Emeryville public meetings in 2020
77 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Closed Session
The Emeryville City Council and Successor Agency will hold a special closed session to confer with legal counsel. The meeting includes discussion of existing litigation involving the Swagelok Company. Standard procedures such as roll call and public comment on closed session items are also scheduled.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding Case No. 17-CV-00308-WHO (City of Emeryville v. Swagelok Company, et al.)
City Council
The City Council will hold a special study session to discuss the draft plan for administering and spending the Affordable Housing Bond. This session includes a presentation on the proposed administration and expenditure details.
- Study Session ID-2020-574: Draft Affordable Housing Bond Administration and Expenditure Plan
- Late correspondence from Carpenters Union Local 713
Special Closed Session
The Emeryville City Council will meet in closed session to discuss real property negotiations. The council will consider the price and terms for two properties located on Horton Street.
- Negotiations regarding 5959 Horton Street with Amtrak and Emery Station West, LLC
- Negotiations regarding 5885 Horton Street with Amtrak and Wareham Development Corporation
Management of Emeryville Services Authority
The Management of Emeryville Services Authority is considering an updated Section 125 Plan. The board will also decide whether to authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with a new flexible benefits plan provider.
- Resolution ID-2020-585 approving an updated Section 125 Plan
- Authorization for the City Manager to contract with a new Flexible Benefits Plan Provider
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
The meeting includes routine consent calendar items such as warrants and meeting minutes. The agenda also covers resolutions regarding a loan and professional services for hazardous substance remediation at 5679 Horton Street.
- $250,000 loan agreement for Marchant/Whitney Site costs
- $39,000 contract with EKI Environment & Water, Inc. for remediation services
- Approval of warrants and meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council approved amendments to building regulations regarding Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units. The council also reviewed the annual audit report and discussed eliminating criminal penalties for municipal code violations.
- Amendment to building regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units
- $623,835 contract with DC Electric Group for traffic signal and street light maintenance
- $250,000 loan agreement for hazardous substance remediation at 5679 Horton Street
- $5,000 funding request to CalRecycle for beverage container recycling
- Discussion on eliminating criminal penalties for municipal code violations
City Council
The Emeryville City Council will hold a special meeting to administer oaths of office to three newly appointed council members. The Council will also appoint the Mayor and Vice Mayor for one-year terms expiring in November 2021.
- Oath of office for three newly appointed council members via Resolution No. 20-87
- Appointment of Mayor and Vice Mayor for one-year terms
- Administration of oath to the new Mayor and Vice Mayor
- Virtual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
Special Closed Session
The City Council will meet in closed session to conduct labor negotiations with the Emeryville Police Officers’ Association. The meeting also includes a conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation involving Swagelok Company.
- Labor negotiations with the Emeryville Police Officers’ Association (ID-2020-572)
- Legal conference regarding litigation: Successor Agency v. Swagelok Company, et. al. (ID-2020-549)
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
The Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency will meet to adopt its regular meeting calendar for February 2021 through January 2022. The agenda also includes reviewing warrants and approving minutes from the November 17, 2020, meeting.
- Adoption of the Successor Agency regular meeting calendar (February 2021–January 2022)
- Review of ID-2020-560 warrants
- Approval of November 17, 2020, action minutes
City Council
The City Council approved several financial agreements and administrative appointments for the 2021 calendar year. Key actions included authorizing grant funding for Oakland library services and re-appropriating funds for business grants. The Council also held a public hearing regarding regulations for accessory dwelling units.
- Authorized a four-year grant agreement with the City of Oakland totaling up to $480,000 for library services
- Re-appropriated $115,000 from the Local Business Recovery Program to support Alameda County CARES Business Grants
- Approved a contract amendment with Fehr and Peers for the Emeryville Center of Innovation Project, increasing the total to $64,105
- Approved an amendment to the OTG EnviroEngineering Solutions contract for environmental work, bringing the total to $348,309
- Held a public hearing on amending regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JAUDUs)
Special Closed Session
The Emeryville City Council and Management of Emeryville Services Authority will hold a special closed session. The agenda includes labor negotiations with SEIU Local 1021 and a legal conference regarding AT&T Services, Inc. v. Federal Communications, et al. litigation.
