San Pablo public meetings in 2023
46 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The December 19, 2023, Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. Public hearings for a community center at 14020 San Pablo Avenue and an alcohol license amendment are continued to January 23, 2024.
- Cancellation of the December 19, 2023, meeting
- Continuation of PLAN 2311-0010 (Bahá’í Faith Community Center at 14020 San Pablo Avenue)
- Continuation of PLAN 2311-0002 (Full liquor sales amendment for Royal Indian Restaurant at 13112 San Pablo Avenue)
City Council
The City Council will consider the Local Roadway Safety Plan and updates to accessory dwelling unit standards. The agenda also includes reviewing contract amendments for engineering services and fee waivers for local youth sports clubs.
- $213,690 for public safety camera infrastructure, including storage and servers
- Ordinance amending procedures and standards for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
- Adoption of the Local Roadway Safety Plan
- Fee waivers for San Pablo United Youth Soccer Club and San Pablo Baseball Association
- $14,922 grant for police department mobile routers
City Council
The City Council will consider a subdivision agreement for a 20-lot townhouse development at 2812 Chattleton Lane. Additionally, the council will review a $1.0 million appropriation for a post-employment benefits trust program and a 10-year long-range financial plan.
- Subdivision agreement and final map for 20-lot townhouse development at 2812 Chattleton Lane
- Amendment to the General Fund Designated Reserves for fiscal year 2023-24
- $1.0 million appropriation for a post-employment benefits trust program administered by PARS and U.S. Bank
- Presentation of the City's 10-year long-range financial plan and budget assumptions
Public Safety Standing Committee
The committee will review annual waste collection rate adjustments from Republic Services. Members will also consider recommendations for a mental health evaluation partnership and legal contract services for code enforcement.
- Annual residential and commercial waste collection rate adjustment by Republic Services effective January 1, 2024
- Proposed partnership between Contra Costa County Behavioral Health MHET program and San Pablo Police Department for FY 2024-2025
- Proposed legal contract services with Civica Law Group, APC for enhanced code enforcement regulations for FY 2024-2025
Budget, Fiscal & Legislative Standing Committee
The special meeting of the Budget, Fiscal & Legislative Standing Committee scheduled for December 6, 2023, has been cancelled. The date for the next meeting is to be determined.
Community Services Standing Committee
The Committee will review presentations regarding field fee waiver requests for youth soccer and baseball associations. Members will also receive updates on a paratransit medical trip pilot program and a proposal to merge two grant programs.
- San Pablo United Youth Soccer Club winter/spring field fee waiver requests
- San Pablo Baseball Association winter/spring field fee waiver requests
- Paratransit medical trip pilot program presentation
- Proposal to merge Team for Youth (TFY) and Childhood Obesity Prevention (COP) programs
City Council
The City Council will conduct the annual election of a new Mayor and Vice Mayor. The agenda also includes remarks from the outgoing Mayor and comments from the incoming Mayor.
- Election of new Mayor
- Administration of oath of office to incoming Mayor
- Election of new Vice Mayor
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a city-initiated amendment to the San Pablo Zoning Ordinance. The proposal seeks to add a new section, 17.38.090, titled Designated Housing Element Sites (HE).
- Amendment to San Pablo Zoning Ordinance Chapter 17.38 regarding Overlay and Special Districts
- Addition of new Section 17.38.090: Designated Housing Element Sites (HE)
City Council
The San Pablo City Council will convene for a special and regular session to approve routine contracts, grant applications, and policy updates. A primary focus is amending zoning rules for accessory dwelling units, which would change how residents can develop secondary housing on their property. The council will also consider funding for police mobile routers and facility upgrades, alongside closed-session reports on anticipated litigation regarding retired employee health benefits.
- Public hearing on an ordinance amending zoning procedures and development standards for accessory dwelling units (ADUs).
- Resolution approving a CalTRANS cooperative agreement for $562,500 to install a trash capture device at Church Lane and Willow Avenue.
- Contract amendment with Mack5 increasing compensation by $169,468 to a total of $1,052,393 for the new San Pablo Police Headquarters and Training Facility.
