Albany public meetings in 2025

Climate Action Committee - CANCELED

The Climate Action Committee meeting scheduled for December 17, 2025, was canceled. The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate for a meeting that did not occur.

Albany City Council

The council will consider a Consent Calendar that includes routine approvals such as the minutes from December 1, 2025 and ratification of payroll totaling $1,044,932.48. It will also adopt Resolution No. 2025‑78 authorizing a $101,876.55 change order to Contract C25‑05 for the 2025 Buchanan Street Repair project and appropriate $135,457 and $18,831 from Alameda County Transportation Commission Measure B funds. Additional items include a $59,232 contract with Groundworks Office for the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan addendum, a $15,000 discretionary‑fund allocation for Gill Tract Farm programs, and a resolution to seek Metropolitan Transportation Commission funding for the Jackson Street Parallel Bike Improvements Project.

• Ratify City payroll totaling $1,044,932.48
• Approve $59,232 contract with Groundworks Office for Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan addendum
• Adopt $101,876.55 change order for Buchanan Street Repair project and appropriate $135,457 and $18,831 county funds
• Authorize application for Metropolitan Transportation Commission funding for Jackson Street Parallel Bike Improvements Project
• Allocate $10,000 and $5,000 from the Council Discretionary Fund for Gill Tract Farm field trip and Verana Hills programs

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission will discuss the removal of a tree for the Marin Avenue Pavement & Curb Ramp Rehabilitation Project Phase 2. The body will also receive presentations on sports field use and Albany Hill restoration funding.

• Proposed removal of a tree at 1451 Marin Ave
• Presentation on Fair Play in Community Sports Act (AB 2404) regarding field use for girls' teams
• Funding update for Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting. It also approved the removal of tree number 1643 at 1451 Marin Avenue as part of the Marin Avenue Phase 2 project. Both motions passed with unanimous affirmative votes among those present.

• Approved October 9, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Approved removal of tree #1643 at 1451 Marin Avenue (5‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss and potentially take action on two residential planning applications. Both projects involve home additions and garage demolitions with staff recommending approval.

• PA25-035 (1151 Garfield Avenue): Request for Design Review and Use Permit to build a 2,297 sq. ft. two-story residence
• PA25-045 (911 Evelyn Avenue): Request for Design Review to construct a 677 sq. ft. two-story addition

The commission approved the consent calendar minutes from November 12, 2025. It then approved Planning Application PA25-035 for 1151 Garfield Avenue and Planning Application PA25-045 for 911 Evelyn Avenue, each with a 3‑0‑0‑1 vote. Both projects were recommended by staff and found to comply with regulations.

• Approved consent calendar minutes (3-0-0-1)
• Approved Planning Application PA25-035 for 1151 Garfield Avenue (3-0-0-1)
• Approved Planning Application PA25-045 for 911 Evelyn Avenue (3-0-0-1)

Arts Committee

The Arts Committee will receive an update on the Albany Murals Project and discuss plans for its 2026 implementation. The body will also receive informational updates from various art subcommittees.

• Albany Murals Project 2026 implementation discussion
• Fall into Haiku Subcommittee update
• Sculpture Subcommittee update
• Community Center Foyer Gallery Subcommittee update

The committee approved the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. No other motions were taken; updates on murals and subcommittees were discussed without formal action. The meeting adjourned at 7:44 PM.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous ayes)

Transportation Commission Meeting

The Transportation Commission will approve the September 25, 2025 meeting minutes and receive a report on second‑quarter 2025 injury collision data. Staff will update the board on the San Pablo Avenue Parallel Bike Improvements and Safety Enhancements projects and recommend selecting a commissioner for a cross‑jurisdictional stakeholder meeting. The commission will also review a Solano Avenue bicycle facility concept and consider a recommendation to the City Council to add bike facilities to the Active Transportation Plan.

• Approve Transportation Commission meeting minutes of September 25, 2025
• Receive Q2 (April‑June) 2025 injury collision data report
• Update on San Pablo Avenue Parallel Bike Improvements and Safety Enhancements; select commissioner for stakeholder meeting
• Presentation of Solano Avenue bicycle facility concept and consideration of recommendation to include bike facilities in the Active Transportation Plan
• Commissioner and staff announcements

The Transportation Commission approved the consent calendar unanimously. It selected Commissioner McCroskey (with Javandel as alternate) to represent the commission at the cross‑jurisdictional stakeholder meeting for the San Pablo Avenue Parallel Bike Improvements Project. The commission voted 4‑2 to recommend that City Council add Solano Avenue to the cycling network in the Active Transportation Plan.

• Approved consent calendar (6-0)
• Selected Commissioner McCroskey as representative to stakeholder meeting (6-0)
• Recommended City Council add Solano Avenue to the cycling network in the Active Transportation Plan (4-2)

Albany City Council Special & Regular Meetings

The City Council will conduct a study session regarding tenant protection measures, including rent stabilization and eviction rules. The regular meeting includes several contract ratifications and the appropriation of wildfire resilience grant funds.

• Study session on tenant protections, including anti-harassment, non-discrimination, and rent stabilization
• Appropriation of $850,000 State Coastal Conservancy Wildfire Resilience Grant Funds for the Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project
• Contract Change Order #1 with Spektren Engineering Inc. for the Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program not to exceed $136,815
• Ratification of total payroll for 11/14/2025 in the amount of $1,013,748.78
• Side letter agreement with Albany Peace Officers’ Association (APOA) concerning holiday pay

The Albany City Council adopted the consent calendar, approving several routine items and two major resolutions. It ratified the November payroll and recent bills and claims, adopted a side‑letter agreement with the Albany Peace Officers’ Association on holiday pay, authorized a $136,815 contract change for sidewalk rehabilitation, and approved an $850,000 appropriation for the Albany‑El Cerrito Wildfire Resilience Project. The council also held a tenant‑protections study session but took no legislative action on it.

• Approved minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting (5‑0)
• Ratified payroll totaling $1,013,748.78 (5‑0)
• Ratified bills and claims totaling $366,425.41 and $317,828.28 (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑73 side‑letter agreement with APOA on holiday pay (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑74 authorizing $136,815 contract change order for sidewalk rehab (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑75 authorizing $850,000 grant for wildfire‑resilience project and related MOU (5‑0)
• Noted resignation of advisory body member Elizabeth Watty (informational)
• Conducted tenant‑protections study session; no ordinance action taken

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will discuss recommending a rebate program for electric vehicle chargers in multifamily buildings. The body will also consider supporting Bay Area Air District rules for zero-emission building appliances and receive an update on a gas line decommissioning pilot.

• Proposal for multifamily EV charging installation rebates
• Resolution of support for Bay Area Air District Rules 9-4 and 9-6
• Update on Gas Line Decommissioning Pilot

Albany City Council Special Meeting

The Albany City Council will meet in a special session on November 17, 2025. After the public opening, the council will enter a closed session for a conference with legal counsel about an anticipated litigation case under Government Code section 54956.9(d)(2). No other agenda items are listed.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation (Gov’t Code § 54956.9(d)(2), 1 case)
• Adjournment of special meeting – closed session

The Albany City Council approved the consent calendar, which ratified the October 2025 minutes, payroll, and several bills and claims. It adopted Resolution 2025-71, adding an environmental, social and governance (ESG) values statement to the city’s Investment Policy. The council also approved revisions to the Arts Committee Public Arts Projects Plan, authorized a grant application for the Adams Street–Carlson Boulevard Connection, authorized a CalRecycle payment program application, and adopted a resolution supporting the Bay Area Air District’s zero‑emission building appliances rules.

• Approved consent calendar (5‑0) covering minutes, payroll, bills, investment transactions, arts plan revision, grant application, CalRecycle authorization, and zero‑emission appliance support
• Adopted Resolution 2025-71 amending Investment Policy to add ESG values statement (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-67 modifying Arts Committee Public Arts Projects Plan, allocating $25,000 for sculpture program (5‑0)
• Authorized City Manager to submit grant application for Adams Street–Carlson Boulevard Connection (5‑0)
• Authorized City Manager to submit CalRecycle payment program application (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-70 supporting Bay Area Air District zero‑emission building appliances rules (5‑0)
• Ratified October 20, 2025 council minutes (5‑0)
• Ratified payroll amounts for October 2025 (5‑0)

Albany City Council

The City Council will consider a grant application for the Adams Street – Carlson Boulevard Connection Project and a $25,000 sculpture program. Members will also discuss potential revenue measures for street trees and streetlighting and a new investment values statement.

• Grant application for Adams Street – Carlson Boulevard Connection Project
• $25,000 for a new Sculpture Program on the Ohlone Greenway
• Proposed $5,000 allocation from City Council discretionary funds for local programs
• Ratification of payroll totaling $1,000,315.43 (10/17) and $896,156.14 (10/31)
• Ratification of bills and claims totaling $1,451,312.38 across four dates in October and November

The Albany City Council approved the consent calendar with a 5‑0 vote, which ratified October payroll amounts and bills/claims and accepted October investment transactions. The Council also adopted Resolution No. 2025‑71, adding an environmental, social and governance (ESG) values statement to the city’s Investment Policy, with a 5‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were recorded beyond these approvals.

• Approved consent calendar (5‑0 vote)
• Ratified October 2025 payroll: $1,000,315.43 (10/17) and $896,156.14 (10/31)
• Ratified bills and claims totaling $1,531,? (items: $154,910.03, $176,046.47, $270,307.39, $930,048.55)
• Approved investment transactions for October 2025
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑71 adding ESG values statement to Investment Policy (5‑0 vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review and vote on two design‑review and use‑permit applications for residential additions: one at 1006 Ventura Avenue and another at 1037 Curtis Street. Both projects are categorized as CEQA‑exempt existing facilities. The meeting also includes routine consent‑calendar approval of September 10, 2025 minutes and a public comment period.

• PA25‑037 – 1006 Ventura Avenue: 748 sq ft two‑story addition, 20’‑5” height, 261 sq ft deck; requires use permit for setback variance
• PA25‑036 – 1037 Curtis Street: 632 sq ft second‑story addition, 27’‑9” height, 284 sq ft rooftop deck; use permit requested
• Consent Calendar: approval of minutes from September 10, 2025
• Ex‑parte communications policy reminder
• Public comments (up to 3 minutes per speaker)

The commission approved the use permit for 1006 Ventura Avenue (PA25-037) and the design review for 1037 Curtis Street (PA25-036). Both motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote. Staff noted both projects are categorically exempt from CEQA and recommended approval with conditions. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved PA25-037 (1006 Ventura Ave) addition, 5-0
• Approved PA25-036 (1037 Curtis St) addition, 5-0
• Approved consent calendar minutes, 5-0

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Police & Fire Pension Board will consider four Consent Calendar items, including ratifying pension payments for July, August, and September 2025 at $70,266.38 each and approving the action minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting. The board will hear public comment, note an investment report for the quarter ending September 30, 2025, and discuss an annual payment update for board approval. The meeting will conclude with announcements and adjournment.

• Ratify pension payment for July 2025 – $70,266.38
• Ratify pension payment for August 2025 – $70,266.38
• Ratify pension payment for September 2025 – $70,266.38
• Approve action minutes of the July 22, 2025 Pension Board meeting
• Discussion and possible action on annual payment update

The board ratified pension payments of $70,266.38 for July, August, and September 2025. It also approved the annual service retiree payment calculation adjustments and authorized mailing the letters. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Ratified July 2025 pension payment of $70,266.38 (unanimous)
• Ratified August 2025 pension payment of $70,266.38 (unanimous)
• Ratified September 2025 pension payment of $70,266.38 (unanimous)
• Approved July 22, 2025 action minutes (unanimous)
• Approved annual service retiree payment calculation adjustments and letter distribution (unanimous)

Albany City Council

The Albany City Council will consider approving a $163,339 contract extension for Darktrace network security services and allocating $50,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to a rental assistance program. The meeting also includes a second reading of an ordinance amending municipal code sections related to residential uses.

