San Leandro public meetings in 2021
125 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission met and approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. Commissioners discussed potential events for the city's sesquicentennial and agreed to finalize a list for review at the next meeting. They also discussed the Toy and Blanket Drive, with additional commissioners expressing interest in joining the planning committee.
- Approved agenda as submitted (13-0)
- Approved minutes of December 7, 2021 (13-0)
- Discussed sesquicentennial event ideas; further discussion scheduled for 01/04/22
- Expanded Toy and Blanket Drive planning committee interest
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved a $4,994,884 installation agreement with Climatec, LLC for energy-efficiency and resiliency projects at various city locations, funded by $395,828 from the Building Maintenance Fund and $3,314,916 from ARPA. The council also approved a $372,000 consulting agreement with Berry Dunn for ERP software upgrade support, and adopted the consent calendar including the FY 2021-2022 first quarter financial report and participation in the National Opioid Settlement. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Approved $4,994,884 Climatec energy-efficiency installation agreement (7-0)
- Approved $372,000 Berry Dunn ERP software consulting agreement (7-0)
- Adopted consent calendar including FY 2021-2022 Q1 financial report (7-0)
- Adopted resolution to participate in National Opioid Settlement (7-0)
- Approved $4,800 and $15,185 storytime kits from First 5 Alameda County (7-0)
- Approved $25,000 amendment to SAE Communications emergency services agreement (7-0)
- Nominated Mary J. Gordon to Human Services Commission (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, with no public comments. They discussed and agreed to host a toy and blanket drive for Calico Center, possibly around Valentine's Day 2022, and kept the December 21 meeting on the calendar. No formal votes were taken on substantive items.
- Approved agenda as submitted (12 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstain, 8 absent)
- Approved minutes of November 16, 2021 (12 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstain, 8 absent)
- Agreed to keep December 21, 2021 meeting on calendar
- Agreed to host toy and blanket drive for Calico Center
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee received updates on sales tax, the budget public engagement plan, and Q1 FY2022 finances. It directed staff to create educational materials and use various outreach strategies to help the public understand the budget. No formal votes were taken; all items were informational or directive.
- Directed staff to develop educational materials on budget policies and resource allocation
- Directed staff to use social media, bootcamp, classes, Budget-in-Brief mailers, website, and TV for public engagement
- Requested oversight report on approved revenue measures for a future meeting
- Requested update on the Prioritizing Unfunded Liability Liquidation (PULL) account
City Council
The City Council approved accepting a $2.75 million state grant for the redevelopment of Memorial Park at 1105 Bancroft Avenue. It also approved appropriating up to $210,000 for the city's 150th anniversary celebrations and a potential trip to sister city Ponta Delgada, Portugal, with Councilmember Simon voting no. A partial waiver of park impact fees totaling $4,454,346 for two residential developments was continued at staff's request. The council also approved the consent calendar, including appointments to intergovernmental agencies and a resolution to continue remote meetings for 30 days.
- Approved accepting $2.75 million in state grant funds for Memorial Park renovation (Reso 2021-173).
- Approved appropriating up to $210,000 for 150th anniversary celebrations and a potential trip to Ponta Delgada, Portugal (Reso 2021-174, 6-1 vote).
- Continued the partial waiver of park impact fees ($4,454,346) for 15693 East 14th Street and 110 East 14th Street at staff's request.
- Approved the consent calendar, including appointments to intergovernmental agencies (Min Order 2021-029).
- Approved a consulting agreement with CSG Consultants for engineering plan checking for the Shoreline Development, not to exceed $78,689 (Reso 2021-165).
- Approved a $360,234.19 disbursement to American Golf Corporation for Monarch Bay Golf Club management (Reso 2021-168).
- Approved a resolution to continue remote meetings for 30 days due to COVID-19 (Reso 2021-171).
- Approved declaring 23 vehicles and other items as surplus for public auction (Reso 2021-169).
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments voted to table the Conditional Use Permit and Parking Exception for a supermarket at 1788 Fairway Drive until the January 6, 2022 meeting, pending determination of maximum patron occupancy. The board approved a two-story addition at 1106 Gardner Blvd., a height exception at 1833 Hillview Drive, and a two-year time extension for a planned development at 311 MacArthur Blvd. The meeting was held remotely due to COVID-19, with two commissioners absent.
- Approved Resolution 2021-011 for a Major Site Plan Review for a two-story addition at 1106 Gardner Blvd.
- Tabled Resolution 2021-012 for a Conditional Use Permit and Parking Exception at 1788 Fairway Drive until January 6, 2022, pending occupancy determination.
- Approved Resolution 2021-013 for a Height Exception at 1833 Hillview Drive.
- Approved a two-year time extension for a 20-unit Planned Development at 311 MacArthur Blvd.
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Recreation and Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission approved the December 1, 2021 agenda and the November 3, 2021 minutes, both unanimously. Commissioners reported on park conditions, including a downed tree at Root Park, cigarette butts at Halcyon and Washington Manor parks, a broken drinking fountain at Thrasher Park, and graffiti at Victoria Park. Staff noted that final plans for the tennis/pickleball court rehabilitation were received, with the acoustifence manufacturer recommending full coverage of the fencing, and that bid documents are the next step. No formal decisions were made on these reports.
- Approved the December 1, 2021 agenda as submitted (7-0).
- Approved the November 3, 2021 minutes as submitted (7-0).
- Adjourned the meeting at 7:41 p.m. (7-0).
Arts Commission
The San Leandro Arts Commission approved allocating up to $16,000 for additional artwork at the Hesperian Triangle, and approved the Arts & Culture Grant Program finalists. Both motions passed 5-0. The commission also approved the agenda and minutes from July 28, 2021, and discussed future items including a Roosevelt Elementary School mural and Comedy in the Plaza.
- Approved Arts & Culture Grant Program individual and organization finalists (5-0)
- Approved request to allocate up to $16,000 for additional artwork at Hesperian Triangle (5-0)
- Approved agenda of December 1, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved minutes of July 28, 2021 (5-0)
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities & Transportation Committee met on December 1, 2021. The committee approved a contract amendment for the San Leandro Creek maintenance project, increasing the contract amount. The committee also discussed a feasibility study for a pedestrian and bicycle bridge over the creek.
- Approved a contract amendment for the San Leandro Creek maintenance project, increasing the contract amount.
- Discussed a feasibility study for a pedestrian and bicycle bridge over San Leandro Creek.
City Council
The San Leandro City Council held a special meeting on November 29, 2021, and approved the consent calendar unanimously (7-0), which included minutes from prior meetings and resolutions for citywide landscape maintenance and median maintenance contracts with Del Conte's Landscaping, Inc., as well as an amendment to a consulting agreement with Koff & Associates. One item, regarding a consulting agreement with SEED Collaborative for the Steven Taylor Sanctity of Life Memorial Park, was continued to December 13, 2021, per staff recommendation. No public hearings were held, and no other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved consent calendar (7-0)
- Approved minutes of Nov 15, 2021 and Nov 1, 2021 council meetings
- Approved minutes of Finance Committee meetings of Oct 5 and Sep 7, 2021
- Adopted Resolution 2021-162 authorizing $176,160.72 amendment with Del Conte's Landscaping for citywide landscape maintenance
- Adopted Resolution 2021-163 authorizing $204,987.36 amendment with Del Conte's Landscaping for median maintenance and weed abatement
- Adopted Resolution 2021-164 authorizing amendment with Koff & Associates for classification and compensation study
- Continued item 8.E. (SEED Collaborative agreement for Memorial Park) to Dec 13, 2021
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Disaster Council
The Disaster Council held a special meeting with updates from county and city agencies on COVID-19 response. Mayor Cutter announced meetings will become quarterly starting February 2022, with the option for additional meetings if needed. No formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports and discussion.
- Meetings to become quarterly starting February 2022 (announced by Mayor)
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission approved the November 18, 2021 agenda and the October 21, 2021 minutes, both with 7 ayes and 0 nays. No new business was conducted, and no actions were taken on the Age Friendly Initiative discussions, which included reviewing a roadmap for future stakeholder development. The meeting adjourned at 12:00pm in memory of Alameda County Supervisor Wilma Chan, with 6 ayes and 0 nays.
- Approved the November 18, 2021 agenda (7 ayes, 0 nays).
- Approved the October 21, 2021 meeting minutes (7 ayes, 0 nays).
- Adjourned the meeting in memory of Alameda County Supervisor Wilma Chan (6 ayes, 0 nays).
- No actions taken on the Age Friendly Initiative community listening groups discussion.
- No actions taken on the Age Friendly Initiative Asset Inventory Ad Hoc Committee report.
- No actions taken on the oral report of the secretary regarding Senior Center updates.
- No actions taken on the oral report of the chair or commission comments.
Human Services Commission
The Human Services Commission approved two sets of recommendations from its Community Assistance Program/Community Development Block Grant review committee, covering action items and other ideas for improving future grant cycles. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 27, 2021 meeting. No new business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned at 8:34 PM.
- Approved the meeting agenda (8 ayes, 0 nays).
- Approved the minutes of the October 27, 2021 meeting (8 ayes, 0 nays).
- Approved the committee's Action Item recommendations for improving the community assistance grant process (8 ayes, 0 nays).
- Approved the committee's Other Ideas for Improving Process recommendations (8 ayes, 0 nays).
- Adjourned the meeting at 8:34 PM (8 ayes, 0 nays).
Library-Historical Commission
The Library-Historical Commission held a meeting with presentations on commissioner roles and responsibilities and historic preservation. No substantive decisions were made; the commission approved the agenda and minutes, and received updates on future items.
- Approved amended agenda for November 16, 2021 (Prola/Heystek)
- Approved minutes of September 21, 2021 (Heystek/Prola)
- Approved minutes of October 7, 2021 (Chang/Prola)
- Adjourned at 8:35 PM (Polvorosa/Chang)
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission met and approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 1, 2021, both by unanimous vote. No public comments or committee reports were given. The commission discussed participating in a holiday toy drive and hosting an event at a roller or ice rink, and a commissioner expressed interest in hosting an e-tournament. The next meeting is scheduled for December 7, 2021.
