Sunnyvale public meetings in 2025
229 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
- Meeting canceled for December 24, 2025
- Next meeting tentatively scheduled for January 14, 2026
Planning Commission
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.
- Meeting canceled
- Next meeting tentatively scheduled for January 12, 2026
- Contact: City of Sunnyvale Community Development Department Planning Division at 408-730-7440
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
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.
- Approve November 20, 2025 meeting minutes
- Review City Code of Ethics for officials
- Discuss priority project idea for City Council
- Review 2025 Annual Work Plan
- Review Active Items List for December 2025
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Arts Commission
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.
- Meeting canceled for Dec. 17, 2025
- Next meeting scheduled for Jan. 21, 2026
- Location: Redwood Room, 456 W. Olive Ave.
Housing and Human Services Commission
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.
- Meeting canceled for Dec. 16, 2025
- Next special meeting: Jan. 6, 2026
- Next regular meeting: Feb. 25, 2026
Sustainability Commission
The regular meeting of the Sustainability Commission scheduled for December 15, 2025, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed.
Human Relations Commission
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.
- Discussion and possible recommendation of one priority project idea to the City Council
- Annual review of the City Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected and appointed officials
- Community Needs Assessment Update
- Approval of November 13, 2025 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Parks and Recreation Commission
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.
- Approve Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes of November 12, 2025 (item 25-1136)
- Approve 2026 Annual Work Plan (item 25-1137)
- Oral Communications: limited public comment (no action on unlisted items)
- Consent calendar items to be acted on by a single motion
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
- Tentative Parcel Map to subdivide 1027 W. El Camino Real into two lots
- Special Development Permit for a Public Service Building at 298 S. Sunnyvale Avenue
- Public Service Building Use within an existing office building with no exterior modifications
- Class 1 and Class 15 Categorical Exemptions for environmental review
- Teleconference meeting via Zoom for public participation
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.
- Approved Tentative Parcel Map Permit for 1027 W. El Camino Real (Alternative 1)
- Approved Special Development Permit for 298 S. Sunnyvale Avenue with corrected conditions (Alternative 2)
Parks and Recreation Commission
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.
- No items were discussed or decided due to cancellation.
City Council
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.
- Development agreement, site master plan, and special development permit for a 4.99-acre site at 333-385 Moffett Park Drive to demolish two buildings and construct a new three-level office/R&D building over a three-level podium (applicant: Ellis Partners; owner: BEP Moffett Park LLC).
- Award of $2,317,000 contract to Western Water Constructors, Inc. for Water Pollution Control Plant Digester No. 3 Improvement Project.
- Amend service agreement with Haute Cuisine, Inc. for Senior Center Lunch Program, increasing contract to $297,000 and extending term through January 25, 2027.
- Authorize $647,023.38 in purchase orders to Pivot Interiors for Lakewood Branch Library and Learning Center furniture.
- Adopt resolution updating pay rates for casual/temporary classifications to reflect January 1, 2026 Sunnyvale minimum wage of $19.50 per hour.
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.
- Approved agenda items 1.A‑1.J (including $2,317,000 water contract, $647,023.38 library furniture order, $297,000 senior center contract) (6‑0)
- Approved Sunnyvale Financing Authority meeting minutes (6‑0)
- Adopted classification adding Public Safety Media and Engagement Manager position
- Updated casual/temporary pay rates to $19.50/hr effective Jan 1 2026
- Awarded $2,317,000 contract to Western Water Constructors with CEQA categorical exemption
- Amended Haute Cuisine senior‑center services agreement to $297,000 total
- Authorized purchase orders totaling $647,023.38 to Pivot Interiors for library furniture
- Budget Modification No. 10 failed (2‑4) – proposed $1 M additions to Stabilization and Infrastructure Funds and $2 M pension contribution reduction
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
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.
- Annual review of the City Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected and appointed officials (item 25-0990)
- Approve Planning Commission meeting minutes of November 24, 2025 (item 25-1129)
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar revision to omit template text (6‑0)
- Approved November 24, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (6‑0)
- Recommended Code of Ethics Alternative 1 to City Council (6‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Charter Review Committee
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.
- Approve Charter Review Committee Meeting Minutes of November 6, 2025 (item 25-05121.A)
- Approve Charter Review Committee Report 25-05592 (staff makes no recommendation)
- Consent calendar items to be acted on by a single motion
- Oral communications: public comment limited to 15 minutes, max three minutes per speaker
- Public hearing/general business item: report approval
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.
- Approved November 6, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved draft charter report sections I, II, III.3, IV, V and Attachment 9 (10-0)
- Approved revised compensation language in Charter Section 605 (10-0)
- Approved remainder of Section III.1 and Section II.1 as presented (10-0)
- Approved City Council Vacancies sections II.2 and III.2 with amendments (10-0)
- Approved City Manager settlement authority limit range $100,000‑$150,000, up to $150,000 (10-0)
- Approved Public Works Contracting sections II.5 and III.5, staff directive, and Attachment 6 (10-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Heritage Preservation Commission
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.
- Approve draft Heritage Preservation Commission meeting minutes of November 5, 2025
- Discussion and possible recommendation of a City Council priority project idea
- Public comment on agenda items and non-agenda items
- Meeting held at City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
- Meeting held online via Zoom
City Council
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.
- Discuss and potentially adopt a 2026-2030 Strategic Plan to End Homelessness
- Approve Option 2B to remove on-street parking on east side of Hollenbeck Avenue between Danforth Drive and The Dalles Avenue and install Class II bicycle lanes between Danforth Drive and Alberta Avenue (unfunded)
- Modify purchase agreement with Chemtrade Chemicals US LLC for aluminum sulfate, increasing not-to-exceed amount from $245,000 to $545,000
- Adopt Ordinance No. 3249-25 awarding a 15-year extension to an existing non-exclusive franchise for nitrogen gas distribution by Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.
- Adopt resolution designating authorized agents for applying to Cal OES for emergency financial assistance in declared emergencies
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.
- Commission recommends adopting Five‑Year Strategic Plan to End Homelessness (5‑2)
- City Council directs staff to present updated plan in first half of 2026 (7‑0)
- Council approves consent‑calendar items 1.A, 1.D, 1.E (7‑0)
- Council authorizes Chemtrade purchase‑agreement increase to $545,000 for aluminum sulfate (7‑0)
- Council adopts resolution approving Cal OES Form 130 and agent designation (7‑0)
- Council adopts ordinance extending Air Products nitrogen‑gas franchise for 15 years (7‑0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Housing and Human Services Commission
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.
- Discussion and potential action on adopting a draft Five-Year Strategic Plan to End Homelessness (2026-2030)
- Two alternatives presented: adoption by the Commission with recommendation to Council, or direct adoption by City Council
- Special joint meeting format with both bodies present
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.
- Commission recommended adopting draft Five‑Year Strategic Plan to End Homelessness with six amendments – passed 5‑2
- Council directed staff to return with updated draft and agenda item in first half of 2026 – passed 7‑0
Board of Library Trustees
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.
Community Event and Neighborhood Grant Distribution Subcommittee
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.
- Review of calendar year 2025 grants and consideration of 2026 Community Events and Neighborhood Grant Program applications, with a recommendation to Council on funding levels
- Approval of the August 6, 2025 subcommittee meeting 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.
- Approved August 6, 2025 subcommittee meeting minutes (3‑0)
- Recommended Council approve 2026 grant funding levels (2‑0, 1 abstention)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Housing and Human Services Commission
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.
- Meeting canceled for Nov. 26, 2025
- Next meeting scheduled for Feb. 25, 2026
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
- Use permit (PLNG-2025-0318) for vocal instruction studio at 510 Lawrence Expressway, Suite 224, within MS-POA zoning
- Applicant: Di Hong; Owner: Lawrence Commercial Center LLC
- Class 1 Categorical Exemption from CEQA
- Recommendation: Approve with findings (Attachment 2) and conditions (Attachment 3)
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.
- Approved Use Permit for vocal instruction studio (Alternative 2) with updated conditions
Planning Commission
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.
- Study session on 5 town-home units at 1001 S Wolfe Road
- Study session on 329 townhomes at 510-920 De Guigne Drive
- Public hearing on Moffett Park office project at 333-385 Moffett Park Drive
- Approval of November 10, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
- Introduction of an ordinance for a Development Agreement with BEP Moffett Park LLC
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.
- Approved consent calendar (4‑0)
- Approved Planning Commission minutes of November 10, 2025
- Recommended Alternative 2 for Moffett Park project to City Council (4‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Housing and Human Services Commission
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.
- Approve the Draft 2026 Housing and Human Services Commission Annual Work Plan
- Discussion and possible recommendation of one Council Priority Project Idea to the City Council
- Approve meeting minutes from October 22, 2025
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (5-0)
- Approved October 22, 2025 commission minutes (5-0)
- Approved Draft 2026 Housing and Human Services Commission Annual Work Plan (5-0)
- Recommended Council Strategic Priority Project: study of accessible rental registry (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
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.
- Recommend to City Council concept plans from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station Pedestrian-Bicycle Access Study (DPW 20-02)
- Recommend including concept plans as unfunded projects in FY 2026/27 Budget
- Recommend to City Council to recommend to Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors approve improvements for Corridor 1A in County's right-of-way
- East Channel Trail Study (Study Session item 25-1092A)
- Approve BPAC 2026 Master Work Plan
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.
- Approve October 16, 2025 minutes (5‑yes, 0‑no, 1‑absent, 1‑abstain)
- Approve October 23, 2025 joint study session minutes (5‑yes, 0‑no, 1‑absent, 1‑abstain)
- Motion to approve Alternative 1 with modifications (outcome not recorded)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Arts Commission
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.
City Council
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.
- Authorize $499,565 contract for Public Safety Headquarters elevator repair
- Approve salary increases for Public Safety Captains and Deputy Chiefs
- Introduce 15-year extension for Air Products nitrogen gas franchise
- Approve Below Market Rate compliance plan for 1124 W. El Camino Real
- Approve City Council meeting minutes from October and November 2025
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.
- Initiated litigation under Section 54956.9 (vote 4‑1‑2)
- Approved Otis Elevator contract $454,150 and Budget Modification No. 9 $499,565 (5‑0)
- Adopted classification‑plan amendment creating GIS Coordinator position (5‑0)
- Approved MOU with Public Safety Managers’ Association and salary increases for Pay Plan Category M (5‑0)
- Approved BMR Alternative Compliance Plan for 1124 W. El Camino Real (5‑0)
- Approved City Council minutes for Oct 14, Oct 21, Oct 28, Nov 3, and Nov 4 (5‑0)
- Approved Small Business Saturday resolution (5‑0)
- Approved list of claims and bills for payment (5‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Sustainability Commission
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.
- Study session on Green Stormwater Infrastructure Plan Update
- Approval of 2026 Master Work Plan
- Discussion of potential Council priority project ideas
- Annual review of City Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials
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.
