Hercules, CA
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HerculesCA averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $743,984 -2.5% yr/yr · -0.8% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2016–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
🗳️ Election results (3 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council 2024-11-05
Alex Walker-Griffin ✓ 7,286 · Dilli Bhattarai ✓ 7,038 · Tiffany Grimsley ✓ 6,890 · Kofi Opong-Mensah 3,538
City Council 2022-11-08
Dion Bailey ✓ 5,784 · Chris Kelley ✓ 4,246 · Pamela Vargas 2,181 · William "Bill" Henderson 1,476
City Council 2020-11-03
Alexander Walker-Griffin ✓ 6,172 · Dan Romero ✓ 5,824 · Tiffany Grimsley ✓ 5,500 · Irina Galieva 5,071 · Gerard Boulanger 4,961 · Celsa Taraya 4,394
🗳️ Ballot measures (1)
Propositions decided directly by voters.
Measure N
2022-11-08 · Passed — 5,882 yes / 2,613 no
Recent meetings
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to decide on 187-sq-ft addition at 211 Montego Drive
The Hercules Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider Design Review Permit #26-02 for a 187-square-foot second-story addition to a single-family home at 211 Montego Drive. The project would expand two bedrooms and add one bathroom in the Residential Single-Family Low Density (RS-L) zoning district. The commission is expected to vote on a resolution to approve the permit. The agenda also includes approval of the August 3, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Design Review Permit #26-02 for 211 Montego Drive addition
- 187-square-foot second-story addition to expand two bedrooms and add one bathroom
- Resolution to approve Design Review Permit 26-02
- Consent calendar: approval of August 3, 2026 meeting minutes
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And those in Spain. Jason, the eclipse. Please. Recording in progress. To get started. Open the meeting and good evening. It is AUGUST 17, 2026, 07:00pm. I will now call the regular planning commission meeting to order. This meeting is being televised. Zoom video conference platform. It's meant police conduct. The roll call. Commissioner, a go. Minutes present Commissioner Moore said resident vice-chair most Walker. Chair will be a PRESIDENT. Thank Present. Thank you. We'll move on to the Pledge of Allegiance please rise and will commissioner is this a goalie lead us with the the pledge? I'm going to to the flag, the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands. One nation under GOD, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. That's the public communications persons wishing to address the planning Commission on any subject, not on the agenda MAY do so. Now, please know. However, the commission is not able to undertake discussions or actions tonight on items, not on the agenda. It was MAY be referred to staff are appropriate action which MAY include placement on the next available agenda. Public comments will be limited to 3 minutes per Speaker. 4 members of the public attending the virtual zoom meeting that wish to make a comment. Please use the raise hand feature star 9 if connecting via phone audio. Only. When it is your turn to speak. Staff will bring you into the meeting so that you MAY provide your comments or concerns. Public comments are also ac …
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Monday, August 17, 2026
7:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Planning Commission
Chair Hector Rubio
Vice Chair Carol Most- Walker
Commissioner Kenneth Morrison
Commissioner Sylvia Jimenez
Commissioner Dennis Esselsagoe
Meeting Agenda
In-Person in Council Chambers or
Zoom ID: 841 4921 9849
Zoom Passcode: 643352
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
August 17, 2026
Planning Commission
Meeting Agenda
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us.
I. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - 7:00 P.M.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
1.
26-208
Meeting Minutes: August 3, 2026
Planning Commission Minutes: August 3, 2026
Attachments:
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1.
26-209
Design Review Permit (DRP) #26-02 for a 187-square-foot
second-story addition to the existing 211 Montego Drive single-family
residence, to expand two (2) existing bedrooms and add one (1) new
bathroom, within the Residential Single-Family Low Density (RS-L)
Zoning District
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission:
1.
Request planning staff present the staff report;
2.
Open the public hearing;
3.
Invite the applicant to make a presentation or statement;
4.
Receive comments from the public;
5.
Offer the applicant or their consultant team the opportunity to
answer questions;
6.
Close the public hearing; and
7.
Adopt a resolution approving Design Review Permit 26-02
Staff Report
Attach 1 - Resolution
Attach 2 - Conditions of A …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Community and Library Services Commission
Hercules Community and Library Services Commission meeting cancelled
The August 10, 2026 meeting of the Community and Library Services Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2026. No agenda items were discussed.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting: September 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers
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Community and Library Services Commission
City of Hercules
Meeting Agenda
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Chair D. Yamamoto
Vice Chair Kaitlyn Azevedo
Commissioner Han Chen
Commissioner Wylendia Eastman
Student Commissioner Sofia Seiden
7:00 PM
Monday, August 10, 2026
THE COMMUNITY AND LIBRARY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDULED FOR
AUGUST 10, 2026 HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
The next Regular Meeting of the Commission will be held on Monday, September 14, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
in the Council Chambers.
Agendas are posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) or Section 54956.
Members of the public can view electronic agendas and staff reports from the City's website at
www.ci.hercules.ca.us and can receive e-mail notification of agenda postings by signing up to receive
an e-notice from the City's website. Agendas and staff reports may also be obtained by contacting the
City Clerk's Office at (510) 799-8200.
Posted: August 6, 2026
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City of Hercules
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider Dollar Tree retail store at 1560 Sycamore Avenue
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Conditional Use Permit for a general retail store. Staff recommends approving the operation of a Dollar Tree at 1560 Sycamore Avenue.
- Conditional Use Permit (CUP 26-02) for a Dollar Tree retail store at 1560 Sycamore Avenue
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2026. At 07:00pm. I will now call the regular planning commission meeting to order. Do it all over again. Sorry. Recording in progress. Good evening. It is Monday, AUGUST 3rd, 2026 at 07:00pm. I will now call the regular planning commission meeting to order. This meeting is being televised via zoom video conference platform. Mismatch in poor. Please conduct the roll call. Chair Rubio. Vice chair most Walker. Commissioner Morrison present. Commissioner Humana Inc. Is that commissioner a psycho as it. Chair will be used it. You will now have the Pledge of Allegiance. Commission that so Sago, would you please lead the Pledge of We will now have the public communication. Persons wishing to address the planning Commission on any subject, not on the agenda MAY do so. Now. Please note, however, the commission is not able to undertake discussion or action tonight on items, not on the agenda. Items MAY be referred to staff for appropriate action, which MAY include placement on the next available agenda. Public comments will be limited to 3 minutes per For members of the public attending the virtual zoom meeting. That was to make a comment any item. Please use the raise hand feature or dialing star 9 if connecting via phone audio. Only. After you have indicated you wish to make a comment when it is your turn to speak. Staff will bring you into the meeting so that you MAY provide a comment or concern. Public comments are also accepted by email 2 s Matt and poor at Hercules c a dot Gov p …
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Monday, August 3, 2026
7:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Planning Commission
Chair Hector Rubio
Vice Chair Carol Most- Walker
Commissioner Kenneth Morrison
Commissioner Sylvia Jimenez
Commissioner Dennis Esselsagoe
Meeting Agenda
In-Person in Council Chambers or
Zoom ID: 852 5094 6412
Zoom Passcode: 134311
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
August 3, 2026Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us.
I. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - 7:00 P.M.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
1. 26-204 Meeting Minutes: July 20, 2026
Planning Commission Minutes: July 20, 2026Attachments:
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 26-205 Conditional Use Permit (CUP 26-02) for a Retail Store at 1560
Sycamore Avenue
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission open the continued public
hearing, ask questions of staff or the applicant team, receive comments
from the public and interested parties, find that the project is categorically
exempt from CEQA review pursuant to Class 1 (Existing Facilities),
California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Section 15301, and approve
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 26-02, authorizing the operation of a general
retail store (Dollar Tree) at 1560 Sycamore Avenue, as proposed and
modified by the Conditions of Approval (Attachment 3).
Staff Report
Attach 1 - Resolution
Attach 2 - Planning Commission Staff Report - July 20 …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 5:30 PM
City Council
Council meets in closed session
The Hercules City Council is meeting in a special closed session to discuss public employment regarding the City Manager. The meeting is primarily procedural, with no major public decisions scheduled. The council will also consider any requests from members to participate remotely due to just cause or emergency circumstances.
