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BeniciaCA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$778,600 Typical home value $784,805 +1.1% yr/yr · +8.6% 5-yr
Development activity
20257 housing units ($1.3M)
🗳️ Election results (5 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
Mayor 2024-11-05
Steve Young ✓ 10,000 · Kevin Patrick Kirby 5,266
City Council 2024-11-05
Trevor Macenski ✓ 8,325 · Lionel Largaespada ✓ 7,970 · Christina Gilpin-Hayes 6,672 · Franz Rosenthal 2,377
City Council 2022-11-08
Terry Scott ✓ 5,670 · Kari Birdseye ✓ 5,435 · Lionel Largaespada 5,283 · Christina Strawbridge 4,827 · William "Billy" Innes 1,667
Mayor 2020-11-03
Steve Young ✓ 8,611 · Christina Strawbridge 5,241 · Jason Diavatis 3,087
City Council 2020-11-03
Tom Campbell ✓ 8,636 · Trevor Macenski ✓ 7,594 · Terry Scott 7,468
🗳️ Ballot measures (7)
Propositions decided directly by voters.
Measure H
2024-11-05 · Failed — 6,395 yes / 9,153 no
Measure G
2024-11-05 · Failed — 7,193 yes / 8,321 no
Measure F
2024-11-05 · Passed — 9,616 yes / 6,175 no
Measure B
2024-03-05 · Passed — 7,335 yes / 2,829 no
Measure A
2024-03-05 · Passed — 7,869 yes / 2,267 no
Measure K
2022-11-08 · Passed — 10,462 yes / 2,330 no
Measure R
2022-11-08 · Failed — 6,300 yes / 6,594 no
Recent meetings
Thu Jul 9, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hold EIR scoping session for Rose Estates project
The Planning Commission will receive public input and provide comment on the scope of the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Rose Estates Mixed-Use Project. No decisions about the project will be made at this meeting. The commission will also hear an overview of the Housing Accountability Act and consider approval of the June 11, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Rose Estates Mixed-Use Project EIR scoping session — public input on environmental topics to be studied
- Presentation: Housing Accountability Act overview
- Consent Calendar: Approval of minutes from June 11, 2026
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BENICIA PLANNING COMMISSION
PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA
July 16, 2026
6:00 PM
Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers
250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.
REFERENCE TO FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF PUBLIC
The fundamental rights of each member of the public can be found in the municipal code
posted on the City's website and on a plaque that is posted at the entrance to this
meeting per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open Government Ordinance.
5.
PRESENTATIONS
5.A
HOUSING ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OVERVIEW
6.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
7.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS
This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wishing to address the Commission
on any matter not on the agenda that is within the subject jurisdiction of the Planning
Commission. State law prohibits the Commission from responding to or acting upon
matters not listed on the agenda.
Each Speaker has a maximum of three minutes for public comment. If others have
already expressed your position, you may simply indicate that you agree with a previous
speaker. If applicable, a spokesperson may present the views of your entire group.
Speakers may not make personal attacks on council members of the public, or make
comments which are slanderous or which may invade an individual's personal privacy.
8.
WRITTEN COMMENT
9.
PUBLIC COMMENT
10.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Items listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted,
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Thu Jul 9, 2026
Community Sustainability Commission
Bay Area Air District grant application update
The Benicia Community Sustainability Commission will hear an update on the city's Bay Area Air District grant application and review ongoing projects including a farmers market, sustainability webpage, and bike lane support. The consent calendar includes adoption of minutes from March and April 2026.
- Update on Bay Area Air District grant application
- Review and planning of ongoing projects: Farmers Market, Sustainability Corner, Earth Day event
- Discussion of bike lanes and access, decreasing disposables in city businesses
- Adoption of minutes from March 16, 2026 and April 27, 2026
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BENICIA COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION
COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION
AGENDA
July 20, 2026
4:00 PM
Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers
250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.
REFERENCE TO FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF PUBLIC
The fundamental rights of each member of the public can be found in the municipal code
posted on the City's website and on a plaque that is posted at the entrance to this
meeting per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open Government Ordinance.
5.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
6.
OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wishing to address the Commission
on any matter not on the agenda that is within the subject jurisdiction of the Community
Sustainability Commission. State law prohibits the Community Sustainability Commission
from responding to or acting upon matters not listed on the agenda.
Each Speaker has a maximum of three minutes for public comment. If others have
already expressed your position, you may simply indicate that you agree with a previous
speaker. If applicable, a spokesperson may present the views of your entire group.
Speakers may not make personal attacks on commission members, staff or members of
the public or make comments which are slanderous or which may invade an individual's
personal privacy.
A. Public Comment
B. Written
7.
INFORMATION AND PRESENTATIONS
7.a
BAY AREA AIR DISTRICT GRANT APPLICATION
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive an up …
Tue Jul 7, 2026
City Council
Council to discuss business license tax models and a potential ballot measure
The City Council will consider modernization models for the business license tax and a proposed marine terminal tax. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a new ordinance to regulate sidewalk vendors.
- Proposed Business License Tax models and a Marine Terminal Business License Tax for a November 3, 2026, ballot measure
- Public hearing for an ordinance adding Chapter 12.54 to Title 12 to regulate sidewalk vendors
- Adoption of the City Council Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2026-27
- Presentation by Caltrans District 4 on surface replacement for the westbound I-80 Al Zampa Bridge
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BENICIA CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
July
7, 2026
6:00 PM
Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers
250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
1.
CALL TO ORDER (6:00 P.M.)
2.
CONVENE OPEN SESSION
3.
ROLL CALL
4.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5.
REFERENCE TO THE FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF THE PUBLIC
The fundamental rights of each member of the public can be found in the municipal code
posted on the City's website and on a plaque that is posted at the entrance to this
meeting per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open Government Ordinance.
6.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
6.A
MAYOR'S OFFICE HOURS
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Mayor Young maintains an open office on the first and
third Mondays of the month (except holidays) in the Mayor's office of City Hall from
4:30 to 6:00 p.m. No appointment is necessary. Other meeting times may be
scheduled through City Hall by calling 707-746-4200.
7.
PROCLAMATIONS
8.
APPOINTMENTS
9.
PRESENTATIONS
9.A
CALTRANS DISTRICT 4 (BAY AREA) UPCOMING CONSTRUCTION PROJECT -
SURFACE REPLACEMENT ON THE WESTBOUND I-80 SECTION OF THE AL
ZAMPA BRIDGE
10.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
11.
OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS
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How to Submit Public Comments for this City Council meeting:
Besides appearing in person and offering public comments, members of the public may
provide public comment via Zoom, or …
Tue Jul 7, 2026
City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments
Council reviews bridge rehabilitation and business license tax modernization
The City Council is reviewing presentations regarding the I-80 Westbound Carquinez (Al Zampa) Bridge Deck Rehabilitation and Business License Tax Modernization. This document contains supplemental handouts and public comments for the July 7, 2026 meeting.
