Pittsburg public meetings in 2024
28 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Pittsburg City Council will consider a 3.41% CPI‑based rate increase for Contra Costa Waste Service at the Recycling Center on Loveridge Road. It will also vote on adopting Transportation Impact Analysis Guidelines under CEQA and on how to fill the council seat vacated by Shanelle Scales‑Preston. Additionally, the Council will decide whether to accept a $408,000 Safe Streets and Roads for All grant and allocate matching funds for a $510,000 project budget.
- Rate increase of 3.41% for Contra Costa Waste Service, Inc. at the Recycling Center on Loveridge Road effective Jan 1 2025
- Adoption of the Transportation Impact Analysis Guidelines and thresholds (AP‑24‑0047) under Senate Bill 743
- Decision on the process to fill the vacant City Council seat after Councilmember Scales‑Preston’s election as County Supervisor
- Acceptance of a $408,000 Safe Streets and Roads for All grant and allocation of matching funds for a total project budget of $510,000
- Approval of a contract amendment up to $70,000 with Oliver John for planning services on the Baywalk Specific Plan
Planning Commission
The Pittsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Use Permit and Design Review application to construct a new 12,000‑square‑foot industrial warehouse for Hospital Systems, Inc. at 750 Garcia Avenue. Commissioners will also hear a request to modify the use permit for Doctorbird Market at 90 East 4th Street to allow a Type 42 alcoholic beverage license for a wine bar. The meeting includes a staff update on the city’s 2024 planning projects.
- Hospital Systems Inc. Warehouse Addition – Use Permit & Design Review (AP‑24‑0117), 12,000 sq ft industrial warehouse at 750 Garcia Avenue (Parcel 088‑250‑070)
- Doctorbird Market Use Permit Modification (AP‑23‑0048) to add Type 42 license for a wine bar at 90 East 4th Street (Parcel 085‑104‑006)
- 2024 Planning Project Update and Review – staff presentation on current city projects
City Council
The City Council will meet to adopt a resolution declaring the results of the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election. The meeting includes the administration of oaths for newly elected officers and the selection of the Mayor and Vice-Mayor.
- Adoption of resolution declaring November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election results
- Administration of oath of office for Juan Antonio Banales
- Administration of oath of office for Jelani Killings
- Selection of Mayor/Chair
- Selection of Vice-Mayor/Chair
Life Enrichment Subcommittee
The Life Enrichment Subcommittee is discussing the criteria and timeline for awarding Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for 2024-2025. The body is reviewing a new 5-year Consolidated Plan for 2025-2030 that prioritizes affordable housing, healthy food access, healthcare, and economic development.
- Review of CDBG subrecipient funding allocation process for Program Year 2024-2025
- Discussion of 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan priorities including affordable housing and mental health
- CDBG application period open through December 5, 2024
- Proposed 2025-2026 activities: grocery and food programs, affordable medical care, and childcare
- Update on My Brothers Keeper Initiative and Accelerator Community national grant opportunity
City Council
The Pittsburg City Council will consider and adopt an ordinance that assigns Planned Development zoning to the Pittsburg Technology Park Specific Plan area. The meeting also includes resolutions to update Habitat Conservation Plan mitigation fees, launch the Pittsburg Promise Community Scholarship, and approve several infrastructure project completions. Additional items cover reallocating unused ARPA funds for the Pittsburg Premier Fields project and other routine consent‑calendar actions.
- Adopt ordinance assigning Planned Development zoning to Pittsburg Technology Park Specific Plan (AP-24-0028)
- Approve update to Habitat Conservation Plan/NCCP mitigation fees
- Authorize Pittsburg Promise Community Scholarship for STEM education
- Accept completion of Project 2231 West Leland Rd. and Loveridge Rd. Phase II Rehabilitation
- Reallocate unused ARPA funds and award Project 3080 – Pittsburg Premier Fields
Finance Management Subcommittee
The Finance Management Subcommittee will review the 2024‑2025 budget through October 2024 and receive updates on ARPA, General Fund and Measure M surpluses. Staff will present a special revenues update that includes new ARPA allocations and other project funding. The subcommittee will consider a proposal to raise 2025 solid waste collection and recycling rates, which incorporates a 2.76% CPI increase and a 5.96% increase for the 32‑gallon cart. Public comment on non‑agenda items will also be taken.
