5:30 PM Hybrid Meeting
City Hall Council Chambers/Virtual
1500 Warburton Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95050
09/22/2026
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Closed Session - 5:30 PM | Regular Meeting - 7:00 PM
5:30 PM CLOSED SESSION
Call to Order in the Council Chambers
Mayor Gillmor called the Closed Session to order at 5:35 PM.
Confirmation of Quorum
Assistant City Clerk Pimentel confirmed a quorum and noted that Vice Mayor Gonzalez would be participating remotely under the Brown Act.
1.A 26-870 Conference with Legal Counsel-Existing Litigation (CC) Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of case: City of Santa Clara dba Silicon Valley Power and Northern California Power Agency, Claimants, v. California Department of Water Resources (DWR), Case No. C105697
1.B 26-871 Conference with Legal Counsel-Anticipated Litigation (CC) Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(4) - Initiation of litigation Number of potential cases: One
1.C 26-958 Conference with Legal Counsel-Anticipated Litigation (CC) Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(2) - Exposure to litigation Number of potential cases: One
Pending property damages claim filed by Travelers Insurance as Subrogee for Moriel Real Estate, LLC
Public Comment
None.
Convene to Closed Session (Sparacino Conference Room)
Mayor Gillmor adjourned into Closed Session at 5:37 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 7:07 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 Pimentel noted that Vice Mayor Gonzalez 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 Kevin Park,
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Council/Boardmember Kelly Cox, and Mayor/Chair Lisa M. Gillmor
Absent: 1 - Council/Boardmember Suds Jain
A motion was made by Council/Boardmember Chahal, seconded by Council/Boardmember Park, to excuse Council/Boardmember Jain from this meeting.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Council/Boardmember Chahal, Council/Boardmember Hardy, Council/Boardmember Park, Council/Boardmember Cox, and Mayor/ Chair Gillmor
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Absent: 1 - Council/Boardmember Jain
REPORTS OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION MATTERS
City Attorney Googins reported that there was no reportable action from today's Closed Session.
Mayor Gillmor reported that there was no reportable action from the September 15, 2026 Closed Session.
CONTINUANCES/EXCEPTIONS/RECONSIDERATIONS
None.
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2. 26-943 Action to Defer Consideration of Item on Introduction of Ordinance to Amend Title 18 (Zoning) of the Santa Clara City Code to Establish Chapter
18.68 Replacement Housing Unit Regulations Implementing State Law Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council defer consideration of item on Introduction of Ordinance to Amend Title 18 (Zoning) of the Santa Clara City Code to Establish Chapter 18.68 Replacement Housing Unit Regulations Implementing State Law; the item will be noticed for a future agenda date.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to defer consideration of this item for a future meeting date uncertain.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Jain
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
3.A 26-788 Proclamation of September 15 - October 15, 2026 as Hispanic Heritage Month
Mayor Gillmor, on behalf of the Council, proclaimed September 15 to October 15, 2026 as Hispanic Heritage Month.
Violetta Perez (Boardmember, La Raza Society) accepted the proclamation and provided some remarks.
3.B 26-790 Proclamation of September 2026 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Mayor Gillmor, on behalf of the Council, proclaimed September 2026 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
Allyssa Gil-Ojeda (Outreach Specialist, Jacob's Heart) accepted the proclamation and provided some remarks.
3.C 26-947 Proclamation of October 4-10, 2026, as Public Power Week Mayor Gillmor, on behalf of Council, proclaimed October 4 to October 10, 2026 as Public Power Week.
Director of Silicon Valley Power Procos accepted the proclamation and provided some remarks.
CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Council/Boardmember Hardy, seconded by Council/Boardmember Chahal, to approve the Consent Claendar.