- Presentation on I-80 Westbound Carquinez (Al Zampa) Bridge Deck Rehabilitation
- Presentation on Business License Tax Modernization
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BENICIA CITY COUNCIL HANDOUTS, POWERPOINTS AND WRITTEN PUBLIC
COMMENTS
CITY COUNCIL HANDOUTS, POWERPOINTS AND WRITTEN PUBLIC
COMMENTS
July
7, 2026
6:00 PM
HANDOUT PACKET INFORMATION
Any agenda related public documents received after the Agenda Packet has been published
are available in the Handout Packet.
POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONS
PRESENTATION - I-80 WESTBOUND CARQUINEZ (AL ZAMPA) BRIDGE DECK
REHABILITATION
PowerPoint - I-80 Westbound Carquinez (Al Zampa) Bridge Deck Rehabilitation
PRESENTATION - BUSINESS LICENSE TAX MODERNIZATION
PowerPoint - Business License Tax Modernization
WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS
These comments were received by 2:00 pm on the day of the meeting.
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Public Participation
The City of Benicia welcomes your interest and involvement in the City's legislative process.
Persons wishing to address the Council, Board, Commission or Committee (CBCC) are asked
to voluntarily complete a speaker request form, available at the entrance of Council
Chambers, and submit it to the meeting Secretary/City Clerk. Speakers, addressing the CBCC
at the time the item is considered, are requested to restrict their comments to the item as it
appears on the agenda and stay within the three-minute time limit. The Brown Act does not
permit the CBCC to take action on items brought up during the Public Comment period.
As a courtesy, and technology permitting, members of the public may participate remotely.
Please be advised that those participating in the meeting remotely via Zoom …
Wed Jul 1, 2026
City Council Special Closed Session
City Council holds closed session on anticipated litigation
This is a special closed session meeting of the Benicia City Council. The council will adjourn to closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation, with one potential case noted. No other business is scheduled for open session.
- Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (1 potential case)
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BENICIA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION
SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION MEETING
July
7, 2026
5:00 PM
1.
CALL SPECIAL MEETING TO ORDER
2.
CONVENE OPEN SESSION
3.
ROLL CALL
4.
REFERENCE TO THE FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF THE PUBLIC
A plaque stating the fundamental rights of each member of the public is posted at the
entrance to this meeting room per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open
Government Ordinance.
5.
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR CLOSED SESSION
Public comments on the closed session items must be made in person, they will not be
accepted via Zoom.
6.
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
6.A
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
7.
RECONVENE OPEN SESSION
8.
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM CLOSED SESSION, IF ANY
9.
ADJOURNMENT
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section
54956.9: (1 potential case)
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Public Participation
The City of Benicia welcomes your interest and involvement in the City's legislative process.
Persons wishing to address the Council, Board, Commission or Committee (CBCC) are asked
to voluntarily complete a speaker request form, available at the entrance of Council
Chambers, and submit it to the meeting Secretary/City Clerk. Speakers, addressing the CBCC
at the time the item is considered, are requested to restrict their comments to the item as it
appears on the agenda and stay within the three-minute time limit. The Brown Act does not
permit the CBCC to take action on items brought up during the Publi …
Mon Jun 29, 2026
Community Services Commission Meeting - CANCELED
Benicia Community Services Commission meeting canceled
The July 8, 2026 regular Community Services Commission Meeting has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2026. The agenda is otherwise procedural boilerplate.
- Meeting canceled; no business conducted
- Next regular meeting: September 9, 2026
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BENICIA COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING - CANCELED
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING CANCELLATION NOTICE
July
8, 2026
6:00 PM
CANCELED - COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING
The July 8, 2026 regular Community Services Commission Meeting has been canceled.
NEXT REGULAR MEETING
The next regular meeting is scheduled on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
Agendas can be viewed by visiting https://www.ci.benicia.ca.us/agendas.
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Public Participation
The City of Benicia welcomes your interest and involvement in the City's legislative process.
Persons wishing to address the Council, Board, Commission or Committee (CBCC) are asked
to voluntarily complete a speaker request form, available at the entrance of Council
Chambers, and submit it to the meeting Secretary/City Clerk. Speakers, addressing the CBCC
at the time the item is considered, are requested to restrict their comments to the item as it
appears on the agenda and stay within the three-minute time limit. The Brown Act does not
permit the CBCC to take action on items brought up during the Public Comment period.
As a courtesy, and technology permitting, members of the public may participate remotely.
Please be advised that those participating in the meeting remotely via Zoom do so at their own
risk. Meetings will not be cancelled due to technical difficulties. The meeting can also be
observed on Cable T.V. Broadcast - Check with your cable provider for your local government
broadcast channel, or livestream online at …
Fri Jun 26, 2026
Historic Preservation Review Commission Handout Packet
Design review for third-floor addition at 469 West J Street
The Historic Preservation Review Commission holds a public hearing to decide on a design review application for a third-floor addition and exterior alterations to a non-historic residence at 469 West J Street. The project would raise the roof height by five feet and expand the structure north and west. Staff recommends approval, finding the proposal consistent with Downtown Historic District guidelines. One public comment opposed the project, arguing it could erode the district's historic character.
- Proposed third-floor addition (1,630 sq ft) and rear/side expansion at 469 West J Street
- Structure height would increase from 24'6" to 29'6" at roof peak; wall height from 16'6" to 24'6"
- Project includes new rear deck, third-floor balcony, expanded garage door, and new windows
- Staff analysis finds compliance with RS district standards and DHCP guidelines
- One written public comment received expressing concern about preserving historic district character
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BENICIA HISTORIC PRESERVATION REVIEW COMMISSION HANDOUTS,
POWERPOINTS AND WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS
HISTORIC PRESERVATION REVIEW COMMISSION HANDOUTS, POWERPOINTS
AND WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS
June 25, 2026
6:30 PM
Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers
250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
HANDOUT PACKET INFORMATION
Any agenda related public documents received after the Agenda Packet has been published in
available in the Handout Packet.
POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONS
PowerPoint Presentations
Item 9.A PowerPoint Presentation
WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS
Written Public Comment
Ward Item 9.A Comment
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Public Participation
The City of Benicia welcomes your interest and involvement in the City's legislative process.
Persons wishing to address the Council, Board, Commission or Committee (CBCC) are asked
to voluntarily complete a speaker request form, available at the entrance of Council
Chambers, and submit it to the meeting Secretary/City Clerk. Speakers, addressing the CBCC
at the time the item is considered, are requested to restrict their comments to the item as it
appears on the agenda and stay within the three-minute time limit. The Brown Act does not
permit the CBCC to take action on items brought up during the Public Comment period.
As a courtesy, and technology permitting, members of the public may participate remotely.
Please be advised that those participating in the meeting remotely via Zoom do so at their own
risk. Meetings will not be cancelled due to technical difficulties. The …
Thu Jun 25, 2026
Historic Preservation Review Commission
Commission reviews design changes for residence at 469 West J Street
The Historic Preservation Review Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a design review for a non-historic residence. The body is deciding whether to approve a third-floor addition and exterior alterations at 469 West J Street.