- Resolution accepting $14,922 in Justice Assistance Grant funds to purchase mobile routers for police operations.
- Consent calendar items include adopting the Contra Costa College Mobility Hub Plan and appointing eleven members to the San Pablo Youth Commission.
City Council
The City Council will review presentations regarding AC Transit's service redesign and the San Pablo Beacon Community Schools evaluation. The Council also plans to consider a grant application for a college mobility hub project and a traffic safety enforcement grant.
- $2,950,000 MTC funding application for Contra Costa College Mobility Hub Project
- $29,000 grant from California Office of Traffic Safety for traffic enforcement
- AC Transit 'Realign' initiative presentation
- Bush Avenue Pocket Park project design and naming policy procedures
- Treasurer’s Report for the quarter ended September 30, 2023
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding the Contra Costa College Mobility Hub Plan and amendments to the San Pablo Zoning Code for Accessory Dwelling Units. The body will also consider a General Plan conformity finding for a parcel on Vale Road.
- Public hearing: Contra Costa College Mobility Hub Plan
- Public hearing: Amendment to San Pablo Zoning Code Chapter 17.60 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
- Finding of General Plan conformity for a parcel on Vale Road (APN 417-190-023)
Community Services Standing Committee
The Committee will review the Bush Pocket Park design and Community Champions for potential adoption by the City Council. The meeting also includes a presentation on the City of San Pablo Facility Naming Policy regarding two new city park projects.
- Presentation of Bush Pocket Park design and Community Champions
- Presentation of the City of San Pablo Facility Naming Policy for two new city park projects
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to present a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The council will also meet in closed session with legal counsel to discuss several active litigation cases.
- Proclamation declaring October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
- Closed session regarding County of Contra Costa v. Monsanto Company
- Closed session regarding S.D.G v. City of San Pablo
- Closed session regarding Yoo, Michelle v. City of San Pablo
- Closed session regarding Estate of Daniel Villatoro v. Anthony Cornell III Greenwood
Economic Development, Housing & Project Management Standing Committee
The committee will review presentations regarding two urban planning projects. These include the Contra Costa College Mobility Hub Plan and the Sustainable Transit Oriented Development Master Plan. The committee is tasked with recommending formal adoption of these plans to the City Council.
- Presentation of Contra Costa College Mobility Hub Plan (23-4091)
- Presentation of San Pablo Sustainable Transit Oriented Development Master Plan (23-4102)
City Council
The City Council will consider a contract for asset management services and a youth mini-grant program. Members will also discuss selecting a logo for the Old Town Beautification campaign. Additionally, the Council may vote to temporarily suspend public comment via Zoom and telephone.
- Approximately $144,125 agreement with OpenGov Inc. for asset management services
- S.L.U.G. mini-grant program providing up to $6,000 annually for youth programs
- Temporary suspension of public comment via Zoom and telephone through April 2024
- Proclamation declaring October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
City Council
The City Council will consider a $3,050,000 land sale to Lytton Rancheria and a property transfer to West Contra Costa Unified School District. The agenda also includes decisions on budgeting software purchases and updates to the Community Services Department fee schedule.
- Sale of Vale Road property to Lytton Rancheria for $3,050,000
- Property transfer agreement with West Contra Costa Unified School District
- Purchase of ClearGov budgeting software up to $105,543.75
- Updated Community Services Department Master Fee Schedule effective December 1, 2023
- Contract amendment for legal services up to $100,000
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 26, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will take place on October 24, 2023.
City Council
The City Council will consider a property transfer agreement with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. and several service contracts. The agenda also includes the appointment of a new City Attorney and various community sponsorships. Additionally, the council will review reports from EBMUD and the Police Department.