- Approved 2025 Sustainability Commission meeting minutes (Oct 20) – vote 7-0
- Approved joint study session minutes (Oct 23) with amendment – vote 6-0, 1 abstain
- Declared Commissioners will abide by the Code of Ethics – vote 7-0
- Motion to forward battery‑storage study for renters failed – vote 2-5
- Motion to forward natural‑grass athletic field pilot passed – vote 7-0
- Approved 2026 Draft Master Work Plan – vote 7-0
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Human Relations Commission
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.
- Approve 2026 Annual Work Plan
- Community Needs Assessment Update
- Discussion and possible recommendation of one priority project idea to City Council
- Presentation from Alzheimer's Association on mission and services
- Approve minutes of October 9, 2025
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.
- Approved October 9, 2025 Human Relations Commission minutes (6-0)
- Approved 2026 Annual Work Plan (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Commission
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.
- Study sessions on sports, aquatics, and youth/teen programs
- Approve Parks and Recreation Commission minutes of October 8, 2025
- Approve 2026 Master Work Plan (25-08362)
- Discussion and possible recommendation of one Council Priority Project Idea (25-10503)
- Information report: Proposed Study Issues for Calendar Year 2026 (25-08614)
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.
- Approved consent calendar (4 Yes, 0 No)
- Approved October 8, 2025 meeting minutes
- Deferred approval of 2026 Master Work Plan until December
- Approved recommendation for field and park usage data collection (4 Yes, 0 No)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
Planning Commission
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.
- Approve Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of October 27, 2025
- Approve the Draft 2026 Planning Commission Annual Work Plan
- Request to continue Moffett Park project hearing to November 24, 2025
- Discussion of a Council Priority Project Idea
- Moffett Park site development agreement and special development permit
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (Yes: 5, No: 0)
- Approved Planning Commission meeting minutes of October 27, 2025
- Approved Draft 2026 Planning Commission Annual Work Plan
- Continued public hearing on Moffett Park project to November 24, 2025
- Recommended City Council consider universal-design housing CPP (Yes: 5, No: 0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Charter Review Committee
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.
- Discuss and provide feedback on subcommittee draft report regarding City Council vacancies (Item 25-10552)
- Discuss and provide feedback on subcommittee draft report regarding City Council compensation (Item 25-10563)
- Approve meeting minutes from September 25, 2025 (Item 25-02361.A)
- Approve meeting minutes from October 23, 2025 (Item 25-05881.B)
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.
- Approved September 25, 2025 minutes (8‑0 vote, 1 abstention)
- Approved October 23, 2025 minutes (8‑0 vote, 1 abstention)
- Consensus to set councilmember salary at $72,000
- Consensus to set mayor salary at $108,000
- Consensus to commence salary increases after the 2026 election, in January 2027
- Consensus to retain current charter language on cost‑of‑living adjustments
- Consensus to conduct professional polling on the charter amendment
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Heritage Preservation Commission
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.
- Preliminary direction on Study Issue CDD 19-04 to update the Historical Context Statement for Asian American and other minority contributions
- Approve the draft Heritage Preservation Commission 2026 Master Work Plan
- Annual review of the Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected and appointed officials
- Discussion and possible recommendation of one Council Priority Project Idea to the City Council
- Approve draft meeting minutes from October 1, 2025
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
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.
- Study session on Orchard Heritage Park and Heritage Park Museum (DPW 17-05)
- Authorize cost share and O&M agreements with Santa Clara Valley Water District for West Channel Joint Wall at Cleanwater Program
- Award contract to SSI Shredding, Inc. for $2,672,831.22 for pre-load compactor at SMaRT Station NextGen project (F26-020)
- Adopt resolution approving City Council Regular Meeting Calendar for April 2026 through March 2027
- Proclamation of World Town Planning Day
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.
- Approved payment of claims and bills (Item 1.A) – vote 5‑0, 2 absent
- Approved execution of cost‑share agreement for joint wall with Santa Clara Valley Water District (Item 1.B) – vote 5‑0, 2 absent
- Approved $2,672,831.22 contract with Shredding Systems Inc. and $175,850.09 contingency for SMaRT station (Item 1.C) – vote 5‑0, 2 absent
- Adopted Alternative 1 meeting calendar for April 2026‑March 2027 – vote 5‑0, 2 absent
- Changed scheduled regular meeting from March 17 2026 to March 10 2026 – vote 5‑0, 2 absent
- Rejected Alternative 2 meeting calendar – vote 2‑3, 2 absent
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Library Trustees
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.
- Approve Board of Library Trustees Meeting Minutes of October 6, 2025
- Discussion and Possible Recommendation of one Council Priority Project Idea
- Standing Item: Consideration of Potential Study Issues
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (5-0)
- Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Recommended Council Priority Project to expand library services (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
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.
- Board and Commission Interviews (Item 25-0044A)
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.
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
City Council
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.
- Discussion on modifying the Vision Zero Plan's guiding principle
- Award $345,000 contract to Carl Warren & Company for third-party claims administration
- Award $276,000 contract to Casey Printing for recreation activity guide services
- Authorize $449,775 purchase agreement with Trace3 for storage servers and maintenance
- Consider resolutions for CalPERS employer-paid member contributions and salary adjustments for unclassified department directors
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.
- Approved three‑year $345,000 contract with Carl Warren & Company (5‑0)
- Approved two‑year $276,000 contract with Casey Printing (5‑0)
- Approved five‑year $449,775.74 purchase agreement with Escape Velocity Holdings dba Trace3 (5‑0)
- Approved amendment to the Sunnyvale‑Mountain View SMaRT Station MOU (5‑0)
- Adopted new Vision Zero Guiding Principle: “Safety for all users is the top priority …” (5‑0)
- Approved Compensation Agreement to transfer public‑parking properties from Successor Agency to City (5‑0)
- Approved Successor Agency meeting minutes of September 9, 2025 (5‑0)
- Approved Alternative 2 resolution for the same compensation agreement by the Successor Agency (5‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
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.
- Public hearing on Special Development Permit and Vesting Tentative Map for 101 townhomes and 23,104 sq ft commercial building at 1119-1163 Lawrence Expressway
- Appeal of denied tree removal permit for 21-inch Fruitless Pear tree at 385 Redondo Terrace
- Study session on 28 townhome-style condominiums at 845 Stewart Drive
- Consent calendar: approval of October 13, 2025 meeting minutes
- Information only: proposed Planning Commission study issues for 2026
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (7‑0)
- Approved October 13, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
- Continued Public Hearing Agenda Item 3 to a date uncertain (7‑0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council: Community Meeting Notice
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.
- Sustainability Speaker Series topic: 'United for Disability and Climate Justice'
- Quorum of City Council, Human Relations Commission, and Sustainability Commission may be present
- Webinar registration link provided: https://bit.ly/SSSOctober272025
Charter Review Committee
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.
- Subcommittee draft report on Council Meeting Frequency (25-10021)
- Subcommittee draft report on Contracts for Public Works Projects (25-10032)
- Subcommittee draft report on City Manager Settlement Authority (25-10043)
- Community Survey Results (25-10184)
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.
- Set subcommittee report revision deadline to November 19, 2025
- Schedule Committee review of draft reports for December 4, 2025
Sustainability Commission
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.
- Study session on Climate Action Playbook: 2024 Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Game Plan 2028 FY 2024/25 Update (25-0993)
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.
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
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.
- Study Session – Climate Action Playbook: 2024 Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Game Plan 2028 FY 2024/25 Update (Item 25-0994)
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.
Housing and Human Services Commission
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.
- Annual review of City Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials (Item 25-10202) – opportunity to recommend changes to City Council
- Approve meeting minutes of September 24, 2025 (Item 25-10191.A)
- Standing item: Consideration of potential study issues
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (4‑yes, 0‑no, 2 abstain)
- Approved Code of Ethics and Conduct (6‑yes, 0‑no)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
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.
- Award a $645,791.50 contract to Columbia Electric, Inc. for pedestrian signal improvements, with a $64,579 (10%) construction contingency and a CEQA categorical exemption
- Award a $647,414 contract to Earl Adams Tile‑Coping + Plastering, Inc. for Columbia Middle School swimming pool infrastructure, with a $64,741.40 (10%) contingency and a $180,652 budget modification
- Amend the Strategic Economics, Inc. consultant agreement for an inclusionary housing feasibility study, increasing the not‑to‑exceed total to $361,090 and adding a $136,090 budget modification
- Adopt Ordinance No. 3247-25 to incorporate the 2025 California Fire Code into the Sunnyvale Municipal Code
- Approve the design to remove one southbound travel lane on Mathilda Avenue and install a Class IIB buffered bicycle lane, finding the action CEQA‑exempt
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.
- Approved City Council Meeting Minutes of September 30, 2025 (1.A)
- Approved List(s) of Claims and Bills for payment by the City Manager (1.B)
- Approved Budget Modification No. 8 to allocate $100,000 for SVCE electrification engagement (1.C)
- Approved amendment to Strategic Economics, Inc. contract for inclusionary housing study, increasing total to $361,090 and extending term (1.D)
- Awarded $645,791.50 contract to Columbia Electric, Inc. for pedestrian signal improvements (1.E)
- Awarded $647,414 contract to Earl Adams Tile‑Coping + Plastering, Inc. for Columbia Middle School pool infrastructure (1.F)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 3247-25 to adopt the 2025 California Fire Code with local amendments (1.H)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 3248-25 to adopt the 2025 California Building Code and related codes with local amendments (1.I)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Sustainability Commission
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.
- Review of 2026 Draft Master Work Plan
- Consideration of potential study issues
- Updated Annual Work Plan October 2025
- Approval of September 15, 2025 meeting minutes
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.
- Approved consent calendar items (Sept 15 & Sept 22 minutes) – vote 7-0
- Decided to review Draft 2026 Annual Work Plan at November meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
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.
- Recommendation to City Council for Hollenbeck Avenue bike lanes between Danforth Drive and Alberta Avenue, including removing on-street parking on the east side between Danforth Drive and The Dalles Avenue
- Study session on Sunnyvale Safe Routes to School Coordinator updates
- Discussion of recent Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) BPAC meeting
- Review of the BPAC 2025 Annual Work Plan
- Review of 2026 Proposed Study Issues
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.
- Approve September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
- Recommend City Council approve Option 1 Hollenbeck Avenue bike lane plan (5‑1, 1 absent)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Arts Commission
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.
- Approval of the 2026 Master Work Plan
- Public Art Annual Update
- Input for Annual Boards and Commissions Study Session
- Approval of August 20, 2025 meeting minutes
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.
- Approved consent calendar (5-0)
- Approved August 20, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved the 2026 Arts Commission Master Work Plan (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
- Use Permit (File #PLNG-2025-0437) for two Verizon Wireless telecommunication facilities at 295 West Evelyn Avenue (Sunnyvale Caltrain Station parking structure)
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.
- Approved Use Permit for two Verizon Wireless telecom poles with conditions (no vote recorded)
City Council
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.
- Closed session: Conference with real property negotiators
- Property: 295 S. Mathilda Avenue
- Agency Negotiator: Tim Kirby, City Manager
- Negotiating Parties: MidPen Housing Corporation
- Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment (Lease)
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.
Planning Commission
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.