- Labor negotiations with Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 1021
- Legal conference regarding AT&T Services, Inc. v. Federal Communications, et al.
City Council
The Emeryville City Council will hold a special study session regarding the California Community Housing Agency (CalCHA) model. The session focuses on methods for creating and preserving affordable rental housing. The discussion includes reviewing JPA agreements and purchase option templates.
- Study session regarding the California Community Housing Agency Model (ID-2020-462)
- Review of CalCHA JPA Agreement and Amendment
- Review of CalCHA Template Purchase Option Agreement
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
The City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency will review routine administrative items. This includes the approval of warrants, wire transfers, and check registers. The agency will also review minutes from meetings held on October 20, 2020.
- ID-2020-533 Warrants (wire transfers and check register)
- Minutes from October 20, 2020, Special Closed Session
- Minutes from October 20, 2020, Regular Meeting
City Council
The City Council approved a contract for an Active Transportation Plan and an affordable housing agreement at 6701 Shellmound Street. The meeting also includes discussions on shared mobility systems and a loan request for hazardous site remediation.
- Contract with Alta Planning + Design, Inc. up to $365,000 for Active Transportation Plan
- Affordable housing agreement at 6701 Shellmound Street for eight below market rate units
- Short-term loan request for hazardous substance remediation at 5679 Horton Street
- Crossroad Lab contract amendment up to $70,000 total for design services
- Ordinance restricting restaurant delivery and takeout fees during COVID-19
City Council
The City Council will hold a special study session regarding the City Council Guide to Disaster Operations. The session includes a presentation by Trish Raver and Lori Elefant.
- Presentation on City Council Guide to Disaster Operations (ID-2020-463)
Special Closed Session
The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss confidential matters. Topics include labor negotiations with SEIU Local 1021 and real estate negotiations for property at 3801 San Pablo Avenue.
- Labor negotiations with SEIU Local 1021
- Real estate negotiations for 3801 San Pablo Avenue, Unit 308
- Review of pending legal claims and existing litigation
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
The Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency is considering a request for a short-term loan from the City of Emeryville. The funds would cover costs related to hazardous substances at the Marchant/Whitney site on Horton Street. The meeting also includes routine approvals of warrants and previous meeting minutes.
- Short-term loan request for cleanup at 5679 Horton Street
- Approval of warrants and check register
- Review of October 6, 2020, action minutes
City Council
The City Council approved measures to close a projected budget deficit for the 2020-2021 fiscal year by allocating up to $5 million from the General Fund. The Council also passed an ordinance restricting restaurant delivery and takeout fees during the COVID-19 pandemic. Other actions included approving public art projects and a grant for a new shuttle bus yard.
- Allocation of up to $5 million from the General Fund to close the projected 2020-2021 deficit
- Ordinance restricting restaurant delivery and takeout commissions, charges, and fees
- $1 million grant agreement for the new Emery-Go-Round Shuttle Bus Yard
- Noise ordinance waiver for construction of the South Bayfront Pedestrian Bicycle Bridge Project
- Approval of artists for the Bus Shelter Temporary Art Program - Phase VI
Special Closed Session
The Emeryville City Council and Management of Emeryness Services Authority will hold a special closed session to conduct public employee performance evaluations. The scheduled evaluations involve the City Manager and the City Attorney.
- Performance evaluation: City Manager (ID-2020-448)
- Performance evaluation: City Attorney (ID-2020-449)
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
The meeting includes the review of warrants and action minutes from previous September 2020 sessions. No specific new action items are listed for decision on this agenda.