- Design Review for third-floor addition and exterior alterations at 469 West J Street
- Approval of minutes from February 26, 2026
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BENICIA HISTORIC PRESERVATION REVIEW COMMISSION
HISTORIC PRESERVATION REVIEW COMMISSION
AGENDA
June 25, 2026
6:30 PM
Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers
250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.
REFERENCE TO FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF PUBLIC
The fundamental rights of each member of the public can be found in the municipal code
posted on the City's website and on a plaque that is posted at the entrance to this
meeting per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open Government Ordinance.
5.
PRESENTATIONS
6.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
7.
OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wishing to address the Commission
on any matter not on the agenda that is within the subject jurisdiction of the Historic
Preservation Review Commission. State law prohibits the Historic Preservation Review
Commission from responding to or acting upon matters not listed on the agenda.
Each Speaker has a maximum of three minutes for public comment. If others have
already expressed your position, you may simply indicate that you agree with a previous
speaker. If applicable, a spokesperson may present the views of your entire group.
Speakers may not make personal attacks on commission members, staff or members of
the public or make comments which are slanderous or which may invade an individual's
personal privacy.
A. Public Comment
B. Written
8.
CONSENT CALENDAR
8.A
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM FEBRUARY 26, 2026
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Tue Jun 23, 2026
City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments
Marina breakwater repair contract award among presentations
This handout packet contains PowerPoint presentations and written public comments for the June 23, 2026 City Council meeting. Items include the 2026 Arts and Culture Annual Report, a proposed limited charter and RPTT, the Industrial Health and Safety Program annual report, and the award of a construction contract for Benicia Marina Breakwater Repairs. A written comment on RPTT and the midcycle carryover budget is also included.
- Presentation: 2026 Arts and Culture Annual Report
- Presentation: Proposed Limited Charter & RPTT
- Presentation: Industrial Health and Safety Program 2026 Annual Performance Review
- Presentation: Award of Construction Contract - Benicia Marina Breakwater Repairs
- Written comment: Gartrell on RPTT and Midcycle Carryover Budget (redacted)
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BENICIA CITY COUNCIL HANDOUTS, POWERPOINTS AND WRITTEN PUBLIC
COMMENTS
CITY COUNCIL HANDOUTS, POWERPOINTS AND WRITTEN PUBLIC
COMMENTS
June 23, 2026
6:00 PM
HANDOUT PACKET INFORMATION
Any agenda related public documents received after the Agenda Packet has been published
are available in the Handout Packet.
POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONS
PRESENTATION - 2026 ARTS AND CULTURE ANNUAL REPORT
PowerPoint - 2026 ACC Annual Report
PRESENTATION - PROPOSED LIMITED CHARTER & RPTT
PowerPoint - Proposed Limited Charter & RPTT
PRESENTATION - INDUSTRIAL HEALTH AND SAFETY PROGRAM 2026 ANNUAL
PERFORMANCE REVIEW AND EVALUATION REPORT
PowerPoint - Industrial Health and Safety Program 2026 Annual Performance Review
and Evaluation Report
PRESENTATION - AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT - BENICIA MARINA
BREAKWATER REPAIRS
PowerPoint - Award of Construction Contract - Benicia Marina Breakwater Repairs
WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS
These comments were received by 2:00 pm on the day of the meeting.
WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENT
Gartrell - RPTT and Midcycle Carryover Budget_Redacted
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Public Participation
The City of Benicia welcomes your interest and involvement in the City's legislative process.
Persons wishing to address the Council, Board, Commission or Committee (CBCC) are asked
to voluntarily complete a speaker request form, available at the entrance of Council
Chambers, and submit it to the meeting Secretary/City Clerk. Speakers, addressing the CBCC
at the time the item is considered, are requested to restrict …
Tue Jun 23, 2026
City Council
Second hearing on charter city and property transfer tax for November ballot
The City Council will conduct the second public hearing on a proposed limited charter that would change Benicia to a charter city, and provide final direction on a proposed real property transfer tax (RPTT) for the November 3, 2026 ballot. The council will also consider awarding a $3,082,518 construction contract for the Benicia Marina Breakwater Repairs project, and receive an annual performance review of the Industrial Health and Safety Ordinance. A consent calendar item authorizes the Administrative Services Director to amend the FY2026/27 budget for carryover appropriations.
- Second public hearing on proposed limited charter city measure and real property transfer tax for November 2026 ballot
- Award construction contract for Benicia Marina Breakwater Repairs to Power Engineering Construction for $3,082,518
- Annual performance review of Industrial Health and Safety Ordinance
- Midcycle carryover budget delegated authority for fiscal year 2026/27
- Arts and Culture Commission report
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BENICIA CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
June 23, 2026
6:00 PM
Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers
250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
1.
CALL TO ORDER (6:00 P.M.)
2.
CONVENE OPEN SESSION
3.
ROLL CALL
4.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5.
REFERENCE TO THE FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF THE PUBLIC
The fundamental rights of each member of the public can be found in the municipal code
posted on the City's website and on a plaque that is posted at the entrance to this
meeting per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open Government Ordinance.
6.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
7.
PROCLAMATIONS
8.
APPOINTMENTS
9.
PRESENTATIONS
9.A
ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION REPORT
10.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
11.
OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS
How to Submit Public Comments for this City Council meeting:
Besides appearing in person and offering public comments, members of the public may
provide public comment via Zoom, or
to the City Clerk by email at
lwolfe@ci.benicia.ca.us.
Any comment submitted to the City Clerk should indicate to
which item of the agenda the comment relates to. Specific information follows:
- Comments received by 2:00 pm on the day of the meeting
will be electronically
forwarded to the City Council and posted on the City's website.
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12.
WRITTEN COMMENT
13.
PUBLIC COMMENT
14.
CONSENT CALENDAR
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Thu Jun 18, 2026
Industrial Safety Citizen Oversight Commission Handouts
Wed Jun 17, 2026
Industrial Safety Citizen Oversight Commission
Commission reviews annual safety program and considers ordinance amendments
The Industrial Safety Citizen Oversight Commission will receive the Annual Performance Review and Evaluation Report for the city's Industrial Health and Safety program and discuss possible amendments to BMC Sections 8.55.090 and 8.55.220. The meeting also includes a presentation on Benicia's public outreach methods, a vote on the April 15 minutes, and public comment on any agenda items.
- Receive and discuss the Annual Performance Review and Evaluation Report for the Industrial Health and Safety program
- Consider proposed amendments to BMC Section 8.55.090
- Consider proposed amendments to BMC Section 8.55.220
- Presentation by Fire Chief Josh Chadwick on current public outreach methods
- Vote on the minutes from the April 15, 2026 meeting
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BENICIA INDUSTRIAL SAFETY CITIZEN OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
INDUSTRIAL SAFETY CITIZEN OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
AGENDA
June 17, 2026
4:00 PM
Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers 250 East L Street,
Benicia, CA 94510
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.
