Pittsburg public meetings in 2025

City Council

The City Council will consider accepting a $113,130 grant for crosswalk flashing beacons and updating the 2026 Emergency Operations Plan. The body is also reviewing several lease agreements and amendments to the master pay schedule and Council salaries.

• Acceptance of $113,130 TDA Article 3 Grant for rectangular rapid flashing beacons at six locations
• Lease agreement with Kenneth Cooper for property at 359 E. 12th Street
• Five-year lease agreement with Approved Auto Center of Pittsburg for 2101 Railroad Avenue
• Ordinance to increase City Council salary effective after the November 2026 election
• Agreement with Revision Publishing LLC to sell Railroad Book Depot assets and terminate lease at 485 Railroad Avenue

Public Safety Subcommittee

The Public Safety Subcommittee will hear staff presentations on department staffing and statistics, and on roadway safety barriers. They will also receive an overview of police community events and the Chief’s Report before adjourning.

• Presentation on Department Staff and Statistics
• Presentation on roadway safety barriers
• Overview of police community events and outreach
• Chief’s Report

City Council

The Pittsburg City Council will hold a special meeting on December 1, 2025 to conduct organizational business. Council members will hear remarks from the outgoing mayor/chair, then select a new mayor/chair and vice‑mayor/chair. The meeting also includes public comment and will adjourn until December 15, 2025.

• Remarks from outgoing Mayor/Chair
• Selection of new Mayor/Chair
• Selection of new Vice‑Mayor/Chair
• Public comments (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Adjournment to December 15, 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive staff presentations on current planning projects. The body will also review two notices of intent from the Zoning Administrator to exercise delegated design review authority.

• Two Notice of Intent to Exercise Delegated Design Review Authority from the Zoning Administrator
• Planning project updates presentation by staff
• Approval of October 14, 2025 minutes

City Council

The Pittsburg City Council will convene a special meeting at 6:30 PM to present the State of the City address. The agenda includes a public comments period and a presentation of the address. No other agenda items or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• State of the City address presentation
• Public comments period
• Speaker’s Card requirements for audience members
• Information on public hearing procedures
• Notice of ADA accommodations and disruptive conduct policy

Life Enrichment Subcommittee

The subcommittee will hear staff updates on the My Brother’s Keeper initiative, the Youth In Government camp trip, planned 2026 recreation programs, and recent grant activity. No decisions or votes are listed; the agenda is for informational reports and public comment.

• My Brother’s Keeper Initiative update (programs slated for 2026)
• Youth In Government trip to Camp Bob update
• Overview of 2026 recreation programs and activities
• Grant awards and pending applications update

City Council

The City Council will consider appointing Darin Gale as City Manager and hear an appeal regarding a use permit for the Baby Yale Academy and City of the Lord Zion Cumberland. The body will also discuss updating building codes and increasing City Council salaries.

• Public hearing on use permit appeal for 640, 650, and 670 Cumberland Street
• Appointment of Darin Gale as City Manager
• Proposed increase to City Council salary effective after November 2026 election
• Agreement with Robertson-Bryan, Inc. for energy market analysis not to exceed $200,000
• Property exchange of 2.86 acres at 1000 Center Drive for an affordable housing home

General

The City Council will hold a special meeting consisting of a closed session. The body will discuss the appointment and employment of the City Manager.

• Closed session regarding City Manager appointment/employment

Imports

The Community Advisory Commission will consider updates on several city projects. Staff will present a Development Title Update, an update on temporary outdoor food vendors, and an update on the Delta Landing/Loveridge Shopping Center administrative design review. The commission will also approve the minutes from the July 2 and September 3 regular meetings.

• Development Title Update presentation by the Planning Division
• Temporary Outdoor Food Vendors update
• Delta Landing/Loveridge Shopping Center administrative design review update
• Approval of July 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of September 3, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The Pittsburg City Council will consider amending its software service agreement with Tyler Technologies to include the Tyler Enterprise Permitting Solution. The Council will also authorize a contract with Romtec Inc. to install a new two‑stall restroom building at City Park (Phase II of Project 1754). Additional actions include updating the Youth Commission code, accepting a $5,000 MLS GO Play Fund grant for the youth soccer league, and reviewing several closed‑session personnel items.

• Amend software service agreement with Tyler Technologies to add Tyler Enterprise Permitting Solution
• Approve contract with Romtec Inc. for new restroom building at City Park (Phase II, Project 1754)
• Adopt ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 2.80 Youth Commission
• Adopt resolution to accept $5,000 MLS GO Play Fund grant for FY 2025‑26 youth soccer league
• Closed‑session items: public employee performance evaluation, labor negotiators conference, public employee appointment/employment

Imports

The Youth Advisory Commission will hear a presentation from Bay Area Community Resources on prescription drug and fentanyl safety education. It will also address old business concerning YAC bylaws and new members, and handle routine items such as approval of meeting minutes, correspondence about the holiday parade and tree lighting, and audience remarks.

• Presentation by Bay Area Community Resources on prescription drug & fentanyl safety education
• Old Business: YAC bylaws and new members
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Correspondence: Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting (informational)
• Audience remarks procedure for public speakers

The commission voted by majority to approve the meeting minutes for May and September 2025. Staff reported that the YAC bylaws updates were presented to the City Council on October 20 and were approved by a unanimous vote. Attendance at the October 18 Haunted House was reported as 900 community members. Upcoming events include a Halloween Bash on October 25 at Small World Park.

• Approved May and September 2025 meeting minutes (majority of present commissioners)
• City Council approved YAC bylaws updates (unanimous vote)

General

The Pittsburg City Council will consider a proclamation recognizing the First Intergovernmental Support Agreement between the City of Pittsburg and Marine Ocean Terminal Concord. The item is scheduled for the special meeting at 2:00 PM. After the proclamation, public comments will be taken before the meeting adjourns.

• Proclamation for the First Intergovernmental Support Agreement between Pittsburg and Marine Ocean Terminal Concord
• Public comments period
• Adjournment

City Council

The Pittsburg City Council will hold a special closed‑session meeting at 4:00 p.m. on October 21, 2025. The council will consider a public employee appointment for the City Manager under Section 54957. The meeting will adjourn with a scheduled continuation on November 3, 2025.

• Public employee appointment (City Manager) pursuant to Section 54957
• Adjournment to November 3, 2025

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting consisting of a closed session. The body will discuss the appointment of a public employee for the position of City Manager.

• Public Employee Appointment: City Manager

City Council

The Pittsburg City Council will vote on a 2.7% rate increase for Contra Costa Waste Service at the Recycling Center, accept a $183,000 Measure X grant for an organizational capacity‑building program, and adopt amendments to the Youth Advisory Commission bylaws. The council will also approve a $250,000 Metropolitan Transportation Commission grant for technical assistance on Transit‑Oriented Communities zoning and authorize a consulting agreement with GHD, Inc. for the Bella Vista/Riverview Water Consolidation design.

• Adopt resolution approving a 2.7% CPI‑based rate increase for Contra Costa Waste Service effective Jan 1 2026
• Adopt resolution to accept a $183,000 Contra Costa County Measure X grant for a capacity‑building program in the FY 2025‑26 Recreation budget
• Adopt ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 2.80 and Youth Advisory Commission bylaws
• Adopt resolution to accept a $250,000 MTC Transit‑Oriented Communities technical assistance grant
• Authorize the City Manager to execute a consulting services agreement with GHD, Inc. for design of Project 5090‑Bella Vista/Riverview Water Consolidation

Finance Management Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive updates on ARPA, the General Fund surplus and Measure M. It will review the FY 2024‑25 mid‑year actuals and internal service funds, and discuss the FY 2025‑26 budget. No formal decisions are listed, only informational reports.