- ID-2020-457 Warrants
- Action Minutes of September 15, 2020 Special Closed Session (ID-2020-438)
- Action Minutes of the September 15, 2020 Regular Meeting (ID-2020-440)
City Council
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding the replacement of four single-unit homes with three duplexes on 47th Street. The agenda also includes a $75,282 grant for homelessness support and a contract for the San Pablo Avenue Midblock Crosswalk Project. Additionally, the Planning Director will report on a proposed 90-unit affordable housing project at 3600 San Pablo Avenue.
- $75,282 grant to Emeryville Citizens Assistance Program for food and clothing distribution
- Pest management contract with Pestmaster Services up to $122,628
- Proposed replacement of four homes with three duplexes at 1034-1042 47th Street
- $155,375 construction contract for the San Pablo Avenue Midblock Crosswalk Project
City Council
The Emeryville City Council met to approve several land use ordinances and city contracts. This included updates to cannabis manufacturing zoning and a large-scale maintenance contract for city buildings. A public hearing was also held regarding the replacement of homes on 47th Street with duplexes.
- Approved development agreement for an Art Center at 4060 Hollis Street
- Authorized a maintenance contract with George S. Hall, Inc. up to $1,267,950
- Passed ordinance allowing cannabis manufacturing in additional zoning districts
- Approved a professional services contract with Lexington Planning LLC up to $160,000
- Held a public hearing for the 47th Street Homes duplex project
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
The City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency will review routine administrative items. The agenda includes warrants and action minutes from a previous meeting.
- ID-2020-431 Warrants
- ID-2020-433 Action Minutes of the September 1, 2020 City Council as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency Regular Meeting
Special Closed Session
The Emeryville City Council will meet in closed session to discuss legal litigation and real estate negotiations. The council will review lawsuits involving the California Department of Finance and AT&T Services, Inc. Additionally, officials will discuss price and terms for property at 3801 San Pablo Avenue, Unit 308.
- Real estate negotiation for 3801 San Pablo Avenue, Unit 308
- Legal conference regarding litigation with California Department of Finance
- Legal conference regarding AT&T Services, Inc. litigation
City Council
The City Council will hold a special study session to discuss budget strategies for the 2020-2021 fiscal year and future years. The session includes reviewing two different five-year forecast scenarios.
- Study Session ID-2020-434 regarding budget strategies
- Review of Five Year Forecast - Scenario 1
- Review of Five Year Forecast - Scenario 2
Management of Emeryville Services Authority
The Management of Emeryville Services Authority is reviewing a side letter of agreement with SEIU. This item addresses the calculation and payment of dispatch staff overtime during the COVID-19 emergency schedule implementation.
- Side Letter of Agreement between City/MESA and SEIU regarding dispatch staff overtime
Special Closed Session
The Council will discuss price and terms for real estate negotiations involving 4060 Hollis Street, the City Hall parking lot, and the City Hall parcel. The session also includes discussions on existing litigation and performance evaluations for the City Manager and City Attorney.
- Real estate negotiations regarding 4060 Hollis Street, City Hall Parking Lot, and City Hall Parcel
- Litigation: State of California ex rel. OnTheGo Wireless, LLC v. Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless, et al
- Performance evaluations for the City Manager and City Attorney
City Council
The Emeryville City Council will hold a special study session regarding the San Pablo Affordable Apartments project. The discussion focuses on the development located at 3600 San Pablo Avenue.
- Study Session ID-2020-379: San Pablo Affordable Apartments, 3600 San Pablo Avenue
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
The meeting covers routine administrative items for the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency Successor Agency. The agenda includes the approval of warrants and minutes from the July 21, 2020, meeting.
- Approval of ID-2020-401 Warrants (Check Register)
- Approval of July 21, 2020, action minutes (ID-2020-370)
City Council
The City Council approved several items, including a contract for the annual street rehabilitation project and police vehicle purchases. The meeting also included public hearings regarding cannabis manufacturing zoning and the Emeryville Art Center development. Additionally, the Council reviewed various grant awards.