REFERENCE TO THE FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT OF PUBLIC
The fundamental rights of each member of the public can be found in the municipal code
posted on the City's website and on a plaque that is posted at the entrance to this
meeting per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open Government Ordinance.
5.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
6.
OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wishing to address the Commission
on any matter not on the agenda that is within the subject jurisdiction of the Industrial
Safety Citizen Oversight Commission. State law prohibits the Industrial Safety Citizen
Oversight Commission from responding to or acting upon matters not listed on the
agenda.
Each Speaker has a maximum of three minutes for public comment. If others have
already expressed your position, you may simply indicate that you agree with a previous
speaker. If applicable, a spokesperson may present the views of your entire group.
Speakers may not make personal attacks on commission members, staff or members of
the public or make comments which are slanderous or which may invade an individual's
personal privacy.
A. Public Comment
B. Written
7.
INFORMATION AND PRESENTATIONS
7.A
BENICIA PUBLIC OUTREACH MET …
Tue Jun 16, 2026
City Council
City Council to award $5.28 million pavement rehabilitation contract
The City Council will consider awarding a construction contract for citywide pavement rehabilitation and updating the city's master fee schedule. The body will also review several mayoral appointments to city commissions and boards.
- Award of 2026 Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Project contract to Team Ghilotti, Inc. for $5,283,795
- Public hearings for updates to the Benicia Master Fee Schedule and Fire Department fee amendments
- Agreement with Karla's Janitorial & Suppliers, LLC for citywide custodial services
- Three-year renewal agreement with OpenGov, Inc. for permitting and licensing software
- Resolution supporting Senate Bill 1087, Sustainable Communities Strategy Modernization Act
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BENICIA CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
June 16, 2026
6:00 PM
Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers
250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
1.
CALL TO ORDER (6:00 P.M.)
2.
CONVENE OPEN SESSION
3.
ROLL CALL
4.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5.
REFERENCE TO THE FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF THE PUBLIC
The fundamental rights of each member of the public can be found in the municipal code
posted on the City's website and on a plaque that is posted at the entrance to this
meeting per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open Government Ordinance.
6.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
6.A
MAYOR'S OFFICE HOURS
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Mayor Young maintains an open office on the first and
third Mondays of the month (except holidays) in the Mayor's office of City Hall from
4:30 to 6:00 p.m. No appointment is necessary. Other meeting times may be
scheduled through City Hall by calling 707-746-4200.
7.
PROCLAMATIONS
7.A
PROCLAMATION - JUNETEENTH FREEDOM DAY 2026
8.
APPOINTMENTS
8.A
MAYOR'S REAPPOINTMENT OF GREG WILSON TO THE ARTS AND
CULTURE COMMISSION
8.B
MAYOR'S REAPPOINTMENT OF NEEMA HEKMAT TO THE ARTS AND
CULTURE COMMISSION
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Proclamation - Juneteenth Freedom Day 2026
1. Resolution -
Greg Wilson - Arts and Culture Commission
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8.C
MAYOR'S REAPPOINTMENT OF ELIZABETH O'BRIEN TO THE COMMUNITY
SERVICES COMMISSION
8.D
MAYOR'S A …
Fri Jun 12, 2026
Planning Commission Handout Packet
Planning Commission considers zoning changes and street right-of-way vacation
The Planning Commission is reviewing a request to vacate a portion of East N Street to allow for accessory dwelling units. The body is also considering zoning amendments to permit indoor commercial recreation in limited industrial zones and outdoor food service in mixed-use infill zones.
- Request by JN Properties CA, LLC to vacate ~250 square feet of right-of-way at 650 East N Street
- Proposed zoning amendment to allow indoor commercial recreation (sports training, archery, shooting galleries) in the Limited Industrial Zone
- Proposed zoning amendment to allow outdoor food service ancillary to restaurants in the Mixed-Use Infill Zone
- General Plan consistency determination for the 650 East N Street project
- Public hearing and recommendation for Benicia Municipal Code amendments
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BENICIA PLANNING COMMISSION HANDOUT PACKET
PLANNING COMMISSION HANDOUTS, POWERPOINTS AND WRITTEN PUBLIC
COMMENTS
June 11, 2026
6:00 PM
HANDOUT PACKET INFORMATION
Any agenda related public documents received after the Agenda Packet has been published in
available in the Handout Packet.
POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONS
PowerPoint Presentations
Item 11.A PowerPoint Presentation
Item 11.C PowerPoint Presentation
WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS
MEMORANDA
Memoranda
Memo Item 11.A Staff Report and Resolution Corrections
1
Public Participation
The City of Benicia welcomes your interest and involvement in the City's legislative process.
Persons wishing to address the Council, Board, Commission or Committee (CBCC) are asked
to voluntarily complete a speaker request form, available at the entrance of Council
Chambers, and submit it to the meeting Secretary/City Clerk. Speakers, addressing the CBCC
at the time the item is considered, are requested to restrict their comments to the item as it
appears on the agenda and stay within the three-minute time limit. The Brown Act does not
permit the CBCC to take action on items brought up during the Public Comment period.
As a courtesy, and technology permitting, members of the public may participate remotely.
Please be advised that those participating in the meeting remotely via Zoom do so at their own
risk. Meetings will not be cancelled due to technical difficulties. The meeting can also be
observed on Cable T.V. Broadcast - Check with your cable provider …
Thu Jun 11, 2026
Board of Library Trustees
Board to consider appointment of David Hakim as Poet Laureate
The Board of Library Trustees will review a recommendation to appoint a new Poet Laureate. The meeting also includes reports on library financials, literacy programs, and facilities.
- Proposed appointment of David Hakim as Poet Laureate
- Review of April 2026 financial reports
- Update on the transition of adult literacy services to a partnership with Solano County Library
- Vote on minutes from the May 4, 2026 meeting
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BENICIA BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES AGENDA
June 1, 2026 Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers
6:00 PM
250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 9451
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1.
2
3.
4
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
REFERENCE TO THE FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF PUBLIC
The fundamental rights of each member of the public can be found in the municipal code
posted on the City's website and on a plaque that is posted at the entrance to this
meeting per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open Government Ordinance.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wishing to address the Board of
Library Trustees on any matter not on the agenda that is within the subject jurisdiction of
the Board of Library Trustees. State law prohibits the Board of Library Trustees from
responding to or acting upon matters not listed on the agenda.
Each Speaker has a maximum of three minutes for public comment. If others have
already expressed your position, you may simply indicate that you agree with a previous
speaker. If applicable, a spokesperson may present the views of your entire group.
Speakers may not make personal attacks on the trustees, staff, or members of the public
or make comments which are slanderous, or which may invade an individual's personal
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider zoning code amendments for commercial recreation and outdoor dining
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed code amendments to allow indoor commercial recreation in industrial zones and outdoor food service in the Mixed-Use Infill district. The Commission will also consider a right-of-way vacation at 650 East N Street and adopt the two-year Capital Improvement Program for FY 25/26-26/27. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes from April 9, 2026.