- Budget Review YTD through Oct 2024 – overview of FY 2024‑25 revenues and expenditures
- ARPA, General Fund and Measure M surplus update – e.g., $53,771 ARPA funds allocated to Pittsburg Premier Fields
- Special revenues allocations – $10,000,000 for revenue replacement projects and $6,290,477 for non‑revenue projects
- Proposed solid waste collection rate increases – Low Income/Senior $35.43, 32‑gallon $57.78, 64‑gallon $63.20, 96‑gallon $70.96
- Proposed RCTS bulk & compacted load rate – $147.25 per ton, a CPI‑adjusted increase
Community And Economic Development Subcommittee
The subcommittee will hear a staff overview of the kickoff for updating Title 18 of the Municipal Code, the city’s Zoning Ordinance, to bring it into consistency with the 2040 General Plan. Staff will also provide updates on the certified 2023‑2031 Housing Element, recent environmental‑services events, and current economic‑development projects. The meeting is for discussion and feedback; no formal actions are listed.
- Title 18 (Zoning Ordinance) update kickoff; staff outlines 12‑18 month timeline and seeks subcommittee feedback
- Housing Element update: HCD letter (Oct 2 2024) confirms substantial compliance; staff to monitor implementation
- Environmental Services events: coastal cleanup removed 1,000+ lb trash and 500+ lb recyclables; fishing derby awarded $3,940 in cash prizes
- Economic Development updates: staff to brief on current development projects, programs, and economic trends
- Public comment period for non‑agenda items
Planning Commission
The Pittsburg Planning Commission will meet to consider approval of a Use Permit and Design Review for a contractor's yard at 1501 Loveridge Road and a Use Permit to expand a martial arts studio at 750 Railroad Avenue. The meeting will also include the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Minutes approval for September and October 2024 meetings
- Use Permit and Design Review for Contractor’s Yard at 1501 Loveridge Road
- Use Permit to expand Nfinito Martial Arts Studio at 750 Railroad Avenue
- Notice of intent to exercise delegated design review authority
- Public comment period for agenda items
City Council
The Council will hold a public hearing to adopt a resolution certifying the Final Program Environmental Impact Report, adopt CEQA Findings of Fact and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and approve a Vesting Tentative Map for a 12‑lot major subdivision in the Pittsburg Technology Park Specific Plan area. The hearing also includes introducing and waiving first reading of an ordinance that assigns Planned Development zoning to properties within the plan area and adopts the Pittsburg Technology Park Specific Plan (AP‑24‑0028). The Council will consider a resolution to accept and appropriate a $150,000 Office of Traffic Safety grant for the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program. Additionally, the Council will amend the Information and Communications Systems Fund 601 operating budget to reallocate funds to the Enterprise Resource Planning Project 1805.
- Adopt resolution certifying Final Program Environmental Impact Report and approving Vesting Tentative Map for 12‑lot subdivision at 2222 Golf Club Road (≈76.38 acres).
- Introduce and waive first reading of ordinance assigning Planned Development zoning to properties in Pittsburg Technology Park Specific Plan (AP‑24‑0028).
- Accept and appropriate $150,000 Office of Traffic Safety grant for the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program.
- Amend Information and Communications Systems Fund 601 operating budget (FY 2024‑25 $3,204,716) to reallocate funds to ERP Project 1805.
- Approve minutes of the October 7, 2024 City Council meeting.
Infrastructure And Transportation Subcommittee
The Infrastructure and Transportation Subcommittee will hear staff updates on a new Road Improvements Communications Program that includes a "Pittsburgh in Motion" website, ten town‑hall meetings, and social‑media outreach. Staff will also provide a progress update on FY 2024/25 City Council infrastructure goals and on the status of capital improvement projects such as citywide striping, BART bike‑lane work, and Crestview Drive safety upgrades. The meeting concludes with public comment and subcommittee remarks.
- Road Improvements Communications Program – public‑engagement plan with website, town halls, and electronic reader boards
- FY 24/25 City Council Goal Update – traffic circulation issues at San Marco Blvd / West Leland Rd and Railroad Ave corridor
- Capital Improvement Program – annual citywide striping and signage upgrades at 62 crosswalks in 12 schools
- BART Pedestrian and Bicycle Connectivity – Class II buffered bike lane on Railroad Ave from California Ave to East 17th St
- Crestview Drive Safety Improvements – contract awarded, construction to start 10/21/24
Planning Commission
The Pittsburg Planning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several use permit applications, including a contractor's yard at 1501 Loveridge Road. It will also recommend adoption of the City’s Transportation Impact Analysis Guidelines to the City Council. Additional items include a warehousing use at 960 East Street, a massage therapy establishment at 2237 Railroad Avenue, and two notices of intent to exercise delegated design‑review authority.