- Approved meeting agenda (12 ayes, 0 nays)
- Approved June 1, 2021 minutes (12 ayes, 0 nays)
- Discussed holiday toy drive participation
- Discussed hosting roller rink or ice rink event
- Commissioner Miller expressed interest in hosting e-tournament
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved a $14 million Measure BB grant agreement for street rehabilitation, established a new domestic violence program funded with $200,000 in ARPA funds, and adopted fee adjustments for recreation and human services. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The council also scheduled future discussions on a staff vaccination resolution and a domestic violence program with the Mobile Unit.
- Approved $14M Measure BB grant for street rehabilitation (7-0)
- Established new domestic violence program with $200,000 ARPA funding (7-0)
- Adopted recreation and human services fee adjustments (7-0)
- Approved $350,000 increase to CSG Consultants engineering contract (7-0)
- Accepted $36,345 JAG grant for CordicoShield wellness software (7-0)
- Adopted organics reduction and recycling ordinance (7-0)
- Scheduled discussion on staff vaccination resolution (7-0)
- Scheduled discussion on domestic violence program with Mobile Unit (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (21 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend that the City Council adopt zoning code amendments adding Section 4.04.336 for multi-family and mixed-use residential development, with modifications including carshare amenities, EV charging requirements, and parking maximums. The commission also received and filed the September 2, 2021 minutes with a noted language change. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Resolution 2021-010 recommending zoning code amendments for multi-family and mixed-use residential development (6-0)
- Added carshare as an amenity option in Section 4.04.336(B)(4)
- Required 15% of auto parking spaces in DA and SA zones to have EV charging
- Set no parking minimum and a maximum of 0.5 parking spaces per unit in DA and SA zones
- Required a minimum of one bicycle parking space per unit in DA and SA zones
- Received and filed September 2, 2021 minutes with addition about parking language change (5-0, 1 abstention)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Recreation and Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission held a regular meeting with no formal votes on substantive items. They discussed park safety enforcement, maintenance issues, and the Park Development Fund process. No decisions were made beyond approving the agenda and minutes.
- Approved agenda as submitted (5-0-1)
- Approved minutes of October 6, 2021 (5-0-1)
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities and Transportation Committee received staff updates on the Fairmont Drive road diet, land use projects including Assembly Bill No. 43, and Capital Improvement projects. No formal decisions were made; the committee directed staff to have Mayor Cutter contact cities using delineators and discussed joining the AC Transit joint committee.
- Directed Mayor Cutter to contact cities with delineators (e.g., Fremont) before continuing Fairmont Drive installation
- Discussed joining AC Transit joint committee (no formal action)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee discussed the Q3 2021 investment performance for the City's Pension and OPEB Trusts, with staff noting a healthy OPEB funding ratio and plans to engage an actuary for a future goal-range analysis. The Committee also received a status update on Budget Task Force recommendations, including the upcoming launch of the Safety Ambassador program on December 1, 2021, and progress on police oversight, mental health services, and other initiatives. No formal votes were taken; all items were for discussion only.
- Discussed Q3 2021 OPEB and Pension Trust investment report; no action taken
- Noted plan to engage actuary for OPEB goal-range analysis at future meeting
- Received update on Budget Task Force recommendations; no formal action
- Safety Ambassador program implementation set for December 1, 2021
- Police Review Board and auditor ordinance to be presented to City Council this month, second reading in December
- Mental health program with Alameda County Fire Department expected within 6-12 months
- $4.5M approved for street and road maintenance for FY2023
- RFP issued for financial software needs assessment; contract drafting with Tyler Technologies
City Council
The San Leandro City Council voted 3-3 with one abstention to reject both an urgency ordinance and a regular ordinance that would have required proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test to enter specified public places. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included resolutions on street overlay change orders, the LINKS Shuttle BID assessment, Microsoft Enterprise Agreement renewals, the ARPA budget, and remote meeting authorization. Additionally, the council passed an ordinance adding Chapter 3-24 on organics reduction and recycling to the municipal code.
- Rejected urgency ordinance to mandate proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test for public accommodations (3-3, 1 abstention)
- Rejected regular ordinance to mandate proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test for public accommodations (3-3, 1 abstention)
- Passed to print ordinance adding Chapter 3-24, Organics Reduction and Recycling (7-0)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes, cancellation of Nov 8 work session, and multiple resolutions (7-0)
- Adopted resolution authorizing construction change orders with DeSilva Gates Construction for street overlay project (consent)
- Adopted resolution accepting West San Leandro Shuttle BID annual report and imposing 2022 assessment rates (consent)
- Adopted resolution approving Microsoft Enterprise Agreement renewals totaling $410,559.51 (consent)
- Adopted resolution adopting ARPA budget for FY 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 (consent)
🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Human Services Commission
The Human Services Commission approved canceling the November 24 regular meeting and instead meeting on November 10 or 17, depending on staff availability (6-2). A motion to cancel the December 22 meeting and reschedule to December 8 or 15 failed (3-5). The commission also approved the agenda and minutes, and heard a presentation from the City Manager on organizational goals.
- Approved agenda amendment to move item 6.A up (8-0)
- Approved agenda as amended (8-0)
- Approved minutes of September 28, 2021 with typo correction (8-0)
- Approved canceling November 24 meeting, rescheduling to Nov 10/17 (6-2)
- Failed motion to cancel December 22 meeting, reschedule to Dec 8/15 (3-5)
Personnel Relations Board
The San Leandro Personnel Relations Board unanimously approved revisions to the Water Pollution Control Manager job specification, with two wording changes moved to different sections. It also approved revisions to five police job specifications (Recruit Trainee, Officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain) to align with community engagement priorities. The board approved the July 15, 2021 minutes with a wording change. No public comments were made.
- Approved July 15, 2021 minutes with 'postpone' changed to 'table' (5-0)
- Approved Water Pollution Control Manager spec revisions with wording changes (5-0)
- Approved Police Recruit Trainee, Officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain spec revisions (5-0)
Disaster Council
The San Leandro Disaster Council met for a special meeting on October 21, 2021, to discuss the city's COVID-19 response and preparedness. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting consisted of informational reports from various agencies. Key updates included vaccination rates, testing efforts, and participation in the Great Shakeout drill.
- No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission approved the agenda and minutes, and voted to cancel its December 16, 2021 meeting. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting consisted of procedural approvals, reports, and introductions.
- Approved agenda with items 6.A. and 6.B. moved after Item 11 (7-0)
- Approved minutes of September 16, 2021 (7-0)
- Cancelled December 16, 2021 regular meeting (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting (8-0)
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved the consent calendar, adopting resolutions to accept a $104,178 state library grant, increase funding for a homeownership consulting agreement by $40,255, and authorize contracts for business license tax administration and merchant services. The council also voted to schedule a discussion on council member compensation and stipends for the Rules Committee.
- Approved consent calendar (7-0)
- Adopted resolution accepting $104,178 California Library Literacy Services grant (Reso 2021-144)
- Adopted resolution increasing BAAHA consulting agreement by $40,255 to $76,185 (Reso 2021-145)
- Adopted resolution authorizing HdL service agreement up to $881,800 and Worldpay merchant services up to $95,000 annually (Reso 2021-146)
- Scheduled discussion on council compensation and stipends for Rules Committee (5-2)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Library-Historical Commission
The Library-Historical Commission re-held its September 21 regular meeting as a special meeting to cure a potential Brown Act violation, per state law. No substantive decisions were made; the agenda and July 20 minutes were approved, and staff provided updates on expanding the commission, the Mulford-Marina Branch project, and library staffing.
- Approved October 7, 2021 agenda (Heystek/Ritter)
- Approved July 20, 2021 minutes (Heystek/Chang)
- Adjourned at 7:49 PM (Heystek/Chang)
Recreation and Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission approved the agenda and minutes from September 1, 2021, both unanimously. Staff reported that pickleball court construction is ongoing with completion expected in summer 2022, and that a new well at Washington Manor Park affected the court location. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on reports and updates.
- Approved agenda as submitted (8-0)
- Approved minutes of September 1, 2021 (8-0)
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities and Transportation Committee met and received staff presentations on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan implementation, land use projects, and capital improvement projects. No formal decisions were made; the committee gave no direction to staff on any item.
- No formal decisions made; all items were informational only
City Council
The City Council adopted the Bay Fair Transit-Oriented Development (B-TOD) zoning ordinance, which adds a new zoning district and related amendments to the municipal code. The council also approved several consent calendar items, including a $540,720.12 contract renewal with Tyler Technologies for computer-aided dispatch and records management, and a $170,000 grant agreement for abandoned watercraft abatement. Additionally, the council voted to schedule an urgency ordinance requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination for indoor venues, a resolution declaring racism a public health crisis, and a proclamation honoring Frank Somerville.
- Adopted Ordinance 2020-012 creating Bay Fair Transit-Oriented Development (B-TOD) district (7-0)
- Approved $540,720.12 Tyler Technologies contract renewal for dispatch and records management (7-0)
- Authorized $170,000 SAVE-21 grant agreement for abandoned watercraft abatement (7-0)
- Adopted resolution allowing remote meetings for 30 days under AB 361 (7-0)
- Scheduled urgency ordinance requiring COVID-19 vaccination for indoor venues (7-0)
- Scheduled resolution declaring racism a public health crisis (7-0)
- Scheduled proclamation honoring Frank Somerville (5-1-1, with Ballew abstaining)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Human Services Commission
The Human Services Commission formed a subcommittee to review the CDBG/CAP grant recommendations list, designate, prioritize, and assign a timeline for the top five recommendations. The subcommittee will announce its selections at the October meeting. All other agenda items were procedural, including approval of the agenda and minutes from prior meetings.
- Formed subcommittee to review CDBG/CAP grant recommendations (6-0)
- Appointed Commissioners Borja, Combs, Peña, and Daevu to subcommittee (6-0)
- Approved agenda for September 28, 2021 (6-0)
- Approved minutes of July 28, 2021 (6-0)
- Approved minutes of May 26, 2021 (6-0)
Library-Historical Commission
The Commission received updates on expanding its membership to include historic preservation focus, with staff to present options to the City Council Rules Committee in November. The Mulford-Marina Branch project remains in the Capital Improvement Program with a projected start in 2024 and a $3.3 million funding shortfall. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.
- Approved the September 21, 2021 agenda (Prola/Heystek)
- Approved the July 20, 2021 minutes (Prola/Chang)
- Adjourned at 7:46 PM (Heystek/Prola)
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved the FY 2020-2021 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for submission to HUD, a $92,208 contract for 911 dispatch consoles, and an ordinance creating a Mobile Home Park Overlay District. It also removed from the table and approved the second reading of the Bay Fair TOD Specific Plan zoning ordinance. All votes were 7-0.