- Study session for 4.99-acre site at 333-385 Moffett Park Drive: development agreement, site master plan, and special development permit to demolish two existing buildings and construct a three-level office/R&D building over a three-level podium
- Consent calendar: approve Planning Commission meeting minutes of September 8, 2025
- Information only: Planning Commission Proposed Study Issues for calendar year 2026
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (vote 6‑0)
- Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Human Relations Commission
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.
- LGBTQ Wellness Program and Services Overview
- Community Needs Assessment Update
- Discussion of the Draft Work Plan 2026
- Proposed Study Issues for Calendar Year 2026
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.
- Approved September 11, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0, Camacho absent)
- Approved 2026 Work Plan amendments: move Leadership Sunnyvale to July, schedule Novaworks for October, add Community Leaders presentation Sep 30 (6‑0, Camacho absent)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Commission
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.
- Preliminary Discussion of 2026 Master Work Plan (Item 25-0991)
- Study Session: Active Aging Week (Item 25-0969A) and Arts and Humanities Month (Item 25-0970B)
- Provide input for annual Boards and Commissions Study Session (Item 25-0971C)
- Approve minutes of September 10, 2025 meeting (Item 25-0972)
- Information report: Proposed Study Issues for Calendar Year 2026 (Item 25-0930)
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.
- Approved consent calendar (3-0)
- Approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes
- Carried forward 2026 Parks and Recreation Master Work Plan for further discussion
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Library Trustees
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.
- Approve Board of Library Trustees minutes of August 4, 2025 (25-0908)
- Study Session – Use of Data/Privacy (25-0936)
- Study Session – Library Collections Overview (25-0909)
- Study Session – Modernization and Expansion of Public Library Services (25-0937)
- Preliminary Discussion of 2026 Master Work Plan (25-0910)
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.
- Approved consent calendar (Yes: 3, No: 0)
- Approved August 4, 2025 meeting minutes (vote not recorded)
- Approved 2026 Master Work Plan (Yes: 3, No: 0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Charter Review Committee
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.
- Meeting canceled; no items were discussed or decided.
Heritage Preservation Commission
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.
- Landmark Alteration Permit for exterior modifications to a new Zareen's restaurant at 135 South Murphy Avenue (APN: 209-06-005)
- Approve draft meeting minutes of August 6, 2025
- Consideration of potential study issues (standing item)
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (including August 6 minutes) – vote 6-0
- Approved Landmark Alteration Permit for 135 S. Murphy Ave. – vote 6-0
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
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.
- Approve Salesforce CRM system contract up to $2.56M
- Approve Lakewood Library solar array Power Purchase Agreement
- Approve Murphy Avenue Pedestrian Mall improvements contract ($645K)
- Study session on Animal Control Services
- Closed session: City Manager performance evaluation
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.
- Approved consent calendar items 1.A‑1.F, 1.H‑1.K, 1.M (5‑0, 2 absent)
- Amended on‑call concrete repair services agreement with JJR Construction, increasing limit by $500,000 (5‑0, 2 absent)
- Awarded Catalyst Consulting Group CRM implementation contract ($800,945) and licensing/maintenance agreements up to $2,562,000 (5‑0, 2 absent)
- Awarded FBD Vanguard Construction contract for Murphy Avenue Pedestrian Mall ($597,099.63) and approved $48,107 budget modification (5‑0, 2 absent)
- Approved Power Purchase Agreement with Staten Solar for Lakewood Library solar array (5‑0, 2 absent)
- Authorized City Attorney to opt into the national opioid settlement (5‑0, 2 absent)
- Adopted City’s Investment Policy for FY 2025/26 (5‑0, 2 absent)
- Adopted resolution supporting reorganization of certain areas from Cupertino Sanitary District (5‑0, 2 absent)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Charter Review Committee
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.
- Discussion and possible action on a survey for community feedback on charter amendments related to council vacancies, compensation, and city manager claim settlement authority
- Discussion of timeline and recommended template for completing the Charter Review Committee report
- Approval of minutes from September 4, 2025 meeting
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.
- Approved the Charter Review Committee minutes of September 4, 2025 (9‑0)
- Revised Question 2C with expanded salary range options for Councilmembers and Mayor (8‑0)
- Removed survey questions 2E and 2F
- Removed the word “always” from response options for Question 1A
- Removed the “Another method” response option for Question 1A
- Moved median‑income information from Question 2B to the background section
- Revised Question 2B wording to “Which way of setting Councilmember and Mayor pay do you prefer?”
- Updated Section 3 background text and revised Question 3A response options
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Housing and Human Services Commission
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.
- Public hearing and vote on the 2024/25 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER)
- Approve meeting minutes of July 23, 2025
- Commission may propose new study issues for future consideration
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (5-0)
- Approved draft 2024/25 CAPER (Alternative 1) (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Zoning Administrator Hearing
The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for September 24, 2025 has been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively set for October 15, 2025.
- Meeting canceled; no items discussed or decided
Planning Commission
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.
City Council
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.
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.
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
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.
- Approve BPAC meeting minutes from August 21, 2025
- Report on recent VTA Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting
- Review 2025 Annual Work Plan
- Review Active Items List for September 2025
- Review 2026 Proposed Study Issues
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.
- Approved August 21, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission
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.
City Council: Community Meeting Notice
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.
- Special meeting on Orchard Heritage Park and Museum Study Issue
- City Council and commissions may be present
- Meeting held at City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave.
- Online meeting available via Zoom link
- ADA accommodations available upon request
Sustainability Commission
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.
- Study session for East Channel Trail Alternatives (25-0226)
- Review of Updated Annual Work Plan September 2025 (25-0919)
- Approval of August 18, 2025 meeting minutes
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.
- Approved August 18, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Human Relations Commission
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.
- Approve Human Relations Commission meeting minutes from August 14, 2025 (item 25-09001.A)
- Discussion of United Against Hate Week and planned community engagement events (item 25-09172)
- Consider potential study on addressing the surge of Jew‑hatred in Sunnyvale (item 25-08963)
- Consider potential study on the city’s flag‑raising policy (item 25-09014)
- Consider potential study on exploring youth representation on city commissions (item 25-09155)
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).
- Approved August 14, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
- Approved agenda item 1.A as submitted (5‑0)
- Added “Addressing the Surge of Jew‑Hatred…” study issue (5‑1)
- Added “Amend policy Manual to Include Religious Observances as Excused Absences” study issue (6‑0)
- Rejected “Flag Raising Policy” study issue (2‑4)
- Rejected “Exploring Youth Representation on City Commissions” study issue (2‑4)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Parks and Recreation Commission
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.
- Input on East Channel Trail Alternatives
- Tree Program discussion
- Preliminary discussion of 2026 Master Work Plan
- Annual Review of Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials
- Consideration of Comprehensive Field and Park Usage Data Collection
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.
- Approved consent calendar (4-0)
- Approved July 9, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved annual review of code of ethics for appointed officials (4-0)
- Adopted comprehensive field and park usage data collection study issue (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
- Special Development Permit to expand Gold Star Gymnasium at 721-727 Sunnyvale Saratoga Road (5.08-acre site)
- Use Permit for catering company with general liquor service at 1220 Oakmead Parkway
- Use Permit for Pilates studio at 500 Lawrence Expressway Unit H
- All projects recommended for approval by staff
- Class 1 Categorical Exemption for all three projects
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.
- Approved Special Development Permit for Gold Star Gymnastics expansion (Alternative 2)
- Approved Use Permit for Handheld Catering at 1220 Oakmead Parkway (Alternative 1)
- Approved Use Permit for Pilates studio at 500 Lawrence Expressway Unit H (Alternative 2)
City Council
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.
- Study session on new revenue strategies to fund service demands and capital investments
- Opt-in to Purdue Pharma/Sackler national opioid settlement as a non-litigating entity
- Increase legal contract for San Francisco Baykeeper litigation by $400,000 to $800,000
- Update on affordable housing project at 295 S. Mathilda Avenue with MidPen Housing
- Consider hosting semiquincentennial Fourth of July celebration with $400,000 budget
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.
- Approved agenda items 1.A‑1.I (consent calendar) with a 6‑0 vote (Councilmember Mehlinger absent)
- Authorized a $400,000 increase to the Stoel Rives outside‑counsel agreement (1.F)
- Authorized the City Attorney to sign the participation agreement for the National Opioid Settlement (1.H)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 3245‑25 establishing the Sunnyvale Industrial Development Authority (1.I)
- Rejected all proposals for the Computerized Maintenance Management System (1.E)
- Approved the amended June 17, 2025 council minutes and rescinded the July 1 action (1.A)
- Approved the August 26, 2025 council minutes (1.B)
- Received and filed the City’s Q2 2025 investment report (1.D)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Library Trustees
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.
Planning Commission
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.
- Special Development Permit modification and Vesting Tentative Map for condominium sales at 1104 and 1124 W El Camino Real (APNs 198-17-023 and 198-17-029)
- Project includes 111 residential condominium units, 1 commercial condominium unit, and 5 single-family lots on a 3.56-acre site
- Applicant: Jennifer Tersigni; Owner: P Brinkman Fam; Zoning: ECR-MU33 (El Camino Real - Mixed Use)
- CEQA determination: project consistent with El Camino Real Specific Plan EIR, no additional review required
- Consent calendar: approval of August 25, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (6-0)
- Approved Special Development Permit modification and new Vesting Tentative Map for 1104‑1124 W El Camino Real (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Charter Review Committee
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.
- Approve August 7, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discuss survey on potential charter amendments
- Public hearing on council vacancies and compensation
- Public hearing on public works delivery methods
- Public hearing on city manager claim settlement authority
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.
- Approved August 7 minutes (7‑0, 2 abstain)
- Amended survey: removed Q2E, revised demographics, added cost info (8‑0)
- Scheduled Charter Review Committee meeting for Sep 25, 2025 (8‑0)
- Rejected addition of question 1.C on appointment length (0‑8)
- Removed questions 4A and 4B from the survey (decision by poll)
- Cancelled the Oct 2 Charter Review Committee meeting (staff announcement)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Heritage Preservation Commission
This meeting was canceled; no items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 1, 2025.
Board of Library Trustees
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.
- Regular meeting canceled
Housing and Human Services Commission
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.
- Meeting canceled
- Next meeting scheduled for Oct. 22, 2025
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
City Council
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.
- Accept Google LLC's donation for Borregas Ave bike/pedestrian improvements (estimated cost $1,550,000) and CEQA exemption (25-03101.E)
- Adopt Ordinance No. 3244-25 amending Energy Code and Green Building standards for existing single‑family remodels (25-08771.G)
- Adopt a resolution prioritizing water and sewer services for affordable‑housing developments (25-07131.F)
- Adopt a resolution amending the City’s Civil Service Rules and Regulations (25-07673)
- Introduce an ordinance establishing the Sunnyvale Industrial Development Authority with CEQA exemption (25-08284)
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.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 3244-25 amending Energy and Green Building Codes (7‑0)
- Accept Google LLC's $1,550,000 donation for Borregas Ave bike/ped improvements (7‑0)
- Adopt policy prioritizing water and sewer services for affordable housing (7‑0)
- Amend Civil Service Rules to prohibit grandparent/grandchild employment (7‑0)
- Introduce ordinance establishing the Sunnyvale Industrial Development Authority (7‑0)
- Reinstate Leesa Riviere to the Housing and Human Services Commission (7‑0)
- Approve 2025 Public Health Goal Report on Water Quality and file with state board (7‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
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.