- United Rentals Contractor’s Yard – Use Permit and Design Review, 1501 Loveridge Road (AP‑24‑0059)
- Recommendation to adopt Transportation Impact Analysis Guidelines, AP‑24‑0047
- Cardenas Wholesale – Warehousing and Storage, Limited use, 960 East Street (AP‑24‑0042)
- Happy Sunny Massage – Use Permit, 2237 Railroad Avenue (AP‑24‑0098)
- Notice of Intent to Exercise Delegated Design Review Authority (two items)
Finance Management Subcommittee
The Finance Management Subcommittee will examine the 2024‑2025 budget as of September 2024 and consider adjustments. It will discuss how to apply $4,600,000 of General Fund surplus to emergency repair projects on Willow Pass Road, Buchanan Road, Kirker Creek/Harbor Street, and 60 Civic. Updates on ARPA funding, Measure M surplus, and city grant programs will also be presented.
- Budget Review: Overview of FY 2024‑25 budget YTD through Sept 2024.
- Emergency Repairs: $800,000 Willow Pass Rd (remaining $324,000), $2,000,000 Buchanan Rd (remaining $335,600), $1,000,000 Kirker Creek/Harbor St (remaining $987,746), $800,000 60 Civic (remaining $775,000) – total $4,600,000 allocated, $2,422,346 remaining.
- ARPA Update: Total ARPA funding $16,290,477 with allocations such as $7,250,000 Dream Courts and $1,842,811 Premier Fields.
- Measure M Surplus: Annual revenue $6,340,000 for FY 2024‑25 with surplus $952,451.
- Grants Update: City Manager’s Office reports on current and potential grants.
Life Enrichment Subcommittee
The Life Enrichment Subcommittee will discuss the timeline and content of the 2025‑2030 Consolidated Plan for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Members will review community outreach results, proposed priority needs, and the application schedule for the upcoming funding cycle. The subcommittee will provide feedback before the plan moves to the City Council for consideration.
- Develop 2025‑2030 CDBG Consolidated Plan outlining housing, community development, and infrastructure priorities
- Survey collected 361 responses (31 from Pittsburg residents) informing priority needs such as affordable housing and health services
- At least 70% of CDBG funds must benefit low‑ and moderate‑income persons
- Application timeline: kickoff Oct 9 2024, online submissions due Dec 5 2024, reviews Jan‑Mar 2025
- Proposed priority needs include affordable housing, food access, mental‑health care, and economic‑development opportunities
City Council
The Pittsburg City Council will consider several resolutions, including a $240,000 purchase agreement with Core & Main for water and sewer tools, an amendment to the Fehr & Peers consulting contract for transportation impact guidelines, and a $52,000 state cannabis tax grant for DUI‑drug enforcement. A closed‑session legal counsel conference will address two anticipated litigation cases, and the Council will discuss Proposition 36 on repeat retail theft and drug offenses. A public hearing on the Technology Park Specific Plan will be continued to the November meeting.
- Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on two anticipated litigation cases (Section 54956.9(d)(4))
- Resolution to amend the Fehr & Peers, Inc. consulting agreement for transportation impact analysis guidelines (no dollar amount specified)
- Resolution authorizing a $240,000 purchase agreement with Core & Main for water and sewer maintenance tools and supplies
- Resolution authorizing a $52,000 grant from the California Cannabis Tax Fund for DUI‑drug enforcement programs
- Public hearing continuation for the Technology Park Specific Plan (adoption of CEQA findings, zoning of Planned Development district, and tentative map) scheduled for November 4, 2024
City Council
The City Council will vote on a combined grant and loan agreement with Platinum Pittsburg LLC to fund a 115‑room hotel at 2112 Loveridge Road. The agreement includes a city‑funded loan of up to $1,500,000 and a grant of up to $599,999. Additional items include adoption of the five‑year Capital Improvement Program and allocation of ARPA funds to a full‑trash‑capture stormwater project.
