5:30 PM Hybrid Meeting
City Hall Council Chambers/Virtual
1500 Warburton Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95050
05/05/2026
City of Santa Clara
Meeting Minutes of the
Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent &
Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board
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Study Session - 5:30 PM | Regular Meeting - 7:00 PM
5:30 PM STUDY SESSION
Call to Order in the Council Chambers
Mayor Gillmor called the Study Session to order at 5:40 PM.
Confirmation of Quorum
Assistant City Clerk Pimentel
confirmed a quorum.
1. 26-255 Study Session: Review of the Proposed FY 2026/27 & FY 2027/28 Biennial Capital Improvement Program Budget and FY 2026/27 Operating Budget Amendments
Recommendation:
Review and provide input on the Proposed FY 2026/27 & FY 2027/28 Biennial Capital Improvement Program Budget and FY 2026/27 Operating Budget Changes.
City Manager Grogan made opening remarks and introduced Director of Finance Lee who provided a Powerpoint presentation on the review of the proposed Fiscal Year 2026/27 & Fiscal Year 2027/28 Biennial Capital Improvement Program Budget and Fiscal Year 2026/27 Operating Budget changes.
Councilmember Park arrived at the dais at 6:16 PM.
Council questions and comments followed.
Public Comment: Wanda Buck
Mayor Gillmor called for a recess at 6:59 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 7:16 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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Assistant City Clerk/Secretary Pimentel noted that Council/Boardmember Chahal would be participating remotely under the Brown Act.
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 Suds Jain, Council/Boardmember Kelly Cox, Mayor/Chair Lisa Gillmor
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Absent: 1 - Council /Boardmember Kevin Park (arrived at 7:57 PM)
CONTINUANCES/EXCEPTIONS/RECONSIDERATIONS
City Attorney Googins reported that there was no reportable action from the April 21, 2026 Joint City Council and Authorities Concurrent & Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board Closed Session.
Council/Boardmember Jain requested to move Item 9 to be heard following Public Presentations.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
2.A 26-502 Commendation of the 25th Anniversary of the Santa Clara City Library Foundation & Friends
Mayor Gillmor, on behalf of the Council, commended the 25th Anniversary of the Santa Clara City Library Foundation & Friends.
JoAnn Davis (Executive Director, Santa Clara City Library Foundation & Friends) accepted the commendation and provided some remarks.
2.B 26-347 Proclamation of May 2026 as Affordable Housing Month Mayor Gillmor, on behalf of the Council, proclaimed May 2026 as Affordable Housing Month.
Emily Ramos (Tenant Protection & Empowerment Associate, SV@Home) accepted the proclamation and provided some remarks.
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2.C 26-211 Proclamation of May 17-23, 2026 as National Public Works Week Mayor Gillmor, on behalf of the Council, proclaimed May 17-23, 2026 as National Public Works Week.
Director of Public Works Mobeck accepted the proclamation and provided some remarks.
2.D 26-492 Proclamation of May 3-9, 2026, as Professional Municipal Clerks Week Mayor Gillmor, on behalf of the Council, proclaimed May 3-9, 2026 as Professional Municipal Clerks Week.
Assistant City Clerk Pimentel
and City Clerk Bob O'Keefe accepted
the proclamation and provided some remarks.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Jain pulled the Parks and Recreation Commission March 9, 2026 Meeting Minutes from Item 3.A.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor/Chair Gonzalez, seconded by Council/Boardmember Jain, to approve the balance of the Consent Calendar (except Item 3.A).
Aye:
Vice Mayor/Chair Gonzalez, Council/Boardmember Chahal, Council/ Boardmember Hardy, Council/Boardmember Jain, Council/Boardmember Cox, and Mayor/Chair Gillmor
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Absent: 1 - Council /Boardmember Park
3.A 26-9 Board, Commissions and Committee Minutes
Recommendation: Note and file the Minutes of:
Cultural Commission - March 2, 2026
Youth Commission - February 10, 2026
Youth Commission - March 10, 2026
Senior Advisory Commission - January 26, 2026
Senior Advisory Commission - March 16, 2026
Parks & Recreation Commission - January 12, 2026
Parks & Recreation Commission - March 09, 2026
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Gonzalez, seconded by Councilmember Jain, to Note and file the Minutes of: Cultural Commission - March 2, 2026, Youth Commission - February 10, 2026, Youth Commission - March 10, 2026, Senior Advisory Commission - January 26, 2026, Senior Advisory Commission - March 16, 2026, and Parks & Recreation Commission - January 12, 2026.