- $1,201,746.30 contract with Interstate Grading and Paving, Inc. for street rehabilitation
- Purchase of three Ford Explorer police vehicles not to exceed $117,352.91
- Proposed ordinance to allow cannabis manufacturing in additional zoning districts
- $46,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety for traffic and pedestrian safety
- Development agreement for the Emeryville Art Center at 4060 Hollis Street
City Council
The City Council met to address the cancellation of the municipal election scheduled for November 3, 2020. Because only one person was nominated for each of three council seats and no ballot measures qualified, the Council moved to appoint the nominated individuals to their seats.
- Cancellation of the November 3, 2020, municipal election (Resolution ID-2020-399)
- Appointment of nominated individuals to three City Council seats
City Council
The City Council will hold a special study session regarding Emeryville Police Department policing policies. Interim Police Chief Robert Schreeder will provide a public safety presentation. The session also includes discussion topics related to 2020 police reform legislation.
- Policing Policies Study Session (ID-2020-355)
- Emeryville Police Department Public Safety Presentation
- Discussion of 2020 Police Reform Legislation
Special Closed Session
The City Council and Management of Emeryville Services Authority will hold a special closed session for labor negotiations. This meeting involves a conference with representatives from the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 1021.
- Labor negotiations conference (ID-2020-344) with SEIU Local 1021
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
This meeting of the City of Emeryville as Successor Agency consists of routine procedural items. The agenda focuses on the approval of warrants and minutes from July 7, 2020, sessions.
- ID-2020-333 Warrants
- Action Minutes of the July 7, 2020 Special Closed Session
- Action Minutes of the July 7, 2020 Regular Meeting
City Council
The City Council approved a temporary moratorium on residential and commercial evictions due to COVID-19. The Council also selected a developer for the 4300 San Pablo Avenue affordable housing project and authorized several municipal contracts.
- Approved a temporary moratorium on residential and commercial evictions due to COVID-19
- Selected EAH Housing, Inc. as first choice developer for 4300 San Pablo Avenue affordable housing
- Authorized a $533,007 contract with Econolite Systems, Inc. for the IDEA deployment project
- Approved a $200,000 landscape maintenance contract with Rubicon Landscape Corporation
- Approved program guidelines for Below Market Rate Rental Residential Units
Special Closed Session
The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss legal matters and property negotiations. The agenda includes reviews of existing litigation, pending claims, and real estate terms.
- Real property negotiations for 4060 Hollis Street and City Hall Parking Lot
- Review of existing litigation, including Raq Bey v. Emeryville Police Department
- Discussion of pending claims from various individuals
- Negotiations regarding price and terms with Orton Development, Inc. and Besler Building Owners Association
Community Development Commission of Emeryville
The Community Development Commission of Emeryville is holding a teleconference meeting. The agenda focuses on the approval of minutes from the July 9, 2019, regular meeting. No other specific action items or public hearings are listed for this session.
- Approval of July 9, 2019, meeting minutes (ID-2019-375)
Public Financing Authority
The meeting consists of routine procedural items and the approval of minutes from a July 9, 2019, meeting. No other specific action items or new business are listed on this agenda.
- Approval of July 9, 2019, meeting minutes (ID-2019-376)
Management of Emeryville Services Authority
The Management of Emeryville Services Authority will review minutes from several previous closed and special sessions. The board will also consider an agreement for Michael A. Guina to serve as City Attorney/General Counsel through July 2022.
- Employment agreement for Michael A. Guina as City Attorney/General Counsel
- Approval of minutes from various MESA special closed sessions
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
This meeting consists of routine procedural items for the Emeryville Successor Agency. The agenda focuses on approving warrants, wire transfers, and check registers. It also includes the approval of action minutes from June 2020 meetings.
- Approval of ID-2020-291 Warrants, including wire transfers and check register
- Approval of action minutes from the June 9, 2020 Special Meeting
- Approval of action minutes from the June 16, 2020 Regular Meeting
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a proposed tax on transportation network company trips and the scope of work for a pedestrian and bicycle plan. The agenda also includes the adoption of 2020 housing affordability limits and various administrative approvals.
