Benicia, California

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive public input and provide comment on the scope of the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Rose Estates Mixed-Use Project. No decisions about the project will be made at this meeting. The commission will also hear an overview of the Housing Accountability Act and consider approval of the June 11, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Rose Estates Mixed-Use Project EIR scoping session — public input on environmental topics to be studied
• Presentation: Housing Accountability Act overview
• Consent Calendar: Approval of minutes from June 11, 2026

Community Sustainability Commission

The Benicia Community Sustainability Commission will hear an update on the city's Bay Area Air District grant application and review ongoing projects including a farmers market, sustainability webpage, and bike lane support. The consent calendar includes adoption of minutes from March and April 2026.

• Update on Bay Area Air District grant application
• Review and planning of ongoing projects: Farmers Market, Sustainability Corner, Earth Day event
• Discussion of bike lanes and access, decreasing disposables in city businesses
• Adoption of minutes from March 16, 2026 and April 27, 2026

City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments

The City Council is reviewing presentations regarding the I-80 Westbound Carquinez (Al Zampa) Bridge Deck Rehabilitation and Business License Tax Modernization. This document contains supplemental handouts and public comments for the July 7, 2026 meeting.

• Presentation on I-80 Westbound Carquinez (Al Zampa) Bridge Deck Rehabilitation
• Presentation on Business License Tax Modernization

City Council

The City Council will consider modernization models for the business license tax and a proposed marine terminal tax. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a new ordinance to regulate sidewalk vendors.

• Proposed Business License Tax models and a Marine Terminal Business License Tax for a November 3, 2026, ballot measure
• Public hearing for an ordinance adding Chapter 12.54 to Title 12 to regulate sidewalk vendors
• Adoption of the City Council Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2026-27
• Presentation by Caltrans District 4 on surface replacement for the westbound I-80 Al Zampa Bridge

City Council Special Closed Session

This is a special closed session meeting of the Benicia City Council. The council will adjourn to closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation, with one potential case noted. No other business is scheduled for open session.

• Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (1 potential case)

Community Services Commission Meeting - CANCELED

The July 8, 2026 regular Community Services Commission Meeting has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2026. The agenda is otherwise procedural boilerplate.

• Meeting canceled; no business conducted
• Next regular meeting: September 9, 2026

Historic Preservation Review Commission Handout Packet

The Historic Preservation Review Commission holds a public hearing to decide on a design review application for a third-floor addition and exterior alterations to a non-historic residence at 469 West J Street. The project would raise the roof height by five feet and expand the structure north and west. Staff recommends approval, finding the proposal consistent with Downtown Historic District guidelines. One public comment opposed the project, arguing it could erode the district's historic character.

• Proposed third-floor addition (1,630 sq ft) and rear/side expansion at 469 West J Street
• Structure height would increase from 24'6" to 29'6" at roof peak; wall height from 16'6" to 24'6"
• Project includes new rear deck, third-floor balcony, expanded garage door, and new windows
• Staff analysis finds compliance with RS district standards and DHCP guidelines
• One written public comment received expressing concern about preserving historic district character

Historic Preservation Review Commission

The Historic Preservation Review Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a design review for a non-historic residence. The body is deciding whether to approve a third-floor addition and exterior alterations at 469 West J Street.

• Design Review for third-floor addition and exterior alterations at 469 West J Street
• Approval of minutes from February 26, 2026

City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments

This handout packet contains PowerPoint presentations and written public comments for the June 23, 2026 City Council meeting. Items include the 2026 Arts and Culture Annual Report, a proposed limited charter and RPTT, the Industrial Health and Safety Program annual report, and the award of a construction contract for Benicia Marina Breakwater Repairs. A written comment on RPTT and the midcycle carryover budget is also included.

• Presentation: 2026 Arts and Culture Annual Report
• Presentation: Proposed Limited Charter & RPTT
• Presentation: Industrial Health and Safety Program 2026 Annual Performance Review
• Presentation: Award of Construction Contract - Benicia Marina Breakwater Repairs
• Written comment: Gartrell on RPTT and Midcycle Carryover Budget (redacted)

City Council

The City Council will conduct the second public hearing on a proposed limited charter that would change Benicia to a charter city, and provide final direction on a proposed real property transfer tax (RPTT) for the November 3, 2026 ballot. The council will also consider awarding a $3,082,518 construction contract for the Benicia Marina Breakwater Repairs project, and receive an annual performance review of the Industrial Health and Safety Ordinance. A consent calendar item authorizes the Administrative Services Director to amend the FY2026/27 budget for carryover appropriations.

• Second public hearing on proposed limited charter city measure and real property transfer tax for November 2026 ballot
• Award construction contract for Benicia Marina Breakwater Repairs to Power Engineering Construction for $3,082,518
• Annual performance review of Industrial Health and Safety Ordinance
• Midcycle carryover budget delegated authority for fiscal year 2026/27
• Arts and Culture Commission report

Industrial Safety Citizen Oversight Commission Handouts

Industrial Safety Citizen Oversight Commission

The Industrial Safety Citizen Oversight Commission will receive the Annual Performance Review and Evaluation Report for the city's Industrial Health and Safety program and discuss possible amendments to BMC Sections 8.55.090 and 8.55.220. The meeting also includes a presentation on Benicia's public outreach methods, a vote on the April 15 minutes, and public comment on any agenda items.