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Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: Councilmember Park1 -
3.B 26-253 Action on City Bills and Claims Report for the period February 7, 2026 - March 6, 2026
Recommendation:
Approve the list of Bills and Claims for February 7, 2026 - March 6, 2026.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Gonzalez, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to approve the list of Bills and Claims for February 7, 2026 - March 6, 2026.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: Councilmember Park1 -
3.C 26-455
Action on City Bills and Claims Report for the period March 7, 2026 - April 3, 2026
Recommendation:
Approve the list of Bills and Claims for March 7, 2026 - April 3, 2026.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Gonzalez, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to approve the list of Bills and Claims for March 7, 2026 - April 3, 2026.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: Councilmember Park1 -
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3.D 26-1668 Action on Award of a Public Works Contract for the Citywide Emergency Generators Replacement Phase 3 Project to Saboo Inc. and Approval of Related Budget Amendments
Recommendation:
1. Determine that the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 (c), “Existing Facilities,” of Title 14 of California Code of Regulations;
2. Award the Public Works Contract for the Citywide Emergency Generators Replacement Phase 3 Project to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Saboo Inc., in the amount of $2,700,000 and authorize the City Manager or Designee to execute any and all documents associated with, and necessary for the award, completion, and acceptance of this Project in final forms approved by the City Attorney;
3. Authorize the City Manager or Designee to execute change orders up to approximately 15 percent of the original contract price, or $405,000, for a total not to exceed contract amount of $3,105,000; and
4. Approve the following FY 2025/26 budget amendments:
a. In the Public Buildings Capital Fund, recognize a transfer from the Water Utility Fund in the amount of $725,320, a transfer from the Water Utility Capital Fund in the amount of $2,300,000, and a transfer from the Electric Utility Capital Fund in the amount of $360,530, and increase the Standby Stationary Generators Project by $3,385,850 (five affirmative Council votes required to appropriate additional revenue);
b. In the Water Utility Fund, establish a transfer to the Public Buildings Capital Fund in the amount of $725,320 and decrease the Unrestricted Ending Fund Balance in the amount of $725,320 (five affirmative Council votes required for the use of unused balances);
c. In the Water Utility Capital Fund, establish a transfer to the Public Buildings Capital Fund in the amount of $2,300,000 and decrease the Buildings and Grounds Project by $2,300,000 (majority affirmative Council votes required); and
d. In the Electric Utility Capital Fund, establish a transfer to the Public Buildings Capital Fund in the amount of $360,530 and decrease the Electric Yard Building and Grounds Project in the amount of $360,530 (majority affirmative Council votes required).