- Public hearing on code amendments to clarify regulations for indoor commercial recreation in Industrial Zoning Districts and outdoor food service in Mixed-Use Infill Zoning District
- Right-of-way vacation at 650 East N Street, recommended for approval as consistent with General Plan
- Adoption of resolution deeming FY 25/26-26/27 Capital Improvement Program consistent with General Plan
- Approval of April 9, 2026 Planning Commission minutes (consent calendar)
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BENICIA PLANNING COMMISSION
PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA
June 11, 2026
6:00 PM
Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers
250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.
REFERENCE TO FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF PUBLIC
The fundamental rights of each member of the public can be found in the municipal code
posted on the City's website and on a plaque that is posted at the entrance to this
meeting per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open Government Ordinance.
5.
PRESENTATIONS
6.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
7.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS
This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wishing to address the Commission
on any matter not on the agenda that is within the subject jurisdiction of the Planning
Commission. State law prohibits the Commission from responding to or acting upon
matters not listed on the agenda.
Each Speaker has a maximum of three minutes for public comment. If others have
already expressed your position, you may simply indicate that you agree with a previous
speaker. If applicable, a spokesperson may present the views of your entire group.
Speakers may not make personal attacks on council members of the public, or make
comments which are slanderous or which may invade an individual's personal privacy.
8.
WRITTEN COMMENT
9.
PUBLIC COMMENT
10.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Items listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted,
approved, or adopted by one motion unless a request for removal or explanation …
Tue Jun 2, 2026
City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments
City Council to review equity, tax study, and water plan presentations
The Benicia City Council will review three presentations: a workshop on values of inclusion and equity, a study on business license taxes, and the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan. Written public comments were also received.
- Presentation on VIBE: Values Inclusion Belonging Equity
- Presentation on Business License Tax Study
- Presentation on 2025 Benicia UWMP City Council
- Written public comments received
- Public participation and meeting procedures
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BENICIA CITY COUNCIL HANDOUTS, POWERPOINTS AND WRITTEN PUBLIC
COMMENTS
CITY COUNCIL HANDOUTS, POWERPOINTS AND WRITTEN PUBLIC
COMMENTS
June
2, 2026
6:00 PM
HANDOUT PACKET INFORMATION
Any agenda related public documents received after the Agenda Packet has been published
are available in the Handout Packet.
POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONS
PRESENTATION - VIBE: VALUES INCLUSION BELONGING EQUITY
PowerPoint - VIBE: Values Inclusion Belonging Equity
PRESENTATION - BUSINESS LICENSE TAX STUDY
PowerPoint - Business License Tax Study
PRESENTATION - 2025 BENICIA UWMP CITY COUNCIL
PowerPoint - 2025 Benicia UWMP City Council
WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS
These comments were received by 2:00 pm on the day of the meeting.
WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENT
Schade - Public Comment_Redacted
Wasserman - Poet Laureate_Redacted
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Persons wishing to address the Council, Board, Commission or Committee (CBCC) are asked
to voluntarily complete a speaker request form, available at the entrance of Council
Chambers, and submit it to the meeting Secretary/City Clerk. Speakers, addressing the CBCC
at the time the item is considered, are requested to restrict their comments to the item as it
appears on the agenda and stay within the three-minute time limit. The Brown Act does not
permit the CBCC to take action on items brought up during the Public Comment period.
As a courtesy, and technology permitting, membe …
Tue Jun 2, 2026
City Council
Council to consider business license tax overhaul for ballot measure
The City Council will discuss selecting a preferred business license tax model and direct staff to prepare a potential ballot measure. Other major items include releasing $1.5 million from pension reserves, adopting the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan, and approving a $1.6 million solar maintenance contract. Consent items include a $58,464 extension for security services at the Lopes Road bypass.
- Business License Tax Modernization – selection of preferred model and direction to prepare ordinance and ballot measure
- Release of $1,547,858 from pension designation for contributions to Section 115 Trust
- Public hearing and adoption of 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan
- Approval of agreement with Opterra Energy Services, LLC for solar maintenance, repairs and upgrades (not to exceed $1,603,200 for five years)
- Consent: Third Amendment with Anvil Security Services for Lopes Road bypass security – $58,464 for 12 additional weeks
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BENICIA CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
June
2, 2026
6:00 PM
Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers
250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
1.
CALL TO ORDER (6:00 P.M.)
2.
CONVENE OPEN SESSION
3.
ROLL CALL
4.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5.
REFERENCE TO THE FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF THE PUBLIC
The fundamental rights of each member of the public can be found in the municipal code
posted on the City's website and on a plaque that is posted at the entrance to this
meeting per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open Government Ordinance.
6.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
6.A
MAYOR'S OFFICE HOURS
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Mayor Young maintains an open office on the first and
third Mondays of the month (except holidays) in the Mayor's office of City Hall from
4:30 to 6:00 p.m. No appointment is necessary. Other meeting times may be
scheduled through City Hall by calling 707-746-4200.
7.
PROCLAMATIONS
7.A
PROCLAMATION - LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER, QUEER
(LGBTQIA+) PRIDE MONTH JUNE 2026
8.
APPOINTMENTS
8.A
CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS; SUBCOMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO
THE MAYOR FOR BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
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Proclamation - LGBTQIA Pride 2026
City Council Appointment Subcommittee Recommendations
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9.
PRESENTATIONS
9.A
VALUES INCLUSION BELONGING EQUITY (V.I.B.E.) …
Thu May 21, 2026
Economic Development Board Meeting - CANCELED
May 27 Economic Development Board meeting canceled; next meeting July 22
The regular Economic Development Board meeting scheduled for May 27, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. The next regular meeting is set for Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
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BENICIA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARD MEETING - CANCELED
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARD MEETING CANCELLATION NOTICE
May 27, 2026
5:30 PM
CANCELED - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARD MEETING
The May 27, 2026 regular Economic Development Board Meeting has been canceled.
NEXT REGULAR MEETING
The next regular meeting is scheduled on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
Agendas can be viewed by visiting https://www.ci.benicia.ca.us/agendas.
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Public Participation
The City of Benicia welcomes your interest and involvement in the City's legislative process.
Persons wishing to address the Council, Board, Commission or Committee (CBCC) are asked
to voluntarily complete a speaker request form, available at the entrance of Council
Chambers, and submit it to the meeting Secretary/City Clerk. Speakers, addressing the CBCC
at the time the item is considered, are requested to restrict their comments to the item as it
appears on the agenda and stay within the three-minute time limit. The Brown Act does not
permit the CBCC to take action on items brought up during the Public Comment period.
As a courtesy, and technology permitting, members of the public may participate remotely.
