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Sunnyvale public meetings in 2025

229 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 24, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Zoning Administrator hearing canceled for Dec 24, 2025

The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for 3:00 PM on December 24, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for January 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM.

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Teleconference: City Web Stream
Mon Dec 22, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Sunnyvale Planning Commission meeting canceled

The Planning Commission canceled both its 6:00 PM study session and 7:00 PM public hearing scheduled for December 22, 2025. The next meeting is tentatively set for January 12, 2026.

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Thu Dec 18, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

BPAC to review ethics code and discuss priority projects

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission will approve meeting minutes and review the City Code of Ethics for elected officials. The body will also discuss a priority project idea to present to the City Council.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-1160 — approved on the Consent Calendar
5 yea · 2 absent
Jonathan Wilson yea · Bryce Beagle absent · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota yea · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman yea · Diyi Zhu absent
25-1161 — voted
5 yea · 2 absent
Jonathan Wilson yea · Bryce Beagle absent · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota yea · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman yea · Diyi Zhu absent
Wed Dec 17, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Arts Commission

Arts Commission meeting canceled for Dec. 17, 2025

The regular meeting of the Sunnyvale Arts Commission scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, in the Redwood Room has been canceled. The next meeting is set for Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026.

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Tue Dec 16, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Housing and Human Services Commission

Housing and Human Services Commission meeting canceled

The Housing and Human Services Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025, has been canceled. The next special meeting is set for Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026, and the next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026.

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Mon Dec 15, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Sustainability Commission

Sustainability Commission meeting canceled for December 15, 2025

The regular meeting of the Sustainability Commission scheduled for December 15, 2025, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

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Thu Dec 11, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Human Relations Commission

HRC to discuss recommending one priority project to City Council

The Human Relations Commission will discuss and possibly recommend one priority project idea to the City Council, review the City's Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected and appointed officials, and receive an update on the Community Needs Assessment. The consent calendar includes approval of the November 13, 2025 meeting minutes.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-1121 — voted
3 nay · 2 yea · 1 absent · 1 abstain
Maria Paulina Zapata absent · Nenuca Syquia yea · Claudia Camacho nay · Joshua Charnota abstain · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa nay · Ariana Ziolkowski nay
25-1122 — approved
28 yea · 5 absent · 2 nay
Maria Paulina Zapata absent · Nenuca Syquia yea · Claudia Camacho nay · Joshua Charnota yea · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea · Ariana Ziolkowski yea · Maria Paulina Zapata absent · Nenuca Syquia yea · Claudia Camacho nay · Joshua Charnota yea · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea · Ariana Ziolkowski yea · Maria Paulina Zapata absent · Nenuca Syquia yea · Claudia Camacho yea · Joshua Charnota yea · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea · Ariana Ziolkowski yea · Maria Paulina Zapata absent · Nenuca Syquia yea · Claudia Camacho yea · Joshua Charnota yea · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea · Ariana Ziolkowski yea · Maria Paulina Zapata absent · Nenuca Syquia yea · Claudia Camacho yea · Joshua Charnota yea · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea · Ariana Ziolkowski yea
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Dec 10, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

Commission will approve 2026 work plan and November minutes

The Sunnyvale Parks and Recreation Commission will vote to approve the meeting minutes from November 12, 2025. It will also consider and vote on the 2026 Annual Work Plan. The meeting includes a brief oral communications period for public comment, but no action can be taken on items not listed on the agenda.

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Wed Dec 10, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Sunnyvale zoning hearing to consider two subdivision and development permit requests

The Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator will hold a teleconference hearing to consider two projects: a tentative parcel map to subdivide a property on El Camino Real and a special development permit for a public service building on Sunnyvale Avenue. Both items are recommended for approval.

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✓ Decided: Zoning Administrator approved a special development permit for a public service building

The hearing approved two permits: the Tentative Parcel Map for 1027 W. El Camino Real and the Special Development Permit for 298 S. Sunnyvale Avenue. Both approvals were recorded as Alternative 1 and Alternative 2 respectively, with the special development permit including corrected hours-of-operation conditions. No members of the public offered comments on either item.

Teleconference: City Web Stream
Wed Dec 10, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission meeting canceled

The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for December 10, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 14, 2025.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025 · 5:45 PM

City Council

Council to consider development agreement for 333-385 Moffett Park Dr.

The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss multiple pending lawsuits, then hold a study session on vice mayor selection. The regular meeting includes consent items (claims, impact fees, contract awards, etc.) and public hearings on amending council policies and a major development agreement for a new office/R&D building at 333-385 Moffett Park Drive. A joint meeting with the Sunnyvale Financing Authority will receive annual financial reports.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves $2.3M water contract and other agenda items

The council unanimously approved agenda items 1.A through 1.J, which include several contracts, amendments and salary updates. It also unanimously approved the Sunnyvale Financing Authority minutes. A proposal to modify the budget (adding $1 M to two funds and reducing pension contributions) failed by a 2‑4 vote. All actions were recorded as part of the regular meeting.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0450 — voted
4 nay · 2 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein nay · Linda Sell nay · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan absent · Charlsie Chang nay · Eileen Le nay
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Dec 8, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review City Code of Ethics, consider recommending changes to Council

The Planning Commission will conduct its annual review of the City's Code of Ethics for elected and appointed officials, with staff making no recommendation. The commission may choose to propose changes to the City Council. They will also approve the minutes from the November 24, 2025 meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommended the 2025 Code of Ethics to the City Council

The commission approved the November 24 minutes and a consent‑calendar revision. It unanimously recommended Alternative 1 of the 2025 Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials to the City Council. No public comments were received on either item.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
6 yea · 1 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Neela Shukla yea · Galen Kim Davis absent · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Ilan Sigura yea
25-0990 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Neela Shukla yea · Galen Kim Davis absent · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Ilan Sigura yea
Thu Dec 4, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Charter Review Committee

Committee will vote on Charter Review Committee Report 25-05592

The Sunnyvale Charter Review Committee meeting will consider items on its consent calendar, including approval of the November 6, 2025 meeting minutes (item 25-05121.A). It will also consider a public hearing/general business item to approve Charter Review Committee Report 25-05592, for which staff makes no recommendation. The meeting includes a 15‑minute oral communications period for public comment, but the committee cannot act on items not listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved draft charter revisions, compensation updates, and settlement limits

The Charter Review Committee approved the November 6, 2025 meeting minutes and the draft charter review report with several sections and attachments. It adopted revisions to Charter Section 605 compensation figures, approved language on City Council vacancies, and set a settlement authority limit range of $100,000 to $150,000 (up to $150,000). All motions passed unanimously, with one abstention on the minutes approval.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
9 yea · 1 abstain
Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Kathryn Filley yea · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne abstain · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey yea
25-0559 — approved as amended
30 yea
Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Kathryn Filley yea · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne yea · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey yea · Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Kathryn Filley yea · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne yea · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey yea · Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Kathryn Filley yea · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne yea · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey yea
25-0559 — approved
30 yea
Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Kathryn Filley yea · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne yea · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey yea · Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Kathryn Filley yea · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne yea · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey yea · Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Kathryn Filley yea · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne yea · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey yea
Wed Dec 3, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Heritage Preservation Commission

Commission to discuss a City Council priority project idea

The Heritage Preservation Commission will meet to approve draft meeting minutes and discuss one project idea for recommendation to the City Council. The meeting is held at City Hall.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Tue Dec 2, 2025 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to consider adopting five-year strategic plan to end homelessness

At a special joint meeting with the Housing and Human Services Commission, the Council will discuss and potentially adopt a 2026-2030 Strategic Plan to End Homelessness and direct staff to return with an implementation plan. During the regular meeting, the Council will also consider approving bike lane installation on Hollenbeck Avenue, increasing a chemical supply contract to $545,000, and granting a 15-year franchise extension for nitrogen gas distribution, along with other consent items.

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends adopting five‑year homelessness strategic plan (5‑2)

The Housing and Human Services Commission voted 5‑2 to recommend adopting Alternative 2, the draft Five‑Year Strategic Plan to End Homelessness, with six amendments. The City Council then voted 7‑0 to direct staff to bring an updated draft of the plan to Council in the first half of 2026. The Council also approved several consent‑calendar items, including a purchase‑agreement modification for aluminum sulfate, a Cal OES emergency‑assistance resolution, a meeting‑calendar update, and a 15‑year franchise extension for Air Products.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0707 — voted
5 nay · 2 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell nay · Alysa Cisneros nay · Richard Mehlinger nay · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang nay · Eileen Le nay
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6 yea · 1 nay
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan nay · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Dec 2, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Housing and Human Services Commission

Joint session to adopt 5-year plan to end homelessness

The Housing and Human Services Commission will hold a special joint meeting with the City Council to discuss and potentially adopt a 2026-2030 Strategic Plan to Address Homelessness. The Commission will recommend a preferred option to the City Council, which would then adopt the plan and direct staff to create an implementation plan.

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends adopting five‑year homelessness strategic plan with amendments

The Housing and Human Services Commission voted 5‑2 to recommend Alternative 2 – adoption of the draft Five‑Year Strategic Plan to End Homelessness with six specified amendments – to the City Council. The City Council then voted 7‑0 to direct staff to bring an updated draft and agenda item back to Council in the first half of 2026.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Mon Dec 1, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

December 1 Library Trustees meeting canceled

The regular meeting of the Board of Library Trustees scheduled for December 1, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is set for January 5, 2026.

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Mon Dec 1, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Community Event and Neighborhood Grant Distribution Subcommittee

Subcommittee to recommend 2026 grant funding levels for community events and neighborhood programs

The Community Event and Neighborhood Grant Distribution Subcommittee will review calendar year 2025 grants and consider applications for the 2026 grant program. The subcommittee is expected to recommend funding levels for Council approval. The consent calendar includes approval of the August 6, 2025 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Subcommittee approved 2026 grant funding recommendation and adopted prior minutes

The subcommittee approved the minutes from its August 6, 2025 meeting by a unanimous 3‑0 vote. It then voted 2‑0 (with one abstention) to recommend that the City Council approve the 2026 Community Event and Neighborhood Grant funding levels as submitted, noting the Chamber will re‑apply after its fundraising.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
3 yea
Alysa Cisneros yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Linda Sell yea
25-0593 — approved
2 yea · 1 abstain
Alysa Cisneros yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Linda Sell abstain
Wed Nov 26, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Housing and Human Services Commission

Housing commission meeting canceled for Nov. 26

The regular meeting of the Housing and Human Services Commission scheduled for Nov. 26, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is set for Feb. 25, 2026, in the Redwood Conference Room.

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Wed Nov 26, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Zoning Administrator to decide on use permit for vocal instruction studio at 510 Lawrence Expressway

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to decide on a use permit application for a vocal instruction studio in an existing commercial suite at 510 Lawrence Expressway, Suite 224. No expansion or exterior modifications are proposed. The city planner recommends approval with conditions. The meeting is on November 26, 2025, at 3 PM via teleconference.

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✓ Decided: Zoning Administrator approves use permit for vocal studio at 510 Lawrence Expressway

The Zoning Administrator approved the use permit (Alternative 2) for a vocal instruction studio at 510 Lawrence Expressway, Suite 224. The approval includes updated conditions on hours, noise limits, and use restrictions. No public comments were received and the hearing was adjourned at 3:06 p.m.

Teleconference: City Web Stream
Mon Nov 24, 2025 · 5:30 PM

Planning Commission

Sunnyvale Planning Commission considers housing and office projects

The Sunnyvale Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to study two residential development proposals and a proposed office project. The body will also approve meeting minutes and hear public comment.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends Moffett Park project approval to City Council

The commission approved the consent calendar (4‑0) and adopted the November 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to recommend Alternative 2 for the Moffett Park Development Agreement, Site Master Plan and Special Development Permit, also by a 4‑0 vote. The recommendation will be forwarded to City Council for consideration on December 9, 2025.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
4 yea · 3 absent
Nathan Iglesias absent · Neela Shukla yea · Galen Kim Davis absent · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Ilan Sigura absent
25-0965 — approved
4 yea · 3 absent
Nathan Iglesias absent · Neela Shukla yea · Galen Kim Davis absent · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Ilan Sigura absent
Mon Nov 24, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Housing and Human Services Commission

Commission to approve 2026 work plan and recommend priority project to council

The Housing and Human Services Commission will consider approving its draft 2026 Annual Work Plan and discuss and possibly recommend one Council Priority Project Idea to the City Council. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment opportunities.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved work plan and recommended rental‑registry study

The commission unanimously approved the consent calendar, the draft 2026 Housing and Human Services work plan, and a recommendation to the City Council for a study of an accessible rental registry. All three motions passed with a 5‑0 vote, with Commissioners Davis and Weiss absent. The rental‑registry proposal aims to help tenants understand their rights and assist landlords with compliance. The commission also scheduled a special meeting for Jan 6 2026 to discuss a HUD Action Plan amendment.

Online and Redwood Conference Room 140, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Morgan Friedlander yea · Leesa Riviere yea · Jim Davis absent · Scott Duncan yea · Rao Shen yea · Commissioner Steward yea · Carol Weiss absent
25-1067 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Morgan Friedlander yea · Leesa Riviere yea · Jim Davis absent · Scott Duncan yea · Rao Shen yea · Commissioner Steward yea · Carol Weiss absent
25-1081 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Morgan Friedlander yea · Leesa Riviere yea · Jim Davis absent · Scott Duncan yea · Rao Shen yea · Commissioner Steward yea · Carol Weiss absent
Thu Nov 20, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

Recommend Caltrain Station pedestrian-bicycle access concept plans

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission will consider recommending to City Council the concept plans from the Sunnyvale Caltrain Station Pedestrian-Bicycle Access Study, including directing staff to add them as unfunded projects in the FY 2026/27 Budget. The Commission will also discuss the East Channel Trail Study and vote on the BPAC 2026 Master Work Plan. Consent items include approving October meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves meeting minutes and advances Caltrain bike‑pedestrian study

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission approved the October 16 and October 23 meeting minutes with a 5‑yes, 0‑no, 1‑absent, 1‑abstain vote. The commission then moved a motion to approve Alternative 1 of the Sunnyvale Caltrain Station Pedestrian‑Bicycle Access Study with three specific modifications, but the minutes do not record the vote outcome. No additional public speakers were recorded for the later public comment periods.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-1095 — amended
3 yea · 2 nay · 2 absent
Jonathan Wilson yea · Bryce Beagle nay · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota yea · Dan Hafeman absent · Leia Mehlman nay · Diyi Zhu absent
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Nov 19, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Arts Commission

Arts Commission meeting on Nov 19, 2025 has been canceled

The scheduled Arts Commission meeting for November 19, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this time. The next regular meeting is set for January 21, 2026 at 7 p.m. in the Redwood Room, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025 · 4:30 PM

City Council

Sunnyvale Council to approve elevator repairs and public safety salary increases

The Sunnyvale City Council will meet to approve the repair and modernization of the Public Safety Headquarters elevator, authorize salary increases for public safety managers, and consider a nitrogen gas franchise agreement extension.

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✓ Decided: Council votes 4-1-2 to initiate litigation under California Gov Code 54956.9

The council directed initiation of litigation pursuant to Section 54956.9 with a 4‑1‑2 vote. It approved a package of agenda items, including an Otis Elevator contract for $454,150 and a $499,565 budget modification, a classification‑plan amendment for GIS positions, and a memorandum with the Public Safety Managers’ Association. The council also approved the applicant’s Below‑Market‑Rate housing compliance plan for 1124 W. El Camino Real (5‑0) and adopted salary increases for public‑safety staff. All votes were recorded as shown in the minutes.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
25-0045 — voted to appoint
5 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
25-0912 — voted
5 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
25-0929 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
25-0950 — approved with modifications
5 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
25-1046 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
Mon Nov 17, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Sustainability Commission

Sustainability Commission to review Green Stormwater Infrastructure Plan

The Sustainability Commission will hold a study session to discuss the Green Stormwater Infrastructure Plan Update. The body will also consider approving the 2026 Master Work Plan and discuss potential Council priority project ideas.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved the 2026 Draft Master Work Plan unanimously.

The Sustainability Commission approved the 2026 Draft Master Work Plan with a 7‑0 vote. It also approved its October 20 meeting minutes, the amended joint study session minutes, and adopted the city Code of Ethics. A motion to forward a study on battery storage for low‑ and moderate‑income renters failed 2‑5, while a motion to forward a natural‑grass athletic field pilot passed 7‑0.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
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5 nay · 2 yea
Jeffery Nabhan nay · Kristina Pistone nay · Madeline Chang nay · Colin Ford nay · Cortney Jansen nay · Douglas Kunz yea · Richard Parenteau yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Nov 13, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Human Relations Commission

Commission to discuss priority project idea and 2026 work plan

The Human Relations Commission will consider approving its 2026 Annual Work Plan, receive a Community Needs Assessment Update, and discuss and possibly recommend one priority project idea to the City Council. The agenda also includes a presentation from the Alzheimer's Association and approval of previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Human Relations Commission unanimously approves 2026 Annual Work Plan

The commission approved the October 9, 2025 meeting minutes and adopted the 2026 Annual Work Plan, each with a 6‑0 vote. No other motions were decided; the commission continued discussion on the community needs assessment and potential priority project ideas without a vote.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
6 yea
Maria Paulina Zapata yea · Nenuca Syquia yea · Claudia Camacho yea · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea · Ariana Ziolkowski yea
25-0850 — approved
6 yea
Maria Paulina Zapata yea · Nenuca Syquia yea · Claudia Camacho yea · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea · Ariana Ziolkowski yea
Wed Nov 12, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

Commission to approve 2026 Master Work Plan and recommend a Council priority project

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a study session on sports, aquatics, and youth/teen programs. The consent calendar includes approval of the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes. Under general business, the Commission will vote on approving the 2026 Master Work Plan and discuss and possibly recommend one Council Priority Project Idea to City Council. An information report lists proposed study issues for 2026.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves field usage data collection and defers 2026 work plan

The commission approved the consent calendar and the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes. It deferred approval of the 2026 Master Work Plan until December to allow more review time. Commissioners voted 4‑0 to recommend a comprehensive collection of field and park usage data as a priority project.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
4 yea · 1 absent
David Kesting yea · Dona Mason yea · Daniel Bremond yea · Prashant Gattani absent · Prakash Giri yea
25-1050 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
David Kesting yea · Dona Mason yea · Daniel Bremond yea · Prashant Gattani absent · Prakash Giri yea
Wed Nov 12, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Zoning Administrator hearing canceled; next meeting set for Nov 26

The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for 3:00 PM on November 12, 2025 was canceled. No decisions were made at this meeting. The next hearing is tentatively planned for November 26, 2025 at 3:00 PM.