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📹 From the video · 51m
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2026. At 07:00pm. I will now call the regular planning commission meeting to order. Do it all over again. Sorry. Recording in progress. Good evening. It is Monday, AUGUST 3rd, 2026 at 07:00pm. I will now call the regular planning commission meeting to order. This meeting is being televised via zoom video conference platform. Mismatch in poor. Please conduct the roll call. Chair Rubio. Vice chair most Walker. Commissioner Morrison present. Commissioner Humana Inc. Is that commissioner a psycho as it. Chair will be used it. You will now have the Pledge of Allegiance. Commission that so Sago, would you please lead the Pledge of We will now have the public communication. Persons wishing to address the planning Commission on any subject, not on the agenda MAY do so. Now. Please note, however, the commission is not able to undertake discussion or action tonight on items, not on the agenda. Items MAY be referred to staff for appropriate action, which MAY include placement on the next available agenda. Public comments will be limited to 3 minutes per For members of the public attending the virtual zoom meeting. That was to make a comment any item. Please use the raise hand feature or dialing star 9 if connecting via phone audio. Only. After you have indicated you wish to make a comment when it is your turn to speak. Staff will bring you into the meeting so that you MAY provide a comment or concern. Public comments are also accepted by email 2 s Matt and poor at Hercules c a dot Gov p …
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Monday, August 3, 2026
5:30 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
City Council
Mayor Chris Kelley
Vice Mayor Alex Walker-Griffin
Council Member Dilli Bhattarai
Council Member Tiffany Grimsley
Council Member Dion Bailey
Patrick Tang, Interim City Manager
Christie Crowl, City Attorney
Eibleis Melendez, City Clerk
Meeting Agenda
SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION
In-Person in Council Chambers or Via Zoom:
Zoom ID: 837 1195 5351 Zoom Passcode: 746525
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
August 3, 2026City Council Meeting Agenda
See last pages of agenda for information regarding meeting procedures
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go to the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us
I. SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION – CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - 5:30 P.M.
A. CONSIDER AND TAKE ACTION ON ANY REQUEST FROM A COUNCIL MEMBER TO
PARTICIPATE IN A MEETING REMOTELY DUE TO JUST CAUSE OR EMERGENCY
CIRCUMSTANCES PURSUANT TO AB 2449
II. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
III. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION
The Hercules City Council will meet in Closed Session regarding the following:
1. 26-206 Pursuant to Government Code section 54957: Public Employment
(City Manager)
V. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
XVI. ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 7:00p.m. in
the Council Chambers.
Agendas are posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) or Section 54956.
Members of the public can view electro …
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Fri Jul 31, 2026 · 9:30 AM
City Council
City Council to meet in closed session regarding City Manager
The City Council is convening for a special closed session. The body will discuss and take action on a public employment matter concerning the City Manager.
- Closed session item 26-203: Public Employment (City Manager)
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Friday, July 31, 2026
9:30 AM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
City Council
Mayor Chris Kelley
Vice Mayor Alex Walker-Griffin
Council Member Dilli Bhattarai
Council Member Tiffany Grimsley
Council Member Dion Bailey
Patrick Tang, Interim City Manager
Christie Crowl, City Attorney
Eibleis Melendez, City Clerk
Meeting Agenda
SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION
In-Person in Council Chambers or Via Zoom:
Zoom ID: 870 2954 8846 Zoom Passcode: 820769
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
July 31, 2026City Council Meeting Agenda
See last pages of agenda for information regarding meeting procedures
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go to the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us
I. SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION – CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL 9:30 AM
A. CONSIDER AND TAKE ACTION ON ANY REQUEST FROM A COUNCIL MEMBER TO
PARTICIPATE IN A MEETING REMOTELY DUE TO JUST CAUSE OR EMERGENCY
CIRCUMSTANCES PURSUANT TO AB 2449
II. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
III. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION
The Hercules City Council will meet in Closed Session regarding the following:
26-203 Pursuant to Government Code section 54957: Public Employment
(City Manager)
IV. ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 7:00p.m. in
the Council Chambers.
Agendas are posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) or Section 54956.
Members of the public can view electronic agendas and staff reports by accessing the City w …
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Wed Jul 29, 2026 · 9:00 AM
City Council
City Council to hold closed session regarding City Manager
The City Council will meet in a special closed session to discuss public employment regarding the City Manager. The meeting is primarily procedural and focused on this single closed-session item.
- Closed session regarding public employment of the City Manager (Item 26-202)
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Wednesday, July 29, 2026
9:00 AM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
City Council
Mayor Chris Kelley
Vice Mayor Alex Walker-Griffin
Council Member Dilli Bhattarai
Council Member Tiffany Grimsley
Council Member Dion Bailey
Patrick Tang, Interim City Manager
Christie Crowl, City Attorney
Eibleis Melendez, City Clerk
Meeting Agenda
SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION
In-Person in Council Chambers or Via Zoom:
Zoom ID: 819 5760 2591 Zoom Passcode: 928482
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
July 29, 2026City Council Meeting Agenda
See last pages of agenda for information regarding meeting procedures
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go to the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us
I. SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION – CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - 9 A.M.
A. CONSIDER AND TAKE ACTION ON ANY REQUEST FROM A COUNCIL MEMBER TO
PARTICIPATE IN A MEETING REMOTELY DUE TO JUST CAUSE OR EMERGENCY
CIRCUMSTANCES PURSUANT TO AB 2449
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
VI. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION
The Hercules City Council will meet in Closed Session regarding the following:
1. 26-202 Pursuant to Government Code section 54957: Public Employment
(City Manager)
XVI. ADJOURNMENT
The next Special Meeting of the City Council will be held on Friday, July 31, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in the
Council Chambers.
Agendas are posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) or Section 54956.
Members of the public can view electronic agendas and staff re …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council
City Council to discuss $5 million affordable housing funding award
The City Council is holding a special meeting to consider the allocation of Housing Asset Funding. The body will discuss directing staff to negotiate with one of three proposers for the award.
- Award of $5,000,000 in Housing Asset Funding for affordable housing development
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
6:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
City Council
Mayor Chris Kelley
Vice Mayor Alex Walker-Griffin
Council Member Dilli Bhattarai
Council Member Tiffany Grimsley
Council Member Dion Bailey
Patrick Tang, Interim City Manager
Christie Crowl, City Attorney
Eibleis Melendez, City Clerk
Meeting Agenda
SPECIAL MEETING
In-Person in Council Chambers or Via Zoom:
Zoom ID: 843 3928 4063 Zoom Passcode: 939253
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
July 28, 2026City Council Meeting Agenda
See last pages of agenda for information regarding meeting procedures
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go to the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us
I. SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION - NONE
II. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS - NONE
III. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION - NONE
IV. SPECIAL MEETING – CONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - ROLL CALL - 6:00 P.M.
V. A. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION-
NO CLOSED SESSION
B. CONSIDER AND TAKE ACTION ON ANY REQUEST FROM A COUNCIL MEMBER TO
PARTICIPATE IN A MEETING REMOTELY DUE TO JUST CAUSE OR EMERGENCY
CIRCUMSTANCES PURSUANT TO AB 2449
XIII. DISCUSSION AND/OR ACTION ITEMS
1. 26-192 Housing Asset Funding Award
RECOMMENDATION:
By minute action, direct staff to enter into negotiations with one of the three
proposers for the award of $5,000,000 in Housing Asset Funding to support
affordable housing development.
Staff Report
Attach 1 - RSG Evaluation Memo
Presentation
Attachments:
XVI. ADJOURNMENT
The nex …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-192 — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 7:00 PM
City Council
City Council considers calling for a November 2026 sales tax election
The City Council will discuss an urgency ordinance for a one cent Transaction and Use (Sales) Tax election. The body is also considering a permit for a Goodwill store and several city contracts and grants.
- Public hearing for a Goodwill Retail Store with drive-up donations at 1551 Sycamore Avenue
- Proposed one cent Transaction and Use (Sales) Tax election for November 2026
- Acceptance of a $126,000 grant from the California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program
- Professional service agreement with RSG for loan program administration not to exceed $87,950
- Contract amendment of $51,855 with BKF Engineers, Inc. for Refugio and Foxboro Park Improvements
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Kelly City Council today is Tuesday, JULY. 28, it is now 07:44pm. And I'm calling the meeting to order. Can we have the roll call, please. Good evening. Councilmember Grimsley councilmember better right? Isn't Councilmember Bailey, Vice Mayor Walker Griffin, PRESIDENT And Mayor Kelly as Thank you. Thank you. Vice Mayor, would you lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance? Can see United States America and to public for which it stands. One nation under GOD, indivisible and justice for all. Thank Do not have a moment of silence tonight, but we do have a presentation and this is a presentation from Caltrans on the I-80 westbound parking is l Zampa Bridge Deck replacement rehabilitation. So is someone presenting this? Yes, MADAM Mayor. Hello. Everyone. Every yes, we cam. All right. Good evening and thanks for allowing Caltrans to come before you tonight. My name is Bart Ney. I'm the office chief of Public Affairs for Caltrans here in the Bay Area. And my colleague Ferdinand Cicerone is the are on the project. Ferdinand, could you unmute just to make sure that we can hear you in case? Question comes. See him there. Thanks for men. Ok? So without further ado, Caltrans is here to speak with tonight about an upcoming construction project that has a significant impact, a regional We are going to be closing one of our iconic bridges, the Els Ample Memorial Bridge that handles westbound traffic on Interstate 80 to replace its debt. And if there's one thing to take away from this presentation …
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
7:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
City Council
Mayor Chris Kelley
Vice Mayor Alex Walker-Griffin
Council Member Dilli Bhattarai
Council Member Tiffany Grimsley
Council Member Dion Bailey
Patrick Tang, Interim City Manager
Christie Crowl, City Attorney
Eibleis Melendez, City Clerk
Meeting Agenda
REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 PM
(or immediately following Special Meeting)
In-Person in Council Chambers or Via Zoom:
ID: 843 3928 4063 Passcode: 939253 Audio: 1-669-900-6833
July 28, 2026City Council Meeting Agenda
See last pages of agenda for information regarding meeting procedures
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go to the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us
I. SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION – NONE
II. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - NONE
III. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION - NONE
IV. REGULAR MEETING – CONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - ROLL CALL - 7:00 P.M.
V. CONSIDER AND TAKE ACTION ON ANY REQUEST FROM A COUNCIL MEMBER TO
PARTICIPATE IN A MEETING REMOTELY DUE TO JUST CAUSE OR EMERGENCY
CIRCUMSTANCES PURSUANT TO AB 2449
VI. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
VII. MOMENT OF SILENCE
VIII. INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS/COMMISSION REPORTS
1. 26-185 Presentation - Caltrans: I-80 Westbound Carquinez (Al Zampa)
Bridge Deck Rehabilitation
PresentationAttachments:
IX. AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
X. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
This time is reserved for members of the public to address issues not included in the agenda. In accordance with
the Brown Act, Council will refer to …
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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
PUBLIC HEARINGS — adopt
4 yea · 1 abstain
Dilli Bhattarai abstain · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
CONSENT CALENDAR — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
26-194 — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
26-200 — adopt
4 yea · 1 abstain
Dilli Bhattarai abstain · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
26-193 — adopt
4 yea · 1 abstain
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin abstain · T. Grimsley yea
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider retail store permit at 1560 Sycamore Avenue
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Conditional Use Permit for a general retail store. The body will also review meeting minutes from July 6, 2026.
- Conditional Use Permit (CUP 26-02) for a retail store at 1560 Sycamore Avenue
- Approval of July 6, 2026 meeting minutes
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Monday, July 20, 2026
7:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Planning Commission
Chair Hector Rubio
Vice Chair Carol Most- Walker
Commissioner Kenneth Morrison
Commissioner Sylvia Jimenez
Commissioner Dennis Esselsagoe
Meeting Agenda
In-Person in Council Chambers or
Zoom ID: 840 5858 2843
Zoom Passcode: 692741
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
July 20, 2026Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us.
I. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - 7:00 P.M.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
1. 26-195 Meeting Minutes: July, 6, 2026
Planning Commission Minutes July 6, 2026Attachments:
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 26-196 Conditional Use Permit (CUP 26-02) for a Retail Store at 1560
Sycamore Avenue
RECOMMENDATIONS:
That the Planning Commission:
1. Request planning staff present the staff report;
2. Open the public hearing;
3. Invite the applicant to make a presentation or statement;
4. Receive comments from the public;
5. Offer the applicant or their consultant team the opportunity to answer
questions;
6. Close the public hearing;
7. Request clarification from staff or the applicant on any issues related
to the project;
8. Find that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA review
pursuant to Class 1 (Existing Facilities ), California Code of
Regulations, Title 14, Section 15301; and,
9. Approve Conditional Use Permit CUP 26-02, authorizing the
opera …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Finance Commission
Hercules Finance Commission meeting cancelled
The July 15, 2026 regular meeting of the Hercules Finance Commission has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 16, 2026.
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Finance Commission
City of Hercules
Meeting Agenda
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Chair Janet Stallman
Vice Chair Sam Ahmad
Commissioner Edward Ulle
Commissioner Sandra Castaneda
Commissioner Neeru Giri
7:00 PMWednesday, July 15, 2026
THE FINANCE COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDULED FOR JULY 15, 2026 HAS BEEN
CANCELLED.
The next Regular Meeting of the Commission will be held on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 7:00
p.m. in the Council Chambers.
Agendas are posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) or Section 54956.
Members of the public can view electronic agendas and staff reports from the City's website at
www.ci.hercules.ca.us and can receive e-mail notification of agenda postings by signing up to receive
an e-notice from the City's website. Agendas and staff reports may also be obtained by contacting the
City Clerk's Office at (510) 799-8200.
Posted: July 6, 2025
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 5:00 PM
City Council
Hercules City Council reviews sewer charges and garbage lien procedures.
The Hercules City Council will hold public hearings on proposed fiscal year 2026-27 sewer service charges that would be billed through county property taxes and on delinquent garbage accounts that could trigger property liens. The council will also review a staff report on waterfront directional signage and process routine consent calendar items.
- Public hearing on FY 2026-27 sewer service charges for county tax roll collection
- Public hearing on delinquent garbage accounts and potential property tax liens under Municipal Code Section 5-2.01
- Staff report and direction on waterfront directional signage
- Consent calendar approval of June 23, 2026 meeting minutes
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Tuesday, July 14, 2026
5:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
City Council
Mayor Chris Kelley
Vice Mayor Alex Walker-Griffin
Council Member Dilli Bhattarai
Council Member Tiffany Grimsley
Council Member Dion Bailey
Patrick Tang, Interim City Manager
Christie Crowl, City Attorney
Eibleis Melendez, City Clerk
Meeting Agenda
CLOSED SESSION - 5:00 PM REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 PM
In-Person in Council Chambers or Via Zoom:
Zoom ID: 838 0884 0203 Zoom Passcode: 438779
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
July 14, 2026City Council Meeting Agenda
See last pages of agenda for information regarding meeting procedures
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go to the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us
I. SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION – CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - 5:00 PM
A. CONSIDER AND TAKE ACTION ON ANY REQUEST FROM A COUNCIL MEMBER TO
PARTICIPATE IN A MEETING REMOTELY DUE TO JUST CAUSE OR EMERGENCY
CIRCUMSTANCES PURSUANT TO AB 2449
II. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
III. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION
The Hercules City Council will meet in Closed Session regarding the following:
1. 26-176 Pursuant to Government Code section 54957: Public Employment (City
Manager)
IV. REGULAR MEETING – CONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - ROLL CALL - 7:00 P.M.
V. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
VI. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
VII. MOMENT OF SILENCE
VIII. INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS/COMMISSION REPORTS
1. 26-171 Presentation - East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD)
Presenta …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-169 — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
CONSENT CALENDAR — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
26-172 — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Community and Library Services Commission
Hercules community services commission to discuss library commission seat, park updates
The Community and Library Services Commission will hold a regular meeting with director reports on parks and recreation and library activities for June, a consent calendar to approve May minutes, and several discussion items. Key discussions include appointing a Contra Costa County Library Commission seat, a recap of recent events (Cultural Festival, Juneteenth, Membership Drive, Movie Night, Foxboro Park Ribbon Cutting), and an update on park improvements. The commission will also review upcoming events such as the Refugio Ribbon Cutting, Movie Nights, and National Night Out, and note there will be no meeting in August.
- Contra Costa County Library Commission seat discussion (staff report 26-180)
- Park Improvements Update (staff report 26-182)
- Recap of recent events: Cultural Festival, Juneteenth, Membership Drive, Movie Night, Foxboro Park Ribbon Cutting (staff report 26-181)
- Upcoming events: Refugio Ribbon Cutting, Movie Nights, National Night Out (staff report 26-183)
- August 2026 no meeting (staff report 26-184)
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Monday, July 13, 2026
7:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Community and Library Services Commission
Chair D. Yamamoto
Vice Chair Kaitlyn Azevedo
Commissioner Han Chen
Commissioner Wylendia Eastman
Student Commissioner Sofia Seiden
Meeting Agenda
In-Person in Council Chambers or
Zoom ID: 838 8664 1910
Zoom Passcode: 412680
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
July 13, 2026Community and Library Services
Commission
Meeting Agenda
I. SPECIAL MEETING - No Special Meeting
II. WORKSHOP - No Workshop
III. REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
V. INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS
VI. AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
VII. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
This time is reserved for members of the public to address issues not included in the
agenda. In accordance with the Brown Act, the Commission will refer to staff any
matters brought before them at this time, and those matters may be placed on a future
agenda.