• Receive and discuss the Annual Performance Review and Evaluation Report for the Industrial Health and Safety program
• Consider proposed amendments to BMC Section 8.55.090
• Consider proposed amendments to BMC Section 8.55.220
• Presentation by Fire Chief Josh Chadwick on current public outreach methods
• Vote on the minutes from the April 15, 2026 meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a construction contract for citywide pavement rehabilitation and updating the city's master fee schedule. The body will also review several mayoral appointments to city commissions and boards.

• Award of 2026 Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Project contract to Team Ghilotti, Inc. for $5,283,795
• Public hearings for updates to the Benicia Master Fee Schedule and Fire Department fee amendments
• Agreement with Karla's Janitorial & Suppliers, LLC for citywide custodial services
• Three-year renewal agreement with OpenGov, Inc. for permitting and licensing software
• Resolution supporting Senate Bill 1087, Sustainable Communities Strategy Modernization Act

Planning Commission Handout Packet

The Planning Commission is reviewing a request to vacate a portion of East N Street to allow for accessory dwelling units. The body is also considering zoning amendments to permit indoor commercial recreation in limited industrial zones and outdoor food service in mixed-use infill zones.

• Request by JN Properties CA, LLC to vacate ~250 square feet of right-of-way at 650 East N Street
• Proposed zoning amendment to allow indoor commercial recreation (sports training, archery, shooting galleries) in the Limited Industrial Zone
• Proposed zoning amendment to allow outdoor food service ancillary to restaurants in the Mixed-Use Infill Zone
• General Plan consistency determination for the 650 East N Street project
• Public hearing and recommendation for Benicia Municipal Code amendments

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed code amendments to allow indoor commercial recreation in industrial zones and outdoor food service in the Mixed-Use Infill district. The Commission will also consider a right-of-way vacation at 650 East N Street and adopt the two-year Capital Improvement Program for FY 25/26-26/27. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes from April 9, 2026.

• Public hearing on code amendments to clarify regulations for indoor commercial recreation in Industrial Zoning Districts and outdoor food service in Mixed-Use Infill Zoning District
• Right-of-way vacation at 650 East N Street, recommended for approval as consistent with General Plan
• Adoption of resolution deeming FY 25/26-26/27 Capital Improvement Program consistent with General Plan
• Approval of April 9, 2026 Planning Commission minutes (consent calendar)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review a recommendation to appoint a new Poet Laureate. The meeting also includes reports on library financials, literacy programs, and facilities.

• Proposed appointment of David Hakim as Poet Laureate
• Review of April 2026 financial reports
• Update on the transition of adult literacy services to a partnership with Solano County Library
• Vote on minutes from the May 4, 2026 meeting

City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments

The Benicia City Council will review three presentations: a workshop on values of inclusion and equity, a study on business license taxes, and the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan. Written public comments were also received.

• Presentation on VIBE: Values Inclusion Belonging Equity
• Presentation on Business License Tax Study
• Presentation on 2025 Benicia UWMP City Council
• Written public comments received
• Public participation and meeting procedures

City Council

The City Council will discuss selecting a preferred business license tax model and direct staff to prepare a potential ballot measure. Other major items include releasing $1.5 million from pension reserves, adopting the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan, and approving a $1.6 million solar maintenance contract. Consent items include a $58,464 extension for security services at the Lopes Road bypass.

• Business License Tax Modernization – selection of preferred model and direction to prepare ordinance and ballot measure
• Release of $1,547,858 from pension designation for contributions to Section 115 Trust
• Public hearing and adoption of 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan
• Approval of agreement with Opterra Energy Services, LLC for solar maintenance, repairs and upgrades (not to exceed $1,603,200 for five years)
• Consent: Third Amendment with Anvil Security Services for Lopes Road bypass security – $58,464 for 12 additional weeks

Economic Development Board Meeting - CANCELED

The regular Economic Development Board meeting scheduled for May 27, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. The next regular meeting is set for Wednesday, July 22, 2026.

Local Tax Oversight Board

The Local Tax Oversight Board will meet to review and discuss local tax revenue data from the fourth quarter of 2025. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the February 26, 2026 meeting.

• Review of local tax revenue as of December 31, 2025
• Approval of February 26, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Review of sales tax reports for Measure C, B, and F

City Council - CANCELED

The May 26, 2026 regular City Council meeting has been canceled. No items were scheduled for discussion or decision. The next regular meeting is June 2, 2026.

• Regular City Council meeting canceled

City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments

This meeting consists of handouts, PowerPoint presentations, and written public comments. The Council will receive updates on a franchise agreement, a proposed limited charter and direction on the structure of a Real Property Transfer Tax (RPTT), the REPAIR (Reinvesting Penalties for Air Improvement and Resilience) Opportunity Grant, and the FY 2025-26 Q3 Budget. Written public comments have been submitted by residents on topics including property sales tax, alcohol/tobacco retail, Flock surveillance, and the charter/RPTT. No formal decisions are scheduled.