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Teleconference: City Web Stream
Mon Nov 10, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss Moffett Park project and 2026 work plan

The Sunnyvale Planning Commission will meet to approve meeting minutes and a draft 2026 work plan. The primary public hearing is a request to continue a project at 333-385 Moffett Park Drive to November 24, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission unanimously recommends universal-design housing CPP to City Council

The Commission approved its consent calendar and adopted the minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting. It also approved the Draft 2026 Planning Commission Annual Work Plan. The public hearing on the Moffett Park site was continued to November 24, 2025. Commissioners voted to recommend a Council Priority Project that explores universal‑design housing for residential developments.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
5 yea · 2 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Neela Shukla yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone absent · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Ilan Sigura absent
25-1068 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Neela Shukla yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone absent · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Ilan Sigura absent
Thu Nov 6, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Charter Review Committee

Committee to discuss draft reports on council vacancies and compensation

The Charter Review Committee will discuss and provide feedback on two subcommittee draft reports: one regarding City Council vacancies and another regarding City Council compensation. The committee will also vote to approve meeting minutes from September and October 2025.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends councilmember $72k salary and mayor $108k salary

The committee approved the September 25 and October 23, 2025 Charter Review Committee minutes with an 8‑0 vote and one abstention. It reached consensus to set the councilmember salary at $72,000 and the mayor salary at $108,000. The committee also agreed that salary increases should begin after the 2026 election in January 2027, to keep the current cost‑of‑living language, and to conduct professional polling on the charter amendment.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
8 yea · 1 abstain · 1 absent
Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis abstain · Kathryn Filley yea · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne absent · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey yea
Wed Nov 5, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Heritage Preservation Commission

Commission to discuss updating historical context for Asian American and minority contributions

The Heritage Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing to give preliminary direction on a study that updates the Historical Context Statement to include contributions by Asian Americans and other minority groups. The commission will also consider approving its 2026 Master Work Plan, conduct an annual review of the Code of Ethics, and discuss recommending one council priority project idea.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-1026 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
William Garrett yea · Pamela Sharma yea · Sue-Ellen Johnson yea · Charles McManis yea · Ashmita Rajkumar absent · Parthiv Rawal yea · Aaron Sofaer yea
25-1024 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
William Garrett yea · Pamela Sharma yea · Sue-Ellen Johnson yea · Charles McManis yea · Ashmita Rajkumar absent · Parthiv Rawal yea · Aaron Sofaer yea
25-1052 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
William Garrett yea · Pamela Sharma yea · Sue-Ellen Johnson yea · Charles McManis yea · Ashmita Rajkumar absent · Parthiv Rawal yea · Aaron Sofaer yea
Tue Nov 4, 2025 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to vote on $2.67M compactor contract for SMaRT Station NextGen project

The City Council will hold a study session on Orchard Heritage Park and Heritage Park Museum at 6 PM, followed by a regular meeting at 7 PM. Key actions include awarding a $2.67 million contract for a pre-load compactor at the SMaRT Station and authorizing a cost share agreement with Santa Clara Valley Water District for a joint wall at the Cleanwater Program. The council will also adopt the regular meeting calendar for April 2026 through March 2027.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $2.67 M contract for material recovery station and water agreements

At the November 4, 2025 meeting, the council approved three consent‑calendar items: payment of claims, execution of a cost‑share agreement with the Santa Clara Valley Water District for a joint perimeter wall, and a $2,672,831.22 contract with Shredding Systems Inc. for a pre‑load compactor, each passing 5‑0 with two members absent. The council also adopted the regular‑meeting calendar for April 2026‑March 2027 and changed the March 2026 meeting date to March 10, both approved 5‑0. A separate proposal to adopt an alternative calendar failed 2‑3.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0737 — voted
3 nay · 2 absent · 2 yea
Larry Klein nay · Linda Sell nay · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan nay · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Nov 3, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Board to discuss potential study issues and a council priority project

The Sunnyvale Board of Library Trustees will meet to approve minutes from October 6, 2025, and discuss a potential study issue. The board will also consider recommending a City Council priority project idea.

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✓ Decided: Board approved consent calendar and recommended library expansion project

The trustees unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the October 6, 2025 meeting minutes. They also voted to recommend a Council Priority Project to expand and modernize library services, including restroom renovations and additional space planning. No public comments were received.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
5 yea
Meena Juttukonda yea · Carter Hu yea · Yael Hod yea · Winnie Lam yea · David Liu yea
25-1047 — approved
5 yea
Meena Juttukonda yea · Carter Hu yea · Yael Hod yea · Winnie Lam yea · David Liu yea
Mon Nov 3, 2025 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to interview board and commission applicants

This is a special City Council meeting dedicated solely to conducting interviews for board and commission positions. No legislative decisions or policy items are scheduled. The public may attend and comment on the interview process.

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✓ Decided: Council interviewed applicants for Human Relations Commission positions

The council held a special study session to interview applicants for the Human Relations Commission. Six candidates—Joshua Charnota, Manjula Jayaraman, Nila Rajkumar, Idan Kestenbom, Ofri Vaisman, and Adithya Vishwanath—were interviewed. No votes or decisions were made on appointments.

Online and Cottonwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Wed Oct 29, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator hearing canceled for Oct 29

The October 29, 2025 Zoning Administrator hearing has been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for November 12, 2025. No substantive items were discussed.

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Teleconference: City Web Stream
Tue Oct 28, 2025 · 4:30 PM

City Council

Council to discuss modifying Vision Zero traffic safety plan

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss and possibly modify the guiding principle of Sunnyvale's Vision Zero Plan, a traffic safety initiative. The meeting also includes a closed session for litigation and labor negotiations, consent items such as contracts for claims administration ($345,000), activity guide printing ($276,000), and storage servers ($449,775), as well as a study session on the Climate Action Playbook. A joint meeting with the Successor Agency will consider transferring public parking properties to the city, and a separate public hearing will address CalPERS employer-paid member contributions for department directors.

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✓ Decided: Council approves compensation agreement to transfer public‑parking properties

The Sunnyvale City Council approved several contracts totaling over $1 million, updated the Vision Zero guiding principle, and adopted a compensation agreement to transfer public‑parking properties from the Successor Agency to the City. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0) with two councilmembers absent. The joint meeting also approved its September 9, 2025 minutes.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
25-0104 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
25-0902 — adopted
5 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
25-0960 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
25-1017 — voted
5 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
Mon Oct 27, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to weigh 101 townhomes, commercial building at Lawrence Expressway

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a 5.28-acre mixed-use project at 1119-1163 Lawrence Expressway that includes 101 market-rate townhomes and a 23,104-square-foot commercial building. The commission will also hear an appeal of a denied tree removal permit for a 21-inch pear tree at 385 Redondo Terrace. A study session at 6 PM will discuss a separate proposal for 28 townhome-style condominiums at 845 Stewart Drive.

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✓ Decided: Commission voted to continue discussion on major development project to a later date

The Planning Commission approved the consent calendar unanimously and adopted the minutes from the October 13 meeting. Commissioners also voted 7‑0 to continue the public‑hearing discussion on Agenda Item 3 (the 5.28‑acre mixed‑use development) to an unspecified future date, with a suggestion to reconvene on December 8. No final decision was made on the tree‑removal appeal.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0987 — approved
5 yea · 2 nay
Nathan Iglesias yea · Neela Shukla yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone nay · Ilan Sigura nay
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Oct 27, 2025 · 7:00 PM

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

City Council holds community meeting on disability and climate justice

This is a special community meeting of the Sunnyvale City Council, with possible attendance by the Human Relations and Sustainability Commissions, featuring a speaker series on disability and climate justice. The agenda contains no proposed ordinances, contracts, or decisions — only a webinar registration and standard procedural items.

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City Web Stream
Thu Oct 23, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Charter Review Committee

Charter Review Committee to discuss city governance and contract reports

The Charter Review Committee will review subcommittee draft reports and community survey results. The body is discussing potential changes to council meeting frequency, public works project contracts, and city manager settlement authority.

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✓ Decided: Committee set November 19 deadline for subcommittee reports and Dec. 4 review

The Charter Review Committee heard community survey results and discussed subcommittee draft reports on council meeting frequency, public‑works contracts, and City Manager settlement authority. Members were polled and agreed that subcommittee revisions are due to staff by November 19, 2025, and the Committee will review the draft report at its December 4, 2025 meeting. No formal approvals or rejections were recorded.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Thu Oct 23, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Sustainability Commission

Joint study session on 2024 greenhouse gas inventory and climate plan update

The Sustainability Commission is holding a special joint meeting with the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission for a study session only. They will receive a presentation on the Climate Action Playbook, specifically the 2024 Greenhouse Gas Inventory and the Game Plan 2028 FY 2024/25 Update. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.

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✓ Decided: Commission held study session, no decisions were made

The Sustainability Commission and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission reviewed the 2024 Climate Action Playbook, GHG inventory, and related updates. Commissioners asked questions about heat pump installations, water reduction goals, vehicle electrification, and data tracking. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Thu Oct 23, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

Commission reviews 2024 greenhouse‑gas inventory and 2028 climate action plan

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission, meeting jointly with the Sustainability Commission, will hold a study session on the Climate Action Playbook update. The agenda item (25-0994) covers the 2024 Greenhouse Gas Inventory and the FY 2024/25 update to the Game Plan 2028. The commission will receive public comments but no formal decisions are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Commission reviewed climate action updates; no actions approved

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission held a joint meeting with the Sustainability Commission to receive a presentation on the Climate Action Playbook, 2024 greenhouse‑gas inventory, and Game Plan 2028 updates. Commissioners asked numerous questions about greenhouse‑gas data, vehicle‑miles‑travel metrics, electrification incentives, and waste‑reduction targets. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded during the meeting.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Wed Oct 22, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Housing and Human Services Commission

Commission to review City Code of Ethics for officials

The Housing and Human Services Commission will hold an annual review of the City Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected and appointed officials, with an opportunity to recommend changes to the City Council. Staff makes no recommendation. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a standing item on potential study issues. The meeting is largely procedural with no rezonings or financial decisions.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved the City’s Code of Ethics as presented

The Housing and Human Services Commission approved the Consent Calendar with a 4‑yes, 0‑no vote (2 abstentions). The commission also approved the City’s Code of Ethics and Conduct (Alternative 1) with a unanimous 6‑yes, 0‑no vote. No other motions were decided; remaining items were informational or pending further action.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
4 yea · 2 abstain · 1 absent
Morgan Friedlander absent · Leesa Riviere yea · Jim Davis abstain · Scott Duncan yea · Rao Shen yea · Commissioner Steward yea · Carol Weiss abstain
25-1020 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Morgan Friedlander absent · Leesa Riviere yea · Jim Davis yea · Scott Duncan yea · Rao Shen yea · Commissioner Steward yea · Carol Weiss yea
Tue Oct 21, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

City Council approves $645,791.50 contract for pedestrian signal upgrades

The Sunnyvale City Council will act on a consent calendar, several budget modifications, and multiple contract awards. It will adopt ordinances updating the fire code and building codes to the 2025 California standards. The council will also consider a design to add a buffered bike lane on Mathilda Avenue and a study‑issues policy package.

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✓ Decided: Council adopted 2025 building and fire codes and approved several contracts

The council adopted Ordinance No. 3248-25 to incorporate the 2025 California Building Code and related codes, and Ordinance No. 3247-25 to adopt the 2025 California Fire Code with local amendments. It approved budget modifications, including $100,000 for a Silicon Valley Clean Energy grant and a $136,090 amendment for an inclusionary housing study. The council also awarded contracts for pedestrian signal improvements ($645,791.50) and a middle‑school swimming‑pool upgrade ($647,414). All items were approved by the council.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
25-0452 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
25-0569 — approved as amended
5 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
25-0835 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
25-0996 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le absent
Mon Oct 20, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Sustainability Commission

Sustainability Commission to review 2026 Draft Master Work Plan

The Sustainability Commission will review the draft master work plan for 2026. The body will also consider potential study issues and receive an updated annual work plan for October 2025.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved Sep 2025 minutes and scheduled Nov review of 2026 work plan

The Sustainability Commission unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the September 15 and September 22, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0 vote). The commission discussed the Draft 2026 Annual Work Plan and decided to review it at the November meeting with the goal of finalizing it then. No other actions were taken.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
approved
7 yea
Jeffery Nabhan yea · Kristina Pistone yea · Madeline Chang yea · Colin Ford yea · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz yea · Richard Parenteau yea
Thu Oct 16, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

Commission considers bike lane alternative for Hollenbeck Avenue

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission will discuss a proposal to implement Class II bicycle lanes on Hollenbeck Avenue. The body will also receive updates on Safe Routes to School and review VTA committee reports.

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends City Council approve Option 1 bike lane plan for Hollenbeck Avenue

The commission approved the minutes from the September 18, 2025 meeting. It then voted to recommend that the City Council adopt Option 1 for the Hollenbeck Avenue bike lane project, with a 5‑1 vote and one commissioner absent. No other substantive actions were taken.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0706 — approved
5 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Jonathan Wilson yea · Bryce Beagle yea · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota nay · Dan Hafeman absent · Leia Mehlman yea · Diyi Zhu yea
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Oct 15, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Arts Commission

Arts Commission to consider approval of 2026 Master Work Plan

The Arts Commission will meet to discuss the 2026 Master Work Plan and provide an annual update on public art. The body will also provide input for the Annual Boards and Commissions Study Session.

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✓ Decided: Arts Commission approved the 2026 Master Work Plan unanimously

The commission approved its consent calendar and the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting, each with a 5‑0 vote. It then unanimously approved the 2026 Arts Commission Master Work Plan. No other actions were taken.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
5 yea
Agnes Veith yea · Kathryn Filley yea · Molly Kauffman yea · Mariia Tkachenko yea · Christina Wright yea
25-0967 — approved
5 yea
Agnes Veith yea · Kathryn Filley yea · Molly Kauffman yea · Mariia Tkachenko yea · Christina Wright yea
Wed Oct 15, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Zoning Admin to decide on Verizon wireless towers at Caltrain station

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a Use Permit for installation of two 15-foot tall wireless telecommunication facilities for Verizon Wireless on the top floor of the parking structure at Sunnyvale Caltrain Station (295 West Evelyn Avenue). Staff recommends approval with findings and conditions. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA.

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✓ Decided: Use Permit approved for Verizon Wireless telecom poles at Caltrain station

The Zoning Administrator approved the Use Permit for installing two 15‑foot Verizon Wireless telecommunication poles on the parking structure roof at 295 West Evelyn Avenue. The approval includes conditions on pole color, conduit painting, and a required radio‑frequency safety plan. No public comments were received during the hearing.

Teleconference: City Web Stream
Tue Oct 14, 2025 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council holds closed session to negotiate property lease

The Sunnyvale City Council will hold a closed session to discuss the price and terms of a lease for property at 295 S. Mathilda Avenue with MidPen Housing Corporation. The meeting will be held online and in person at City Hall.

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✓ Decided: Council held closed‑session talk on lease terms for 295 S. Mathilda Ave

The council met in closed session to discuss the price and payment terms of a lease for 295 S. Mathilda Avenue with MidPen Housing Corporation. No vote or formal decision was recorded during the meeting.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Mon Oct 13, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to study Moffett Park office/R&D redevelopment

The Planning Commission will hold a study session to discuss and comment on a proposed development at 333-385 Moffett Park Drive, including a development agreement, site master plan, and special development permit for a three-level office/R&D building over a three-level podium. The regular meeting will consider consent calendar approval of September 8, 2025 minutes and receive information on proposed study issues for 2026.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved consent calendar and September meeting minutes

At the October 13, 2025 Planning Commission meeting, Commissioners approved the Consent Calendar with a 6‑0 vote. The Commission also approved the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. The study session for project 25‑0964 was held for discussion and comment only, with no formal decision made.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
6 yea · 1 absent
Nathan Iglesias absent · Neela Shukla yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Ilan Sigura yea
Thu Oct 9, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Human Relations Commission

Human Relations Commission to discuss 2026 work plan and community needs

The Human Relations Commission will review a draft work plan for 2026 and receive an update on the Community Needs Assessment. The meeting also includes a presentation on LGBTQ wellness programs and services.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved 2026 Work Plan amendments and adopted September minutes

The Human Relations Commission unanimously approved the agenda item to adopt the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes. The commission also unanimously approved amendments to the 2026 Work Plan, moving the Leadership Sunnyvale presentation to July, scheduling the Novaworks presentation for October, and adding a Community Leaders presentation on September 30. Both motions passed with a 6‑0 vote and Commissioner Camacho absent.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
6 yea · 1 absent
Maria Paulina Zapata yea · Nenuca Syquia yea · Claudia Camacho absent · Esther Rosenfeld yea · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea · Ariana Ziolkowski yea
25-0986 — approved with modifications
6 yea · 1 absent
Maria Paulina Zapata yea · Nenuca Syquia yea · Claudia Camacho absent · Esther Rosenfeld yea · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea · Ariana Ziolkowski yea
Wed Oct 8, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

Commission to discuss 2026 Master Work Plan

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a preliminary discussion of the 2026 Master Work Plan as a general business item. The meeting also includes a study session on Active Aging Week, Arts and Humanities Month, and providing input for the annual Boards and Commissions study session. Consent calendar includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved consent calendar and postponed 2026 Master Work Plan

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the consent calendar with a 3‑0 vote. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from September 10, 2025. Commissioners decided to carry the 2026 Master Work Plan to the next meeting for further discussion.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
3 yea · 2 absent
David Kesting yea · Dona Mason absent · Daniel Bremond absent · Prashant Gattani yea · Prakash Giri yea
Mon Oct 6, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Board will preliminarily discuss the 2026 Library Master Work Plan

The Board of Library Trustees will approve the meeting minutes from August 4, 2025. It will review three study session items: Use of Data/Privacy, Library Collections Overview, and Modernization and Expansion of Public Library Services. A preliminary discussion of the 2026 Master Work Plan will be held. Public comment will be accepted in person, online, or in writing.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2026 Master Work Plan, minutes and consent calendar

The Board of Library Trustees approved the consent calendar, the August 4, 2025 meeting minutes, and the preliminary 2026 Master Work Plan. All three motions passed unanimously with three votes in favor and none against. No public testimony was received during the Master Work Plan hearing.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
3 yea · 2 absent
Meena Juttukonda absent · Carter Hu yea · Yael Hod absent · Winnie Lam yea · David Liu yea
25-0910 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Meena Juttukonda absent · Carter Hu yea · Yael Hod absent · Winnie Lam yea · David Liu yea
Thu Oct 2, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Charter Review Committee

Charter Review Committee meeting canceled for Oct 2

The regular meeting of the Sunnyvale Charter Review Committee scheduled for October 2, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2025.