- Public hearing on appeal of design review permit for new home at 180 Donner Court
- Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from August 11, 2025
- Consideration of 2026 study issues for the Planning Commission
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (4‑yes, 0‑no, 3‑abstain)
- Approved Alternative 2 – Alternative 1 with 8‑foot fence condition for 180 Donner Court (7‑yes, 0‑no)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
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.
- Recommend to City Council approval of Design Alternative 1 to remove a southbound lane and install a Class IIB buffered bike lane on southbound Mathilda Avenue between Ahwanee/Almanor and Maude Avenue (CEQA exemption).
- Study Session: Active Transportation Plan Progress Update (item 25‑0876A).
- Consent calendar: approve the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission meeting minutes of July 17, 2025 (item 25‑08792.A).
- Report and discussion of recent Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting (item 25‑08803).
- Rescind July 17 action and select Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2025/26 (item 25‑08814).
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.
- Approved Design Alternative 1 for Mathilda Ave buffered bike lane (6‑0)
- Approved July 17, 2025 BPAC meeting minutes (5‑0)
- Rescinded July 17 action selecting chair and vice‑chair for FY 2025/26 (motion carried)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Arts Commission
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.
- Study session: Arts and Humanities Month Project Update (25-0680A)
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair (25-0802)
- Annual Review of Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials (25-0860)
- Approve Arts Commission meeting minutes of June 18, 2025 (consent calendar)
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.
- Approved consent calendar (5-0)
- Approved June 18, 2025 minutes (5-0)
- Confirmed Chair Veith and Vice Chair Filley (no vote required)
- Adopted Code of Ethics for officials (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Sustainability Commission
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.
- Approve July 21, 2025 Sustainability Commission minutes
- Recommendation to the Council Subcommittee on Board and Commission Effectiveness
- Consideration of Digital Infrastructure Sustainability Assessment as potential Study Issue
- Updated Annual Work Plan for August 2025
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.
- Approved consent calendar (item 25-0838) – vote 5-0, 1 abstain
- Dropped Digital Infrastructure Sustainability Assessment study issue (25-0841) – no motion
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Personnel Board
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.
- Approve meeting minutes of May 19, 2025
- Annual review of the Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Human Relations Commission
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.
- Community Needs Assessment Update
- Discussion and Direction on "Voices of Sunnyvale" Second Signature Event
- Study Issue Process Review
- Follow-up on proposed study issue from July 10, 2025 meeting
- Approval of July 10, 2025 meeting minutes
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.
- Approved July 10, 2025 Human Relations Commission minutes (4‑0, 2 absent)
- Changed event title to “Stories of Sunnyvale” (4‑0, 2 absent)
- Invited Commissioner Rosenfeld to submit study‑issue form by Aug 12 (no vote recorded)
- Noted that the religious‑holiday absences study will be considered in the Nov 18 joint session
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Commission
This regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2025.
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
City Council
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.
- Award contract to MCK Americas Inc. for $6,570,795.85 for Cleanwater Center project
- Approve 2025 Water Supply Agreement with San Francisco Public Utilities Commission
- Approve Interagency Recycled Water Service Agreement with Mountain View for LinkedIn Campus
- Introduce ordinance amending local energy and green building codes for residential remodels
- Approve Fifth Substantial Amendment to HUD Annual Action Plan for COVID-19 CARES Funds
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.
- Authorized City Attorney to file/defend appeal in San Francisco Baykeeper v. City of Sunnyvale (unanimous)
- Approved agenda items 1.A and 1.C on consent calendar (7‑0)
- Approved award of $6,570,795.85 contract to MCK Americas Inc. for Cleanwater Center (7‑0)
- Adopted resolutions for 2025 Water Supply Agreement and Tier 2 Drought Response Plan (7‑0)
- Approved Interagency Recycled Water Service Agreement with Mountain View (7‑0)
- Approved Fifth Substantial Amendment to 2019/20 HUD Action Plan (7‑0)
- Approved SMaRT Station® Merchant User Agreement with Cupertino (7‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
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.
- 838 Azure Street: Special Development Permit and Tentative Map for four two-story single-family homes on a 0.34-acre vacant lot (R-2/PD zone)
- 439 Nuestra Avenue: Design Review for a 193-square-foot first-story addition to an existing single-family home (R-0 zone)
- Approval of July 28, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes
- Information report: Planning Commission Proposed Study Issues for calendar year 2026
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.
- Approved Special Development Permit & Tentative Map for 838 Azure St (4-0)
- Approved Design Review for 439 Nuestra Ave addition (4-0)
- Approved July 28, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Charter Review Committee
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.
- Recommendation to not revise Charter Section 611 (Regular Meetings)
- Discussion of Charter Section 605 (Compensation)
- Discussion of Charter Section 606 (Vacancies)
- Discussion of Article 8 regarding City Manager authority to settle claims over $50,000
- Discussion of Charter Section 1309 regarding alternative project delivery methods for public works contracts
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Heritage Preservation Commission
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.
- Selection of Chair – item 25-07973
- Selection of Vice Chair – item 25-07984
- Approve draft minutes of June 4, 2025 meeting – item 25-07992
- Consent calendar items (single motion unless discussion requested)
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.
- Approved Draft Heritage Preservation Commission Minutes of June 4, 2025 (Yes: 4, No: 0, Abstain: 1)
- Selected Commissioner Garrett as Chair (Yes: 5, No: 0)
- Selected Commissioner Sharma as Vice Chair (Yes: 5, No: 0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Community Event and Neighborhood Grant Distribution Subcommittee
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.
- Approve the Community Event and Neighborhood Grant Distribution Subcommittee meeting minutes of December 6, 2024 (item 25-05891)
- Selection of Chair (item 25-05902)
- Review and approve the Community Events and Neighborhood Grant Program materials for calendar year 2026 and authorize staff to initiate the application process (item 25-05913)
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.
- Approved December 6, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Elected Member Sell as chair (3-0)
- Approved 2026 grant program materials and authorized staff to start applications (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Library Trustees
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.
- Study session on Equity, Access, and Inclusion Initiatives (25-0780)
- Study session on Marketing and Outreach - Librarians in Communities (25-0781)
- Annual Review of Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials (25-0783)
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair (25-0784)
- Approval of Board of Library Trustees Meeting Minutes of June 2, 2025 (25-0779)
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (4-0)
- Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved annual review of Code of Ethics (4-0)
- Elected Juttukonda as Chair (4-0)
- Elected Hu as Vice Chair (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
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.
- Board and Commission Interviews (Item 25-0041A) — the only substantive item on the agenda.
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.
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
- Special Development Permit – Education Recreation & Enrichment Use, 5,300 sf at 250 W Washington Ave (APN 209-35-030)
- Special Development Permit – Recreational & Athletic Facility Use, 6,300 sf at 250 W Washington Ave (APN 209-35-030)
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.
- Approved Special Development Permit for Education Recreation and Enrichment Use (Alternative 1)
- Approved Special Development Permit for Recreational and Athletic Facility Use (Alternative 1)
City Council
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.
- Rezoning seven village centers to Village Center Master Plan designations
- Rezone 781 South Wolfe Road from R-0 to R-2 with Planned Development
- Pavement rehabilitation contract for Maude Avenue and Lakehaven Drive for $2,411,249.50
- Tasman Drive pedestrian and bicycle improvements: three alternatives for council to approve
- Street tree maintenance contract award of $772,750 to Brightview Landscape Services
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.
- Approved consent calendar agenda items 1.A‑1.L (unanimous vote)
- Authorized modification of purchase order with US Fleet Source for Hyundai IONIQ EV vehicles ($53,238.47)
- Awarded contract to Interstate Grading & Paving, Inc. for $2,411,249.50 pavement rehabilitation
- Awarded contract to W. Bradley Electric, LLC for $282,554 intelligent transportation system
- Awarded contract to Brightview Landscape Services, Inc. for $772,750 street‑tree maintenance
- Adopted Ordinance No. 3242‑25 to rezone several properties within Village Center Master Plan
- Adopted Ordinance No. 3243‑25 to rezone 0.69‑acre property at 781 South Wolfe Road
- Amended contract with BSI America Professional Services, Inc., increasing amount by $143,714
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning Commission
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.
- Special Development Permit for 172 residential units at 1171 Sonora Court
- Proposed study issues for calendar year 2026
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (6-0-1)
- Approved Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of July 14, 2025 (6-0-1)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Housing and Human Services Commission
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.
- Public hearing and vote on Fifth Substantial Amendment to 2019/20 HUD Action Plan to allocate remaining CDBG-CV funds
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2025/26
- Consideration of proposed study issues for calendar year 2026
- Approval of minutes from May 28, 2025 and June 25, 2025 meetings
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.
- Approved May 28, 2025 commission minutes (consent calendar) (6‑0)
- Approved June 25, 2025 commission minutes (consent calendar) (6‑0)
- Approved Fifth Substantial Amendment reallocating $185,000 CDBG‑CV funds (6‑0)
- Elected Commissioner Friedlander as Chair for FY 2025‑2026 (unanimous)
- Elected Commissioner Riviere as Vice Chair for FY 2025‑2026 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Sustainability Commission
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.
- Study session on ESD 23-01: Climate Budgeting Study Issue Update
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
- Review of Updated Annual Work Plan July 2025
- Approval of May 19, 2025 meeting minutes
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.
- Approved consent calendar (minutes of May 19, 2025) – Yes: 3, No: 0, Absent: 1, Abstain: 3
- Elected Jeffery Nabhan as Chair – Yes: 6, No: 0, Absent: 1
- Elected Douglas Kunz as Vice Chair – Yes: 1, No: 0, Absent: 1, Abstain: 5
- Elected Kristina Pistone as Vice Chair – Yes: 5, No: 0, Absent: 1, Abstain: 1
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
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.
- Review progress on Vision Zero Plan (Item 25-0786)
- Review annual reporting on collisions involving pedestrians and cyclists (Item 25-0785)
- Select Chair and Vice Chair for FY25/26 (Item 25-0788)
- Approve meeting minutes from June 19, 2025 (Item 25-0787)
- Review 2026 Proposed Study Issues (Item 25-0792)
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.
- Approved meeting minutes (5-0, 0 no, 1 absent)
- Failed to appoint Chair Beagle (2 yes, 1 no, 2 abstain, 1 absent)
- Appointed Commissioner Wilson as Chair (5-0)
- Failed to appoint Commissioner Mehlman as Vice Chair (4 yes, 0 no)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Arts Commission
The regular July 16, 2025 Arts Commission meeting has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 20, 2025.
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
Planning Commission
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.
- Study session: proposed modifications to affordable housing development (File # PLNG-2025-0332) at 245 W. Weddell Drive
- Consent calendar: approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from June 16 and June 23, 2025
- Public hearings/general business: selection of Chair and Vice Chair
- Standing item: consideration of potential study issues for the Commission
- Information only: Planning Commission Proposed Study Issues for Calendar Year 2026
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.