• Presentation - Franchise Agreement Update
• Presentation - Proposed Limited Charter and Direction on the Structure of RPTT
• Presentation - REPAIR (Reinvesting Penalties for Air Improvement and Resilience) Opportunity Grant
• Presentation - FY 2025-26 Q3 Budget Report
• Written public comments from Gartrell, Hayer, Horton, and Moser

City Council

The Benicia City Council will hold the first of two public hearings on a proposed limited charter city measure and a real property transfer tax, both intended for the November 3, 2026 ballot. The council will also consider authorizing submission of up to $5 million in Bay Area Air District REPAIR grant applications, approving several contracts and budget amendments, and discussing regulations on alcohol and tobacco retail.

• Public hearing on proposed limited charter city status and real property transfer tax (RPTT) for November 2026 ballot
• Authorization to submit $5 million Bay Area Air District REPAIR Opportunity Grant and serve as co-applicant for community partners
• Direction on whether to fly Rainbow Pride Flag and Juneteenth Liberation Flag in June 2026
• Approval of fourth amendment to Stantec master agreement, increasing not-to-exceed amount from $450,000 to $633,000
• Approval of Task Order No. 2 with Consor North America for construction management services on 2026 Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Project ($325,656.72)

City Council Special Closed Session

The City Council will meet in a special closed session to discuss labor negotiations and a public employee performance evaluation. The session includes representatives from various city employee associations and the City Manager.

• Conference with labor negotiators for multiple employee associations, including police, fire, and dispatchers
• Performance evaluation of the City Manager

Industrial Safety Citizen Oversight Commission Handouts

The Industrial Safety Citizen Oversight Commission is meeting to receive handout materials including PowerPoint presentations on a vape recycling program by NetZero360 and the Benicia Community Air Monitoring Program, as well as written public comments. The agenda consists of information items and public comment, with no proposed decisions or votes.

• NetZero360 Sustainable Waste Solutions presentation on Vape Recycling and Collection Program
• Benicia Community Air Monitoring Program presentation
• Written public comments received

City Council

The Benicia City Council will consider a disposition and development agreement for a senior affordable housing project at the Senior Center site (187 East L Street) and an adjacent vacant parcel. Other business includes approving a list of streets for the 2027 Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Project funded by Measure F and SB 1, accepting the annual financial report, and approving a water transfer agreement. The consent calendar includes a budget amendment for $76,144 in grant-funded fire extrication tools and updates to salary schedules and conflict of interest rules.

• Disposition and Development Agreement for Benicia Senior Affordable Housing at 187 East L Street and northeast corner of East 4th and East L Streets
• Approval of 2026 State Water Project water transfer letter for sale of excess untreated water supply
• Budget amendment to increase Fire Department appropriations by $76,144 for grant-funded Holmatro extrication tools
• Approval of list of streets for 2027 Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Project using Measure F and SB 1 funding
• Acceptance of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2025

City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments

This meeting consists of presentations and written public comments. Items include the annual comprehensive financial report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, a 2027 citywide pavement rehabilitation project streets list, and a Benicia senior affordable housing presentation. No formal decisions are scheduled; the council is receiving information.

• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2025 (CLA audit presentation and city presentation)
• 2027 Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Project streets list
• Benicia Senior Affordable Housing presentation

Board of Library Trustees

The Benicia Board of Library Trustees will convene to review the minutes from the April 6, 2026 meeting and receive monthly reports from the President, City Librarian, and various liaisons.

• Review and vote on April 6, 2026 meeting minutes
• Report from President Hickey
• Report from City Librarian
• Reports from Board Liaisons
• Report on Volunteers and Outreach for 2025

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will hold a continued public hearing on a parcel map application to subdivide a 0.57-acre lot at 1112 East Sixth Street and 607-623 East K Street into two parcels. No new development is proposed; the existing apartment buildings would remain. The item was continued from the April 7, 2026 hearing.

• Parcel map to create two parcels from a 0.57-acre lot zoned Medium Density Residential (RM)
• Proposed Parcel A: 0.262 acres with existing eight-unit apartment at 1112 East Sixth Street
• Proposed Parcel B: 0.313 acres with two four-unit apartments at 607-623 East K Street
• Determination that the project is exempt from CEQA
• Recommended action: approval of parcel split (PLN-25-15)

City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments

The City Council is reviewing presentations regarding a business license tax study. The body is also discussing a proposed limited charter and real property transfer tax for the City of Benicia.

• Presentation on City of Benicia Business License Tax - Tax Study
• Presentation on Proposed Limited Charter & Real Property Transfer Tax

City Council

The City Council will discuss placing a limited city charter and a real property transfer tax on the November 2026 ballot. The meeting also includes an informational workshop regarding the modernization of business license taxes.

• Proposed limited city charter and real property transfer tax ballot measures for November 2026
• Informational workshop on Business License Tax Modernization
• Proclamation for Sexual Assault Awareness Month

City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments

This is an informational packet of handouts, PowerPoint presentations, and written public comments for the April 21, 2026 City Council meeting. Presentations cover Benicia City Park and the REPAIR Grants, which reinvest penalties for air improvement. A written public comment from Kolk regarding a CSC Summary Funding Report is included. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Presentation - Benicia City Park
• Presentation - REPAIR (Reinvesting Penalties for Air Improvement and Resilience) Grants Overview
• Written public comment: Kolk - CSC Summary Funding Report to Council 07/01/25-12/31/25

Community Sustainability Commission

The Community Sustainability Commission will receive presentations from local groups on community engagement for a Bay Area Air District Grant. Items include a caboose air quality portal from the Benicia Historical Society, a just transition program from Sustainable Solano, a performing arts center hub, a sustainable waste resilience hub from NetZero360, and an air monitoring program from BCAMP. No action items or votes are scheduled; the meeting is purely informational.