- Property transfer agreement with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. for 2001 Rumrill Boulevard
- Consulting agreement for Rental Registry Program implementation
- MOU with City of Richmond for waste collection services up to $91,512.50
- $8,640 appropriation for repairs to the San Pablo Police Department elevator
- Appointment of Brian Hickey as City Attorney effective October 16, 2023
City Council
The City Council will conduct a special meeting including several closed session items. These sessions involve discussions with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation and a public employee performance evaluation.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding 1 potential case (23-3521)
- Conference with legal counsel regarding 13 potential cases (23-3282)
- Conference with legal counsel regarding 4 potential cases (23-3753)
- Public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager (23-2634)
City Council
This is a special meeting and closed session meeting for the San Pablo City Council. The agenda includes a closed session discussion regarding public employment.
- Public employment discussion regarding City Attorney and Interim City Attorney titles
City Council
The City Council will review updates on the San Pablo Housing Element and economic development services. The meeting includes decisions on several contracts, including security services and financial consulting. The council will also consider a loan extension for the Giant Road Apartments project.
- $150,000 grant from State Coastal Conservancy for Rumrill Boulevard Complete Streets Project
- Four-year, $600,000 security services agreement with Bajan Security
- $90,000 consulting agreement with PFM Group Consulting LLC
- Five-year dispatch services agreement with Contra Costa Community College District
- Loan extension for Giant Road Apartments project
Planning Commission
The commission will consider a permit to allow bank and financial services at 1327 Rumrill Blvd. The body will also review General Plan conformity for land acquisitions by Contra Costa County and the City of San Pablo.
- Conditional Use Permit for bank/financial services at 1327 Rumrill Blvd
- General Plan conformity for Contra Costa County's acquisition of 1.10 acres at 2523 El Portal Drive
- General Plan conformity for City of San Pablo's acquisition of a parcel at 2001 Rumrill Boulevard
City Council
The City Council will consider a $2,426,397 contract increase for the Rumrill Boulevard Complete Streets Project. The council will also discuss establishing a pilot scholarship program and property negotiations with Chevron U.S.A., Inc. and San Pablo Lytton Casino.
- Contract increase of $2,426,397 for the Rumrill Boulevard Complete Streets Project
- Pilot scholarship program with up to $300,000 in funding over three years
- $1,199,035 contract award for 2600 Moraga Road abatement and demolition
- Ratification of a $3 million state appropriation for the SPARC project
- Property negotiations with Chevron U.S.A., Inc. and San Pablo Lytton Casino
City Council
The City Council will consider approving the 2600 Moraga Road Abatement and Demolition Project as part of a larger park renovation. This includes awarding a contract to PARC Environmental for asbestos removal and demolition. The council will also receive a presentation regarding the new police department patch.
- Contract award to PARC Environmental not to exceed $1,199,035 for 2600 Moraga Road project
- Rejection of bid by Ferma Corporation for the demolition project
- Presentation of the new San Pablo Police Department patch
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 25, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will take place on August 22, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
City Council
The City Council will consider several resolutions including a drone-as-first-responder program and citywide slurry seal project updates. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding residential off-street parking requirements for family day care homes.
- Expansion of unmanned aircraft system (drone) program up to $644,311
- Citywide Slurry Seal Project contract amendment for $298,326.16
- Beacon Community School Initiative programs up to $785,000
- Public hearing on residential off-street parking requirements for family day care homes
- Presentation on Caltrans Interstate 80 summer paving project
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for an affordable multi-family housing project at 1820 Rumrill Boulevard. The commission will also consider plans for a new police headquarters and training facility at 1050 Gateway Avenue. Additionally, they will discuss amendments to parking requirements for family day care homes.
- 40-unit affordable housing project at 1820 Rumrill Boulevard
- New police headquarters and training facility at 1050 Gateway Avenue
- Zoning code amendment regarding parking for family day care homes
City Council
The San Pablo City Council will review several administrative items, including upcoming changes to city user fees effective July 1, 2023. The council is also set to consider multiple professional service agreements and contract amendments for city operations.
- User fee increases for building, planning, and public works effective July 1, 2023
- Fifth amendment with Contra Costa Health Services for homeless outreach ($340,127 over three years)
- Lease agreement with Eclipse Office Technology for copiers ($307,260 over approximately five years)
- On-call agreements for electrician services up to $150,000 annually and plumbing up to $50,000 annually
- Amendment to Geosyntec Consultants agreement (total not to exceed $495,283)
City Council
The City Council will review several service contracts and policy amendments during this meeting. Key items include approving a multi-year dispatch services agreement and allocating funds for community grants. The council will also consider using general fund reserves to cover unexpected expenditures.