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Wed Oct 1, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Heritage Preservation Commission

Commission to decide on exterior alterations for Zareen's restaurant at 135 S. Murphy Ave.

The Heritage Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Landmark Alteration Permit to allow exterior modifications to the front and rear facades and rooftop equipment screening for a new Zareen's restaurant at 135 South Murphy Avenue. The commission will also consider approving the draft minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting and discuss potential study issues.

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✓ Decided: Heritage Commission approves Landmark Alteration Permit for Zareen’s restaurant

The commission approved its consent calendar, including the draft minutes from August 6, 2025, with a 6‑0 vote. It also approved the Landmark Alteration Permit for the proposed Zareen’s restaurant at 135 South Murphy Avenue, also by a 6‑0 vote. Commissioner Rajkumar was absent for both votes.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
6 yea · 1 absent
William Garrett yea · Pamela Sharma yea · Sue-Ellen Johnson yea · Charles McManis yea · Ashmita Rajkumar absent · Parthiv Rawal yea · Aaron Sofaer yea
25-0925 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
William Garrett yea · Pamela Sharma yea · Sue-Ellen Johnson yea · Charles McManis yea · Ashmita Rajkumar absent · Parthiv Rawal yea · Aaron Sofaer yea
Tue Sep 30, 2025 · 4:00 PM

City Council

City Council approves contracts for CRM system, library solar, and pedestrian mall

The Sunnyvale City Council will consider approving contracts for a new Salesforce CRM system, solar array installation at Lakewood Library, and Murphy Avenue Pedestrian Mall improvements. The meeting also includes a study session on animal control services and a closed session regarding city manager performance.

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✓ Decided: Council approves multi‑year $2.56 M Salesforce CRM contract with Catalyst Consulting

The council approved the consent calendar and adopted the 2025/26 investment policy. It authorized several contracts, notably a multi‑year $2.56 M Salesforce CRM agreement with Catalyst Consulting Group and a $597,099 contract for Murphy Avenue pedestrian‑mall improvements. The council also amended the on‑call concrete repair agreement to increase its limit by $500,000 and authorized the city to join the national opioid settlement.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0246 — approved
3 nay · 2 yea · 2 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell nay · Alysa Cisneros nay · Richard Mehlinger absent · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang nay · Eileen Le absent
The other 6 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Sep 25, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Charter Review Committee

Survey on charter amendments for council vacancies, compensation, authority

The Charter Review Committee will discuss and possibly approve a survey to gather community feedback on potential charter amendments regarding council vacancies, council and mayor compensation, and the city manager's claim settlement authority. The committee will also discuss the timeline and template for completing its final report. Consent agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

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✓ Decided: Charter Review Committee adopts prior minutes and approves multiple survey revisions

The committee approved the September 4, 2025 Charter Review Committee minutes by a 9‑0 vote. It adopted several revisions to the charter‑amendment survey, including new salary‑range options for councilmembers and the mayor, removal of two questions, and wording changes to other items. Additional edits were made to background sections and response options for questions on council compensation and city‑manager claim limits.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
9 yea · 1 absent
Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis absent · Kathryn Filley yea · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne yea · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey yea
25-0229 — approved
8 yea · 2 absent
Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham absent · Galen Kim Davis absent · Kathryn Filley yea · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne yea · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey yea
Wed Sep 24, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Housing and Human Services Commission

HHSC to review 2024/25 housing grant performance report

The Housing and Human Services Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approving the 2024/25 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER), which summarizes the city's use of federal housing and community development funds. The commission will also vote on minutes from its July 23, 2025 meeting. Public comment is accepted in person, online, or in writing.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved consent calendar and draft performance report

The Housing and Human Services Commission voted to approve the consent calendar with a 5‑0 vote. The commission also approved Alternative 1, the draft 2024/25 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report, also by a 5‑0 vote. All five commissioners present voted yes, and Commissioner Weiss was absent.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
5 yea · 1 absent
Morgan Friedlander yea · Leesa Riviere yea · Scott Duncan yea · Rao Shen yea · Commissioner Steward yea · Carol Weiss absent
25-0926 — approved
5 yea · 1 absent
Morgan Friedlander yea · Leesa Riviere yea · Scott Duncan yea · Rao Shen yea · Commissioner Steward yea · Carol Weiss absent
Wed Sep 24, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Zoning Administrator hearing canceled for September 24

The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for September 24, 2025 has been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively set for October 15, 2025.

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Teleconference: City Web Stream
Mon Sep 22, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Sunnyvale Planning Commission meeting canceled for September 22, 2025

The Special Meeting and Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for September 22, 2025, have been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for October 13, 2025.

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Sat Sep 20, 2025 · 8:30 AM

City Council

Sunnyvale City Council holds State of the City special meeting

This is a special meeting for the State of the City address. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, roll call, public comment, and adjournment. No substantive decisions, proposals, or public hearings are listed.

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✓ Decided: Special City Council meeting held; no decisions made

The council convened a special State of the City meeting on September 20, 2025. Mayor Larry Klein called the meeting to order at 8:31 a.m., completed roll call, and closed public comment with no speakers. The meeting was adjourned at 8:33 a.m. No substantive actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Thu Sep 18, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

BPAC to approve August meeting minutes and discuss VTA bicycle issues

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission will approve the minutes from its August 21, 2025 meeting and discuss recent items from the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved August 21, 2025 meeting minutes

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission approved the minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting. Commissioner Hafeman moved, Commissioner Zhu seconded, and the motion carried unanimously with five votes in favor and none against. No other substantive actions were taken.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0953 — approved on the Consent Calendar
5 yea · 2 absent
Jonathan Wilson yea · Bryce Beagle yea · Alex Bonne absent · Geeta Gollakota absent · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman yea · Diyi Zhu yea
Wed Sep 17, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Arts Commission

Sunnyvale Arts Commission meeting canceled

The regular September 17, 2025 meeting of the Arts Commission has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2025 at 7 p.m. in the Redwood Conference Room.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025 · 6:00 PM

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

City Council to host community meeting on Orchard Heritage Park

The Sunnyvale City Council will hold a special community meeting on September 16, 2025, to discuss the Orchard Heritage Park and Museum Study Issue. The meeting will be held online and at City Hall, with a quorum of the City Council and other commissions potentially present.

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Online and Bay Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Mon Sep 15, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Sustainability Commission

Commission to gather input on East Channel Trail alternatives

The Sustainability Commission will hold a study session to collect input regarding alternatives for the East Channel Trail. The body will also review an updated annual work plan for September 2025.

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✓ Decided: Sustainability Commission approved August 18 minutes with a 6‑0 vote

The commission approved the consent calendar item to adopt the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting. The motion passed with six votes in favor, zero against, and the chair abstaining. Commissioners also voiced support for the East Channel Trail feasibility study and noted upcoming community events. The chair relayed that the City Council will likely change the study‑issue process, advising commissions to postpone new study issues in September and October.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
approved
6 yea · 1 abstain
Jeffery Nabhan abstain · Kristina Pistone yea · Madeline Chang yea · Colin Ford yea · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz yea · Richard Parenteau yea
Thu Sep 11, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Human Relations Commission

Commission will discuss United Against Hate Week and upcoming community events

The Sunnyvale Human Relations Commission will meet on September 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM in the Redwood Conference Room and online. The agenda includes approval of the August 14, 2025 meeting minutes and several standing items for potential study, such as a study on the recent surge of Jew‑hatred, the flag‑raising policy, youth representation on city commissions, and religious‑observance leave. The primary public‑hearing item is a discussion of United Against Hate Week and planned community‑engagement events. Items not listed on the agenda cannot be acted upon under the Brown Act.

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✓ Decided: Commission added study on surge of Jew‑hatred and approved religious‑observance amendment

The Human Relations Commission approved the August 14, 2025 meeting minutes and the agenda as presented. Commissioners voted 5‑1 to add “Addressing the Surge of Jew‑Hatred in Sunnyvale: A Call for a Community‑Centered Study on Safety and Inclusion” to the proposed Study Issue List. They also approved a study issue to amend the policy manual to include religious observances as excused absences (6‑0), while rejecting proposals for a flag‑raising policy (2‑4) and youth representation on city commissions (2‑4).

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0896 — voted
5 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Maria Paulina Zapata yea · Nenuca Syquia nay · Claudia Camacho yea · Esther Rosenfeld yea · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa absent · Ariana Ziolkowski yea
25-0901 — voted
4 nay · 2 yea · 1 absent
Maria Paulina Zapata yea · Nenuca Syquia nay · Claudia Camacho nay · Esther Rosenfeld yea · Aaron Terry nay · Pedro Valencia Landa absent · Ariana Ziolkowski nay
25-0915 — voted
4 nay · 2 yea · 1 absent
Maria Paulina Zapata nay · Nenuca Syquia yea · Claudia Camacho nay · Esther Rosenfeld yea · Aaron Terry nay · Pedro Valencia Landa absent · Ariana Ziolkowski nay
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Sep 10, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

Commission to gather input on East Channel Trail alternatives

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a study session to discuss the East Channel Trail, the Tree Program, and the 2026 Master Work Plan. The body will also conduct an annual review of the Code of Ethics and Conduct for officials.

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✓ Decided: Commission adopts comprehensive park usage data collection study (4-0)

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the consent calendar. It approved the minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting. It approved the annual review of the code of ethics for appointed officials. It adopted the proposed comprehensive field and park usage data collection study issue, with each motion passing 4‑0 and Commissioner Giri absent.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
David Kesting yea · Dona Mason yea · Daniel Bremond yea · Prashant Gattani yea · Prakash Giri absent
25-0864 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
David Kesting yea · Dona Mason yea · Daniel Bremond yea · Prashant Gattani yea · Prakash Giri absent
25-0867 — adopted
4 yea · 1 absent
David Kesting yea · Dona Mason yea · Daniel Bremond yea · Prashant Gattani yea · Prakash Giri absent
Wed Sep 10, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Zoning Administrator to consider gym expansion, catering use, Pilates studio

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on three items: a Special Development Permit to expand Gold Star Gymnasium into an adjacent tenant space at 721-727 Sunnyvale Saratoga Road; a Use Permit for a catering company with ancillary restaurant and liquor service at 1220 Oakmead Parkway; and a Use Permit for a Pilates studio at 500 Lawrence Expressway Unit H. Staff recommends approval for all three projects. All are categorically exempt from CEQA.

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✓ Decided: Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator approved three development permits on Sep 10, 2025

The hearing approved a Special Development Permit for the Gold Star Gymnastics expansion at 721‑727 Sunnyvale‑Saratoga Road (Alternative 2). It also approved a Use Permit for Handheld Catering at 1220 Oakmead Parkway (Alternative 1) and a Use Permit for a Pilates studio at 500 Lawrence Expressway Unit H (Alternative 2). No public comments were received on any of the items.

Teleconference: City Web Stream
Tue Sep 9, 2025 · 4:30 PM

City Council

Council to discuss new revenue strategies for growing service demands and capital needs

The city council will hold a study session to evaluate new revenue strategies aimed at funding increasing service demands and unfunded capital investments. During the regular meeting, the council will consider consent items including opting into the Purdue Pharma national opioid settlement, increasing the legal services contract for the Baykeeper litigation by $400,000 to $800,000, and adopting an ordinance to establish a Sunnyvale Industrial Development Authority. A public hearing will consider hosting a semiquincentennial Fourth of July celebration with a $400,000 budget. The council will also receive an update on the affordable housing partnership with MidPen Housing at 295 S. Mathilda Avenue.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved opioid settlement participation and $400K legal fee increase

The council voted 6‑0 to approve the consent calendar items, including authorizing the City Attorney to sign the participation agreement for the National Opioid Settlement and increasing the outside‑counsel contract with Stoel Rives by $400,000. It also adopted Ordinance No. 3245‑25 creating the Sunnyvale Industrial Development Authority and rejected all proposals for a new computerized maintenance management system. All approvals were recorded with Councilmember Mehlinger absent.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger absent · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0416 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger absent · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0807 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger absent · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0830 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger absent · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
voted
18 yea · 3 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger absent · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger absent · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger absent · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
Mon Sep 8, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Board of Library Trustees September 8 meeting canceled

The special meeting of the Board of Library Trustees scheduled for September 8, 2025 has been canceled. The next regular meeting is set for October 6, 2025.

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Mon Sep 8, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Commission to decide on condominium map for 111-unit mixed-use project on El Camino Real

The Planning Commission holds a public hearing on a request to modify a special development permit and approve a vesting tentative map to create condominium units for sale at a 3.56-acre mixed-use project at 1104 and 1124 W El Camino Real. The existing project, approved in 2018, includes 111 residential condominium units, one commercial unit, and five single-family lots; no net change in units is proposed. The consent calendar includes approval of the August 25, 2025 meeting minutes, and a standing item discusses potential study issues for 2026.

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✓ Decided: Approved special development permit and vesting map for 1104‑1124 W El Camino Real

The Planning Commission approved the Consent Calendar unanimously. It also approved a Special Development Permit modification and a new Vesting Tentative Map for the 3.56‑acre site at 1104‑1124 W El Camino Real, finding the project consistent with the ECRSP EIR and requiring no additional CEQA review. The motion passed 6‑0, and the decision is final unless appealed by September 23, 2025.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
6 yea · 1 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Neela Shukla yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone absent · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Ilan Sigura yea
25-0869 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Neela Shukla yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone absent · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Ilan Sigura yea
Thu Sep 4, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Charter Review Committee

Committee to discuss potential charter amendments

The Charter Review Committee will meet to discuss a survey gathering community feedback on potential amendments to the city charter, specifically regarding council vacancies, compensation, public works delivery, and city manager settlement authority. The committee will also approve the minutes from the previous meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved revised survey questions and scheduled Sep 25 meeting

The Charter Review Committee approved the August 7 minutes (7‑0, 2 abstentions). Members voted 8‑0 to amend the community‑feedback survey by removing question 2E, changing demographic questions, and adding cost information. The committee also scheduled a meeting for September 25, 2025 (8‑0). A motion to add a new question on appointment length failed (0‑8), and questions 4A and 4B were removed from the survey. Staff announced that the October 2 meeting is cancelled.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
7 yea · 2 abstain · 1 absent
Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis abstain · Kathryn Filley absent · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne yea · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey abstain
25-0875 — approved as amended
8 yea · 2 absent
Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Kathryn Filley absent · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne absent · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey yea
25-0875 — approved
8 yea · 2 absent
Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Kathryn Filley absent · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne absent · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey yea
25-0875 — denied
8 nay · 2 absent
Gustav Larsson nay · Kristel Wickham nay · Galen Kim Davis nay · Kathryn Filley absent · David Newswanger nay · Timothy Oey nay · Ken Olevson nay · Martin Pyne absent · Gail Rubino nay · Barry Vickrey nay
Wed Sep 3, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Heritage Preservation Commission

Heritage Preservation Commission meeting canceled

This meeting was canceled; no items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 1, 2025.

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Mon Sep 1, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Sunnyvale Board of Library Trustees Sept 1 meeting canceled

The regular meeting of the Board of Library Trustees scheduled for September 1, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is set for September 8, 2025, at 7 p.m. in the Redwood Conference Room.

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Wed Aug 27, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Housing and Human Services Commission

Housing commission meeting canceled

The Housing and Human Services Commission meeting scheduled for August 27, 2025, in the Redwood Conference Room has been canceled. The next regular meeting is set for October 22, 2025.

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Wed Aug 27, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for Aug 27, 2025 has been canceled

The Zoning Administrator hearing that was to be held on August 27, 2025 at 3:00 PM via the City Web Stream was cancelled. No agenda items were considered at this meeting. The next Zoning Administrator hearing is tentatively set for September 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM on the same telepresence platform. Questions can be directed to the Community Development Department Planning Division at 408‑730‑7440.

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Teleconference: City Web Stream
Tue Aug 26, 2025 · 5:30 PM

City Council

City to accept $1.55 M Google donation for Borregas Ave bike/pedestrian improvements

The Sunnyvale City Council will consider a study‑issue evaluation and approve routine meeting minutes. It will accept a $1,550,000 donation from Google for bicycle and pedestrian improvements on Borregas Avenue between Humboldt Court and Gibraltar Drive, with a CEQA exemption. The council will also adopt a policy to prioritize water and sewer services for affordable‑housing projects, amend the energy and green‑building codes for single‑family remodels, and approve changes to civil‑service rules and the creation of an industrial development authority.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts ordinance amending energy and green building codes

The City Council approved Ordinance No. 3244-25, updating the Energy Code and Green Building standards for existing single‑family remodels. The council also accepted a $1.55 million donation from Google for bicycle and pedestrian improvements on Borregas Avenue, and adopted a policy to prioritize water and sewer services for affordable‑housing projects. Additional actions included amending civil‑service rules, creating the Sunnyvale Industrial Development Authority, reinstating a housing commission member, and filing the 2025 Public Health Goal water‑quality report.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0767 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0794 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0877 — adopted
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0828 — introduced
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0843 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
Mon Aug 25, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hear appeal of new home project

The Sunnyvale Planning Commission will consider an appeal of a design review permit to demolish an existing home and construct a new two-story single-family home at 180 Donner Court. The project proposes a 3,579-square-foot home with a 34.8% floor area ratio.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved fence condition for 180 Donner Court project

The Commission approved the Consent Calendar with a 4‑yes, 0‑no, 3‑abstain vote. It then approved Alternative 2 – Alternative 1 with a modification to the Conditions of Approval, adding an 8‑foot fence requirement for the project at 180 Donner Court. The fence‑condition motion passed unanimously 7‑0. The decision is final.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
4 yea · 3 abstain
Nathan Iglesias yea · Neela Shukla yea · Galen Kim Davis abstain · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne abstain · Michael Serrone yea · Ilan Sigura abstain
25-0868 — approved
7 yea
Nathan Iglesias yea · Neela Shukla yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Ilan Sigura yea
Thu Aug 21, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

Commission will recommend a buffered bike lane on Mathilda Avenue to City Council

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission will recommend Design Alternative 1, which removes one southbound travel lane and adds a Class IIB buffered bicycle lane on Mathilda Avenue between Ahwanee/Almanor and Maude Avenue, and finds the action exempt from CEQA. The meeting also includes a study session update on the Active Transportation Plan, approval of July 17, 2025 meeting minutes, a report on the recent VTA Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting, and a vote to rescind a prior action and select a Chair and Vice Chair for FY 2025/26.