• ARPA, General Fund surplus, and Measure M update
• FY 2024‑25 mid‑year vs. actual (unaudited)
• Internal Service Funds (unaudited)
• FY 2025‑26 budget review

Community And Economic Development Subcommittee

The Community and Economic Development Subcommittee will consider staff feedback on the revised Bay Walk Village Specific Plan, which now focuses on a residential‑only development of about 778 units and proposes a 12.25‑acre Grand Park that would require a minor amendment to the City’s Urban Limit Line. The staff also seeks input on expanded pedestrian trails, a new Trail Park, and overall density and lot‑size proposals. In addition, the Subcommittee will discuss the Ocean Protection Council SB 1 grant request for public engagement on the regional shoreline resiliency plan.

• Bay Walk Village Specific Plan revision to residential‑only development (~778 units) after removal of Villages II and III
• Request to amend the City’s Urban Limit Line for a 12.25‑acre Grand Park located just beyond the current ULL
• Proposed addition of 4.0 acres of pedestrian trails (2.96 mi) and a 2.78‑acre Trail Park within the project footprint
• Discussion of Ocean Protection Council SB 1 Grant participation to support the Contra Costa Resilient Shoreline Plan public outreach
• Presentation of 2025 Business Friendly Checkup results (informational item)

Life Enrichment Subcommittee

The Life Enrichment Subcommittee will hear public comment on non‑agenda items, then discuss several community‑service initiatives. Staff will update councilmembers on a proposal for Sunday library hours, revisions to the Digital Office for New Americans webpage, the upcoming Pathways to Promise self‑sufficiency pilot workshop, and a recent home‑ownership and tenant‑landlord rights workshop. A brief presentation will compare drone shows with July 4th fireworks as alternative community entertainment. The meeting will end with subcommittee and staff reports before adjournment.

• Contra Costa County Library proposes Sunday hours, noon‑5 pm
• Update on revisions to the Digital Office for New Americans (DONA) webpage
• Details on the Pathways to Promise self‑sufficiency pilot workshop scheduled for Oct 21
• Brief on the Homeownership and Tenant‑Landlord Rights workshop held Oct 2
• Staff presentation comparing drone shows to July 4th fireworks

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider use permits for three different businesses. These include a bakery expansion and the establishment of two community and social event centers.

• Bonami Bakery: Proposed expansion to a 4,403 sq ft building at 366 East 10th Street, including an 8-foot fence height exception and off-site parking at 390 East 10th Street
• The Village: Use permit request for a public and private community events center at 1001 Stoneman Avenue
• Edible Blessings: Use permit request for a 4,250-square-foot multi-use meeting and social event space at 45 East 5th Street

City Council

The City Council and Pittsburg Power Company will hold a public hearing regarding an economic development agreement for a supermarket at Highland Square Shopping Center. The body will also consider several infrastructure projects and a federal grant for the Water Treatment Plant.

• Proposed $120,000 incentive package for Cielo Supermarket Pittsburg, Inc. at Highland Square Shopping Center
• Acceptance of a $959,752 US EPA community grant for alternative power at the Water Treatment Plant
• Agreement with Raney Planning & Management, Inc. for CEQA analysis on West Leland Road Extension Phase II
• Proposed $16,954 compensation increase for Cinquini and Passarino, Inc. for EIFD legal mapping
• Completion of Project 2227 (Traffic Signal Improvements) and Project 2028 (Crestview Drive Safety Improvements)

Public Safety Subcommittee

The Public Safety Subcommittee will hear several staff presentations. Topics include a communication translation service under evaluation, an Office of Traffic Safety grant, and a review of police department community events and outreach. The meeting also includes a public comment period, the Chief’s Report, and adjournment.

• Presentation on communication translation service being evaluated by the Department
• Presentation on Office of Traffic Safety Grant
• Overview of police department community events and outreach
• Public comment for non‑agenda items
• Chief’s Report

Youth Advisory Commission

The Pittsburg Youth Advisory Commission will discuss and vote on revised bylaws and the admission of new commission members. A presentation on community violence solutions will be given by Kayla Dickerson of the Youth and Adult Coalition. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and informational correspondence.

• Presentation: Community Violence Solutions – Kayla Dickerson, Youth and Adult Coalition
• New Business: Adoption of YAC bylaws and approval of new commission members

The Youth Advisory Commission reviewed upcoming changes to its bylaws and the vetting of new members by City Council. Commissioners also brainstormed possible legacy projects, such as museum outreach, barrier‑free youth sports camps, and using committees for ongoing work. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a use permit and design review for a beauty studio. The body will also receive a report on the intent to exercise delegated design review authority.

• Public hearing for Flawless Collective (AP-25-0022) to establish a beauty studio at 635 Railroad Avenue
• Design Review for exterior modifications to the building façade at 635 Railroad Avenue
• Notice of Intent to Exercise Delegated Design Review Authority

Finance Management Subcommittee

The Finance Management Subcommittee will receive updates on ARPA, the General Fund Surplus, and Measure M. Members will review a proposed rate increase from Mount Diablo Resource Recovery and evaluate City Council salaries under Government Code 36516.

• Proposed rate increase from Mount Diablo Resource Recovery (MDRR)
• Review of City properties for the 10% reserve requirement under the Fiscal Sustainability and Reserve Funds Ordinance
• Review of City Council salaries per Government Code 36516
• Staff updates on ARPA, General Fund Surplus, and Measure M

Community And Economic Development Subcommittee

The Community and Economic Development Subcommittee is seeking feedback on accepting a grant from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission. The body will also receive an update on a revised business attraction and community outreach strategy.

• Feedback on acceptance of $8 million Metropolitan Transportation Commission TOC grant
• Update on Business Attraction and Community Outreach Strategy

City Council

The council will consider several resolutions, including authorizing a $959,752 EPA grant to add alternative power at the water treatment plant. Closed‑session discussions will cover existing litigation, labor negotiations with the Police Managers Group, and real‑property negotiations for 1000 Center Drive. Open‑session items include agreements for small construction services with MOTCO and a design‑phase road improvement with ECCRFFA, plus multiple project completions and contract approvals.

• Closed‑session real‑property negotiation for 1000 Center Drive (APN 086‑100‑049‑‑052) with Discovery Builders Inc.
• Resolution authorizing $959,752 EPA Safe Drinking Water State Revolving Fund grant for water plant power upgrade
• Resolution authorizing Intergovernmental Support Agreement with Military Ocean Terminal Concord for small construction and design services
• Resolution authorizing contract with Badger Meter, Inc. for water meter reading supplies
• Resolution accepting completion of Project 2029 – Zone 4 Pavement Management and authorizing notice of completion

Public Safety Subcommittee

The subcommittee will hold a public comment period for non‑agenda items. Staff will present an overview of current police department staffing levels. Staff will also brief the committee on a completed investigation. The meeting will include a report from the police chief before adjournment.

Community Advisory Commission

The Community Advisory Commission will consider three applications for memorial installations in city park spaces, with staff recommending approval of all three. Commissioners will also discuss appointing a member to the Contra Costa County Advisory Council on Aging (ACOA). A presentation on the City of Pittsburg Five-Year Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2025/26‑2029/30 will be provided for information.

