the compensation and fee schedule to reflect rate increases not to exceed 5% upon providing reasonable justification of rate increases, all subject to the same basic terms and conditions and budget appropriations; (3) authorize the Executive Director to approve future amendment to the Agreement with Integrated Communication System, under the same basic terms and
conditions, for a period not to exceed six months beyond the fifth contract year through September 30, 2028, increase the
not-to-exceed amount by $88,200 to cover up to six months of services, and adjust the compensation and fee schedule to reflect rate increases not to exceed 5% over the prior year upon providing reasonable justification of rate increases, provided the Stadium Manager is engaged in an active competitive solicitation process and subject to budget appropriations; and (4) the total not-to-exceed maximum compensation for the Agreement with Integrated Communication Systems, inclusive of all contract years and the six-month extension period, shall not exceed $824,200.
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4.F 26-316 Action on an Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement with Everon LLC for Fire Sprinkler Testing, Inspection, and Maintenance Services to Extend the Term by One Year, Increase the Total Agreement Amount, Update the Compensation and Fee Schedule, and Delegate Authority to the Executive Director for Future Amendments
Recommendation:
1. Approve and authorize the Stadium Manager to execute an Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement with Everon LLC for fire sprinkler testing, inspection, and maintenance services at Levi’s Stadium to increase the maximum compensation by $94,000 to cover services from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027 and update the compensation and fee schedule to Exhibit B-2;
2. Authorize the Executive Director to approve future amendments to the Agreement with Everon LLC to exercise the final one-year option for the fifth contract year, increase the not-to-exceed amount by $97,800 to cover services from April 1, 2027 to March 31, 2028, and adjust the compensation and fee schedule to reflect rate increases not to exceed 5% over the prior year upon providing reasonable justification of rate increases, all subject to the same basic terms and conditions and budget appropriations;
3. Authorize the Executive Director to approve future amendment to the Agreement with Everon LLC, under the same basic terms and conditions, for a period not to exceed six months beyond the fifth contract year through September 30, 2028, increase the total not-to-exceed amount by $49,862 to cover six months of services, and adjust the compensation and fee schedule to reflect rate increases not to exceed 5% over the prior year upon providing reasonable justification of rate increases, provided the Stadium Manager is engaged in an active competitive solicitation process and subject to budget appropriations; and
4. The total not-to-exceed maximum compensation for the Agreement with Everon LLC, inclusive of all contract years and the six-month extension period, shall not exceed $494,562.
A motion was made by Boardmember Hardy, seconded by
Boardmember Chahal, to (1) approve and authorize the Stadium Manager to execute an Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement with Everon LLC for fire sprinkler testing, inspection, and maintenance services at Levi’s Stadium to increase the maximum compensation by $94,000 to cover services from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027 and update the compensation and fee schedule to Exhibit B-2; (2) authorize the Executive Director to approve future amendments to the Agreement with Everon LLC to exercise the final one-year option for the fifth contract year, increase the not-to-exceed amount by $97,800 to cover services from April 1, 2027 to March 31, 2028,
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and adjust the compensation and fee schedule to reflect rate increases not to exceed 5% over the prior year upon providing reasonable justification of rate increases, all subject to the same basic terms and conditions and budget appropriations; (3) aAuthorize the Executive Director to approve future amendment to the Agreement with Everon LLC, under the same basic terms and conditions, for a period not to exceed six months beyond the fifth contract year through September 30, 2028, increase the total not-to-exceed amount by $49,862 to cover six months of services, and adjust the compensation and fee schedule to reflect rate increases not to exceed 5% over the prior year upon providing reasonable justification of rate increases, provided the Stadium Manager is engaged in an active competitive solicitation process and subject to budget appropriations; and (4) the total not-to-exceed maximum compensation for the Agreement with Everon LLC, inclusive of all contract years and the six-month extension period, shall not exceed $494,562.
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PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
Jay Ess expressed concerns regarding the agenda order of the March 10, 2026 City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting and requested Council to amend Council Policy 055.
Howard Gibbins spoke regarding a verbal altercation he had with Anthony Becker.
Sudhanva Belur spoke in favor of federal recognition for the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe.
Satkrutan Kalidas spoke in favor of federal recognition for the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe.
Micah Chiang spoke in favor of federal recognition for the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe.
Julie Dominquez spoke in favor of federal recognition for the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe.
