San Leandro public meetings in 2022
89 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Youth Advisory Commission
The Commission approved the meeting agenda and scheduled a fundraiser event. Members discussed road safety with the Engineering and Transportation Department and planned a Valentine's Day event for seniors.
- Approved agenda as submitted (13-0-0)
- Tabled approval of December 6, 2022 minutes for roll call edit (13-0-0)
- Agreed to host Chipotle fundraiser on Wednesday, March 15, 2023
- Agreed to plan a Valentine's Day themed event with Carlton Senior Living San Leandro
City Council
The City Council approved an ordinance to amend the zoning map and code for the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update. Other key actions included approving several labor Memorandums of Understanding and funding for park improvements and workforce development.
- Approved zoning map and code amendments for 2023-2031 Housing Element Update (7-0)
- Approved $600,000 agreement with Year Up, Inc. for workforce development interns (7-0)
- Approved funding and fund transfers for Memorial Park Improvement Project (7-0)
- Approved third amendment to Shoreline Development Project agreement and promissory note (6-0, 1 recused)
- Approved San Leandro Police Management Association MOU through June 30, 2028 (7-0)
- Approved San Leandro Management Organization MOU through June 30, 2028 (7-0)
- Approved $122,230 amendment for street overlay/rehabilitation design services (7-0)
- Approved legal services agreement extension with Meyers Nave through 2029 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (24 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council approved a resolution declaring the results of the General Municipal Election held on November 8, 2022. Following the resolution, oaths of office were administered to the incoming Mayor and Councilmembers.
- Approved resolution declaring results of November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Youth Advisory Commission
The commission approved the December 6, 2022 agenda and the November 15, 2022 minutes. Members discussed potential dates for a Chipotle fundraiser and themes for an outdoor movie night. No other formal actions were taken.
- Approved December 6, 2022 agenda (20-0-0)
- Approved November 15, 2022 minutes (20-0-0)
City Council
The City Council approved the 2023-2031 Housing Element and related General Plan and zoning amendments. Other key actions included adopting the 2022 California Building Standards Code and merging two city commissions. The Council also approved several library grants and a police officers' union agreement.
- Adopted 2023-2031 Housing Element and General Plan updates (6-0)
- Adopted 2022 California Building Standards Code and 2018 International Property Maintenance Code (6-0)
- Approved merger of Arts Commission and Library Historical Commission into Arts, Culture & Library Commission (5-1)
- Approved $646,640 construction contract for Washington-Chapman Railroad Crossing Improvements (6-0)
- Approved San Leandro Police Officers’ Association MOU for Jan 1, 2023 - June 30, 2028 (6-0)
- Authorized $4,079,701 grant for Mulford-Marina Branch Library improvements (6-0)
- Authorized $316,516 grant for Main Branch Library improvements (6-0)
- Authorized $128,280 grant for Manor Branch Library improvements (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
City Council
The City Council approved the Crosstown Corridor Study along Bancroft Avenue and Williams Street. Council also voted to merge the Arts Commission and Library Historical Commission into a new Arts, Culture & Library Commission. Several administrative contracts and funding policies were approved via the consent calendar.
- Approved Crosstown Corridor Study along Bancroft Avenue and Williams Street (7-0)
- Approved merger of Arts Commission and Library Historical Commission into Arts, Culture & Library Commission (6-1)
- Approved $200,815.40 agreement with Brightly Software, Inc. for facility assessment and software (7-0)
- Approved transfer of $8,222,725 in set-aside funds to the Pension Trust (7-0)
- Approved legal services agreement with Castillo, Moriarty, Tran & Robinson for tort litigation (7-0)
- Approved West San Leandro Shuttle BID Annual Report and CPI-based assessment rate increase (7-0)
- Tabled agreement with Vice Genderless Widget Software for $135,125 until December 19, 2022 (7-0)
- Approved motion to bring back urgency ordinance to amend City Clerk function (4-3)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments approved two resolutions recommending that the City Council certify a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report and adopt the 2023-2031 Housing Element. The recommendations include amendments to the 2035 General Plan, the Zoning Map, and the Zoning Code.