- Approved consent‑calendar revision (Yes:5, No:0, Abstain:1, Absent:1)
- Approved June 16, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (vote not recorded)
- Approved June 23, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (vote not recorded)
- Nominated Nathan Iglesias as Chair (Yes:6, No:0, Absent:1)
- Nominated Neela Shukla as Vice Chair (Yes:6, No:0, Absent:1)
- Selected seating order for the coming year (Yes:6, No:0, Absent:1)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Human Relations Commission
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.
- Approve Human Relations Commission meeting minutes of June 12, 2025
- Debrief on first Signature Event: 'Allies in Training: Building a Better Community'
- Discussion and possible action for second Signature Event
- Community Needs Assessment Update
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
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.
- Approved June 12, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved Second Signature event "Voices of Sunnyvale" (4-0)
- Elected Commissioner Zapata as Chair (4-0)
- Elected Vice Chair Syquia (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation 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.
- Policy to Limit Artificial Turf Use in Sunnyvale While Retaining Field Turf for High-Use Athletic Fields (Item 25-06944)
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair (Item 25-06893)
- Capital Improvement Projects Update (Study Session Item C)
- Recognition of Parks and Recreation Month (Study Session Item B)
- Approval of minutes from April 9, 2025 and May 21, 2025 meetings
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (Yes: Chair Kesting, Vice Chair Mason, Commissioner Bremond; No: 0; Absent: Commissioners Gattani, Giri)
- Approved Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes of April 9, 2025 (as part of Consent Calendar)
- Approved Special Joint Parks and Recreation and Arts Commission Minutes of May 21, 2025 (as part of Consent Calendar)
- Selected David Kesting as Chair and Dona Mason as Vice Chair (Yes: Chair Kesting, Vice Chair Mason, Commissioner Bremond; No: 0; Absent: Commissioners Gattani, Giri)
- Approved policy to limit artificial turf use while retaining field turf for high‑use athletic fields (3‑0 voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Commission
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.
- Special meeting: Las Palmas Park Walking Tour
- Meeting location: Las Palmas Park, 850 Russet Dr.
- Public comment period for the special meeting item only
Board of Library Trustees
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.
Charter Review Committee
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.
Heritage Preservation Commission
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.
- Meeting of July 2, 2025 canceled; next meeting set for August 6, 2025
City Council
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.
- Adopt Village Center Master Plan and zoning changes
- Approve $10.38M contract for Cleanwater Program management
- Award $1.83M contract for pavement rehabilitation
- Approve $1M grant for Fire Station 2 energy resilience
- Amend contract with Mountain View Community Television
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Charter Review Committee
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.
- Presentation on options for public engagement regarding potential charter amendments
- Discussion of Section 606 (Vacancies) and Section 611 (Regular Meetings) by Subcommittee #1
- Discussion of Section 605 (Compensation) by Subcommittee #2
- Discussion of Article 8 (City Manager) and Section 1309 (Contracts on Public Works) by Subcommittee #3
- Approval of June 5, 2025 meeting minutes on consent calendar
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.
- Approved June 5, 2025 Charter Review Committee minutes (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Housing and Human Services Commission
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.
- Public hearing on Below Market Rate Alternative Compliance Plan for 1124 W. El Camino Real (Planning File 2024-0780, applicant DeAnza Properties)
- Consent calendar item: approve minutes of June 25, 2025
- Presentation: Recognition of Service (25-0719)
- Information only report: proposed study issues for calendar year 2026 (25-0722)
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.
- Approved June 25, 2025 commission minutes (7-0)
- Recommended approval of BMR Alternative Compliance Plan for 1124 W. El Camino Real (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
- Special Development Permit for childcare center at 717 E. El Camino Real
- Variance request at 1688 Samedra Street to exceed front yard impervious surface limits
- Recommendation to deny the Variance Permit
- Public hearing to allow up to 70 children at the childcare center
- Public hearing to allow 62% front yard impervious surface at 1688 Samedra Street
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.
- Approved Special Development Permit for childcare center at 717 E. El Camino Real (Alternative 1)
- Denied Variance Permit for 1688 Samedra Street (Alternative 3)
Planning Commission
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.
- Public hearing on draft Environmental Impact Report for replacement groundwater extraction well and associated facilities at 800 Carlisle Way (APN 309-12-013)
- Presentation – Recognition of Service (item 25‑0715)
- Information‑only report: Planning Commission Proposed Study Issues, Calendar Year 2026 (item 25‑0714)
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.
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
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.
- Approve the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission Meeting Minutes of May 15, 2025
- Report and discussion of recent VTA Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) meeting
- BPAC 2025 Annual Work Plan (information only)
- Active Items List June 2025 (information only)
- 2025 Deferred Study Issues (information only)
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.
- Approved May 15, 2025 minutes with wording amendment (5‑0, 2 absent)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission
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.
- Approve Art in Private Development Project at 1250 Lakeside Drive/MSocial Hotel (Wittek Development)
- Review and recommendation of public art for Corn Palace Park
- Recognition of Service (study session)
- Approve minutes of April 16, 2025 meeting
- Approve minutes of May 21, 2025 special joint meeting
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.
- Approved consent calendar (3-0)
- Approved April 16, 2025 Arts Commission minutes (3-0)
- Approved May 21, 2025 Arts Commission minutes (3-0)
- Approved art in private development project at 1250 Lakeside Drive/MSocial Hotel (3-0)
- Recommended Liz Hickok, Alexandra Muddle, and Carrie Lederer for Corn Palace Park backless benches (3-0)
- Recommended Annie Cappelli for Corn Palace Park seating wall (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council: Community Meeting Notice
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.
- Webinar on 'Cleaner Stormwater, Cleaner Bay' with registration link
City Council
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.
- Study session on bike/pedestrian access at Sunnyvale Caltrain Station
- Adopt FY 2025/26 budget, fee schedule, and appropriations limit; approve Budget Modification No. 26 for $215,659
- Proposed utility rate increases: water +6%, wastewater +7%, solid waste +4%
- Accept $6,575,000 CalRecycle Beverage Container Quality Infrastructure Grant
- Amend homeless services contract by $120,209 to $1,090,973 for Temporary Hotel Program Expansion
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.
- Adopted FY 2025/26 Budget, Fee Schedule and Appropriations Limit (7-0)
- Approved Budget Modification No. 26 for $215,659 (7-0)
- Accepted FY 2022/23 CalRecycle Beverage Container Grant and approved $6,575,000 budget modification (7-0)
- Authorized five‑year Lexipol LLC contract for $253,273.48 (7-0)
- Amended Street Outreach and Essential Homeless Services agreement to $1,090,973 and approved $120,209 budget modification (7-0)
- Approved three‑year Bear Electrical Solutions contract up to $4,214,752.44 (7-0)
- Approved Second Amendment to legal services agreement with Allen, Glaessner, Hazelwood & Werth, LLP increasing to $355,000 (7-0)
- Adopted salary resolution increasing Pay Plan Category C for public safety officers (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Sustainability Commission
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.
- Meeting canceled
- Next meeting July 21, 2025
Planning Commission
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.
- Forward recommendation to City Council on adoption of Village Center Master Plan and related resolutions, ordinances, and urgency ordinance
- Rezone parcels in seven General Plan Village Mixed Use areas from C-1, C-2, O to Village Center Master Plan districts (VCMU, VCC, VCO)
- Change General Plan land use designations for 1388-1390 Bremerton Drive to Low Medium Density Residential, 901 Reed Ave. to Commercial, and 519 Borregas Ave., 206 & 216 East Arbor Ave. to Medium Density Residential
- Adopt urgency ordinance to immediately rezone certain sites and amend zoning maps and Municipal Code chapters (19.12, 19.16, 19.27, 19.34, 19.44, 19.54)
- Consider addendum to the Land Use and Transportation Element (LUTE) EIR per CEQA Guidelines Section 15164
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (6-0)
- Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council: Community Meeting Notice
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.
- Community meeting: "Allies in Training – Building a Better Community"
Human Relations Commission
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.
- Overview of “Allies in Training: Building a Better Community” event
- Discussion and possible action on a Second Signature Event
- Approval of May 14, 2025 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.
- Approved Human Relations Commission minutes of May 14, 2025 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks and Recreation Commission
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.
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
Planning Commission
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.
Charter Review Committee
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.
- Approve Charter Review Committee meeting minutes of May 1 2025 (consent calendar).
- Discuss June 3 2025 Council direction and next steps for the charter‑review work plan (item 25‑05852).
- Oral communications: 15‑minute public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker).
- Consent calendar items to be acted on by a single motion.
- Public participation options and language‑access information provided.
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.
- Approved May 1, 2025 meeting minutes (9‑0 vote)
- Formed Ad‑Hoc Advisory Committee 1 on Sections 606 & 611 (Members Newswanger, Olevson, Pyne, Vickrey)
- Formed Ad‑Hoc Advisory Committee 2 on Section 605 (Members Davis, Filley, Oey)
- Formed Ad‑Hoc Advisory Committee 3 on Article 8 & Section 1309 (Chair Larsson, Vice Chair Wickham, Member Rubino)
- Scheduled next CRC meeting for June 30, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Heritage Preservation Commission
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.
- Review of Planning Program Budget and Fees for FY 2025/26 (public hearing)
- Recognition of Service presentation (25-06451)
- Approval of draft minutes from January 23, 2025 (consent calendar)
- Consideration of potential study issues (standing item)
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.
- Approved corrected Jan 23, 2025 minutes (6‑0, 1 absent)
- Made formal recommendation to City Council on FY 2025/26 budget (6‑0, 1 absent)
- Motion to discuss 380 S. Mathilda Avenue failed (no second)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
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.
- Public hearing on FY 2025/26 Budget and Resource Allocation Plan
- Resolution authorizing up to $50M in Clean Water State Revolving Funds for Water Pollution Control Plant Upgrade
- Annual review of proposed fees and charges for FY 2025/26
- Discussion on four potential charter amendments: project delivery, council salaries, redistricting, and city manager settlement authority
- Adoption of road maintenance and rehabilitation projects list for the Road Repair and Accountability Act
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.
- Directed Charter Review Committee to develop ballot measure language for five charter provisions (6‑0)
- Approved agenda items 1.A‑1.D on consent calendar (6‑0)
- Approved claims and bills payment list (25‑0326) as part of consent calendar
- Adopted road maintenance and rehabilitation projects list (25‑0350) as part of consent calendar
- Approved FY 2025/26 Sustainability Speaker Series (25‑0574) as part of consent calendar
- Rejected all bids for water tank refurbishment at Wolfe and Evelyn Water Plant (25‑0536) as part of consent calendar
- Adopted classification plan amendment adding Assistant Director of Environmental Services position (6‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Library Trustees
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.
- Presentation on Recognition of Service (item 25-0654)
- Presentation on Library of Things (item 25-0653)
- Consent calendar: approval of Board of Library Trustees meeting minutes of May 20, 2025 (item 25-0595)
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (5-0)
- Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Housing and Human Services Commission
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.