• Decision on three Pittsburgh Recognition Applications for park memorial installations (staff recommends approval)
• Discussion of appointing a commissioner to the Contra Costa County Advisory Council on Aging (ACOA)
• Presentation of the City of Pittsburg Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (FY 25/26‑29/30)
• Report on Pittsburgh Promise Community Scholarship recipients
• Updates from standing committees on traffic, parks, CDBG, health care, Measure M, public safety, recognition, and youth advisory

Infrastructure And Transportation Subcommittee

The Infrastructure and Transportation Subcommittee met on August 28, 2025 to hear public comment and several staff reports. Staff presented a summary of the July 24 site visit with Tri Delta Transit, CCTA, and BART to discuss potential locations and amenities for an East County Mobility Hub. Staff also provided a report on the current status of the Preferential Residential Permit Parking program (PMC 10.26) and sought input on the need for its existing zones. Additional items included results of a traffic‑calming study for Burton Avenue, a debrief on recent roads outreach town halls, and an update on active capital‑improvement projects.

• Mobility Hub site‑visit summary and recommendations for potential hub locations
• Review of the Preferential Residential Permit Parking program and its existing zones
• Presentation of traffic‑calming data and analysis for Burton Avenue
• Debrief of Roads outreach efforts, including recent Roads Town Hall meetings
• Status update on active Capital Improvement Program projects

Planning Commission

The Pittsburg Planning Commission will hold a 6:00 p.m. workshop followed by a 7:00 p.m. regular meeting. Commissioners will receive a community‑outreach update on Development Title Phase One, consider the minutes from the August 12 meeting, and discuss two tentative items: a Use Permit for Edible Blessings at 45 East 5th Street and a Phase One wrap‑up presentation for Development Title update.

• Workshop at 6:00 p.m. preceding the regular meeting
• Development Title Phase One update (Community Outreach) – presentation
• Approval of minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting
• Tentative discussion of Edible Blessings Use Permit (45 East 5th St., Parcel 085-104-002)
• Tentative discussion of Development Title Phase One wrap‑up (AP-24-0064) – presentation only

Community And Economic Development Subcommittee

The Community and Economic Development Subcommittee is seeking feedback on a proposal by Legacy Builders, Inc. to develop 33 single-family homes on 5.2 acres. The meeting also includes updates on a marina referral pilot program and a proposed incentive package for a grocery store in Highlands Square.

• Camden subdivision: request for General Plan and Zoning Map amendments for 33 homes
• Marina Referral Incentive Pilot Program update
• Cielo Supermarket incentive package for Highlands Square
• Q2 Economic Development updates

Life Enrichment Subcommittee

The Life Enrichment Subcommittee will discuss amendments to the Pittsburg Municipal Code regarding the Youth Advisory Commission and review the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for CDBG funds. The body will also receive updates on a potential 2026 Farmer's Market and a new fitness area at the Pittsburg Marina.

• Proposed amendments to Bylaws and Municipal Code Chapter 2.80 for the Youth Advisory Commission
• Evaluation of a Farmer's Market for Spring/Summer 2026
• Funding for a public outdoor fitness area at the Pittsburg Marina
• Review of the CDBG Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025)
• Review of applications for memorial plaques and monuments in public areas

City Council

The City Council will consider a multi-year plan for infrastructure and facility funding through 2030. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the Housing Authority's 2025 Administrative Plan and various infrastructure project approvals.

• Five-Year Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2025/26 through 2029/30
• Contract award of $72,000 to Pridex Construction Group Inc. for Riverview Park Fishing Pier Repairs
• Design agreement with BKF Engineers for West Leland Road Extension Phase II
• Public hearing for the Housing Authority Administrative Plan for 2025
• Agreement with City of Concord for Bailey Road Pavement Repair

Finance Management Subcommittee

The Finance Management Subcommittee will review the Fiscal Sustainability and Reserve Funds Ordinance and account balances. Staff will also provide updates on ARPA, General Fund Surplus, and Measure M.

• Review of Fiscal Sustainability and Reserve Funds Ordinance
• Update on ARPA, General Fund Surplus, and Measure M
• Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items

Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation Subcommittee

The subcommittee is discussing the assignment of the Railroad Book Depot and its assets. Members aim to determine recommendations for the City Council regarding the Book Depot and the Pittsburg Arts & Community Foundation.

• Assignment of the Railroad Book Depot & Assets
• Recommendations for the Pittsburg Arts & Community Foundation

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a resolution granting a Use Permit and Design Review, and will adopt an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and a Mitigation Monitoring Reporting Program for the Pencco Iron Salts Manufacturing Facility at 901 Loveridge Road. Public hearings will also be held for a Use Permit to open an animal grooming facility at 268 Atlantic Avenue and for a Use Permit to allow distilled‑spirits sales at 2102 West Leland Road. The Zoning Administrator will present a notice of intent to exercise delegated design review for AT&T equipment on a PG&E lattice tower at 107 Greenmeadow Circle.

• Use Permit, Design Review, and environmental study adoption for Pencco Iron Salts Manufacturing Facility, 901 Loveridge Road (General Industrial zone)
• Use Permit for Animal Grooming Facility at 268 Atlantic Avenue (Community Commercial zone)
• Use Permit to add distilled‑spirits sales at 2102 West Leland Road (Service Commercial zone)
• Delegated Design Review request for AT&T wireless equipment on 107 Greenmeadow Circle PG&E lattice tower
• Approval of minutes from the June 24, 2025 Planning Commission meeting

City Council

The Pittsburg City Council will hold public hearings and vote on resolutions confirming engineer reports and ordering assessments for the Citywide Landscaping and Lighting District (1988-01) and the Oak Hills Landscaping and Lighting District (1988-02) for FY 2025/26. The council will also consider a series of consent‑calendar items, including reimbursement to a developer for CFD 2009‑01 costs, acceptance of the Council Chamber upgrade project, revisions to the city’s investment policy, and updates to employee salary and labor contracts.

• Public hearing and adoption of levy for Citywide Landscaping and Lighting District 1988‑01
• Public hearing and adoption of levy for Oak Hills Landscaping and Lighting District 1988‑02
• Resolution authorizing reimbursement to developer for CFD 2009‑01 infrastructure costs
• Resolution accepting Project 3334 – Council Chamber broadcast system upgrade as complete
• Resolution approving revisions to the City’s Investment Policy

Finance Management Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive updates on community and economic development grants, the status of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) special revenues, and the current Measure M surplus. Staff will report grant amounts, city contributions, and project progress. The meeting also includes a review of the Fiscal Sustainability and Reserve Funds Ordinance.

• Grants Update: multiple awards including $243,000 CTWI, $300,000 County Workforce, $200,000 and $494,000 EPA Brownfields, $500,000 MTC Technical Assistance, $190,406.96 ADU Accelerator, $650,000 MTC Bliss TOD, $300,000 HCD LEAP, $310,000 HCD SB2 PGP; all with $0 city contribution
• ARPA funding: total $16,290,477; $8,519,880.20 spent as of 6/30/25; remaining balances include $7,250,000 Dream Courts ($5,050,406 remaining) and $479,733 Hotel Incentive (remaining)
• Measure M surplus: projected 2024‑25 revenue $6,084,843; annual surplus $697,294; base allocations $450,000 Economic Development, $2,850,000 Police, $1,250,000 Public Works, $425,000 Recreation (Senior and Youth)
• Review of Fiscal Sustainability and Reserve Funds Ordinance and account balances
• Public comment on non‑agenda items

General

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2025-2030 Community Development Block Grant Consolidated Plan and the 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan. Members will also consider a pilot program for Section 8 participants and the use of Measure M funds for the 2025-26 fiscal year.