• Darktrace network security services contract extension for $163,339
• Allocation of $50,000 ARPA funding to Rental Assistance Program
• Ordinance amending Albany Municipal Code Chapter 20 sections
• Ratification of payroll and bills totaling $1.17 million
• Proclamations for United Against Hate Week and World Polio Day

The council approved the consent calendar, which included ratifying payroll, bills, investment transactions, and a Darktrace contract extension. It adopted ordinance amendments to the municipal code related to housing as a second‑reading, pass‑to‑print item. The council also adopted Resolution 2025‑66, moving $50,000 of ARPA funds to the Temporary COVID Public Assistance Program for rental assistance. A motion to extend the meeting to 10:45 PM was carried.

• Approved consent calendar (including payroll ratification, bill claims, investment transactions, Darktrace contract extension) – vote 5‑0
• Adopted ordinance amendments to municipal code housing sections (second reading, pass‑to‑print) – no recorded vote
• Approved Resolution 2025‑66 allocating $50,000 ARPA funding to rental assistance – vote 5‑0
• Extended meeting end time to 10:45 PM – vote 5‑0

Housing Advisory Commission

The Housing Advisory Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on recommendations for the Tenant Protection Program and Education Measures. The body also intends to approve minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting.

• Tenant Protection Program and Education Measures recommendations

Audit & Fiscal Sustainability City Council Standing Committee

The Audit & Fiscal Sustainability Committee will review the Fiscal Year 2024/25 year-end budget report. The committee will also discuss adding a values statement to the city's Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Investing Implementation Policy.

• Fiscal Year 2024/25 Year-End Budget Review
• Discussion on values statement for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Investing Implementation Policy

The committee approved the action minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting. It also voted to recommend that the City’s Investment Policy be updated to include a values statement and authorized staff to prepare the revision for City Council consideration.

• Approved July 14, 2025 action minutes (2-0)
• Recommended adding values statement to Investment Policy, authorizing staff updates (2-0)

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission will discuss the removal of two trees at 1498 and 1501 Marin Avenue as part of the Marin Avenue Pavement & Curb Ramp Rehabilitation Project Phase 2. The staff recommendation is for the Commission to approve these removals, which are categorized as exempt from environmental review.

• Approval of September 11, 2025 Commission minutes
• Review of Habitat Restoration Intern Program activities
• Update on pilot curb and gutter passthrough bulbouts
• Implementation update for the Street Tree Management Plan
• Recommendation to approve tree removals at 1498 and 1501 Marin Ave

The commission approved the minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting. It also approved staff recommendations to remove trees at 1498 and 1501 Marin Avenue, finding the project exempt from CEQA. Both motions passed with unanimous support from the five commissioners present.

• Approved September 11, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved removal of trees at 1498 and 1501 Marin Avenue (5-0)

Albany City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on amendments to the Municipal Code to implement housing programs and reflect state law changes. The body will also receive a report on a potential ballot measure to update the real property transfer tax for core city services.

• Ordinance No. 2025-07: Amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 20 regarding residential uses and care facilities
• Authorization to bid for the Brighton Avenue Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No. C25-43)
• Ratification of payroll totaling $1,112,820.96
• Ratification of bills and claims totaling $1,026,221.61 across three dates in September 2025
• Authorization of a letter to the Alameda County Board of Supervisors regarding Registrar of Voter's election charges

The Albany City Council approved the consent calendar, ratifying the September payroll and several bills, claims and demands. Council members removed two items—Item 7‑5 (Sewer Rehabilitation Project) and Item 7‑4 (Letter to Alameda County Board)—from the calendar. The council also introduced and waived the first reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑07, amending multiple housing‑related code sections.

• Approved consent calendar – motion carried, 5‑0
• Ratified payroll for 9/19/2025 – total $1,112,820.96 (net $530,658.62, taxes $582,162.34)
• Ratified bills, claims, demands totaling $1,026,221.61 ($595,749.32, $234,837.16, $195,635.13)
• Removed Item 7‑5 (Brighton Avenue Sewer Rehabilitation Project) from consent calendar
• Removed Item 7‑4 (Letter to Alameda County Board of Supervisors) from consent calendar
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑07 amending housing and zoning code sections – motion carried, 5‑0

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will discuss design plans for the Cleveland Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation and Bikeway Project and draft bicycle parking standards. The body is also considering a recommendation for the City Council to authorize Phase 11 of the Sidewalk Repair Program.

• Sidewalk Rehabilitation Phase 11 project authorization
• Cleveland Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation and Bikeway Project design plans
• Draft administrative regulations for bicycle parking facility siting and design standards
• Resolution of appreciation for Commissioner Baldwin

The commission voted to approve the consent calendar, which included approval of the July 24, 2025 meeting minutes and a recommendation for the City Council to authorize Sidewalk Repair Program – Phase 11. The commission also adopted a resolution honoring former Commissioner Baldwin.

• Approved consent calendar (including July 24, 2025 minutes and Sidewalk Repair Phase 11 recommendation) – unanimous
• Adopted resolution of appreciation for Commissioner Baldwin – unanimous

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will receive updates on the implementation of the Sustainable Foodware Ordinance. The body will also discuss committee workflow and receive reports from the Zero Emission Transportation and Heat Pump Rebate subcommittees.

• Sustainable Foodware Ordinance implementation update
• Proclamation of Appreciation for Benji Willett
• Zero Emission Transportation Subcommittee update
• Heat Pump Rebate Subcommittee update
• Discussion on Committee Purpose and Workflow

The Climate Action Committee approved the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes with a minor edit. The committee adopted a proclamation of appreciation for Benji Willett. Members voted to add Chair Vigil-McClanahan to the CAAP Goals subcommittee. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved July 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous yeas)
• Adopted proclamation of appreciation for Benji Willett (unanimous yeas)
• Added Chair Vigil-McClanahan to the CAAP Goals subcommittee (unanimous yeas)

Albany City Council

The City Council will discuss the adoption of a draft Street Tree Management Plan. The meeting also includes votes on bicycle parking standards, city employee salary schedules, and several public works contracts.

• Approval of draft Street Tree Management Plan
• Ordinance No. 2025-05 regarding bicycle parking standards and floor-area ratios
• Contract for 2026 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation engineering design services with Nute for $149,457
• Contract amendment for Raftelis Financial Services, Inc. in the amount of $84,450
• Stormwater inspection and maintenance contract renewals with CAP Engineering ($96,900) and REM ($43,600)

The Albany City Council adopted the draft Street Tree Management Plan (Resolution No. 2025-55). It also approved the amended Management and Confidential Employees Benefits Booklet (Resolution No. 2025-62) and an updated Salary Schedule for city employees (Resolution No. 2025-63). The consent calendar items, including payroll ratification and several contract authorizations, were unanimously approved.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-55 Street Tree Management Plan (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-62 Management and Confidential Employees Benefits Booklet (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-63 Updated Salary Schedule for City employees (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items, ratifying payroll and bills (5-0)
• Authorized award of $149,457 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation design contract to Nute (Resolution No. 2025-59)
• Authorized $84,450 amendment to Raftelis Financial Services contract (Resolution No. 2025-60)
• Authorized $96,900 amendment to CAP Engineering stormwater inspection contract (Resolution No. 2025-61)
• Authorized $43,600 amendment to Revel Environmental trash capture contract (Resolution No. 2025-61)

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission will review design elements for the Ocean View Park sand volleyball court. The body may recommend that the City Council approve the project for bidding. The meeting also includes updates on park tree maintenance and habitat restoration.

• Ocean View Park sand volleyball court design review and recommendation for bidding
• Tree maintenance update for Ocean View Park and Jewel’s Terrace Park, including pruning and possible removals
• Habitat Restoration Intern Program presentation

The commission approved the minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting. It then voted to recommend that the City Council approve the Ocean View Park sand volleyball court project for bidding, modify the path width to 7 feet, and use asphalt paving. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA. Both motions passed unanimously among those present.

• Approved June 12, 2025 minutes (4 ayes, 0 noes, 1 abstain)
• Recommended City Council approve Ocean View Park sand volleyball court project for bidding, with 7‑ft path and asphalt paving (6 ayes, 0 noes)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider routine Consent Calendar items, including approval of the July 23 2025 minutes and two use permit applications (PA25‑029 at 1127 Garfield Avenue and PA25‑033 at 902 Carmel Avenue). It will hold a public hearing on Resolution 2025‑04, which recommends that the City Council adopt amendments to the Planning and Zoning Code to implement housing element programs such as single‑family zoning reform, residential care facilities, emergency shelters, low‑barrier navigation centers, single‑room occupancy housing, and employee housing, and to align the code with state laws on ADUs and family‑day‑care homes. Staff recommends approval of the resolution, noting it is categorically exempt from CEQA because it only makes minor updates to zoning and development standards.

• Consent Calendar: approve minutes from July 23 2025
• Consent Calendar: approve Planning Application PA25‑029 – 1127 Garfield Avenue (use permit to convert 462 sq ft non‑habitable space and extend setbacks)
• Consent Calendar: approve Planning Application PA25‑033 – 902 Carmel Avenue (use permit to convert 2,091 sq ft office building to a single‑family dwelling)
• Public Hearing on Resolution 2025‑04 – proposed amendments to the Planning & Zoning Code for housing reforms and state‑law compliance
• Resolution 2025‑04 is categorically exempt from CEQA as a minor land‑use update

The commission voted 5‑0 to adopt the consent calendar, which included approval of Use Permit PA25-029 for 1127 Garfield Avenue and Use Permit PA25-033 for 902 Carmel Avenue. It also voted 5‑0 to approve Resolution 2025-04 recommending that the City Council adopt amendments to the Planning and Zoning Code. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 PM and the next regular meeting is set for October 8, 2025.

• Approved consent calendar (including July 23, 2025 minutes) – vote 5-0-0-0
• Approved Use Permit PA25-029 for 1127 Garfield Avenue – vote 5-0-0-0
• Approved Use Permit PA25-033 for 902 Carmel Avenue – vote 5-0-0-0
• Approved Resolution 2025-04 to amend the Planning & Zoning Code – vote 5-0-0-0

Arts Committee

The Albany Arts Committee will approve the minutes from its July 14, 2025 meeting and open a public comment period. It will discuss the 2025 Fall into Haiku program and review the Public Art Projects Plan to consider program goals. Subcommittee updates will be provided as informational items only, and announcements will be made before adjourning.

• Approve minutes from July 14, 2025
• Discuss 2025 Fall into Haiku program
• Review Public Art Projects Plan (PAPP) goals
• Subcommittee updates – Fall into Haiku, Sculpture, Community Center Foyer Gallery (informational)
• Announcements and next meeting scheduling

The committee approved the July 14, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved extending the Fall into Haiku program signage for six weeks. It approved a revised Public Art Projects Plan that adds a $25,000 Sculpture Purchase Program by combining existing funds.