- Below Market Rate Alternative Compliance Plan for residential development at 777 Sunnyvale-Saratoga Road (Planning File 2024-0621)
- Review of Fiscal Year 2025/26 Recommended Budget
- Proposed study issues for Calendar Year 2026
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (5‑0‑2 abstentions)
- Approved Housing and Human Services Commission minutes of April 15, 2025 (as part of consent calendar)
- Recommended City Council approve BMR Alternative Compliance Plan for 777 Sunnyvale‑Saratoga Road (6‑1)
- Reviewed FY 2025/26 recommended budget (informational, no vote)
- Considered proposed study issues for calendar year 2026 (information only)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Zoning Administrator Hearing
The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for May 28, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for June 11, 2025.
Planning Commission
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.
- General Plan Amendment and Rezone at 781 S. Wolfe Road from Low Density Residential to Low-Medium Density Residential with a Planned Development combining district
- Study session for a use permit and variance to build a 56,000-gallon water storage tank and groundwater extraction well at 800 Carlisle Way
- Review of the Planning Program budget and fees for FY 2025/2026
- Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from May 12, 2025
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.
- Approve consent calendar (4 Yes, 0 No, 2 Absent, 1 Abstain)
- Approve Planning Commission minutes of May 12, 2025 (unanimous approval)
- Recommend rezoning and General Plan amendment for 781 S. Wolfe Road (5 Yes, 0 No, 2 Absent)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
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.
City Council
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.
- Budget Workshop on the Recommended Fiscal Year 2025/26 Budget (Item 25-0156A)
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.
- Approved Budget Supplement 1 (7-0)
- Approved Budget Supplement 2 with addition 2B.1 (7-0)
- Approved Budget Supplement 3 (7-0)
- Approved Budget Supplement 4 (7-0)
- Approved Budget Supplement 5 (7-0)
- Approved Budget Supplement 6 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission
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.
- Review and recommendation of recommended budget (Item 25-0562)
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.
- Recommend Council approve the recommended budget (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks and Recreation Commission
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.
- Review and recommend council approval of the recommended budget (25-0562)
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.
- Recommend Council Approve the Recommended Budget (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Library Trustees
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.
- Review and recommend council approve the library's recommended budget (Item 25-0596)
- Approve meeting minutes of April 7, 2025 (consent calendar)
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (4-0)
- Approved April 7, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Recommended Council approve recommended budget (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
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.
- Award $34,545,000 contract to Bulk Handling Systems for SMaRT Station NextGen system; approve $2,512,147 purchase agreement for a pre-load compactor
- Authorize $400,000 outside counsel agreement with Stoel Rives for San Francisco Baykeeper litigation
- Adopt resolution adding life insurance benefit for Mayor and City Councilmembers
- Approve FY 2025/26 Downtown Parking District assessment and set June 17 public hearing
- Discuss appropriation for 2025 Sunnyvale Pride event (no staff recommendation)
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.
- Approved City Council Meeting Minutes of April 22, 2025 (1.A) – 7‑0
- Approved City Council Meeting Minutes of May 6, 2025 (1.B) – 7‑0
- Approved City Council Meeting Minutes of May 12, 2025 (1.C) – 7‑0
- Approved City Council Meeting Minutes of May 13, 2025 (1.D) – 7‑0
- Authorized purchase agreement to Univar Solutions USA, LLC up to $450,000 for sodium hypochlorite (1.G) – 7‑0
- Awarded contract to Yunex LLC for $608,900 to provide traffic signal controller cabinets (1.H) – 7‑0
- Authorized amendment to Stoel Rives contract increasing amount to $400,000 and approved Budget Modification No. 23 for $300,000 (1.I) – 7‑0
- Approved FY 2025/26 Downtown Parking District Assessment report, adopted levy resolution, and set public hearing for June 17, 2025 (1.K) – 7‑0
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Sustainability Commission
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.
- Public hearing: Annual Review of City Manager’s Recommended Budget
- Approve Sustainability Commission meeting minutes of April 21, 2025
- Presentation: Recognition of Service (25-0618)
- Information only: Updated Annual Work Plan May 2025
- Standing item: Consideration of potential study issues
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.
- Approved April 21, 2025 minutes (5-0)
- Approved FY 2025/26 budget recommendations and nominated Vice Chair Nabhan to convey them (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Personnel Board
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.
- Recognition of Service - Vice Chair Richard Lesher (25-0607)
- Approve March 17, 2025 meeting minutes (25-0606)
- Recommendation to City Council to approve revisions to Civil Service Rules and Regulations (25-0608)
- Annual review of Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials (25-0609)
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.
- Approved Personnel Board minutes of March 17, 2025 (vote 3-0)
- Approved revisions to Civil Service Rules and Regulations and recommended City Council approval (vote 3-0)
- Deferred annual review of the Code of Ethics and Conduct to next meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
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.
- Proposed removal of travel lanes on Tasman Drive between Fair Oaks Avenue and Lawrence Expressway for sidewalks and Class IIB buffered bicycle lanes
- Recommendation to use $600,000 for the Evelyn Avenue Multi-Use Path construction
- Proposal to bank $211,845 in Transportation Development Act Article 3 Funding for future use
- Review of the FY 2025/26 Recommended Budget
- Approval of April 17, 2025 meeting minutes
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.
- Approved April 17, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0, 1 abstain)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Commission
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.
Zoning Administrator Hearing
The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for May 14, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for May 28, 2025.
Human Relations Commission
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.
- Approve March 13, 2025 meeting minutes
- Review Fiscal Year 2025/26 Recommended Budget
- Discuss 'Allies in Training: Building a Better Community' event theme
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.
- Approved Human Relations Commission minutes of March 13, 2025 (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
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.
- Board and Commission Interviews (Item 25-0038A)
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.
Charter Review Committee
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.
Planning Commission
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.
- Study session on special development permit and vesting tentative map for 101 townhomes and 10,000 sq ft commercial at Lakewood Shopping Center site
- Approval of April 28, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes
- Information-only report on Planning Commission proposed study issues for calendar year 2026
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (6-0 vote, 0 opposed, 1 absent)
- Approved Planning Commission meeting minutes of April 28, 2025 (approval recorded)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
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.
- Board and Commission Interviews (Item 25-0037A)
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.
Human Relations Commission
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.
Heritage Preservation Commission
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.
City Council
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.
- Playground equipment replacement at Columbia and Cannery Parks – $807,982 contract to Guerra Construction Group
- Annual slurry seal 2025 – $823,972.80 contract to VSS International
- Five-year dedicated internet access and DDoS mitigation – $936,000 purchase agreement
- Public hearing to adopt FY 2025/26 annual assessment for Downtown Sunnyvale Business Improvement District
- Consideration of six legislative advocacy positions on housing, CEQA, homelessness, energy, civil rights, and school redistricting
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.
- Approved agenda items 1.A‑1.D, 1.F‑1.G (7‑0) covering claims payment, grant acceptance, contract awards, internet service, and advocacy positions
- Awarded $807,982 contract to Guerra Construction Group for playground equipment replacement (CEQA exemption, 10% contingency) (7‑0)
- Awarded $823,972.80 contract to VSS International for 2025 annual slurry seal (CEQA exemption, 10% contingency) (7‑0)
- Accepted $18,241 grant for pavement management assessment and approved Budget Modification No. 20 (7‑0)
- Authorized $936,000 five‑year purchase agreement for dedicated internet access and DDoS mitigation, with 10% contingency (7‑0)
- Approved amendments to four on‑call engineering support agreements, extending terms and increasing each contract by $250,000 (7‑0)
- Adopted six legislative advocacy positions on housing, CEQA, homelessness, energy, civil rights, and school district redistricting (7‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Library Trustees
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.
Charter Review Committee
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.
- Subcommittee #1 presentation: City Council term and election, vacancies, gender-neutral language, council qualifications
- Subcommittee #2 presentation: Council compensation, presiding officer/mayor, redistricting, regular meetings, franchises
- Subcommittee #3 presentation: Appointive boards and commissions eligibility, contracts on public works, city manager powers and duties
- Discussion on prioritization of potential charter amendments for recommendation to City Council
- Consent calendar: approval of March 6 and April 3, 2025 meeting minutes
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.
- Approved agenda items 1.A (March 6 minutes) and 1.B (April 3 minutes) (8‑0, 2 abstain)
- Dropped amendment A-7: Article X (Appointive Boards and Commissions) (10‑0)
- Motion to drop amendment A-8 (gender‑neutral language) failed (2‑8)
- Motion to drop amendment A-6 (Regular Meetings) failed (5‑5)
- Dropped amendments C-1, C-4, C-8, C-10, C-12, C-13 (9‑0)
- Dropped amendment C-2 (City Council Qualifications) (9‑0)
- Dropped amendment C-11 (Revenue Bonds) (9‑0)
- Dropped amendments C-6 (Pay Plan) and C-7 (Retirement) (8‑0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
- Variance request for 938 West Cardinal Drive to allow a 10 foot 2 inch front setback for a 105 square foot garage (20 feet required)
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.
- Approved variance for garage setback (no vote tally recorded)
Planning Commission
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.
- Public hearing on 242-unit multi-family development (80 townhomes, 162 apartments) and 2,050 sq ft commercial at 777 Sunnyvale Saratoga Road
- Special Development Permit to redevelop a commercial site into residential and commercial uses
- Tentative Map to subdivide the lot into 31 lots and create 80 condominiums
- CEQA determination that the project is consistent with the El Camino Real Specific Plan EIR, no additional review required
- Approval of March 10, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes on consent calendar
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (Yes: 6, No: 0, Abstain: 1)
- Approved March 10, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Housing and Human Services Commission
The regular meeting of the Housing and Human Services Commission scheduled for April 23, 2025 has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.
City Council
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.
- Study session: Renovate Median Landscaping to Low Maintenance Project (25-0344A)
- Purchase agreement with Santa Clara County for animal shelter services ($416,902)
- Contract award to Silicon Valley Paving for tennis court reconstruction at Sunnyvale Middle School ($389,760 plus $38,976 contingency)
- Resolution to suspend enforcement of Sunnyvale Municipal Code Section 6.05.010 on impounding healthy stray cats
- Approval of Council Strategic Framework and July 2025–June 2027 Strategic Priorities
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.
- Approved $416,902 one‑year purchase agreement with Santa Clara County for animal shelter service (7‑0)
- Awarded $389,760 contract to Silicon Valley Paving for park tennis court reconstruction, with $38,976 (10%) contingency (7‑0)
- Adopted resolution to suspend enforcement of Municipal Code §6.05.010 on healthy stray cats and direct staff to study animal‑control services (motion carried)
- Approved Council Strategic Framework and July 2025‑June 2027 Council Strategic Priorities (motion carried)
- Approved City Council meeting minutes of March 25, 2025 (7‑0)
- Approved City Council meeting minutes of April 8, 2025 (7‑0)
- Approved list of claims and bills for payment (7‑0)
- Approved recognition items for Food Cycle Art Contest, Earth Month, Public Service Recognition Week, and retirement of Public Safety Chief (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Sustainability Commission
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.