• Public hearing for CDBG 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan and 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan
• Proposed Self-Sufficiency Pilot Training Program for Housing Choice Voucher participants
• Proposed use of Measure M funds for Fiscal Year 2025-26
• Employment terms for AFSCME Local 512 from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028
• Water Treatment Plant chemical contracts with International Dioxcide, Chemtrade Chemicals, and Nalco Water, LLC

City of Pittsburg / Pittsburg Unified School District Liaison Committee (2x2)

The City of Pittsburg and Pittsburg Unified School District Liaison Committee are meeting to coordinate on shared interests. The body will discuss a Master Facilities Use Agreement and various city-led safety and resource programs.

• Master Facilities Use Agreement between City and School District
• Heights V2B Emergency Power Project
• Pedestrian Safety and Traffic Flow / Street Safety Program
• School Resource Officer (SRO) coordination
• Sister City of Shimonoseki, Japan

Community Advisory Commission

The Community Advisory Commission will hear a presentation of the Pittsburg Promise Community Scholarship recipients. Staff will provide an update on the draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Program prepared by the Engineering Division. The meeting also includes routine reports from standing committees, audience remarks, and commissioner comments, none of which require formal action.

• Presentation of Pittsburg Promise Community Scholarship recipients
• Engineering Division update on the draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Program
• Reports from standing committees (Traffic/Eyes on the Street, Parks, CDBG, Health Care, Measure M, Public Safety, Recognition, Youth Advisory)
• Public audience remarks (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Commissioner and staff informal comments

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a use permit and design review for a manufacturing facility. The body will also consider a recommended tree list for new development projects and receive a presentation on the Urban Forest Management Plan.

• Use Permit and Design Review for Pencco Iron Salts Manufacturing Facility at 901 Loveridge Road
• Recommendation to City Council for an Approved Tree List for new development projects
• Presentation on the Urban Forest Management Plan
• Notice of Intent to Exercise Delegated Design Review Authority from the Zoning Administrator

Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation Subcommittee

The Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation Subcommittee will meet to discuss the future of the foundation and review the Railroad Book Depot and its assets. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 23, 2025, at 5:30 PM.

• Public Comment for Non-Agenda Items
• Future of PACF discussion
• Railroad Book Depot and Asset Discussion
• Subcommittee and Staff Reports or Remarks
• Adjournment

Life Enrichment Subcommittee

The Life Enrichment Subcommittee will receive updates on ICE activities and the California Theater. Members will discuss the potential use of commercial spaces at 985 Railroad Avenue and brainstorm future waterfront and city events.

• Update on ICE activities and resources via the Digital Office for New Americans (DONA)
• Discussion on community-based organization use of commercial spaces at 985 Railroad Avenue
• Brainstorming for future waterfront events
• Operational update on the California Theater managed by Lane Entertainment
• Input on a new city event to promote economic vitality

City Council

The City Council will consider and vote on the operating budget for Fiscal Year 2025‑26 for the City and several joint‑power agencies. The meeting also includes a public hearing on rate amendments for electricity and natural gas service on Mare Island. Additional resolutions will authorize a shoreline resilience MOU, cooperative agreements for major road projects, a landscape‑maintenance contract, and a new labor agreement with IBEW Local 1245.

• Adopt City Council FY 2025‑26 operating budget and appropriations
• Approve Pittsburg Power Company rate amendments for electricity and natural gas on Mare Island
• Authorize Memorandum of Understanding for Contra Costa Resilient Shoreline Plan
• Authorize cooperative agreements for West Leland Road Extension Phase II and Pittsburg‑Antioch Highway widening
• Approve contract with Allied Landscape Services for temporary landscape maintenance

Community And Economic Development Subcommittee

The Community and Economic Development Subcommittee is seeking feedback on joining a hydrogen production joint powers authority and a branding plan. The body is also discussing regional shoreline resilience and technical assistance for industrial growth areas.

• Potential membership in the First Public Hydrogen Joint Powers Authority (FPH2)
• Finalization of City branding standards and marketing guidelines following a May 5, 2025 logo adoption
• Partnership with Contra Costa County on the Contra Costa Resilient Shoreline Plan
• Contra Costa County Priority Production Area project for the Northeast Pittsburg Waterfront
• $500,000 MTC grant for technical assistance and analysis of Priority Production Areas

Public Safety Subcommittee

The subcommittee will conduct a community engagement meeting required by state law to discuss the 2024 annual report on the police department's military equipment use, costs, and future acquisitions. Staff will also provide an overview of recent community events and the completed PHS Community Service Project. The meeting includes a Chief’s Report and a period for public comment on non‑agenda items.

• Community engagement meeting on military equipment use and annual report per AB 481
• Overview of recent community events and the PHS Community Service Project
• Chief’s Report from the Pittsburg Police Department
• Public comment period for non‑agenda items
• Adjournment

Community Advisory Commission

The Community Advisory Commission held a lottery and chose the recipients of the Pittsburg Promise Community Scholarship, which helps eligible young adults and city employee dependents pursue STEAM bachelor's degrees. No vote tally was recorded. The meeting otherwise consisted of committee reports, a presentation on the Bay Point/Pittsburg Energy Enhancement Pilot Program, and staff updates.

• Selected Pittsburg Promise Community Scholarship recipients via lottery (no vote recorded)

City Council

The Pittsburg City Council will consider several resolutions, including adopting a plan to fund the Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District and allocate property tax increments to it. The Council will also approve a consultant contract up to $80,786 for a greenhouse‑gas inventory update, and adopt preliminary engineer reports for two assessment districts with a public hearing set for July 21, 2025. Two ordinances for the Creating Healthy Communities Project, covering tobacco licensing, smoking limits, social host rules, cannabis business requirements, and alcohol performance standards, will be presented for adoption.

• Adopt a resolution accepting the Infrastructure Financing Plan for the Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District and approve allocation of property tax increment to the EIFD
• Authorize a consultant services agreement with Raney Planning & Management, Inc. for up to $80,786 to update the GHG inventory and sustainability plan
• Approve the Preliminary Engineer’s Report for Citywide Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District 1988-01 and set a public hearing for July 21, 2025
• Approve the Preliminary Engineer’s Report for Oak Hills Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District 1988-02 and set a public hearing for July 21, 2025
• Adopt two ordinances for the Creating Healthy Communities Project: revisions to tobacco retailer licensing, smoking limits, social host rules, cannabis business requirements, and new alcohol performance standards

The Pittsburg City Council met on June 2, 2025. Council members present were Jelani Killings, Dionne Adam, Angelica Lope, Juan Antonio, and Arlene Kobati, with the mayor also in attendance. The council appointed Garrett Evans, Donna Moone, Alice E. Even, and Nancy Parent. No other motions, votes, or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Appointed Garrett Evans, Donna Moone, Alice E. Even, and Nancy Parent

Measure M Oversight Committee

The Measure M Oversight Committee will review the city’s FY 2024‑2025 financial report and then discuss the proposed sales‑tax funding under Measure M for the 2025‑2026 fiscal year. The meeting also includes public comment on non‑agenda items, subcommittee and staff reports, and will conclude with adjournment.