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Gonzalez, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to (1) determine that the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 (c), “Existing Facilities,” of Title 14 of California Code of Regulations; (2) award the Public Works Contract for the Citywide Emergency Generators Replacement Phase 3 Project to the lowest responsive and
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responsible bidder, Saboo Inc., in the amount of $2,700,000 and authorize the City Manager or Designee to execute any and all documents associated with, and necessary for the award, completion, and acceptance of this Project in final forms approved by the City Attorney; (3) authorize the City Manager or Designee to execute change orders up to approximately 15 percent of the original contract price, or $405,000, for a total not to exceed contract amount of $3,105,000; and (4) approve the following Fiscal Year 2025/26 budget amendments: (a) in the Public Buildings Capital Fund, recognize a transfer from the Water Utility Fund in the amount of $725,320, a transfer from the Water Utility Capital Fund in the amount of $2,300,000, and a transfer from the Electric Utility Capital Fund in the amount of $360,530, and increase the Standby Stationary Generators Project by $3,385,850; (b) in the Water Utility Fund, establish a transfer to the Public Buildings Capital Fund in the amount of $725,320 and decrease the Unrestricted Ending Fund Balance in the amount of $725,320; (c) in the Water Utility Capital Fund, establish a transfer to the Public Buildings Capital Fund in the amount of $2,300,000 and decrease the Buildings and Grounds Project by $2,300,000; and (d) in the Electric Utility Capital Fund, establish a transfer to the Public Buildings Capital Fund in the amount of $360,530 and decrease the Electric Yard Building and Grounds Project in the amount of $360,530.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: Councilmember Park1 -
3.E 26-275
Action to Authorize the City Manager to Enter into an Exclusive Negotiating Agreement (ENA) with Valley Water for the Development of the Pure Water Silicon Valley Project (PWSV)
Recommendation:
Authorize the City Manager or their designee to execute the Exclusive Negotiations Agreement between the City of San José, City of Santa Clara, and Valley Water in substantially the form presented, in a final form approved by the City Attorney
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Gonzalez, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to authorize the City Manager or their designee to execute the Exclusive Negotiations Agreement between the City of San José, City of Santa Clara, and Valley Water in substantially the form presented, in a final form approved by the City Attorney.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
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3.F 26-67 Action on a Resolution to Adopt a List of Projects Funded by Senate Bill 1, The Road Repair and Accountability Act, for Fiscal Year 2026-27 Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution with a List of Projects Funded by Senate Bill 1, The Road Repair and Accountability Act, for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Gonzalez, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to adopt Resolution No. 26-9553 with a List of Projects Funded by Senate Bill 1, The Road Repair and
Accountability Act, for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: Councilmember Park1 -
3.G 26-491 Action on a Resolution of the City of Santa Clara Authorizing the Display of the FIFA ceremonial flag from May 12, 2026 to July 19, 2026.
Recommendation:
Adopt a Resolution waiving the 30 continuous day maximum display period in City Council Policy 48 (“Display of Flags”) and authorizing the display of the FIFA World Cup flag from May 12, 2026 to July 19, 2026 at City Hall and other suitable locations throughout the City approved by the City Manager.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Gonzalez, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to adopt Resolution No. 26-9554 waiving the 30 continuous day maximum display period in City Council Policy 48 (“Display of Flags”) and authorizing the display of the FIFA World Cup flag from May 12, 2026 to July 19, 2026 at City Hall and other suitable locations throughout the City approved by the City Manager.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: Councilmember Park1 -
3.H 26-500 Approve an Update to the Unit 1 Classified Salary Plan to Reflect the Approved Increase to the 40-hour Special Assignment Pay Recommendation:
Adopt a Resolution Updating the Salary Plan for various Unit 1 classified positions to satisfy the requirements of California Code of Regulations Section 570.5.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Gonzalez, seconded by
Councilmember Jain, to adopt Resolution No. 26-9555 Updating the Salary Plan for various Unit 1 classified positions to satisfy the requirements of California Code of Regulations Section 570.5.
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Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: Councilmember Park1 -
SANTA CLARA STADIUM AUTHORITY BOARD CONSENT CALENDAR
4. 26-302 Action on Stadium Authority Bills and Claims for the Month of March 2026 Recommendation: Approve the list of Stadium Authority Bills and Claims for March 2026.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Gonzalez, seconded by
Boardmember Jain, to approve the list of Stadium Authority Bills and Claims for March 2026.
Aye:
Vice Chair Gonzalez, Boardmember Chahal, Boardmember Hardy, Boardmember Jain, Boardmember Cox, and Chair Gillmor
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Absent: 1 - Boardmember Park
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
Anthony Becker (time donated by Fred) made a Council Policy 030 request to investigate the disclosure of confidential information from Closed Session.
Mary Grizzle spoke regarding downtown.
Brian Darby spoke regarding a report on manufactured homes.
CONSENT ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
PUBLIC HEARING/GENERAL BUSINESS
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9. 26-136 Public Hearing: Opportunity for Public Comment and action on the Final
Version of the FY 2026/27 Annual Action Plan for the Use of Federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Grant Funds (Hearing 2 of 2) Recommendation: 1.