• Presentation from Benicia Historical Society on Caboose Air Quality Index Portal
• Presentation from Sustainable Solano on Just Transition Southern Solano
• Presentation from Benicia Performing Arts Foundation on Benicia Performing Arts Center as a community hub
• Presentation from NetZero360 on Benicia NetZero360 Sustainable Waste Resilience Hub
• Presentation from BCAMP on Benicia Community Air Monitoring Program

Community Services Commission Meeting - CANCELED

The May 13, 2026 regular Community Services Commission meeting has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 8, 2026.

City Council Special Closed Session

The Benicia City Council is holding a special closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding ongoing litigation in the case City of Benicia v. Diavitas (Solano County Superior Court Case No. FCS056113). No public decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is entirely procedural.

• Closed session to discuss existing litigation: City of Benicia v. Diavitas

City Council

The City Council will hear a presentation on the Bay Area Air District REPAIR Catalyst Grant and consider adopting a resolution to authorize the grant application. Consent calendar items include accepting the Valero Flow Meter Replacement Project as complete, awarding a $190,905 contract for the 2026 Citywide Curb Ramp Improvements Project, and approving a budget amendment for the Library Art Gallery. A closed session is scheduled for anticipated litigation.

• Award $190,905 construction contract to Sposeto Engineering, Inc. for 2026 Citywide Curb Ramp Improvements Project
• Accept Valero Flow Meter Replacement Project as complete and authorize Notice of Completion
• Approve budget amendment for Library Art Gallery expenses for FY 25/26 and FY 26/27
• Consider and possibly authorize submission of Bay Area Air District REPAIR Catalyst Grant Application
• Closed session on significant exposure to anticipated litigation (1 potential case)

Arts and Culture Commission Meeting - CANCELED

The Arts and Culture Commission meeting scheduled for May 7, 2026, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 3, 2026.

Industrial Safety Citizen Oversight Commission Special Meeting

The Industrial Safety Citizen Oversight Commission will hold a special meeting to receive informational presentations on a vape recycling and collection program from NetZero360 and an update on the Benicia Community Air Monitoring Program. The commission will also vote on approving minutes from the March 18, 2026 meeting. No other business or decisions are on the agenda.

• Presentation from NetZero360 on vape recycling and collection program
• Presentation from Benicia Community Air Monitoring Program (BCAMP) by Kathy Kerridge
• Approval of minutes from March 18, 2026 meeting
• Opportunity for public comment on non-agenda items

Planning Commission Handout Packet

The Planning Commission is considering a resolution to recommend approval of a Development and Disposition Agreement (DDA) for senior affordable housing. The project involves a private developer, Eden Housing, building at least 90 multifamily units for residents aged 55+ across two sites.

• Proposed 3-4 story building at the 'Scout Site' (Housing Element Site No. 1)
• Proposed 3 story buildings at the 'Senior Center Site' (Housing Element Site No. 13)
• Replacement of the existing Senior Center and creation of a new outdoor plaza called 'Promenade'
• Development of 100% affordable housing on 2.75 total acres of infill development
• Recommendation of the DDA for City Council consideration in May 2026

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a resolution recommending approval of a Disposition and Development Agreement for the Benicia Senior Affordable Housing project. The project involves two sites: the Senior Center site near 187 East L Street and the Scout Property at the northeast corner of East 4th and East L Streets. The Commission must find the disposition consistent with the General Plan.

• Disposition and Development Agreement for Benicia Senior Affordable Housing at Senior Center site (near 187 East L Street) and Scout Property (East 4th and East L Streets)
• Resolution recommending General Plan consistency finding for the affordable housing project
• Approval of minutes from February 12, 2026 meeting

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a parcel map application to subdivide a 0.57-acre lot into two parcels. The property, zoned Medium Density Residential, contains existing apartment buildings at 1112 East Sixth Street and 607-623 East K Street. No new development or change of use is proposed. The recommendation is to approve the split and find the project exempt from CEQA.

• Parcel map application to create two parcels from a 0.57-acre lot
• Proposed Parcel A (0.251 acres) with an eight-unit apartment at 1112 East Sixth Street
• Proposed Parcel B (0.323 acres) with two four-unit apartments at 607-623 East K Street
• Recommended CEQA exemption for the subdivision
• No development or change in use proposed

City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments

The Benicia City Council agenda includes a presentation on the Port of Benicia Facilities and Infrastructure Modernization Plan, Task 3 and Task 4, along with written public comments.

• Presentation: Port of Benicia Facilities and Infrastructure Modernization Plan Task 3 and Task 4
• Written public comments received prior to 2:00 pm
• Public participation details and meeting procedures
• Meeting held on April 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM
• City Council contact information provided

City Council

The Benicia City Council will consider several project completions and contractual approvals, including the acceptance of the Industrial Way sewer replacement and the I‑80/Watt Court water line repair. A resolution will approve a $1,603,200 agreement with Opterra Energy Services for solar preventative maintenance, repairs and upgrades. Additional items include adopting new finance department salary schedules, authorizing a public‑safety communications licensing agreement with Solano County, and reviewing the police department’s annual military equipment report.

