Milpitas public meetings in 2023
6 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Resources Commission
The Commission received presentations on a grant for the Milpitas Community Center and upcoming special events. Staff provided updates on the Sister Cities Program and the City's Zoning Ordinance update. No substantive policy decisions were made during the meeting.
- Approved September 11, 2023 agenda (All Ayes)
- Approved June 5, 2023 minutes (All Ayes)
Economic Development & Trade Commission
The Commission received presentations on draft zoning districts and Manufacturing Day 2023. A special meeting was scheduled for September 18, 2023, to discuss the FY 24 Work Plan and quorum. The body also approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes.
- Approved September 11, 2023 meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Received presentation and incorporated suggestions on draft zoning districts (7-0)
- Received presentation on Manufacturing Day 2023 (7-0)
- Scheduled special meeting for September 18, 2023 to discuss FY 24 Work Plan and quorum (7-0)
Community Housing Commission
The Commission approved a $1,000 budget to fund various community events and objectives. The meeting also included reports on City Council approvals regarding smart ride expansion and the CDBG performance report.
- Approved $1,000 budget allocation for CDBG public meeting, Spring Cleaning, National Night Out, and other events (5-0)
- Approved September 6, 2023 agenda (5-0)
- Approved August 2, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
City Council
The City Council approved a $200,000 appropriation for the administration of the Below Market Rate Homeownership Program. The Council also authorized several maintenance and easement agreements for an affordable housing project at 355 Sango Court and approved a site permit for a swimming pool at 640 Evans Road.
- Approved $200,000 budget appropriation for Housekeys to administer Below Market Rate Homeownership Program
- Authorized three agreements (Stormwater, Public Trail Easement, and Encroachment) for affordable housing at 355 Sango Court
- Adopted Resolution No. 9270 for a swimming pool and site improvements at 640 Evans Road
- Adopted Resolution No. 9271 to apply for a Community Resilience Center Grant up to $3,500,000
- Approved FY 2022-2023 CDBG Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report
- Adopted Resolution No. 9272 to add Tract No. 10592 to Community Facilities District 2008-1
- Approved $2,250 travel for Councilmember Hon Lien to attend League of California Cities conference
- Appointed Suraj Viswanathan to Community Advisory Commission and confirmed two other commission appointments
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission received a progress report and held a study session on Phase 1 of the Comprehensive Zoning Update Project. The commission reviewed draft deliverables, including a Background Review and Recommendations Report, new zones, and an updated citywide zoning map.
- Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
- Received progress report and provided direction on Phase 1 Comprehensive Zoning Update deliverables
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
City Council
The City Council reviewed the City Council Procedures and Protocols Handbook and provided direction to staff for various modifications. No formal votes were taken on the handbook changes; staff will return with options and revised language for future consideration.
- Approved August 29, 2023 Special Meeting Agenda (4-0)