- Approved FY 2020-2021 CAPER for HUD submission (7-0)
- Approved $92,208 Watson Consoles 911 dispatch console agreement (7-0)
- Adopted MHP Mobile Home Park Overlay District ordinance (7-0)
- Approved removing from table and second reading of Bay Fair TOD Specific Plan ordinance (7-0)
- Approved $715,445 Climatec energy-efficiency contract amendment (consent)
- Approved $165,062.18 Rubicon turf maintenance amendment (consent)
- Approved first amendment to Washington Avenue development agreement (consent)
- Scheduled Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation, anti-idling and gas-powered landscaping equipment discussions
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Disaster Council
The San Leandro Disaster Council met for a special session to receive updates on the city's COVID-19 response and preparedness. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting consisted of reports from city staff, county agencies, hospitals, schools, and utilities. Key updates included the city's hybrid work model, a pilot testing program for unvaccinated employees, and participation in the Great Shakeout drill on October 21.
- No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.
- City Council is working on employee vaccination policies and testing sites for unvaccinated staff.
- City Hall remains in hybrid opening with services by appointment only.
- City will participate in the Great Shakeout drill on October 21, including an evacuation drill.
- Red Cross will hold its first in-person volunteer meeting on October 24 at Thrasher Park.
- SLUSD is developing a modified quarantine program for exposed students with twice-weekly testing.
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission meeting was largely informational. Staff presented updates on pedestrian improvements, and the commission heard reports on the Senior Community Center and FLEX RIDES. No substantive decisions were made; the only votes were to approve the agenda, approve prior minutes, and adjourn.
- Approved agenda for September 16, 2021 (6-0)
- Approved minutes of July 15, 2021 (6-0)
- Adjourned in memory of Ernest Comelo (6-0)
City Council
The City Council passed an ordinance adding a Mobile Home Park Overlay District to the zoning code and amending mobile home park conversion rules, aimed at anti-displacement. It also approved a first amendment to the development agreement for the 2436-2450 Washington Avenue residential project, and adopted an urgency ordinance extending the commercial eviction moratorium to align with the state. All votes were 7-0.
- Passed Ordinance 2021-009 adding MHP Mobile Home Park Overlay District and amending conversion rules (7-0)
- Passed Ordinance 2021-010 approving first amendment to development agreement for 2436-2450 Washington Ave (7-0)
- Adopted Urgency Ordinance 2021-011 extending commercial eviction moratorium to align with state (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-132 selecting Renewable 100 as default EBCE product (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-133 approving police chief employment agreement with Abdul Pridgen (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-122 appointing Francesca Carney to Library Historical Commission (7-0)
- Approved consent calendar including resolutions for commercial revitalization agreement, final map, and software renewals (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (27 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments approved Resolution 2021-009, granting a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review for a 7,036 sq. ft. fleet vehicle maintenance and repair facility at 14655 Wicks Blvd. The vote was 4-0, with one commissioner recused and two absent. The commission also received and filed the draft minutes from the July 1, 2021 meeting. No other formal decisions were made; the remaining agenda items were informational updates.
- Approved Resolution 2021-009, a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review for a 7,036 sq. ft. fleet maintenance facility at 14655 Wicks Blvd (vote: 4-0, 1 recused, 2 absent)
- Received and filed the draft minutes of the July 1, 2021 meeting (vote: 5-0, 2 absent)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Recreation and Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the July 7, 2021 meeting, both by a 5-0 vote with one absence. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting consisted of public comments, commissioner reports on park visits, and staff updates on projects like the Tennis Court/Pickleball Court rehabilitation and pool operations.
- Approved agenda as submitted (5-0, 1 absent)
- Approved July 7, 2021 minutes as submitted (5-0, 1 absent)
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities and Transportation Committee met to discuss a proposed change in East Bay Community Energy default rate products, staff updates on land use projects, and capital improvement projects. No formal decisions were made; the committee gave direction to staff to pursue a Safe Routes to School grant and to consider a future agenda item on preventing street 'donuts'.
- Directed staff to apply for a Safe Routes to School signal grant
- Suggested future agenda item on preventing street 'donuts'
Disaster Council
The San Leandro Disaster Council met on August 19, 2021, for a special meeting to discuss the city's COVID-19 response. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting consisted of informational updates from city departments, county agencies, hospitals, schools, and utilities. Key updates included the city's mask mandate for employees, a planned testing mandate for unvaccinated staff, and the extension of the state's small business grant program.
- No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational only
- City requires all employees to wear masks; testing mandate for unvaccinated staff being set up
- City Hall reopening paused for about three weeks; in-person City Council meetings postponed
- State extended $1.5 billion small business grant program; new applications due September 30
- San Leandro Unified School District adopted mask mandate for indoors and outdoors
Human Services Commission
The commission approved the agenda and June minutes, tabled May minutes, and received updates on City Hall reopening and COVID-19 response. It re-elected Nicholas Sermeño as Chair and Zachary Borja as Vice Chair, approved an August recess, and tabled the CAP/CDBG debrief recommendations.
- Approved agenda for July 28, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved minutes of June 23, 2021 (5-0)
- Tabled minutes of May 26, 2021
- Elected Nicholas Sermeño as Chair (5-0)
- Elected Zachary Borja as Vice Chair (5-0)
- Approved August recess (5-0)
- Tabled CAP/CDBG debrief recommendations
Arts Commission
The San Leandro Arts Commission voted 6-0 to extend the Arts & Culture Grants Program application deadline to 11:59 p.m. on September 15, 2021, after receiving only a few applications. The commission also approved the agenda and minutes of the June 23 meeting, both by 5-0 votes. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational or discussions.
- Extended Arts & Culture Grants application deadline to Sept. 15, 2021 (6-0)
- Approved agenda of July 28, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved minutes of June 23, 2021 (5-0)
Library-Historical Commission
The Library-Historical Commission elected Arlene Lum as Chair and Jennifer Heystek as Vice Chair. The Commission discussed a proposal to add a member with historic preservation expertise, with feedback to be sent to the Rules and Communications Committee. No formal decision was made on the expansion.
- Elected Arlene Lum as Chair and Jennifer Heystek as Vice Chair
- Approved the July 20, 2021 agenda
- Approved the minutes of the May 18, 2021 meeting
- Discussed adding a historic preservation member, with feedback to be provided to the Rules and Communications Committee
- Adjourned the meeting at 7:54 p.m.
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved a resolution committing up to $7,000,000 in funding to Abode Communities for the acquisition and new construction of a 72-unit affordable housing project at 15101 Washington Avenue. The funding sources include $5,015,000 from Alameda County Measure A-1 Bond funding, $349,960 from California Housing and Community Development Permanent Local Housing Allocation, and $1,635,040 from the City Low-Mod Housing Asset Fund. The council also adopted the 2021 Climate Action Plan and an addendum to the 2035 General Plan Update Final Environmental Impact Report, and approved several consent calendar items including service agreements and resolutions.
- Approved $7,000,000 in funding for a 72-unit affordable housing project at 15101 Washington Avenue (Reso 2021-120)
- Adopted the 2021 Climate Action Plan and an addendum to the 2035 General Plan Update Final Environmental Impact Report (Reso 2021-113)
- Adopted a resolution to impose liens for non-payment of delinquent 2021 solid waste service charges, CUPA fees, code compliance penalties, planning permit fees, and sidewalk repairs (Reso 2021-111)
- Adopted a resolution overruling protests to the list of delinquent charges (Reso 2021-112)
- Approved a $304,763 contract with Redwood Painting Company for water pollution control plant structure recoating (Reso 2021-114)
- Approved an amendment with Steve's Pool Service for annual pool maintenance for an additional $59,500 per year (Reso 2021-115)
- Approved an amendment with Flagship Facility Services for citywide janitorial services not to exceed $773,018.64 plus $23,223.57 (Reso 2021-116)
- Approved a consulting agreement with Rincon Consultants for the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update not to exceed $500,000 (Reso 2021-118)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Disaster Council
The San Leandro Disaster Council met on July 15, 2021, for a special meeting focused on the city's COVID-19 response. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting consisted of informational reports from city, county, and partner agencies. Key updates included rising case rates among unvaccinated residents, a pop-up vaccine clinic scheduled for July 21, and the cancellation of the July CERT training due to low enrollment.
- No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
- Noted cancellation of July virtual CERT training due to low sign-ups
- Noted upcoming pop-up vaccine clinic on July 21 at San Leandro City Council (SCC)
- Noted removal of COVID vaccine requirement for hazard pay ordinance; hazard pay continues through July 29, 2021
Senior Commission
The San Leandro Senior Commission met on July 15, 2021, and approved the agenda and minutes from June 17, 2021, both by unanimous votes. The Commission formed an Asset Inventory Ad Hoc committee to compile a draft asset list for the Age Friendly Initiative, with Commissioners Anderson, Dillon, Miller, and Wu volunteering. Woycheshin was elected Chair and Comelo was elected Vice Chair, both by acclamation. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational or procedural.
- Approved agenda for July 15, 2021 (8-0)
- Approved minutes of June 17, 2021 (8-0)
- Formed Asset Inventory Ad Hoc committee; Anderson, Dillon, Miller, Wu volunteered
- Elected Woycheshin as Chair by acclamation
- Elected Comelo as Vice Chair by acclamation
- Adjourned at 11:43am (8-0)
City Council
The City Council approved the consent calendar as a single motion, adopting all items on it. This included nominating Chong Hong to the District 6 Recreation and Parks Commission and authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with Pacific Gas and Electric Company for abandoned facilities. No items were removed from the consent calendar for separate discussion.
- Approved the consent calendar in one motion, carried 7-0.
- Adopted the nomination of Chong Hong to the District 6 Recreation and Parks Commission (Min Order 2021-022).
- Adopted a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with PG&E for abandoned facilities (Reso 2021-109).
- Received and filed a staff report on the PG&E agreement.
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Recreation and Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission elected Litha Zuber as Chair and Gary Hanna as Vice Chair for the upcoming term. The commission also approved going dark (canceling) its August 2021 meeting. Staff reported that Farrelly Pool is scheduled to open in July, and a vaccination clinic is set for July 21 at the Senior Community Center.