• Accept Industrial Way Sewer Replacement Project (Project No. 25‑05) as complete
• Accept I‑80/Watt Court Water Line Repair Project (Project No. 25‑09) as complete
• Approve $1,603,200 agreement with Opterra Energy Services for solar preventative maintenance, repairs and upgrades
• Adopt publicly available salary schedules and finance department position allocation change
• Authorize city manager to enter a public safety communications system licensing agreement with Solano County (fixed annual cost for an initial 5‑year term)

City Council Special Closed Session

The council is meeting in closed session to discuss labor negotiations with multiple employee associations, including police, fire, dispatchers, and other groups, and to confer with legal counsel on one potential case of anticipated litigation. No public decisions are made during the closed session, though any announcements will be made when the council reconvenes in open session.

• Conference with labor negotiators regarding Benicia Police Officers Association, Fire Fighters Association, Dispatchers Association, and other employee groups
• Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation – 1 potential case
• Public comment on closed session items accepted only in person

Board of Library Trustees

This is a procedural meeting with no action or discussion items on the agenda. The board will hear informational reports on circulation and collection development, monthly updates from the President and City Librarian, and liaison reports from affiliated committees. The only vote is to approve the March 2, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Circulation and Collection Development report by Amber Kelly
• Monthly report from Board President Hickey
• City Librarian's report including financials, Council items, and facilities updates
• Reports from liaisons: Art Gallery, Friends, Library Foundation, Poet Laureate, Historical Museum
• Approval of minutes from March 2, 2026 meeting

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will hear a presentation on a business license tax study. No decisions or action items are listed on the agenda; the meeting consists solely of this presentation and public comment.

• Business License Tax Study Presentation

Economic Development Board Meeting - CANCELED

The regular Economic Development Board meeting scheduled for January 28, 2026, has been canceled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Economic Development Board - CANCELED

This meeting was canceled and no actions were taken. The agenda included items on commercial/industrial vacancies, new business licenses, a tourism marketing update, election of vice chair, and a business license tax update.

• Tourism marketing update presentation by BC Design Haus
• Election of vice chair
• Business license tax update discussion
• Adoption of 2026 meeting calendar
• Draft minutes from August 27, 2025 special meeting

Historic Preservation Review Commission Meeting - CANCELED

The regular Historic Preservation Review Commission meeting scheduled for March 26, 2026, has been canceled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Historic Preservation Review Commission Meeting - CANCELED

The regular Historic Preservation Review Commission meeting scheduled for April 23, 2026, has been canceled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Economic Development Board

The Benicia Economic Development Board will receive updates on California Forever, tourism marketing, new business licenses, and commercial/industrial vacancies. It will review a Business License Tax Update and discuss whether to dissolve the Tourism Subcommittee. The board will also elect a Vice Chair before adjourning.

• California Forever presentation (2026)
• Tourism marketing update
• Business License Tax Update – receive presentation and provide feedback
• Consideration of dissolving Tourism Subcommittee
• Election of Vice Chair

Industrial Safety Citizen Oversight Commission Handouts

The Industrial Safety Citizen Oversight Commission is meeting to review handouts, including presentations on the Contra Costa Community Warning System and the Bay Area Air District's Local Community Benefits Fund. No formal action is scheduled.

• Bay Area Air District Local Community Benefits Fund presentation
• City of Benicia Air District Grant Application presentation
• Contra Costa Community Warning System overview
• Ad-Hoc Committee on Air Quality Monitoring report
• Industrial Safety Community Notifications report

Industrial Safety Citizen Oversight Commission

The Industrial Safety Citizen Oversight Commission will receive several presentations, including one from the Bay Area Air District on the Local Community Benefits Fund. It will also hear from the City of Benicia on a Bay Area Air District grant application, from Contra Costa County on a community warning system, and from the Ad‑Hoc Committee on Air Quality Monitoring. After the presentations, the commission will review and vote on the minutes from the December 17, 2025 meeting and discuss updates to its air‑quality monitoring program, industrial safety notifications, public education, and ordinance oversight.

• Receive presentation from Emi Wang (Community Investments Office, Bay Area Air District) on the Local Community Benefits Fund
• Receive presentation from Sarah Shawky (Deputy City Manager, City of Benicia) on the Bay Area Air District grant application
• Receive presentation from Tony Semenza (Executive Director, Contra Costa County Community Awareness & Emergency Response) on the Contra Costa Community Warning System
• Receive verbal presentation from the Ad‑Hoc Committee on Air Quality Monitoring
• Review and vote on minutes of the December 17, 2025 meeting

City Council Meeting - Canceled

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for March 24, 2026, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 7, 2026.

City Council

The Benicia City Council will accept the FY 2025/26 Midyear Budget Report and vote on related budget amendments. It will also accept the 2025 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report. Consent calendar items include contract amendments for the Military West Pedestrian Bridge Replacement project, citywide pavement rehabilitation, and the Lopes Road Pipeline cost-sharing agreement with Fairfield. The council will also consider a grant application for the Benicia Senior affordable housing development and confirm an appointment to a regional bicycle advisory committee.