- Proposed tax of 50 cents for private rideshare trips and 25 cents for pooled trips
- $184,604 contract with the State Department of Education
- Up to $115,000 annual contract with School Foodies for child development center food service
- Ordinance establishing bird-safe building standards
- Ordinance modifying outdoor seating rules for restaurants and bars during COVID-19
Special Closed Session
The Emeryville City Council will meet in closed session to discuss real property negotiations. The meeting involves determining direction regarding price and terms for 4060 Hollis Street and the City Hall Parking Lot. Negotiators include the City Manager and City Attorney.
- Real estate negotiations for 4060 Hollis Street (ID-2020-273)
- Negotiations regarding City Hall Parking Lot
- Price and terms discussions with Orton Development, Inc. and Besler Building Owners Association
City Council
The Emeryville City Council approved several appointments to advisory committees and commissions for the 2020-21 fiscal year. These appointments cover roles in planning, housing, budget, and public art.
- Appointed new Planning Commissioners (Resolution No. 20-50)
- Appointed members to the Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee (Resolution No. 20-51)
- Appointed members to the Budget Advisory Committee (Resolution No. 20-52)
- Appointed members to the Commission on Aging (Resolution No. 20-53)
- Appointed members to the Economic Development Advisory Committee (Resolution No. 20-54)
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
The City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency is meeting to conduct routine business. The agenda includes reviewing warrants and a resolution regarding the investment of agency funds in the Local Agency Investment Fund.
- Review of ID-2020-254 Warrants (Check Register)
- Resolution ID-2020-258 authorizing the investment of Successor Agency monies in the Local Agency Investment Fund
City Council
The Emeryville City Council met to consider ordinances regarding rent repayment plans for commercial and residential tenants impacted by the COVID-19 emergency. The council also reviewed several contract amendments for audit services, electrical maintenance, and facility upkeep. Additionally, a public hearing was held regarding a 3% increase in the Property and Business Improvement District assessment levy.
- Ordinances requiring landlords to provide rent repayment plans for COVID-19 impacted commercial and residential tenants
- A 3% increase in the Property and Business Improvement District (PBID) annual assessment levy
- A $113,363.08 contract amendment with DC Electric Group Inc for traffic signal and streetlight maintenance
- Appointment of William Zenoni as Interim Finance Director and Interim City Treasurer
- An amendment to the audit services agreement with Lance, Soll & Lunghard, LLP by $116,070
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
This special meeting of the City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency consists of routine administrative items. The agenda includes the approval of warrants and action minutes from a previous meeting. No new action items are scheduled for discussion.
- Approval of ID-2020-224 Warrants (Check Register)
- Approval of ID-2020-228 Action Minutes from May 19, 2020
City Council
The City Council passed ordinances requiring landlords to provide rent repayment plans for commercial food establishments and residential tenants impacted by the COVID-19 emergency. The Council also approved a contract with Operation Dignity, Inc. for homeless outreach services totaling up to $917,469. Additionally, the meeting included budget reviews and the appointment of an interim police chief.
- Contract with Operation Dignity, Inc. for homeless outreach up to $917,469
- Rent repayment plans for commercial food establishments impacted by COVID-19
- Rent repayment plans for residential tenants impacted by COVID-19
- Adoption of the 2020-21 Appropriations Limit at $121,764,528
- Appointment of Robert Schreeder as Interim Chief of Police
Special Closed Session
The Emeryville City Council will meet in closed session to discuss litigation, personnel matters, and property negotiations. The council will consider price and terms for 4060 Hollis Street and the City Hall Parking Lot. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the City Attorney position.
- Real estate negotiations for 4060 Hollis Street and City Hall Parking Lot
- Litigation: Michael Guina v. Marilyn Smith
- City Attorney appointment or evaluation
City Council
The City Council will hold a special study session to conduct a mid-cycle review of the two-year budget for fiscal years 2019-20 and 2020-21. The session includes discussions regarding proposed budget amendments to the General Fund, other funds, and capital projects.