- Elected Litha Zuber as Chair and Gary Hanna as Vice Chair (6-0)
- Approved canceling the August 2021 commission meeting (6-0)
- Approved the July 7, 2021 agenda (5-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved the June 2, 2021 minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities and Transportation Committee discussed the Paratransit FLEX Shuttle Expansion and Implementation Plan, directing staff to explore electric transportation grants and outreach to community groups. They also discussed future agenda items, including a tree replacement policy, a soft-story regulations presentation, and installing public safety cameras. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational.
- Directed staff to investigate electric car and charging station grants for transportation options.
- Suggested staff talk to more groups, such as Pastor Fong with Heritage Baptist, to promote the paratransit service.
- Agreed with the plan for the September meeting agenda.
- Requested a policy for replacing trees removed due to sidewalk repair, either in the same location or elsewhere.
- Requested a presentation on Soft-Story Regulations.
- Requested consideration of installing more public safety cameras throughout the city.
City Council
The City Council voted 4-2 (with one recusal) to deny appeals by East Bay Residents for Responsible Development and Laborers International Union Local 304, thereby affirming the Board of Zoning Adjustments' approval of a conditional use permit, parking exception, and site plan review for the Callan & East 14th Street project. The council also adopted an urgency ordinance amending the grocery worker hazard pay ordinance to terminate on July 29, 2021, and approved several consent calendar items including a $40,000 parking consulting agreement and resolutions for the Heron Bay Maintenance Assessment District. Several agenda items were continued to the July 12, 2021 adjourned meeting.
- Denied appeals, affirmed zoning approval for Callan & East 14th St project (4-2, Azevedo recused)
- Adopted urgency ordinance amending grocery worker hazard pay to end July 29, 2021 (6-0, Cutter abstained)
- Approved $40,000 consulting agreement with Dixon Resources Unlimited for parking impact studies (7-0)
- Adopted resolution for Heron Bay Maintenance Assessment District levy and collection FY 2021-2022 (6-0, Simon recused)
- Adopted resolution accepting Engineer's Report for Heron Bay Maintenance Assessment District (6-0, Simon recused)
- Continued items 6, 7, 8.A, 8.B, 11, 12, 13, 14 to July 12, 2021 adjourned meeting (6-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments approved a resolution recommending the City Council adopt zoning code amendments to add a Mobile Home Park Overlay District and amend mobile home park conversion rules, along with zoning map changes. The commission also approved a parking exception for a catering service at 110 San Leandro Boulevard and recommended approval of a first amendment to the development agreement for the residential project at 2436-2450 Washington Avenue. The meeting was held via teleconference due to COVID-19, with Vice Chair Pon absent.
- Approved Resolution 2021-008 recommending City Council adoption of zoning code amendments adding Chapter 3.34 (MHP Overlay District) and amending Chapter 5.28 (Mobile Home Park Conversions), with zoning map amendments (6-0-1).
- Approved Resolution 2021-007 granting a parking exception for catering services at 110 San Leandro Boulevard (4-1-1).
- Approved Resolution 2021-006 recommending City Council approval of the first amendment to the development agreement for the residential project at 2436-2450 Washington Avenue (6-0-1).
- Received and filed the draft minutes of the June 3, 2021 meeting (5-0-1).
- Received correspondence from Sarah Bailey regarding item 7.A and other correspondence on items 6.E and 6.F.
- Heard a staff update on the Multi-Family Development Standards Project.
- Heard a follow-up report on the draft 2021 Climate Action Plan; Chair Boldt apologized for a prior comment to Sustainability Manager Fei Mok.
- Adjourned at 10:20 PM; no meeting scheduled for August.
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council held a public hearing and unanimously adopted the biennial budget for the City of San Leandro for fiscal years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023, along with budgets for the Public Financing Authority and the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency. The council also approved a consent calendar that included updates to the conflict of interest code, the city's appropriation limit, a contract amendment for the Farrelly Pool project, and an extension of the local COVID-19 emergency proclamation.
- Adopted the City of San Leandro biennial budget for FY 2021-22 and 2022-23 (7-0, Reso 2021-096)
- Adopted the Public Financing Authority biennial budget for FY 2021-22 and 2022-23 (7-0, Reso 2021-001 PFA)
- Adopted the Successor Agency biennial budget for FY 2021-22 and 2022-23 (7-0, Reso 2021-003 SA)
- Approved consent calendar including update to Conflict of Interest Code (Reso 2021-097)
- Established city appropriation limit for FY 2021-22 (Reso 2021-098)
- Approved $17,600 increase to RCraneCX contract for Farrelly Pool LEED commissioning, total not to exceed $65,100 (Reso 2021-099)
- Extended local COVID-19 emergency proclamation (Reso 2021-100)
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved four resolutions: amending the Meyers Nave legal services agreement to increase funding, authorizing a legal services agreement with Bertrand, Fox, Elliot, Osman & Wenzel for tort liability, approving a $637,200 contract with Priority 1 for police vehicle equipment, and declaring the second Monday of October as Indigenous Peoples' Day. All resolutions passed unanimously (7-0). The council also voted to schedule future discussions on a Native People's Land Acknowledgement, a safe parking zone permit program for the homeless, a fireworks safe zone, and the I-580 truck ban history.
- Approved amendment to Meyers Nave legal services agreement, increasing FY 2020-21 by $200,000 to $1,140,000 and FY 2021-22 to $1,125,000 (7-0, Reso 2021-101)
- Authorized legal services agreement with Bertrand, Fox, Elliot, Osman & Wenzel for tort liability claims up to $500,000, with 10% change order authority (7-0, Reso 2021-102)
- Approved $637,200 contract with Priority 1 Public Safety Equipment Installation for police vehicle maintenance and outfitting (7-0, Reso 2021-103)
- Declared second Monday of October as Indigenous Peoples' Day in lieu of Columbus Day (7-0, Reso 2021-104)
- Scheduled discussion on Native People's Land Acknowledgement for future committee agenda (7-0)
- Scheduled discussion on safe parking zone permit program for homeless (7-0)
- Scheduled discussion on fireworks safe zone and sales beginning 2022 (7-0)
- Scheduled research on I-580 truck ban history (4-3, with Ballew, Cox, Cutter dissenting)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Human Services Commission
The Human Services Commission approved its June 23 agenda and tabled the May 26 minutes for the next meeting. Three commissioners volunteered for the nominating committee, and the commission began a brainstorming debrief of the Community Assistance Program and Community Development Block Grant cycle, with final recommendations due at the next meeting. No public comments or correspondence were received.
- Approved June 23 agenda (7-0)
- Tabled May 26 minutes
- Volunteered Abelee, Peña, Sermeño for nominating committee
- Began CAP/CDBG grant cycle debrief
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission discussed four logo options for the new city website and selected the Geometric Shape Only design, with a suggestion to add 'Since 1872'. The commission also agreed to invite Endangered Species Day contest winners to a future meeting, requested the Arts & Culture Grants Program deadline be extended by a week, and expressed interest in repeating the Virtual Arts and Crafts Show next year.
- Selected Geometric Shape Only logo for new city website
- Agreed to invite Endangered Species Day contest winners to a future meeting with commendation
- Requested Arts & Culture Grants Program announcement be posted on Instagram
- Requested deadline for Arts & Culture Grants Program be extended by one week
- Requested more artwork be added to Hesperian Triangle site
- Expressed interest in holding Virtual Arts and Crafts Show again next year
City Council
The City Council approved the parking management program for the 42-unit multifamily development at 1388 Bancroft Avenue, with a friendly amendment requiring two additional parking studies. The first study, to be completed by Dixon Resources Unlimited by the end of September, will assess parking when school is in session; the second will be conducted by a separate consultant. The motion passed 5-2, with Councilmembers Aguilar and Azevedo voting no. The Council also declined to incorporate a 10-second timed pause after public comment announcements during online meetings, voting 7-0.
- Approved the parking management program for 1388 Bancroft Avenue with two additional parking studies (Min Order 2021-020).
- Rejected the proposal to add a 10-second timed pause after public comment announcements during online meetings (Min Order 2021-021).
- Approved the consent calendar, including minutes from prior meetings and several resolutions.
- Adopted Resolution 2021-088 approving Amendment No. 3 for $239,957 to Nichols Consulting Engineers for street overlay design services.
- Adopted Resolution 2021-089 granting an easement to Alameda County Flood Control for storm drainage.
- Adopted Resolution 2021-090 approving a $150,000 CDBG agreement with Rebuilding Together Oakland-East Bay for housing rehabilitation.
- Adopted Resolution 2021-091 extending the Townsend Public Affairs contract for legislative advocacy and grant writing support up to $96,000.
- Adopted Resolution 2021-093 authorizing a grant application for up to $4.47 million to renovate Memorial Park.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Disaster Council
The Disaster Council met to discuss the city's COVID-19 response, including vaccination rates and reopening plans. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with updates from county and city agencies. The meeting adjourned at 2:59 p.m.
- No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational.
- Updates were provided on COVID-19 vaccination rates and testing sites.
- County OES reported the shelter-in-place order was lifted on June 15, 2021.
- City Hall reopened for appointments on June 15, 2021.
- Plans for wildfire season and PSPS were discussed.
- CERT training is scheduled for July and December 2021.
- Vaccine clinics for students were held on June 4, 11, 25, and July 2.
- The meeting adjourned at 2:59 p.m.
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission approved canceling its August 2021 meeting and opened nominations for Chair and Vice Chair for 2021-2022, with elections to be held in July. No other substantive decisions were made; discussions on the Age Friendly Initiative and reports from the Alameda County Age Friendly Council were informational only.
- Approved canceling August 2021 meeting (7-0)
- Opened nominations for Chair and Vice Chair; election set for July meeting
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved a $3,656,891 construction contract with American Pavement Systems, Inc. for the Annual Street Sealing 2019-2021 Project, and adopted resolutions adjusting environmental services fees, approving CAP grants, and establishing a Section 115 pension trust with a $750,000 transfer. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The council also scheduled several agenda items for future committee discussions, including a military banner program and translation services.