- Study session on Climate Action Playbook: Game Plan 2028 Progress
- Sustainability Speakers Series Proposal for FY 2025/26
- Annual Work Plan April 2025 report
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.
- Approved consent calendar (6‑0)
- Approved FY 2025/26 Sustainability Speaker Series topics and authorized staff to finalize (6‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
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.
- Study Session – East Channel Trail Study (item 25-0546A)
- Review Complete Streets Checklist for TDA Article 3 Funding (item 25-0552B)
- Select the Design Concepts for 2025 Utility Bill Insert (item 25-0553)
- Approve minutes from the March 20, 2025 commission meeting (item 25-0545)
- Public hearing – Report on recent VTA Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting (item 25-0547)
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.
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Arts Commission
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.
- Recommend Council Approve Art in Private Development Project - Hunter Properties/Cityline, titled Redwood Dawn (Phase 2, Artwork 4 of 4)
- Arts and Humanities Month: Finalize Project and Plans
- Approve Arts Commission Meeting Minutes of March 19, 2025
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.
- Approved consent calendar, including March 19, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
- Recommended Council approve Redwood Dawn Phase 2 artwork; asked developer to review lighting placement and conduct a sun study (4‑0)
- Approved spoken‑word event as final Arts and Humanities Month 2025 project (4‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Zoning Administrator Hearing
This meeting was canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for April 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM.
Housing and Human Services Commission
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.
- Consider recommending adoption of the draft 2025-2030 HUD Consolidated Plan and FY 2025/26 HUD Action Plan
- Recommend backfilling all HUD funds identified in the 2025/26 Action Plan with General Funds
- Approve Housing and Human Services Commission meeting minutes of March 26, 2025
- Discussion of proposed study issues for calendar year 2026
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar, including March 26, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
- Approved HUD Consolidated Plan Alternative 1 & 3 with modifications (5‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
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.
Human Relations Commission
This meeting was canceled; no business was conducted. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 8, 2025.
Parks and Recreation Commission
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.
- Study session on Pickleball Update (25-0535B)
- Study session on Field/Facility Usage Report (25-0527A)
- Study session on PRC Purview and Study Issue/Budget Process (25-0528C)
- Study session on Study Issues Update (25-0534D)
- Study session on Park Tour Discussion (25-0529E)
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.
- Approved February 12, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
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.
- Ordinance No. 3240-25 to update Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations in the Municipal Code
- Budget modification of $500,000 for the 2025 Fourth of July Celebration Event
- Levee maintenance contracts for Brannon Corporation ($800k), Dirt Market, LLC ($400k), and McNabb Construction ($600k)
- Five-year workers’ compensation claim administration contract with LWP Claims Solutions, Inc. up to $2,431,620
- Consultant agreement with Brad Cox, Architect, Inc. for $275,255 for Braly & Fairwood Park building rehabilitation
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.
- Approved Budget Modification No. 19, $500,000 for 2025 Fourth of July Celebration (7-0)
- Awarded three on‑call levee maintenance contracts: Brannon Corp ($800,000), Dirt Market LLC ($400,000), McNabb Construction ($600,000) (7-0)
- Approved 5‑year purchase agreement with AMS.NET, Inc. for video archiving services, $453,925 (7-0)
- Awarded 5‑year contract to LWP Claims Solutions, Inc. for workers’ compensation claim administration, $2,431,620 (7-0)
- Approved contract with Brad Cox, Architect, Inc. for park building design, $275,255 (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 3240‑25 repealing and re‑adopting ADU regulations (7-0)
- Adopted resolution amending Classification Plan to add Librarian I/II and Vehicle Abatement Officer positions (7-0)
- Ratified Vice Mayor Linda Sell’s appointment to the Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Agency board (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Library Trustees
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.
- Presentation on Digital Information Literacy (25-0508)
- Presentation on National Library Week (25-0506)
- Presentation on Early Learning Initiatives (25-0507)
- Approval of March 3, 2025 meeting minutes (25-0505)
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.
- Approved Consent Calendar (5-0)
- Approved March 3, 2025 meeting minutes (as part of consent calendar)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Charter Review Committee
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.
- Approve Charter Review Committee meeting minutes of February 27, 2025 (item 25-02891.A).
- Discussion and prioritization of issues to study for potential amendments to the Sunnyvale City Charter (item 25-03822).
- Discussion of subcommittee assignments, next steps, and deliverables (item 25-03843).
- Consent calendar items to be acted upon by a single motion.
- Oral Communications – limited public comment (up to 15 minutes, max three minutes per speaker).
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.
- Approved February 27, 2025 Charter Review Committee minutes (5‑0, 2 abstain)
- Established Ad‑Hoc Advisory Committee 1 (Members Newswanger, Olevson, Pyne, Vickrey)
- Established Ad‑Hoc Advisory Committee 2 (Members Davis, Filley, Oey)
- Established Ad‑Hoc Advisory Committee 3 (Chair Larsson, Vice Chair Wickham, Member Rubino)
- Decided not to hold a meeting on April 24
- Scheduled two Committee meetings in May; next regular meeting set for May 1
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Heritage Preservation Commission
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.
Housing and Human Services Commission
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.
- Funding recommendations for FY 2025/26 & FY 2026/27 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) capital projects and human services proposals
- Funding recommendations for CDBG CV proposals
- Funding recommendations for General Fund human services proposals
- Proposed study issues for calendar year 2026
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.
- Approved February 26, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved alternative 2 funding plan – remove Upwards funds, fully fund WorkFirst, fund Minor Home Repair (4-2)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
- Approved Special Development Permit for 1365 Geneva Drive (Alternative 1)
City Council
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.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 3239-25 to amend Chapter 19.67 and 19.77 (inclusionary housing program)
- Approve City Council meeting minutes from February 13 and February 25, 2025
- Approve list of claims and bills for payment by the City Manager
- Consider ordinance to amend ADU regulations (File PLNG-2024-0544)
- Deny appeal of variance for accessory structure at 160 S. Pastoria Ave. (File PLNG-2023-0642)
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.
- Approved February 13, 2025 Council minutes (7‑0)
- Approved February 25, 2025 Council minutes (7‑0)
- Approved list of claims and bills for payment (7‑0)
- Approved reinstatement and amendment of agreement with Cupertino Union School District (7‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 3239-25 amending inclusionary housing program (7‑0)
- Adopted ADU zoning amendment (Alternative 1) (7‑0)
- Denied appeal for accessory structure variance at 160 S. Pastoria Ave. (7‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
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.
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
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.
- Study session on Hollenbeck Bike Lane Study (25-0495A)
- Discussion on projects for Transportation Development Act (TDA) Article 3 application (25-0442)
- Approve Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission meeting minutes of February 20, 2025 (25-04771.A)
- BPAC 2025 Annual Work Plan (25-0443)
- Council Action on Budget Proposals 2025 (25-0447)
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.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission
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.
- Finalize project and plans for Hands on the Arts (study session item 25-0457A)
- Discuss expanding Arts Commission to include dynamic, interactive, and literary arts (study session item 25-0460B)
- Review project and plans for National Arts and Humanities Month (public hearing item 25-0459)
- Approve the Arts Commission meeting minutes of February 19, 2025 (consent calendar item 25-0461)
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.
- Approved consent calendar (3-0)
- Approved February 19, 2025 minutes (3-0)
- Approved Arts and Humanities Month 2025 spoken‑word project (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council: Community Meeting Notice
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.
- Sustainability Speaker Series: 'Waves of Change: Ensuring Equity in Coastal Access'
City Council
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.
- Transfer of 3 parking garages at 225 S Taaffe St, 325 S Taaffe St, and 330 S Murphy Av from RDA Successor Agency to City (closed session)
- Approve $880,000 in federal funding for pedestrian and Safe Routes to School improvements in SNAIL and Braly Corners neighborhoods
- Award $308,865.55 contract to Karbonous, Inc. to repair dual media filters at Water Pollution Control Plant
- Accept $135,977 California Library Connect Grant for network equipment upgrades at Sunnyvale Public Library
- Introduce ordinance to amend inclusionary housing requirements for qualifying retail preservation projects at citywide Village Center sites
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Sustainability Commission
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.
- Presentation on Study Issue Process and Timelines
- Consideration for adding a member to the Sustainability Speaker Series Subcommittee
- Updated Annual Work Plan for March 2025 (information only)
- Approval of February 18, 2025 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Personnel Board
The meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The board is scheduled to consider the approval of meeting minutes from October 21, 2024.
- Approval of Personnel Board Meeting Minutes from October 21, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
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.
- City Manager and Fiscal Update
- Review of National Community Survey Data
- Review of High-Level Themes & Draft Strategic Framework
- Discussion on Current Council Priorities
Human Relations Commission
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.
- Presentation by Santa Clara County Rapid Response Network on Know Your Rights and Rapid Response Network overview
- Community Needs Assessment Update
- First Signature Event theme: 'Allies in Training: Building a Better Community' and commissioners' role discussion
- Approval of December 12, 2024 Human Relations Commission meeting minutes
- Approval of January 17, 2025 Human Relations Commission meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks and Recreation Commission
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.
- Study Issues and Budget Proposals Process and Update (25-0292)
- Parks and Recreation Proposed Study Issues for Calendar Year 2026 (25-0435)
- Approval of February 12, 2025 meeting minutes
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
- Use Permit for 7-foot 8.5-inch wooden fence at 1128 Spinosa Drive
- Project on 7,030 square-foot site
- Applicant: Megan Blaine, Owner: Lynn Bos
- Recommendation: Alternative 1 to approve the permit
- File #: PLNG-2024-0685
Parks and Recreation Commission
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.
Planning Commission
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.
- Study Session: Housing Law Training (item 25-0408)
- Consent Calendar: Approve Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of February 24, 2025 (item 25-0409)
- Information Only: Planning Commission Proposed Study Issues for Calendar Year 2026 (item 25-0410)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Charter Review Committee
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.
- Review and discussion of Sunnyvale City Charter to identify amendments (Item 25-02901)
Heritage Preservation Commission
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.
City Council: Community Meeting Notice
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.
- Hollenbeck Bike Lane Study community meeting
Board of Library Trustees
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.
- Approve Board of Library Trustees Meeting Minutes of February 3, 2025
- Presentation on Lakewood Branch Library and Learning Center Update
- Presentation from Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library
- Study Session regarding potential study issues
- Public oral communications
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council: Community Meeting Notice
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.
- Hollenbeck Bike Lane Study Community Meeting
- City Council and Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission to attend
- Meeting location: Redwood Conference Room, City Hall, 456 W. Olive Ave.
- Meeting link: https://sunnyvale-ca-gov.zoom.us/j/88304406871
Charter Review Committee
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.
- Approve minutes of the February 6, 2025 Charter Review Committee meeting
- Review and discussion of the Sunnyvale City Charter to identify possible charter amendments
- Information only: Chair announcement of ad-hoc advisory committees for the Charter Review Committee
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council: Community Meeting Notice
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.
- Department of Public Safety Information Night
- Overview of emergency/disaster preparedness
- Crime prevention tips and resources
- Web stream available on YouTube
City Council: Community Meeting Notice
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.