Please be advised that those participating in the meeting remotely via Zoom do so at their own
risk. Meetings will not be cancelled due to technical difficulties. The meeting can also be
observed on Cable T.V. Broadcast - Check with your cable provider for your local government
broadcast channel, or livestream online at
www.ci.benicia. …
Thu May 21, 2026
Local Tax Oversight Board
Local Tax Oversight Board to review tax revenue as of December 31, 2025
The Local Tax Oversight Board will meet to review and discuss local tax revenue data from the fourth quarter of 2025. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the February 26, 2026 meeting.
- Review of local tax revenue as of December 31, 2025
- Approval of February 26, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
- Review of sales tax reports for Measure C, B, and F
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BENICIA LOCAL TAX OVERSIGHT BOARD
LOCAL TAX OVERSIGHT BOARD
AGENDA
May 21, 2026
10:00 AM
Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers
250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.
REFERENCE TO THE FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF THE PUBLIC
The fundamental rights of each member of the public can be found in the municipal code
posted on the City's website and on a plaque that is posted at the entrance to this
meeting per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open Government Ordinance.
5.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
6.
INFORMATION AND PRESENTATIONS
7.
OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wishing to address the Local Tax
Oversight Board on any matter not on the agenda that is within the subject jurisdiction of
the Local Tax Oversight Board. State law prohibits the Local Tax Oversight Board from
responding to or acting upon matters not listed on the agenda.
Each Speaker has a maximum of three minutes for public comment. If others have
already expressed your position, you may simply indicate that you agree with a previous
speaker. If applicable, a spokesperson may present the views of your entire group.
Speakers may not make personal attacks on the, staff or members of the public or make
comments which are slanderous, or which may invade an individual's personal privacy.
A. Public Comments
B. Written
8.
CONSENT CALENDAR
8.A
Approving February 26, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
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Wed May 20, 2026
City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments
Council receives presentations on franchise agreement, charter/RPTT, budget, and air grant
This meeting consists of handouts, PowerPoint presentations, and written public comments. The Council will receive updates on a franchise agreement, a proposed limited charter and direction on the structure of a Real Property Transfer Tax (RPTT), the REPAIR (Reinvesting Penalties for Air Improvement and Resilience) Opportunity Grant, and the FY 2025-26 Q3 Budget. Written public comments have been submitted by residents on topics including property sales tax, alcohol/tobacco retail, Flock surveillance, and the charter/RPTT. No formal decisions are scheduled.
- Presentation - Franchise Agreement Update
- Presentation - Proposed Limited Charter and Direction on the Structure of RPTT
- Presentation - REPAIR (Reinvesting Penalties for Air Improvement and Resilience) Opportunity Grant
- Presentation - FY 2025-26 Q3 Budget Report
- Written public comments from Gartrell, Hayer, Horton, and Moser
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BENICIA CITY COUNCIL HANDOUTS, POWERPOINTS AND WRITTEN PUBLIC
COMMENTS
CITY COUNCIL HANDOUTS, POWERPOINTS AND WRITTEN PUBLIC
COMMENTS
May 19, 2026
6:00 PM
HANDOUT PACKET INFORMATION
Any agenda related public documents received after the Agenda Packet has been published
are available in the Handout Packet.
POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONS
PRESENTATION - FRANCHISE AGREEMENT UPDATE
PowerPoint - Franchise Agreement Update
PRESENTATION - PROPOSED LIMITED CHARTER AND DIRECTION ON THE
STRUCTURE OF RPTT
PowerPoint - Proposed Limited Charter and Direction on the Structure of a RPTT
PRESENTATION - REPAIR (REINVESTING PENALTIES FOR AIR IMPROVEMENT
AND RESILIENCE) OPPORTUNITY GRANT
PowerPoint - REPAIR (Reinvesting Penalties for Air Improvement and Resilience)
Opportunity Grant
PRESENTATION - FY 2025-26 Q3 BUDGET REPORT
PowerPoint - FY 2025-26 Q3 Budget Report Presentation
WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS
These comments were received by 2:00 pm on the day of the meeting.
WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENT
Gartrell - Tax on Property Sales_Redacted
Hayer - Alcoholic Beverage and Tobacco Retail
Horton - Flock_Redacted
Moser - Charter and RPTT_Redacted
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Persons wishing to address the Council, Board, Commission or Committee (CBCC) are asked
to voluntarily complete a speaker request form, available at the entrance of Council
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Wed May 20, 2026
City Council - CANCELED
May 26, 2026 Benicia City Council meeting canceled
The May 26, 2026 regular City Council meeting has been canceled. No items were scheduled for discussion or decision. The next regular meeting is June 2, 2026.
- Regular City Council meeting canceled
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BENICIA CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL MEETING CANCELLATION NOTICE
May 26, 2026
6:00 PM
Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers
250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
CANCELED - CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The May 26, 2026 Regular City Council meeting has been canceled.
NEXT REGULAR MEETING
The next regular meeting is scheduled on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.
Agendas can be viewed by visiting www.ci.benicia.ca.us/agendas.
1
Public Participation
The City of Benicia welcomes your interest and involvement in the City's legislative process.
Persons wishing to address the Council, Board, Commission or Committee (CBCC) are asked
to voluntarily complete a speaker request form, available at the entrance of Council
Chambers, and submit it to the meeting Secretary/City Clerk. Speakers, addressing the CBCC
at the time the item is considered, are requested to restrict their comments to the item as it
appears on the agenda and stay within the three-minute time limit. The Brown Act does not
permit the CBCC to take action on items brought up during the Public Comment period.
As a courtesy, and technology permitting, members of the public may participate remotely.
Please be advised that those participating in the meeting remotely via Zoom do so at their own
risk. Meetings will not be cancelled due to technical difficulties. The meeting can also be
observed on Cable T.V. Broadcast - Check with your cable provider for your local government
broadcast channel, or livestream online at
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Tue May 19, 2026
City Council
Public hearing on charter city status and property transfer tax
The Benicia City Council will hold the first of two public hearings on a proposed limited charter city measure and a real property transfer tax, both intended for the November 3, 2026 ballot. The council will also consider authorizing submission of up to $5 million in Bay Area Air District REPAIR grant applications, approving several contracts and budget amendments, and discussing regulations on alcohol and tobacco retail.
- Public hearing on proposed limited charter city status and real property transfer tax (RPTT) for November 2026 ballot
- Authorization to submit $5 million Bay Area Air District REPAIR Opportunity Grant and serve as co-applicant for community partners
- Direction on whether to fly Rainbow Pride Flag and Juneteenth Liberation Flag in June 2026
- Approval of fourth amendment to Stantec master agreement, increasing not-to-exceed amount from $450,000 to $633,000
- Approval of Task Order No. 2 with Consor North America for construction management services on 2026 Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Project ($325,656.72)
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BENICIA CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
May 19, 2026
6:00 PM
Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers
250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
1.
CALL TO ORDER (6:00 P.M.)
2.
CONVENE OPEN SESSION
3.
ROLL CALL
4.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5.