- Awarded $3,656,891 street sealing contract to American Pavement Systems, Inc. (7-0)
- Adopted resolution adjusting Environmental Services fees effective July 1, 2021 (7-0)
- Approved FY2022 street maintenance projects funded by state gas tax (7-0)
- Approved Community Assistance Program grants of $150,000 per year for FY2021-22 and FY2022-23 (7-0)
- Approved agreement with Chandler Asset Management for investment services (7-0)
- Established Section 115 pension trust with PARS, transferring $750,000 (7-0)
- Scheduled discussion on military banner program for Facilities and Transportation Committee (7-0)
- Scheduled discussion on removing Mayor David Karp's name from library room (6-1, Mayor Cutter dissenting)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments recommended the City Council adopt the 2021 Climate Action Plan, but only with revisions based on comments from the meeting. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for an animal hospital at 2181 Doolittle Drive. A motion to recommend the plan as written failed.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit PLN21-0002 for animal hospital at 2181 Doolittle Drive (6-0)
- Recommended City Council adopt 2021 Climate Action Plan with revisions (5-1)
- Motion to recommend Climate Action Plan as written failed (2-4)
- Elected Kenneth Pon as Vice Chair (6-0)
- Received and filed May 6, 2021 minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Recreation and Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission voted to recommend that City Council consider converting two tennis courts into pickleball courts at Heath Court and Washington Manor Park, based on survey results. The commission also approved the agenda, minutes, and consent items, and heard reports on park maintenance and recreation programs.
- Recommended City Council consider converting two tennis courts to pickleball at Heath Court and Washington Manor Park (4-0-1)
- Approved agenda as submitted (5-0)
- Approved minutes of May 5, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved consent items as submitted (5-0)
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities and Transportation Committee met on June 2, 2021, and took a site tour of the renovated H. Lawrence Building and Surlene Grant Community Room. No formal decisions were made; the only direction to staff was to inquire about AC Transit's commitments regarding a punch list. The meeting adjourned at 4:51 p.m.
- Directed staff to follow up with AC Transit on punch list commitments
- No other formal actions taken; meeting was informational
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission voted to go dark (not meet) during the summer and elected Elizabeth Thomas as Chair and Judy Zhou as Co-Chair for the 2021-2022 term. They also discussed future activities, including an e-tournament, a Round Table Pizza fundraiser, direct donations, a winter toy drive, and graduation stoles. The meeting was procedural and included no public comments.
- Approved agenda as submitted (11 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstain, 10 absent)
- Approved minutes of May 18, 2021 (11 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstain, 10 absent)
- Voted to go dark throughout the summer (11 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstain, 10 absent)
- Elected Elizabeth Thomas as Chair for 2021-2022 (11 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstain, 10 absent)
- Elected Judy Zhou as Co-Chair for 2021-2022 (11 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstain, 10 absent)
Human Services Commission
The commission met virtually and approved the agenda, amended minutes from April 28, and adjournment, all unanimously (6-0). No substantive policy decisions were made; updates were provided on homeless funding programs and CAP grant next steps.
- Approved agenda of May 26, 2021 (6-0)
- Approved minutes of April 28, 2021 with amendments (6-0)
- Approved adjournment at 7:53pm (6-0)
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission held an advisory vote on four proposed color themes for the new City of San Leandro website, with commissioners favoring red (4 votes) over gold (2 votes), and public comment favoring red (2 votes) over purple (1 vote). The vote was advisory only, not a final decision. The commission also approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, and received updates on various arts projects, including the grants program and public art installations.
- Approved agenda of May 26, 2021 (6-0)
- Approved minutes of April 28, 2021 (6-0)
- Advisory vote on website color themes: Red (4 commissioner votes, 2 public), Gold (2 commissioner votes), Purple (1 public)
Rules Committee
The Rules Committee recommended naming the existing Police Administration Building the 'Robert J. P. Maginnis Police Administration Building' and will report it to the City Council. It also supported proposed mobile home park anti-displacement policy amendments, asking staff to return for further discussion. The tobacco retailer licensing ordinance discussion was continued to the next meeting.
- Recommended naming police building after Chief Maginnis (consensus)
- Supported mobile home park anti-displacement policy amendments (consensus)
- Continued tobacco retailer licensing ordinance to next meeting (consensus)
City Council
The City Council accepted the 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report and adopted the corresponding minute order (Min Order 2021-019) with a unanimous 7-0 vote. Council also voted unanimously to schedule future discussions on opting up to 100% renewable energy through EBCE and on increasing Inclusionary Housing requirements from 15-20% during the Housing Element update. A motion to amend the City Council Handbook to allow council comments on any agenda item and discuss proclamation processes was approved 4-3, with Ballew, Cox, and Mayor Cutter dissenting.
- Accepted 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report (7-0)
- Adopted Minute Order 2021-019 accepting the Housing Element report (7-0)
- Scheduled discussion on opting up to 100% renewable energy through EBCE (7-0)
- Scheduled discussion on Inclusionary Housing requirement increase from 15-20% (7-0)
- Approved scheduling discussion on City Council Handbook amendment and proclamation process (4-3)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Disaster Council
The San Leandro Disaster Council met for a special meeting to receive updates on COVID-19 response, including vaccination progress, reopening plans, and fire season preparedness. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational only.
- No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission discussed the Age Friendly Community asset inventory, with plans to review AARP materials and develop a draft inventory for City staff review. Two members volunteered to serve as the Commission's representative to the Alameda County Age Friendly Council. The Commission also heard updates on FLEX RIDES, COVID vaccinations, and the Senior Community Center's continued closure.
- Approved agenda for May 20, 2021 (7-0)
- Approved minutes of April 15, 2021 (6-0, 1 abstention)
- Discussed Age Friendly asset inventory; no formal action taken
- Comelo and Dillon volunteered to serve as representative to Alameda County Age Friendly Council
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
Library-Historical Commission
The Library-Historical Commission approved a proposal to name the existing Police Administration Building the Robert J.P. Maginnis Administrative Building, honoring the former police chief. The commission also selected a nominating committee for chair/vice chair and received updates on the Summer Reading Program and library reopening plans.
- Approved naming Police Administration Building as Robert J.P. Maginnis Administrative Building (MSC Polvorosa/Chang)
- Selected A. Lum as Chair Pro Tem for the meeting (MSC Heystek/Bowen)
- Approved May 18, 2021 agenda (MSC Heystek/Bowen)
- Approved March 16, 2021 minutes (MSC Bowen/Heystek)
- Volunteered Heystek and Polvorosa as nominating committee for chair/vice chair
- Adjourned meeting at 8:05 p.m. (MSC Heystek/Prola)
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved a resolution authorizing the city manager to pursue widespread deployment of solar and battery energy systems at critical municipal facilities in partnership with East Bay Community Energy (EBCE), with a unanimous 7-0 vote. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included several resolutions for infrastructure projects, legal services, and financial matters. Items 10.A., 11, 12, and 14 were not heard and were adjourned to the May 24, 2021 meeting.
- Adopted resolution to pursue solar and battery storage with EBCE (7-0)
- Approved consent calendar (7-0)
- Adopted resolution for Union Pacific Railroad crossing agreement and grant funds (consent)
- Adopted resolution for Harrison Engineering contract amendment (consent)
- Adopted resolution to accept Bicycle Network West work (consent)
- Adopted resolution for $14M Measure BB funding agreement (consent)
- Adopted resolution for legal services contract increase of $972,279 (consent)
- Adopted resolution for data center storage upgrade of $157,518.14 (consent)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments approved a conditional use permit for a 196-unit mixed-use development at 1188 E. 14th Street, with added conditions for electrical HVAC, solar panels, and increased inclusionary housing from 5 to 10 units. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for a mixed-use conversion at 511 Estudillo Avenue and a drainage easement conformance resolution. A motion to approve the 1188 E. 14th Street project without these conditions failed for lack of a second.
- Approved PLN18-0036 mixed-use development at 1188 E. 14th St with added conditions (4-3)
- Approved PLN20-0030 conditional use permit for mixed-use conversion at 511 Estudillo Ave (9-0)
- Approved drainage easement conformance resolution (7-0)
- Elected Dylan Boldt as new Chair (7-0)
- Received and filed February 4, 2021 minutes (7-0)
Recreation and Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission approved the agenda, prior meeting minutes, and consent items unanimously. They received updates on city pool renovations, pickleball, and park maintenance. No substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved agenda as submitted (5-0-1)
- Approved minutes of April 7, 2021 (6-0)
- Approved consent items as submitted (6-0)
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities & Transportation Committee unanimously supported advancing East Bay Community Energy's proposal for solar and battery energy storage systems at various city facilities to the full City Council for consideration. Staff updates on land use and capital improvement projects were presented with no direction given. The committee also requested future agenda items including Police Building Naming, Alta Mira, and an Ohlone Land Acknowledgment.
- Unanimously supported EBCE solar and battery storage proposal for City Council consideration
- No direction given on land use projects update
- No direction given on capital improvement projects update
- Requested future agenda items: Police Building Naming, Alta Mira, Ohlone Land Acknowledgment
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission unanimously approved a $1,000 grant distribution among five applicants: Arroyo High School Drama Club ($150), Assumption MSAT ($100), Eco Club ($600), GENup ($150), and VENVIRO (no amount specified). The commission also approved the agenda and minutes, and received updates on an upcoming e-tournament and Panda Express fundraiser.
- Approved agenda as submitted (18-0-0, 3 absent)
- Approved minutes of April 20, 2021 (18-0-0, 3 absent)
- Awarded $150 to Arroyo High School Drama Club
- Awarded $100 to Assumption MSAT
- Awarded $600 to Eco Club
- Awarded $150 to GENup
- Discussed e-tournament scheduled for May 22, 2021
- Discussed Panda Express fundraiser on May 15, 2021
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved an employment agreement with Frances Robustelli to serve as City Manager, with a 6-1 vote (Councilmember Simon dissenting). The council also adopted resolutions approving the HUD FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan, adjusting city fees and service charges for 2021-2022, and increasing business license fees, EMS tax, and 911 tax by the CPI of 1.84%. Several proclamations were presented, and numerous motions were made to schedule future agenda items, including studies on police culture, property crime, and park review.
- Approved employment agreement with Frances Robustelli as City Manager (6-1, Simon nay)
- Adopted HUD FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan (7-0)
- Adopted resolution adjusting city fees and service charges for 2021-2022 (7-0)
- Adopted ordinance increasing business license fees by CPI 1.84% (7-0)
- Adopted ordinance increasing EMS tax by CPI 1.84% (7-0)
- Adopted ordinance increasing 911 tax by CPI 1.84% (7-0)
- Adopted resolution supporting 100% ZEV sales by 2030 (7-0)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes and resolutions (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Human Services Commission
The commission reviewed and voted on funding recommendations for various community programs under the Community Assistance Program (CAP) and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Most programs were approved with specified amounts, but Davis Street Family Resource Center and Hively initially had their recommended amounts rejected before being approved at revised levels. All Saints Food Pantry was not recommended for funding due to capital expense restrictions.
