Minutes — Union City City Council, June 23, 2026

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MINUTES

CITY OF UNION CITY

CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

REGULAR MEETING
GARY SINGH, Mayor
JAIME PATIÑO, Vice Mayor (District 2)
LANCE NISHIHIRA, Councilmember (District 1)
JEFF WANG, Councilmember (District 3)
SCOTT SAKAKIHARA, Councilmember (District 4)
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 | 7:00 PM
City Hall – Tom Kitayama City Council Chambers
34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, CA 94587

1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Singh called the meeting to order at 7:01 PM.

1.1. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Singh led the Pledge of Allegiance.

1.2. Roll Call
Attendance Attendee Name
Present Lance Nishihira, Councilmember
Scott Sakakihara, Councilmember
Jeff Wang, Councilmember
Jaime Patiño, Vice Mayor
Gary Singh, Mayor
Absent None

2. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS

2.1. Presentation Recognizing New Haven School Foundation’s 2026 Earth Day Poster Contest Winners
New Haven Schools Foundation President Michael Ritchie presented the 2026 Earth Day Poster Contest winners: Ipsa P., Zoey Z., Vishvaa N., Aadhya D., and Myo A. The winners in attendance accepted their certificates.

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2.2. Presentation on the 2026 Safe and Sane Fireworks Public Education and Outreach Plan
Management Analyst II Segarra provided the staff presentation and responded to questions from the Council. Police Department staff also responded to questions from the Council.

Following Item 2.2, Councilmember Sakakihara announced a disqualifying conflict of interest on Consent Calendar Item 4.5 because Allied Waste Services of North America, LLC made a contribution of more than $500 to his campaign for State Senate. He stated that he would recuse himself when Item 4.5 was considered.

3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Singh opened Oral Communications. Desiré Aguilar Atken spoke on an item that was not on the agenda. There being no further speakers, Mayor Singh closed Oral Communications.

4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion: Approve Consent Calendar Items 4.1 - 4.4, 4.6 - 4.11, and 4.13 - 4.15.

RESULT: Pass
MOVER: Councilmember Sakakihara
SECONDER: Vice Mayor Patiño
AYES: Councilmembers Nishihira, Sakakihara, Wang, Vice Mayor Patiño, and Mayor Singh
NOES: None
ABSENT: None

4.1. Approve the June 9, 2026 City Council Special Study Session Action Minutes
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.

4.2. Approve the June 9, 2026 City Council Regular Meeting Action Minutes Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.

4.3. Approve the June 16, 2026 City Council Special Closed Session Action Minutes
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.

4.4. Adopt a Resolution Amending the City of Union City's Conflict of Interest Code Pursuant to the 2026 Biennial Review
Adopted as part of the Consent Calendar.

Enactment No.: Resolution No. 2026-086

4.5. Adopt a Resolution to Receive and Acknowledge the Annual Rate Adjustments for Solid Waste, Recycling, and Organics Collection Services, Effective July 1, 2026, Pursuant to Article 11 of the Franchise Agreements with Allied Waste Services of North America, LLC and Tri-City Economic June 23, 2026 | 7:00 PM Page 3 of 8
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Development Corporation
Pulled from the Consent Calendar after Councilmember Sakakihara's statement of recusal at the beginning of the meeting.

4.6. Adopt a Resolution Approving the Newly Established Classification of Environmental Programs Technician, Updating the Classification and Compensation Plan to Include the Classification of Environmental Programs Technician, Approving a Side Letter, and Approving an Amendment to the Salary Schedule
Adopted as part of the Consent Calendar.

Enactment No.: Resolution No. 2026-087

4.7. Adopt a Resolution Approving an Amendment to Update the Class Specification for the Classification of Principal Civil Engineer Adopted as part of the Consent Calendar.

Enactment No.: Resolution No. 2026-088

4.8. Adopt a Resolution Approving an Amendment to Update the Class Specification for the Classification of Public Works Inspector Adopted as part of the Consent Calendar.

Enactment No.: Resolution No. 2026-089

4.9. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the First Amendment to Standard Services Agreement for the Master Contract No. 902171 from Alameda County Resources Connection Network, Youth Services Center Grant Fund to Youth and Family Services to Extend Youth Services and Increase Fund Allocation in the Amount of $293,720, for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Adopted as part of the Consent Calendar.

Enactment No.: Resolution No. 2026-090

4.10. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Second Amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement for Preparation of the Economic Development Strategic Plan with Strategic Economics, Inc., to Increase the Agreement Amount by $10,740 for a Total Not-to-Exceed Amount of $141,878.40
Adopted as part of the Consent Calendar.