• Public comment for non‑agenda items
• Review of Fiscal Year 2024‑2025
• Discussion on Measure M sales tax for Fiscal Year 2025‑2026
• Subcommittee and staff reports or remarks
• Adjournment

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission will hold its regular meeting on May 28, 2025 at the Marina Community Center. Commissioners and non‑voting members will receive reports and hear three presentations: the Earth Team on air pollution, a city staff panel on workforce development, and a planning staff overview of a development title in the zoning code. Audience members may address the commission on unscheduled items, limited to three minutes per speaker. No formal actions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Earth Team presentation on air pollution and empowerment (Mina Boozarpour and Pittsburg interns)
• City of Pittsburg staff panel on the Workforce Development Initiative
• Presentation on Development Title (Zoning Code) by Senior Planner Maurice Brenyah‑Addow and Associate Planner Kelsey Gunter
• Audience remarks procedure allowing three‑minute public comments (no action required)
• Commission reports from staff and youth advisory committees (no action required)

The Youth Advisory Commission approved the April 2025 meeting minutes by a majority of the commissioners present. No other actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved April 2025 meeting minutes (majority)

Planning Commission

The commission will vote on a two‑year time extension of the major subdivision, design review, and tree‑removal permit for the 81‑unit Civic Station multi‑family development (AP-25-0005). A public hearing will be held on a use permit for caretaker’s quarters and a freestanding sign at the Pittsburg Solar RV & Boat Storage facility (AP-25-0015). The agenda also includes two notices of intent to exercise delegated design‑review authority and routine approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Civic Station Extension of Approval – two‑year extension request for major subdivision permit (AP-25-0005)
• Pittsburg Solar RV & Boat Storage caretaker’s quarters use permit and freestanding sign (AP-25-0015)
• Two Notices of Intent to Exercise Delegated Design Review Authority
• Approval of minutes from the April 8 and April 22 Planning Commission meetings

Infrastructure And Transportation Subcommittee

The Infrastructure and Transportation Subcommittee will hear public comment and then discuss several agenda items. Staff will present analysis of potential fee increases for the Landscape and Lighting Districts, including 3‑year and 5‑year options. An update on the Bailey Road Improvement Project under the ECCRFFA program will be provided for prioritization. The committee will review a draft 5‑year Capital Improvement Program for FY 2025/26‑2029/30 and receive status reports on active capital projects.

• Landscape & Lighting District Fees – staff to present potential fee increase analysis (3‑year and 5‑year options)
• ECCRFFA Project Prioritization – staff to update scope of the Bailey Road Improvement Project
• Draft 5‑Year Capital Improvement Program – overview and input requested for FY 2025/26‑2029/30
• Capital Improvement Program Project Status – staff to give status update on active projects
• Public Comment – residents may address the subcommittee

Life Enrichment Subcommittee

The Life Enrichment Subcommittee will hear staff presentations on the City’s FY 2025‑2026 Community Development Block Grant subrecipient allocations as determined on March 19, 2025. Updates will also be given on the Digital Office for New Americans program, the Self‑Sustainability Pilot Program, and the MBK Pittsburg Ambassador Program with a potential Accelerator Grant. The meeting includes public comment for non‑agenda items before adjournment.

• Community Development Block Grant subrecipient funding allocations for FY 2025‑2026
• Digital Office for New Americans (DONA) program update and upcoming naturalization ceremony
• Self‑Sustainability Pilot Program survey results and next steps
• MBK Pittsburg Ambassador Program update and discussion of a possible Accelerator Communities Grant
• Public comment period for non‑agenda items

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider ordinances revising tobacco retailer licenses, smoking limits, and cannabis business requirements. The meeting also includes a hearing on city vacancies and recruitment efforts per Assembly Bill 2561.

• Public hearing on Creating Healthy Communities Project ordinances regarding tobacco, cannabis, and alcohol performance standards
• Public hearing on city vacancies, recruitment, and retention efforts (AB 2561)
• Closed session negotiation for 75 Bliss Avenue with Big Brand Tire and Service
• Closed session negotiation for 1000 Center Drive with Discovery Builders Inc.
• Closed session labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations including Police Officers’ Association and Teamsters Local 856

The council introduced and waived the first reading of two ordinances under the Creating Healthy Communities Project, covering tobacco retailer licensing, smoking limits, social host rules, cannabis business requirements, and alcohol performance standards; the motion passed unanimously. The council also approved the May 5, 2025 meeting minutes and filed the Treasurer’s Report for the quarter ending March 31, 2025, both adopted unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Introduced and waived first reading of two health ordinances (tobacco, cannabis, alcohol) – adopted unanimously
• Approved May 5, 2025 City Council minutes – adopted unanimously
• Received and filed Treasurer’s Report for quarter ending March 31, 2025 – adopted unanimously

Finance Management Subcommittee

The Finance Management Subcommittee will review the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget, including the General Fund and budget reserves. Staff will also present a proposal to consolidate several software applications into the Tyler Enterprise Software System. Additionally, the body will receive updates on Police Department grants and ARPA funds.

• Review of 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget (General Fund, Non-General Fund, and Reserves)
• Proposal to consolidate Accela, Comcate, GoGov, and Open Counter into Tyler Enterprise Software System
• Update on Police Department grants
• Update on ARPA, General Fund Surplus, and Measure M

Community And Economic Development Subcommittee

The Community and Economic Development Subcommittee will receive staff updates on the City's Development Code and a transit-oriented development planning grant. Members will also discuss the Economic Development Outreach Plan and projects involving the Pittsburg Power Company and Island Energy.

• Update to Development Code (Title 18 of the Pittsburg Municipal Code)
• MTC Transit-Oriented Development Planning Grant preliminary award
• Pittsburg Power Company and Island Energy project updates
• Economic Development Outreach Plan presentation

Public Safety Subcommittee

The Public Safety Subcommittee will receive updates on crime statistics and police department staffing levels. Staff will also provide overviews of current community events, outreach efforts, and a report from the Chief.

• Review of updated crime statistics
• Overview of department staffing levels
• Review of police department community events and outreach
• Chief's Report

City Council

The Pittsburg City Council will hold a closed‑session conference on real‑property negotiations for the city‑owned marina area and a separate labor‑negotiation conference with several employee unions. In the open session, the Council will consider a public hearing to adopt a safety‑element amendment to the 2040 General Plan, an ordinance to replace the city logo, and resolutions for bulk fuel services and a $81,023 funding amendment for Project 3028 California Full Trash Capture. The meeting also includes routine consent‑calendar items such as minutes, assessment‑district reports, and the General Plan annual progress report.

• Closed‑session conference with real‑property negotiators for city‑owned property in the Pittsburg Marina Project Area (Pittsburgh Yacht Club)
• Closed‑session conference with labor negotiators representing AFSCME Local 512, Pittsburg Police Officers’ Association, Teamsters Local 856, IBEW Local 1295, and others
• Public hearing to adopt a text amendment to the Safety Element of the 2040 General Plan reflecting the 2022 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Ordinance amending Section 1.28.015 of the Municipal Code to replace the City logo
• Resolution allocating Highway User Tax Account funds and authorizing a $81,023 amendment to the consulting agreement with BKF Engineers for Project 3028 California Full Trash Capture

The council approved a text amendment to the Safety Element of the 2040 General Plan to incorporate the 2022 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, with a motion by Member Banales seconded by Member Lopez and adopted unanimously. The council also unanimously adopted an ordinance to replace the city logo in the Municipal Code. Additional unanimous resolutions directed the City Engineer to prepare annual reports for two assessment districts, accepted the 2024 General Plan progress report, awarded a bulk fuel services purchase agreement, and allocated funds for the first amendment to the BKF Engineers trash‑capture project.