Joey Torres spoke in favor of federal recognition for the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe.
James Rowen spoke regarding Robert Owen's passing.
John Preciado spoke regarding the closing of Great America Theme Park.
Akemi Flynn spoke regarding a public session on lessons learned from Super Bowl LX.
Lucila Ortiz spoke regarding a public session on lessons learned from Super Bowl LX.
Jeremy Barousse spoke regarding investing in immigration services.
Anthony Becker (time donated by Abel and Fred) made a Council Policy 030 request to investigate the disclosure of confidential information from Closed Session.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gonzalez, seconded by Councilmember Cox, to agendize a resolution in support of federal recognition for the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe at a future meeting date
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Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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PUBLIC HEARING/GENERAL BUSINESS
6. 26-172 Public Hearing: Adoption of a Resolution Ordering the Abatement of a Nuisance Consisting of Growing Weeds in Association with the County Weed Abatement Program for 2026
Recommendation:
1. Determine the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15308 (Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the Environment) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations;
2. Accept the recommendation from the City’s Code Enforcement for the removal of the four (4) properties who have demonstrated compliance from the County’s 2026 Commencement Report; and
3. Adopt a Resolution Ordering the Abatement of a Nuisance Consisting of Growing Weeds in the City of Santa Clara on the Identified Parcels in Accordance with City Code Chapter 8.15 and in Association with the County Weed Abatement Program (Attachment 7).
Mayor Gillmor opened the Public Hearing.
City Manager Grogan made some opening remarks and introduced Acting Deputy Fire Chief Panko and Garik Iosilevsky (Program Manager, Santa Clara County) who provided a Powerpoint presentation on the Weed Abatement Program.
Council questions and comments followed.
Acting Deputy Fire Chief Panko and Garik Iosilevsky (Program Manager, Santa Clara County) addressed Council questions.
Public Comment: Marc Fontana
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by
Councilmember Gonzalez, to close the Public Hearing.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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Council discussion followed.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to (1) determine the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15308 (Actions by
Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the Environment) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; (2) accept the
recommendation from the City’s Code Enforcement for the removal of the four properties who have demonstrated compliance from the County’s 2026 Commencement Report; (3) remove Marc Fontana from the Weed Abatement list upon verification; and (4) adopt Resolution No. 26-9543 Ordering the Abatement of a Nuisance Consisting of Growing Weeds in the City of Santa Clara on the Identified Parcels in Accordance with City Code Chapter 8.15 and in Association with the County Weed Abatement Program.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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7. 26-135
Public Hearing: Opportunity for Public Comment on the First Version of the DRAFT FY 2026/27 Annual Action Plan for the Use of Federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Grant Funds
Recommendation:
Approve the 2026-2027 DRAFT Annual Action Plan and direct staff to include public comments in the final version to be presented to the City Council on May 5, 2026.
Mayor Gillmor opened the Public Hearing.
City Manager Grogan made some opening remarks and introduced Housing Manager Marcus who provided a Powerpoint presentation on the Draft Annual Action Plan for the Use of Federal Housing and Urban Development Grant Funds.
Council questions and comments followed.
Housing Manager Marcus addressed Council questions.
Public Comment: Pilar Furlong
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by Vice Mayor Gonzalez, to close the Public Hearing.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to approve the 2026-2027 Draft Annual Action Plan and direct staff to include public comments in the final version to be presented to the City Council on May 5, 2026.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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8. 26-273 Informational Report Regarding the Santa Clara Police Department’s Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Policy, Compliance Review, and Program Operations
Recommendation:
Note and file Information Report.
Chief of Police Morgan, Mike Sena (Director, Northern California Regional Intelligence Center), and Police Sergeant Williams provided a Powerpoint presentation on Informational Report Regarding the Santa Clara Police Department’s Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Policy, Compliance Review and Program Operations.
Council questions and comments followed.
Public comment: Jay Ess (Time donated by Shalini Venkatesh) KBT
David Kertes
Jeff Houston
Jill Brooks
Jeremy Barousse
Lesley Kelsey
Yvonne (Time donated by Santiago Inciarte)
Yun
Kimberly Woo
Victor Sin
Tim MacKenzie
Manny
Lucila Ortiz
Jonathan Soria
Austin M
Carrie Levin
Satish
Edward Strine
Drew
Heidi
Chief of Police Morgan and Police Sergeant Williams addressed Council questions.