- Mid-cycle review of the two-year budget for FY 2019-20 and 2020-21
- Proposed budget amendments to the General Fund
- Proposed budget amendments to other funds
- Proposed budget amendments to capital projects
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
This meeting of the Emeryville Successor Agency covers routine administrative items. The body will review warrants and approve the action minutes from the May 5, 2020, regular meeting.
- ID-2020-209 Warrants
City Council
The Council will review 2019 annual reports and 2020 priorities for several advisory committees, including housing, parks, and transportation. The agenda also includes a discussion on an ad hoc committee report regarding street naming.
- Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee annual report and 2020 priorities
- Housing Committee annual report and 2020 priorities
- Parks and Recreation Committee annual report and 2020 priorities
- Budget Advisory Committee annual report and 2020 priorities
- Ad Hoc Committee report on street naming
Special Closed Session
The Emeryville City Council and Management of Emeryville Services Authority will hold a special closed session. The meeting includes discussions related to public employee appointments, employment, or performance evaluations. One specific item concerns the City Attorney.
- Public employee appointment, employment, or evaluation: City Attorney (ID-2020-197)
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
This meeting of the Emeryville Successor Agency covers routine administrative matters. The agenda includes reviewing warrants and approving action minutes from the April 21, 2020, meeting. No substantive action items are listed for this session.
- ID-2020-189 Warrants
- Action Minutes of the April 21, 2020, meeting
City Council
The City Council approved the formation of a new underground utility district and expanded the business license tax rebate program. The meeting also addressed Doyle Street traffic modifications and protections for essential retail workers. Additionally, the council reviewed planning reports regarding several local development projects.
- Formation of North Hollis Underground Utility District to convert aerial to underground utilities
- Expansion of Business License Tax and Fire Inspection Fee Rebate Program
- Ordinance amending Residential Landlord and Tenant Relations code
- Update on Doyle Street temporary traffic modifications for social distancing
- Discussion on protections for essential retail workers
Special Closed Session
The Emeryville City Council and Management of Emeryville Services Authority will hold a special closed session via teleconference. The meeting is focused on personnel matters, specifically regarding the City Attorney position.
- Personnel matter regarding the City Attorney (ID-2020-178)
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
The meeting includes a review of warrants, wire transfers, and the check register. The body will also consider amending the 2020 regular meeting calendar and reviewing action minutes from April 7, 2020.
- Review of warrants, wire transfers, and check register (ID-2020-174)
- Approval of April 7, 2020 special closed session action minutes (ID-2020-170)
- Approval of April 7, 2020 regular meeting action minutes (ID-2020-172)
- Resolution to amend the 2020 regular meeting calendar (ID-2020-168)
City Council
The City Council is considering ordinances for a temporary moratorium on residential and commercial evictions due to COVID-19 income loss. The agenda also includes routine items regarding parking requirements and public hearings for updated development impact fees.
- Temporary moratorium on residential and commercial evictions due to COVID-19 income loss
- Ordinance to eliminate minimum parking requirements in the Planning Regulations
- Public hearing for updated development impact fees for fiscal year 2020-2021
- Amendment to the agreement with Alameda County Fire Department for fire and emergency services
- Approval of the proposed SB 1 project list and appropriation for fiscal year 2020-2021
Special Closed Session
The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss real property negotiations and legal matters. This includes determining direction on price and terms for 4060 Hollis Street and public right-of-way agreements with AT&T. The session also covers existing litigation and pending claims against the City.
- Real estate negotiations for 4060 Hollis Street and City Hall Parking Lot
- Negotiations regarding Public Right of Way with AT&T
- Review of existing litigation, including cases involving the Police Department
- Discussion of pending claims against the City
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
This meeting of the City of Emeryville as Successor Agency consists of procedural items. The agenda includes the approval of action minutes from the March 3, 2020, regular meeting. No other action items are listed.