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✓ Decided: BPAC approves Design Alternative 1 for Mathilda Ave bike lane (6‑0)

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission voted to recommend City Council approve Design Alternative 1, which removes one southbound travel lane and adds a Class IIB buffered bicycle lane on Mathilda Avenue. The motion passed unanimously (6‑0). The commission also approved the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0) and rescinded the July 17 action selecting the chair and vice‑chair for FY 2025/26.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0879 — approved on the Consent Calendar
5 yea · 1 absent
Bryce Beagle yea · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota absent · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman yea · Jonathan Wilson yea
25-0128 — approved with modifications
6 yea
Bryce Beagle yea · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota yea · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman yea · Jonathan Wilson yea
25-0881 — approved
5 yea · 1 absent
Bryce Beagle yea · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota absent · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman yea · Jonathan Wilson yea
Wed Aug 20, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Arts Commission

Arts Commission to select chair and vice chair, hear project update

The Sunnyvale Arts Commission will hold a study session on the Arts and Humanities Month Project Update. In general business, the commission will select a chair and vice chair and conduct an annual review of the Code of Ethics and Conduct. The consent calendar includes approval of June 18, 2025 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Arts Commission approves consent calendar and reaffirms ethics code

The commission unanimously approved the consent calendar and the minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting. Chair Veith and Vice Chair Filley were reaffirmed in their leadership roles without a formal vote. The commission also adopted the Code of Ethics for elected and appointed officials with a 5‑0 vote.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
5 yea
Agnes Veith yea · Kathryn Filley yea · Molly Kauffman yea · Mariia Tkachenko yea · Christina Wright yea
25-0860 — approved
5 yea
Agnes Veith yea · Kathryn Filley yea · Molly Kauffman yea · Mariia Tkachenko yea · Christina Wright yea
Mon Aug 18, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Sustainability Commission

Commission to consider Digital Infrastructure Sustainability Assessment as potential study issue

The Sustainability Commission will consider a potential study issue on Digital Infrastructure Sustainability Assessment. They will also discuss and likely approve a recommendation to the Council Subcommittee on Board and Commission Effectiveness, and receive an updated annual work plan. Consent calendar includes approval of July 21, 2025 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved consent calendar and dropped a study issue

The commission approved the consent calendar item 25-0838, which includes the July 21, 2025 meeting minutes, with a vote of five in favor, zero against, and one abstention. The commission also decided to drop the potential study issue 25-0841 on Digital Infrastructure Sustainability Assessment, with no motion made.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
approved
5 yea · 1 absent · 1 abstain
Jeffery Nabhan absent · Kristina Pistone yea · Madeline Chang yea · Colin Ford yea · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz abstain · Richard Parenteau yea
Mon Aug 18, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to review Code of Ethics and select chair/vice chair

The Sunnyvale Personnel Board will hold a routine meeting with a consent calendar to approve prior meeting minutes, followed by two general business items: the annual review of the Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected and appointed officials, and the selection of a Chair and Vice Chair. No major policy changes or financial decisions are on the agenda.

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Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0866 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Carmel Johnson yea · Richard Lesher yea · Marc Ketzel yea · Jeff Kucer yea · Barry Vickrey absent
25-0871 — voted to appoint
4 yea · 1 absent
Carmel Johnson yea · Richard Lesher yea · Marc Ketzel yea · Jeff Kucer yea · Barry Vickrey absent
Thu Aug 14, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Human Relations Commission

Human Relations Commission to discuss community needs and signature event

The Human Relations Commission will discuss updates to the Community Needs Assessment and provide direction on the "Voices of Sunnyvale" signature event. The body will also review the study issue process and follow up on a proposed study issue from the July 10 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Human Relations Commission renamed the event to “Stories of Sunnyvale”

The commission approved the July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0 vote). It voted to change the Second Signature Event title from “Voices of Sunnyvale” to “Stories of Sunnyvale” (4‑0 vote). Commissioners were asked to submit a study‑issue form by Aug 12 for a proposed policy on religious‑holiday absences, or to let the topic be addressed in the November joint study session.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
4 yea · 2 absent
Maria Paulina Zapata yea · Nenuca Syquia absent · Claudia Camacho yea · Esther Rosenfeld absent · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea
25-0846 — approved
4 yea · 2 absent
Maria Paulina Zapata yea · Nenuca Syquia absent · Claudia Camacho yea · Esther Rosenfeld absent · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea
Wed Aug 13, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

Sunnyvale Parks and Recreation Commission meeting canceled

This regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2025.

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Wed Aug 13, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Zoning Administrator hearing on Aug 13 was canceled

The scheduled Zoning Administrator hearing for August 13, 2025 was cancelled. The next hearing is tentatively set for August 27, 2025 at 3:00 PM. Residents can contact the Community Development Planning Division with questions.

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Tue Aug 12, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

City Council to award $6.5M contract for Cleanwater Center project

The Sunnyvale City Council will hold a special meeting starting at 5 p.m. to discuss legal matters and a study session on climate budgeting, followed by a regular meeting at 7 p.m. The council is set to approve a $6.5 million contract for construction management support services for the Sunnyvale Cleanwater Center Project and consider amendments to local energy and green building codes.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved contracts, water deals and HUD funds amendment

The Sunnyvale City Council authorized the City Attorney to appeal a lawsuit in the Ninth Circuit. It approved several contracts and agreements, including a $6.57 M construction‑management contract, a water‑supply agreement with the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, a recycled‑water service agreement with Mountain View, and a solid‑waste partnership with Cupertino. The council also adopted a HUD COVID‑19 CARES fund amendment and approved a consent calendar covering routine claims and bills.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0587 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0042 — voted to appoint
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0738 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0762 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0813 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0742 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
Mon Aug 11, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Four new homes proposed on Azure Street; home addition on Nuestra Avenue

The Planning Commission will consider consent items including a Special Development Permit and Tentative Map for four two-story single-family homes on a vacant 0.34-acre site at 838 Azure Street, and a Design Review for a 193-square-foot addition to a home at 439 Nuestra Avenue. The commission is also set to approve meeting minutes from July 28, 2025, and will receive an information-only report on proposed study issues for 2026.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved a special development permit for four homes on Azure Street

The commission unanimously approved a Special Development Permit and Tentative Map to build four two‑story single‑family homes on the 0.34‑acre site at 838 Azure Street. It also unanimously approved a design review for a 193‑sq‑ft addition to a home at 439 Nuestra Avenue. Finally, the commission approved the minutes from the July 28, 2025 meeting, all with 4‑0 votes.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0712 — approved
4 yea · 3 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Neela Shukla yea · Galen Kim Davis absent · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne absent · Michael Serrone yea · Ilan Sigura absent
25-0793 — approved
4 yea · 3 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Neela Shukla yea · Galen Kim Davis absent · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne absent · Michael Serrone yea · Ilan Sigura absent
25-0824 — approved
4 yea · 3 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Neela Shukla yea · Galen Kim Davis absent · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne absent · Michael Serrone yea · Ilan Sigura absent
Thu Aug 7, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Charter Review Committee

Committee discusses potential amendments to city charter

The Charter Review Committee will consider a recommendation to keep the current language of Charter Section 611 regarding regular meetings. The body will also discuss potential amendments concerning compensation, vacancies, city manager authority for claims over $50,000, and public works contract delivery methods.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
7 yea · 2 absent · 1 abstain
Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis absent · Kathryn Filley yea · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey abstain · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne yea · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey absent
25-0778 — approved
8 yea · 2 absent
Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis absent · Kathryn Filley yea · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne yea · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey absent
Wed Aug 6, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Heritage Preservation Commission

Commission will select new Chair and Vice Chair at the meeting

The Heritage Preservation Commission will vote to select a Chair (item 25-07973) and a Vice Chair (item 25-07984). The body will also approve the draft minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting and consider items on the consent calendar. No other substantive decisions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Commissioner Garrett appointed Chair, Sharma Vice Chair; June minutes approved

The commission approved the draft minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting. Commissioner Garrett was selected to serve as Chair, and Commissioner Sharma was selected as Vice Chair. Both leadership appointments passed unanimously among the members present.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0799 — approved as amended
4 yea · 2 absent · 1 abstain
Sue-Ellen Johnson absent · Aaron Sofaer yea · William Garrett yea · Charles McManis yea · Ashmita Rajkumar abstain · Parthiv Rawal absent · Pamela Sharma yea
25-0797 — voted
5 yea · 2 absent
Sue-Ellen Johnson absent · Aaron Sofaer yea · William Garrett yea · Charles McManis yea · Ashmita Rajkumar yea · Parthiv Rawal absent · Pamela Sharma yea
25-0798 — voted
5 yea · 2 absent
Sue-Ellen Johnson absent · Aaron Sofaer yea · William Garrett yea · Charles McManis yea · Ashmita Rajkumar yea · Parthiv Rawal absent · Pamela Sharma yea
Wed Aug 6, 2025 · 2:00 PM

Community Event and Neighborhood Grant Distribution Subcommittee

Approve 2026 Community Events and Neighborhood Grant Program Materials

The Subcommittee will approve the minutes from its December 6, 2024 meeting. It will select a new chair for the committee. It will review and approve the Community Events and Neighborhood Grant Program materials for calendar year 2026 and authorize staff to begin the application process.

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✓ Decided: Subcommittee approved 2026 Community Events and Neighborhood Grant program materials

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the December 6, 2024 meeting. Members elected Member Sell as chair of the subcommittee. They also approved the Community Events and Neighborhood Grant Program materials for calendar year 2026 and authorized staff to begin the application process.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
3 yea
Alysa Cisneros yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Linda Sell yea
25-0590 — approved
3 yea
Alysa Cisneros yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Linda Sell yea
25-0591 — approved
3 yea
Alysa Cisneros yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Linda Sell yea
Mon Aug 4, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Library trustees to study equity initiatives and librarian community outreach

The Board of Library Trustees will hold a study session on equity, access, and inclusion initiatives and marketing and outreach by librarians in communities. They will also conduct the annual review of the Code of Ethics and select a Chair and Vice Chair. Consent calendar includes approval of June 2, 2025 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board elected Juttukonda as Chair and Hu as Vice Chair

The Board approved the consent calendar and the minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting, each with a 4‑0 vote. Members unanimously affirmed the Code of Ethics review. Juttukonda was elected Chair and Hu was elected Vice Chair, both receiving 4‑0 votes.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
4 yea · 1 absent
Meena Juttukonda yea · Yael Hod yea · Carter Hu yea · Winnie Lam yea · David Liu absent
25-0783 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Meena Juttukonda yea · Yael Hod yea · Carter Hu yea · Winnie Lam yea · David Liu absent
25-0784 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Meena Juttukonda yea · Yael Hod yea · Carter Hu yea · Winnie Lam yea · David Liu absent
approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Meena Juttukonda yea · Yael Hod yea · Carter Hu yea · Winnie Lam yea · David Liu absent
Mon Aug 4, 2025 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council interviews candidates for boards and commissions

This special City Council meeting is devoted solely to conducting interviews for city boards and commissions. No other business or public hearings are scheduled. The meeting includes study session format with public comment opportunity.

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✓ Decided: City Council interviewed applicants for board and commission positions

The council held a special study session to interview candidates for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission and the Human Relations Commission. No votes, approvals, or other actions were taken. The meeting was procedural and concluded with an adjournment.

Online and Cottonwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Wed Jul 30, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

City to consider two special development permits for 250 W Washington Ave

The Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator Hearing will review two Special Development Permit applications for the same property at 250 W Washington Avenue in the Downtown Specific Plan. Both proposals, submitted by applicant Josh Rupert and owner STC Venture 200WA, LLC, seek to use existing ground‑floor space for education‑recreation and athletic facilities. The staff recommendation is to approve each permit under Alternative 1 with specified findings and conditions. The public may comment for up to three minutes per speaker.

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✓ Decided: Zoning Administrator approves two special development permits for 250 W Washington Ave

The hearing considered two Special Development Permit applications for the same downtown site at 250 W Washington Avenue. No members of the public submitted comments on either item. The administrator approved both permits under Alternative 1, adopting the recommended findings and the corrected conditions.

Teleconference: City Web Stream
Tue Jul 29, 2025 · 4:30 PM

City Council

Council to vote on village center rezoning and Tasman Drive upgrades

The council will hold a closed session for pending litigation and labor negotiations, followed by a study session on library modernization. The regular meeting includes consent items such as rezoning seven village centers and a property on South Wolfe Road, contracts for pavement rehabilitation and street tree maintenance, and public hearings on Tasman Drive pedestrian and bicycle improvements and public art for Corn Palace Park.

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✓ Decided: City Council adopts major rezoning and approves multi‑million contracts

The council approved the consent calendar and authorized a purchase order modification for Hyundai IONIQ electric service vehicles. It awarded contracts totaling $3.5 million for pavement rehabilitation, intelligent transportation systems, and street‑tree maintenance. The council also adopted two zoning ordinances that rezone multiple properties within the Village Center Master Plan.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0127 — approved
6 yea · 1 nay
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan nay · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
voted
20 yea · 1 nay
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros nay · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
The other 6 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jul 28, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review 172-unit affordable housing project

The Planning Commission will hold a study session to discuss a proposed seven-story affordable housing project. The body will also review proposed study issues for the 2026 calendar year.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved the Consent Calendar, including July 14 minutes

The commission voted to approve the Consent Calendar, which contained approval of the July 14, 2025 meeting minutes. The motion passed with six votes in favor, no votes against, and one abstention. No other actions were decided; the proposed 2026 study issues were presented as information only. The meeting adjourned at 7:13 PM.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
6 yea · 1 abstain
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone abstain · Neela Shukla yea · Ilan Sigura yea
Wed Jul 23, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Housing and Human Services Commission

Commission to vote on Fifth Amendment to HUD plan for remaining COVID funds

The commission will hold a public hearing and vote on the Fifth Substantial Amendment to the 2019/20 HUD Annual Action Plan to allocate remaining COVID-19 CARES Act funds (CDBG-CV). They will also select a Chair and Vice Chair for FY 2025/26 and consider potential study issues for 2026. The consent calendar includes approval of meeting minutes from May and June 2025.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves $185,000 COVID‑CARE fund reallocation and elects new chair

The commission approved the Fifth Substantial Amendment to the 2019/20 HUD Annual Action Plan, reallocating about $185,000 of remaining COVID‑19 CARES (CDBG‑CV) funds—$150,000 for food assistance and $35,000 for administration. The amendment passed unanimously (6‑0) after a public hearing. The commission also approved the May 28 and June 25, 2025 meeting minutes and elected Commissioner Friedlander as chair and Commissioner Riviere as vice chair for FY 2025‑2026, each by unanimous vote of the five present commissioners.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Scott Duncan yea · Carol Weiss yea · Jim Davis absent · Morgan Friedlander yea · Leesa Riviere yea · Rao Shen yea · Commissioner Steward yea
25-0662 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Scott Duncan yea · Carol Weiss yea · Jim Davis absent · Morgan Friedlander yea · Leesa Riviere yea · Rao Shen yea · Commissioner Steward yea
Mon Jul 21, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Sustainability Commission

Sustainability Commission to discuss climate budgeting study update

The Sustainability Commission will hold a study session to receive an update on climate budgeting. The body will also select a Chair and Vice Chair and review an updated annual work plan.

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✓ Decided: Sustainability Commission elects new Chair and Vice Chair, approves consent calendar

The commission approved the consent calendar for May 19, 2025. Jeffery Nabhan was elected Chair. Douglas Kunz and Kristina Pistone were elected Vice Chair. All votes and attendance were recorded as noted in the minutes.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0632 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Jeffery Nabhan yea · Madeline Chang yea · Colin Ford yea · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz absent · Richard Parenteau yea · Kristina Pistone yea
approved
3 yea · 3 abstain · 1 absent
Jeffery Nabhan yea · Madeline Chang abstain · Colin Ford abstain · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz absent · Richard Parenteau abstain · Kristina Pistone yea
voted
5 abstain · 1 yea · 1 absent
Jeffery Nabhan abstain · Madeline Chang abstain · Colin Ford abstain · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz absent · Richard Parenteau abstain · Kristina Pistone abstain
voted to appoint
5 yea · 1 abstain · 1 absent
Jeffery Nabhan yea · Madeline Chang yea · Colin Ford yea · Cortney Jansen abstain · Douglas Kunz absent · Richard Parenteau yea · Kristina Pistone yea
Thu Jul 17, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

BPAC to review Vision Zero progress and select FY25/26 leadership

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission will review progress on pedestrian and cyclist collisions and update the Vision Zero Plan. The body will also select a Chair and Vice Chair for the fiscal year 2025/26.

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✓ Decided: Commissioner Wilson appointed Chair of Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The commission approved the July 17 meeting minutes. A motion to keep Chair Beagle in the chair position failed. A subsequent motion to appoint Commissioner Wilson as Chair succeeded. A motion to appoint Commissioner Mehlman as Vice Chair also failed.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0788 — voted
16 yea · 4 absent · 3 abstain · 1 nay
Bryce Beagle nay · Alex Bonne absent · Geeta Gollakota abstain · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman abstain · Jonathan Wilson yea · Bryce Beagle yea · Alex Bonne absent · Geeta Gollakota yea · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman yea · Jonathan Wilson yea · Bryce Beagle yea · Alex Bonne absent · Geeta Gollakota yea · Dan Hafeman abstain · Leia Mehlman yea · Jonathan Wilson yea · Bryce Beagle yea · Alex Bonne absent · Geeta Gollakota yea · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman yea · Jonathan Wilson yea
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Jul 16, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Arts Commission

Sunnyvale Arts Commission July 16 meeting canceled

The regular July 16, 2025 Arts Commission meeting has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 20, 2025.