- Adopt grant and loan agreement with Platinum Pittsburg LLC (loan up to $1,500,000; grant up to $599,999) for hotel at 2112 Loveridge Road
- Adopt Five‑Year Capital Improvement Program for FY 2024/25‑2028/29
- Allocate American Rescue Plan Act funds to Citywide Full Trash Capture Project
- Extend Western States Oil bulk gasoline contract for six months (no price change)
- Appoint members to the Measure M Oversight Committee
Community And Economic Development Subcommittee
The Community and Economic Development Subcommittee will review progress on Environmental Services goals, including a $3.5M waterfront park project, and discuss the potential use of body-worn cameras for code enforcement officers. The group will also evaluate the East Bay 100 newsletter.
- Review of Environmental Services goals and $3.5M waterfront park project
- Presentation on body-worn cameras for code enforcement officers
- Discussion on the East Bay 100 newsletter and content strategy
- Update on Code Enforcement beat structure changes
- Overview of Delta Precision business operations
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed specific plan and subdivision for a technology park. The body will also determine if the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program is consistent with the City's 2040 General Plan.
- Pittsburg Technology Park Specific Plan: 12-lot subdivision on 76.38 acres at 2222 Golf Club Road
- Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) General Plan Consistency Determination
- Certification of Final Program Environmental Impact Report for the Technology Park project
Public Safety Subcommittee
The Public Safety Subcommittee will receive an overview of crime statistics, department staffing, and grant funding, including the COPS/SLESA program. Staff will also report on community events and outreach efforts.
- Crime statistics and department staffing overview
- CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant and SLESA Grant overview
- Community events and outreach efforts report
- Chief's Report
- National Night Out 2024 drew approximately 1,800 attendees
Planning Commission
The Pittsburg Planning Commission will consider recommending two ordinances to the City Council for the Creating Healthy Communities Project, which would revise tobacco retailer licensing, limit smoking, update the social host ordinance, and add cannabis business requirements. The body will also review a major subdivision and design review project for Railroad Commons.
- Public hearing on amending Pittsburg Municipal Code for tobacco, cannabis, and alcohol regulations
- Consideration of Railroad Commons subdivision and design review project
- Approval of August 13, 2024, Planning Commission minutes
- Notice of intent to exercise delegated design review authority
- Staff communication on tentative meeting schedule
Life Enrichment Subcommittee
The Life Enrichment Subcommittee will discuss the Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) that must be submitted to HUD by September 24, 2024. It will consider a plan amendment to shift 100% of Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) grant funds, totaling $874,738, toward homeless‑related efforts. Additional items include a review of the $880,848 three‑year CORE contract for homeless services and updates on youth‑services data collection and several grant recommendations.
- CAPER submission to HUD due September 24, 2024 after public hearing Aug 30‑Sept 16
- Proposed PLHA reallocation: redirect $874,738 of grant funds to homelessness Category 6
- Approval of 3‑year CORE contract for homeless services costing $880,848 ($281,466 Year 1, $293,700 Year 2, $305,592 Year 3)
- Youth Services contract data collection presentation for quarterly reporting
- Grant updates: multiple $20,000 CCC‑KCMF awards recommended; $10,000 and $9,500 awards not recommended
City Council
The Pittsburg City Council will consider a range of items, including a special meeting to interview candidates for Measure M and the Enhanced Infrastructure Facilities District. The Council will adopt several Housing Authority resolutions, such as certification of the Section 8 Management Assessment Program. A major item is the authorization for the City Manager to negotiate and execute software service agreements with Tyler Technologies for a new enterprise resource planning system and with NEOGOV for supplemental HR cloud services. Additional agenda items cover roadway improvements, a waterfront park project, and other infrastructure contracts.
- Special meeting at 5:30 PM for Measure M and Enhanced Infrastructure Facilities District interviews
- Adoption of Housing Authority Resolution approving Section 8 Management Assessment Program certification for FY ending June 30 2024
- Adoption of City Council Resolution authorizing software service agreements with Tyler Technologies (ERP system) and NEOGOV (HR cloud services)
- Adoption of Resolution accepting plans and awarding Project 2038 – citywide roadway improvements to Pavement Coatings Co.
- Adoption of Resolution allocating funds and awarding Project 5704 – Central Harbor Park and Boat Launch Facilities to NTK Construction, Inc.
Finance Management Subcommittee
The Finance Management Subcommittee will receive a budget review covering the 2023‑2024 fiscal year through June 2024 and will be shown a 20‑year forecasting tool. Staff will also update the panel on ARPA funding ($16,290,477 total), General Fund surplus, and Measure M surplus and base allocations. The committee will discuss grant opportunities, including EPA and DOT grants, and will consider appointments to the Measure M Oversight Committee. A public comment period will address graffiti abatement reimbursement and other non‑agenda items.