- Approved Resolution 2022-009 recommending City Council certify the Supplemental EIR for the 2023-2031 Housing Element and General Plan Update (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-010 recommending City Council adopt the 2023-2031 Housing Element and related General Plan, Zoning Map, and Zoning Code amendments (5-0)
- Received and filed November 3, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission approved an application for the San Leandro Art Association to display art at the Senior Community Center. The commission also voted to include the November 2022 Age-Friendly Proclamation in the City's Time Capsule and to invite city leadership to future meetings.
- Approved San Leandro Art Association application to display art January-June 2023 (6-0)
- Approved invitation for Chief Pridgen, City Manager Robustelli, and the Mayor to speak at upcoming meetings (6-0)
- Approved inclusion of November 2022 Age-Friendly Proclamation in City's Time Capsule (6-0)
- Approved October 20, 2022 draft minutes (6-0)
Youth Advisory Commission
The Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 1, 2022. Members discussed road safety, a potential Chipotle fundraiser, and an outdoor movie night for May 12, 2023. The Chair requested the formation of a special committee to act as a liaison with TAGS.
- Approved agenda as submitted (21-0-0)
- Approved November 1, 2022 minutes (21-0-0)
Personnel Relations Board
The Board approved revisions to several management job specifications and the creation of two new roles. These changes define the required skills and duties for specific city positions.
- Approved new Lifeguard and revised Recreation Leader classifications (5-0)
- Approved revised Assistant City Manager classification (5-0)
- Approved revised Deputy City Manager classification (5-0)
- Approved revised City Clerk classification (5-0)
- Approved revised Public Information Officer classification (5-0)
- Approved revised Chief Technology Officer classification (5-0)
- Approved new Assistant Chief Technology Officer classification (5-0)
- Approved revised Information Technology Manager, Human Resources Director, Human Resources Manager, and Senior Human Resources Analyst classifications (5-0)
City Council
The City Council approved the adoption of the 2022 California Building Standards Code and the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code. Other actions included authorizing several city service contracts and approving a license for EV charging stations at the Main Library.
- Adopted 2022 California Building Standards Code and 2018 International Property Maintenance Code (7-0)
- Approved license agreement for EV fast charging stations at Main Library (7-0)
- Approved $536,362 roof restoration contract with Garland/DBS, Inc. (7-0)
- Approved $335,660 tree purchase agreement with Devil Mountain Nursery (7-0)
- Approved $149,800 consulting agreement with NBS Government Finance Group (7-0)
- Approved $126,169 tree trimming amendment with Bay Area Tree Specialists (7-0)
- Appropriated $322,347.89 from Measure B and Measure BB for Paratransit (7-0)
- Passed to print ordinances to establish compensation for Councilmembers and the Mayor (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board of Zoning Adjustments approved a Conditional Use Permit and Major Site Plan Review for the Harmony Health & Wellness Center. The project includes reduced parking at the 2100 Orchard Ave site.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit and Major Site Plan Review for health and fitness center at 2100 Orchard Ave (4-0-1)
- Received and filed October 6, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Committee reviewed a presentation on the Crosstown Corridor Study. Members requested that staff involve local school districts in planning and provide project maps for the next meeting.
- Requested local school district involvement in planning (Mayor Cutter, Councilmember Azevedo, Councilmember Cox)
- Requested bike safety clinics be involved in planning (Mayor Cutter)
- Requested project maps be provided for the next meeting (Mayor Cutter)
Youth Advisory Commission
The Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 18, 2022. Members discussed potential partnerships with Teen Advocacy Going Strong (TAGS), fundraising ideas, and the possibility of lowering the voting age. No formal actions were taken on these discussion items.
- Approved November 1, 2022 agenda (21-0-0)
- Approved October 18, 2022 minutes (21-0-0)
Human Services Commission
The Commission approved the updated CDBG/CAP grant timeline. Members also reviewed the draft Request for Proposals (RFP) and scoring rubric for next year's community assistance grants.