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Wed Jul 16, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator hearing canceled

This Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for July 16, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for July 30, 2025. No items are being discussed or decided at this canceled meeting.

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Teleconference: City Web Stream
Mon Jul 14, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review minor modifications to affordable housing project

The Planning Commission will hold a study session to discuss proposed minor modifications to a previously approved affordable housing development at 245 W. Weddell Drive. The modifications would be approved by the Director of Community Development if permitted. The regular meeting includes approval of minutes, selection of officers, and a report on proposed study issues for 2026.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission reappoints Iglesias as Chair, Shukla as Vice Chair

The commission approved a consent‑calendar revision and the meeting minutes from June 16 and June 23, 2025. Commissioners voted to reappoint Nathan Iglesias as Chair and to appoint Neela Shukla as Vice Chair of the Planning Commission. They also adopted a seating arrangement for the upcoming year.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
5 yea · 1 abstain · 1 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis abstain · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone absent · Neela Shukla yea · Ilan Sigura yea
25-0755 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone absent · Neela Shukla yea · Ilan Sigura yea
25-0756 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone absent · Neela Shukla yea · Ilan Sigura yea
25-0757 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone absent · Neela Shukla yea · Ilan Sigura yea
Thu Jul 10, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Human Relations Commission

Community needs assessment update and chair/vice chair selection

The Human Relations Commission will discuss and possibly act on a community needs assessment update, debrief the first signature event 'Allies in Training', and discuss plans for a second signature event. The commission will also select a chair and vice chair. Consent calendar includes approval of June 12, 2025 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved the “Voices of Sunnyvale” storytelling event

The commission approved the June 12, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0 vote). It also approved a second Signature event named Voices of Sunnyvale, focusing on storytelling within the city’s diverse community (4‑0 vote). Commissioners elected Commissioner Zapata as Chair and Vice Chair Syquia as Vice Chair, each with a 4‑0 vote.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
4 yea · 2 absent
Nenuca Syquia absent · Claudia Camacho yea · Esther Rosenfeld yea · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea · Maria Paulina Zapata absent
25-0759 — voted to appoint
8 yea · 4 absent
Nenuca Syquia absent · Claudia Camacho yea · Esther Rosenfeld yea · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea · Maria Paulina Zapata absent · Nenuca Syquia absent · Claudia Camacho yea · Esther Rosenfeld yea · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea · Maria Paulina Zapata absent
25-0760 — approved
4 yea · 2 absent
Nenuca Syquia absent · Claudia Camacho yea · Esther Rosenfeld yea · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea · Maria Paulina Zapata absent
25-0763 — took action
4 yea · 2 absent
Nenuca Syquia absent · Claudia Camacho yea · Esther Rosenfeld yea · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea · Maria Paulina Zapata absent
25-0763 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent · 1 abstain
Nenuca Syquia absent · Claudia Camacho yea · Esther Rosenfeld abstain · Aaron Terry yea · Pedro Valencia Landa yea · Maria Paulina Zapata absent
Wed Jul 9, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

Policy limiting artificial turf use up for discussion at Parks Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a study session on Capital Improvement Projects and recognize Parks and Recreation Month. They will then elect a Chair and Vice Chair, and discuss a proposed policy to limit artificial turf use in Sunnyvale while retaining field turf for high-use athletic fields. Consent calendar includes approval of minutes from April and May meetings.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved policy to limit artificial turf use in Sunnyvale

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved its Consent Calendar, which included approval of the April 9 and May 21 meeting minutes. Commissioners voted to confirm David Kesting as Chair and Dona Mason as Vice Chair. A study issue proposing a policy to limit artificial turf while retaining field turf for high‑use athletic fields was approved by a 3‑0 voice vote.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
David Kesting yea · Dona Mason yea · Daniel Bremond yea · Prashant Gattani absent · Prakash Giri absent
25-0689 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
David Kesting yea · Dona Mason yea · Daniel Bremond yea · Prashant Gattani absent · Prakash Giri absent
Wed Jul 9, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks commission to tour Las Palmas Park

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a special walking tour of Las Palmas Park on July 9, 2025. The meeting is scheduled from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the park's parking lot by the picnic tables.

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Las Palmas Park, 850 Russet Dr., Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Mon Jul 7, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Board of Library Trustees meeting for July 7, 2025, canceled

The regular meeting of the Board of Library Trustees scheduled for July 7, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 4, 2025.

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Meeting Canceled
Thu Jul 3, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Charter Review Committee

Charter Review Committee meeting canceled

The Charter Review Committee meeting scheduled for July 3, 2025 has been canceled. No business was conducted. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 7, 2025.

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Wed Jul 2, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Heritage Preservation Commission

Sunnyvale Heritage Preservation Commission July 2 meeting canceled

The regular meeting of the Heritage Preservation Commission scheduled for July 2, 2025 has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 6, 2025.

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Tue Jul 1, 2025 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to adopt Village Center Master Plan and zoning changes

The Sunnyvale City Council will consider adopting the Village Center Master Plan (VCMP), which includes changing land use designations and zoning for seven Village Mixed Use areas. The council will also vote on approving contracts for water program management, pavement rehabilitation, and community television services.

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Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0739 — amended
4 yea · 2 nay · 1 abstain
Larry Klein nay · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan nay · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le abstain
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jun 30, 2025 · 5:30 PM

Charter Review Committee

Charter Review Committee discusses vacancies, compensation, city manager amendments

The Charter Review Committee will hold a special meeting to receive presentations and discuss potential charter amendments studied by three subcommittees. Topics include Section 606 (Vacancies), Section 611 (Regular Meetings), Section 605 (Compensation), Article 8 (City Manager), and Section 1309 (Contracts on Public Works). Staff makes no recommendation, and no votes are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved June 5 charter review minutes

The Charter Review Committee approved the minutes from its June 5, 2025 meeting with a 9‑0 vote. No other motions were adopted; the remainder of the meeting consisted of presentations and discussion on public engagement, charter sections, and compensation. Staff noted that the July 3 CRC meeting was cancelled and the next regular meeting is set for August 7.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
9 yea · 1 absent
Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Kathryn Filley yea · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey absent · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne yea · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey yea
Wed Jun 25, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Housing and Human Services Commission

Commission to consider BMR compliance plan at 1124 W. El Camino Real

The Housing and Human Services Commission will hold a public hearing to recommend whether to approve a Below Market Rate (BMR) Alternative Compliance Plan for a residential development at 1124 W. El Camino Real. The consent calendar includes approval of the June 25, 2025 meeting minutes. The commission will also discuss proposed study issues for calendar year 2026.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved minutes and BMR compliance plan for 1124 W. El Camino Real

The commission approved its meeting minutes for June 25, 2025 by a 7‑0 vote. It also voted 7‑0 to recommend approval of the applicant’s Below‑Market‑Rate Alternative Compliance Plan for the residential development at 1124 W. El Camino Real. No other actions were taken; a study‑issues report for 2026 was presented for information only.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
7 yea
Scott Duncan yea · Carol Weiss yea · Jim Davis yea · Morgan Friedlander yea · Ken Hiremath yea · Leesa Riviere yea · Commissioner Steward yea
25-0420 — approved
7 yea
Scott Duncan yea · Carol Weiss yea · Jim Davis yea · Morgan Friedlander yea · Ken Hiremath yea · Leesa Riviere yea · Commissioner Steward yea
Wed Jun 25, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Sunnyvale zoning board to decide on childcare center and variance permit

The Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to decide on a Special Development Permit for a childcare center and a Variance for a residential property. The board will also consider a recommendation to deny a variance request.

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✓ Decided: Zoning Administrator approved a special development permit for a new childcare center

The Zoning Administrator approved the Special Development Permit for a childcare center at 717 E. El Camino Real, allowing up to 70 children, a 1,400‑sq ft outdoor play area, a new trash enclosure, and site improvements. The hearing denied the variance request at 1688 Samedra Street that sought to increase front‑yard impervious surface to 62% and uncovered parking beyond the 50% limit. No public comments were received on either item.

Teleconference: City Web Stream
Mon Jun 23, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Public comments on draft EIR for replacement groundwater well at 800 Carlisle Way

The Planning Commission will hear public comments on the draft Environmental Impact Report for California Water Service’s proposed replacement groundwater extraction well, storage tank, chemical cabinets and related improvements at 800 Carlisle Way (APN 309-12-013). The meeting also includes a presentation recognizing service (item 25‑0715) and an information‑only report on proposed study issues for calendar year 2026 (item 25‑0714). No formal actions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission held public hearing on groundwater well DEIR, no decisions made

The commission conducted a public hearing on the Draft Environmental Impact Report for a replacement groundwater extraction well at 800 Carlisle Way. Commissioners asked questions about noise, soil testing, and the backup generator, and staff provided information. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Thu Jun 19, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

Commission will approve May 15 meeting minutes and discuss VTA BPAC report

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission will vote to approve the minutes from its May 15, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will receive a report on the recent Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting. Additional informational items include the BPAC 2025 Annual Work Plan, the Active Items List for June 2025, and updates on deferred and proposed study issues.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved May 15 minutes, changing “east side” to “east half”

At the June 19, 2025 meeting, the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission voted to approve the May 15, 2025 meeting minutes. The approval included an amendment correcting “east side” and “west side” on pages 10‑11 to “east half” and “west half”. Commissioner Hafeman moved, Vice Chair Davé seconded, and the motion carried unanimously with five votes in favor, none against, and two commissioners absent.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0729 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Bryce Beagle yea · Arwen Davé yea · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota absent · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman absent · Jonathan Wilson yea
Wed Jun 18, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Arts Commission

Arts Commission to decide on art project at 1250 Lakeside Drive hotel

The Arts Commission will consider approving an art-in-private-development project at 1250 Lakeside Drive/MSocial Hotel and review public art proposals for Corn Palace Park. Consent items include approval of April and May meeting minutes. No staff recommendation is provided for the Corn Palace Park item.

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✓ Decided: Arts Commission approved public art for the MSocial Hotel at 1250 Lakeside Drive.

The commission approved the consent calendar and the minutes from April 16 and May 21, 2025. It approved the art installation for the private development project at 1250 Lakeside Drive (MSocial Hotel). The commission recommended three artists for the backless benches and one artist for the seating wall at Corn Palace Park.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
3 yea · 2 absent
Agnes Veith absent · Kathryn Filley yea · Dawna Eskridge yea · Molly Kauffman yea · Winnie Lam absent
25-0403 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Agnes Veith absent · Kathryn Filley yea · Dawna Eskridge yea · Molly Kauffman yea · Winnie Lam absent
25-0688 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Agnes Veith absent · Kathryn Filley yea · Dawna Eskridge yea · Molly Kauffman yea · Winnie Lam absent
approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Agnes Veith absent · Kathryn Filley yea · Dawna Eskridge yea · Molly Kauffman yea · Winnie Lam absent
Wed Jun 18, 2025 · 7:00 PM

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

Sustainability speaker series on cleaner stormwater, cleaner bay

This is a community meeting notice for a special City Council meeting on June 18, 2025, featuring a Sustainability Speaker Series presentation on stormwater and bay cleanliness. The meeting is a webinar with no votes or decisions scheduled. A quorum of the City Council and Sustainability Commission may be present.

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City Web Stream
Tue Jun 17, 2025 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to adopt FY 2025/26 budget and increase utility rates

The City Council will hold a study session on bicycle and pedestrian improvements at the Sunnyvale Caltrain Station, then consider adopting the FY 2025/26 budget and fee schedule. Public hearings will address proposed increases to water (6%), wastewater (7%), and solid waste (4%) rates, as well as a below-market-rate compliance plan for a residential project at 777 Sunnyvale-Saratoga Road. Consent items include a $6.575M CalRecycle grant, a $1.09M homeless services contract amendment, a $4.2M traffic signal maintenance contract, and several legal services agreements.

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✓ Decided: City Council adopts FY 2025/26 budget, fee schedule and appropriations limit

The council adopted the FY 2025/26 budget, fee schedule and appropriations limit, including a $215,659 budget modification. It also approved several contracts and amendments: a $6,575,000 CalRecycle grant, a $253,273.48 Lexipol law‑enforcement manual contract, a $4,214,752.44 Bear Electrical traffic‑signal contract, a $1,090,973 homeless‑services amendment, and increased legal‑services contracts by $180,000 and $100,000. Additionally, the city adopted a salary increase for public safety officers effective July 6, 2025.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0267 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0346 — adopted
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0349 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0365 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0428 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0675 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0603 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
Mon Jun 16, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Sustainability Commission

Sunnyvale Sustainability Commission June 16 meeting canceled

The regular Sustainability Commission meeting scheduled for June 16, 2025 has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 21, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.

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Mon Jun 16, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Commission to forward Village Center Master Plan to Council

The Planning Commission will consider forwarding a recommendation to the City Council to adopt the Village Center Master Plan, including citywide rezoning of seven Village Mixed Use areas. Specific changes include land use designation adjustments for parcels on Bremerton Drive, Reed Avenue, Borregas Avenue, and East Arbor Avenue. The commission will also hear public testimony and consider an addendum to the 2017 LUTE Environmental Impact Report.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission unanimously approves consent calendar and prior meeting minutes

The commission approved the consent calendar with a 6‑0 vote. It also approved the May 27, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes, also by a 6‑0 vote. The proposed Village Center Master Plan was discussed but no vote was taken.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
6 yea · 1 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis absent · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla yea · Ilan Sigura yea
25-0520 — approved
5 yea · 1 absent · 1 abstain
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis absent · Chris Figone abstain · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla yea · Ilan Sigura yea
Fri Jun 13, 2025 · 2:00 PM

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

City Council and Human Relations Commission to hold community meeting

The City Council and Human Relations Commission will hold a special community meeting titled "Allies in Training – Building a Better Community." The agenda is limited to this specific topic and adjournment.

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Online and City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Thu Jun 12, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Human Relations Commission

Human Relations Commission to discuss second signature event

The Human Relations Commission will review an overview of the “Allies in Training: Building a Better Community” event and outreach efforts. The body will also discuss and potentially take action regarding a second signature event.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved May 14 meeting minutes

The Human Relations Commission voted to approve the meeting minutes from May 14, 2025. Vice Chair Ramisetty moved, Commissioner Zapada seconded, and the motion passed unanimously (4‑0) with Commissioner Rosenfeld absent. No other actions were decided during the meeting.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Nenuca Syquia yea · Venkata Siva Ramisetty yea · Claudia Camacho yea · Esther Rosenfeld absent · Maria Paulina Zapata yea
Wed Jun 11, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission meeting canceled

The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for June 11, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 9, 2025.

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Wed Jun 11, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator hearing canceled

The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for June 11, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively set for June 25, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.

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Mon Jun 9, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Sunnyvale Planning Commission June 9 meeting canceled

This meeting of the Sunnyvale Planning Commission has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for June 16, 2025.

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Thu Jun 5, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Charter Review Committee

Committee will discuss Council direction and next steps for charter review work plan

The Charter Review Committee will first approve the minutes from its May 1 2025 meeting. It will then discuss the City Council’s June 3 2025 direction and next steps for the charter‑review work plan (item 25‑05852). The agenda also includes a consent calendar and a 15‑minute oral communications period for public comment on items not listed on the agenda, which the committee cannot act upon.

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✓ Decided: Charter Review Committee approved May minutes and set June 30 meeting

The committee approved the May 1, 2025 Charter Review Committee meeting minutes by a 9‑0 vote. Members were assigned to three Ad‑Hoc Advisory Committees to study specific charter sections. The next CRC meeting was scheduled for June 30, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
9 yea · 1 absent
Gustav Larsson absent · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Kathryn Filley yea · David Newswanger yea · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne yea · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey yea
Wed Jun 4, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Heritage Preservation Commission

Commission to review FY 2025/26 planning budget and fees

The Heritage Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing to review the Planning Program Budget and Fees for the upcoming fiscal year. They will also consider potential study issues and approve the draft minutes from January 23, 2025. A presentation will recognize service by a member.

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✓ Decided: Commission formally recommended FY 2025/26 budget to City Council

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved the corrected draft minutes from January 23, 2025 with a 6‑0 vote. It then adopted a formal recommendation to the City Council on the FY 2025/26 recommended budget, also passing 6‑0. A motion to discuss nominating 380 S. Mathilda Avenue for heritage listing failed because it lacked a second.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0644 — approved with modifications
6 yea · 1 absent
Sue-Ellen Johnson yea · Aaron Sofaer yea · William Garrett yea · Charles McManis yea · Ashmita Rajkumar absent · Parthiv Rawal yea · Pamela Sharma yea
Tue Jun 3, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

Public hearing on FY 2025/26 budget and $50M water plant loan

The City Council will conduct a public hearing on the proposed FY 2025/26 Budget and Resource Allocation Plan, as well as an annual review of proposed fees and charges. Council will also consider authorizing up to $50 million in Clean Water State Revolving Funds for the Water Pollution Control Plant Upgrade. Additionally, a joint meeting with the Charter Review Committee will discuss four potential charter amendments for further study, including city council salaries and redistricting commission rules.

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✓ Decided: Council directs charter review to draft ballot measures for 2026 election

The City Council approved a motion directing the Charter Review Committee to prioritize developing ballot measure language for five charter provisions for the November 2026 election. The motion passed unanimously (6‑0) with one councilmember absent. Additional consent‑calendar items and a classification plan amendment were also approved.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0602 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0212 — voted
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0641 — adopted
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
Mon Jun 2, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Library Trustees to hear presentations on Library of Things and service recognition

The Board of Library Trustees will hold a study session with two presentations: a recognition of service and an overview of the Library of Things program. They will also consider approving the meeting minutes from May 20, 2025. No votes on policy, funding, or ordinances are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board approved consent calendar and May 20 minutes

The Board of Library Trustees approved the consent calendar with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. They also approved the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting, again with a 5‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
5 yea
Sharlene Wang yea · Meena Juttukonda yea · Yael Hod yea · Carter Hu yea · David Liu yea
Wed May 28, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Housing and Human Services Commission

Commission considers BMR compliance plan for 777 Sunnyvale-Saratoga Road

The Housing and Human Services Commission will review a Below Market Rate Alternative Compliance Plan for a residential development. The body will also review the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2025/26.