• Adopted safety element amendment to 2040 General Plan (unanimous)
• Amended Municipal Code Section 1.28.015 to replace city logo (unanimous)
• Directed City Engineer to prepare annual report for Oak Hills Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District (unanimous)
• Directed City Engineer to prepare annual report for Citywide Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District (unanimous)
• Accepted General Plan Annual Progress Report for 2024 (unanimous)
• Awarded purchase agreement for bulk fuel services (unanimous)
• Allocated funds and authorized amendment to BKF Engineers contract for Project 3028 Trash Capture (unanimous)

Infrastructure And Transportation Subcommittee

The Infrastructure and Transportation Subcommittee is seeking input on improvement options for Giacomelli Park and potential revenue increases for the Landscape & Lighting District. Members will also discuss the prioritization of regional infrastructure projects funded through the ECCRFFA.

• Giacomelli Park Enhancement: Option 1 ($68,000) or Option 2 ($50,000) to reduce lawn and plant trees
• Landscape & Lighting District: Proposed rate increase or annual CPI increase to raise revenue
• ECCRFFA Prioritization: Staff recommendation to prioritize Bailey Road Improvements ($62.1 million)
• Bliss Avenue: Discussion on ownership and necessary pavement repairs
• ECCRFFA Project List: Review of projects including Standard Oil Avenue ($16.6 million) and Loveridge Road ($3.0 million)

General

The Youth Advisory Commission will meet to conduct regular business and review reports. The primary item of discussion is the upcoming City of Pittsburg Career Exploration presentation scheduled for May 28th.

• City of Pittsburg Career Exploration – May 28th Presentation

The Youth Advisory Commission approved the March 2025 meeting minutes by a majority vote. Three City of Pittsburg staff were confirmed to present at the final meeting with Human Resources and the "mynextmove" tool. The Earth Team will present an internship program at the next meeting. A movie night was not scheduled for this year, with the option to consider it next year.

• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes (majority)
• Confirmed 3 city staff to present at final meeting with HR
• Scheduled Earth Team internship presentation for next meeting
• Decided movie night will not occur this year

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting to review meeting minutes and receive a presentation on the City of Pittsburg Career Exploration program scheduled for May 28th.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Presentation on City of Pittsburg Career Exploration
• Public comments on agenda items
• Commissioner and staff comments

Planning Commission

The Pittsburg Planning Commission will review the draft General Plan Annual Progress Report for 2024 and vote on authorizing its submittal to the City Council and state agencies. The report tracks the city's progress on housing goals and policies.

• Review General Plan Annual Progress Report for 2024
• Authorize submittal of report to City Council and state agencies
• Report details 73 new residential permits issued in 2024
• City needs 1,827 additional units by 2031 to meet RHNA targets

City Council

The Pittsburg City Council will consider accepting a $2.2 million grant for Harbor Street safety upgrades and a list of road maintenance projects funded by the state. The meeting includes a closed session on labor negotiations and various proclamations.

• Accept $2,246,922 HSIP grant for Harbor Street safety improvements
• Adopt list of SB 1 road repair projects for FY 2025/26
• Amend municipal code to replace City logo
• Receive Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2024
• Closed session with labor negotiators

The council adopted a resolution to accept Highway Safety Improvement Program Cycle 12 grant funds and allocate matching funds for Project 2037-Harbor Safety Improvements. It also approved a list of projects funded by SB 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act, for FY 2025/26. The consent calendar item #13 was adopted separately. A proposal to amend the municipal code to replace the city logo failed because no second motion was offered.

• Adopted HSIP grant resolution (AYES: Adams, Kobata, Lopez, Killings; ABSENT: Banales)
• Adopted SB 1 road‑repair project list (AYES: Adams, Lopez, Killings; ABSENT: Banales, Kobata (recused))
• Adopted Consent Calendar item #13 (AYES: Adams, Kobata, Lopez, Killings; ABSENT: Banales)
• Failed ordinance to replace city logo (no second motion)

Finance Management Subcommittee

The Finance Management Subcommittee will meet on Friday, April 18, 2024 to discuss several updates. Staff will present a preliminary review of the 2025‑2026 fiscal year budget and request feedback. Additional updates will be provided on public works grants and special revenue sources. The meeting will also include public comment on non‑agenda items and subcommittee reports.

• Preliminary review of the 2025‑2026 city budget
• Update on current and potential public works grants
• Update on special revenue sources
• Public comment on non‑agenda items
• Subcommittee and staff reports

Planning Commission

The Pittsburg Planning Commission will consider a staff‑recommended resolution to adopt a text amendment to the Safety Element of the 2040 General Plan. The amendment would incorporate language from the City’s 2022 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (AP‑25‑0016). Staff notes the amendment is exempt from CEQA because it does not constitute a covered activity. The Commission will vote on the recommendation and forward it to the City Council.

• Recommendation to adopt a text amendment to the Safety Element of the 2040 General Plan to reflect the 2022 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (AP‑25‑0016)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the Strategic Plan for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and hold a budget workshop for the same period. The body will also vote on a new city logo and brand standards.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 City Council Strategic Plan
• Ordinance to adopt a revised City logo and Brand Standards
• Contract award to Consolidated Engineering Inc. for Project 2029-Zone 4 Pavement Management using CalRecycle grant funds
• Acceptance of $128,250 from the Department of Energy for energy efficiency projects
• Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget Workshop

The City Council adopted the Strategic Plan for Fiscal Year 2025‑2026. It approved an amendment to Section 1.28.015 of the Municipal Code and accepted brand standards. The Council also approved CalRecycle grant funding for a pavement‑management project and accepted a Department of Energy Energy Efficiency grant. All actions were adopted by the Council.

• Adopted City Council Strategic Plan for FY 2025‑26 (motion by Banales, passed 4‑0, Lopez absent)
• Adopted ordinance amendment to Section 1.28.015 and accepted brand standards (motion by Adams, passed 4‑0, Lopez absent)
• Approved consent calendar items (motion by Banales, passed 4‑0, Lopez absent)
• Adopted resolution allocating CalRecycle grant funds for Project 2029‑Z4 Pavement Management
• Adopted resolution accepting DOE Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission will meet to review a recap of the Youth and Government Conference. The body will also discuss career exploration options for the City of Pittsburg.

• Youth and Government Conference recap
• City of Pittsburg Career Exploration Options

The Youth Advisory Commission voted to approve the January 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners also approved an interview‑skills workshop with “mynextmove” and a panel of Pittsburg staff for a future meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved January 2025 meeting minutes (majority vote)
• Approved interview‑skills workshop with “mynextmove”
• Approved offering a Pittsburg staff panel as a meeting option

Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation Subcommittee

The subcommittee will meet to discuss the PACF budget and future activities. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Railroad Book Depot and associated assets.

• PACF Budget Discussion
• Future PACF Activities
• Railroad Book Depot and Asset Discussion

Planning Commission

The Pittsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Use Permit application (AP-25-0007) to open a full‑service restaurant with alcohol sales and live entertainment in the historic building at 337 Railroad Avenue. The commission will also receive a report on the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress. A notice of intent to exercise delegated design review authority will be presented.

• Use Permit application AP-25-0007 for Blue Sports Bar & Lounge at 337 Railroad Avenue (full‑service restaurant, alcohol, live entertainment)
• 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report – report and update
• Notice of Intent to Exercise Delegated Design Review Authority
• Public hearing procedure and opportunity for public comment

City of Pittsburg / Pittsburg Unified School District Liaison Committee (2x2)

The City of Pittsburg and Pittsburg Unified School District Liaison Committee will meet to discuss shared interests. Topics include facility use, the Pittsburg Plays! program, the Shimonoseki sister‑city relationship, Senate Bill 937, project updates, the school resource officer, and pedestrian safety and traffic flow. The meeting is for public comment and announcements, with no formal decisions listed.