- Approval of March 3, 2020, meeting minutes
City Council
The Council approved a $50 million bond for affordable housing at 3706 San Pablo Avenue and a $400,000 rental assistance program. Discussions also included a moratorium on evictions due to COVID-19 and proposed changes to cannabis zoning and parking regulations.
- $50 million revenue bond issuance for 87-unit affordable housing at 3706 San Pablo Avenue
- $400,000 contract to implement the COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program
- Purchase of two electric utility vehicles not to exceed $116,434.86
- Moratorium on residential and commercial evictions due to COVID-19 income loss
- Proposed modifications to cannabis sales buffer distances and manufacturing zoning
City Council
The City Council met to discuss a temporary moratorium on residential and commercial evictions due to COVID-19 income loss. The agenda also included a mid-cycle review of the 2019-2021 biennial budget and increasing the City Manager's purchasing authority during the emergency.
- Temporary moratorium on residential and commercial evictions due to COVID-19 income loss
- Increasing City Manager purchasing authority from $45,000 to $100,000 during the emergency
- $115,554.60 purchase order for Transit Signal Priority Expansion equipment
- Mid-cycle review of the 2019-20 and 2020-21 biennial budget
- $128,850 contract with EOA, Inc. for stormwater permit services
City Council
The Emeryville City Council is reviewing the 2019 annual reports and proposed 2020 priorities for three advisory committees. These reviews include the Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee, the Housing Committee, and the Parks and Recreation Committee.
- Bicycle /Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) 2019 report and 2020 priorities
- Housing Committee 2019 report and 2020 priorities
- Parks and Recreation Committee 2019 report and 2020 priorities
City Council
The City Council will hold a special study session regarding cannabis regulation modifications. The session includes reviewing proposed buffer distances from parks and greenways for retail cannabis sales. Additionally, the council will discuss which zoning districts are allowed for cannabis manufacturing.
- Proposed changes to buffer distances from parks and greenways for retail cannabis sales
- Review of zoning districts for cannabis manufacturing (ID-2020-072)
- Presentation of project plans, narratives, and maps regarding cannabis locations
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
The Emeryville Successor Agency will conduct a meeting to address routine agenda items. The session includes reviewing the check register for warrants and approving minutes from the March 3, 2020, regular meeting.
- Review of warrants (ID-2020-094)
- Approval of March 3, 2020, meeting minutes (ID-2020-086)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding revenue bonds for an 87-unit affordable housing development. The agenda also includes a mid-cycle budget review and a proposed ordinance to modify cannabis regulations.
- Public hearing for 87-unit affordable housing at 3706 San Pablo Avenue
- $115,554.60 purchase order for transit signal priority equipment
- $128,850 contract with EOA, Inc. for stormwater services
- Ordinance to modify the Emeryville Municipal Code regarding cannabis
- Mid-cycle review of the 2019-20 and 2020-21 budgets
Special Closed Session
The Emeryville City Council will meet in closed session to discuss labor and property matters. The council will confer with SEIU Local 1021 representatives regarding labor negotiations. They will also discuss price and terms for real estate negotiations involving 4060 Hollis Street and the City Hall Parking Lot.
- Labor negotiations with SEIU Local 1021
- Real property negotiations for 4060 Hollis Street and City Hall Parking Lot
- Discussion of price and terms with Orton Development, Inc. and Besler Building Owners Association
City Council
The City Council will vote on appointing new members to the Planning Commission and the Commission on Aging. The council will also review 2019 annual reports and 2020 priorities from several advisory committees.
- Appointment of a Planning Commissioner
- Appointment of a resident to the Commission on Aging
- Commission on Aging 2019 annual report and 2020 priorities
- Economic Development Advisory Committee 2019 annual report and 2020 priorities
- Public Art Committee 2019 annual report and 2020 priorities
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
The Emeryville Successor Agency will consider routine consent calendar items. These include the approval of recent warrants and action minutes from the February 18, 2020, meeting. No specific action items are listed for separate discussion.