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends City Council approve BMR plan for 777 Sunnyvale‑Saratoga Rd

The commission approved its consent calendar, including the April 15, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to recommend that the City Council approve the applicant’s Below Market Rate (BMR) alternative compliance plan for the residential development at 777 Sunnyvale‑Saratoga Road. The FY 2025/26 recommended budget and a proposed 2026 study were discussed as informational items. The meeting adjourned at 8:28 p.m.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0503 — approved
6 yea · 1 nay
Scott Duncan yea · Carol Weiss nay · Jim Davis yea · Morgan Friedlander yea · Ken Hiremath yea · Leesa Riviere yea · Commissioner Steward yea
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed May 28, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Zoning Administrator Hearing for May 28, 2025, canceled

The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for May 28, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for June 11, 2025.

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Teleconference: City Web Stream
Tue May 27, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rezoning 781 S. Wolfe Road for higher density

The commission will hold a public hearing on a General Plan Amendment and Rezone for 781 S. Wolfe Road to allow up to 14 dwelling units per acre, up from 7. They will also discuss a study session on a groundwater extraction well and water tank at 800 Carlisle Way, and review the proposed Planning Program budget and fees for FY 2025/2026.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends rezoning 781 S. Wolfe Road to higher density

The commission approved the consent calendar and the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It then voted 5‑0 to recommend a General Plan amendment and rezoning of 781 S. Wolfe Road from R‑0 to R‑2 with a Planned Development district. The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for consideration at its July 1, 2025 meeting.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
4 yea · 2 absent · 1 abstain
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone absent · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla abstain · Ilan Sigura absent
25-0523 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone absent · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla yea · Ilan Sigura absent
25-0621 — approved
4 yea · 2 absent · 1 abstain
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone absent · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla abstain · Ilan Sigura absent
Mon May 26, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Sunnyvale Planning Commission May 26 meeting canceled

The special and regular meetings of the Planning Commission scheduled for May 26, 2025 have been canceled. No business will be conducted. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for May 27, 2025.

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Thu May 22, 2025 · 8:30 AM

City Council

City Council holds budget workshop for FY 2025/26

This is a special meeting of the Sunnyvale City Council convened solely as a Budget Workshop on the Recommended Fiscal Year 2025/26 Budget. No votes are taken; public hearings on the budget, fee schedule, and utility rates are scheduled for June 3 and June 17, 2025. The public may comment during the workshop.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved all budget supplements for FY2025

The council voted unanimously (7-0) to adopt the staff recommendations for Budget Supplements 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6. It also approved Budget Supplement 2 with the added item 2B.1 concerning project labor agreements. No other actions were taken.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0156 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
Wed May 21, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Arts Commission

Arts Commission to review recommended budget

The Arts Commission is holding a special joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Commission. The body will review and recommend a budget for City Council approval.

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✓ Decided: Arts Commission unanimously recommends council approve the proposed budget

The Arts Commission reviewed the city’s recommended budget and voted to recommend council approval. The motion to recommend approval was moved by Chair Kesting, seconded by Commissioner Bremond, and passed with a 7‑0 vote. Public comment highlighted support for pickleball funding in the budget.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0562 — approved
7 yea · 3 absent
Agnes Veith yea · Kathryn Filley yea · Dawna Eskridge yea · Molly Kauffman yea · Winnie Lam absent · Prashant Gattani absent · David Kesting yea · Prakash Giri yea · Dona Mason absent · Daniel Bremond yea
Wed May 21, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

Joint commissions to review recommended budget for council approval

The Parks and Recreation Commission and the Arts Commission will hold a special joint meeting to review the city's recommended budget and vote on a recommendation for the City Council to approve. The public may comment in person, online, or by written submission before the meeting.

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✓ Decided: Parks & Rec Commission recommends city budget for council approval

The commission voted to recommend that the City Council approve the recommended budget. The motion passed unanimously with a 7‑0 vote. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled during the meeting.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0562 — approved
7 yea · 3 absent
David Kesting yea · Dona Mason absent · Daniel Bremond yea · Prashant Gattani absent · Prakash Giri yea · Winnie Lam absent · Dawna Eskridge yea · Kathryn Filley yea · Molly Kauffman yea · Agnes Veith yea
Tue May 20, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Library board to review and recommend budget to council

The Board of Library Trustees will review the recommended library budget and vote on whether to recommend it to the City Council for approval. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes from the April 7 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board approves consent calendar, April 7 minutes, and budget recommendation

The Board approved the consent calendar, which included approval of the April 7, 2025 meeting minutes. The Board voted to recommend that the City Council approve the library’s recommended budget. No public comments were received. The meeting adjourned at 7:33 p.m.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
4 yea · 1 absent
Sharlene Wang absent · Meena Juttukonda yea · Yael Hod yea · Carter Hu yea · David Liu yea
25-0596 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Sharlene Wang absent · Meena Juttukonda yea · Yael Hod yea · Carter Hu yea · David Liu yea
Tue May 20, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

Council considers $34.5M contract for SMaRT Station waste processing upgrade

The Council will decide on awarding a $34.5 million contract to Bulk Handling Systems for the SMaRT Station waste processing system upgrade, along with a separate $2.5 million purchase agreement for a pre-load compactor. Other significant items include a proposed life insurance benefit for Councilmembers, discussion of an appropriation for the 2025 Sunnyvale Pride event, and adoption of the annual Public Safety Military Equipment Use report. The meeting also includes a study session on a Hollenbeck Avenue bike lane project and a special ceremony for Department of Public Safety awards.

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✓ Decided: Council approves FY 2025/26 Downtown Parking District assessment and levy

The Sunnyvale City Council approved the FY 2025/26 Preliminary Engineer’s Report for the Downtown Parking District Assessment and adopted a resolution to levy and collect an assessment for the Downtown Parking Maintenance District. The approval was part of the consent calendar and passed unanimously with a 7‑0 vote.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0039 — voted to appoint
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0531 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0307 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0605 — approved
6 yea · 1 abstain
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell abstain · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
voted to appoint
14 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
Mon May 19, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Sustainability Commission

Annual review of city manager's recommended budget

The Sustainability Commission will hold a public hearing to review the City Manager's recommended budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from its April 21 meeting and receive an updated annual work plan. A presentation recognizing service is scheduled, and commissioners may discuss potential study issues.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved April minutes and budget recommendations unanimously

The Sustainability Commission approved the consent calendar, adopting the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting, with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved a set of recommendations on the City Manager’s FY 2025/26 budget and nominated Vice Chair Nabhan to present them to City Council, also by a 5‑0 vote. Chair Veitch announced her resignation during the meeting.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
approved
10 yea · 2 absent
Tonya Veitch yea · Jeffery Nabhan yea · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz yea · Richard Parenteau absent · Kristina Pistone yea · Tonya Veitch yea · Jeffery Nabhan yea · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz yea · Richard Parenteau absent · Kristina Pistone yea
Mon May 19, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to recommend revisions to Civil Service Rules

The Personnel Board will consider recommending to the City Council revisions to the Civil Service Rules and Regulations, and conduct an annual review of the Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected and appointed officials. The meeting also includes a consent item to approve prior meeting minutes and a recognition of service for Vice Chair Richard Lesher.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approved civil service rule revisions and recommended council action

The board approved the Personnel Board minutes from March 17, 2025. It approved revisions to the Civil Service Rules and Regulations and recommended that the City Council adopt them. The board deferred the annual review of the Code of Ethics and Conduct to the next Personnel Board meeting. No other actions were taken.

Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0606 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Carmel Johnson yea · Richard Lesher yea · Marc Ketzel yea · Jeff Kucer absent · Barry Vickrey absent
25-0608 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Carmel Johnson yea · Richard Lesher yea · Marc Ketzel yea · Jeff Kucer absent · Barry Vickrey absent
Thu May 15, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

Commission considers Tasman Drive bike lanes and Evelyn Avenue path funding

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission is discussing a two-phase concept plan for improvements on Tasman Drive and the allocation of Transportation Development Act funding. The body will also review the recommended budget for fiscal year 2025/26.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved April 17 meeting minutes (6‑0, 1 abstain)

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission approved the minutes from the April 17, 2025 meeting. The motion was carried with six votes in favor, zero against, and one abstention. No other agenda items were voted on or formally decided.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0630 — approved
6 yea · 1 abstain
Bryce Beagle yea · Arwen Davé yea · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota yea · Dan Hafeman abstain · Leia Mehlman yea · Jonathan Wilson yea
25-0223 — approved
6 yea · 1 abstain
Bryce Beagle yea · Arwen Davé abstain · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota yea · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman yea · Jonathan Wilson yea
25-0057 — approved
6 yea · 1 abstain
Bryce Beagle yea · Arwen Davé yea · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota yea · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman abstain · Jonathan Wilson yea
Wed May 14, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission meeting canceled

The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for May 14, 2025 has been canceled. A joint meeting with the Arts Commission is scheduled for May 21, 2025.

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Wed May 14, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator hearing canceled for May 14

The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for May 14, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for May 28, 2025.

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Wed May 14, 2025 · 7:30 PM

Human Relations Commission

Commission to review 2025/26 budget and approve March meeting minutes

The Human Relations Commission will approve the minutes from its March 13, 2025 meeting and review the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Recommended Budget. The body will also discuss the theme for its upcoming signature event.

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✓ Decided: Human Relations Commission approved March 13, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission voted to approve the Human Relations Commission minutes from March 13, 2025. The motion passed unanimously with three yes votes and no opposing votes. The meeting also included a budget review and planning for the “Allies in Training” event, but no formal decisions were made on those items.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
3 yea · 2 absent
Nenuca Syquia yea · Venkata Siva Ramisetty absent · Claudia Camacho absent · Esther Rosenfeld yea · Maria Paulina Zapata yea
Tue May 13, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

Council to interview candidates for boards and commissions

The Sunnyvale City Council is holding a special meeting to interview applicants for various city boards and commissions. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is solely for conducting interviews.

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✓ Decided: City Council interviewed board and commission applicants, no decisions taken

The council held a special study session to interview applicants for various boards and commissions. No votes, approvals, or other actions were recorded; the meeting consisted solely of interviews and scheduled recesses. The council adjourned at 10:43 p.m.

Online and Cottonwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Tue May 13, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Charter Review Committee

Sunnyvale Charter Review Committee meeting canceled

The special meeting of the Charter Review Committee scheduled for May 13, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is set for June 5, 2025.

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Mon May 12, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Planning Commission

Commission to discuss 101 townhomes, commercial building at Lakewood Shopping Center

The Planning Commission will hold a study session on a proposal to demolish the Lakewood Shopping Center and construct 101 townhome units in 15 three-story buildings plus a 10,000 sq ft commercial building at 1119-1163 Lawrence Expressway and 1037/1051 Lakehaven Drive. The regular meeting at 7 PM includes approval of April 28, 2025 meeting minutes and an information report on proposed study issues for 2026.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved the Consent Calendar and April 28 minutes

The commission voted 6-0 to approve the Consent Calendar. It also approved the Planning Commission meeting minutes from April 28, 2025. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
6 yea · 1 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla absent · Ilan Sigura yea
Mon May 12, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

City Council to interview candidates for boards and commissions

The Sunnyvale City Council is holding a special study session to interview candidates for various boards and commissions. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council interviewed applicants for multiple city commissions

The Sunnyvale City Council held a special meeting to interview candidates for several boards and commissions, including the Human Relations, Sustainability, Housing and Human Services, and others. No votes, approvals, or appointments were recorded; the meeting consisted solely of the interview process. The council adjourned the special meeting at 10:14 p.m.

Online and Cottonwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Thu May 8, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Human Relations Commission

Sunnyvale Human Relations Commission May 8 meeting canceled

The regular Human Relations Commission meeting scheduled for May 8, 2025 has been canceled. The next meeting is set for June 12, 2025 at 7 p.m. in the Redwood Conference Room.

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Wed May 7, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Heritage Preservation Commission

Heritage Preservation Commission meeting canceled for May 7, 2025

The regular meeting of the Heritage Preservation Commission scheduled for May 7, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 4, 2025.

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Tue May 6, 2025 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider 2025-2030 HUD plan, possible General Fund backfill

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the draft 2025-2030 HUD Consolidated Plan and FY 2025/26 Action Plan, and discuss options if federal CDBG or HOME funds are reduced, including backfilling with General Fund. In consent, the council will award contracts totaling over $2.5 million for playground equipment replacement at Columbia and Cannery Parks, annual slurry seal, and dedicated internet access. A closed session is scheduled for the city attorney's performance evaluation.

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✓ Decided: Council approved multiple contracts totaling over $2.5 million, including playground and internet services

The Sunnyvale City Council unanimously approved agenda items 1.A‑1.D, 1.F‑1.G, which include several contract awards and policy adoptions. Contracts were awarded for playground equipment ($807,982), annual slurry seal work ($823,972.80), and a five‑year internet/DDoS mitigation service ($936,000). The council also approved amendments to four engineering consulting agreements and adopted six legislative advocacy positions.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0276 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
-Council — voted
6 yea · 1 abstain
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell abstain · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0423 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0551 — approved with modifications
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0566 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
Mon May 5, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

May 5 library board meeting canceled

The regular meeting of the Board of Library Trustees scheduled for May 5, 2025 has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2025.

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Thu May 1, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Charter Review Committee

Charter Review Committee to hear subcommittee findings on potential charter amendments

The Charter Review Committee will receive presentations from three subcommittees on charter issues including city council term and election, vacancies, gender-neutral language, council qualifications, compensation, mayor, redistricting, meetings, franchises, appointive boards, contracts, and city manager powers. The committee will also discuss prioritization of potential charter amendments for recommendation to the City Council. Staff makes no recommendation on any item. No votes are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Committee votes to drop amendment A-7 on Appointive Boards and Commissions

The Charter Review Committee approved the March 6 and April 3 meeting minutes and adopted the agenda items (8‑0, 2 abstentions). Members voted unanimously to drop amendment A-7 concerning Appointive Boards and Commissions (10‑0). Motions to drop amendment A-8 (gender‑neutral language) and amendment A-6 (Regular Meetings) failed, with votes of 2‑8 and 5‑5 respectively. Additional motions dropped several Category C amendments, including C-1, C-2, C-4, C-8, C-10, C-11, C-12, C-13, C-6 and C-7.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0572 — denied
13 nay · 7 yea
Gustav Larsson nay · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis nay · Kathryn Filley nay · David Newswanger nay · Timothy Oey nay · Ken Olevson nay · Martin Pyne nay · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey nay · Gustav Larsson yea · Kristel Wickham nay · Galen Kim Davis nay · Kathryn Filley nay · David Newswanger nay · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne nay · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey yea
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Apr 30, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Hearing on garage setback variance for 938 West Cardinal Drive

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for a single-family home. The request seeks to allow a garage to be built closer to the front property line than current zoning requires.

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✓ Decided: Zoning Administrator approved garage setback variance at 938 West Cardinal

The hearing considered a variance request to allow a 105‑square‑foot garage front setback of 10 ft 2 in at 938 West Cardinal Drive, where the minimum required is 20 ft. No public comments were received. The Zoning Administrator approved the variance with the recommended findings and conditions outlined in Attachments 3 and 4.

Teleconference: City Web Stream
Mon Apr 28, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to decide on 242-unit development at 777 Sunnyvale Saratoga Road

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Special Development Permit and Tentative Map for a 242-unit mixed-use project (80 townhomes and 162 apartments) with 2,050 sq ft of commercial space on a 5.24-acre site at 777 Sunnyvale Saratoga Road. The commission will also vote on approving the March 10, 2025 meeting minutes on the consent calendar. An information-only report on proposed study issues for 2026 is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved the Consent Calendar and March 10 minutes

The Commission approved the Consent Calendar with a 6‑0 vote and unanimously approved the March 10, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes. No formal action was taken on the proposed 242‑unit development at 777 Sunnyvale Saratoga Road. The meeting consisted mainly of public comments and staff presentations.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
6 yea · 1 abstain
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne abstain · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla yea · Ilan Sigura yea
25-0513 — approved
7 yea
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla yea · Ilan Sigura yea
Wed Apr 23, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Housing and Human Services Commission

Sunnyvale Housing Commission April 23 meeting canceled

The regular meeting of the Housing and Human Services Commission scheduled for April 23, 2025 has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

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Tue Apr 22, 2025 · 5:30 PM

City Council

Council to adopt 2025-2027 strategic priorities, vote on cat impound rule

The City Council will hold a study session on renovating median landscaping to low-maintenance design, then a regular meeting with recognitions, consent items, and public hearings. Key decisions include authorizing a $416,902 animal shelter contract with Santa Clara County and a $389,760 tennis court reconstruction at Sunnyvale Middle School. The council will consider suspending enforcement of the code requiring impoundment of healthy stray cats and approve a two-year strategic framework and priorities. An informational update from NOVA Workforce Services is also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves $416,902 animal shelter purchase agreement

The council unanimously approved a one‑year purchase agreement with Santa Clara County for animal shelter services worth $416,902, and awarded a $389,760 contract to Silicon Valley Paving for park tennis court reconstruction with a 10% contingency. Councilmembers also adopted a resolution to suspend enforcement of the stray‑cat impoundment code and directed staff to study animal‑control services, and they approved the Council Strategic Framework and priorities for July 2025‑June 2027. All consent‑calendar items, including prior meeting minutes and payment lists, were approved without dissent.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
Mon Apr 21, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Sustainability Commission

Sustainability Commission to review Climate Action Playbook progress

The Sustainability Commission will hold a study session to discuss progress on the Climate Action Playbook: Game Plan 2028. The body will also consider a proposal for the Sustainability Speakers Series for FY 2025/26.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved FY 2025/26 Sustainability Speaker Series topics and plan

The Sustainability Commission voted unanimously to approve the consent calendar, including the meeting minutes. It also approved the FY 2025/26 Sustainability Speaker Series topics as prioritized and authorized staff to finalize the series. Both motions passed with a 6‑0 vote. The meeting adjourned at 9:12 p.m.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
approved
12 yea
Tonya Veitch yea · Jeffery Nabhan yea · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz yea · Richard Parenteau yea · Kristina Pistone yea · Tonya Veitch yea · Jeffery Nabhan yea · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz yea · Richard Parenteau yea · Kristina Pistone yea
Thu Apr 17, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

Commission will select design concepts for the 2025 utility bill insert

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission will review and vote on design concepts to be included in the 2025 utility bill. The meeting also includes a study session on the East Channel Trail and a review of the Complete Streets checklist for TDA Article 3 funding, as well as routine consent calendar items and public hearings.