• Facility Use (City & School District)
• Pittsburgh Plays! (City)
• Senate Bill 937 (School District)
• School Resource Officer (SRO) - (City)
• Pedestrian Safety and Traffic Flow / Street Safety Program (City & School District)

The committee recorded that the City agreed to withhold permit issuance until the Pittsburg Unified School District confirms payment, as discussed under Senate Bill 937. Other agenda items included updates on facility use, grant support for Pittsburg Plays!, a planned sister‑city visit, and upcoming community events. No formal votes or approvals were noted.

• City agreed no permits will be issued until District confirms payment (no vote recorded)

Life Enrichment Subcommittee

The Life Enrichment Subcommittee will discuss the 2025‑2030 Community Development Block Grant Consolidated Plan and the 2025‑2026 Annual Action Plan. Staff will explain the allocation process, and members will recommend funding allocations to sub‑recipients. The meeting also includes public comment, subcommittee and staff reports, and adjournment.

• Public comment for non‑agenda items
• Review of the CDBG 2025‑2030 Consolidated Plan
• Review of the CDBG 2025‑2026 Annual Action Plan
• Recommendation of funding allocations among sub‑recipients
• Subcommittee and staff reports or remarks

The subcommittee discussed the 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan and the 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant. Members reviewed the allocation process and assigned percentage allocations to subrecipients, using the FY 24-25 entitlement amount reduced by 10% as a placeholder. No votes or final approvals were recorded. The meeting was adjourned without any formal actions taken.

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget and grant items, including a $4 million allocation from the capital reserve to the Sports Tourism Project and approval for the Dream Courts recreation facility. The Housing Authority will adopt resolutions to approve its 2025 5‑Year and Annual Plan and to amend the FY 2024‑25 budget based on year‑end projections. Additional actions include authorizing security‑camera storage for Project 1801‑Frontage Road Living Green Trail and accepting grant funds for an Aquatic Adventure Camp and senior programs.

• Adoption of Housing Authority resolution approving the 2025 5‑Year and Annual Plan
• Adoption of Housing Authority resolution amending the FY 2024‑25 budget
• Authorization to purchase security‑camera storage for Project 1801‑Frontage Road Living Green Trail
• Allocation of $4 million capital reserve to the Sports Tourism Project and approval for Dream Courts construction
• Adoption of resolution to apply for and accept a $12,900 grant for an Aquatic Adventure Camp

Community And Economic Development Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review updates and seek feedback on the new ADU Accelerator grant, the ongoing revision of Development Code Title 18, the citywide rebranding and marketing strategy, and plans for a trolley or shuttle service. Staff will also brief the panel on the First Public Hydrogen Joint Powers Authority and the status of economic development contract services.

• $190,407 grant to establish an ADU Accelerator program
• Comprehensive update to Development Code Title 18
• Update on citywide rebranding and marketing strategy
• Exploration of a trolley or shuttle service for Pittsburg
• Overview of First Public Hydrogen Joint Powers Authority

Public Safety Subcommittee

The Public Safety Subcommittee will hear staff present an overview of the police department’s 2025‑2026 goals. A staff presentation will detail the Young Men’s Enrichment Program, a four‑week initiative for 14‑ to 17‑year‑old residents. The meeting also includes a Chief’s Report, public comment on non‑agenda items, and adjournment.

• Staff overview of Department 2025‑2026 goals
• Presentation on the Young Men’s Enrichment Program (four‑week youth program)
• Chief’s Report
• Public comment for non‑agenda items
• Adjournment

City Council

The Public Financing Authority of the Pittsburg Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District will hold a public hearing to discuss the Infrastructure Financing Plan. The body will decide whether to modify, reject, or proceed with the formation of the district to fund public infrastructure for economic development.

• First public hearing to receive comments on the Infrastructure Financing Plan (IFP)
• Decision to proceed with EIFD formation proceedings or modify/reject the IFP
• Approval of January 21, 2025, meeting minutes

City Council

The Pittsburg City Council will consider three actions: appointing a new member to the Planning Commission, accepting completion of the Frontage Road Living Green Trail project, and adopting a zoning map amendment to create a limited overlay district for the Quick Quack Car Wash site. The appointment fills a vacancy created when former commissioner Arlene Kobata moved to Council. The trail resolution authorizes the City Engineer to file a notice of completion for improvements along Frontage Road from Dover Way to Chelsea Way. The zoning ordinance would establish a Community Commercial District overlay for the property at APN 088-151-047, located about 700 feet east of Loveridge Road and North Park Boulevard.

• Appoint a candidate to the vacant Planning Commission seat (term Mar 1 2025‑Feb 28 2028).
• Accept Project 1801‑Frontage Road Living Green Trail as complete; authorize notice of completion for trail and parkway improvements from Dover Way to Chelsea Way.
• Adopt ordinance amending the Zoning Map to create a Limited Overlay District for Quick Quack Car Wash (APN 088‑151‑047) near Loveridge Rd & North Park Blvd.
• Approve minutes of February 3, 2025 (consent calendar).
• No fiscal impact reported for the Planning Commission appointment.

Infrastructure And Transportation Subcommittee

The Infrastructure and Transportation Subcommittee will discuss proposed goals for FY 2025/26, including road maintenance and traffic circulation. Staff will present a draft pavement management report and seek input on the City Entrance Feature Project. The meeting also includes status updates on active and completed capital improvement projects.

• Proposed goal to increase Pavement Condition Index (PCI) to 65 by 2029
• Proposed traffic delay reductions at San Marco Blvd and W Leland Blvd and the Railroad Ave Corridor
• Proposed increase in fines for illegal dumping
• Draft Pavement Management Report with estimated costs totaling $43,526,591.52
• Completed projects including Americana Park Bypass Channel ($1,554,678) and 2023/24 Pavement Management ($4,658,300)

Community And Economic Development Subcommittee

The Community and Economic Development Subcommittee will receive updates on department, environmental services, and priority area goals for Fiscal Year 2024/2025. The body will also review Quarter 4 economic development activities, including business licenses and grant awards.

• Award of $6,500 Façade Improvement Grant to Todo Loco Mexican Antojitos at 1269 California Avenue
• Report of 59 new business license applications, including Alibaba Kebab House at 3788 Railroad Avenue
• Expansion of NBC Packaging USA by 98,000 square feet at Empire Business Park
• Expansion of Delta Precision LLC into an 18,000 square foot facility at 559 Garcia Avenue
• Provision of signs to Old Town Market and Solano Pharmacy via the Old Town/Marina Sign Program

Planning Commission

The Pittsburg Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development applications: a Use Permit for the JC Recycling Facility relocation at 780 Clark Avenue, and a Design Review for 206 detached single‑family dwellings in the Siena at San Marco subdivision on a 58‑acre site near the Willow Pass Road interchange. The commission will also consider a notice of intent for a fence‑height exception and an exercise of delegated design‑review authority. Decisions made at this meeting will be subject to a ten‑day appeal period.