- ID-2020-066 Warrants (Check Register)
- ID-2020-067 Action Minutes from February 18, 20020
City Council
The City Council is reviewing the draft final report for the 40th and San Pablo Bus Hub Project. The Council will also consider a contract with Hello Housing to support affordable homeownership and rental programs. Additionally, the agenda includes reports on Planning Commission actions regarding local development projects.
- Contract with Hello Housing for up to $606,240
- Approval of 40th and San Pablo Bus Hub Project Draft Final Report
- Bids for the San Pablo Avenue Mid-Block Crosswalk Project
- Cannabis manufacturing facility at 1295 67th Street
- Elimination of minimum parking requirements
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
The Emeryville Successor Agency will review warrants and the check register. The body will also consider the action minutes from the February 4, 2020, regular meeting.
- Warrants and check register (ID-2020-052)
- Action minutes from the February 4, 2020, regular meeting (ID-2020-049)
City Council
The Emeryville City Council approved several contract amendments and a new ordinance regarding parking meters. The Council also accepted the completion of the Powell Overhead Joint Seal Replacement and Deck Seal Project.
- Contract amendment for EKI Environment and Water, Inc. to increase compensation by $175,500 for South Bayfront Pedestrian Bicycle Bridge Project services
- Contract amendment for Berkeley Food and Housing Project to increase compensation by $38,100
- Ordinance updating the Emeryville Municipal Code regarding parking meters
- Acceptance of completion for the Powell Overhead Joint Seal Replacement and Deck Seal Project
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
This meeting consists of routine administrative items for the Emeryville Successor Agency. The agenda includes reviewing warrants, wire transfers, and the check register. The body will also consider approving minutes from the January 21, 2020, closed session and regular meeting.
- Review of warrants, wire transfers, and check register (ID-2020-039)
- Approval of January 21, 2020, special closed session minutes (ID-2020-035)
- Approval of January 21, 2020, regular meeting minutes (ID-2020-032)
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a multi-year contract with IPS Group, Inc. to implement paid parking in the North Hollis and Triangle Commercial Areas. The meeting also includes discussions on establishing new parking meter rates and an ordinance regarding parking meters. Additionally, the Council will address bicycle and pedestrian safety.
- Contract with IPS Group, Inc. for parking technology up to $3,210,524
- 10-year extension of solid waste services agreement with Waste Management of Alameda County, Inc.
- Establishment of new parking meter rates and locations in North Hollis and Triangle zones
- Declaration of a state of urgent action regarding bicycle and pedestrian safety
- $2,500 appropriation for 2020 Bike to Work Day sponsorship
City Council
The City Council will hold a special study session regarding two items. The council will review 2019 State Housing Legislation and the 47th Street Homes project at 1034-1042 47th Street.
- Study Session: 2019 State Housing Legislation (ID-2020-006)
- Study Session: 47th Street Homes at 1034-1042 47th Street (ID-2020-004)
Special Closed Session
The Emeryville City Council will meet in a special closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. The agenda includes discussions on two specific cases involving the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency.
- Litigation ID-2020-002: Successor Agency v. California Department of Finance, et al.
- Litigation ID-2020-003: Successor Agency and City of Emeryville v. Swagelok Company, et al.
City of Emeryville as Successor Agency to the Emeryville Redevelopment Agency
The Successor Agency will consider adopting the 2020-2021 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule and administrative budget. This item includes reviewing related site maps and groundwater information. The agenda also includes routine approval of warrants and previous meeting minutes.
- Adoption of the July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS)
- Approval of the ROPS administrative budget
- Review of warrants, wire transfers, and check registers
- Approval of December 17, 2019 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal for the Marketplace Parcel B redevelopment project. The Council will also consider a tree maintenance contract with West Coast Arborist Incorporated totaling up to $660,871. Additionally, staff will present a $5,000 funding request for a recycling grant program.
- Public hearing on Marketplace Parcel B development plan appeal
- Tree maintenance contract with West Coast Arborist Inc. up to $660,871
- $5,000 CalRecycle funding request for beverage container recycling
- Proclamation of National Blood Donor Month