• Adopt a resolution approving budget amendments for FY 2025/26 Midyear Budget Report
• Accept the 2025 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report
• Approve amendment to Task Order No. 1 with Consor North America for Military West Pedestrian Bridge Replacement and Barrier Removal Project
• Approve second amendment to Task Order No. 2 with Unico Engineering for FY 2025 Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation and Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Project
• Authorize grant application for Prohousing Incentive Program funds for Benicia Senior affordable housing development

City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments

The Benicia City Council will review presentations on the FY 2025-26 Midyear Budget Report, a strategic tourism roadmap, and the 2025 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report. A written public comment on youth sports field access and maintenance has been received.

• Presentation: FY 2025-26 Midyear Budget Report
• Presentation: Elevating Benicia Tourism - A Strategic Roadmap for Economic Growth
• Presentation: 2025 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report
• Public comment from Robinson on youth sports field access and maintenance

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a Use Permit application for a cannabis testing laboratory at 685 Stone Road, Units 9-10. The applicant seeks to add cannabis testing to an existing analytical lab. Staff recommends approval and a CEQA exemption. The decision is final unless challenged.

• Use Permit application for a cannabis testing laboratory at 685 Stone Road, Units 9-10
• Determination that project is exempt from CEQA
• Existing laboratory already operates for non-cannabis testing
• 2,000 square foot facility with dedicated entrance

Community Sustainability Commission

The Commission will receive presentations from the Bay Area Air District on a local community benefits fund and from city staff on Benicia's grant application approach. They will also consider adopting updated Rules of Procedure, review ongoing projects (Farmers Market, Earth Day table, etc.), and discuss an informational item on the end of the SB 270 reusable bag program.

• Presentation from Bay Area Air District on Local Community Benefits Fund Round 1 for Benicia
• Presentation on City's approach to the Bay Area Air District grant application
• Adoption of proposed 2026 Community Sustainability Commission Rules of Procedure
• Informational item: SB 270 Reusable Grocery Bag Program ended December 31, 2025
• Review of current webpage and discussion of enhancements

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will receive a presentation on the Fiestas Primavera event scheduled for March 28, 2026, at City Park. Commissioners will also debrief mid-year grant compliance presentations and hear reports from ad hoc committees. No major decisions or public hearings are on the agenda; the meeting is largely informational and procedural.

• Presentation by Mario Saucedo and Unidos on Fiestas Primavera at City Park on March 28, 2026
• Debrief of mid-year grant compliance presentations (Item 9.A)
• Ad hoc committee reports on updates and events (Item 9.B)
• Selection of a commissioner to speak during City Council public comment (Item 10.A)
• May 7, 2026 meeting cancelled; next regular meeting September 3, 2026

Planning Commission Meeting - CANCELED

The March 12, 2026 Regular Planning Commission meeting has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 9, 2026. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

• Meeting canceled; no items considered.

Community Services Commission

The Community Services Commission will hear mid-year compliance presentations from five community grant recipients, covering use of funds from July 2025 to December 2026. The commission will also consider approving draft minutes from January 14, 2026. No new funding decisions or rezonings are on the agenda.

• Carquinez Village community grant mid-year compliance presentation
• Food is Free Solano community grant mid-year compliance presentation
• Community Action Council community grant mid-year compliance presentation
• St. Vincent de Paul Society community grant mid-year compliance presentation
• Families in Transition community grant mid-year compliance presentation

City Council

The Benicia City Council will hold a closed‑session portion of its March 17 meeting. Council members will meet with labor negotiators and with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation. No actions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion only. The meeting will reconvene in open session afterward.

• Conference with labor negotiators (closed session)
• Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (closed session)
• Public comment on closed‑session items (in‑person only)

City Council

The City Council will consider several consent calendar items, including a $477,195 contract with Black & Veatch for a wastewater treatment plant nutrient removal study, the purchase of two police traffic enforcement vehicles, and renewal of a MOU for the Coordinated Entry System. The council will also adopt an updated investment policy and receive a quarterly investment report. Closed session includes discussion of existing litigation and one anticipated case.

• Approval of $477,195 contract with Black & Veatch for Wastewater Treatment Plant Nutrient Removal Alternatives Evaluation
• Purchase and outfitting of two police traffic enforcement vehicles (cost not specified in agenda)
• Approval of MOU with CAP Solano JPA for Coordinated Entry System (2025-2028) with 3% annual cost adjustment
• Adoption of updated Investment Policy
• Closed session: City of Benicia v. Pacifica Pizza Inc. (Solano County Superior Court Case No. CU25-09206)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will receive reports on youth services and public internet computers. The meeting includes monthly updates from the Board President and City Librarian, as well as a vote on the February 2, 2026, meeting minutes.

• Youth Services Report by Amber Kelly and Melena Tanner
• Public Internet Computers report by Amber Kelly
• City Librarian report covering financials, staffing, and policy
• Vote on February 2, 2026 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Review Commission Handout Packet

The Historic Preservation Review Commission meeting packet contains procedural information and a call for applications for several city boards and commissions. Applications are being accepted from February 2, 2026, through March 20, 2026.

• Applications open for Historic Preservation Review Commission (2 full terms, 1 partial term)
• Applications open for Planning Commission (2 full terms)
• Applications open for Arts and Culture Commission (2 full terms)
• Applications open for Community Sustainability Commission (2 full terms, 1 student term)
• Applications open for Housing Authority Board (2 tenant terms)

Planning Commission - CANCELED

The January 15, 2026 regular Planning Commission meeting has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 12, 2026.