- Approved agenda and minutes (8-0)
- All Saints Food Pantry: funding not recommended (8-0)
- CALICO: recommended for CDBG at $23,345 (8-0)
- Davis Street Family Resource Center: initial $45,566 CDBG not approved (2-6), then $35,000 approved (6-1-1)
- East Bay Agency for Children: recommended for CAP at $22,500 (8-0)
- Family Violence Law Center: recommended for CAP at $25,000 (8-0)
- Hively: initial $20,000 CAP not approved (1-6-1), then $10,000 approved (5-3)
- La Clinica de la Raza: recommended for CAP at $32,500 (7-0-1)
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission approved the April 28 agenda and the March 24 minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of procedural approvals and updates on ongoing projects, including the Mildred Howard sculpture, Hesperian Triangle artwork, and the Arts and Cultural Grants program.
- Approved April 28 agenda (5-0)
- Approved March 24 minutes (4-0-1)
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission met and approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. They discussed plans for a Panda Express fundraiser and postponed the e-tournament to May 22, 2021. No formal decisions were made beyond the approvals.
- Approved agenda for April 20, 2021 (17-0-0-4)
- Approved minutes of April 6, 2021 (17-0-0-4)
- Postponed e-tournament to May 22, 2021 (tentative)
City Council
The City Council adopted an ordinance changing regular meeting start time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and adding a 10:00 p.m. end time. They also approved several contracts, including a $245,442 construction contract for a HAWK pedestrian signal and a $550,352 curb ramp upgrade contract. The council renamed the baseball field at San Leandro Ball Park to 'Lou Profumo Field' and approved a $40,000 amendment for flood protection consulting.
- Adopted ordinance changing meeting start time to 6:30 p.m. and end time to 10:00 p.m. (7-0)
- Awarded $245,442 construction contract to Columbia Electric for Davis/Carpentier HAWK beacon project (7-0)
- Awarded $550,352 construction contract to Spencon Construction for curb ramp upgrades (7-0)
- Approved $244,250 biosolids hauling agreement with Denali Water Solutions (7-0)
- Approved $40,000 amendment for Neptune Drive flood protection consulting (7-0)
- Renamed baseball field to 'Lou Profumo Field' and approved plaque installation (7-0)
- Adopted ordinance for electronic filing of campaign disclosure statements (7-0)
- Appointed three members to Senior Commission (7-0 each)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Personnel Relations Board
The San Leandro Personnel Relations Board approved the creation of a new Planner classification series (Assistant, Associate, and Senior Planner) and revisions to the Project Specialist series, both by unanimous 4-0 votes. The board also approved an employment list extension for Assistant/Associate Engineer and the minutes from the January 21, 2021 meeting with minor revisions. All actions were taken with one member absent.
- Approved minutes of January 21, 2021 with minor revisions (4-0)
- Approved Employment List extension for Assistant/Associate Engineer (4-0)
- Approved new Planner series specifications (Assistant, Associate, Senior) (4-0)
- Adopted revisions to Project Specialist series (4-0)
Disaster Council
The San Leandro Disaster Council met on April 15, 2021, to receive updates on the city's COVID-19 response, including vaccination progress, reopening plans, and preparedness efforts. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational only, with reports from county and city agencies.
- No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational only
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission approved the AARP Age Friendly Community survey questions with modifications, including removing political preference questions and adding 'prefer not to answer' and 'not sure' options. The survey will be revised by AARP and reviewed again before distribution. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.
- Approved AARP survey questions with changes (6-0)
- Removed political preference questions D14 and D15 from survey
- Added 'prefer not to answer' option for demographic questions
- Added 'not sure' option to question Q13 about home repair contractors
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved minutes of March 18, 2021 (6-0)
Recreation and Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission approved a recommendation to install a memorial plaque honoring Lou Profumo and rename the field at San Leandro Ball Park to Lou Profumo Field. The commission also heard a presentation on converting tennis courts to pickleball courts and approved the agenda, minutes, and consent items. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved recommendation to install memorial plaque honoring Lou Profumo and rename field at San Leandro Ball Park to Lou Profumo Field (6 Ayes, 0 Nays, 0 Abstain)
- Approved agenda as submitted (5 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Abstain)
- Approved minutes of March 3, 2021 as submitted (5 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Abstain)
- Approved consent items as submitted (6 Ayes, 0 Nays, 0 Abstain)
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities & Transportation Committee discussed the Automated Red Light Enforcement Program but took no action, instead unanimously agreeing to bring the item to the City Council for a decision. Members requested additional data on yellow light timing and collisions involving bicycles and pedestrians. The committee also received staff updates on land use and project development projects, and requested future agenda items including a battery storage project by East Bay Community Energy.
- Received and filed the Automated Red Light Enforcement Program discussion, with a unanimous agreement to forward the item to City Council.
- Requested more information and statistics on yellow light timing and collisions involving bicycles and pedestrians before making a decision.
- Received and filed the staff update on land use projects.
- Received and filed the staff update on project development projects.
- Received and filed the discussion on future agenda items.
- Requested dedications for the Police Building as a future agenda item.
- Unanimously requested the Battery Storage Project by East Bay Community Energy for a future agenda item.
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission approved hosting a free community e-tournament on April 17, 2021, with gift prizes of $100, $75, and $50 for first, second, and third place teams. They also approved the agenda and minutes, and heard reports on fundraising and outreach efforts.
- Approved the agenda for April 6, 2021 (15 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstain, 6 absent).
- Approved the minutes of March 16, 2021 (15 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstain, 6 absent).
- Agreed to host the e-tournament as a free community event on April 17, 2021 at 12pm.
- Agreed to offer gift prizes for 1st ($100), 2nd ($75), and 3rd ($50) place teams in the e-tournament.
- Commissioners Miller and Suwandi will update the flyer and create a google form for participant information.
- Commissioner Thomas agreed to submit information about the Youth Mini Grant to the SLHS Clubs and Activities e-newsletter.
City Council
The City Council approved an ordinance changing regular meeting start time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and adding a 10:00 p.m. end time, with a 6-1 vote. It also adopted a resolution to amend the Administrative Code and Council Handbook to promote meeting efficiency, including a 5-question limit per council member. The council approved the consent calendar, including a $349,248 consulting agreement for the Crosstown Class IV Corridors Study and a resolution to submit a federal grant application for the Neptune Drive Shoreline Flood Protection Project.
- Approved ordinance changing meeting start time to 6:30 p.m. and end time to 10:00 p.m. (6-1)
- Adopted resolution amending Administrative Code and Council Handbook for meeting efficiency, including 5-question limit per council member (7-0)
- Approved $349,248 consulting agreement with Fehr & Peers for Crosstown Class IV Corridors Study (consent)
- Authorized federal grant application for Neptune Drive Shoreline Flood Protection Project (7-0)
- Approved sole source purchase of end dump trailer for $73,791.63 (consent)
- Approved budget adjustment adding full-time Administrative Assistant III to City Manager's Office (consent)
- Extended COVID-19 local emergency proclamation (consent)
- Approved nominations to Senior Commission (consent)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Disaster Council
The San Leandro Disaster Council met and received updates on the city's COVID-19 response. No formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports from city departments, county agencies, hospitals, and school districts. The city is developing a phased reopening plan, with Phase 1 (appointments only) possibly starting in early-to-mid May.
- No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.
- City staff reported developing a phased reopening plan for city services, with Phase 1 (appointments only) possibly starting in early-to-mid May.
- San Leandro Unified School District reported returning to hybrid learning on April 12, 2021.
- Alameda County reported moving into the Orange Tier, allowing more businesses to open.
- RHS reported a program providing free transit rides for seniors (60+) to vaccine sites.
- Police reported 5,177 COVID-19 cases in the city, with 30,673 first doses and 17,827 fully vaccinated.
- PG&E reported on wildfire preparedness and potential rolling blackouts.
- No public comments were provided.
Human Services Commission
The commission unanimously re-elected Peggy Combs as Chair and Nicholas Sermeño as Vice Chair. It also approved the agenda and minutes, and received updates on COVID-19 response, grant proposals, and the Citizen Budget Taskforce. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Re-elected Peggy Combs as Chair (7-0)
- Re-elected Nicholas Sermeño as Vice Chair (7-0)
- Approved agenda for March 24, 2021 (7-0)
- Approved minutes of February 24, 2021 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission
The San Leandro Arts Commission met on March 24, 2021, and approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 24, 2021 meeting, both by a 5-0 vote. No substantive decisions were made; the commission received updates on the Social Media Art Show Case (scheduled for May 1-31) and the 2021 Arts and Cultural Grants program, and agreed not to change the meeting date or start time.
- Approved agenda for March 24, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved minutes of February 24, 2021 (5-0)
- Agreed not to modify meeting date or start time
Disaster Council
The San Leandro Disaster Council met for a special meeting to receive updates on the city's COVID-19 response. No formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports from city staff, county agencies, hospitals, and community partners. Key updates included free transit rides to vaccination sites for seniors, progress on the emergency operations plan rewrite, and vaccination numbers for the city and county.
- No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.
- Heard that the city will receive $19 million in federal aid over two years (reported by Councilmember Ballew).
- Heard that 24,666 San Leandro residents had received their first COVID-19 shot and 10,969 had received both shots as of March 17.
- Heard that the emergency operations plan (EOP) rewrite team has started the process to update the plan, which will be brought to the Disaster Council for review.
- Heard that RHS has started a program providing free transit rides for seniors (60+) to vaccination sites in the county.
- Heard that Davis Street Family Resource Center is providing 170-180 vaccines per day, with 4,200 Moderna doses administered so far.
- Heard that Alameda County has administered over 615,000 vaccine doses, with 200,000 people fully vaccinated.
- Heard that the police department has at least 50% of staff fully vaccinated.
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission heard a presentation from AARP on its Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. The Commission discussed creating an action plan and decided not to pursue an AARP grant this year due to the upcoming deadline. The Commission also discussed COVID-19 vaccination outreach and received updates on the FLEX RIDES program and the Senior Community Center, which remains closed.