• Approved July 14, 2025 minutes (all 6 members present voted aye)
• Approved Fall into Haiku program extension with six‑week signage (all 6 members present voted aye)
• Approved revised Public Art Projects Plan with $25,000 Sculpture Purchase Program (all 6 members present voted aye)

Housing Advisory Commission

The Albany Housing Advisory Commission will approve the July 7, 2025 meeting minutes, hear staff and commissioner announcements, and accept public comment. The primary agenda item is a consensus finding on potential tenant‑protection policy options, which may lead to recommendations for the City Council. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approve minutes from the July 7, 2025 meeting
• Staff and commissioner announcements
• Public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Discussion and possible action on consensus finding for potential tenant‑protection policy options

The Housing Advisory Commission approved anti‑harassment and anti‑discrimination protections that include language protecting Section 8 tenants (4‑1). It adopted Just Cause for Eviction Policies 1 through 5, with specific exclusions for short‑term rentals and small‑scale landlords, and added a policy to increase relocation assistance above state law (votes 4‑1 to 5‑0 and 3‑2). The commission also approved six rent‑stabilization policies (4‑1).

• Approved Anti-Harassment & Discrimination Protections (incl. Section 8 language) (4-1)
• Approved Just Cause for Eviction Policy 1 (4-1)
• Approved Just Cause for Eviction Policy 2 with short‑term rental exclusion (4-1)
• Approved Just Cause for Eviction Policy 3 with mom‑and‑pop landlord exclusion (4-1)
• Approved Just Cause for Eviction Policy 4 (4-1)
• Approved Just Cause for Eviction Policy 5 (5-0)
• Approved Just Cause policy increasing relocation assistance above state law (3-2)
• Approved Rent Stabilization Policies 1‑6 (4-1)

Albany City Council

The Albany City Council meeting will consider routine Consent Calendar items, including approval of July 21, 2025 minutes, ratification of payroll totals for three pay periods, and ratification of several bills and claims totaling over $2 million. The Council will also vote on a contract award to Woodard & Curran for a Sanitary Sewer Master Plan update up to $147,259. A public hearing and first reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑05 will address revisions to bicycle parking standards in the Municipal Code.

• Approve minutes from July 21, 2025 (Consent Calendar)
• Ratify payroll totals: $1,026,859.67, $979,305.50, $1,032,867.69
• Ratify bills and claims against the City totaling $2,215,785.99
• Award Contract No. C25‑30 to Woodard & Curran, not‑to‑exceed $147,259 for Sanitary Sewer Master Plan update
• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑05 to amend bicycle parking standards (Chapter 20)

The council approved the consent calendar, including payroll ratifications, bill claims, and a $147,259 contract for the Sanitary Sewer Master Plan update. It introduced and waived the first reading of Ordinance 2025‑05 amending bicycle‑parking standards. It adopted Resolution 2025‑58 establishing an ESG investment policy with new exclusions and referred a values statement to the audit committee. It also designated voting delegates for the League of California Cities conference and introduced first reading of code amendments under Measure S.

• Approved consent calendar items (minutes, payroll ratifications, bill claims, sewer master plan contract) – unanimous
• Introduced and waived first reading of Ordinance 2025‑05 on bicycle parking standards – unanimous
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑58 ESG Investment Policy, adding exclusions for refiners, pipelines, tobacco, firearms; referred values statement to audit committee – unanimous
• Designated Council Member Miki as voting delegate and Vice Mayor McQuaid as alternate for League of California Cities conference – unanimous
• Introduced and waived first reading of Ordinance 2025‑06 to amend City Code sections per Measure S – unanimous

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will discuss proposed signage and striping changes for school loading zones. The body will also review police data on collisions and citations for June and injury collision data from the first quarter of 2025.

• Proposed loading zone amendments on Brighton Avenue, Cornell Avenue, Talbot Avenue, and Curtis Avenue
• Review of loading and circulation at Albany Middle School, Cornell Elementary School, and Marin Elementary
• First quarter 2025 injury collision data presentation
• June police data on collisions and citations

The Transportation Commission approved its consent calendar, adopting the June 26, 2025 meeting minutes and receiving June police collision data. The commission also voted to recommend that staff install signage and striping to amend loading zones on Brighton, Cornell, Talbot, and Curtis avenues near Albany Middle School, Cornell Elementary, and Marin Elementary. No other actions were taken.

• Approved consent calendar (meeting minutes and police data) (7-0)
• Recommended staff install signage and striping to amend loading zones on Brighton, Cornell, Talbot, and Curtis Avenues (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a live/work space project at 599 San Pablo Avenue and hold public hearings on proposed updates to bicycle parking and residential care facility zoning requirements.

• Consideration of live/work space conversion at 599 San Pablo Avenue
• Public hearing on bicycle parking code amendments (Resolution 2025-03)
• Public hearing on residential care facility zoning code amendments
• Approval of June 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Item continued to September 10, 2025 regarding residential care facilities

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved a use permit (PA25-023) to convert 599 San Pablo Avenue to a live/work space. It also unanimously adopted Resolution 2025-03, recommending the City Council amend the Planning and Zoning Code’s bicycle‑parking standards. The public hearing on proposed zoning changes for residential care facilities was continued to the September 10 meeting.

• Approved consent calendar minutes (June 25, 2025) – vote 3-0-2-0
• Approved PA25-023 use permit for 599 San Pablo Avenue – vote 5-0-0-0
• Approved Resolution 2025-03 recommending bike‑parking code amendments – vote 5-0-0-0
• Continued public hearing on residential care facility zoning amendments to Sep 10, 2025

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Police & Fire Pension Board will consider routine consent items, including ratifying pension payments for April ($75,820.28), May ($79,331.16), and June 2025 ($73,606.49). The board will also approve the minutes from the April 22 meeting and hear an investment report for the quarter ending June 30, 2025. A discussion item on the annual payment update will be presented for board approval.

• Ratify April 2025 pension payment of $75,820.28
• Ratify May 2025 pension payment of $79,331.16
• Ratify June 2025 pension payment of $73,606.49
• Approve minutes of the April 22, 2025 Pension Board meeting
• Discuss and possibly approve annual payment update

The board ratified pension payments of $75,820.28 for April, $79,331.16 for May, and $73,606.49 for June 2025, and approved the April 22, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the annual service retiree payment calculation adjustments and authorized mailing the letters. All motions passed unanimously.

• Ratified April 2025 pension payment of $75,820.28 (ayes: López, Hsu, Leduc, Smyser, Welch)
• Ratified May 2025 pension payment of $79,331.16 (ayes: López, Hsu, Leduc, Smyser, Welch)
• Ratified June 2025 pension payment of $73,606.49 (ayes: López, Hsu, Leduc, Smyser, Welch)
• Approved April 22, 2025 meeting minutes (ayes: López, Hsu, Leduc, Smyser, Welch)
• Approved annual service retiree payment calculation adjustments and letter distribution (ayes: López, Hsu, Leduc, Smyser, Welch)
• Noted and filed investment report for quarter ending June 30, 2025 (staff recommendation: note and file)

Albany City Council

The Albany City Council will consider routine Consent Calendar items, including payroll and bill ratifications, and will adopt several resolutions. Key actions include approving a $111,870 Community Development Block Grant agreement with Alameda County, authorizing a temporary closure of Portland Avenue for the Dinner with Albany event, and adopting the Street Tree Management Plan with staff direction for implementation. The Council will also update the heat‑pump rebate program, refresh the land acknowledgment, and approve an amendment to the City Manager’s employment agreement.

• Ratify payroll for 7/11/2025: Net $482,444.31, Taxes/Benefits $520,263.08, Total $1,002,707.39
• Ratify bills, claims and demands totaling $1,859,555.74 ($133,844.60 from 7/3/2024 and $1,725,711.14 from 7/11/2025)
• Approve Community Development Block Grant project agreement for $111,870 with Alameda County
• Authorize temporary closure of Portland Avenue (between Pomona and Carmel Avenues) on Oct 4 2025, 8 AM‑11 PM
• Adopt Street Tree Management Plan (Resolution No. 2025‑55) and direct staff to implement it

The Albany City Council held its regular meeting on July 21, 2025. After routine items such as the call to order, roll call, and public comment, the council did not approve, deny, or table any policy, budget, or zoning matters. The meeting was formally adjourned at 10:02 PM by Mayor Lopez.

• Meeting adjourned (no vote required)

Climate Action Committee

The Albany Climate Action Committee will discuss a 'Try Transit' pilot program proposal and options for a multifamily electric vehicle charging program. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Ava Community Energy Resilience Hub and updates from subcommittees.

• Discussion of 'Try Transit' pilot program proposal
• Options for multifamily EV charging program
• Presentation on Ava Community Energy Resilience Hub
• Updates from Zero Emission Transportation Subcommittee
• Updates from Heat Pump Rebate Subcommittee

The Climate Action Committee held its July 16 meeting and received a presentation on the Ava Community Energy Resilience Hub Program. Members discussed a chair‑proposed update to the Try Transit pilot, explored options for a multifamily electric‑vehicle charging program, and considered staff‑suggested updates to the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan. Subcommittees provided informational updates. No formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Received presentation on Ava Community Energy Resilience Hub Program (discussed)
• Chair recommended new motion to update Try Transit pilot program (discussion only)
• Discussed possible multifamily EV charging program options (no decision)
• Staff recommended discussing updates to Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (no decision)
• Received updates from Zero Emission Transportation and Heat Pump Rebate subcommittees (informational)

Audit & Fiscal Sustainability City Council Standing Committee

The Audit & Fiscal Sustainability Standing Committee will review the quarterly investment performance for the first and second quarters of 2025 presented by PFM Asset Management. The committee will discuss and potentially adopt an ESG investment strategy, specifically selecting Option C‑2, which uses a Sustainalytics moderate‑risk rating and top‑half sub‑industry issuers. If the option is approved, it will be forwarded to the full City Council for adoption. The meeting will also approve the May 12 2025 action minutes and accept public comment.

• Presentation of Q1 and Q2 2025 investment performance by PFM Asset Management
• Discussion of ESG investing strategies with staff recommendation to select Option C‑2 (Sustainalytics moderate‑risk, top‑half sub‑industry issuers)
• Approval of action minutes from May 12 2025
• Public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Announcements (no public comment taken)

The committee approved the action minutes from April 14, 2025 with a unanimous 2‑aye vote. The committee discussed potential ESG investment policy changes and recommended adopting Part 4 of Option C, which would exclude companies in the aerospace, oil and gas production, and energy services industries. No other actions were taken; the meeting adjourned at 6:07 PM.

• Approved April 14, 2025 action minutes (2-0)
• Recommended Part 4 of Option C for ESG investment policy, excluding aerospace, oil & gas, and energy services industries

Arts Committee

The Arts Committee will approve minutes from the June 9 meeting, hear public comments, and discuss two items: reviewing current applications for the Community Center Foyer Gallery and reviewing the Public Art Projects Plan to discuss program goals. Subcommittee updates will be provided as informational items only, and announcements will be made before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting
• Review of current Foyer Gallery application submissions
• Review of the Public Art Projects Plan (PAPP) to discuss program goals
• Subcommittee updates (Fall into Haiku, Sculpture, Community Center Foyer Gallery) – informational only
• Announcements and scheduling of the next meeting on September 8, 2025

The committee approved the June 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It selected artists Kobelin, Wood, and Cheney for the 2026 Community Center Foyer Gallery. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved June 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved artist Kobelin for 2026 Community Center Foyer Gallery (unanimous)
• Approved artist Wood for 2026 Community Center Foyer Gallery (unanimous)
• Approved artist Cheney for 2026 Community Center Foyer Gallery (unanimous)

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission - CANCELED

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission meeting scheduled for July 10, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is set for September 11, 2025.