Individuals wishing to address the Commission are asked to complete a form indicating
the name and address of the speaker and the general topic to be addressed. Speakers
must make their comments from the podium and will be allowed three (3) minutes to
discuss their concerns. Public comments become part of the public record and are
summarized in the minutes of the commission's meetings. A limit of thirty (30) minutes
will be devoted to taking public comment at this point in the agenda. If any speakers
remain at the conclusion of the initi …
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Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Planning Commission
Commission votes on retail store with drive-up donations at 1551 Sycamore Ave
The Hercules Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a conditional use permit for a retail store with drive-up donation operations at 1551 Sycamore Avenue. Staff recommends approval and notes the project is exempt from environmental review. The meeting also covers routine consent calendar items and standard department reports.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP 26-01 for retail store at 1551 Sycamore Avenue
- Design Review Permit DRP 26-01 for same Sycamore Avenue location
- Approval of May 4, 2026 Planning Commission meeting minutes
- Planning Director and Commissioner reports
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Thank you. the planning commission on any subject not on the agenda may do so now. Please note, however, the commission is not able to undertake discussion or action tonight on items not on the agenda. Items may be referred to staff for appropriate action, which may include placement on the next available agenda. Public comments will be limited to three minutes per speaker. For members of the public attending via the virtual Zoom meeting that wish to make a comment, please use the raised hand feature or the asterisk 9 if connecting via phone audio only. When it is your turn to speak, staff will bring you into the meeting so that you may provide your comments or concerns. In addition, public comments are also accepted by email to [email protected] prior to the meeting and during the meeting as well as prior to the close of the public comment period on any item listed in the agenda and will be posted on the city's website and available to view after the meeting. Let's see. Thank you. Ms. Manpour, have we received any public comments on items not on the agenda? I don't have any raised hands here. I don't see anything here. The only part is speaker card. I have a speaker card. I have a speaker card, but it's related to one of the items on the agenda. So we will use the speaker card when we're up to that element. Thank you. Let's see. Moving on to the consent calendar. Let's see. All matters listed under the consent calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacte …
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Monday, July 6, 2026
7:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Planning Commission
Chair Hector Rubio
Vice Chair Carol Most- Walker
Commissioner Kenneth Morrison
Commissioner Sylvia Jimenez
Commissioner Dennis Esselsagoe
Meeting Agenda
In-Person in Council Chambers or
Zoom ID: 826 2597 2701
Zoom Passcode: 083847
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
July 6, 2026Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us.
I. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - 7:00 P.M.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
1. 26-174 Meeting Minutes: May 4, 2026
Planning Commission Minutes May 4, 2026Attachments:
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 26-175 Conditional Use Permit (CUP 26-01) and Design Review Permit (DRP
26-01) for a retail Store with Drive-Up Donation Operations at 1551
Sycamore Avenue
RECOMMENDATIONS:
That the Planning Commission:
1. Request planning staff present the staff report;
2. Open the public hearing;
3. Invite the applicant to make a presentation or statement;
4. Receive comments from the public;
5. Offer the applicant or their consultant team the opportunity to answer
questions;
6. Close the public hearing;
7. Request clarification from staff or the applicant on any issues related to
the project;
8. Find that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA review pursuant
to Class 1 (Existing Facilities), California Code of Regulations, Title 14,
Section 15301; and
9. …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 7:00 PM
City Council
Council reviews FY 2026-27 budget, Emblem Hercules housing, and road safety upgrades
The Hercules City Council will hold public hearings on the FY 2026-27 city budget, five landscaping assessment districts, and the proposed 180-unit Emblem Hercules Apartments at 1601 Willow Avenue. The council will also vote on a $374,976.42 road restriping contract, approve stop sign installations on John Muir Parkway, and appoint an interim public works director. The meeting covers routine budget adoption, development approvals, and infrastructure maintenance.
- Public hearing on FY 2026-27 city budget and 10-year Capital Improvement Plan
- Public hearing for 180-unit Emblem Hercules Apartments at 1601 Willow Avenue
- Approval of $374,976.42 road restriping contract with Chrisp Company
- Stop sign installation at John Muir Parkway intersections for traffic safety
- Public hearings confirming FY 2026/27 landscaping and lighting assessments for five districts
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recording in progress good evening and welcome to the meeting of the Hercules City Council today is Tuesday June 23rd 2026 it is now 7:03 p.m. my name is Chris Kelly I'm the mayor and I'm calling this meeting to order but we have the roll call please good evening councilmember Grimsley's absent councilmember butter I present councilmember Bailey present vice mayor Walker Griffin present and mayor Kelly doesn't thank you thank you we had no closed session items this meeting this evening um vice mayor could you lead us in the pledge of allegiance please I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands one nation under God indivisible with liberty and justice for all thank you we have no moment of silence tonight but we do have a proclamation which I would like to read now and uh Mr. Roke are you going to come up here and say a few words I hope okay this proclamation is designating July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month in the city of Hercules whereas for over 40 years the United States has celebrated Parks and Recreation Month in July to promote building strong vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation whereas this year's theme the power of celebrates the work of park and recreation professionals part-time staff and volunteers involved in creating and maintaining essential community parks facilities and programs that bring people together through the power of what connects us and whereas i …
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Tuesday, June 23, 2026
7:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
City Council
Mayor Chris Kelley
Vice Mayor Alex Walker-Griffin
Council Member Dilli Bhattarai
Council Member Tiffany Grimsley
Council Member Dion Bailey
Patrick Tang, Interim City Manager
Christie Crowl, City Attorney
Eibleis Melendez, City Clerk
Meeting Agenda
REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 P.M - In-Person in Council Chambers
or Via Zoom: Zoom ID: 830 6748 2930 Passcode: 09395
Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833 (Joint Meeting of the Hercules
City Council and Hercules Public Financing Authority)
June 23, 2026
City Council
Meeting Agenda
See last pages of agenda for information regarding meeting procedures
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go to the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us
I. SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION – NONE
II. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - NONE
III. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION - NO CLOSED SESSION
IV. REGULAR MEETING – CONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - ROLL CALL - 7:00 P.M.
V. A. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION - NO CLOSED SESSION
B. CONSIDER AND TAKE ACTION ON ANY REQUEST FROM A COUNCIL MEMBER
TO PARTICIPATE IN A MEETING REMOTELY DUE TO JUST CAUSE OR EMERGENCY
CIRCUMSTANCES PURSUANT TO AB 2449
VI. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
VII. MOMENT OF SILENCE
VIII. INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS/COMMISSION REPORTS
1.
26-160
Proclamation - Parks and Recreation Month, July 2026
Proclamation
Attachments:
2.
26-159
Presentation - Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District
Presentation
Attachments: …
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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-154 — adopt
11 yea · 3 absent · 1 nay
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley nay · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley absent · Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley absent · Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley absent
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Planning Commission
The June 15 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled
The scheduled Planning Commission meeting for Monday, June 15, 2026, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for July 6, 2026.
administrative
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Planning Commission
City of Hercules
Meeting Agenda
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Chair Hector Rubio
Vice Chair Carol Most- Walker
Commissioner Kenneth Morrison
Commissioner Sylvia Jimenez
Commissioner Dennis Esselsagoe
7:00 PMMonday, June 15, 2026
THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDULED FOR JUNE 15, 2026 HAS BEEN
CANCELLED.
The next Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission is Monday, July 6, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at Hercules
City Hall, 111 Civic Drive, Hercules, CA.
Agendas are posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) or Section 54956.
Members of the public can view electronic agendas and staff reports by accessing the City's website at
www.ci.hercules.ca.us then clicking on the Planning Commission meeting you are interested in. You
can also receive an e-notice from the City's homepage. Agendas and staff reports may also be
obtained by contacting the Planning Department at (510) 799-8244.
Posted: June 4, 2026
Page 1 City of Hercules
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 6:30 PM
City Council
Council discusses upcoming budget, municipal election, and police equipment policy.
The Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026-27 annual budget and ten-year capital improvement plan. They are also set to call for a November 2026 general election and review annual military equipment use by the Police Department.
- Public hearing on Proposed FY 2026-27 City Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
- Resolution calling for the November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election
- Annual report and renewal of Police Department military equipment policy/ordinance
- Amendment to Council Rules of Procedure regarding audiovisual disruptions
- Proclamations for Juneteenth and Pride Month
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Tuesday, June 9, 2026
6:30 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
City Council
Mayor Chris Kelley
Vice Mayor Alex Walker-Griffin
Council Member Dilli Bhattarai
Council Member Tiffany Grimsley
Council Member Dion Bailey
Patrick Tang, Interim City Manager
Christie Crowl, City Attorney
Eibleis Melendez, City Clerk
Meeting Agenda
CLOSED SESSION - 6:30 PM REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 PM
In-Person in Council Chambers or Via Zoom:
Zoom ID: 882 3272 5214 Zoom Passcode: 216938
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
June 9, 2026City Council Meeting Agenda
See last pages of agenda for information regarding meeting procedures
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go to the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us
I. SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION – CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - 6:30 PM
A. CONSIDER AND TAKE ACTION ON ANY REQUEST FROM A COUNCIL MEMBER TO
PARTICIPATE IN A MEETING REMOTELY DUE TO JUST CAUSE OR EMERGENCY
CIRCUMSTANCES PURSUANT TO AB 2449
II. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
III. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION
The Hercules City Council will meet in Closed Session regarding the following:
1. 26-142 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-ANTICIPATED LITIGATION.