- Approved the agenda with a motion to move Item 6, Presentation, prior to Item 5, Correspondence.
- Approved the minutes of the February 18, 2021 meeting.
- Discussed the Age Friendly Community action plan and decided not to submit an AARP grant application this year.
- Discussed COVID-19 vaccination community outreach and education efforts.
- Approved a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Library-Historical Commission
The Commission approved the agenda and minutes, and discussed adding a seat for a historic preservation professional, which will be placed on a future agenda. Staff will schedule Senior Librarians from each division to present at the remaining 2021 meetings, with the Youth Services update and the seat request set for May. The Marina Branch Library project remains on hold due to lack of funding.
- Approved the March 16, 2021 agenda (MSC Lum/Heystek).
- Approved the January 26, 2021 minutes (MSC Lum/Bowen).
- Agreed to add the Historical Society's request for a new commission seat to a future agenda.
- Agreed to schedule Senior Librarian presentations from each division at the remaining 2021 meetings.
- Scheduled the Youth Services update and the seat request for the May meeting.
- Commissioners gave permission to share their email contact information.
- Adjourned at 8:23 p.m. (MSC Lum/Heystek).
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, both unanimously. They discussed the Youth Mini Grant, keeping the previous application and setting a timeline, and planned a Duckface fundraiser for April 10, 2021. No formal decisions were made on the grant or fundraiser, as details are still being finalized.
- Approved agenda for March 16, 2021 (14-0)
- Approved minutes of March 2, 2021 (14-0)
- Agreed to host Duckface fundraiser on 4/10/21
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved a $514,500 grant from the San Francisco Bay Restoration Authority for a planning study of the Long Beach Restoration project, and also approved a second-quarter budget amendment for the 2020-21 operating budget. The council adopted several resolutions on the consent calendar, including a new city website contract and a homeless outreach services agreement. No public hearings were held, and no items were removed from the consent calendar.
- Approved resolution accepting $514,500 grant for Long Beach Restoration planning study (7-0)
- Adopted 2020-21 mid-year financial report and second quarter budget amendment (7-0)
- Approved $78,873.56 contract with CivicPlus for new city website (7-0)
- Approved $33,000 increase to East Bay Innovations homeless outreach agreement (7-0)
- Approved Worldpay payment processing agreement for Monarch Bay Golf Club (7-0)
- Appointed Luis Mendoza to Planning Commission Board of Zoning Adjustment (7-0)
- Approved unconditional commitment not to repeat alleged Brown Act violation (7-0)
- Scheduled discussions on Shot Spotter, Downtown Streets Team, and funding alternatives for CIPs
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Disaster Council
The San Leandro Disaster Council met and received reports on COVID-19 response. The Police Department reported a vaccine site for law enforcement, and city staff are developing a return-to-work plan. Kaiser and San Leandro Hospital provided vaccination and reopening updates, and Davis Street Family Resource Center is vaccinating 150-170 patients daily. San Leandro Unified announced schools will reopen March 15 for small in-person cohorts, with voluntary attendance and a pilot testing program.
- Received updates on COVID-19 response from city departments, healthcare providers, and school districts.
- Noted that San Leandro Police staff received vaccines through a county law enforcement site.
- Heard that city staff are developing a plan to bring city staff back and reopen to the public.
- Heard that Emergency Services is coordinating a rewrite of the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) for comment by year-end.
- Heard that Kaiser Hospital is providing vaccines for Phase 1b and expanding as supplies allow.
- Heard that San Leandro Hospital is restoring services with masking and PPE monitoring in place.
- Heard that Davis Street Family Resource Center is vaccinating 150-170 patients daily and planning Saturday clinics.
- Heard that San Leandro Unified will open schools on March 15 for voluntary small in-person cohorts.
Recreation and Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission received an update on the Prop 68 application to make Memorial Park inclusive, but took no action on it. The commission approved the agenda, minutes, and consent items, and heard public comments about pickleball courts and a school field. Staff reported on park maintenance issues, including litter and the need for community input on converting a tennis court for pickleball.
- Approved the agenda as submitted (6-0-1).
- Approved the minutes of February 3, 2021 (6-0-1).
- Approved consent items as submitted (6-0-1).
- Adjourned the meeting at 7:48 p.m. (6-0-1).
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities & Transportation Committee received and filed updates on the Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program, Pedestrian Crossing Improvements, and Project Development Projects. No formal votes were taken; the committee issued several requests to staff, including updates on equipment purchases, speed bump lists, and outreach on traffic calming.
- Received and filed Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program update
- Received and filed Pedestrian Crossing Improvements update
- Received and filed Project Development Projects update
- Received and filed Future Agenda Items discussion
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. They discussed a potential collaboration with the library, with three commissioners expressing interest in forming a committee. The Chipotle fundraiser raised $176.80 for the Youth Mini Grant, and plans for a safe egg hunt were discussed.
- Approved the agenda as submitted (15 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstain, 6 absent).
- Approved the minutes of February 16, 2021 as submitted (15 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstain, 6 absent).
- Discussed library collaboration; three commissioners voiced interest in forming a YAC/Library Committee.
- Reported that the Chipotle fundraiser raised $176.80 for the Youth Mini Grant.
- Discussed the upcoming Porky's Pizza Palace fundraiser; flyer to be shared via social media.
- Discussed a safe egg hunt/egg pick-up for the spring event.
City Council
The City Council adopted Ordinance 2021-002, requiring large grocery stores in San Leandro to pay employees an additional $5 per hour in temporary hazard pay during a specified period related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The vote was 5-1, with Councilmember Ballew voting no and Mayor Cutter recused. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included a $1,874,058 construction contract for sewer repairs and a $2,670,000 soil remediation agreement, among other items.
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-002 requiring large grocery stores to pay employees an additional $5/hour in temporary hazard pay (5-1, Mayor recused).
- Approved consent calendar, including a $1,874,058 contract to Westland Contractors for sanitary sewer point repairs.
- Adopted Resolution 2021-037 approving a one-time amnesty program waiving uncollectable overdue library fines.
- Adopted Resolution 2021-040 authorizing a $2,670,000 consulting agreement with Leland Environmental Solutions for soil remediation at the Water Pollution Control Plant.
- Adopted Resolution 2021-042 extending the local emergency proclamation due to COVID-19.
- Approved minutes of the Facilities and Transportation Committee meeting of December 2, 2020.
- Scheduled a discussion on an Emergency Broadband Benefit Program for discounts on devices and internet services.
- Scheduled a discussion on dredging the Marina for ferry service and using dredge spoils for flood protection.
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Human Services Commission
The Human Services Commission approved the FY 21-23 Community Assistance Program (CAP) grant priorities. They also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from December 9, 2020. The commission received updates on COVID-19 response services, the postponed Point-In-Time count, and the CAP grant timeline. No public comments or correspondence were received.
- Approved FY 21-23 CAP Grant Priorities (8 ayes, 0 nays)
- Approved meeting agenda for February 24, 2021 (8 ayes, 0 nays)
- Approved minutes of December 9, 2020 (8 ayes, 0 nays)
- Approved meeting adjournment (8 ayes, 0 nays)
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission approved a funding allocation of up to $4,500 for a Boys and Girls Club shade structure. It also approved an update on the 2021 Arts and Cultural Grants program with conditions, including establishing a subcommittee and revising contract text to require organizations to be 501c3 non-profits located in San Leandro for at least 24 months. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public comments or correspondence.
- Approved agenda for February 24, 2021 (5-0).
- Approved minutes of November 25, 2020 and January 27, 2021 (5-0).
- Approved funding allocation of up to $4,500 for Boys and Girls Club shade structure (6-0).
- Approved update on San Leandro Arts and Cultural Grants 2021 with conditions (6-0).
- Established subcommittee (Scotland, Guillory, Perez-Rendon) for grants program.
- Revised grant contract text to require 501c3 status and 24-month location in San Leandro.
Community Advisory Budget Task Force
The Community Advisory Budget Task Force approved the creation of an ad hoc committee to summarize its approved budget recommendations. The committee will synthesize and condense the list of recommendations for presentation at the March 6 Town Hall. The meeting also included updates from three ad hoc committees on community engagement, revenue enhancement, and public workshop planning.
- Approved creation of ad hoc committee to summarize budget recommendations (consensus)
- Approved minutes of January 27, 2021 meeting (consensus)
- Ad hoc committee members appointed: Chandler, Day-Rodriguez, Gonzalez, Katz-Lacabe, Robertson, Shafer, Wong
Rules Committee
The Rules Committee discussed renaming the police administration building after Chief Robert J. P. Maginnis and the baseball field after Lou Profumo. The committee recommended moving the ball field naming forward to the Recreation and Human Services Department, but asked staff to do additional research on Chief Maginnis before making a decision. No formal votes were taken; decisions were by consensus.
- Moved the Lou Profumo ball field naming forward to the Recreation and Human Services Department
- Requested additional research on Chief Maginnis before deciding on the police building renaming
Disaster Council
The Disaster Council held a special meeting to discuss the city's COVID-19 response, including vaccine distribution, testing, and community outreach. No formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of informational reports from various agencies and partners.
- No formal decisions were made; meeting was informational only
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission discussed creating an Age Friendly Action Plan, with members agreeing to review plans from other cities and await AARP guidance. They also discussed COVID-19 vaccination outreach for seniors without digital access, including using newsletters, wellness calls, and community channels. No formal decisions were made on these topics; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.
- Approved agenda of February 18, 2021 (7-0)
- Approved minutes of January 21, 2021 (7-0)
- Discussed Age Friendly Action Plan; agreed to review plans from Fremont, Berkeley, Corte Madera, and Honolulu
- Discussed COVID-19 vaccination outreach; agreed to keep topic on agenda for 2021
- Adjourned at 11:25 am (7-0)
City Council
The San Leandro City Council adopted an urgency ordinance requiring large grocery stores to pay employees an additional $5 per hour in temporary hazard pay during the COVID-19 pandemic, and also passed a related ordinance to print. The council also approved several resolutions, including appointing Xouhoa Bowen to the Library-Historical Commission and proclaiming April 18 as a day recognizing Steven Taylor and the sanctity of every human life. All votes were 5-0 or 6-0 with one absence, except the hazard pay ordinances which had Mayor Cutter recused.