• Approval of June 12, 2025 minutes
• Presentation on pilot curb and gutter bulbouts
• Discussion of quarterly street tree removals at 1467 Portland Ave, 1035 Ventura Ave, and 1548 Terrace St
• Subcommittee updates
• Public comment period

Albany City Council

The City Council will discuss a five-year Capital Improvement Project Plan and potential new revenue measures to fund core services. The body is also deciding on several construction contracts for roadway rehabilitation and municipal code amendments.

• Adoption of Five-Year Capital Improvement Project Plan with $33,963,991 appropriated for the first three years
• Marin Avenue Pavement & Curb Ramp Rehabilitation Project contracts totaling $7,081,813.70
• Public hearing on placing delinquent solid waste collection charges on the property tax roll
• Proposed amendments to Municipal Code sections regarding definitions, administrative citations, and nuisance abatement
• Renewal of janitorial services contract with Karla’s Janitorial Services for an additional $236,745.06

The Albany City Council meeting on July 7, 2025 consisted of procedural items such as a closed‑session, ceremonial matters, a city manager report, public comment, a consent calendar, and a public hearing. The minutes are heavily garbled and do not contain any clear recorded approvals, denials, or vote tallies. Consequently, no concrete actions were documented.

Housing Advisory Commission

The Housing Advisory Commission will approve the minutes from its June 4, 2025 meeting, hear public comments, and hold a policy discussion on expanding access to legal counsel for owner‑tenant issues. The commission will review existing and possible programs to consider a local legal‑counsel initiative for recommendation to the City Council.

• Approve minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting
• Public comment period (up to three‑minute remarks per speaker)
• Presentations (unspecified topics)
• Policy discussion on Access to Legal Counsel for owner/tenant matters
• Announcements and requests for future agenda items

The Housing Advisory Commission voted to approve the minutes from the June 4, 2025 regular meeting. The motion passed with three ayes and no noes, with two members absent. No other actions were formally decided; the commission discussed potential legal‑counsel programs but took no vote.

• Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0-0-2)

Albany City Council Special Meeting

The Albany City Council will open with a land acknowledgement of the Confederated Villages of Lisjan and the Ohlone Tribe. It will then enter a closed executive session under Government Code Section 54957 to discuss the performance evaluation of City Manager Nicole Almaguer. No public comment will be taken on the closed session. The meeting will follow Resolution No. 2021‑13 rules on adjournment after 10:30 p.m.

• Land acknowledgement of the Confederated Villages of Lisjan and Ohlone Tribe
• Closed executive session to discuss performance evaluation of City Manager Nicole Almaguer
• No public comment will be taken on the closed session
• Adjournment rules per Council Resolution No. 2021‑13 limiting meetings past 10:30 p.m.

The council opened the meeting with a land acknowledgement and roll call. A closed session was held to discuss City Manager Nicole Almaguer's performance evaluation, but no public comment was received. The mayor reported that no reportable action resulted from the closed session. The meeting was adjourned with no further business.

Transportation Commission Meeting

The Transportation Commission will discuss draft active transportation networks for Phase 2 of the Active Transportation Plan. The body will also review curb ramp guidelines and pedestrian improvements on San Pablo Avenue.

• Active Transportation Plan Phase 2 draft networks
• San Pablo Avenue Pedestrian Improvements Project update
• Albany Curb Ramp Guidelines and vertical barriers options
• Police data on collisions and citations for April and May
• Proclamation honoring retiring Community Development Department Director Jeff Bond

The commission approved the consent calendar, adding an amendment to reflect Commissioner Kerr’s “no” vote on a prior expenditure item. It voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve the draft active‑transportation networks, including specific design suggestions for San Pablo, Solano, Curtis, Washington, Santa Fe and Portland avenues. The commission also approved a proclamation honoring retiring Community Development Director Jeff Bond. Motions to extend the meeting to 10:00 PM and then to 10:03 PM were each approved.

• Approved consent calendar with amendment (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve draft active transportation networks (5-0)
• Approved proclamation honoring Jeff Bond (5-0)
• Extended meeting to 10:00 PM (5-0)
• Extended meeting to 10:03 PM (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss and possibly act on two residential design requests. Both projects involve home additions and the demolition of existing rear structures.

• PA25-012: Design Review for a 693 sq. ft. second-story addition and 75 sq. ft. porch at 633 Carmel Avenue
• PA25-021: Use Permit and Design Review for a 314 sq. ft. first-story addition and 115 sq. ft. deck at 820 Key Route Boulevard

The commission approved the consent calendar unanimously. It then approved Planning Application PA25-012 for 633 Carmel Avenue with amendments to the roof pitch, window size, and suggested clay‑tile detailing. The commission also approved Planning Application PA25-021 for 820 Key Route Boulevard. All votes were 3‑0‑0‑2.

• Approved consent calendar (3-0-0-2)
• Approved PA25-012 at 633 Carmel Ave with roof‑pitch, window, and clay‑tile detailing amendments (3-0-0-2)
• Approved PA25-021 at 820 Key Route Blvd (3-0-0-2)
• Cancelled July 9, 2025 meeting (announced)

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will approve minutes from May 21, 2025, hear public comment, and discuss three proposals. Items include a motion to update the Try Transit pilot, revisions to the Heat Pump Rebate Program, and a draft Street Tree Management Plan. The committee will also receive updates from its Zero Emission Transportation and Heat Pump Rebate subcommittees before adjourning.

• Update Try Transit proposal – new motion to recommend a pilot program to Council
• Heat Pump Rebate Program – recommend adding water‑heater rebates, ending HVAC rebates, and funding multi‑unit ductless installs
• Street Tree Management Plan – staff recommendation for Council approval pending committee comments

The Climate Action Committee approved the May 21, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to recommend that the City Council expand the heat‑pump rebate program to include water‑heater units, end the standard HVAC rebate, and add funding for multi‑unit ductless installations. The committee also recommended that the Council approve the draft Street Tree Management Plan, pending further committee comments.

• Approved May 21, 2025 minutes (5 yeas, 0 noes, 1 abstain)
• Recommended Council update heat‑pump rebate program (5 yeas, 0 noes)
• Recommended Council approve draft Street Tree Management Plan, subject to comments (5 yeas, 0 noes)

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will consider adopting the FY 2025-26 budget and the 2024-2025 Local Control Accountability Plan. The meeting includes approvals for school achievement plans and instructional materials for an AP African American Studies course at Albany High School.

• Adoption of FY 2025-26 Budget
• Approval of 2024-2025 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)
• Adoption of instructional materials for Albany High School AP African American Studies
• Approval of 2025-2026 School Plans For Student Achievement for all AUSD schools
• Approval of Request For Qualifications/Proposal (RFQ/P) for Master Planning Services

Albany City Council

The Council will consider routine consent‑calendar items, including payroll ratifications, bill payments, investment transactions, joining the Bay Area Trails Collaborative, a $91,140 sidewalk rehabilitation contract, and an emergency medical billing services contract. They will hold a public hearing and vote on a landscaping and lighting assessment levy for District 1988‑1 for FY 2025/26. New business includes a funding request of up to $5,000 for Albany FilmFest documentary series and the appointment of Gina Anderson as interim chief of police.

• Ratify payroll totaling $863,547.24 (Net $466,695.85, taxes/benefits $396,851.39)
• Ratify bills and claims totaling $397,709.37 (5/30/2025) and $178,094.78 (6/6/2025)
• Adopt resolution to join the Bay Area Trails Collaborative (BATC) for FY 2025‑26
• Award not‑to‑exceed $91,140 contract to Spektren for Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Phase 10
• Public hearing on levy of assessments in Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District 1988‑1 for FY 2025/26

The meeting consisted of routine items such as a call to order, reports, public comments, and announcements of upcoming events. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled, and no vote tallies were recorded. The council adjourned at 8:14 PM.

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission will approve the May 8, 2025 meeting minutes and hold a public comment period. Commissioners will review the draft Street Tree Management Plan and recommend it to the City Council. They will also discuss the Pavement & Curb Rehabilitation Project – Marin Phase 2, including potential tree removals. The meeting includes subcommittee updates and announcements.

• Review and recommendation of the draft Street Tree Management Plan
• Presentation on Pavement & Curb Rehabilitation Project – Marin Phase 2 (tree removal considerations)
• Approval of minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting
• Public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Subcommittee updates (informational, no action)

The commission approved the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting. It also passed a motion to recommend that the City Council approve the draft Street Tree Management Plan, subject to comments provided during the meeting. Both motions received unanimous support from the five commissioners present.

• Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve draft Street Tree Management Plan (5-0)

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board approved the FY 2024-25 Final Budget Revision with a 4‑0 vote, reporting a $3.3 million overspend, a $1 million deficit, and a $6 million fund balance. It also adopted Amplify mClass DIBELS as the new K‑2 reading difficulties screener, also by a 4‑0 vote. The Consent Calendar, agenda, and a student‑record grade decision were each approved unanimously.

• Approved FY 2024-25 Final Budget Revision (4-0) – $3.3M overspend, $1M deficit, $6M fund balance
• Adopted Amplify mClass DIBELS as new K‑2 reading screener (4-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar items including minutes, schedule change, personnel report, safety plans, and 18 master contracts (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Upheld teacher‑recorded grade in Student Records Challenge case (unanimous, 4-0 with one absent)
• No public comments received on any agenda or consent items

Arts Committee

The Arts Committee will approve minutes from May 12, 2025, then hear public comment. It will discuss four program items, including reviewing the Public Art Projects Plan (PAPP) and creating subcommittees to set goals. The meeting also includes a presentation on running effective meetings and discussions on the Fall into Haiku program and the Community Center foyer art gallery.

• Approval of minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting
• Review of the Public Art Projects Plan (PAPP) and formation of subcommittees
• Discussion of the Fall into Haiku program and possible subcommittee creation
• Discussion of the Community Center foyer art gallery program and subcommittee for 2026 exhibits
• Chair Shah will present best practices for running effective and efficient meetings

The committee approved the May 12 meeting minutes with a spelling correction. It voted to establish a sculpture subcommittee led by Chair Shah and Member Greene. It also created a Fall into Haiku subcommittee with Members Guan, Johnson, and Yee.

• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Established sculpture subcommittee (Chair Shah, Member Greene) (5-0)
• Established Fall into Haiku subcommittee (Members Guan, Johnson, Yee) (5-0)

Housing Advisory Commission

The commission will approve the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting and open a public comment period. Commissioners will hear presentations and then discuss an overview and evaluation of Albany's Rent Review Program, with possible action on that topic. The meeting will conclude with announcements and adjournment.

• Approve minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting
• Public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Presentations (unspecified topics)
• Discussion and possible action on an overview and review of the City’s Rent Review Program

The commission called the June 4 meeting to order and recorded attendance. A motion to approve the May 7, 2025 meeting minutes was made, seconded, and passed with a 5-0-0-0 vote. Commissioners discussed the City’s Rent Review Program but took no formal action. The next meeting is set for July 2, 2025.

• Approved minutes for May 7, 2025 meeting (5-0-0-0)

Albany City Council

The Albany City Council will adopt the two‑year operating budget for FY 2025/26 and FY 2026/27, including tax rates, appropriations limits, reserve fund allocations, and an investment policy. Council members will also amend the City Master Fee Schedule for FY 2025/26 and approve a $725,440 contract with Alameda County for additional library services. Routine consent‑calendar items such as payroll ratification and claims settlements will be approved, and the Marin Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project will be authorized for funding.