- Five-year, $6,913,726 agreement with Tri-City Consortium for dispatch services
- Appropriation of approximately $1.79 million from reserves for unforeseen expenditures
- $100,000 total funding for the San Pablo Community Foundation grant program
- Agreement with Pinnacle Petroleum for fuel up to $704,846
- Five-year street sweeping agreement up to $994,614
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for an existing restaurant. The request seeks to allow on-site beer and wine sales at 13830 San Pablo Avenue, Suites H & I.
- Conditional Use Permit for beer and wine sales at 13830 San Pablo Avenue, Suites H & I
- Approval of April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (#PC23-121)
City Council
The City Council will review several financial matters, including general fund reserve allocations and budget restorations. The meeting also includes discussions on various consulting agreements and grant funding for city services.
- Allocation of $16,971,805 in General Fund Designated Reserves
- Appropriation of $2.99 million from reserves for budget restoration and mid-cycle adjustments
- Three-year agreement with 4Leaf, Inc. not to exceed $775,000 for inspection and permit services
- Three-year agreement with WBA Consulting & Investigations LLC not to exceed $225,000
- Acceptance of $37,912.46 in grant funding for Police Department officer wellness
City Council
The City Council will review several administrative actions including contract approvals for legal services and internal investigations. The agenda also includes a discussion on regulating side show events and a public hearing regarding police training funds.
- Consultant agreement with R. Giordano Consulting & Investigations up to $225,000
- Legal services agreement amendment with Jarvis Fay LLP for a new total of $190,000
- Trash capture device design contract with Schaaf & Wheeler up to $151,700
- $2,950,000 grant application for Contra Costa College Mobility Hub Project
- Public hearing for $13,854 in Justice Assistance Grant funds for police training
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a major design review for a new mixed-use building at 1723 14th Street. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding a mobile food truck permit at 1503 Rumrill Blvd.
- Major design review and conditional use permit for a 3,916 square foot mixed-use building at 1723 14th Street
- Conditional use permit for a mobile food truck at 1503 Rumrill Blvd
- Approval of March 28, 2023 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will review several items including community outreach and social media service agreements, economic development funding, and park revitalization grants. The meeting also includes discussions on youth commission updates and street closures for the Cinco de Mayo parade.
- Contract with Strategy Research Institute, Inc. for community outreach not to exceed $180,000
- Contract with Integrated Marketing Communications for social media services not to exceed $156,600
- $7,500 event sponsorship and street closures for the 2023 Cinco de Mayo Peace & Unity Parade
- Agreement with San Pablo Economic Development Corporation not to exceed $1,687,500 over three years
- Grant application for $2,300,000 via Caltrans for the park at 2600 Moraga Road
City Council
The City Council will hold a strategic priority-setting workshop. This session is intended to develop a draft for the proposed FY 2023-25 Council Priority Workplan.
- Workshop to develop the FY 2023-25 Council Priority Workplan draft
- Consideration of remote participation requests from Councilmembers under AB 2449
City Council
The City Council will consider several resolutions, including a citywide slurry seal project and various legal matters. A closed session is scheduled to discuss potential or existing litigation regarding nationwide opioid manufacturer settlements.
- Citywide Slurry Seal Project: $853,002 total authorization for Doolittle Construction, LLC
- Park Engineering on-call agreement amendment: up to $229,760
- Subordination agreement with Pacific West Bank for Alvarado Gardens project at 13831 San Pablo Avenue
- Sanitary sewer easement agreements at Moraga Road and APN 416-140-053
- Closed session discussion of five opioid litigation cases involving Teva, Allergan, Walmart, Walgreens, and CVS
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a request for an art permit for a proposed mural on a self-storage commercial building. Staff will also provide updates regarding the Housing Element and General Plan annual progress reports.