Note and File Public Comment on FY 2026/27 Annual Action Plan for U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Funds;
2. Approve the FY 2026/27 Annual Action Plan in substantially the form presented, and direct staff to summarize and include all public comments to be submitted to HUD within sixty (60) days after receiving the allocation notice;
3. Allocate $30,000 from the Housing Division’s annual General Fund budget for the Bill Wilson Center Family Therapy Counseling Program and reallocate $30,000 in HUD public service funding evenly to the other public service agencies;
4. Appropriate a total of $60,000 to Nextdoor Solutions for domestic violence support services using HOME ARP funding for fiscal years 2026/27 and 2027/28. These funds were already programmed for supportive services in the HOME ARP Plan, but additional action is needed to award these funds to Nextdoor Solutions;
4. Delegate authority to the City Manager or designee to negotiate, draft, and execute a two-year agreement with the County Office of Supportive Housing not-to-exceed $350,000, using local funding that is allocated through the City Council’s adoption of the FY 2026/27 Annual Action Plan in final forms approved by the City Attorney; and
5. Delegate authority to the City Manager or designee to execute all agreements and amendments for federal and local funding that is allocated through the City Council’s adoption of the FY 2026/27 Annual Action Plan in final forms approved by the City Attorney.
Councilmember Park arrived at the dais at 7:57 PM.
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 Fiscal Year 26/27 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: Carole Conn
Delinda Yatskevich
Pilar Furlong
Brian Darby
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A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, 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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City Manager Grogan addressed Council questions.
Council discussion followed.
A motion was made by Councilmember Jain, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to (1) note and file Public Comment on Fiscal Year 2026/27 Annual Action Plan for U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Funds; (2) approve the Fiscal Year 2026/27 Annual Action Plan in substantially the form presented, and direct staff to summarize and include all public comments to be submitted to HUD within sixty (60) days after receiving the allocation notice; (3) allocate $30,000 from the Housing Division’s annual General Fund budget for the Bill Wilson Center Family Therapy Counseling Program and reallocate $30,000 in HUD public service funding evenly to the other public service agencies; (4) appropriate a total of $60,000 to Nextdoor Solutions for domestic violence support services using HOME ARP funding for fiscal years 2026/27 and 2027/28 (4) delegate authority to the City Manager or designee to negotiate, draft, and execute a two-year agreement with the County Office of Supportive Housing not-to-exceed $350,000, using local funding that is allocated through the City Council’s adoption of the FY 2026/27 Annual Action Plan in final forms approved by the City Attorney; and (5) delegate authority to the City Manager or designee to execute all agreements and amendments for federal and local funding that is allocated through the City Council’s adoption of the FY 2026/27 Annual Action Plan in final forms 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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5. 26-422 Public Hearing - Adopt a Resolution Approving the California Municipal Finance Authority Issuance of Tax-Exempt Bonds for Financing of a 100% Affordable Multifamily Rental Housing Project located at 3550 El Camino Real
Recommendation:
1. Conduct the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (“TEFRA”) public hearing; and
2. Adopt the resolution in substantially the form presented approving the issuance of not to exceed $50 million in bonds by the CMFA for the benefit of Clara Gardens LP, as the borrower, to provide for the financing of the affordable housing project at 3550 El Camino Real to satisfy TEFRA requirements.
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 Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) Public Hearing of 2550 El Camino Real (Clara Gardens).
Council questions and comments followed.
City Attorney Googins, Housing Manager Marcus, Ben Barker (Financial Advisor, California Municipal Finance Authority) and Nicole Brown (Senior Project Manager, RCD) and Director of Community Development Hamid addressed Council questions.
Public Comment: Linda Knepper
City Manager Grogan provided some remarks.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Gonzalez, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, 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.
Nicole Brown (Senior Project Manager, RCD) addressed to Council questions.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Cox, to (1) conduct the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (“TEFRA”) public hearing; and (2) adopt Resolution No. 26-9556 in substantially the form presented approving the issuance of not to exceed $50 million in bonds by the CMFA for the benefit of Clara Gardens LP, as the borrower, to provide for the financing of the affordable housing project at 3550 El Camino Real to satisfy TEFRA requirements.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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6. 26-290
Review and Adopt the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and Adopt a Resolution Approving the Plan
Recommendation:
Review the Parks & Recreation Master Plan and Adopt a Resolution Approving the Plan dated March 9, 2026.