• Ratify payroll totaling $975,869.63 (net $460,966.42, taxes/benefits $514,903.21).
• Approve $725,440 contract with Alameda County for additional library services (Resolution 2025‑33).
• Amend the City Master Fee Schedule for FY 2025/26 (Resolution 2025‑34).
• Adopt the two‑year operating budget and related resolutions (2025‑35 to 2025‑40).
• Authorize the Marin Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project under SB1/RMRA funding (Resolution 2025‑41).

The Albany City Council approved the consent calendar, authorizing several routine ratifications and a review of tax records. It adopted a $725,440 contract with Alameda County for additional library services and amended the Master Fee Schedule for FY 2025‑26. The council also adopted the two‑year operating budget and related fiscal resolutions, including the pension tax‑override rate and special‑tax adjustments. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved consent calendar (all present voted yes)
• Authorized $725,440 library services contract with Alameda County (unanimous)
• Amended the City Master Fee Schedule for FY 2025‑26 (unanimous)
• Adopted the two‑year operating budget for FY 2025‑26 and 2026‑27 (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 2025‑26 pension property tax‑override rate (unanimous)
• Adjusted FY 2025‑26 special tax and fee rates (unanimous)
• Initiated proceedings and approved assessments for Landscaping & Lighting District 1988‑1 (unanimous)
• Authorized examination of sales and use tax records by Hinderliter de Llamas (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will adopt the Consent Calendar item approving the May 14, 2025 meeting minutes. It will review and vote on Planning Application PA25‑015 for a multi‑story addition at 707 Gateview Avenue, expanding the home to a four‑story, 6,793 sq ft residence. It will also consider Planning Application PA25‑019 for a use permit and two‑story addition at 713 San Carlos Avenue, converting a garage and adding 456 sq ft. Both projects are noted as categorically exempt from CEQA under Section 15301.

• Approve Consent Calendar item: minutes from May 14, 2025
• Review and approve Planning Application PA25‑015 – 707 Gateview Avenue (2,075 sq ft addition, total 6,793 sq ft, height 30’‑½”)
• Review and approve Planning Application PA25‑019 – 713 San Carlos Avenue (use permit for 456 sq ft two‑story addition, height 20’‑8”)
• Both projects are categorically exempt from CEQA per Section 15301

The commission approved the consent calendar, including the May 14, 2025 minutes. It approved Planning Application PA25-015 for 707 Gateview Avenue with specific conditions. It approved Planning Application PA25-019 for 713 San Carlos Avenue with conditions. The June 11, 2025 meeting was cancelled.

• Approved consent calendar (May 14, 2025 minutes) – passed 3-0-0-2
• Approved PA25-015 (707 Gateview Ave) with conditions – passed 3-0-0-2
• Approved PA25-019 (713 San Carlos Ave) with conditions – passed 3-0-0-2
• Cancelled June 11, 2025 meeting

Board Of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board will consider a Consent Calendar that includes several routine approvals, such as field trips and contract renewals. A key item is the approval of the 2024‑2025 Master Contract and amendment with the Cinnamon Hills Youth Crisis Center. The board will also adopt a resolution on certificated assignments outside credential authorization and receive staff reports on the preliminary FY 2025‑2026 budget assumptions.

• Approve 2024‑2025 Master Contract and amendment with Cinnamon Hills Youth Crisis Center
• Approve Service Agreement renewal with Cyber High for online curriculum (2025‑2028)
• Approve field trips: Cornell Elementary 5th graders to Larkey Pool; Albany Middle School 8th graders to Six Flags; Cornell Elementary 4th graders to YMCA Camp Campbell (May 2026)
• Adopt Resolution No. 2024‑25‑23: Certificated assignments outside credential authorization
• Receive staff report on preliminary budget assumptions for FY 2025‑2026

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will review a presentation on the city’s climate budget and get updates on the heat‑pump rebate program. It will discuss a proposal to start a “Try Transit” pilot that would give $25 pre‑loaded Clipper cards to residents who do not currently use public transit. The committee will also receive updates from its Zero‑Emission Transportation and Heat‑Pump Rebate subcommittees.

• Climate Action in the City Budget – staff to receive presentation and provide comments
• Heat Pump Rebate Program Updates – staff to receive presentation and discuss
• Try Transit Program Proposal – chair recommends council create pilot with $25 pre‑loaded Clipper cards
• Subcommittee Updates – receive updates from Zero‑Emission Transportation and Heat‑Pump Rebate subcommittees
• Approval of April 16, 2025 meeting minutes

The Climate Action Committee approved the April 16, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It also approved a motion to extend the meeting until 9:15 p.m. with no opposition. A motion to recommend a Try Transit pilot program providing 40 clipper cards at $25 each for students was rejected by a 3‑2 vote.

• Approved April 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Extended meeting to 9:15 p.m. (unanimous)
• Rejected Try Transit pilot recommendation (40 clipper cards, $25 each, $1,000 total) (3 yeas, 2 noes)

Citywide Planning Expo Open House

City staff will present and lead discussions on three citywide plans. Residents can provide input through station discussions and scheduled presentations.

• Active Transportation Plan (ATP) Phase 2 – Network Development
• Street Tree Management Plan
• Watershed Management Plan

Albany City Council

The Albany City Council will review draft budgets for fiscal years 2025/26 and 2026/27 and discuss the expenditure of Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax proceeds. The meeting also includes the ratification of payroll and bills totaling nearly $1.4 million.

• Review draft budgets for fiscal years 2025/26 and 2026/27
• Study session on Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax FY2026 expenditures
• Ratify payroll for May 2, 2025: $980,055.60
• Ratify bills, claims, and demands: $608,228.64
• Public hearing on agenda items

The council voted to allocate $220,907 of the FY 2026 Sugar‑Sweetened Beverage Tax revenue to four programs: Bike Safety ($15,000), Crossing Guard ($188,407), Move ‘n’ Groove event ($2,500), and All‑bany Swims ($15,000). The motion passed unanimously. The council also approved the consent calendar items, including payroll and bill ratifications, and extended the meeting by ten minutes.

• Approved FY 2026 SSB tax allocations (Bike Safety $15,000, Crossing Guard $188,407, Move ‘n’ Groove $2,500, All‑bany Swims $15,000) (5‑0)
• Approved consent calendar (5‑0)
• Ratified payroll total $980,055.60 (5‑0)
• Ratified bills and claims totaling $608,228.64 (5‑0)
• Received investment transactions for April 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved 10‑minute agenda extension (5‑0)

Board of Education Closed Session Only

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting closed to the public to discuss labor negotiations with the Albany Teachers Association and California School Employees Association. The meeting is scheduled for May 19, 2025, at 5:00 PM.

• Closed session with labor negotiator
• Albany Teachers Association (ATA)
• California School Employees Association (CSEA)
• Public comment limited to closed session agenda item
• 2 minutes per speaker

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education held a closed‑session meeting on May 19, 2025. The Board President reported that no action was taken in the closed session. The meeting adjourned at 6:15 PM.

Board of Education Retreat

The Board of Education will hold a special retreat meeting to discuss district governance and planning. The session focuses on internal board operations and the structure of future meetings.

• Discussion of Strategic Plan, LCAP, and Board Governance
• Review of Governance Handbook
• Discussion of 2025-26 Board Meeting Structure
• Evaluations

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a study session on potential amendments to the city’s bicycle parking regulations, as recommended by staff. The commission will also approve the April 23, 2025 meeting minutes and hear a presentation on the 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report. Public comment will be accepted on agenda items.

• Approval of minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting (Consent Calendar item 3‑1)
• Study session on potential amendments to bike parking regulations (item 5‑1, no action required)
• Presentation of the 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report (item 6‑1)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the consent calendar, which included the April 23, 2025 minutes, with a 5‑0‑0‑0 vote. No formal action was taken on the bike‑parking study session; the commission only discussed possible amendments. Staff announced that the second meetings scheduled for June and July are cancelled.

• Approved consent calendar and April 23 minutes (5-0-0-0)

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will discuss the reduction or discontinuance of certain certificated and classified services for the upcoming school year. The meeting also includes approvals for various contractor agreements and a purchase of Chromebooks.

• Resolution No. 2024-25-21: Reduction or discontinuance of certain certificated services for 2025-26
• Resolution No. 2024-25-22: Reduction of classified services
• Purchase agreement with CDW-G for Chromebooks and computer carts for the Expanded Learning Opportunity Program
• Independent Contractor Services Agreement with YMCA of the East Bay for Summer 2025 and 2025-2026 programs
• Change orders for Bowen Electric (Central Kitchen) and Ninyo and Moore (Cornell Elementary Playground)

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the full consent calendar unanimously. A purchase agreement with CDW‑G for Chromebooks and computer carts for the Expanded Learning Opportunities program was also approved unanimously. Two resolutions reducing certificated and classified services for the 2025‑26 school year were adopted with a 3‑0‑2 roll‑call vote. The closed session was canceled due to lack of quorum.

• Agenda approved unanimously (all in favor)
• Consent calendar items (personnel report, contractor agreements, etc.) approved unanimously (all in favor)
• Purchase Agreement with CDW‑G for Chromebooks and computer carts approved unanimously (all in favor)
• Resolution No. 2024‑25‑21 (reduction/discontinuance of certain certificated services) approved 3‑0‑2
• Resolution No. 2024‑25‑22 (reduction of classified services) approved 3‑0‑2
• Closed session canceled due to no quorum (no vote)
• Board retreat scheduled for 8:30 PM canceled (announcement)
• Agenda approval motion by Trustee Dayna Inkeles, seconded by VP Josh Mahoney

Audit & Fiscal Sustainability City Council Standing Committee

The Audit & Fiscal Sustainability Standing Committee will approve the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting, hear public comment, and consider staff recommendations. The main agenda item is a presentation on the proposed biennial budget for fiscal years 2025/26 and 2026/27. The meeting will conclude with announcements and adjournment.

• Approve action minutes from April 14, 2025
• Public comment period (up to 3 minutes per speaker)
• Presentation on the proposed biennial budget for FY 2025/26 and FY 2026/27
• Staff recommendation to receive the budget presentation
• Announcements (no public comment taken)

The Audit & Fiscal Sustainability Committee approved the action minutes from April 14, 2025 with a unanimous 2‑0 vote. The committee received a presentation on the draft biennial budget for FY 2025/26 and FY 2026/27 and will forward it to the City Council for review and recommendations on May 19. No other actions were taken.

• Approved April 14, 2025 action minutes (2-0)

Arts Committee

The Arts Committee will discuss which programs from the Public Art Master Plan to include in a project plan for City Council approval. The meeting also includes updates on local art projects and the selection of committee leadership for 2025.

• Selection of Committee Chair and Vice Chair for 2025
• Update on Albany Creative Justice Art Project 'Path to Belonging' by Susan Moffet
• Presentation on 'Fall into Haiku' community project
• Review of Public Art Master Plan programs for future City Council submission

The committee elected Member Shaw as Arts Committee Chair and Member Greene as Vice Chair. Both motions passed with all six voting members in favor and no opposition. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other actions were decided.

• Elected Member Shaw as Arts Committee Chair (6-0)
• Elected Member Greene as Arts Committee Vice Chair (6-0)
• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (6-0)

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission will discuss three new Priority Conservation Areas for the Association of Bay Area Governments and review a draft memorandum on the expenditure of the Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax. The meeting will also include training on advisory body procedures.

• Recommendation to nominate three new Priority Conservation Areas
• Review of draft memorandum on Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax expenditure
• Training on advisory body roles and procedures
• Approval of April 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment on non-agenda items

The commission approved the minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting. It also passed a recommendation that the City Council adopt a resolution to nominate three new Priority Conservation Areas to the Association of Bay Area Governments. No other actions were taken.