- Adopted urgency ordinance requiring large grocery stores to pay $5/hr hazard pay (5-0, Mayor recused)
- Passed to print ordinance for $5/hr grocery hazard pay (5-0, Mayor recused)
- Appointed Xouhoa Bowen to Library-Historical Commission (6-0)
- Proclaimed April 18 as day recognizing Steven Taylor and sanctity of life (6-0)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes and resolutions (6-0)
- Approved $78,500 amendment for Farrelly Pool architectural services (consent)
- Approved $99,472.01 sole-source truck purchase (consent)
- Approved $40,000 amendment for OIR Group investigation services (consent)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission voted to host a fundraiser at Porky's Pizza Palace on March 15, 2021, and discussed potential spring events including egg kits and a scavenger hunt. The commission also received updates on a Chipotle fundraiser and City Council topics.
- Approved agenda as submitted (16-0-0, 5 absent)
- Approved minutes of Feb 2, 2021 (16-0-0, 5 absent)
- Approved hosting fundraiser at Porky's Pizza Palace on March 15, 2021 (16-0-0, 5 absent)
Community Advisory Budget Task Force
The Community Advisory Budget Task Force met and continued drafting a list of budget ideas, grouped according to City Council guiding principles. These ideas will be presented for community input at a special Town Hall meeting on Saturday, March 6, 2021. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily a working session.
- Continued drafting budget ideas grouped by City Council guiding principles
- Scheduled community input at Town Hall special meeting for March 6, 2021
- Requested adding action item to next agenda: Ad Hoc Committee to Summarize Recommendations
Community Advisory Budget Task Force
The San Leandro Community Advisory Budget Task Force voted 13-12 against a motion to stop reading written public comments aloud, meaning they will continue to be read if requested. The task force also adopted a shared values statement, adjusted its meeting schedule, and approved a strategy for developing budget recommendations.
- Rejected motion to stop reading written public comments aloud (13-12)
- Adopted shared values statement with amendment changing 'greater community' to 'broader community' (consensus)
- Approved meeting schedule changes: Town Hall on March 6, 11am-3pm, and meeting on March 17, 5:30-8:30pm (consensus)
- Approved round robin strategy for developing recommendations, with 5-minute time limit per member (consensus)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The San Leandro Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments approved a Conditional Use Permit for a vehicle storage facility at 2539 Grant Avenue, with a 7-0 vote. The commission also approved minutes from the November 5, 2020 meeting with two corrections. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit PLN20-0001 for vehicle storage at 2539 Grant Avenue (7-0)
- Approved November 5, 2020 draft minutes with corrections to commissioner list and meeting date reference (7-0)
Disaster Council
The San Leandro Disaster Council met for a special meeting to receive updates on the city's COVID-19 response. No formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of informational reports from city staff, county agencies, hospitals, and school districts. Key updates included the opening of a FEMA megapod at the Coliseum, county vaccination efforts, and local hospital and school district activities.
- No formal decisions were made; meeting was informational only
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities & Transportation Committee received and filed updates on AC Transit Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects, and land development projects. Mayor Cutter requested a walkthrough of BRT work to review punch list items, and the committee unanimously requested future agenda items including CIP status and planning, neighborhood traffic calming, and enhanced crosswalk requests. No formal votes were taken.
- Received and filed BRT status update (unanimous)
- Received and filed CIP project update (unanimous)
- Received and filed land development update (unanimous)
- Requested walkthrough of BRT work to review punch list items (Mayor Cutter)
- Requested future agenda items: Baseball Park Dedication (Mayor Cutter)
- Requested future agenda items: CIP Status and Planning, Neighborhood Traffic Calming, Enhanced Crosswalk requests (unanimous)
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission met and approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. They discussed marketing strategies for a Chipotle fundraiser and received updates on a possible Porky's Pizza Palace fundraising event. Henry Miller volunteered to organize an e-tournament. No formal decisions were made beyond the approvals.
- Approved agenda for February 2, 2021 (13-0)
- Approved minutes of January 19, 2021 (13-0)
City Council
The City Council voted 5-2 to table the second reading of the Bay Fair Transit-Oriented Development (B-TOD) ordinance, delaying its adoption. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included contracts for pest control, a fire truck purchase, and COVID-19 quarantine paid leave, and made several appointments and scheduling decisions.
- Tabled Bay Fair Transit-Oriented Development ordinance (5-2)
- Approved consent calendar including pest control contract with Advanced IPM ($29,061.33/month + $7,000 call-out)
- Approved replacement fire truck acquisition from Golden State Fire Apparatus (not to exceed $301,000)
- Approved paid leave for employees quarantining due to work-related COVID-19 exposure
- Approved salary schedule amendment adding Financial Services Manager classification
- Nominated Xouhoa Bowen to Library-Historical Commission (7-0)
- Scheduled work session on Bay Fair plan within 12-18 months (7-0)
- Scheduled discussion on gun buy-back program (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Arts Commission
The San Leandro Arts Commission re-elected Erika A. Garcia as chair and Dina Herrera as vice chair, both by 6-0 votes. The commission also approved a future agenda item to allocate funding for the Boys and Girls Club's shade structure, which has design and engineering costs of $18,000. The commission requested that the COVID-19 Performing Arts Worker Relief Fund application be translated into Spanish and Chinese.
- Re-elected Erika A. Garcia as chair (6-0)
- Re-elected Dina Herrera as vice chair (6-0)
- Approved future agenda item to allocate funding for Boys and Girls Club shade structure (6-0)
- Approved agenda of January 27, 2021 (5-0)
Community Advisory Budget Task Force
The Community Advisory Budget Task Force approved extending its meeting time to three hours, sent a draft Statement of Shared Values back to the ad-hoc committee to add 'transparency' and 'will of the people', and scheduled a town hall meeting for March 6, 2021 from 11am to 3pm. They also received a presentation on the long-term budget forecast and discussed budget balancing measures.
- Approved extending meeting time to three hours with two five-minute breaks (consensus)
- Sent draft Statement of Shared Values back to ad-hoc to include 'transparency' and 'will of the people' (consensus)
- Selected ad hoc members for town hall planning: Bailey, Day-Rodriguez, Erb, Gonzalez, Grant, Katz-Lacabe, Magallon (consensus)
- Scheduled town hall meeting for March 6, 2021, 11am-3pm (21-3-2 vote)
Rules Committee
The San Leandro Rules Committee met and discussed future agenda items, hearing from approximately 15 public speakers. No formal decisions were made; the outstanding discussion topics will be brought back to the committee at a future meeting.
- No formal decisions made; discussion only on future agenda items
Library-Historical Commission
The Library-Historical Commission held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions of its own. The City Council unanimously approved the Commission's recommendation to eliminate library fines and fee cards, with a formal resolution to amend the fee schedule pending. The Commission also discussed the suspension of curbside pickup due to the state shelter-in-place order, with plans to resume in about a month, and set future agenda items including summer programs and the Marina/Mulford branch update.
- Approved January 26, 2021 agenda (MSC)
- Approved November 17, 2020 minutes (MSC)
- City Council unanimously approved elimination of library fines and fee cards (reported)
- Adjourned at 8:07 p.m. (MSC)
Personnel Relations Board
The Personnel Relations Board approved creating a new Financial Services Manager classification and eliminating the Deputy Finance Director and Budget and Compliance Manager classifications, all in a 4-0 vote. The board also approved the October 15, 2020 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included informational updates on HR activities and executive changes.
- Approved new Financial Services Manager classification (4-0)
- Eliminated Deputy Finance Director classification (4-0)
- Eliminated Budget and Compliance Manager classification (4-0)
- Approved October 15, 2020 minutes (4-0)
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission held a special meeting with six members present. They approved the agenda and the minutes from November 19, 2020, both unanimously. The commission discussed next steps for the Age Friendly Initiative, including introducing it at City Town Hall meetings, and discussed COVID vaccine outreach and education, noting challenges with distribution and the importance of education. No formal decisions were made on these discussion items.
- Approved agenda for January 21, 2021 (6-0)
- Approved minutes of November 19, 2020 (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 11:05am (6-0)
City Council
The San Leandro City Council unanimously approved a $400,000 appropriation from General Fund reserves to address business and community needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. The council also adopted a series of resolutions reappointing and appointing members to various commissions, and approved several consent calendar items including contract amendments and a local emergency extension. Additionally, the council voted to schedule discussions on hazard pay for grocery workers, a menthol cigarette ban, an internship program, and other topics.
- Approved $400,000 from General Fund reserves for COVID-19 business/community needs (7-0)
- Reappointed Dina Herrera to Arts Commission (7-0)
- Reappointed Arlene Lum to Library-Historical Commission (7-0)
- Reappointed Terry Guillory to Arts Commission (7-0)
- Reappointed Zachary James Borja to Human Services Commission (7-0)
- Reappointed Diana Prola to Library-Historical Commission (7-0)
- Reappointed Dylan Boldt to Planning Commission (7-0)
- Approved $216,620 contract amendment with Lee & Ro, Inc. (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission approved holding a Chipotle fundraiser on Saturday, February 20, 2021, with a unanimous vote (19 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions, 2 absent). The commission also accepted the agenda and minutes from prior meetings, and discussed other fundraising ideas, including a video game/e-tournament and a potential Valentine's community event, but took no formal action on those items.
- Approved Chipotle fundraiser for Feb. 20, 2021 (19-0-0, 2 absent)
- Accepted agenda for Jan. 19, 2021 meeting (19-0-0, 2 absent)
- Accepted minutes from Jan. 5, 2021 meeting (19-0-0, 2 absent)
Disaster Council
The San Leandro Disaster Council met to discuss the city's COVID-19 response, including vaccine distribution updates from Alameda County and local agencies. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with updates from county health, fire, police, hospitals, and school districts. The council noted the county's 55,441 cases, 681 deaths, and 19% ICU availability, and discussed vaccine phases and distribution plans.
- No formal decisions made; meeting was informational only
- Received update on Alameda County COVID-19 cases and vaccine distribution
- Noted Davis Street Family Resource Center designated as county testing site and will administer Moderna vaccine
- Discussed potential use of San Leandro Community Center for vaccine PODs
Youth Advisory Commission
The San Leandro Youth Advisory Commission met on January 5, 2021, and approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from December 15, 2020, both by unanimous vote. No substantive decisions were made; the commission discussed adapting fundraising strategies for 2021 and received updates on library programs and City Council activities.
- Approved January 5, 2021 agenda (20-0-0-1)
- Approved December 15, 2020 minutes (20-0-0-1)