Enactment No.: Resolution No. 2026-091

4.11. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Second Amendment to the Service Agreement with Bay Area Tree Specialists, in the Not-to-Exceed Amount of $68,050, for a Total Not-To-Exceed Contract Amount of $705,250, and Approving a Total Not-to-Exceed Project Budget, Including Contingency, in the Amount of $821,250, for Tree Pruning and Removal
Adopted as part of the Consent Calendar.

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Enactment No.: Resolution No. 2026-092

4.12. Adopt a Resolution Approving the Award of a Construction Contract to Galaxy Services dba Galaxy Heating & Air Conditioning, in the Amount of $138,800, and Approving a Total Construction Budget in the Amount of $140,878, for the Mark Green Sports Center AHU Replacement, City Project No. 26-20
Pulled out of the Consent Calendar by Mayor Singh

4.13. Adopt a Resolution Accepting a Donation from the Ponderosa Landing 2 Homeowner Association (HOA), in the Amount of $34,895, Increasing the Revenue Projections in the SB 1 Road Maintenance & Rehabilitation Fund by $34,895, and Appropriating the $34,895 to the SB 1 Road Maintenance & Rehabilitation Fund for the Construction of Cobblestone Medians West of Union City Boulevard at the Intersections of Both Regents Boulevard and Alvarado Boulevard as Part of the Union City Boulevard Bike Lanes Project, City Project No. 17-29
Adopted as part of the Consent Calendar.

Enactment No.: Resolution No. 2026-093

4.14. Waive Further Reading and Adopt an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Union City Approving and Re-adopting a Military Equipment Use Policy as Stated in Chapter 2.62, “Military Equipment Use Policy” of the Union City Municipal Code in Compliance with Assembly Bill 481 Adopted as part of the Consent Calendar.

Enactment No.: Ordinance No. 2026-004

4.15. Waive Further Reading and Adopt an Ordinance Amending Chapter 2.06 “Campaign Contribution Limitations in Municipal Elections” of the Union City Municipal Code
Adopted as part of the Consent Calendar.

Enactment No.: Ordinance No. 2026-005

Motion: Approve Consent Calendar Item 4.5.

RESULT: Pass
MOVER: Vice Mayor Patiño
SECONDER:Councilmember Nishihira
AYES: Councilmembers Nishihira, Wang, Vice Mayor Patiño, and Mayor Singh
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NOES: None
ABSENT: None
RECUSED: Councilmember Sakakihara

Enactment No.: Resolution No. 2026-094
Councilmember Sakakihara returned to the chambers after the vote.

5. PUBLIC HEARINGS

5.1. Conduct a Public Hearing, Confirm the Assessments and Order the Levy and Collection of Assessments for the Landscape and Lighting Assessment District No. 3 for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
City Engineer Cangco provided staff presentation. She and Finance Director Thai responded to questions from the Council.

Mayor Singh opened the Public Hearing at 7:32 PM. There being no speakers, Mayor Singh closed the Public Hearing at 7:32 PM.

Motion: Adopt a Resolution confirming the assessments and ordering the levy and collection of assessments for LLAD No. 3 for FY 2026–2027.

RESULT: Pass
MOVER: Councilmember Sakakihara
SECONDER:Councilmember Nishihira
AYES: Councilmembers Nishihira, Sakakihara, Wang, Vice Mayor Patiño, and Mayor Singh
NOES: None
ABSENT: None

Enactment No.: Resolution No. 2026-095

6. CITY MANAGER REPORTS

6.1. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Five-Year Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Continued Use of the Integrated Public Safety Technology Ecosystem in an Amount Not to Exceed $1,995,420.50
Police Lieutenant Mahaney provided staff presentation and responded to questions from the Council.

No speaker cards were submitted for this item.

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year agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for continued use of the Integrated Public Safety Technology Ecosystem in an amount not to exceed $1,995,420.50.

RESULT: Pass
MOVER: Vice Mayor Patiño
SECONDER:Councilmember Wang
AYES: Councilmembers Nishihira, Sakakihara, Wang, Vice Mayor Patiño, and Mayor Singh
NOES: None
ABSENT: None

Enactment No.: Resolution No. 2026-096

6.2. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Enter Into a Consulting Services Agreement With First Carbon Solutions for Environmental Review Services and the Preparation of an Environmental Impact Report for the O’Connell Lane Residential Project
Economic and Community Development Director Campbell provided staff presentation and responded to questions from the Council.

No speaker cards were submitted for this item.

Motion: Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Consulting Services Agreement with First Carbon Solutions for Environmental Review Services and the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report for the O’Connell Lane Residential Project.