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Aye: Vice Mayor/Chair Gonzalez, Council/Boardmember Chahal, Council/ Boardmember Hardy, Council/Boardmember Park, Council/Boardmember Cox, and Mayor/Chair Gillmor
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4.A 26-413 Action to Authorize the City Manager to Issue Purchase Orders and/or Negotiate and Execute an Agreement with Syserco, Inc. for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Control Systems
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 issue purchase orders and/or negotiate and execute an agreement with Syserco, Inc. for preventive maintenance, as-needed repair, programming, technical support, and related services for the City’s existing Alerton HVAC control systems in an amount not to exceed $331,928, subject to the appropriation of funds and review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to take all actions necessary to implement and administer the purchase orders and/or agreement, including adjusting rates and making de minimis changes, 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) 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 issue purchase orders and/or negotiate and execute an agreement with Syserco, Inc. for preventive maintenance, as-needed repair, programming, technical support, and related services for the City’s existing Alerton HVAC control systems in an amount not to exceed $331,928, subject to the appropriation of funds and review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and (3) authorize the City Manager or designee to take all actions necessary to implement and administer the purchase orders and/or agreement, including adjusting rates and making de minimis changes, 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 Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Jain
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4.B 26-846 Authorization to Increase Purchase Order with D & D Learning Spaces for the Purchase, Delivery, Installation, and Removal of Office Furnishings for the City Offices Located at 851 Martin Avenue by up to $110,707 for a Revised Not-To-Exceed Amount of $367,828
Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to increase the purchase order with D & D Learning Spaces for the purchase, delivery, installation, and removal of office furnishings for the City offices located at 851 Martin Avenue by up to $110,708 for a revised not-to-exceed amount of $367,828.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to authorize the City Manager to increase the purchase order with D & D Learning Spaces for the purchase, delivery, installation, and removal of office furnishings for the City offices located at 851 Martin Avenue by up to $110,708 for a revised not-to-exceed amount of $367,828.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Jain
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4.C 26-929 Action to Authorize the City Manager to Increase the Purchase Order Authorization and Extend the Rental Term with Atlas Copco Rental for the Rental of an Air Compressor at the Donald Von Raesfeld Power Plant, for Additional Compensation Not-to-Exceed $321,168, for a Total Aggregate Maximum Compensation Not-to-Exceed $921,168, Inclusive of $600,000 Previously Authorized by the City Council
Recommendation: 1. Determine that the proposed actions are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 (Class 1 - Existing Facilities) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations;
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to issue Purchase Orders to Atlas Copco Rental for an additional $321,168, for a revised maximum aggregate amount not-to-exceed $921,168, for the continued rental of an air compressor at the Donald Von Raesfeld Power Plant through approximately March 31, 2028, subject to appropriation of funds and review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to take any action as necessary to implement and administer the Purchase Orders, subject to the above maximum compensation and 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 (Class 1 - Existing Facilities) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; (2) authorize the City Manager or designee to issue Purchase Orders to Atlas Copco Rental for an additional $321,168, for a revised maximum aggregate amount not-to-exceed $921,168, for the continued rental of an air compressor at the Donald Von Raesfeld Power Plant through approximately March 31, 2028, subject to appropriation of funds and review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and (3) authorize the City Manager or designee to take any action as necessary to implement and administer the Purchase Orders, subject to the above maximum compensation and review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Jain
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4.D 26-880 Authorize the Mayor to Execute an Agreement with Baker Tilly US LLP in an amount not to exceed $30,000 to Facilitate the Performance Evaluation Process for Council Appointees (City Manager and City Attorney) Recommendation: 1. Authorize the Human Resources Director and Chief Assistant City Attorney to negotiate an agreement with Baker Tilly for performance evaluation facilitation services, in a form similar to the attached draft agreement;