Council discussion followed.
A motion was made by Council/Boardmember Hardy, seconded by Council/Boardmember Cox, to finish this item and Item 4.D and continue Items 4.C and 5 to the April 7, 2026 City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting.
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Council discussion followed.
Chief of Police Morgan, Sergeant Williams, City Attorney Googins, and City Manager Grogan addressed Council questions.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Cox, to note and file informational report and direct staff to return with a report within 6 months.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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CONSENT ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
5. 26-295 Action on Monthly Financial Status and Investment Reports for December 2025 and Approve the Related Budget Amendments (ITEMS 2b AND 2e CONTINUED FROM MARCH 10, 2026)
Recommendation:
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 1 of the staff report):
b. In the Downtown Parking Maintenance District Fund, transfers funding to the Public Buildings Fund and decreases the unrestricted ending fund balance, with a net impact of $0; and
e. In the Public Buildings Capital Fund, recognizes a transfer from the Downtown Parking Maintenance District Fund and establishes a Public Facilities Paid Parking project, with a net impact of $180,000.
Five affirmative Council votes required to appropriate additional revenue, allocate unused balances
This item was continued to the April 7, 2026 City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting.
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4.C 26-315 Action on an Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with West Coast Turf for the Supply, Delivery, and Installation of Sod for the Field at Levi’s Stadium to Extend the Term by One Year, Increase the Total Agreement Amount, Update the Compensation and Fee Schedule, and Delegate Authority to the Executive Director for Future Amendments
Recommendation:
1. Approve and authorize the Stadium Manager to execute an Amendment No. 1 with West Coast Turf for supply, delivery, and installation of sod services at Levi’s Stadium to increase the maximum compensation by $1,600,000 to cover services from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027 and update the compensation and fee schedule to reflect Exhibit B-2 and Schedule A-1;
2. Authorize the Executive Director to approve future amendment to the Agreement with West Coast Turf to exercise the final one-year option for the fifth contract year, increase the not-to-exceed amount by $1,680,000 to cover services from April 1, 2027 to March 31, 2028, and adjust the compensation fee schedule to reflect rate increases not to exceed 5% upon providing reasonable justification of rate increases, all subject to the same basic terms and conditions and budget appropriations;
3. Authorize the Executive Director to approve future amendment to the Agreement with West Coast Turf, under the same basic terms and conditions, for a period not to exceed six months beyond the fifth contract year through September 30, 2028, increase the not-to-exceed amount by $840,000 to cover up to six months of services, and adjust the compensation and fee schedule to reflect rate increases not to exceed 5% over the prior year upon providing reasonable justification of rate increases, provided the Stadium Manager is engaged in an active competitive solicitation process and subject to budget appropriations; and
4. The total not-to-exceed maximum compensation for the Agreement, inclusive of all contract years and the six-month extension period, shall not exceed $8,920,000.
This item was continued to the April 7, 2026 City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Meeting.
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4.D 26-311 Action on Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with KPMG LLP for Auditing and Consulting Services for the Santa Clara Stadium Authority Recommendation: Approve and authorize the Executive Director or designee to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with KPMG LLP for audit and consulting services to extend the term of the agreement to June 30, 2026 in a final form approved by the Stadium Authority Counsel.
A motion was made by Boardmember Cox, seconded by Vice
Chair Gonzalez, to approve and authorize the Executive Director or designee to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with KPMG LLP for audit and consulting services to extend the term of the agreement to June 30, 2026 in a final form approved by the Stadium Authority Counsel.
Aye: Vice Chair Gonzalez, Boardmember Chahal, Boardmember Hardy, Boardmember Park, Boardmember Jain, Boardmember Cox, and Chair Gillmor
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REPORTS OF MEMBERS, SPECIAL COMMITTEES AND COUNCILMEMBER 030 REQUESTS Councilmember Chahal spoke about recognizing May as Myositis Awareness Month.
Councilmember Jain noted that he attended the CivicWell Policymakers Conference at Yosemite March on 12-14, 2026. He provided a verbal report on the conference.
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT
City Manager Grogan noted that a Major Event reimbursement update was provided to Council through email and additional information will be provided at a future meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 12:46 AM on March 25, 2026 in memory of Robert Owens.
The next regular scheduled meeting is on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 in the City Hall Council Chambers.
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