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code
section 54956.9(d)(2) (one case).
IV. REGULAR MEETING – CONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - ROLL CALL - 7:00 P.M.
V. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
VI. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
VII. MOMENT OF SILENCE
VIII. INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS/COMMISSION REPORTS
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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-137 — adopt
4 yea · 1 absent
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey absent · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
26-123 — adopt
4 yea · 1 absent
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey absent · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
26-138 — adopt
4 yea · 1 absent
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey absent · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
26-141 — approve
4 yea · 1 absent
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey absent · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Community and Library Services Commission
Commission reviews Cultural Festival recap, park improvements, and summer events
The Community and Library Services Commission will hear monthly parks and library reports, approve May meeting minutes, and discuss several community events. Action items include a Cultural Festival recap, a park improvements update, and planning for the Juneteenth celebration and summer events. No major policy decisions or contracts are on the agenda.
- Cultural Festival recap discussion
- Park improvements update
- Juneteenth celebration planning
- Summer events planning
- Parks and Recreation and Library monthly reports for May 2026
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Monday, June 8, 2026
7:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Community and Library Services Commission
Chair D. Yamamoto
Vice Chair Kaitlyn Azevedo
Commissioner Han Chen
Commissioner Wylendia Eastman
Student Commissioner Sofia Seiden
Meeting Agenda
In-Person in Council Chambers or
Zoom ID: 878 1402 5035
Zoom Passcode: 957248
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
June 8, 2026Community and Library Services
Commission
Meeting Agenda
I. SPECIAL MEETING - No Special Meeting
II. WORKSHOP - No Workshop
III. REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
V. INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS
VI. AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
VII. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
This time is reserved for members of the public to address issues not included in the
agenda. In accordance with the Brown Act, the Commission will refer to staff any
matters brought before them at this time, and those matters may be placed on a future
agenda.
Individuals wishing to address the Commission are asked to complete a form indicating
the name and address of the speaker and the general topic to be addressed. Speakers
must make their comments from the podium and will be allowed three (3) minutes to
discuss their concerns. Public comments become part of the public record and are
summarized in the minutes of the commission's meetings. A limit of thirty (30) minutes
will be devoted to taking public comment at this point in the agenda. If any speakers
remain at the conclusion of the initial …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission meeting cancelled for June 1
This meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 15, 2026.
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Planning Commission
City of Hercules
Meeting Agenda
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Chair Hector Rubio
Vice Chair Carol Most- Walker
Commissioner Kenneth Morrison
Commissioner Sylvia Jimenez
Commissioner Dennis Esselsagoe
7:00 PMMonday, June 1, 2026
THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDULED FOR JUNE 1, 2026 HAS BEEN
CANCELLED.
The next Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission is Monday, June 15, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at
Hercules City Hall, 111 Civic Drive, Hercules, CA.
Agendas are posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) or Section 54956.
Members of the public can view electronic agendas and staff reports by accessing the City's website at
www.ci.hercules.ca.us then clicking on the Planning Commission meeting you are interested in. You
can also receive an e-notice from the City's homepage. Agendas and staff reports may also be
obtained by contacting the Planning Department at (510) 799-8244.
Posted: May 20, 2026
Page 1 City of Hercules
Tue May 26, 2026 · 7:00 PM
City Council
Council to vote on 180-unit apartment project at 1601 Willow Ave
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving an addendum to the environmental impact report, a design review permit, vesting tentative map, and planned development plan for the 180-unit Emblem Hercules Apartments at the Loop Site. They will also discuss awarding $5 million in Housing Asset Funding to Community HousingWorks for affordable housing at Bayline, approving participation in a regional stormwater joint powers authority, and renewing the police department's military equipment policy.
- Public hearing for 180-unit Emblem Hercules Apartments at 1601 Willow Avenue
- Award of $5,000,000 in Housing Asset Funding to Community HousingWorks for Bayline affordable housing
- Approval to join Contra Costa County Regional Alternative Compliance JPA for stormwater obligations
- Renewal of Police Department's Military Equipment Policy 706 and Ordinance No. 547
- Introduction of new Public Works Superintendent Chris Morris
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📹 From the video · 4h 5m
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Recording in progress. Good evening and welcome to the meeting of the Hercules City Council today is Tuesday. MAY 26. My name is Chris Kelly. I'm the mayor and I'm calling the meeting to order. We have the roll call, please. Good Evening. Council member Grimsley present Councilmember better. Councilmember Bailey present Pacemaker. Vice Mayor Walker Griffin present Mayor Kelly present. Thank you. Thank We had no closed session items this evening. Councilmember Bailey, could you leave us in the Pledge of Allegiance? Please. I pledge allegiance to the flag. The United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands. One nation under GOD, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Thank you, everyone. Tonight we have actually we have a couple moments of silence. One moment of silence is for Hercules resident Anthony Regattas are who died in a traffic accident. Last week. Most unfortunate. And we also have a moment of silence for Mel. Then again, who was a resident of Hercules Eisele graduate and he died in his sleep a few days ago. Could please have a moment of silence for these 2 people? And now moving on introductions and presentation. So tonight we have an introduction of our new public works. Superintendent Chris Morris MR. Dodd back. Yeah, thank you. Mayor Kelly and members of the council. The Public Works Department is please to welcome Chris Morris as the superintendent of Public Works. Chris has been with the city of American Canyon Public Works Department f …
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Tuesday, May 26, 2026
7:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
City Council
Mayor Chris Kelley
Vice Mayor Alex Walker-Griffin
Council Member Dilli Bhattarai
Council Member Tiffany Grimsley
Council Member Dion Bailey
Patrick Tang, Interim City Manager
Christie Crowl, City Attorney
Eibleis Melendez, City Clerk
Meeting Agenda
REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 P.M
In-Person in Council Chambers or Via Zoom:
Zoom ID: 821 1751 7161 Zoom Passcode: 525829
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
May 26, 2026
City Council
Meeting Agenda
See last pages of agenda for information regarding meeting procedures
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go to the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us
I. SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION – NONE
II. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - NO CLOSED SESSION
III. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION - NO CLOSED SESSION
IV. REGULAR MEETING – CONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - ROLL CALL - 7:00 P.M.
V. A. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION - NO CLOSED SESSION
B. CONSIDER AND TAKE ACTION ON ANY REQUEST FROM A COUNCIL MEMBER
TO PARTICIPATE IN A MEETING REMOTELY DUE TO JUST CAUSE OR EMERGENCY
CIRCUMSTANCES PURSUANT TO AB 2449
VI. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
VII. MOMENT OF SILENCE
VIII. INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS/COMMISSION REPORTS
1.
26-139
Introduction of Public Works Superintendent, Chris Morris
IX. AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
X. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
This time is reserved for members of the public to address issues not included in the agenda. In accordance with
the Brown Act, Cou …
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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-129 — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
CONSENT CALENDAR — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
26-125 — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
26-128 — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
Wed May 20, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Finance Commission
Finance Commission to appoint member to General Plan Advisory Committee
The Finance Commission will discuss and potentially appoint one of its members to the city's General Plan Advisory Committee. They will also review the quarterly report on Measure B and N funds as of April 30, 2026. Consent items include approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Appoint a Finance Commissioner to the General Plan Advisory Committee
- Review Measure B & N quarterly financial report as of April 30, 2026
- Approve Finance Commission minutes from March 18, 2026
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
7:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Finance Commission
Chair Janet Stallman
Vice Chair Sam Ahmad
Commissioner Edward Ulle
Commissioner Sandra Castaneda
Commissioner Neeru Giri
Meeting Agenda
In-Person in Council Chambers
May 20, 2026Finance Commission Meeting Agenda
I. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - 7:00 P.M.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS
IV. AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
V. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
VI. DIRECTOR REPORT
Disbursement List is located at http://www.ci.hercules.ca.us. Click on Departments and Services.
Click on Finance. Click on Disbursement List.
1. 26-132 Discuss and Review the Measure B & N as of April 30, 2026
Staff Report - Measure B and N Quarterly Report as of 04302026
Attach 1 - Measure B and N Quarterly Report through 04302026
Attachments:
VII. CONSENT CALENDAR
1. 26-134 Finance Commission Meeting March 18, 2026
Recommendation: Approve the Finance Commission Minutes for March 18,
2026
FC Minutes 04.15.26Attachments:
VIII. DISCUSSION AND/OR ACTION ITEMS
1. 26-133 To appoint a Finance Commissioner to serve on the General Plan Advisory
Committee
GPAC_FC Representative_SRAttachments:
IX. COMMISSIONER REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
X. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
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May 20, 2026Finance Commission Meeting Agenda
XI. ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting of the Commission will be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in
the Council Chambers.