2. Authorize the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Baker Tilly for Council Appointee performance evaluation facilitation services, in a form similar to the attached draft agreement, with a term beginning on our around October 1, 2026 and ending on December 31, 2027, with a maximum compensation amount not to exceed $30,000, subject to review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and
3. Authorize the Mayor to take any actions necessary to implement and administer the agreement, including negotiating and executing future amendments to (a) add or delete services associated with the performance appraisals and (b) make de minimis changes, provided that such amendments do not increase the maximum compensation amount or extend the term beyond December 31, 2027, subject to 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 Human Resources Director and Chief Assistant City Attorney to negotiate an agreement with Baker Tilly for performance evaluation facilitation services, in a form similar to the attached draft agreement; (2) authorize the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Baker Tilly for Council Appointee performance evaluation facilitation services, in a form similar to the attached draft agreement, with a term beginning on our around October 1, 2026 and ending on December 31, 2027, with a maximum compensation amount not to exceed $30,000, subject to review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and (3) authorize the Mayor to take any actions necessary to implement and administer the agreement, including negotiating and executing future amendments to (a) add or delete services associated with the performance appraisals and (b) make de minimis changes, provided that such amendments do not increase the maximum compensation amount or extend the term beyond December 31, 2027, subject to review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Jain
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4.E 26-584 Action on Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with American Power Solutions, Inc. for Citywide LED Lighting Retrofit, Replacement, and As-Needed Services and to Approve the Related Budget Amendment Recommendation: 1. Authorize the City Manager or designee to negotiate and execute Amendment No. 2 to the agreement with American Power Solutions, Inc. for citywide LED lighting retrofit and replacement services to increase the aggregate maximum compensation by $200,000, from $941,046 to a revised not-to-exceed amount of $1,141,046, and to extend the term of the agreement through July 31, 2027, subject to the appropriation of funds and review and approval by the City Attorney; and
2. Approve the following Fiscal Year 2026/27 budget amendments:
a. In the General Fund, increase the transfer to the Public Buildings Capital Fund in the amount of $150,984 and decrease the Capital Projects Reserve in the amount of $150,984 (five affirmative Council votes required for the use of unused balances); and b. In the Public Buildings Capital Fund, increase the transfer from the General Fund Capital Projects Reserve in the amount of $150,984 and increase the Upgrade Lighting to LED Project in the amount of $150,984 (five affirmative 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 Amendment No. 2 to the agreement with American Power Solutions, Inc. for citywide LED lighting retrofit and replacement services to increase the aggregate maximum compensation by $200,000, from $941,046 to a revised not-to-exceed amount of $1,141,046, and to extend the term of the agreement through July 31, 2027, subject to the appropriation of funds and review and approval by the City Attorney; and (2) approve the following Fiscal Year 2026/27 budget amendments: (a) in the General Fund, increase the transfer to the Public Buildings Capital Fund in the amount of $150,984 and decrease the Capital Projects Reserve in the amount of $150,984; and (b) in the Public Buildings Capital Fund, increase the transfer from the General Fund Capital Projects Reserve in the amount of $150,984 and increase the Upgrade Lighting to LED Project in the amount of $150,984.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Jain
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4.F 26-680 Action on a Resolution Accepting the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control Alcohol Policing Partnership Grant in the Amount of $89,220 and Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to Execute the Grant Agreement and Related Documents, and to Approve the Related Budget Amendment
Recommendation: 1. Adopt a Resolution accepting the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control Alcohol Policing Partnership (APP) Grant for FY 2026/27 in the amount of $89,220 and authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute the grant agreement and any other documents required to accept and administer the grant; and
2. Approve the FY 2026/27 budget amendment in the Police Operating Grant Trust Fund to recognize grant funding in the amount of $89,220 and establish an Alcohol Policing Partnership Grant 2026/27 appropriation in the amount of $89,220 (five affirmative Council votes required to appropriate additional revenue).