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✓ Decided: Commission discussed East Channel Trail study but took no formal action

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission held a study session on the East Channel Trail (Project 25-0546). Commissioners and staff presented project details and answered questions, and members of the public offered comments. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded, and the commission took no formal action on the project.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0553 — voted
11 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay
Bryce Beagle yea · Arwen Davé yea · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota yea · Dan Hafeman absent · Leia Mehlman yea · Jonathan Wilson yea · Bryce Beagle yea · Arwen Davé yea · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota yea · Dan Hafeman absent · Leia Mehlman nay · Jonathan Wilson yea
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Apr 16, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Arts Commission

Arts Commission to recommend approving 'Redwood Dawn' art at Cityline

The Arts Commission will consider recommending City Council approval of a public art piece titled 'Redwood Dawn' for the Hunter Properties/Cityline development (Phase 2, Artwork 4 of 4). Commissioners will also finalize plans for Arts and Humanities Month and vote on minutes from the March 19 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends art project approval and selects spoken‑word event for Arts Month

The Arts Commission approved the consent calendar, which included the March 19, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners voted 4‑0 to recommend that the City Council approve the Redwood Dawn Phase 2 artwork, requesting a review of lighting placement and a sun study. They also voted 4‑0 to approve the spoken‑word event as the Arts and Humanities Month 2025 project.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Agnes Veith yea · Kathryn Filley yea · Dawna Eskridge yea · Molly Kauffman absent · Winnie Lam yea
25-0402 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Agnes Veith yea · Kathryn Filley yea · Dawna Eskridge yea · Molly Kauffman absent · Winnie Lam yea
25-0526 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Agnes Veith yea · Kathryn Filley yea · Dawna Eskridge yea · Molly Kauffman absent · Winnie Lam yea
Wed Apr 16, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator hearing canceled for April 16

This meeting was canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for April 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM.

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Teleconference: City Web Stream
Tue Apr 15, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Housing and Human Services Commission

Commission to recommend adopting HUD plans and backfilling funds

The Housing and Human Services Commission will consider recommending approval of the draft 2025-2030 HUD Consolidated Plan and FY 2025/26 Action Plan, with a recommendation to backfill all HUD funds with General Funds. They will also approve meeting minutes from March 26, 2025, and discuss potential study issues for 2026.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved HUD plan alternatives and consent calendar

The commission approved the consent calendar, which included ratifying the March 26, 2025 meeting minutes, by a 4‑0 vote. It also approved Alternative 1 and Alternative 3 (with modifications) of the draft 2025‑2030 HUD Consolidated Plan and FY 2025/26 HUD Action Plan, giving priority to backfilling Sunnyvale Community Services programs, by a 5‑0 vote. The staff announced that the next meeting will include a public hearing on alternative compliance plans and that 2026 study issues can be proposed.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
4 yea · 3 absent
Scott Duncan yea · Carol Weiss yea · Jim Davis yea · Morgan Friedlander yea · Ken Hiremath absent · Leesa Riviere absent · Commissioner Steward absent
25-0219 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Scott Duncan yea · Carol Weiss yea · Jim Davis yea · Morgan Friedlander yea · Ken Hiremath absent · Leesa Riviere yea · Commissioner Steward absent
Mon Apr 14, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Sunnyvale Planning Commission meeting canceled

The Planning Commission’s special and regular meetings scheduled for April 14, 2025 were canceled. No agenda items were considered. The next meeting is tentatively set for April 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM. Residents may contact the Planning Division at 408‑730‑7440 for questions.

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Thu Apr 10, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Human Relations Commission

Sunnyvale Human Relations Commission April 10 meeting canceled

This meeting was canceled; no business was conducted. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 8, 2025.

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Wed Apr 9, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

Commission to discuss pickleball update, field usage, and budget process in study session

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a study session covering a pickleball update, a field/facility usage report, its purview and budget process, a study issues update, and a park tour discussion. The only action item is approval of the February 12, 2025 meeting minutes. No public hearings or major decisions are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved February 12 meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the February 12, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. No other motions were adopted; remaining items were informational or pending further staff work.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0530 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
David Kesting yea · Dona Mason yea · Daniel Bremond yea · Prashant Gattani absent · Prakash Giri yea
Tue Apr 8, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

Sunnyvale Council to vote on ADU regulations and multiple city contracts

The City Council will consider updating Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) zoning regulations and approving several service contracts. The meeting includes a public hearing on city vacancies and recruitment efforts, as well as a presentation on proposed Valley Water rate increases.

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✓ Decided: City Council adopted new accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations.

The council approved a $500,000 budget modification for the 2025 Fourth of July celebration and adopted several contracts, including three on‑call levee maintenance agreements, a video‑archiving purchase, a workers’ compensation claim administration contract, and a park design services contract. It also adopted Ordinance No. 3240‑25 updating accessory dwelling unit regulations, amended the Classification Plan to add new positions, and ratified Vice Mayor Linda Sell’s appointment to the Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Agency board. All motions passed unanimously.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
-Council — voted
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0499 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0355 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
Mon Apr 7, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Board of Library Trustees to review digital literacy and early learning initiatives

The Board of Library Trustees will hold a study session featuring presentations on digital information literacy, National Library Week, and early learning initiatives. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from March 3, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Board approved consent calendar and March 3 minutes

The Board of Library Trustees approved the consent calendar with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The approval included the March 3, 2025 meeting minutes. No other actions were taken.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
5 yea
Sharlene Wang yea · Meena Juttukonda yea · Yael Hod yea · Carter Hu yea · David Liu yea
Thu Apr 3, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Charter Review Committee

Committee will discuss priorities for potential Sunnyvale charter amendments.

The Charter Review Committee will discuss and prioritize issues to study for possible amendments to the Sunnyvale City Charter. It will also discuss subcommittee assignments, next steps, and deliverables. The committee will approve the minutes from the February 27, 2025 meeting and consider items on the consent calendar.

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✓ Decided: Charter Review Committee approved February minutes and assigned ad‑hoc committees

The committee approved the February 27, 2025 Charter Review Committee meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote (2 members abstained). It created three Ad‑Hoc Advisory Committees and assigned members to each. Members voted to skip an April 24 meeting and scheduled two meetings in May, with the next regular meeting set for May 1.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
5 yea · 3 absent · 2 abstain
Gustav Larsson absent · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis absent · Kathryn Filley abstain · David Newswanger abstain · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne absent · Gail Rubino yea · Barry Vickrey yea
Wed Apr 2, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Heritage Preservation Commission

Heritage Preservation Commission meeting canceled for April 2, 2025

The regular meeting of the Heritage Preservation Commission scheduled for April 2, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 7, 2025.

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Wed Mar 26, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Housing and Human Services Commission

Commission to review funding for Community Development Block Grant funds

The Housing and Human Services Commission will evaluate funding recommendations for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for fiscal years 2025/26 and 2026/27. The body will also review proposed study issues for the 2026 calendar year.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved revised FY 2025/26 funding plan, removing Upwards funds

The commission approved the February 26, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It then voted 4‑2 to adopt alternative 2, removing funds from Upwards, fully funding WorkFirst, and allocating remaining money to the Minor Home Repair Program. No other actions were taken.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0453 — approved
4 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Scott Duncan nay · Carol Weiss yea · Jim Davis nay · Morgan Friedlander yea · Ken Hiremath absent · Leesa Riviere yea · Commissioner Steward yea
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Mar 26, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

✓ Decided: Special Development Permit approved for Bay Padel at 1365 Geneva Drive

The Zoning Administrator hearing considered a Special Development Permit to allow a recreational and athletic (padel ball) facility in the Moffett Park Specific Plan area at 1365 Geneva Drive. No members of the public offered comments. The administrator approved the permit with the recommended findings and conditions outlined in Attachments 2 and 3.

Teleconference: City Web Stream
Tue Mar 25, 2025 · 4:30 PM

City Council

Council to adopt Ordinance 3239-25 amending inclusionary housing rules

The Sunnyvale City Council will consider several consent items, approve recent meeting minutes, and adopt Ordinance No. 3239-25 to amend inclusionary below‑market‑rate housing provisions. The council will also consider a proposed ordinance to revise accessory dwelling unit regulations and a variance appeal for a detached accessory structure at 160 S. Pastoria Ave. Public comment will be limited to listed agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Council adopted new ADU zoning ordinance with unanimous vote

The Sunnyvale City Council approved its consent calendar, including February meeting minutes, payment claims, a school district open‑space agreement, and an inclusionary housing ordinance. It then adopted an amendment to Title 19 zoning to change accessory dwelling unit regulations. Finally, the council denied an appeal to a variance for an accessory structure, upholding the Planning Commission's decision. All votes were 7‑0 in favor.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0354 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0394 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
Mon Mar 24, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission meeting canceled for March 24, 2025

The March 24, 2025 special and regular meetings of the Sunnyvale Planning Commission have been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for April 14, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.

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Thu Mar 20, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

Commission to study Hollenbeck Bike Lane, discuss TDA funding application

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission will hold a study session on the Hollenbeck Bike Lane Study (25-0495A). The commission will also discuss projects for a Transportation Development Act (TDA) Article 3 application. Consent items include approving minutes from the February 20, 2025 meeting. Several informational reports on the annual work plan and study issues are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Commission held study session on Hollenbeck Bike Lane, no decisions made

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission reviewed the Hollenbeck Bike Lane Study (Project 25-0495) with presentations from city engineers and staff. Commissioners asked extensive questions about safety analysis, design alternatives, parking impacts, and traffic operations. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the discussion was informational only.

Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0477 — approved as amended
7 yea
Bryce Beagle yea · Arwen Davé yea · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota yea · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman yea · Jonathan Wilson yea
Wed Mar 19, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Arts Commission

Commission to discuss expanding arts scope to include literary and interactive arts

The Sunnyvale Arts Commission will hold a study session to finalize plans for the Hands on the Arts project and discuss expanding its purview to cover dynamic, interactive, and literary arts. A public hearing will review plans for National Arts and Humanities Month. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from its February 19, 2025 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Arts Commission approves Spoken Word project for Arts & Humanities Month 2025

The commission approved the consent calendar, approved the February 19, 2025 meeting minutes, and approved the Arts and Humanities Month 2025 project, selecting a spoken‑word piece. All three motions passed unanimously with three votes in favor and none against. No other substantive actions were taken.

Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
3 yea · 2 absent
Agnes Veith yea · Kathryn Filley yea · Dawna Eskridge yea · Molly Kauffman absent · Winnie Lam absent
25-0459 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Agnes Veith yea · Kathryn Filley yea · Dawna Eskridge yea · Molly Kauffman absent · Winnie Lam absent
Wed Mar 19, 2025 · 7:00 PM

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

Council hosts speaker series on coastal access equity

This is a community meeting notice for a Sustainability Speaker Series titled 'Waves of Change: Ensuring Equity in Coastal Access.' No official decisions or legislative actions are scheduled. A quorum of the City Council and Sustainability Commission may be present.

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Online Event: City Web Stream
Tue Mar 18, 2025 · 4:30 PM

City Council

Council to vote on amending inclusionary housing rules for retail preservation projects

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss transferring three parking garages from the Redevelopment Agency to the city. A study session will cover the Sunnyvale Clean Water Project update. During the regular meeting, the council will consider approving the 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report, introducing an ordinance to modify inclusionary housing rules for qualified retail preservation projects, and ratifying a new labor contract with the Public Safety Officers Association.

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Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan absent · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0013 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan absent · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0397 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan absent · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0221 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan absent · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0396 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan absent · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
Mon Mar 17, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Sustainability Commission

Commission to review study issue process and consider adding subcommittee member

This meeting includes a presentation on the study issue process and timelines, approval of previous meeting minutes, and a public hearing to consider adding a member to the Sustainability Speaker Series Subcommittee. No major policy decisions or funding allocations are on the agenda.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0436 — approved
5 yea · 1 abstain · 1 absent
Tonya Veitch yea · Jeffery Nabhan yea · Cortney Jansen abstain · Douglas Kunz yea · Bobbykin Makwana absent · Richard Parenteau yea · Kristina Pistone yea
25-0438 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Tonya Veitch yea · Jeffery Nabhan yea · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz yea · Bobbykin Makwana absent · Richard Parenteau yea · Kristina Pistone yea
approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Tonya Veitch yea · Jeffery Nabhan yea · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz yea · Bobbykin Makwana absent · Richard Parenteau yea · Kristina Pistone yea
Mon Mar 17, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to review October 2024 meeting minutes

The meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The board is scheduled to consider the approval of meeting minutes from October 21, 2024.

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Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0368 — approved
5 yea
Carmel Johnson yea · Marc Ketzel yea · Jeff Kucer yea · Richard Lesher yea · Barry Vickrey yea
Thu Mar 13, 2025 · 9:00 AM

City Council

Council workshop on strategic priorities for 2025

This is a special City Council workshop to discuss and refine the city's strategic priorities for the coming year. The council will hear a fiscal update, review national community survey data, and consider a draft strategic framework. No formal decisions are expected; the session is intended for discussion and goal-setting.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Thu Mar 13, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Human Relations Commission

Rapid Response Network presentation on Know Your Rights

The commission will hear a presentation on Know Your Rights and an overview of the Santa Clara County Rapid Response Network. They will also receive an update on the Community Needs Assessment and discuss the first signature event theme, 'Allies in Training: Building a Better Community.' The consent calendar includes approval of meeting minutes from December 2024 and January 2025.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
4 yea · 1 absent
Nenuca Syquia yea · Venkata Siva Ramisetty yea · Claudia Camacho yea · Esther Rosenfeld absent · Maria Paulina Zapata yea
Wed Mar 12, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

Commission to discuss budget proposals and 2026 study issues

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a study session to discuss budget proposals and the process for study issues. The body will also review proposed study issues for the 2026 calendar year.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Wed Mar 12, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Sunnyvale to decide on 7-foot fence permit

The Zoning Administrator will consider a request to approve a 7-foot 8.5-inch wooden fence at 1128 Spinosa Drive. The project is subject to a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) exemption.

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Teleconference: City Web Stream
Wed Mar 12, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission meeting cancelled

The regular Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for March 12, 2025 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 9, 2025.

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Mon Mar 10, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to receive housing law training and discuss study issues

The Planning Commission will hold a study session on housing law training (item 25-0408) at 6 PM, followed by a regular meeting at 7 PM. The consent calendar includes approval of meeting minutes from February 24, 2025. An information-only report (25-0410) lists proposed study issues for calendar year 2026. No public hearings on specific development projects or rezoning are scheduled.

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Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
4 yea · 2 absent · 1 abstain
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis abstain · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne absent · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla yea · Ilan Sigura absent
Thu Mar 6, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Charter Review Committee

Charter Review Committee to discuss possible charter amendments

The Charter Review Committee will meet to review the Sunnyvale City Charter and identify potential amendments. This is a discussion and review session; no final decisions are expected at this meeting.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Wed Mar 5, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Heritage Preservation Commission

Heritage Preservation Commission meeting canceled for March 5, 2025

The regular meeting of the Heritage Preservation Commission scheduled for March 5, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 2, 2025.

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Tue Mar 4, 2025 · 6:00 PM

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

City Council to hold community meeting on Hollenbeck Bike Lane Study

The City Council and Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission will hold a community meeting to discuss the Hollenbeck Bike Lane Study. This is a special meeting focused on this specific transportation project.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Mon Mar 3, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Board to approve February meeting minutes and hear library updates

The Sunnyvale Board of Library Trustees will approve the minutes from their February 3, 2025 meeting and receive presentations on the Lakewood Branch Library and Learning Center. The meeting will also include a study session and public comments.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
4 yea · 1 absent
Sharlene Wang yea · Meena Juttukonda absent · Yael Hod yea · Carter Hu yea · David Liu yea
Thu Feb 27, 2025 · 6:00 PM

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

City Council to host Hollenbeck Bike Lane Study community meeting

The City Council will host a community meeting on February 27, 2025, to discuss the Hollenbeck Bike Lane Study. The meeting will be held online and at the Redwood Conference Room at City Hall.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Thu Feb 27, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Charter Review Committee

Review and discuss amendments to the Sunnyvale City Charter

The Charter Review Committee will review and discuss the Sunnyvale City Charter to identify potential amendments. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from its February 6 meeting. No decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion item.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
7 yea · 3 absent
Galen Kim Davis yea · Kathryn Filley absent · Gustav Larsson yea · David Newswanger absent · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne yea · Gail Rubino absent · Barry Vickrey yea · Kristel Wickham yea
Thu Feb 27, 2025 · 6:30 PM

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

Community meeting on public safety, emergency preparedness, crime prevention

This is a special community meeting for residents to learn about the Department of Public Safety, emergency/disaster preparedness, and crime prevention tips. A quorum of the City Council may be present, but no formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is informational only.

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Web Stream and Ballroom, Senior Center, 550 E. Remington Dr., Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Thu Feb 27, 2025 · 6:00 PM

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

Hollenbeck Bike Lane Study meeting canceled, rescheduled to March 4

The City of Sunnyvale has canceled the Hollenbeck Bike Lane Study Community Meeting originally scheduled for February 27, 2025. The meeting is rescheduled to Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 6 p.m. in the Redwood Conference Room. This notice serves to inform the public of the date change.

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Wed Feb 26, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Housing and Human Services Commission

Commission to review CDBG and General Fund human services funding proposals

The Housing and Human Services Commission will hold a study session to review CDBG and General Fund Human Services and CDBG/HOME Capital Project funding proposals. The consent calendar includes approving minutes from January 22, 2025. Commissioners will also consider proposed study issues for calendar year 2026.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
4 yea · 2 absent · 1 abstain
Scott Duncan yea · Carol Weiss yea · Jim Davis abstain · Morgan Friedlander yea · Ken Hiremath absent · Leesa Riviere absent · Commissioner Steward yea
Wed Feb 26, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator Hearing cancelled for Feb 26

This meeting has been cancelled. The next Zoning Administrator hearing is tentatively scheduled for March 12, 2025.

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Tue Feb 25, 2025 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider modifying relocation assistance for no-fault evictions

The City Council will hold a study session on the multi-family dwelling bulky item program. During the regular meeting, the council will consider a public hearing on potential modifications to relocation assistance requirements for residential tenant protections, with options including no change or increasing relocation payments. The consent calendar includes a $2.56 million sewer system contract, a $2.5 million computer equipment purchase, and other routine approvals.