Local Tax Oversight Board

The Local Tax Oversight Board will consider adopting the 2026 Rules and Procedures. The board will also review and discuss local tax revenue as of September 30, 2025.

• Adoption of the 2026 Local Tax Oversight Board Rules and Procedures
• Review of local tax revenue as of September 30, 2025
• Review of Measure B, Measure C, and Measure F reports
• Approval of November 20, 2025 meeting minutes

Planning Commission - CANCELED

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 11, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 15, 2026.

Historic Preservation Review Commission

The Historic Preservation Review Commission will review the 2024‑2025 Certified Local Government Annual Report before submitting it to the California Office of Historic Preservation. Commissioners will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair, with the new officers taking effect at the March 26, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes adoption of the agenda, approval of prior minutes, and a public comment period for items not on the agenda.

• Review of the 2024‑2025 Certified Local Government Annual Report (recommended action: review prior to submittal)
• Election of a Chair and Vice Chair (effective March 26, 2026)
• Approval of minutes from February 27, 2025
• Adoption of the meeting agenda
• Public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker)

Historic Preservation Review Commission - CANCELED

The December 18, 2025 regular meeting of the Benicia Historic Preservation Review Commission has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 22, 2026. No business was conducted or discussed.

• Meeting canceled – no items considered

Historic Preservation Review Commission - CANCELED

The Historic Preservation Review Commission meeting scheduled for November 20, 2025, at Benicia City Hall has been canceled. The next regular meeting is set for December 18, 2025.

• Canceled meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for December 18, 2025

Historic Preservation Review Commission - CANCELED

The regular Historic Preservation Review Commission meeting scheduled for January 22, 2026, has been canceled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Arts and Culture Commission Special Meeting

The commission will hear mid-year compliance presentations from four grant recipients: Benicia Literacy Arts Community, Benicia Ballet Theater, VOENA, and Museum of History Benicia. Each grantee will summarize use of funds from July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2026, and commissioners may ask questions. No action or votes are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational.

• Benicia Literacy Arts Community Community Grant Mid-Year Compliance Presentation
• Benicia Ballet Theater Community Grant Mid-Year Compliance Presentation
• VOENA Community Grant Mid-Year Compliance Presentation
• Museum of History Benicia Community Grant Mid-Year Compliance Presentation

Arts and Culture Commission Special Meeting

The Arts and Culture Commission will hear mid-year compliance presentations from four grantee organizations: Arts Benicia, Benicia Performing Arts Foundation, Benicia Old Town Theatre Group, and Benicia Makerspace. Each grantee will summarize use of grant funds from July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2026. Commissioners may ask questions after each presentation.

• Arts Benicia Community Grant mid-year compliance presentation
• Benicia Performing Arts Foundation Community Grant mid-year compliance presentation
• Benicia Old Town Theatre Group Community Grant mid-year compliance presentation
• Benicia Makerspace Community Grant mid-year compliance presentation

Planning Commission Handout Packet

The Planning Commission will review and comment on the 2025 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report, which details the city's progress on goals including the Valero refinery closure impact, infrastructure projects, and housing actions. The commission will recommend that the City Council accept the report and transmit it to state agencies.

• Valero Refinery closure impact: $10.7 million annual direct loss to city
• Permanent Local Housing Allocation awards: $88,637 (2023 final) and $149,776 disbursed for Casa de Vilarrasa rehabilitation
• $750,000 ABAG/MTC grant for Port of Benicia Facilities and Infrastructure Modernization Plan
• Southampton maximum density increase to 15 dwelling units per acre
• Three surplus City-owned sites (Senior Center, Fire Museum, Scout Property) made available for affordable housing development

City Council

The Benicia City Council will hold Part 1 of its annual goal-setting workshop to discuss priorities for the next fiscal year. They will also receive a project update on the Eastern Gateway Infrastructure Master Plan and Circulation Element. The consent calendar includes approval of amendments to six on-call master professional agreements for engineering services, increasing payment limits and extending end dates.

• Annual Goal Setting Workshop - Part 1 to set priorities for FY 2025-26
• Project update on Eastern Gateway Infrastructure Master Plan and Circulation Element
• Approval of amendments to six on-call Master Professional Agreements for engineering, construction management, and materials testing
• Approval of February 3, 2026 special and regular meeting minutes
• Mayor's office hours announced for first and third Mondays

City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments

The Benicia City Council will view two PowerPoint presentations: the Eastern Gateway Infrastructure Master Plan and the Goal Setting Workshop 2026 Day 1. Written public comments, including a submission from Hanson on the Eastern Gateway zoning proposal, will be accepted. No council actions or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• PowerPoint presentation – Eastern Gateway Infrastructure Master Plan
• PowerPoint presentation – Goal Setting Workshop 2026 – Day 1
• Written public comment – Hanson – Eastern Gateway Zoning and Proposal

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review and comment on the 2025 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report, which tracks implementation of General Plan goals and housing element progress. The Commission will recommend that the City Council accept the report and transmit it to state agencies. The consent calendar includes approval of the November 2025 meeting minutes and the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Review and comment on 2025 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report
• Approval of minutes from November 13, 2025
• Adoption of 2026 meeting schedule

City Council Goal Setting Workshop

The City Council is conducting a special workshop to discuss future goals and planning. Presentations will cover the city's response to the Valero closure, land use, and economic diversification.