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to (1) adopt Resolution No. 26-9603 accepting the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control Alcohol Policing Partnership (APP) Grant for FY 2026/27 in the amount of $89,220 and authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute the grant agreement and any other documents required to accept and administer the grant; and (2) approve the Fiscal Year 2026/27 budget amendment in the Police Operating Grant Trust Fund to recognize grant funding in the amount of $89,220 and establish an Alcohol Policing Partnership Grant 2026/27 appropriation in the amount of $89,220.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Jain
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4.G 26-557 Action on the City of Santa Clara Electric Department dba Silicon Valley Power 2026 2028 Wildfire Mitigation Plan
Recommendation: 1. Approve and adopt the Silicon Valley Power 2026 - 2028 Wildfire Mitigation Plan with any comments and confirm that this plan complies with all applicable rules, regulations, and standards; and
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute and/or submit any and all documents, notices, disclosures, plans, reports, forecasts, filings, certifications, attestations, or declarations which are necessary, appropriate, advisable, or required by state or local agencies in connection with the 2026 - 2028 Wildfire Mitigation Plan.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to (1) approve and adopt the Silicon Valley Power 2026 - 2028 Wildfire Mitigation Plan with any comments and confirm that this plan complies with all applicable rules, regulations, and standards; and (2) authorize the City Manager or designee to execute and/or submit any and all documents, notices, disclosures, plans, reports, forecasts, filings, certifications, attestations, or declarations which are necessary, appropriate, advisable, or required by state or local agencies in connection with the 2026 - 2028 Wildfire Mitigation Plan.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Jain
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4.H 26-845 Action to Authorize the Use of City Electric Forces for Public Works at 1854 Russell Avenue, 485 Maria Street, 2301 Calle Del Mundo, 746 Harvard Avenue, and 3065 Bowers Avenue, with an Estimated Cost of $153,995
Recommendation: 1. Determine that the proposed action is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15302 (Class 2 - Replacement or Reconstruction) and Section 15303 (Class 3 - New Construction) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; and
2. Declare and determine in accordance with Section 1310 of the City Charter that the public works located at 1854 Russell Avenue, 485 Maria Street, 2301 Calle Del Mundo, 746 Harvard Avenue, and 3065 Bowers Avenue, with an estimated cost of $153,995, are better performed by the City with its own employees based on the information set forth in this Report to Council and authorize the performance of these public works consistent with this authorization.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to (1) determine that the proposed action is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15302 (Class 2 -
Replacement or Reconstruction) and Section 15303 (Class 3 - New Construction) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; and (2) declare and determine in accordance with Section 1310 of the City Charter that the public works located at 1854 Russell Avenue, 485 Maria Street, 2301 Calle Del Mundo, 746 Harvard Avenue, and 3065 Bowers Avenue, with an estimated cost of $153,995, are better performed by the City with its own employees and authorize the performance of these public works consistent with this
authorization.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Jain
4.I 26-905 Action on Council, Authorities Concurrent, and Santa Clara Stadium Authority Schedule of Meetings for 2027
Recommendation: Set the 2027 regular meeting calendar for Council, Authorities Concurrent and Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board, including the alternate Tuesdays held in reserve for special meetings.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to set the 2027 regular meeting calendar for Council, Authorities Concurrent and Santa Clara Stadium Authority Board, including the alternate Tuesdays held in reserve for special meetings.
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Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Jain
4.J 26-956 Appointment of a Santa Clara University Student Representative to the Neighborhood University Relations Committee (NURC)
Recommendation: Appoint Kashina Daceus to represent Santa Clara University as a student on the Neighborhood University Relations Committee.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to appoint Kashina Daceus to represent Santa Clara University as a student on the Neighborhood University Relations Committee.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Jain
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5.A 26-427 Informational Report on Stadium Authority Contracts for Fiscal Year 2025/26 as Required by Santa Clara City Code Chapter 17.30 (Stadium Authority Procurement Policy)
Recommendation: Note and file the informational report on Stadium Authority contracts for Fiscal Year 2025/26.
A motion was made by Boardmember Hardy, seconded by
Boardmember Chahal, to note and file the informational report on Stadium Authority contracts for Fiscal Year 2025/26.