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission meeting cancelled
The May 18, 2026 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 1, 2026. This agenda is purely procedural with no items for discussion or decision.
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Planning Commission
City of Hercules
Meeting Agenda
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Chair Hector Rubio
Vice Chair Carol Most- Walker
Commissioner Kenneth Morrison
Commissioner Sylvia Jimenez
Commissioner Dennis Esselsagoe
7:00 PMMonday, May 18, 2026
THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDULED FOR MAY 18, 2026 HAS BEEN
CANCELLED.
The next Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission is Monday, June 1, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at
Hercules City Hall, 111 Civic Drive, Hercules, CA.
Agendas are posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) or Section 54956.
Members of the public can view electronic agendas and staff reports by accessing the City's website at
www.ci.hercules.ca.us then clicking on the Planning Commission meeting you are interested in. You
can also receive an e-notice from the City's homepage. Agendas and staff reports may also be
obtained by contacting the Planning Department at (510) 799-8244.
Posted: May 6, 2026
Page 1 City of Hercules
Tue May 12, 2026 · 5:00 PM
City Council
City Council to review proposed FY 26-27 budget and $5M in housing asset funding.
The City Council will hold a budget workshop to review the proposed FY 26-27 annual budget and consider additional budget requests. They will also receive a report on three proposals for $5 million in Housing Asset Funding for affordable housing developments, including Bayline, Sycamore Crossing, and Victoria Green. Additionally, the council will interview candidates for the General Plan Advisory Committee and consider appointing five to seven at-large members.
- Budget workshop for FY 26-27 proposed annual budget
- Report on $5M housing asset funding proposals from Community HousingWorks, Satellite Affordable Housing Associates, and Eden Housing
- Acceptance of Falcon Way Pavement Rehabilitation Project as complete for $773,946.26
- Appointment of five to seven at-large community representatives to General Plan Advisory Committee
- Allocation of $1,000 for Juneteenth event and amendment to flag policy for Juneteenth and Pride flag raising
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recording. Okay. Well, start. Check was fake. Good evening and welcome to the meeting of the Hercules City Council. Today is Tuesday MARCH 12. It's now about 05:00:03pm. And I'm calling the meeting to Order Committee of the Roll Call. Please. Good evening Councilmembers. Residents, councilmember Councilmember Bailey's. Not here at this time. Vice Mayor Griffin Walker Griffin, PRESIDENT And Mayor Kelly as thank you. And MADAM City attorney, I believe we have a closed session item. Yes, thank you, MADAM Mayor. Tonight, we have one item in closed session pursuant to government Code Section 5, 4, 9, 5, 7 public employment for the city manager title. Ok, thank you. We will now go into Hello. We are back from closed session now and we are going to be. Going into our g pack interviews. City attorney to have to read anything. Yes, I was just like to part. No final action was taken in closed session and will now start a special meeting. All right. Welcome. Come on in. Have a seat, please. MR. Garcia. Hi, we're the council here. I'm Chris Kelly and the mayor. And we just got 3 quick questions to ask you. So, Alex, to want to start MR. Garcia now to our current vice mayor. Pretty simple what you want to serve in the g pack. Here is so my wife and our 25 year residency or city of Hercules and we raise their son He's it's a it's a great communities. Now, 26 and living in un school where there and stay down there. But you know, we really love this community and like the opportunity to see …
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Tuesday, May 12, 2026
5:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
City Council
Mayor Chris Kelley
Vice Mayor Alex Walker-Griffin
Council Member Dilli Bhattarai
Council Member Tiffany Grimsley
Council Member Dion Bailey
Patrick Tang, Interim City Manager
Christie Crowl, City Attorney
Eibleis Melendez, City Clerk
Meeting Agenda
SPECIAL MEETING 5:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 P.M
(or immediately following Special Meeting)
In-Person in Council Chambers or Via Zoom:
ID: 832 9035 8245 Passcode: 571966 Audio: 1-669-900-6833
May 12, 2026
City Council
Meeting Agenda
See last pages of agenda for information regarding meeting procedures
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go to the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us
I. SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION – CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - 5:00 PM
A. CONSIDER AND TAKE ACTION ON ANY REQUEST FROM A COUNCIL MEMBER TO
PARTICIPATE IN A MEETING REMOTELY DUE TO JUST CAUSE OR EMERGENCY
CIRCUMSTANCES PURSUANT TO AB 2449
II. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
III. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION
The Hercules City Council will meet in Closed Session regarding the following:
1.
26-114
Pursuant to Government Code section 54957: Public Employment (City
Manager)
IV. SPECIAL MEETING - Roll Call - 5:30 PM (or immediately following Special Closed
Session)
V. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - OPEN SESSION MEETING ITEMS
VI. COMMITTEE INTERVIEWS
1.
26-109
General Plan Advisory (GPAC) Committee Interviews
RECOMMENDATION:
Conduct interviews for …
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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-104 — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
CONSENT CALENDAR — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
26-108 — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
26-110 — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
Mon May 11, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Community and Library Services Commission
Commission to review monthly parks and library reports, discuss upcoming events
This is a regular meeting of the Community and Library Services Commission with no major action items. The commission will receive staff reports on parks and recreation and library activities for April, approve minutes from April 13, and discuss recaps of recent events and plans for upcoming events like the Cultural Festival and Juneteenth. A virtual training for elected and appointed officials will also be reviewed.
- 26-117 Parks and Recreation Monthly Report (April)
- 26-118 Library Monthly Report (April)
- 26-120 Recap of Recent Events
- 26-121 Upcoming Events (including Cultural Festival and Juneteenth)
- 26-122 Virtual Trainings for Elected and Appointed Officials
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Monday, May 11, 2026
7:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Community and Library Services Commission
Chair D. Yamamoto
Vice Chair Kaitlyn Azevedo
Commissioner Han Chen
Commissioner Wylendia Eastman
Student Commissioner Sofia Seiden
Meeting Agenda
In-Person in Council Chambers or
Zoom ID: 850 6190 8309
Zoom Passcode: 726398
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
May 11, 2026Community and Library Services
Commission
Meeting Agenda
I. SPECIAL MEETING - NONE
II. WORKSHOP - NONE
III. REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
V. INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS
VI. AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
VII. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
This time is reserved for members of the public to address issues not included in the
agenda. In accordance with the Brown Act, the Commission will refer to staff any
matters brought before them at this time, and those matters may be placed on a future
agenda.
Individuals wishing to address the Commission are asked to complete a form indicating
the name and address of the speaker and the general topic to be addressed. Speakers
must make their comments from the podium and will be allowed three (3) minutes to
discuss their concerns. Public comments become part of the public record and are
summarized in the minutes of the commission's meetings. A limit of thirty (30) minutes
will be devoted to taking public comment at this point in the agenda. If any speakers
remain at the conclusion of the initial thirty-minute period …
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Mon May 4, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to recommend approval of 180-unit apartment project at 1601 Willow Avenue
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending City Council approval of the Emblem Hercules Apartments, a 180-unit housing development at 1601 Willow Avenue. They will also discuss the draft Fiscal Year 2026-27 Capital Improvement Program and Ten-Year Capital Funding Plan.
- Public hearing for Emblem Hercules Apartments (180 units) at 1601 Willow Avenue – includes EIR addendum, Design Review Permit 25-04, Vesting Tentative Map 25-02, Planned Development Plan 25-02
- Discussion of Draft FY 2026-27 Capital Improvement Program and Ten-Year Capital Funding Plan
- Approval of meeting minutes from January 20, 2026 (consent calendar)
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Recording in progress. 2026. This meeting is being televised by Zoom video conference platform. Items under this heading are considered to be. There will be no separate. Make a motion to accept the consent calendar posted. Vice chair most Walker Tumor Community Development director. Please tonight to present the emblem Hercules apartment project. Contract senior planner Laura Saltman will be giving the staff report. I just wanted to say at the outset that this is a somewhat unusual project in that it is the first builder's remedy. Subject to a number of different states. Streamlining laws designed to facilitate the development housing. Those laws severely limit the city's ability to deny or condition. Thank you. And good evening, chair members of the Planning Commission. Florists Elgin on the contract planner and so before to you tonight. The new town centre there, New Town Centre Year, together with 3 entitlements for the emblem Hercules apartment at 16. 0, 1, Willow Avenue. And that includes the design route permit the vesting tentative map and planned development plan. Tonight, I walk you through the regulatory framework that governs the city's review. The project's consistency with the framework and the seek determination. The presentation tonight a brief project overview the state housing law context, which is the most important framing for tonight's hearing. The local regulatory contacts, the project description and object the object of don't Belmont standards in the st …
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Monday, May 4, 2026
7:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Planning Commission
Chair Hector Rubio
Vice Chair Carol Most- Walker
Commissioner Kenneth Morrison
Commissioner Sylvia Jimenez
Commissioner Dennis Esselsagoe
Meeting Agenda
In-Person in Council Chambers or
Zoom ID: 832 9725 7393
Zoom Passcode: 642110
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
May 4, 2026Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us.
I. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - 7:00 P.M.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
1. 26-111 Meeting Minutes for the Regular Meeting of January 20, 2026
Meeting Minutes for the Regular Meeting of January 20, 2026Attachments:
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May 4, 2026Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 26-113 Recommendation to the City Council on approval of an Addendum to
the Hercules New Town Center Environmental Impact Report, Design
Review Permit (DRP) 25-04, Vesting Tentative Map (VTM) 25-02, and
Planned Development Plan (PDP) 25-02 for the Emblem Hercules
Apartments - 1601 Willow Avenue
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission:
1. Request planning staff present the staff report;
2. Open the public hearing;
3. Invite the applicant to make a presentation or statement;
4. Receive comments from the public;
5. Offer the applicant or their consultant team the opportunity to
answer questions;
6. Close the public hearing;
7. Req …
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Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Council to set public hearings for landscaping and lighting assessments
The City Council will hold a closed session on anticipated litigation. In open session, they will receive a presentation on the Phillips 66 Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex and discuss the Contra Costa County Regional Alternative Compliance Joint Powers Authority. They will vote on preliminary engineer's reports for five landscaping and lighting assessment districts, setting a June 23 public hearing. They will also consider approving an additional $10,000 for co-sponsored special events.
- Closed session on anticipated litigation (1 case)
- Presentation on Phillips 66 Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex
- Discussion on Contra Costa County RAC JPA
- Preliminary approval of engineer's reports for 5 LLADs (Citywide, Victoria by the Bay, Hercules Village, Baywood, Bayside) and setting public hearing for June 23, 2026
- Additional $10,000 budget allocation for FY 2026-27 special events
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see ourselves right? My gavel. To Recording in progress. Good evening and welcome to the meeting of the Hercules City Council. It is now 6 o'clock. I'm calling the meeting to order. Can we have the roll call, please. Currently councilmember Grimsley absent counselor Then Councilmember Bailey. Vice Mayor Walker Griffin and Mayor Kelly. Thank And we won closed session item tonight. MADAM City attorney, would you like to read the item? Please? Sure. Tonight we have one closed session item. It's a conference with legal counsel anticipated litigation related to initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 5, 4, 9, 5, 6.0 94. There's one case I just want to know for the record, I don't see any members of the public here around soon to take public comment on those closed session items. Ok? Thank you. Good evening and welcome to the meeting of the her Healy City Council. Today is Tuesday. APRIL. 28, that is now 07:00:03pm. My name is Chris Kelly and the mayor. And I'm calling the meeting to order. Can we have the roll call, please. Good Evening. Council member Kinsley present counsel or better present Councilmember Bailey PRESIDENT, Vice mayor, one present and Mayor Kelly, thank you. Thank you. We just came out of closed session. MADAM City attorney. Do we have something to report? Nothing reportable this evening. MADAM Mayor. Okay, thank you. Councilmember butter. I could. You leave us in the Pledge of Allegiance. I think laden like led United States of America and p …
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Tuesday, April 28, 2026
6:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
City Council
Mayor Chris Kelley
Vice Mayor Alex Walker-Griffin
Council Member Dilli Bhattarai
Council Member Tiffany Grimsley
Council Member Dion Bailey
Patrick Tang, Interim City Manager
Christie Crowl, City Attorney
Eibleis Melendez, City Clerk
Meeting Agenda
SPECIAL MEETING 6:00 PM REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 PM
In-Person in Council Chambers or Via Zoom:
Zoom ID: 844 3196 9944 Zoom Passcode: 471002
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
April 28, 2026
City Council
Meeting Agenda
See last pages of agenda for information regarding meeting procedures
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go to the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us
I. SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION – CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - 6:00 PM
A. CONSIDER AND TAKE ACTION ON ANY REQUEST FROM A COUNCIL MEMBER TO
PARTICIPATE IN A MEETING REMOTELY DUE TO JUST CAUSE OR EMERGENCY
CIRCUMSTANCES PURSUANT TO AB 2449
II. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
III. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION
The Hercules City Council will meet in Closed Session regarding the following:
1.
26-101
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNCIL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code Section
54956.9(d)(4) - 1 case.
IV. REGULAR MEETING – CONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - ROLL CALL - 7:00 P.M.
V. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
VI. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
VII. MOMENT OF SILENCE
VIII. INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS/COMMISSION REPORTS
1.
26-095 …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
26-097 — adopt
25 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea · Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea · Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea · Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea · Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
26-099 — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
Mon Apr 20, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Planning Commission
April 20 Planning Commission meeting cancelled
The April 20, 2026 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 4, 2026.
- Meeting cancelled
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Planning Commission
City of Hercules
Meeting Agenda
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Chair Hector Rubio
Vice Chair Carol Most- Walker
Commissioner Kenneth Morrison
Commissioner Sylvia Jimenez
Commissioner Dennis Esselsagoe
7:00 PMMonday, April 20, 2026
THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 20, 2026 HAS BEEN
CANCELLED.
The next Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission is Monday, May 4, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at Hercules
City Hall, 111 Civic Drive, Hercules, CA.
Agendas are posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) or Section 54956.
Members of the public can view electronic agendas and staff reports by accessing the City's website at
www.ci.hercules.ca.us then clicking on the Planning Commission meeting you are interested in. You
can also receive an e-notice from the City's homepage. Agendas and staff reports may also be
obtained by contacting the Planning Department at (510) 799-8244.
Posted: April 8, 2026
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Wed Apr 15, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Finance Commission
Finance Commission to review proposed FY 2026-27 budget
The Finance Commission will discuss and review the proposed annual budget for fiscal year 2026-27, including general fund, special revenue, sewer enterprise, internal service, and debt service funds. They will also vote on establishing a committee for Measure B & N report and approve prior meeting minutes.
- Review of FY 2026-27 Proposed Budget (with attachments)
- Establish committee for Measure B & N report
- Approve March 18, 2026 Finance Commission minutes
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Council Chambers
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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
7:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Council Chambers
Finance Commission
Chair Janet Stallman
Vice Chair Sam Ahmad
Commissioner Edward Ulle
Commissioner Sandra Castaneda
Commissioner Neeru Giri
Meeting Agenda
SPECIAL MEETING
April 15, 2026Finance Commission Meeting Agenda
I. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - 7:00 P.M.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS
IV. AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
V. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
VI. DIRECTOR REPORT
Disbursement List is located at http://www.ci.hercules.ca.us. Click on Departments and Services.
Click on Finance. Click on Disbursement List.
VII. CONSENT CALENDAR
1. 26-093 Finance Commission Meeting March 18, 2025
Recommendation: Approve the FInance Commission Minutes for March 18,
2026
FC Minutes 031826Attachments:
VIII. DISCUSSION AND/OR ACTION ITEMS
1. 26-092 Discuss and review the FY 2026-27 Proposed Budget
Staff Report - Budget Workshop - FY 26-27 Proposed Annual Budget_FC
Attach 1 - FY 26-27 List of Additional Budget Request
Attach 2 - FY 26-27 Proposed General Fund Annual Budget - Fund Summaries
Attach 3 - FY 26-27 Proposed Special Revenue Budget - Fund Summaries 1
Attach 4 - FY 26-27 Proposed Sewer Enterprise Annual Budget - Fund Summaries
Attach 5 - Proposed Internal Service Fund Annual Budget - Fund Summaries
Attach 6 - Proposed Debt Service Annual Budget - Fund Summaries
Attach 8 - Presentation_FC
Attachments:
2. 26-094 Establish a committee for the Measure B & N report
I …
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Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 7:00 PM
City Council
Council to accept $764,461 Falcon Way pavement project
The City Council will vote on accepting the Falcon Way Pavement Rehabilitation Project as complete, with a total cost of $764,461.91. They will also consider extending pre-qualified vendor lists for planning and engineering services, approving an MOU with RecycleMore for SB 1383 waste requirements, and adopting joint agreements for wastewater inspection and clean water programs.