RESULT: Pass
MOVER: Vice Mayor Patiño
SECONDER:Councilmember Sakakihara
AYES: Councilmembers Nishihira, Sakakihara, Wang, Vice Mayor Patiño, and Mayor Singh
NOES: None
ABSENT: None

Enactment No.: Resolution No. 2026-097

6.3. Receive Report and Provide Policy Direction on Potential Ballot Measure for Voter Consideration at the November 2026 General Municipal Election Deputy City Manager Jennifer Phan provided the staff presentation and responded to questions from the Council. TeamCivX representative Charles Heath and Godbe Research representative Brian Godbe also responded to questions from the Council.

No speaker cards were submitted for this item.

Motion: Direct staff to prepare a ballot measure renewing the Utility Users’ Tax at the current 5% rate for nine years beyond its current expiration, effective January 1, 2029.

RESULT: Pass
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MOVER: Vice Mayor Patiño
SECONDER:Councilmember Wang
AYES: Councilmembers Nishihira, Sakakihara, Wang, Vice Mayor Patiño, and Mayor Singh
NOES: None
ABSENT: None

6.4. Adopt a Resolution Approving First Amendment to Employment Agreement with Farooq Azim to Serve as Extra Help to the City Engineer City Attorney Kokotaylo provided staff presentation and responded to questions from the Council.

No speaker cards were submitted for this item.

Motion: Adopt a Resolution approving the First Amendment to the Employment Agreement with Farooq Azim to serve as extra help to the City Engineer for six months, with services limited to 214 hours. Staff may return to the City Council if additional hours are needed.

RESULT: Pass
MOVER: Vice Mayor Patiño
SECONDER:Councilmember Wang
AYES: Councilmembers Nishihira, Sakakihara, Wang, Vice Mayor Patiño, and Mayor Singh
NOES: None
ABSENT: None

Enactment No.: Resolution No. 2026-098

7. SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
There were none.

8. ITEMS REFERRED BY COUNCIL
Vice Mayor Patiño reported attending the District Dialogue meetings.

Councilmember Sakakihara reported attending a Housing Authority of Alameda County Personnel Committee meeting, a Housing Authority of Alameda County Board meeting, a Patch Board meeting, District Dialogue meetings, and an Ava Community Energy Board meeting on June 17.

Councilmember Wang reported that the Youth Commission was on summer break and did not provide a report under this item.

Councilmember Nishihira reported attending the Alameda County Waste Management Authority Programs and Administration Committee meeting on June 11. He also reported upcoming meetings of the Alameda County Waste Management Authority Programs and Administration Committee on June 24; the New Haven Unified School District Joint Subcommittee on September 14; the Human Relations Commission on June 24; and the Alameda County Library Advisory Commission on July 1. He reported that no next meeting was scheduled for the Legislation and Policy Committee.

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Mayor Singh reported attending the District Dialogue meetings.

9. GOOD OF THE ORDER
Vice Mayor Patiño reported attending a National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials Board of Directors meeting on June 11, the On Lok ribbon-cutting event with Councilmember Wang, the Bilyonaryo News Channel event, the District 3 Dialogue meeting, the Mexican American Policy Alliance (MAPA) Advisory meeting, the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) General Assembly on June 18, and a Hispanic Elected Local Officials (HELO) Board of Directors meeting. He also reported an upcoming Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center Board of Directors meeting on June 25 and that he would attend the wake for former Councilmember Pat Gacoscos. Vice Mayor Patiño requested that staff look into a possible crosswalk from the City Hall parking lot area toward the library and Ruggieri Senior Center; no formal action was taken.

Councilmember Sakakihara reported attending part of the ABAG General Assembly on June 18 and a vigil for former Councilmember Pat Gacoscos. He also announced that the funeral service for former Councilmember Pat Gacoscos would be held at Saint Anne Church on June 24 at 11:00 AM.

Councilmember Wang reported attending a Bilyonaryo News Channel event in Union City on June 11, the On Lok ribbon-cutting event with Vice Mayor Patiño, and three District Dialogue meetings.

Councilmember Nishihira reported attending all four District Dialogue meetings and stated that he would submit a summary report to the Council. Councilmember Nishihira requested an agendized staff presentation on the Ballfield Use Policy implementation, nonprofit verification, and allocation transparency. Council consensus was provided, and staff will schedule the item.

Mayor Singh reported attending a Bilyonaryo News Channel event in Union City.

10. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Singh adjourned the meeting at 9:00 PM.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a special meeting of the City Council and Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Union City on July 14, 2026.

Thai Nam Pham, MMC, CPMC
City Clerk and Secretary to the Successor Agency

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