• Approved April 10, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Recommended City Council adopt resolution nominating three Priority Conservation Areas (motion passed)

Housing Advisory Commission

The Housing Advisory Commission will discuss potential local rent stabilization ordinances and review the 2025 State Income Limits. The meeting will also include the approval of the April 2, 2025, minutes.

• Approval of April 2, 2025, minutes
• Discussion on potential rent stabilization ordinance
• Review of 2025 State Income Limits
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Land acknowledgement and commission purpose

The commission met on May 7, 2025 and approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. Commissioners discussed a potential rent‑stabilization ordinance, hearing public comments and staff input, but no vote or formal action was taken on the proposal. The meeting also noted the release of 2025 state income limits and announced Affordable Housing Month events.

• Approved April 2, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0-0)

Albany City Council Special & Regular Meetings

The Albany City Council will consider ratifying payroll, approving bills, and authorizing construction contracts for street repairs and police radio replacements. The Council will also receive a presentation on a capital improvement project plan and study options for bicycle facilities on Solano Avenue.

• Award of $401,281 contract for Buchanan Street repair
• Authorization to spend up to $282,000 on police radios
• Approval of $40,000 ARPA funds for Solano Avenue Association events
• Study session on bicycle facilities on Solano Avenue
• Presentation on Capital Improvement Project Plan 2025-2029

The meeting included a call to order, roll call, ceremonial items, a city manager report, and a consent calendar, but no votes, approvals, or other decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board will discuss items from a closed session and then move to open session. In open session the board will adopt routine consent calendar items and conduct two public hearings to "sunshine" the 2025‑2028 collective bargaining proposals between the district and the Albany Teachers Association. The meeting also includes a student board report, recognitions, and a spotlight on Albany High School.

• Closed session items: potential litigation, negotiations update, personnel matters, legal counsel conference
• Consent calendar approvals: meeting minutes, personnel report, multiple contractor service agreements, field trip, MOU for teacher induction
• Public Hearing A: Sunshine negotiation proposal from Albany Teachers Association to the district
• Public Hearing B: Sunshine negotiation proposal from the district to Albany Teachers Association

The Board approved the meeting agenda unanimously. It then approved the consent calendar, including a personnel report and multiple independent contractor service agreements, all by unanimous vote. The Board also moved to a special study session on Proposition 28. No actions were taken during the closed session.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Personnel Report, 4/29/25 (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment #02 to 2024-2025 Master Contract with Ro Health (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment to Independent Contractor Services Agreement with Educational Professionals of Central California, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Independent Contractor Services Agreement with Total Spectrum Speech Therapy, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Independent Contractor Services Agreement with The Learning Owl (unanimous)
• Approved overnight field trip for Albany Middle School Bands to Cazadero Music Camp (unanimous)
• Moved to special meeting: Study Session on Proposition 28 at 8:30 pm (unanimous)

Board of Education Study Session: Proposition 28

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will hold a special study session to review the update on Proposition 28 funding implementation. The discussion will outline next steps for planning and program development that meet the funding requirements and district priorities for the 2025‑26 school year. The meeting will be held in person and streamed on the City of Albany’s YouTube page.

• Review and discussion of Proposition 28 funding implementation for the 2025‑26 school year
• Public comment allowed on agenda items during the session

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will approve the minutes from its March 27, 2025 meeting and receive March police collision data and the 2024 Alameda County performance report. It will discuss updates to the Capital Improvement Plan and the Street Tree Management Plan. The commission will also formulate a recommendation on how to allocate sugar‑sweetened beverage tax proceeds for fiscal year 2026 to the City Council.

• Approve Transportation Commission meeting minutes of March 27, 2025
• Receive monthly police data on collisions and citations for March
• Receive Alameda County 2024 Performance Report
• Provide feedback on priorities for the upcoming Capital Improvement Plan
• Recommend use of sugar‑sweetened beverage tax proceeds for FY2026 to City Council

The Transportation Commission approved its consent calendar unanimously. It adopted a recommendation to allocate $35,000 of the sugar‑sweetened beverage tax to school bicycle safety training. The commission also voted to extend the meeting time to 10:15 PM and added additional minutes to complete the agenda.

• Approved consent calendar (6‑0)
• Recommended $35,000 sugar‑tax funding for school bike safety training (5‑1, noes: Kerr)
• Extended meeting to 10:15 PM (6‑0)
• Extended meeting an additional 5 minutes (6‑0)
• Extended meeting an additional 7 minutes (6‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will vote to adopt the April 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It will also review and recommend approval of two residential addition projects: a 1,251 sq ft two‑story addition at 625 Evelyn and a 246 sq ft rear addition at 1020 Key Route Boulevard. Both projects are categorized as exempt from CEQA and require use permits and design review, with the Key Route project also needing a variance.

• Approve meeting minutes of April 9, 2025 (Consent Calendar item 3‑1).
• Approve Use Permit and Design Review for 625 Evelyn (PA25‑008), a 1,251 sq ft two‑story addition.
• Approve Variance, Use Permit and Design Review for 1020 Key Route Boulevard (PA25‑009), a 246 sq ft rear addition.
• Both projects are categorically exempt from CEQA per Section 15301.
• Presentation on Advisory Body Handbook and training (item 5‑1).

The commission approved the consent calendar, including the April 9 meeting minutes, by a 5‑0 vote. It then unanimously approved the use permit, variance and design review for the 1020 Key Route Boulevard addition (PA25‑009) in two separate motions, each passing 5‑0. The commission also noted the upcoming retirement of Community Development Director Jeff Bond. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved consent calendar (including April 9 minutes) – vote 5-0
• Approved PA25-009 for 1020 Key Route Boulevard – use permit, variance, design review – vote 5-0 (first motion)
• Approved PA25-009 for 1020 Key Route Boulevard – use permit, variance, design review – vote 5-0 (second motion)
• Announced retirement of Community Development Director Jeff Bond (no vote)

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Police & Fire Pension Board will consider four consent‑calendar items, including ratifying pension payments for January, February and March 2025 and approving the action minutes from the January 28 meeting. A quarterly investment report for the period ending March 31, 2025 will be presented by Dewey Tieu of CIBC. The meeting will also include a public comment period, announcements, and adjournment.

• Ratify pension payment for January 2025 – $75,791.91
• Ratify pension payment for February 2025 – $75,850.28
• Ratify pension payment for March 2025 – $75,850.28
• Approve action minutes of the January 28, 2025 Pension Board meeting
• Investment report presentation by Dewey Tieu (CIBC) for quarter ending March 31, 2025

The board approved the Consent Calendar, ratifying pension payments of $75,791.91 for January 2025, $75,850.28 for February 2025, and $75,850.28 for March 2025. The Action Minutes from the January 28, 2025 meeting were also approved. The motion passed with five affirmative votes and no opposition.

• Ratified January 2025 pension payment of $75,791.91 (5-0)
• Ratified February 2025 pension payment of $75,850.28 (5-0)
• Ratified March 2025 pension payment of $75,850.28 (5-0)
• Approved Action Minutes of Jan 28, 2025 meeting (5-0)

Climate Action Committee

The Albany Climate Action Committee will receive presentations on a draft Street Tree Management Plan and Try Transit programs, and discuss progress on the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan.

• Street Tree Management Plan draft presentation
• Try Transit Programs presentation
• Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Key Performance Indicator Report
• Zero Emission Transportation Subcommittee updates
• Heat Pump Rebate Subcommittee updates

The Climate Action Committee approved the March 19, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. A motion to extend the April 16 meeting to 9:10 PM was also approved unanimously. No other actions were decided.

• Approved March 19, 2025 minutes (4 yeas, 0 noes)
• Extended meeting to 9:10 PM (4 yeas, 0 noes)

Audit & Fiscal Sustainability City Council Standing Committee

The Audit & Fiscal Sustainability Standing Committee will approve the March 10, 2025 action minutes and hold a public comment period. It will discuss potential changes to the city’s Investment Policy related to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing and will review pension funding strategies. Both items will be forwarded to the full City Council for further consideration.

• Approval of Action Minutes: March 10, 2025
• Public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Discussion of potential changes to Investment Policy related to ESG investing, with staff recommendation to forward to City Council
• Discussion of pension funding strategies, with staff recommendation to forward to City Council
• Announcements (staff and committee member announcements; no public comment will be taken)

The Audit & Fiscal Sustainability Committee approved the action minutes from March 10, 2025 with a unanimous vote. The committee discussed potential changes to the city's ESG investment policy but decided it was not ready to forward a recommendation to the full City Council. It also reviewed pension funding strategies and similarly chose not to forward the item to Council.

• Approved March 10, 2025 action minutes (2-0)
• Discussed ESG investment policy – no recommendation forwarded
• Discussed pension funding strategies – no recommendation forwarded

Arts Committee

The Albany Arts Committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the 2025 term. It will also approve the minutes from the December 9, 2024 meeting. The committee will receive presentations on the Advisory Body Handbook, the Public Arts Master Plan, and the 2023‑2025 Public Art Projects Plan. No other actions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Selection of Committee Chair and Vice Chair for 2025
• Approval of minutes: December 9, 2024
• Advisory Body Handbook overview & training presentation
• Public Arts Master Plan (PAMP) presentation
• Public Art Projects Plan (PAPP) 2023‑2025 presentation

The committee voted to delay choosing a chair and vice‑chair until the next meeting. It also approved the minutes from the December 9, 2024 meeting. No public comments were made, and the committee received presentations on advisory body procedures and the city’s public arts plans. No other actions were taken.

• Postponed selection of chair and vice‑chair until next meeting (4‑0)
• Approved December 9, 2024 minutes (4‑0)

Public Safety City Council Standing Committee

The Albany Public Safety Committee will hear an overview of the Fire and Police Departments and discuss the Public Safety Dashboard. The committee will also select a new chair and take public comment.

• Public Safety Presentation: Fire & Police Departments Overview
• Public Safety Dashboard presentation
• Selection of Committee Chair
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Review of Emergency Medical Response Annual Report

The committee appointed Vice Mayor McQuaid as the Public Safety Committee Chair, with the motion passing unanimously. The Albany Land Acknowledgement Statement was read as adopted per a prior City Council action. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Vice Mayor McQuaid as Committee Chair (2-0)

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission will review a draft Street Tree Management Plan to increase the city's tree canopy. The body will also discuss and provide recommendations to the City Council on how to spend Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax revenue for Fiscal Year 2026.

• Presentation of Draft Management Actions for the Street Tree Management Plan
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2026 spending recommendations for Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax revenue

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission approved the minutes from the March 13, 2025 regular meeting. The motion was made by Commissioner Abbott, seconded by Commissioner Marten, and passed with five affirmative votes and no opposition. The commission also recommended discussing how to spend Sugar‑Sweetened Beverage Tax revenue for Fiscal Year 2026 and to forward a recommendation to City Council. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved March 13, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended discussing FY 2026 Sugar‑Sweetened Beverage Tax revenue and advising City Council

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider routine Consent Calendar items, including approval of February 12 meeting minutes and three design‑review applications. Each application requests additions or alterations to existing residences and is recommended for approval subject to conditions. All three projects are categorically exempt from CEQA.

• Approve meeting minutes from February 12, 2025
• Approve PA24‑047 at 1017 Ramona Avenue – new 263 sq ft garage/laundry, 48 sq ft family room, 205 sq ft second‑level addition
• Approve PA25‑005 at 723 Evelyn – approx. 632 sq ft first‑story addition and demolition of small outbuildings
• Approve PA24‑011 at 509 Ramona Avenue – new 60 sq ft two‑story rear addition

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved three development applications and adopted the February 12, 2025 meeting minutes. The 723 Evelyn project was approved unanimously after two members recused themselves. The 1017 Ramona Avenue garage and addition was approved by a 3‑2 vote with staff‑proposed conditions, and the 509 Ramona Avenue two‑story addition was approved unanimously.