• City's response to Valero closure
• Land use and development presentation
• Economic diversification discussion
• Bay Area Air District grant concepts
• Proposed 2026 ballot measures

State of the City

This is a special meeting for the State of the City presentation. No other business or decisions are on the agenda; the meeting consists of call to order, public comment, and the presentation.

• State of the City presentation by Mayor and City Council

City Council Special Closed Session

The Benicia City Council will convene a special closed session on February 10, 2026 to confer with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation, with one potential case cited. No public action or decisions are scheduled; the session is solely for confidential legal discussion.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (1 potential case)

City Council

The council will consider a resolution to end the emergency procurement process for the I‑80/Watt Court water line repair. A presentation on the five‑year water and wastewater utility rate study will be given, but no action is requested. The meeting also includes routine consent‑calendar items and public comment periods.

• Resolution terminating emergency procurement for the I‑80/Watt Court water line repair
• Utility rate study update – presentation on next five‑year water and wastewater rate study (no action requested)
• Consent calendar items: approval of January 20 minutes and waiver of ordinance readings

City Council Special Closed Session

The Benicia City Council will hold a closed‑session meeting on February 3, 2026. After public comment on closed‑session items, the council will convene a conference with legal counsel to address an anticipated litigation matter involving one potential case. No final decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation (potential case)
• Public comment on closed‑session items (in‑person only)
• Adjournment to open session

City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments

The Benicia City Council meeting on February 3, 2026, consists primarily of procedural items and a single PowerPoint presentation titled 'Utility Rate Update.' No other decisions or discussions are listed in the agenda.

• PowerPoint presentation on utility rate update

Board of Library Trustees

The Benicia Board of Library Trustees will adopt its agenda and hear several reports, including a financial update and a literacy report. Trustees will review and vote on the December meeting minutes, discuss the Rules and Procedures for 2026, and elect a president, vice president, and secretary for the year. Additional actions include voting on Ms. Wendy Buresh’s appointment to the Art Gallery Committee, a Brown Act discussion, and a poet laureate discussion and vote.

• Vote on the minutes from the December meeting
• Discuss and vote on the Rules and Procedures for 2026
• Election of President and Vice President for 2026
• Election of Secretary for 2026
• Vote on acceptance of Ms. Wendy Buresh to the Art Gallery Committee

Community Sustainability Commission

The Community Sustainability Commission will receive updates on the Valero refinery and the Solano Bayshore Resiliency Project. Members will discuss ongoing projects including the Farmers Market, bike lane access, and the city's sustainability webpage.

• Presentation on Solano Bayshore Resiliency Project and Sea Level Rise
• Update on Bay Area Air District Local Community Benefits Fund and Valero refinery
• Discussion on decreasing use of disposables in City businesses
• Review of the city sustainability webpage for enhancements
• Informational item on the end of the SB 270 Reusable Grocery Bag Program

City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments

This document contains supplemental handouts and public comments for the January 20, 2026, meeting. The Council is reviewing a resolution for a second amendment to an agreement with Beauchaine Consulting Group.

• Resolution for Second Amendment to Agreement with Beauchaine Consulting Group
• Written public comment from Horton regarding Flock
• Written public comment from Richard regarding encampment cleanups

City Council Regular and Special Closed Session

The Benicia City Council will adopt the agenda and consider items on the Consent Calendar. Decisions include an amendment to the Tyler Technologies contract with an increased annual fee of $11,371, and authorizing the Solano Transportation Authority to seek $80,000 of TDA funds for the city’s Lyft program. The council will also approve a second amendment to the Beauchaine Consulting Group professional services agreement for $81,000 and continue the emergency procurement declaration for the I‑80/Watt Court water line repair.

• Amendment to agreement with Tyler Technologies – increased annual fee $11,371
• Authorization for Solano Transportation Authority to apply for $80,000 TDA funds for Benicia Lyft program
• Second amendment to professional services agreement with Beauchaine Consulting Group – $81,000 (total not to exceed $180,000)
• Continuation of emergency procurement declaration for I‑80/Watt Court water line repair
• Certification of appointment for retired annuitant Kimberly Imboden as Interim Human Resources Manager

Community Services Commission

The Community Services Commission will elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for 2026, and adopt updated rules of procedure. Commissioners will also review a library services update and a 2025 accomplishments report from the Community Resource Center. The meeting includes appointment of ad hoc committee assignments.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for one-year term (Jan-Dec 2026)
• Election of Secretary for one-year term (Jan-Dec 2026)
• Adoption of proposed 2026 Community Services Commission Rules of Procedure
• Discussion and appointments for ad hoc committee assignments
• Benicia Public Library staff presentation on community programs and services

Arts and Culture Commission Special Meeting

The Benicia Arts and Culture Commission will hold a special meeting to organize for 2026. Items include electing a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary, adopting the 2026 meeting calendar and rules of procedure, and forming ad hoc committees. Commissioners will also receive an update on art maintenance contracts.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for one-year term (January–December 2026)
• Election of Secretary for one-year term
• Adoption of proposed 2026 Arts & Culture Commission Rules and Procedures
• Approval of 2026 meeting calendar
• Art maintenance contracts update