• JC Recycling Facility (Relocation) – Use Permit for bulk materials handling on ~2.0 acres of a 4.1‑acre site at 780 Clark Avenue (AP‑24‑0116).
• Siena at San Marco (Units 16 and 17) – Design Review for construction of 206 detached single‑family homes on ~58 acres south of Willow Pass Road interchange, State Route 4 (AP‑24‑0142).
• Notice of Intent to conduct a Zoning Administrator public hearing for a Fence Height Exception and to exercise Delegated Design Review Authority (PMC 18.32.010.B.3).
• Approval of minutes from the January 28, 2025 meeting (minutes of November 12, 2024 and December 10, 2024).
• Resolution recommending City Council adoption of an Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for a Quick Quack Car Wash facility (referenced in prior meeting minutes).

Finance Management Subcommittee

The Finance Management Subcommittee will hear staff updates on FY 25/26 proposed goals (A2.1, B3.1, B3.2), FY 24/25 goal progress, community services grant funding, and a detailed ARPA special‑revenues allocation totaling $16,290,477. Staff will also present potential options to recover credit‑card processing costs. The subcommittee is asked to provide feedback on each item.

• Overview of FY 25/26 Proposed Goals A2.1, B3.1 and B3.2
• Update on FY 24/25 Goals
• Community Services grants: CDBG $641,748 (FY 2024/25) and PLHA total $2,442,929, including a $630,657 housing rehab loan and $880,848 CORE contract
• Special Revenues Update: ARPA total $16,290,477 with allocations such as $7,250,000 Dream Courts, $1,896,582 Premier Fields, $479,733 Hotel Incentive, $200,000 Frontage Road Trail, $1,250,000 City Park Restroom, $2,068,227 Enterprise servers
• Credit Card Processing Fees: staff will present options to recover processing costs through Accela

Life Enrichment Subcommittee

The Life Enrichment Subcommittee will hear public comments and a presentation of the proposed FY 2025/26 Youth Development goals. Staff will update the subcommittee on recreation programs, the Economic Development Department's FY 2024/25 goals, and the upcoming "Pittsburg Cares" movement. The committee will discuss Community Development Block Grant subrecipient funding allocations and revisions to the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program, aiming to create a consolidated list of candidates for interviews in March 2025.

• Presentation of proposed FY 2025/26 Youth Development goals
• Update on FY 2024/25 Economic Development Department goals
• Discussion of Community Development Block Grant subrecipient funding allocations
• Review of proposed revisions to the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program
• Launch plan for the "Pittsburg Cares" movement (May 2025)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a car wash development and a telecommunications facility appeal. The body is also deciding on several subdivision maps and financial reimbursements for public capital facilities.

• Public hearing for Quick Quack Car Wash near Loveridge Road and North Park Boulevard, including a zoning map amendment
• Public hearing on an appeal regarding a 40-foot-tall 'Mono-Eucalyptus' telecommunications facility
• Proposed $1,750,000 reimbursement to developers for CFD 2009-01 (San Marco) public capital facilities
• Acceptance of a $250,000 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant from Cal OES
• Proposed FY 2025/26 Stormwater Utility Area fee set at $30.00 per Equivalent Runoff Unit

Community Advisory Commission

The Community Advisory Commission will review a comprehensive update to the City of Pittsburg Zoning Code and Zoning Map to align with the 2040 General Plan. Staff will also provide an overview of the Pittsburg Promise Community Scholarship for residents pursuing STEAM degrees.

• City of Pittsburg Zoning Code and Zoning Map update
• Pittsburg Promise Community Scholarship overview
• Reports from committees including Traffic/Eyes on the Street and Public Safety

City Council

The Pittsburg City Council will vote on a resolution that establishes the maximum number of apartment units that can be converted to condominiums for calendar year 2025. It will also adopt seven resolutions confirming that developers of Southwest (San Marco), Tuscany Meadows, Trans Bay Cable, Edgewater, Sky Ranch II, Montreux, and Columbia Solar are in compliance with their development agreements. Additional items include authorizing a contract with ESRI to upgrade the city’s ArcGIS software and accepting a $20,000 grant from the Keller Canyon Mitigation Fund for recreation programs.

• Adopt seven resolutions finding developers in compliance for Southwest (San Marco), Tuscany Meadows, Trans Bay Cable, Edgewater, Sky Ranch II, Montreux, and Columbia Solar
• Adopt resolution establishing the maximum number of condominium conversions for 2025 under Section 17.44.070 of the municipal code
• Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI) to upgrade the ArcGIS software subscription
• Adopt a Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation resolution to accept and allocate a $20,000 grant from the Keller Canyon Mitigation Fund for FY 24/25 and FY 25/26 recreation programs

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed car wash facility and associated zoning changes. The body will also review notices of intent to exercise delegated design review authority.

• Proposed 3,588 square-foot Quick Quack Car Wash facility (AP-24-0004)
• Zoning Map Amendment to rezone 11.79 acres from CC to CC-O
• Use Permit and Design Review for a car wash on a 0.9-acre portion of the site
• Sign Exception request to exceed maximum allowed square-footage
• Three Notices of Intent to Exercise Delegated Design Review Authority

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission will hear two presentations: a youth ambassador talk on clean energy from MCE, and an update from the City’s Youth and Government delegation. The meeting also includes routine reports, audience remarks, and commissioner comments, none of which require formal action.

• MCE Clean Energy – Youth Ambassador presentation by Ajah Quawiy
• City of Pittsburg – Youth and Government delegation updates
• Audience remarks (public comments, no action required)
• Commissioner and staff comments (informal, no action required)
• Routine agenda items: call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, correspondence, reports

City Council

The Pittsburg City Council, acting as the Public Financing Authority, will consider the Draft Infrastructure Financing Plan for the Pittsburg Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District. Staff will present the plan, seek comments, and recommend the council receive the report and provide feedback. The plan defines the district’s boundaries, potential projects, and revenue projections, and will be revised before two public hearings, the first scheduled for March 3. No fiscal impact is identified from this action.

• Presentation of the Draft Infrastructure Financing Plan for the Pittsburg EIFD
• Council asked to receive the report and provide feedback on the IFP
• No fiscal impact associated with the draft plan
• First public hearing on the IFP scheduled for March 3
• EIFD formation authorized by a 2023 Resolution of Intent and PFA structure approved Oct. 16, 2023

City Council

The City Council and Housing Authority will discuss infrastructure projects, including EV charging stations and ADA curb ramps. The Council is also considering a request for staff to analyze policies regarding residential tenant harassment and just cause eviction.

• Agreement with Veritel Homes, LLC for EV charging stations at 5th Street and Cumberland Street
• Contract with CLS/Cervantes Landscape Services, Inc. for 28 ADA curb ramps near Polaris Drive and N Parkside Drive
• Agreement with East Bay Regional Park District for $582,405.96 in Delta De Anza Multimodal Trail safety funds
• Purchase of two dump trucks using Water Operations Fund Reserves
• Housing Authority adoption of the 2025 Utility Allowance Schedule

City Council

The Pittsburg City Council will consider appointing a new member to fill a vacancy left by former Council Member Shanelle Scales-Preston. Interviews were held on January 6, 2025, and four finalists were selected. The appointee will serve until November 2026.

• Adoption of Minute Order to appoint a City Council Member
• Public comments on agenda items
• Council Member remarks
• Vacancy resulted from Shanelle Scales-Preston's election to Contra Costa County District 5 Supervisor
• Four finalists selected for the vacant seat

City Council

The Pittsburg City Council will interview 23 applicants for a vacant council seat on January 6, 2025, with a vote to appoint a new member scheduled for January 13, 2025. The position was left open after former Council Member Shanelle Scales-Preston was elected to the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors.

• Interview and selection process for one vacant City Council seat
• Public comments on agenda items and non-agenda issues
• Adjournment to a special meeting on January 13, 2025