REFERENCE TO THE FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF THE PUBLIC
The fundamental rights of each member of the public can be found in the municipal code
posted on the City's website and on a plaque that is posted at the entrance to this
meeting per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open Government Ordinance.
6.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
6.A
MAYOR'S OFFICE HOURS
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Mayor Young maintains an open office on the first and
third Mondays of the month (except holidays) in the Mayor's office of City Hall from
4:30 to 6:00 p.m. No appointment is necessary. Other meeting times may be
scheduled through City Hall by calling 707-746-4200.
7.
PROCLAMATIONS
8.
APPOINTMENTS
9.
PRESENTATIONS
9.A
FRANCHISE AGREEMENT UPDATE
10.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
11.
OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS
How to Submit Public Comments for this City Council meeting:
Besides appearing in person and offering public comments, members of the public may
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provide public comment via Zoom, or
to the City Clerk by email at
lwolfe@ci.benicia.ca.us.
Any comment submitted to the City Clerk should indica …
Wed May 13, 2026
City Council Special Closed Session
City Council to hold closed session on labor negotiations and performance evaluation
The City Council will meet in a special closed session to discuss labor negotiations and a public employee performance evaluation. The session includes representatives from various city employee associations and the City Manager.
- Conference with labor negotiators for multiple employee associations, including police, fire, and dispatchers
- Performance evaluation of the City Manager
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BENICIA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION
SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION MEETING
May 19, 2026
5:00 PM
1.
CALL SPECIAL MEETING TO ORDER
2.
CONVENE OPEN SESSION
3.
ROLL CALL
4.
REFERENCE TO THE FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF THE PUBLIC
A plaque stating the fundamental rights of each member of the public is posted at the
entrance to this meeting room per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open
Government Ordinance.
5.
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR CLOSED SESSION
Public comments on the closed session items must be made in person, they will not be
accepted via Zoom.
6.
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
6.A
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
6.B
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
7.
RECONVENE OPEN SESSION
8.
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM CLOSED SESSION, IF ANY
9.
ADJOURNMENT
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 Agency designated representatives: City
Manager, Human Resources Manager Employee Organization: Benicia Police Officers
Association, Benicia Public Service Employees Association, Benicia Fire Fighters
Association, Benicia Dispatchers Association, Benicia Supervisor and Professional
Association, Middle Management Employees, Police Management Employees, Senior
Management Employees, and Unrepresented Employees
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 Title: City Manager
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Public Participation
The City of Benicia welcomes your interest and involvement in the City's legislative process.
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to vo …
Wed May 6, 2026
Industrial Safety Citizen Oversight Commission Handouts
ISCOC to hear vape recycling and air monitoring presentations
The Industrial Safety Citizen Oversight Commission is meeting to receive handout materials including PowerPoint presentations on a vape recycling program by NetZero360 and the Benicia Community Air Monitoring Program, as well as written public comments. The agenda consists of information items and public comment, with no proposed decisions or votes.
- NetZero360 Sustainable Waste Solutions presentation on Vape Recycling and Collection Program
- Benicia Community Air Monitoring Program presentation
- Written public comments received
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BENICIA INDUSTRIAL SAFETY CITIZEN OVERSIGHT COMMISSION HANDOUTS
ISCOC POWERPOINTS AND WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS
April 15, 2026
4:00 PM
HANDOUT PACKET INFORMATION
Any agenda related public documents received after the Agenda Packet has been published
are available in the Handout Packet.
POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONS
NETZERO360 SUSTAINABLE WASTE SOLUTIONS - VAPE RECYCLING AND
COLLECTION PROGRAM
Vape Recycling and Collection Program
BENICIA COMMUNITY AIR MONITORING PROGRAM PRESENTATION - BENICIA
AIR MONITORING PROGRAM
Benicia Air Monitoring Program
WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS
1
Public Participation
The City of Benicia welcomes your interest and involvement in the City's legislative process.
Persons wishing to address the Council, Board, Commission or Committee (CBCC) are asked
to voluntarily complete a speaker request form, available at the entrance of Council
Chambers, and submit it to the meeting Secretary/City Clerk. Speakers, addressing the CBCC
at the time the item is considered, are requested to restrict their comments to the item as it
appears on the agenda and stay within the three-minute time limit. The Brown Act does not
permit the CBCC to take action on items brought up during the Public Comment period.
As a courtesy, and technology permitting, members of the public may participate remotely.
Please be advised that those participating in the meeting remotely via Zoom do so at their own
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Tue May 5, 2026
City Council Handouts, PowerPoints and Written Public Comments
Council to review annual financial report, pavement rehab, and senior housing
This meeting consists of presentations and written public comments. Items include the annual comprehensive financial report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, a 2027 citywide pavement rehabilitation project streets list, and a Benicia senior affordable housing presentation. No formal decisions are scheduled; the council is receiving information.
- Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2025 (CLA audit presentation and city presentation)
- 2027 Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Project streets list
- Benicia Senior Affordable Housing presentation
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BENICIA CITY COUNCIL HANDOUTS, POWERPOINTS AND WRITTEN PUBLIC
COMMENTS
CITY COUNCIL HANDOUTS, POWERPOINTS AND WRITTEN PUBLIC
COMMENTS
May
5, 2026
6:00 PM
HANDOUT PACKET INFORMATION
Any agenda related public documents received after the Agenda Packet has been published
are available in the Handout Packet.
POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONS
PRESENTATIONS - ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT FISCAL
YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2025
PowerPoint - CLA Presentation of Audit Reports June 30, 2025
PowerPoint - City Presentation of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report Fiscal Year
Ended June 30, 2025.pdf
PRESENTATION - 2027 CITYWIDE PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT
STREETS LIST
PowerPoint - 2027 Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Project Streets List
PRESENTATION - BENICIA SENIOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING
PowerPoint - Benicia Senior Affordable Housing
WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS
These comments were received by 2:00 pm on the day of the meeting.
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Public Participation
The City of Benicia welcomes your interest and involvement in the City's legislative process.
Persons wishing to address the Council, Board, Commission or Committee (CBCC) are asked
to voluntarily complete a speaker request form, available at the entrance of Council
Chambers, and submit it to the meeting Secretary/City Clerk. Speakers, addressing the CBCC
at the time the item is considered, are requested to restrict their comments to the item as it
appears on the agenda and stay within the three-minute time limit. The Brown Act does not
permit …
Tue May 5, 2026
City Council
Council to vote on affordable senior housing development agreement near downtown Benicia
The Benicia City Council will consider a disposition and development agreement for a senior affordable housing project at the Senior Center site (187 East L Street) and an adjacent vacant parcel. Other business includes approving a list of streets for the 2027 Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Project funded by Measure F and SB 1, accepting the annual financial report, and approving a water transfer agreement. The consent calendar includes a budget amendment for $76,144 in grant-funded fire extrication tools and updates to salary schedules and conflict of interest rules.