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Aye: Vice Chair Gonzalez, Boardmember Chahal, Boardmember Hardy, Boardmember Park, Boardmember Cox, and Chair Gillmor
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Absent: 1 - Boardmember Jain
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5.B 26-918 Action on Award of a Purchase Order to Industrial Plumbing Supply, LLC for Restroom Plumbing Fixtures for the Levis’ Stadium for an Amount of $408,599.25, and Authorization to Issue Change Orders in an Amount Not To Exceed $102,149.81
Recommendation: 1. Approve the award and authorize the Stadium Manager to execute the purchase order with Industrial Plumbing Supply, LLC in the amount of $408,599.25 for the Levi’s Stadium Restroom Plumbing Fixtures;
2. Authorize the Stadium Manager to execute purchase order change orders by up to 25% or $102,149.81 for a total not to exceed purchase order amount of $510,749.06; and
3. Authorize the Stadium Manager to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the purchase order.
A motion was made by Boardmember Hardy, seconded by
Boardmember Chahal, to (1) approve the award and authorize the Stadium Manager to execute the purchase order with Industrial Plumbing Supply, LLC in the amount of $408,599.25 for the Levi’s Stadium Restroom Plumbing Fixtures; (2) authorize the Stadium Manager to execute purchase order change orders by up to 25% or $102,149.81 for a total not to exceed purchase order amount of $510,749.06; and (3) authorize the Stadium Manager to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the purchase order.
Aye: Vice Chair Gonzalez, Boardmember Chahal, Boardmember Hardy, Boardmember Park, Boardmember Cox, and Chair Gillmor
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PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
Howard Gibbins voiced concerns regarding illegal food vendors.
Akos Szoboszlay spoke regarding pedestrian prohibition on County expressways.
Brian Darby spoke regarding traffic fatalities and injuries.
Anthony Becker (time donated by Abel and Fred) voiced concerns regarding Santa Clara politics.
James Rowen spoke about Anthony Becker.
Public Speaker expressed concerns regarding City Manager and City Attorney's alleged relationship with the San Francisco 49ers.
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CONSENT ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
None.
PUBLIC HEARING/GENERAL BUSINESS
6. 26-891 Informational Report on the Proposed Citywide Prohibition on the Sale of Nitrous Oxide products
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive the staff report regarding the proposed citywide Nitrous Oxide Ban, receive and consider public comment, and provide additional direction and feedback to staff for incorporation into the proposed ordinance and possible return to the City Council for further action.
City Manager Grogan made some opening remarks and introduced Management Analyst Escobar who provided a Powerpoint presentation on the proposed citywide prohibition on the sale of nitrous oxide products.
Council questions and comments followed.
Management Analyst Escobar and City Attorney Googins addressed Council questions.
Public Comment: Brian Darby
Council discussion followed.
A motion was made by Councilmember Cox, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to direct staff to explore potential implementation of the proposed ordinance and return to Council for further action.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, Councilmember Cox, and Mayor Gillmor 6 -
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Jain
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7. 26-954 Public Hearing: Action on a Prezone, Pre-designation of a General Plan Land Use, Application for Annexation, and Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map to Allow the Development of 408 Residential Units and Associated On- and Off-Site Improvements Located at 451 - 475 El Camino Real.
CEQA: Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Prepared in Accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Recommendation: 1. Adopt a resolution certifying the Environmental Impact Report and adopt the CEQA Findings and the Mitigation Monitoring or Reporting Program (MMRP);
2. Adopt a resolution of application for the annexation of the 0.94-acre parcel in the City of San Jose;
3. Adopt a resolution approving the General Plan pre-designation of the
0.94-acre parcel in the City of San José as Regional Mixed-Use;
4. Adopt a resolution approving a pre-zone of the 0.94-acre parcel in the City of San José as Mixed-Use Regional Commercial (MU-RC); and
5. Adopt a resolution approving a Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map for condominium purposes for the entire project site, subject to conditions of approval.