City Manager Grogan made some opening remarks and introduced Director of Parks and Recreation Sparacino who provided a verbal presentation. Peter Winch (Principal Planner, WRT Planning and Design) and Madison Merrill (Associate Planner, WRT Planning and Design) provided a Powerpoint presentation on the review of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
Council questions and comments followed.
Public Comment: Susan Hinton (E-comment)
Linda Knepper
Wanda Buck
City Manager Grogan, Director of Parks and Recreation Sparacino, and Director of Public Works Mobeck addressed Council questions.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Cox, to review the Parks & Recreation Master Plan and adopt Resolution No. 26-9557 approving the Plan dated March 9, 2026.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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7. 26-149 Adopt a Resolution to Declare the City of Santa Clara’s Intention to Renew the Santa Clara Tourism Improvement District (SCTID) and fix the time and place for a public meeting and public hearing
Recommendation:
Adopt a Resolution of Intention declaring the City’s intent to renew the Santa Clara Tourism Improvement District (SCTID) for five (5) years starting July 1, 2026.
Assistant City Manager Azevedo made some opening remarks and introduced Christine Lawson (Chief Executive Officer, Discover Santa Clara) and Kelly Rankin (Senior Project Manager, Civitas).
Council questions and comments followed.
(Chief Executive Officer, Discover Santa Clara) and Kelly Rankin (Senior Project Manager, Civitas) addressed Council questions.
Public Comment: Nancy Fullmore
Erin Henry
Jack Bloom
Billy Mendez
Kevin Dominguez
Council discussion followed.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by Vice Mayor Gonzalez, to adopt Resolution No. 26-9558 declaring the City’s intent to renew the Santa Clara Tourism Improvement District (SCTID) for five (5) years starting July 1, 2026.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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8. 26-70 Action to Waive First Reading and Introduce an Ordinance Adding Chapter
12.65 Entitled “Encroachments of Private Improvements into Public Rights-of-Way” to the City Code to Establish Procedures for the Administrative Approval of Private Encroachments within the Public Right-of-Way
Recommendation:
Alternative 1:
Waive First Reading and Introduce an Ordinance Adding new Chapter
12.65 entitled “Encroachments of Private Improvements into Public Rights-of-Way” to Title 12 (entitled “Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places”) of “The Code of the City of Santa Clara, California” (“SCCC”).
City Manager Grogan made some opening remarks and introduced Assistant Director of Public Works Liw who provided a PowerPoint presentation on the introduction of an ordinance adding Chapter 12.65 entitled "Encroachments into Public rights of way to the city code to establish procedures for the administrative approval of private encroachments within the Public right of way".
Council questions and comments followed.
Assistant Director of Public Works Liw, City Manager Grogan, and City Attorney Googins addressed Council questions.
Public Comment: Rob Mayer
Adam
Council discussion followed.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Park, extend the meeting to finish this item.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Jain, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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Council discussion followed.
City Attorney Googins and City Manager Grogan addressed Council questions.
A motion was made by Councilmember Park, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to extend debate.
The motion failed.
Aye: 3 -
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A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Cox, to direct staff to explore an appeal process to the Planning Commission.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor
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Nay: Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Park, and Councilmember Jain
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REPORTS OF MEMBERS, SPECIAL COMMITTEES AND COUNCILMEMBER 030 REQUESTS None.
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT
None.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 12:25 AM on May 6, 2026 in memory of Eliseo P. Velasco.
The next regular scheduled meeting is on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 in the City Hall Council Chambers.
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MEETING DISCLOSURES
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In accordance with the requirements of Tille II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the City of Santa Clara will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities, and will ensure that all existing facilities will be made accessible to the maximum extent feasible. The City of Santa Clara will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities including those with speech, hearing, or vision impairments so they can participate equally in the City's programs, services, and activities. The City of Santa Clara will make all reasonable modifications to policies and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activities. Individuals who require an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or any other disability related modification of policies or procedures, or other accommodation, in order to participate in a program, service, or activity of the City of Santa Clara, should contact the City's ADA Coordinator at 408-615-3000 as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
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