- Disposition and Development Agreement for Benicia Senior Affordable Housing at 187 East L Street and northeast corner of East 4th and East L Streets
- Approval of 2026 State Water Project water transfer letter for sale of excess untreated water supply
- Budget amendment to increase Fire Department appropriations by $76,144 for grant-funded Holmatro extrication tools
- Approval of list of streets for 2027 Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Project using Measure F and SB 1 funding
- Acceptance of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2025
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BENICIA CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
May
5, 2026
6:00 PM
Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers
250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
1.
CALL TO ORDER (6:00 P.M.)
2.
CONVENE OPEN SESSION
3.
ROLL CALL
4.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5.
REFERENCE TO THE FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF THE PUBLIC
The fundamental rights of each member of the public can be found in the municipal code
posted on the City's website and on a plaque that is posted at the entrance to this
meeting per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open Government Ordinance.
6.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
6.A
MAYOR'S OFFICE HOURS
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Mayor Young maintains an open office on the first and
third Mondays of the month (except holidays) in the Mayor's office of City Hall from
4:30 to 6:00 p.m. No appointment is necessary. Other meeting times may be
scheduled through City Hall by calling 707-746-4200.
7.
PROCLAMATIONS
8.
APPOINTMENTS
9.
PRESENTATIONS
10.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
11.
OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS
How to Submit Public Comments for this City Council meeting:
Besides appearing in person and offering public comments, members of the public may
provide public comment via Zoom, or
to the City Clerk by email at
lwolfe@ci.benicia.ca.us.
Any comment submitted to the City Clerk should indicate to
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Mon May 4, 2026
Board of Library Trustees
Benicia Library Trustees meet to review minutes and reports
The Benicia Board of Library Trustees will convene to review the minutes from the April 6, 2026 meeting and receive monthly reports from the President, City Librarian, and various liaisons.
- Review and vote on April 6, 2026 meeting minutes
- Report from President Hickey
- Report from City Librarian
- Reports from Board Liaisons
- Report on Volunteers and Outreach for 2025
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BENICIA BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES
AGENDA
May
4, 2026
6:00 PM
Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers
250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 9451
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.
REFERENCE TO THE FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF PUBLIC
The fundamental rights of each member of the public can be found in the municipal code
posted on the City's website and on a plaque that is posted at the entrance to this
meeting per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open Government Ordinance.
5.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
6.
OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wishing to address the Board of
Library Trustees on any matter not on the agenda that is within the subject jurisdiction of
the Board of Library Trustees. State law prohibits the Board of Library Trustees from
responding to or acting upon matters not listed on the agenda.
Each Speaker has a maximum of three minutes for public comment. If others have
already expressed your position, you may simply indicate that you agree with a previous
speaker. If applicable, a spokesperson may present the views of your entire group.
Speakers may not make personal attacks on the trustees, staff, or members of the public
or make comments which are slanderous, or which may invade an individual's personal
privacy.
A. Public Comments
B. Written
7.
INFORMATION AND PRESENTATIONS
7.A
VOLUNTEER AND OUTREACH
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Julia Butler will give her report on Volunteers and
Outreach …
Tue Apr 28, 2026
Zoning Administrator Hearing
Parcel split hearing continued for 1112 East Sixth Street
The Zoning Administrator will hold a continued public hearing on a parcel map application to subdivide a 0.57-acre lot at 1112 East Sixth Street and 607-623 East K Street into two parcels. No new development is proposed; the existing apartment buildings would remain. The item was continued from the April 7, 2026 hearing.
- Parcel map to create two parcels from a 0.57-acre lot zoned Medium Density Residential (RM)
- Proposed Parcel A: 0.262 acres with existing eight-unit apartment at 1112 East Sixth Street
- Proposed Parcel B: 0.313 acres with two four-unit apartments at 607-623 East K Street
- Determination that the project is exempt from CEQA
- Recommended action: approval of parcel split (PLN-25-15)
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BENICIA ZONING ADMINISTRATOR HEARING
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR HEARING
AGENDA
April 28, 2026
9:30 AM
City Hall Council Chambers
1.
INTRODUCTIONS
2.
REVIEW OF AGENDA
3.
REFERENCE TO FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF PUBLIC
The fundamental rights of each member of the public can be found in the municipal code
posted on the City's website per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open
Government Ordinance.
4.
PUBLIC HEARING
4.A
Parcel Map Application to Create Two Parcels and Determination that the Project
is Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
RECOMMENDED ACTION: This item was continued from the Zoning
Administrator Hearing of April 7, 2026 to April 28, 2026.
The applicant requests a
parcel map to subdivide an existing 0.57-acre parcel into two separate parcels
(Parcel A and Parcel B). The property is zoned Medium Density Residential (RM).
Proposed Parcel A contains approximately 0.262 acres, with an existing eight-unit
residential apartment building addressed as 1112 East Sixth Street. Proposed
Parcel B contains approximately 0.313 acres, with two existing four-unit residential
apartment buildings addressed as 607 - 623 East K Street. No development or
change in use is being proposed for either property.
RECOMMENDATION: A
decision of the Zoning Administrator of the City of Benicia approving a parcel split
located at 1112 East Sixth Street (APN 0088-163-200) (PLN-25-15).
5.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM AUDIENCE
6.
ADJOURNMENT
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City Council
Council considers placing city charter and property transfer tax on November 2026 ballot
The City Council will discuss placing a limited city charter and a real property transfer tax on the November 2026 ballot. The meeting also includes an informational workshop regarding the modernization of business license taxes.
- Proposed limited city charter and real property transfer tax ballot measures for November 2026
- Informational workshop on Business License Tax Modernization
- Proclamation for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
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BENICIA CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
April 28, 2026
6:00 PM
Benicia City Hall, Council Chambers
250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
1.
CALL TO ORDER (6:00 P.M.)
2.
CONVENE OPEN SESSION
3.
ROLL CALL
4.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5.
REFERENCE TO THE FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF THE PUBLIC
The fundamental rights of each member of the public can be found in the municipal code
posted on the City's website and on a plaque that is posted at the entrance to this
meeting per section 4.04.030 of the City of Benicia's Open Government Ordinance.
6.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
7.
PROCLAMATIONS
7.A
PROCLAMATION - SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH - APRIL 2026
8.
APPOINTMENTS
9.
PRESENTATIONS
10.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
11.
OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS
How to Submit Public Comments for this City Council meeting:
Besides appearing in person and offering public comments, members of the public may
provide public comment via Zoom, or
to the City Clerk by email at
lwolfe@ci.benicia.ca.us.
Any comment submitted to the City Clerk should indicate to
which item of the agenda the comment relates to. Specific information follows:
- Comments received by 2:00 pm on the day of the meeting
will be electronically
forwarded to the City Council and posted on the City's website.
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Solano County)
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Traffic fatalities3 (2023)
Business establishments7,755 (122,010 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,420/mo (396 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy23.1% (low numeracy 31% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$97.8M
Spending$86.4M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
The money — out
source: city procurement & payrollWho the city actually cuts checks to.
459 employees on the public payroll — every position and salary is public record.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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