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Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0351 — approved
5 yea · 2 nay
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan nay · Charlsie Chang nay · Eileen Le yea
The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Feb 24, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Commission considers retail preservation and below market rate housing changes

The Planning Commission will discuss modifying requirements for qualified retail preservation projects and establishing a retail preservation incentive program for village center sites. The body will also review a residential addition request and 2026 study issues.

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Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
6 yea · 1 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis absent · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla yea · Ilan Sigura yea
25-0191 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis absent · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla yea · Ilan Sigura yea
Thu Feb 20, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

BPAC to discuss Caltrain station access and TDA projects

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission will review a study on access improvements at the Sunnyvale Caltrain Station and discuss projects for a Transportation Development Act application. The body will also consider adopting VTA bicycle technical guidelines as a city standard.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0374 — voted
5 yea · 1 absent · 1 nay
Bryce Beagle yea · Arwen Davé yea · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota absent · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman yea · Jonathan Wilson nay
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Feb 19, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Arts Commission

Arts Commission will consider potential study issues and approve meeting minutes

The commission will vote to approve the minutes from the January 15, 2025 meeting. It will discuss the "Hands On The Arts 2025" event and consider potential study issues presented in the Study Issues Overview report. All items on the consent calendar will be approved unless a commissioner or the public requests discussion.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0300 — approved
3 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Agnes Veith yea · Kathryn Filley nay · Dawna Eskridge yea · Molly Kauffman yea · Winnie Lam absent
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Feb 19, 2025 · 6:00 PM

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

Sunnyvale City Council holds community meeting on Orchard Heritage Park and Museum Study

The City Council will hold a special community meeting to discuss the Orchard Heritage Park and Museum Study Issue. A quorum of the City Council, Heritage Preservation Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Sustainability Commission may be present. The public can attend online or in person at City Hall to learn more and provide input.

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Online and Bay Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Tue Feb 18, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Sustainability Commission

Commission will review the 2023 GHG Inventory Climate Action Playbook update.

The Sustainability Commission will present the SVCE Program Update (item 25-0341). It will hold a study session to discuss the Climate Action Playbook update based on the 2023 greenhouse‑gas inventory (item 25-0342). The commission will vote to approve the meeting minutes from January 21, 2025 (item 25-0332). Additional items include a standing discussion of potential study issues and an information‑only report on the updated Annual Work Plan for February 2025.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
approved
4 yea · 2 absent · 1 abstain
Tonya Veitch yea · Jeffery Nabhan yea · Cortney Jansen absent · Douglas Kunz yea · Bobbykin Makwana absent · Richard Parenteau abstain · Kristina Pistone yea
Thu Feb 13, 2025 · 8:30 AM

City Council

City Council to review and rank budget proposals

The City Council is holding a special workshop to discuss and rank study issues and budget proposals. This process follows a public hearing held on January 14, 2025.

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Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
voted
132 yea · 8 nay
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein nay · Linda Sell nay · Alysa Cisneros nay · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan nay · Charlsie Chang nay · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein nay · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan nay · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang nay · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea · Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Feb 13, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Human Relations Commission

Sunnyvale Human Relations Commission meeting canceled

The regular Human Relations Commission meeting scheduled for February 13, 2025 has been canceled. The next regular meeting is set for March 13, 2025.

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Wed Feb 12, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

Commission to consider lowering speed limits near parks, ice skating rink, and street trees initiatives

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a study session on a Recreation Scholarship Report and a Special Events Report. The commission will then consider potential study issues, including implementing California AB 43 to lower speed limits adjacent to parks, a temporary ice skating rink in Downtown Park, and street trees for improved traffic safety. They will also approve minutes from January 8, 2025, and review proposed study issues for calendar year 2026.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0313 — approved on the Consent Calendar
5 yea
David Kesting yea · Dona Mason yea · Daniel Bremond yea · Prashant Gattani yea · Prakash Giri yea
Wed Feb 12, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Special Development Permit for on‑sale alcohol at 240 S. Taaffe St.

The Zoning Administrator Hearing will consider a Special Development Permit (SDP) for a restaurant at 240 S. Taaffe Street, Suite J134, to allow on‑sale general alcoholic beverages with on‑site consumption on an outdoor covered patio. The applicant is Sunny Tam, owned by STC Venture Block 3RWS LLC, and the project is classified under DSP‑18 of the Downtown Specific Plan. The recommendation is to approve the SDP with conditions outlined in Attachment 3.

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Teleconference: City Web Stream
Mon Feb 10, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to recommend updates to ADU rules to match state law

The Planning Commission will consider and recommend to the City Council an ordinance updating accessory dwelling unit (ADU) rules per recent state legislation. They will also discuss potential changes to relocation assistance requirements for tenants facing no-fault evictions. Additionally, they are set to approve a design review for a home addition at 721 Harvard Ave and consider proposed study issues for 2026.

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Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
7 yea
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla yea · Ilan Sigura yea
25-0107 — approved
7 yea
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla yea · Ilan Sigura yea
25-0254 — approved
7 yea
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla yea · Ilan Sigura yea
Thu Feb 6, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Charter Review Committee

Charter Review Committee to discuss work plan and scope

The Charter Review Committee will meet to establish its operational foundation. The body will select leadership and determine its meeting schedule and work plan.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0016 — voted
20 yea · 2 absent
Galen Kim Davis yea · Kathryn Filley yea · Gustav Larsson yea · David Newswanger absent · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne yea · Gail Rubino yea · Paulette Saldanha yea · Barry Vickrey yea · Kristel Wickham yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Kathryn Filley yea · Gustav Larsson yea · David Newswanger absent · Timothy Oey yea · Ken Olevson yea · Martin Pyne yea · Gail Rubino yea · Paulette Saldanha yea · Barry Vickrey yea · Kristel Wickham yea
Wed Feb 5, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Heritage Preservation Commission

Sunnyvale Heritage Preservation Commission meeting canceled

The regular February 5, 2025 meeting of the Heritage Preservation Commission has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 5, 2025.

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Tue Feb 4, 2025 · 5:30 PM

City Council

Council to re-zone numerous properties to residential zoning districts

The council will hold a study session on pavement management, then consider a consent calendar that includes four ordinances re-zoning dozens of properties from industrial and office districts to residential districts, award contracts for water plant upgrades and levee rehabilitation totaling over $1.4 million, and approve a $600,000 purchase agreement for industrial supplies. A public hearing will also select a name for a new park at 1142 Dahlia Court.

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Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0001 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0031 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0211 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0130 — approved with modifications
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
Mon Feb 3, 2025 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to interview candidates for Library Trustees

This special meeting consists solely of a study session to interview candidates for the Board of Library Trustees. No votes or other business are scheduled. The public may comment on the interviews.

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Online and Cottonwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Mon Feb 3, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Library trustees to hear presentations on Silicon Valley Reads and sustainability

The Board of Library Trustees will hold a study session featuring presentations on Silicon Valley Reads and sustainability initiatives. The board will also consider a consent calendar to approve the minutes from January 6, 2025, and discuss potential future study issues.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
3 yea · 1 absent
Sharlene Wang yea · Meena Juttukonda yea · Yael Hod absent · Carter Hu yea
Thu Jan 30, 2025 · 8:30 AM

City Council

Council retreat to discuss governance roles and strategic priorities

The Sunnyvale City Council is holding a special retreat meeting to focus on governance roles, the Brown Act, and next steps in the strategic prioritization process. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled; the session is a discussion and workshop for councilmembers.

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Meeting Room, Sunnyvale Historical Museum, 570 E. Remington Dr., Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Wed Jan 29, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Hearing on use permit for Buddhist Community Center at 1211 E. Arques Avenue

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a use permit for a community-serving place of assembly. The proposal is for a Buddhist Community Center located in an Industrial and Service/Places of Assembly zoning district.

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Teleconference: City Web Stream
Wed Jan 29, 2025 · 7:00 PM

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

Community meeting on restoring wetlands for climate resilience

This is a special community meeting notice for a Sustainability Speaker Series presentation on restoring wetlands for climate resilience. A quorum of the City Council and Sustainability Commission may be present, but no formal decisions are scheduled. The meeting is online only.

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Online Event: City Web Stream
Tue Jan 28, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

Council to vote on rezoning 27 non-conforming residential sites citywide

At its regular meeting, the Sunnyvale City Council will hold a public hearing on a package of General Plan and zoning amendments for 27 sites with legal non-conforming single- and two-family dwellings, plus additional Industrial to Residential rezonings. The council will also consider three contracts: $396,438 for vegetation maintenance at the water pollution control plant, $1,270,500 for a data center colocation facility, and $1,399,274.55 for software subscriptions. Earlier in the evening, a closed session will discuss potential litigation regarding a project at 1250 Oakmead Parkway, and a study session will review an Outdoor Sports Assessment Study.

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Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0101 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0199 — approved
7 yea
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros yea · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
Mon Jan 27, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews 80‑unit townhouses and 162‑unit apartments at 777 Saratoga Rd

The Sunnyvale Planning Commission will hold a study session and public hearing on a proposed redevelopment of a 5.24‑acre commercial site at 777 Sunnyvale Saratoga Road. The agenda includes a Special Development Permit for 80 townhouses and 162 apartments, and a Tentative Tract Map to create 19 lots and 80 condominiums. Commissioners will also approve the minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting and receive an information‑only report on proposed study issues for 2026.

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Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
5 yea · 1 abstain · 1 absent
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla abstain · Ilan Sigura absent
Thu Jan 23, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Heritage Preservation Commission

Commission to review draft study on updating heritage inventory for tech innovation sites

The Heritage Preservation Commission will receive the Public Review Draft of a study to update the city's Heritage Resource Inventory, specifically targeting potential resources associated with technological innovation. The commission will also select and rank study issues for future work, and approve the minutes from the December 4, 2024 meeting.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0056 — approved
4 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay
Sue-Ellen Johnson yea · Aaron Sofaer absent · William Garrett yea · Charles McManis nay · Ashmita Rajkumar absent · Parthiv Rawal yea · Pamela Sharma yea
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Jan 22, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Housing and Human Services Commission

Commission considers maintaining current tenant relocation assistance levels

The Housing and Human Services Commission will discuss potential modifications to residential tenant protection requirements. The body will also review 2025 study issues and two council policies regarding board and commission members.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W Olive Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0066 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent · 2 nay
Scott Duncan yea · Carol Weiss yea · Jim Davis absent · Morgan Friedlander nay · Ken Hiremath nay · Leesa Riviere absent · Commissioner Steward yea
25-0074 — approved
4 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay
Scott Duncan yea · Carol Weiss yea · Jim Davis absent · Morgan Friedlander yea · Ken Hiremath nay · Leesa Riviere absent · Commissioner Steward yea
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jan 21, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Sustainability Commission

Commission to rank 2025 study issues and update work plan

The Sustainability Commission will discuss and rank potential study issues for 2025, and receive an updated annual work plan. There are no public hearings or budget items; the consent calendar includes approval of the December 2024 meeting minutes. The meeting is largely procedural and planning-focused.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
approved
30 yea · 12 absent
Tonya Veitch yea · Jeffery Nabhan yea · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz yea · Bobbykin Makwana absent · Richard Parenteau absent · Kristina Pistone yea · Tonya Veitch yea · Jeffery Nabhan yea · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz yea · Bobbykin Makwana absent · Richard Parenteau absent · Kristina Pistone yea · Tonya Veitch yea · Jeffery Nabhan yea · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz yea · Bobbykin Makwana absent · Richard Parenteau absent · Kristina Pistone yea · Tonya Veitch yea · Jeffery Nabhan yea · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz yea · Bobbykin Makwana absent · Richard Parenteau absent · Kristina Pistone yea · Tonya Veitch yea · Jeffery Nabhan yea · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz yea · Bobbykin Makwana absent · Richard Parenteau absent · Kristina Pistone yea · Tonya Veitch yea · Jeffery Nabhan yea · Cortney Jansen yea · Douglas Kunz yea · Bobbykin Makwana absent · Richard Parenteau absent · Kristina Pistone yea
Fri Jan 17, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Human Relations Commission

Commission to rank proposed 2025 study issues

The Human Relations Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and rank proposed study issues for 2025. This process determines which topics the commission will prioritize for research or analysis in the coming year.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0202 — took action
6 yea · 4 absent
Nenuca Syquia yea · Venkata Siva Ramisetty yea · Claudia Camacho absent · Esther Rosenfeld absent · Maria Paulina Zapata yea · Nenuca Syquia yea · Venkata Siva Ramisetty yea · Claudia Camacho absent · Esther Rosenfeld absent · Maria Paulina Zapata yea
Thu Jan 16, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

Commission will rank 2025 bicycle and pedestrian study issues

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission will approve the minutes from its November 21, 2024 meeting. It will rank the 2025 study issues and discuss a recent Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting. The commission will also consider potential study issues and review informational reports such as the BPAC 2025 Draft Annual Work Plan and the Active Items List for January 2025.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0204 — voted
13 yea · 4 nay · 3 absent · 1 abstain
Bryce Beagle nay · Arwen Davé nay · Alex Bonne nay · Geeta Gollakota absent · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman abstain · Jonathan Wilson nay · Bryce Beagle yea · Arwen Davé yea · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota absent · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman yea · Jonathan Wilson yea · Bryce Beagle yea · Arwen Davé yea · Alex Bonne yea · Geeta Gollakota absent · Dan Hafeman yea · Leia Mehlman yea · Jonathan Wilson yea
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Jan 15, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Arts Commission

Arts Commission will consider and rank 2025 study issues

The commission will approve the meeting minutes from November 20, 2024. It will rank the 2025 study issues and consider potential study issues for the city. A proposed study for calendar year 2026 will also be presented. Public comment will be limited to agenda items.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0078 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Agnes Veith yea · Kathryn Filley yea · Dawna Eskridge yea · Molly Kauffman yea · Winnie Lam absent
25-0079 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Agnes Veith yea · Kathryn Filley yea · Dawna Eskridge yea · Molly Kauffman yea · Winnie Lam absent
Wed Jan 15, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Zoning Administrator Hearing

Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator hearing canceled

The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for January 15, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for January 29, 2025.

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Tue Jan 14, 2025 · 5:30 PM

City Council

Council to hold closed session on police union contract

The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the Public Safety Officers Association. In the regular meeting, the council will consider adopting the 2023 Santa Clara County Multijurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, amending a contract for IT temporary staffing, and appointing a member to the NOVA Workforce Board. A public hearing will be held on 2025 community events and neighborhood grant program applications, and councilmembers may propose new study issues or budget proposals for the year.

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Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0053 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0179 — approved with modifications
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
25-0170 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Larry Klein yea · Linda Sell yea · Alysa Cisneros absent · Richard Mehlinger yea · Murali Srinivasan yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Eileen Le yea
Mon Jan 13, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Planning Commission

Commission to recommend citywide rezonings for 27 legal non-conforming homes

The Planning Commission will consider recommending to City Council a package of General Plan amendments and rezonings for 27 legal non-conforming single- and two-family dwellings across Sunnyvale. This includes property at 591 S. Murphy Ave., four on N. Pastoria Ave., and 22 sites on Charles, Waverly, Iowa, Florence, and Oxbow Court. The commission will also hear a project for six single-family homes at 640 Lakehaven Drive and select study issues for 2025.

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Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-0073 — denied
4 nay · 2 yea · 1 absent
Nathan Iglesias nay · Galen Kim Davis nay · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne nay · Michael Serrone nay · Neela Shukla absent · Ilan Sigura yea
25-0073 — approved
34 yea · 6 absent · 2 nay
Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla absent · Ilan Sigura yea · Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla absent · Ilan Sigura yea · Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla absent · Ilan Sigura yea · Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis nay · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne nay · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla absent · Ilan Sigura yea · Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla absent · Ilan Sigura yea · Nathan Iglesias yea · Galen Kim Davis yea · Chris Figone yea · Martin Pyne yea · Michael Serrone yea · Neela Shukla absent · Ilan Sigura yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jan 9, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Human Relations Commission

Commission to discuss study rankings and approve immigrant‑rights event theme

The Sunnyvale Human Relations Commission will consider several items at its Jan 9, 2025 meeting. It will vote to approve the minutes from the Dec 12, 2024 meeting. Commissioners will rank proposed 2025 study issues and receive an update on the Community Needs Assessment. The commission will discuss and may approve the first signature‑event theme, “Know Your Rights as an Immigrant.”

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Thu Jan 9, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Human Relations Commission

Sunnyvale Human Relations Commission meeting canceled

The January 9, 2025 regular meeting of the Human Relations Commission has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided. The next meeting is scheduled for February 13, 2025.

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Wed Jan 8, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks Commission to discuss naming new park at 1142 Dahlia Court

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss and make a recommendation to the City Council regarding naming the new city park at 1142 Dahlia Court (Corn Palace). They will also rank proposed study issues for 2025 and receive an information report on proposed study issues for 2026. The consent calendar includes approving the December 11, 2024 meeting minutes.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
5 yea
David Kesting yea · Dona Mason yea · Daniel Bremond yea · Prashant Gattani yea · Prakash Giri yea
25-0052 — approved
5 yea
David Kesting yea · Dona Mason yea · Daniel Bremond yea · Prashant Gattani yea · Prakash Giri yea
25-0062 — approved
5 yea
David Kesting yea · Dona Mason yea · Daniel Bremond yea · Prashant Gattani yea · Prakash Giri yea
Tue Jan 7, 2025 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council certifies election results, swears in new members and mayor

The City Council will certify the November 5, 2024 election results for Districts 2, 4, and 6 and the Office of Mayor, followed by recognition of outgoing councilmembers and administration of the oath of office to incoming members and the mayor. The Council will also select a vice mayor for a one-year term, appoint councilmembers to intergovernmental assignments and subcommittees, and determine 2025 seating arrangements. Consent calendar includes approval of the regular meeting calendar from March 2025 through March 2026.

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Online and Council Chambers, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Mon Jan 6, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Board to hear presentation on senior services; approve minutes

The Board of Library Trustees will hold a study session featuring a presentation on Senior Services (item 25-0028). Under the consent calendar, they will consider approving the minutes from the December 2, 2024 meeting. The agenda also includes oral communications and a standing item on potential study issues.

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Online and Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
5 yea
Sharlene Wang yea · Meena Juttukonda yea · Charlsie Chang yea · Yael Hod yea · Carter Hu yea
Wed Jan 1, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Heritage Preservation Commission

Heritage Preservation Commission meeting canceled

The Heritage Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for January 1, 2025, was canceled. The next meeting is set for January 23, 2025.

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