- 23‑24 Budget Review YTD through June 2024 and presentation of a 20‑year forecast (Agenda Item 4).
- ARPA update: total funding $16,290,477 with allocations such as $9,592,811 for sports tourism and $90,300 for police EV chargers.
- Measure M surplus details and base revenue allocations for economic development, police, public works, and recreation.
- Grant applications: EPA Water Infrastructure Grant $959,752; US DOT Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Grant $500,000‑$15,000,000; California Transportation Commission Climate Adaptation Grant up to $50,000,000.
- Discussion of Measure M Oversight Committee appointments (interviews 8/19/24, appointments 9/16/24).
Community And Economic Development Subcommittee
The Community and Economic Development Subcommittee will receive updates on the redevelopment of city properties on Bliss Avenue and Railroad Avenue. Members will also review a proposed amendment to the Solid Waste Ordinance and receive updates on Tidelands leases and grants.
- Bliss Avenue Redevelopment: RFP sent to developers August 1, 2024, for 4.43 acres including 2101 Railroad Avenue and 75 Bliss Avenue
- Proposed amendment to the City’s Solid Waste Ordinance
- Update on existing and potential Tidelands leases
- Information on the Center for Creative Land Recycling Conference in Carson, CA
- Economic development updates on current projects and programs
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider design reviews for a 28-home residential subdivision and a new 80-foot wireless facility. The body will also receive notices regarding a fence height exception and a commercial seafood operation.
- Bancroft Gardens II: Design review for 28 single-family homes at the terminus of Birchwood Drive
- FirstNet/AT&T Wireless Facility: Public hearing for an 80-foot-tall faux water tank at 1415 Simpson Court
- 1062 Beacon Street: Notice of intent for a fence height exception to build an eight-foot fence
- 2585 East Leland Road: Notice of intent for a use permit and design review for a commercial seafood store and processing operation
- Railroad Commons (AP-22-0105): Item requested for continuance
City Council
The Pittsburg City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to amend Chapter 14 of the 2040 General Plan by updating the 2023‑2031 Housing Element. The meeting also includes appointing members to the Youth Advisory Commission and several contract approvals. Additional agenda items cover a safety improvements project on Crestview Drive, a Business Improvement District agreement with the Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce, and an audio‑video redaction services agreement for the Police Department.
- Public hearing and adoption of a resolution amending the 2040 General Plan (Chapter 14) – 2023‑2031 Housing Element
- Adoption of a minute order appointing candidates to the Youth Advisory Commission
- Adoption of a resolution awarding the Project 2028‑Crestview Drive Safety Improvements contract to RK Engineering, Inc.
- Adoption of a resolution approving the FY 2025 Business Improvement District contract with the Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce
- Adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with WBA Consulting & Investigative Services for police department audio‑video redaction services
Infrastructure And Transportation Subcommittee
The Infrastructure and Transportation Subcommittee will review a draft of the 2024/25-2028/29 5-Year Capital Improvement Program. Staff will provide updates on public infrastructure goals, active project statuses, and a strategy for a citywide road improvement information campaign.
- Draft 2024/25-2028/29 5-Year Capital Improvement Program featuring 71 projects with a total estimated cost of $572,348,908
- Update on Public Infrastructure-Aligned Goal FY 2023/24
- Status update on active Capital Improvement Program projects
- Initial assessment and strategy for Citywide road improvement informational campaign
Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation Subcommittee
The Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation Subcommittee will meet on July 24, 2024 at the Marina Community Center. The agenda includes public comment, assignment of a bookstore and its assets, a budget update, and discussion of a future micro‑grant program. The subcommittee will also receive staff reports before adjourning.
- Public comment for non‑agenda items
- Assignment of bookstore and assets
- PACF budget update
- Future PACF activities – micro grant program
- Subcommittee and staff reports or remarks
Community And Economic Development Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review a pilot program offering $200 credits to Pittsburg Marina members who refer new customers. Staff will also provide updates on a pump-out grant for the municipal marina and a shoreline adaptation planning grant opportunity. Additionally, the committee will discuss the proposed 2024-2025 scope of work for the Chamber of Commerce contract.
- Proposed Marina Referral Incentive Pilot Program with $200 credits
- $30,105.53 total project cost for marina pump-out replacement grant
- $650,000 shoreline adaptation planning grant opportunity
- 2024-2025 scope of work for Chamber of Commerce contract