- Art permit for a public art mural at 2622 Moraga Road
- Housing Element Annual Progress Report Update
- General Plan Annual Progress Report Update
City Council
The City Council will consider several administrative updates and property-related agreements. This includes a development agreement for the former City Hall site and new consulting contracts. The council will also review changes to the city's purchasing policy and staff classification plan.
- Development agreement with Danco Communities for 13831 San Pablo Avenue
- Consulting services agreement with Townsend Public Affairs up to $207,000
- Purchase of a 2023 Ford Lightning EV truck up to $62,246.85
- Consulting services agreement with James S. Parrott up to $54,000
- Amendments to the city classification plan for new staff positions
City Council
The City Council will consider several resolutions, including a $100,000 Peregrine software license renewal and the purchase of a new diesel garbage truck. The meeting also includes presentations on annual survey results and the city's 75th anniversary.
- Renewal of Peregrine Software license for $100,000
- Authorization to purchase one 2023 Ford F-550 diesel garbage truck
- Denial of seven liability claims
- Establishment of a City Attorney employment agreement subcommittee
- Activation of the Casino San Pablo / Lytton Tribe temporary ad-hoc subcommittee
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding an alcohol license amendment and receive a presentation on meeting formats. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and staff updates on the Housing Element.
- Public hearing for conditional use permit amendment to allow on-site general alcohol sales at 1811 23rd Street, Suite E
- Presentation regarding format and requirements for Planning Commission meetings beginning March 1, 2023
- Approval of November 22, 2022 meeting minutes
- Staff update on the Housing Element
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference. The agenda includes a closed session for the performance evaluation of the City Attorney. No other specific legislative actions or public hearings are listed.
- Public employee performance evaluation for the City Attorney (#23-0591)
City Council
The San Pablo City Council will consider awarding a design-build contract to C. Overaa & Co. for a new police headquarters and regional training facility. This project at Plaza San Pablo would be funded by $43,608,026 from lease revenue bonds, reserves, and general funds. The Council will also consider terminating the local COVID-19 emergency proclamation effective March 1, 2023.
- $38,491,497 contract for new police headquarters and training facility
- Audit services agreement amendment with Maze & Associates up to $760,250
- Purchase of five 2023 Ford Explorer utility vehicles for $286,112
- $166,036 for 29 Panasonic Toughbook computers for police vehicles
- Termination of the local COVID-19 emergency proclamation
City Council
The City Council will consider several budget amendments and contract approvals. The Council will also discuss adding research into regulating or banning non-flushable wipes to the city's workplan. Other items include reviewing a police grant for tobacco control and establishing stormwater assessment rates.
- $936,288 grant for Police Department tobacco program
- $1.045 million budget amendment from the General Fund Reserve
- $75,000 increase for legal services contract with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore
- $56,863 agreement with Earth Team for Rumrill Complete Streets project
- Establishment of FY 2023/24 stormwater utility assessment rates
City Council
The San Pablo City Council will hold a special closed session meeting on January 30, 2023. The agenda includes a performance evaluation for the City Attorney and discussions regarding existing litigation involving the city.
- City Attorney performance evaluation (#23-0381)
- Litigation: County of Contra Costa v. Monsanto Company
- Litigation: S.D.G v. City of San Pablo (Case No. C21-01488)
- Litigation: Yoo, Michelle v. City of San Pablo (Case No. 22CV013039)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for January 24, 2023, has been cancelled. A public hearing regarding an alcohol license amendment for Chick Chick Chicken has been continued to February 28, 2023.
- Continuation of PLAN 2211-0009: request for full liquor sales at 1811 23rd Street
City Council
The San Pablo City Council will consider several financial and regulatory items. This includes amending the General Fund designated reserves and requesting $160,000 for a school safety project. The council will also review building code updates and emergency procurement reports.
- Amendment of $7,429,138 in General Fund designated reserves
- $160,000 funding request for Safe Routes to E.M. Downer Elementary School
- $33,000 in emergency procurements for 2600 Moraga Road
- Subordination agreement for Rumrill Place Apartments at 1883 Rumrill Boulevard
- Adoption of updated 2022 California building and fire codes