• Approved February 12, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-1-0)
• Approved PA25-005 (723 Evelyn) (3-0-2-0)
• Approved PA24-047 (1017 Ramona Ave) (3-2-0-0)
• Approved PA24-011 (509 Ramona Ave) (5-0-0-0)

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will meet to approve routine items including contracts for school renovations, restroom upgrades, and a new copy machine, along with policy updates and the approval of meeting minutes.

• Approve Independent Contractor Services Agreement with NV Construction for Albany Aquatic Center
• Approve Independent Contractor Services Agreement with Golden State Steel and Stair for Ocean View Elementary
• Approve Independent Contractor Services Agreement with Architechnica for Cornell Elementary School restroom renovations
• Approve 2024-2025 Master Contract with Center For Early Intervention On Deafness
• Approve Proclamation recognizing May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education approved its agenda and a consent calendar that included multiple contracts, policy updates, and the 2024‑25 master contract. It accepted the 2023‑24 Bond Measure B and E audit reports and approved staffing resolutions for certificated assignments and Transitional Kindergarten work experience. The board also approved a contract with Schoolytics to replace Educlimber as the district's unified data platform. All motions passed unanimously except two resolutions that passed 5‑0 with student advisory support.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items including contracts, policy updates and master contract (unanimous)
• Approved 2023‑24 Bond Measure B and E audit reports (unanimous)
• Approved Declaration of Need for Fully Qualified Educators (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024‑25‑20 for certificated assignments outside credential (5‑0, 2 student advisory yes votes)
• Approved Resolution 2024‑25‑21 for Transitional Kindergarten equivalent work experience (5‑0, 2 student advisory yes votes)
• Approved contract with Schoolytics data platform (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of copy machine for district office (unanimous)

Albany City Council

The Albany City Council will consider approving contracts for financial audits, consulting services, and paratransit funding, as well as authorizing street closures for the July 4th holiday and a preschool spring fair.

• Contract with Chavan & Associates for financial audit services (not-to-exceed $250,000)
• Resolution to waive permit fees for Albany Preschool Spring Fair on Masonic Avenue
• Authorization for temporary July 4th street closures on Buchanan Street and Hillside/Taft Avenues
• Request for $40,000 contribution to Solano Avenue Association events
• Resolution to authorize call for bids for Marin Avenue pavement rehabilitation

The April 7, 2025 Albany City Council minutes contain only procedural items, ceremonial remarks, and a consent calendar without any recorded votes, approvals, or denials. No specific actions or outcomes are documented in the provided text.

Housing Advisory Commission

The Albany Housing Advisory Commission will approve the March 5, 2025 minutes, hear public comments received on April 1, 2025, and hold presentations. The primary agenda item is a discussion of a Just Cause for Eviction policy, reviewing state and federal laws and local data. The meeting will also include staff announcements and set the next meeting for May 7, 2025.

• Approve Housing Advisory Commission minutes of March 5, 2025
• Public comment received on 04/01/2025
• Discussion of Just Cause for Eviction policy
• Staff and commission member announcements
• Next meeting scheduled for May 7, 2025

The commission approved the consent calendar and the minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting with a 5‑0 vote. No other motions were adopted; members discussed a possible just‑cause eviction ordinance but took no action. The meeting adjourned at 8:19 PM.

• Approved March 5, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar as proposed (5-0)

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will consider several items, including approving the February 27, 2025 meeting minutes, recommending that the City Council authorize Phase 10 of the Sidewalk Repair Program funded by the Measure P1 parcel tax, and discussing how to allocate revenue from the sugar‑sweetened beverage tax for fiscal year 2025‑26. Staff will also present data on police collisions and citations, shared mobility, and a bicycle parking inventory. The commission will provide direction on the format for future police data presentations.

• Approve Transportation Commission meeting minutes of February 27, 2025 (Consent Calendar)
• Recommend City Council authorize Sidewalk Repair Program – Phase 10 (Measure P1 funded)
• Discuss ideas for spending sugar‑sweetened beverage tax revenue for FY 2025‑26
• Present monthly police data on collisions and citations
• Present bicycle parking inventory results

The commission approved the February 27, 2025 meeting minutes on the consent calendar. It recommended that the City Council authorize the Sidewalk Rehabilitation Phase 10 project. It recommended allocating $185,000 to the Crossing Guard Program, $25,000 to an In‑School Bike Safety Training Program, and $10,000 to an e‑bike safety training program, and suggested funding the crossing guard program from other city revenues. The commission reached consensus to present police collision and citation data quarterly with stacked bar charts and TIMS heat maps.

• Approved February 27, 2025 meeting minutes (consent calendar) (7‑0)
• Recommended City Council authorize Sidewalk Rehabilitation Phase 10 (7‑0)
• Recommended City Council allocate $185,000 to Crossing Guard Program (7‑0)
• Recommended City Council allocate $25,000 to In‑School Bike Safety Training Program (7‑0)
• Recommended City Council allocate $10,000 to e‑bike safety training program (7‑0)
• Recommended funding Crossing Guard Program from other city revenue sources (7‑0)
• Reached consensus for quarterly police collision data with stacked bar charts and TIMS heat maps (consensus)

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will conduct public hearings to sunshine negotiation proposals between the district and the California School Employees Association for the 2025-2028 agreement. The Board will also consider a bid for district network hardware and various contractor agreements.

• Public hearings on 2025-2028 Collective Bargaining Agreement proposals with CSEA
• E-Rate bid by AMS.NET LLC for District Network Hardware Refresh
• 2024-2025 Comprehensive School Site Safety Plans for five district schools
• Contractor agreements with Ivy Chen (puberty education), Nicola Rain Tague (occupational therapist), and Bowen Electric
• Proclamation No. 2024-25-06 recognizing April as Arab American Heritage Month

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent calendar, which included several independent‑contractor agreements, safety‑plan approvals, and contract amendments. It also approved an E‑Rate bid that lets the district purchase network equipment worth about $470,000 for a cost of $235,000. No other actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved personnel report minutes (unanimous)
• Approved independent contractor agreement with Ivy Chen, MPH for fifth‑grade puberty education (unanimous)
• Approved comprehensive school site safety plans for Cornell, Marin, Ocean View, Albany Middle, Albany High, and MacGregor High schools (unanimous)
• Approved independent contractor agreement with Educational Professionals of Central California, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved independent contractor agreement with Nicola Rain Tague, occupational therapist (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to the 2024‑2025 master contract with RO Health (unanimous)
• Approved E‑Rate bid for network hardware refresh, allowing purchase of equipment ~ $470K at a cost of $235K (unanimous)

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will receive a presentation on the Gas Line Pilot Project and give feedback. It will also hear updates on Air District Rules 9‑4 and 9‑6 and discuss forming a Heat Pump Rebate Program Subcommittee. Subcommittee updates, including Zero Emission Transportation, will be presented before adjourning.

• Gas Line Pilot Project – presentation and feedback
• Air District Rule 9‑4 and 9‑6 – presentation and discussion
• Heat Pump Rebate Program Subcommittee – consider member nominations
• Subcommittee updates – including Zero Emission Transportation

The Climate Action Committee unanimously approved the February 19, 2024 meeting minutes. The Chair’s motion to extend the meeting to 9:15 p.m. was also approved. Members voted to create a heat‑pump rebate subcommittee, appointing Hodges and Bierce as its members.

• Approved February 19, 2024 minutes (7 yeas, 0 nays)
• Extended meeting until 9:15 p.m. (7 yeas, 0 nays)
• Created heat pump rebate subcommittee with members Hodges and Bierce (7 yeas, 0 nays)

Albany City Council

The Albany City Council will consider several consent‑calendar items, including payroll ratification, bill and claim ratifications, investment updates, a call for bids for the Buchanan Street Repair Project, and the purchase of a 100‑foot aerial firefighting apparatus for up to $2,684,554. The council will also adopt the 2025‑2027 City Council Strategic Plan and review council procedures and policies. All items are presented for a single motion unless a council member or audience requests removal.

• Ratify payroll for 3/7/2025: net $456,148.62, taxes/benefits $499,561.84, total $955,710.46
• Ratify bills and claims: $138,335.01 (2/28/2025) and $279,883.95 (3/7/2025)
• Approve call for bids for Contract No. C25‑05 – 2025 Buchanan Street Repair Project (Annual Street Rehabilitation Program)
• Approve purchase of one 100’ Aerial Firefighting Apparatus (Pierce Manufacturing) for up to $2,684,554, including 10.75% sales tax
• Adopt the 2025‑2027 City Council Strategic Plan

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission will receive an informational presentation on the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The commission will provide feedback and recommendations on projects for renewal and enhancement to be included in the final CIP.

• Capital Improvement Plan presentation regarding renewal needs and proposed enhancements

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will meet to approve contracts with Phillips Academy and Guidepost Solutions, review Cornell Elementary restroom renovations, and adopt budget revisions and salary schedules for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.

• Approve Amendment to 2024-25 Master Contract with Phillips Academy
• Approve Agreement with Guidepost Solutions for security camera upgrades
• Review Cornell Elementary restroom renovation projects
• Approve Second Interim Report and Budget Revision #2 for FY 2024-25
• Approve Certificated Management Salary Schedule for 2024-2025 and 2025-2026

Audit & Fiscal Sustainability City Council Standing Committee

The Audit & Fiscal Sustainability Standing Committee will review investment results for the fourth quarter of 2024. The body will also discuss Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing strategies for potential referral to the full City Council.

• Quarterly Investment Performance for Fourth Quarter 2024
• Discussion of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Investing Strategies
• Selection of Committee Chair
• Approval of February 10, 2025 action minutes

Housing Advisory Commission

The commission will approve the minutes from its February 5, 2025 meeting and then open a public comment period. Commissioners will discuss the HAC Guiding Principles and the proposed work‑plan calendar for 2025. They will also review state and federal fair‑housing laws and consider a non‑discrimination and anti‑harassment policy.

• Approve Housing Advisory Commission minutes from February 5, 2025
• Discuss HAC Guiding Principles and the proposed 2025 work‑plan calendar
• Review fair‑housing laws and consider a non‑discrimination and anti‑harassment policy

Albany City Council

The Albany City Council will consider routine consent‑calendar items, including ratifying the February payroll of $965,841.58 and bills totaling $473,843.89. The Council will also vote on contract change orders, notably a $162,817.65 amendment to Contract No. C21‑28 with Urban Tilth, bringing that contract to $563,136.57. Additionally, the Council will adopt a resolution to appropriate $125,000 from the Climate Action and Adaptation Reserve Fund for the Gas Line Decommissioning Project and consider a resolution for the Albany Hill Forest Management & Habitat Restoration Plan and a related USDA grant application.

• Ratify February 2025 payroll: net $461,423.19, taxes/benefits $504,418.39, total $965,841.58.
• Ratify bills and claims: $303,190.86 (2/14/2025) and $170,653.03 (2/21/2025).
• Approve Contract Change Order #2 for Contract No. C21‑28 with Urban Tilth for $162,817.65, total contract $563,136.57.
• Approve appropriation of $125,000 from the Climate Action and Adaptation Reserve Fund for the Gas Line Decommissioning Project.
• Adopt resolution for Albany Hill Forest Management & Habitat Restoration Plan and authorize staff to apply for USDA Forest Service Community Wildfire Defense Grants.