Mayor Gillmor opened the Public Hearing.
Councilmember Cox recused herself from this item due to her employment at Santa Clara University and left the dais at 8:24 PM.
City Manager Grogan made some opening remarks and introduced Director of Community Development Hamid who provided a
PowerPoint presentation on the development at 451 El Camino Real (University Station Residential Project).
Councilmember Cox left the meeting at 8:37 PM.
Council questions and comments followed.
Director of Community Development Hamid and Director of Public Works Mobeck addressed Council questions.
The Applicant (Leatha Clark) noted that she is a registered lobbyist and provided a Powerpoint presentation.
Public Comment: Brian Darby
Alex Shoor
Mark Kelsey
Linda
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A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by Council Chahal, to close the Public Hearing.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, and Mayor Gillmor
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Absent: 2 - Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox
By consensus, Council reopened the Public Hearing.
The Applicant (Leatha Clark) provided some remarks.
A motion was made by Councilmember Chahal, seconded by
Councilmember Hardy, to close the Public Hearing.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, Councilmember Park, and Mayor Gillmor
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Absent: 2 - Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox
Mayor Gillmor called for a recess at 9:21 PM and reconvened the meeting at 9:26 PM.
Council discussion followed.
Director of Community Development Hamid, City Attorney Googins, City Manager Grogan, and the Applicant (Eric Morley) addressed Council questions.A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by Councilmember Chahal, to (1) adopt Resolution No. 26-9604 certifying the Environmental Impact Report and adopt the CEQA Findings and the Mitigation Monitoring or Reporting Program (MMRP); (2) adopt Resolution No. 26-9605 of application for the annexation of the 0.94-acre parcel in the City of San Jose; (3) adopt Resolution No. 26-9606 approving the General Plan pre-designation of the 0.94-acre parcel in the City of San José as Regional Mixed-Use; (4) adopt Resolution No. 26-9607 approving a pre-zone of the 0.94-acre parcel in the City of San José as Mixed-Use Regional Commercial (MU-RC); and (5) adopt Resolution No. 26-9608 approving a Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map for condominium purposes for the entire project site, subject to conditions of approval.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, and Mayor Gillmor
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Nay: 1 - Councilmember Park
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Absent: 2 - Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox
A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, seconded by
Councilmember Chahal, to continue the remaining agenda items to a future meeting date uncertain.
Aye: Vice Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Chahal, Councilmember Hardy, and Mayor Gillmor
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Nay: 1 - Councilmember Park
Absent: 2 - Councilmember Jain, and Councilmember Cox
REPORTS OF MEMBERS, SPECIAL COMMITTEES AND COUNCILMEMBER 030
REQUESTS
8. 26-1019 Action on a Council Written Request (Council Policy 030) Submitted by Councilmember Park to Place an Item on a Future Agenda to Consider how Residents may Safely Park their Cars in or near their Apartment Complexes without Fear of getting Ticketed or Towed
Recommendation: Direct staff to proceed as Council deems appropriate.
This item was continued to a future meeting date uncertain.
9. 26-1020 Action on a Council Written Request (Council Policy 030) Submitted by Councilmember Park to Place an Item on a Future Agenda Regarding Potential Compensation for Residents Whose Vehicles were Ticketed or Towed during recent Stadium Events
Recommendation: Direct staff to proceed as Council deems appropriate.
This item was continued to a future meeting date uncertain.
10. 26-1021 Action on a Council Written Request (Council Policy 030) Submitted by Councilmember Park to Place an Item on a Future Agenda to Discuss Parking Requirements for Affordable Housing Projects
Recommendation: Direct staff to proceed as Council deems appropriate.
This item was continued to a future meeting date uncertain.
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT
None.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Gillmor adjourned the meeting at 9:52 PM.
The next regular scheduled meeting is on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 in the City Hall Council Chambers.
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