- Cancellation of the February 27 Hollenbeck Bike Lane Study Community Meeting
- Rescheduling to March 4, 2025 at 6 p.m. in Redwood Conference Room
Housing and Human Services Commission
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.
- Presentation on CDBG and General Fund Human Services funding proposals
- Review of CDBG/HOME Capital Project funding proposals
- Approval of minutes from January 22, 2025
- Consideration of proposed study issues for 2026
- Oral communications for non-agenda items
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Zoning Administrator Hearing
This meeting has been cancelled. The next Zoning Administrator hearing is tentatively scheduled for March 12, 2025.
City Council
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.
- Public hearing on potential modifications to relocation assistance for no-fault evictions (SMC Chapter 19.71)
- Award of $2,561,259.29 contract to Casey Construction for sanitary sewer system replacement/repair
- Amendment of Dell Marketing purchase agreement to $2,500,000 for computer equipment through June 2028
- Budget Modification No. 13 for payment of attorney's fee award in San Francisco Baykeeper v. City of Sunnyvale
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 3238-25 on electronic filing of campaign statements and economic interests
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
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.
- Proposed ordinance to amend Chapters 19.67 and 19.77 of Title 19 regarding below market rate ownership and rental housing for retail preservation projects
- Proposed resolution to establish a retail preservation incentive program for citywide village center sites
- Design review for a 575 square foot addition to a home at 842 Hollenbeck Avenue
- Review of proposed study issues for calendar year 2026
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
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.
- Approve January 16, 2025 meeting minutes
- Review Caltrain station access improvements study
- Discuss TDA Article 3 application projects
- Consider VTA bicycle technical guidelines as design standard
- Review 2025 utility bill insert design concepts
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Arts Commission
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.
- Approve Arts Commission minutes of January 15, 2025 (item 25-0387)
- "Hands On The Arts 2025" public hearing (item 25-0300)
- Standing item: consideration of potential study issues
- Information report: Study Issues Overview (item 25-0299)
- Consent calendar items to be approved by a single motion
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council: Community Meeting Notice
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.
- Orchard Heritage Park and Museum Study Issue community meeting
- Potential quorum of City Council and three commissions (Heritage Preservation, Parks and Recreation, Sustainability)
- Public invited to attend online via Zoom or in person at City Hall
- Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM
- Information available at bit.ly/SunnyvaleOHPandM
Sustainability Commission
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.
- Presentation – SVCE Program Update (item 25-0341)
- Study Session – Climate Action Playbook Update: 2023 GHG Inventory (item 25-0342)
- Consent calendar motion to approve Sustainability Commission minutes of Jan 21 2025 (item 25-0332)
- Standing item: consideration of potential study issues
- Information‑only report – Updated Annual Work Plan February 2025 (item 25-0343)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
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.
- Review of continuing study issues
- Discussion and ranking of study issues/budget proposals
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Human Relations Commission
The regular Human Relations Commission meeting scheduled for February 13, 2025 has been canceled. The next regular meeting is set for March 13, 2025.
Parks and Recreation Commission
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.
- Recreation Scholarship Report
- Special Events Report
- Implementation of California Assembly Bill 43 to lower speed limits adjacent to parks
- Temporary Use Ice Skating Rink in Downtown Park
- Street Trees for Improved Traffic Safety
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
- SDP request for on‑sale alcohol service at 240 S. Taaffe St., Suite J134
- Location falls within Downtown Specific Plan Block 18 (DSP‑18)
- Environmental review: Class 1 Categorical Exemption from CEQA
- Recommendation: Approve with conditions (Attachment 3)
Planning Commission
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.
- Recommend ordinance amending Title 19 on ADUs to comply with state law
- Consider modifying relocation assistance for no-fault evictions (currently two months' rent)
- Approve design review for 1,158 sq ft addition at 721 Harvard Ave (R-0 zoning)
- Approve minutes of January 27, 2025 meeting
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Charter Review Committee
The Charter Review Committee will meet to establish its operational foundation. The body will select leadership and determine its meeting schedule and work plan.
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
- Possible action to approve meeting schedule and length
- Review of scope and discussion of work plan for the Charter Review Committee
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Heritage Preservation Commission
The regular February 5, 2025 meeting of the Heritage Preservation Commission has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 5, 2025.
City Council
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.
- Adopt ordinances 3234-25, 3235-25, 3236-25, and 3237-25 to re-zone properties across the city to R-2, R-3, and R-0 residential districts
- Award $1,116,869 contract to HydroScience Engineers for Mary-Carson Water Plant Upgrade
- Award $368,994 contract to HydroScience Engineers for oxidation pond levee rehabilitation
- Approve $600,000 purchase agreement with Grainger for industrial and commercial supplies
- Select a name for the new city park at 1142 Dahlia Court (formerly Corn Palace Park)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
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.
- Board of Library Trustees interviews (Item 25-0091A)
Board of Library Trustees
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.
- Presentation on Silicon Valley Reads (25-0260)
- Presentation on sustainability initiatives (25-0261)
- Approval of Board minutes from January 6, 2025 (25-0259)
- Standing item: consideration of potential study issues
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
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.
- Agenda Review
- City Manager Update
- The Role of Councilmembers, Governance Roles Exercise, & Hopes for the Council
- Presentation on Brown Act/Roles & Open Discussion for Council Questions
- Review of Next Steps in Strategic Prioritization Process and Pre-Work for Councilmembers
Zoning Administrator Hearing
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.
- Use permit application for Buddhist Community Center at 1211 E. Arques Avenue (File #: PLNG-2024-0463)
City Council: Community Meeting Notice
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.
- Presentation topic: Restoring Wetlands for Climate Resilience
- Webinar registration link provided
- Possible quorum of City Council and Sustainability Commission
City Council
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.
- General Plan amendment and rezoning of 27 non-conforming residential sites (including 591 S. Murphy Ave., 260-290 N. Pastoria Ave., and multiple properties on Charles, Waverly, Iowa, Florence, and Oxbow Court)
- Contract award of $396,438 to McNabb Construction for vegetation maintenance at WPCP oxidation ponds
- Master services agreement of $1,270,500 with DataBank Holdings for city data center colocation
- Five-year purchase agreement of $1,399,274.55 with General Datatech for SMARTnet maintenance and software
- Closed session on anticipated litigation related to a project at 1250 Oakmead Parkway
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
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.
- Special Development Permit for 80‑unit townhouses and 162‑unit apartments at 777 Sunnyvale Saratoga Road (Applicant: Valley Oak Partners, LLC; Owner: Mardit Properties, LP)
- Tentative Tract Map to subdivide the site into 19 lots and add 80 condominiums at the same address
- Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from January 13, 2025 (Item 25‑0208)
- Consent calendar items to be acted on by a single motion (details not listed)
- Information‑only report on Planning Commission proposed study issues for calendar year 2026 (Item 25‑0252)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Heritage Preservation Commission
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.
- Receive Public Review Draft of Study to Update Heritage Resource Inventory for technological innovation sites (File # PLNG-2024-0298)
- Approve draft meeting minutes of December 4, 2024
- Selection and ranking of study issues for the commission
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Housing and Human Services Commission
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.
- Consideration of modifications to Sunnyvale Municipal Code Chapter 19.71 regarding relocation assistance for no fault, just cause evictions
- Review and ranking of 2025 Study Issues
- Review of Council Policy 7.2.19 regarding member responses to public meeting requests
- Review of Council Policy 7.2.20 regarding reasonable accommodation for members
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Sustainability Commission
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.
- Rank 2025 Study Issues (Item 25-02342)
- Updated Annual Work Plan January 2025 (Item 25-0235)
- Approval of December 16, 2024 meeting minutes (Consent Calendar Item 25-02331.A)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Human Relations Commission
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.
- Ranking of Proposed 2025 Study Issues (Item 25-02021)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
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.
- Approve Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission meeting minutes of November 21, 2024 (25-02031.A)
- Rank 2025 study issues (item 25-02042)
- Report and discuss recent VTA Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting (item 25-02053)
- Consider potential study issues (standing item)
- Review BPAC 2025 Draft Annual Work Plan (item 25-0206)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Arts Commission
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.
- Approve Arts Commission meeting minutes of November 20, 2024 (item 25-00782)
- Rank 2025 Study Issues (item 25-00793)
- Standing item: consideration of potential study issues
- Arts Commission Proposed Study Issues for calendar year 2026 (item 25-00804)
- Consent calendar items to be acted on by a single motion
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Zoning Administrator Hearing
The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for January 15, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for January 29, 2025.
- Meeting canceled; no items were considered
City Council
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.
- Closed session: labor negotiations with Public Safety Officers Association (PSOA)
- Adopt by resolution Volume I and Sunnyvale's Annex within the 2023 Santa Clara County Multijurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Amend contract with AgreeYa Solutions Inc. by $15,000 for a new not-to-exceed amount of $485,000 for on-call IT staffing (F23-1018)
- Appoint Cary Chien to the NOVA Workforce Board
- Approve calendar year 2025 Community Events and Neighborhood Grant Program funding levels
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
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.
- Recommend rezoning 591 S. Murphy Ave. from El Camino Real Specific Plan to Low-Medium Density Residential
- Rezone four parcels on N. Pastoria Ave. from Peery Park Specific Plan to Low Density Residential
- Rezone 22 legal non-conforming dwellings from Office to Low-Medium Density Residential
- Approve special development permit for six single-family homes at 640 Lakehaven Drive
- Amend zoning code to prevent Industrial to Residential sites from reverting to non-residential use
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Human Relations Commission
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.”
- Approve Human Relations Commission meeting minutes of Dec 12, 2024 (item 25-00091.A)
- Rank proposed 2025 study issues (item 25-00102)
- Community Needs Assessment update (item 25-00123)
- Discussion and possible action to approve first signature‑event theme “Know Your Rights as an Immigrant” (item 25-00174)
Human Relations Commission
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.
- Meeting canceled; no business conducted
Parks and Recreation Commission
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.
- Discussion and recommendation to City Council to name the new city park at 1142 Dahlia Court (Corn Palace) – no staff recommendation.
- Ranking of proposed 2025 study issues for the commission.
- Information report on proposed Parks and Recreation Commission study issues for calendar year 2026.
- Consent calendar – approval of meeting minutes from December 11, 2024.
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
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.
- Adopt resolution certifying election results for Council Districts 2, 4, and 6 and Mayor (25-0083A)
- Ceremonial oath of office for incoming councilmembers and mayor (25-0085C)
- Selection of Vice Mayor for a one-year term (25-0086)
- Appointment of councilmembers to intergovernmental assignments and subcommittees (25-0098)
- Determination of 2025 Council seating arrangements (25-0087)
Board of Library Trustees
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.
- Presentation – Senior Services (25-0028) during study session
- Approval of Board of Library Trustees meeting minutes of December 2, 2024
- Standing item: consideration of potential study issues
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Heritage Preservation Commission
The Heritage Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for January 1, 2025, was canceled. The next meeting is set for January 23, 2025.
- Meeting canceled for January 1, 2025
- Next meeting scheduled for January 23, 2025