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will approve the December 5, 2024 meeting minutes and adopt the finalized Curb Ramp Design Guidelines, urging staff to apply them to upcoming projects. Staff will present updates on the Jackson Street Bikeway concept, All Ages and Abilities facilities guidance, and micromobility device regulation on trails, with the commission providing comments. The body will also select a temporary chair for the meeting and honor former commissioners with appreciation resolutions.

• Approve Transportation Commission meeting minutes from December 5, 2024 (Consent Calendar)
• Receive and recommend adoption of final Curb Ramp Design Guidelines for incorporation into future projects (Consent Calendar)
• Review conceptual design for Jackson Street Bikeway in UC Village south of Buchanan Avenue and provide comments to staff
• Consider NACTO All Ages and Abilities Facilities Guidance and micromobility device regulation on trails, providing comments to staff
• Adopt resolutions of appreciation for former commissioners Harry Chomsky, Nelson Peng, Evan Vigil‑McClanahan, and Leo Von Nydeggen

Albany City Council Special Meeting

The council will hold a work session to review and update the City Council Strategic Plan, including the mission statement, goals, and objectives. Public comment will be taken during the session, and the council will summarize the discussion and outline next steps.

• Strategic Planning Work Session – review & update of City Council Strategic Plan mission statement, goals, and objectives
• Public comment period for the work session
• Summary of discussion and next steps

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will meet to elect its leadership and discuss collaboration for climate action. The body will also receive updates from the Zero Emission Transportation Subcommittee.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Proclamation of Appreciation for Myroslava Fisun
• Zero Emission Transportation Subcommittee updates
• Discussion on Collaboration for Climate Action

Albany City Council

The Albany City Council will consider several routine consent‑calendar items, including ratifying payroll of $963,654.86 and bills/claims totaling $579,860.62. Council members will receive a presentation on the FY2024/25 Midyear Budget Review, which requires no action. Staff will present an update on the Active Transportation Plan for Solano Avenue and request direction before a future discussion. The Council will consider Resolution No. 2025‑07 to appropriate $125,000 from the Climate Action and Adaptation Reserve Fund for the Gas Line Decommissioning Pilot Project.

• Ratify payroll for 2/7/2025: Net $460,304.11, taxes/benefits $503,350.75, total $963,654.86
• Ratify bills and claims against the City: $388,584.81 (1/31/2025) and $191,275.81 (2/7/2025)
• Adopt Resolution No. 2025‑07 to appropriate $125,000 from the Climate Action and Adaptation Reserve Fund for the Gas Line Decommissioning Project
• Presentation of FY2024/25 Midyear Budget Review (informational, no action required)
• Update on Active Transportation Plan for Solano Avenue, including CEQA compliance review

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The commission will select its Chair and Vice Chair for 2025 and approve the December 12, 2024 minutes. staff will present the final draft of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan for the commission's comments before it is sent to City Council. staff will also present the proposed 2025 work items for discussion. the commission will consider recommendations to remove three street trees at 728 Masonic Ave, 1106 Pomona Ave, and 1518 Sonoma Ave.

• Final Draft of Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan – presentation and comment before Council approval
• Overview of Proposed Work Items for 2025 – staff presentation
• Quarterly Street Tree Removals – recommended removal at 728 Masonic Ave, 1106 Pomona Ave, 1518 Sonoma Ave (CEQA exempt)
• Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair for 2025
• Approval of Minutes from the December 12, 2024 meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Albany Planning & Zoning Commission will review and vote on two use permit requests for residential projects at 915 Taylor Street and 959 Talbot Avenue. It will also approve the minutes from the January 8, 2025 meeting and elect a new Chair and Vice Chair for the commission. Public comments will be accepted on agenda items, and routine consent‑calendar items will be adopted by a single motion.

• Approve meeting minutes of January 8 2025 (Consent Calendar item).
• Review and approve Planning Application 24‑041 – 915 Taylor Street (exterior landing, stairs, and rear deck).
• Review and approve Planning Application 25‑003 – 959 Talbot Avenue (second‑story addition, rear deck, and demolition of existing deck).
• Election of new Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair.
• Adopt routine consent‑calendar items by one motion.

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will discuss the reduction or discontinuance of specific certificated services for the upcoming school year. The Board will also vote on naming the Albany High School Library and appoint members to the Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee.

• Resolution No. 2024-25-14: Reduction or discontinuance of certain certificated services for 2025-26
• Resolution No. 2024-25-13: Naming the Albany High School Library 'The Dr. Frank Wells Library'
• Appointments to the AUSD Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee
• Purchase of Chromebooks for 2025-26 student device refresh
• MOU with Alameda County Office of Education for K12 High Speed Network (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2028)

Audit & Fiscal Sustainability City Council Standing Committee

The Albany Audit & Fiscal Sustainability Committee will review the 2023/24 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the 2024/25 midyear budget. Staff recommends forwarding both reports to the full City Council for acceptance and review, with no midyear budget requests.

• Review of 2023/24 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Review of 2024/25 midyear budget
• Discussion on selecting committee member for audit firm interviews
• Committee to advise City Council on financial policies and reserves

AUSD Board of Education Workshop - Board Retreat

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting for a board retreat focused on governance training. The agenda includes a call to order, reading of the district’s mission and vision statement, adoption of meeting norms, and approval of the agenda. No policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances are on the agenda.

Housing Advisory Commission

The Albany Housing Advisory Commission will approve the minutes from its October 23, 2024 meeting, hear two presentations (the Advisory Body Handbook and the 2023 renter survey), discuss the five Phase I tenant‑protections programs outlined in the Housing Element, and vote to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting also includes a public comment period and routine announcements.

• Approve Housing Advisory Commission minutes of October 23, 2024
• Presentation: City of Albany Advisory Body Handbook
• Presentation: 2023 City of Albany Renter Survey results
• Discussion of Tenant Protections Programs – Phase I Housing Element implementation (overview of five programs)
• Election of Housing Advisory Commission Chair and Vice Chair

Albany City Council

The Albany City Council will consider a consent calendar of routine items including the ratification of payroll, bills, and advisory body appointments. The meeting includes a resolution to support the Paris Agreement and letters to restore library funding, along with an appropriation of $75,000 for Memorial Park path lighting.

• Ratification of $1,013,376.30 in total payroll
• Ratification of $471,884.98 in bills and claims
• Resolution No. 2025-04 in support of the Paris Agreement
• Letters of support for restoration of library funding
• Appropriation of $75,000 for Memorial Park path lighting

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Police & Fire Pension Board will adopt four consent‑calendar items, including ratifying pension payments for October ($74,528.11), November ($75,644.43), and December 2024 ($75,644.43) and approving the October 22, 2024 meeting minutes. The board will also consider a fire disability retiree payment update and elect a chairperson and secretary. An investment report for the quarter ending December 31, 2024 will be noted and filed. Public comment will be limited to three‑minute statements.

• Ratify October 2024 pension payment of $74,528.11
• Ratify November 2024 pension payment of $75,644.43
• Ratify December 2024 pension payment of $75,644.43
• Approve action minutes of the October 22, 2024 Pension Board meeting
• Approve fire disability retiree payment update and elect board officers

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board will hold a closed session to hear public comment on potential litigation and personnel matters. In the open session, it will adopt the agenda, spotlight Cornell Elementary School, and recognize Black History Month. The consent calendar includes approval of several contracts, a funding application, a field‑trip request, and salary schedule resolutions. The Board will also discuss policy‑review processes and a resolution on tie‑breaking criteria for certificated employees.

• Approve Master Contract between Albany Unified School District and Ausin Texas Learning Group LLC, Inc.
• Approve 2024‑25 Consolidated Application for Funding Categorical Aid Programs
• Approve Overnight Field Trip request for Albany High School Vocal Music Ensembles Spring Tour to Southern California, April 9‑12, 2025
• Approve Independent Contractor Services Agreement between Albany Unified School District and Chroma Colors for interior painting at Albany Middle School
• Approve Resolution No. 2024‑25‑12 to determine tie‑breaking criteria for certificated employees

Albany City Council

The Albany City Council will consider routine consent items such as minutes, payroll ratifications, and bill claims. It will vote to let the City Manager submit a Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant for the Adams Street–Carlson Boulevard Connection Project. The council will also hold a public hearing on two ordinance amendments affecting accessory structures and mechanical equipment standards. Finally, the council will discuss the structure of the Housing Advisory Commission and adopt a sidewalk rehabilitation contract.

• Authorize City Manager to submit Caltrans grant application for Adams St–Carlson Blvd Connection (Resolution 2025‑01)
• First reading of Ordinance 2025‑01 to amend accessory structure standards (Municipal Code Chapter 20)
• First reading of Ordinance 2025‑02 to amend setbacks and standards for mechanical equipment (Municipal Code Chapter 20)
• Award Contract No. C25‑03 to Beneficial Designs for sidewalk program, not‑to‑exceed $127,846 and appropriate $230,000 from Sidewalk Parcel Tax Fund
• Reconsider public‑engagement structure for the Housing Advisory Commission (Resolution 2025‑03 option)

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board will hold a closed session to address a confidential student matter, personnel issues, and potential litigation. In the open session, the board will adopt a resolution certifying the November 5, 2024 school bond election results and establishing a Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee. Additional items include approving a master contract with Fred Finch Avalon, a consulting agreement with Megan Sweet, and a salary amendment for the Aquatics Center.

• Closed session: confidential student matter (Case No. 2024‑25‑01)
• Resolution No. 2016‑17‑13 recognizing the district as a Safe Haven School District
• Resolution No. 2024‑25‑11 certifying bond election results and creating a Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee
• Approve 2024‑25 Master Contract and amendment with Fred Finch Avalon
• Approve Independent Contractor Services Agreement with Megan Sweet (Your 3 Eyes Consulting Services)

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission - CANCELLED

The meeting scheduled for January 9, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda had included a draft forest management plan and street tree removals.

• 90% Draft Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan
• Recommended street tree removals at 728 Masonic Ave, 1106 Pomona Ave, and 1518 Sonoma Ave
• Ohlone Greenway Mini Park Subcommittee update on exercise and play equipment

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will adopt routine consent‑calendar items, including approval of the December 11, 2024 meeting minutes and three design‑review applications: a second‑story addition at 1446 Portland Avenue, a demolition and new two‑story home at 1126 Brighton Avenue, and a deck variance at 833 Polk Street. The commission will also hold public hearings and recommend adoption of two resolutions that would amend the Planning and Zoning Code—one updating standards for accessory structures and another revising setbacks for mechanical equipment. All items are recommended by staff and are categorically exempt from CEQA.

• Approve meeting minutes of December 11, 2024 (Consent Calendar)
• Approve Planning Application 24‑043 – 1446 Portland Avenue (second‑story addition)
• Approve Planning Application 24‑045 – 1126 Brighton Avenue (demolition and new two‑story home)
• Approve Planning Application 24‑046 – 833 Polk Street (deck variance)
• Public hearings on Resolutions 2025‑01 and 2025‑02 to amend accessory structure and mechanical equipment standards in the Planning and Zoning Code

Racial Inclusivity & Social Equity Commission - CANCELLED

The RISE Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 7, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items, including the equity statement recommendation and inclusive sports discussion, will be considered. The next meeting is set for Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 7:00 PM.

• 6‑1. Equity Statement – Potential Recommendation to Council (no action due to cancellation)
• 6‑2. Inclusive Sports (no action due to cancellation)
• 2. Approval of minutes from December 3, 2024 (postponed)
• 3. Public comment period (postponed)
• 9. Next meeting scheduled for February 6, 2025