- Accept Falcon Way Pavement Rehabilitation Project completed by MCK Services for $764,461.91
- Extend pre-qualified vendor lists for planning and engineering services until July 31, 2027
- Approve MOU with RecycleMore to implement SB 1383 organic waste regulations
- Approve Group Program Inspection Agreement with West County Wastewater District
- Adopt amended Contra Costa Clean Water Program Agreement (2026-2041)
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📹 From the video · 43m
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Recording in progress. Good evening. Welcome to the meeting of the Hercules City Council today is Tuesday, APRIL 14th 2026. It is now 07:00:02pm. I'm Mayor Chris Kelly. I'm calling the meeting to order. Can we have the roll call, please. Good evening. Councilmember Kinsley councilmember butter. I Councilmember Bailey Vice Mayor Walker and Mayor Kelly present. Thank you. Thank you. We had no closed session tonight, but MR. City manager, did you want to say something? Yes, MADAM Mayor, there was a special council meeting on APRIL 7 and I'll turn it over to the city attorney regarding any reportable action. Thank you, Patrick. We did have a close sent a special closed session last Tuesday. And while no legally reportable action was taken, I would know for the council and the members of the public that might be watching that. The council did select Mosaic Partners to be the city's search for recruitment of the city manager. Okay. So we'll move Could you all join me in the Pledge of Allegiance? Please. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States America to the Republic for which it stands. One nation under GOD, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Tonight, we do have a moment of silence for a Hercules resident Romy and passed away on MARCH 21st of this year. He was 82 years old, MR. Mandela was born in the Philippines and he lived in my life marked by resilience, dedication and devotion to those around him. He will be remembered for his quiet strength and his wi …
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Tuesday, April 14, 2026
7:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
City Council
Mayor Chris Kelley
Vice Mayor Alex Walker-Griffin
Council Member Dilli Bhattarai
Council Member Tiffany Grimsley
Council Member Dion Bailey
Patrick Tang, Interim City Manager
Christie Crowl, City Attorney
Eibleis Melendez, City Clerk
Meeting Agenda
REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 P.M
In-Person in Council Chambers or Via Zoom:
Zoom ID: 812 9590 2176 Zoom Passcode: 049734
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
April 14, 2026
City Council
Meeting Agenda
- See last pages of agenda for information regarding meeting procedures
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go to the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us
I. SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION – NONE
II. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS - NONE
III. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION - NONE
IV. REGULAR MEETING – CONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - ROLL CALL - 7:00 P.M.
V. A. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION - NO CLOSED SESSION
B. CONSIDER AND TAKE ACTION ON ANY REQUEST FROM A COUNCIL MEMBER TO
PARTICIPATE IN A MEETING REMOTELY DUE TO JUST CAUSE OR EMERGENCY
CIRCUMSTANCES PURSUANT TO AB 2449
VI. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
VII. MOMENT OF SILENCE
VIII. INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS/COMMISSION REPORTS
1.
26-074
Proclamation - Nepali New Year 2083 BS
Proclamation
Attachments:
IX. AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
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City of Hercules
April 14, 2026
City Council
Meeting Agenda
X. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
This time is reserved for members of the public to addre …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
26-082 — adopt
5 yea
Dilli Bhattarai yea · D. Bailey yea · C. Kelley yea · A. Walker-Griffin yea · T. Grimsley yea
Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Community and Library Services Commission
Commission to review summer activity guide and library update
The Community and Library Services Commission will receive reports on parks and recreation and library services, consider minutes from previous meetings, and discuss the Summer 2026 Activity Guide, a county library seat update, and recent and upcoming events.
- Director reports: Parks and Recreation March report, Library February and March reports
- Consent calendar: approval of January and February 2026 minutes
- Discussion item: County Library Seat Update
- Discussion item: Summer 2026 Activity Guide
- Discussion item: Recap of recent events and upcoming events including Cultural Festival and Juneteenth
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Monday, April 13, 2026
7:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
Community and Library Services Commission
Chair D. Yamamoto
Vice Chair Kaitlyn Azevedo
Commissioner Han Chen
Commissioner Wylendia Eastman
Student Commissioner Sofia Seiden
Meeting Agenda
In-Person in Council Chambers or
Zoom ID: 895 4294 6394
Zoom Passcode: 007797
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
April 13, 2026Community and Library Services
Commission
Meeting Agenda
I. SPECIAL MEETING - No Special Meeting
II. WORKSHOP - No Workshop
III. REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
V. INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS
VI. AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
VII. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
This time is reserved for members of the public to address issues not included in the
agenda. In accordance with the Brown Act, the Commission will refer to staff any
matters brought before them at this time, and those matters may be placed on a future
agenda.
Individuals wishing to address the Commission are asked to complete a form indicating
the name and address of the speaker and the general topic to be addressed. Speakers
must make their comments from the podium and will be allowed three (3) minutes to
discuss their concerns. Public comments become part of the public record and are
summarized in the minutes of the commission's meetings. A limit of thirty (30) minutes
will be devoted to taking public comment at this point in the agenda. If any speakers
remain at the conclusion o …
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Tue Apr 7, 2026 · 2:00 PM
City Council
City Council to discuss City Manager hiring in closed session
The City Council will meet in special closed session to consider the appointment of a City Manager (public employment). They will also consider any requests from council members to participate remotely under AB 2449. After the closed session, they will report any action taken. The remainder of the agenda is procedural.
- Closed session discussion on hiring a City Manager
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📹 From the video · 1m
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progress. Good afternoon. And welcome to a special meeting of the Hercules City Council today is Tuesday, APRIL 7th. That is now 02:00:05pm. And I'm calling the meeting to order. Can we have the roll call, please. Good afternoon. Councilmember Grimsley is currently not here. Councilmember better right? Councilmember Vice Mayor Walker Griffin, Mayor, Kelly PRESIDENT, thank you. Do we need to the Pledge of Allegiance? Sure what the protocol is on special meeting. We certainly can of. Don't think we have. So I think we can just move along ok, so we have one item on closed session. MADAM City attorney, would you like to read the clothes item? Please Sher today we have one item on our closed session agenda pursuant to government Code Section 5, 4, 9, 5, 7, it's public employment pertaining to the city manager. Ok, thank you. We will now recess into closed session. Recording Recording in progress. Hello. So we are back from closed session. And MADAM City, attorney, do you have anything? No reportable action was taken this afternoon in closed session. Okay. Thank you. So we are joining the meeting now at 5.21 Recording stopped.
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Tuesday, April 7, 2026
2:00 PM
City of Hercules
111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
City Council
Mayor Chris Kelley
Vice Mayor Alex Walker-Griffin
Council Member Dilli Bhattarai
Council Member Tiffany Grimsley
Council Member Dion Bailey
Patrick Tang, Interim City Manager
Christie Crowl, City Attorney
Eibleis Melendez, City Clerk
Meeting Agenda
SPECIAL MEETING - CLOSED SESSION 2:00 PM
In-Person in Council Chambers or Via Zoom:
Zoom ID:879 7729 3210 Zoom Passcode: 807100
Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833
April 7, 2026City Council Meeting Agenda
See last pages of agenda for information regarding meeting procedures
To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go to the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us
I. SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION – CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - 2:00 PM
1. CONSIDER AND TAKE ACTION ON ANY REQUEST FROM A COUNCIL MEMBER TO
PARTICIPATE IN A MEETING REMOTELY DUE TO JUST CAUSE OR EMERGENCY
CIRCUMSTANCES PURSUANT TO AB 2449
II. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
III. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION
The Hercules City Council will meet in Closed Session regarding the following:
1. 26-083 Pursuant to Government Code section 54957: Public Employment (City
Manager)
IV. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
V. ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 7:00p.m. in the
Council Chambers.
Agendas are posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) or Section 54956.
Members of the public can vi …
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 137 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $3.5M | BIO RAD LABORATORIES INC Department of Defense · DIAGNOSTIC TESTING |
| $718,533 | BIO RAD LABORATORIES INC Department of Defense · PATHOLOGY TESTING REQUIREMENT |
| $584,318 | BIO RAD LABORATORIES INC Department of Defense · CONSUMABLES |
| $546,292 | BIO RAD LABORATORIES INC Department of Defense · LYPHOCHEK WHOLE BLOOD METALS CONTROL - QUALITY CONTROL REAGENTS |
| $467,580 | BIO RAD LABORATORIES INC Department of Defense · EVOLIS ANALYZER LEASE AND SERVICE |
| $434,174 | BIO RAD LABORATORIES INC Department of Defense · BIO-RAD REAGENTS |
| $396,950 | BIO-RAD LABORATORIES, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · IMMUNOLOGY |
| $367,612 | BIO RAD LABORATORIES INC Department of Veterans Affairs · BIO-RAD QUALITY CONTROL REAGENTS |
| $349,964 | BIO RAD LABORATORIES INC Department of Defense · SEROLOGICAL AUTOMATED ANALYZERS FOR HUMAN IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUS AND H |
| $349,878 | BIO RAD LABORATORIES INC Department of Defense · EVOLIS ANALYZER LEASE AND SERVICE |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Contra Costa County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities3 (2024)
Business establishments25,932 (343,690 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,682/mo (201 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy19.7% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
💰 Local campaign finance
1 filings · $60 total · 1 filers · latest Fri Dec 31, 2021
NetFile filers, predominantly California. Full transactions in the public dataset. Source: NetFile.
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
797
Recorded votes
$39.3M
Annual budget
198
Employees on payroll
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$39.3M
Spending$35.7M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
The money — out
source: city procurement & payrollWho the city actually cuts checks to.
198 employees on the public payroll — every position and salary is public record.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.