- Approved October 26, 2022 agenda (6-0)
- Approved September 28, 2022 minutes (6-0)
- Approved updated CDBG/CAP grant timeline (6-0)
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission approved extending the deadline for the Age-Friendly Survey to February 28, 2023, and received updates on the Age-Friendly Action Plan, including a draft submission deadline and a City Council resolution scheduled for November 7. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and minutes from September 15, 2022, and heard public comments from two residents. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda of October 20, 2022 (8-0)
- Approved minutes of September 15, 2022 (8-0)
- Approved extension of Age-Friendly Survey deadline to February 28, 2023 (7-0)
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission met on October 18, 2022, and approved the agenda and minutes from June 7, 2022. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on reviewing the upcoming calendar, discussing a potential fundraiser at the Pumpkin Splash event, and hearing a commissioner's interest in advocating for lowering the voting age.
- Approved agenda for October 18, 2022 (21-0-0, 6 absent)
- Approved minutes from June 7, 2022 (21-0-0, 6 absent)
City Council
The council approved a consent calendar including a $37,290 consulting agreement with Terraphase Engineering for a climate vulnerability assessment and flooding plan at the Tony Lema Landfill site. They also adopted the 2022 San Leandro Local Roadway Safety Plan and extended the purchase agreement for the Nimitz Motel. A motion to require monthly reimbursement disclosures failed 3-4.
- Approved $37,290 consulting agreement with Terraphase Engineering for climate vulnerability assessment at Tony Lema Landfill (7-0)
- Adopted 2022 San Leandro Local Roadway Safety Plan (7-0)
- Approved extension of purchase and sale agreement for Nimitz Motel at 555 Lewelling Blvd (7-0)
- Approved $95,105 California Library Literacy Services grant for Project Literacy (7-0)
- Approved $57,103 amendment for Washington Manor Park irrigation well replacement (7-0)
- Approved $33,000 amendment for security services at city facilities (7-0)
- Approved $39,900 consulting agreement with Baker Tilly for Engineering and Transportation Department review (7-0)
- Motion to require monthly reimbursement disclosures failed (3-4)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments continued the election of a new chair and vice-chair to January 2023. They approved a conditional use permit for a 480-square-foot addition to a nonconforming single-family residence at 341 MacArthur Blvd. The July 7, 2022 minutes were received and filed. No public comments were made.
- Continued election of chair and vice-chair to January 2023 (5-0, 2 absent)
- Approved conditional use permit for 480 sq ft addition at 341 MacArthur Blvd (5-0, 2 absent)
- Received and filed July 7, 2022 minutes (5-0, 2 absent)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities and Transportation Committee met on October 5, 2022, and discussed three items: the 2022 Local Roadway Safety Plan, Lake Chabot Road, and Shoreline Park updates. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the committee provided direction to staff on community outreach and use of QR codes for park signs. The meeting adjourned at 6:08 p.m.
- Discussed 2022 Local Roadway Safety Plan; Mayor recommended facing cameras toward pedestrian safety areas
- Discussed Lake Chabot Road; Mayor and Councilmember recommended more community outreach
- Discussed Shoreline Park updates; Mayor directed staff to inquire about QR codes for real-time announcements on park signs
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee heard two presentations: a 2022 Economic Development Update and a Grant Pilot Program overview. No formal votes or decisions were taken; members made requests for future staff actions, such as reviewing grant thresholds for small businesses and presenting the grant program to the City Council.
- No formal votes or approvals recorded; items were presentations only
City Council
The City Council approved the consent calendar unanimously (7-0), enacting 14 items including contracts, grants, and policy updates. Two landscaping contracts were removed from consent and also approved 7-0. No public hearings or action items were scheduled; the meeting included proclamations and a report on a winter shelter for unhoused residents.
- Approved consent calendar 14 items (7-0)
- Approved $380,700 contract to Bear Electrical Solutions for adaptive control system upgrade (7-0)
- Approved $145,040 tree trimming contract with Hamilton Tree Service at Memorial Park (7-0)
- Approved $575,013 consulting agreement amendment with Rincon Consultants (7-0)
- Accepted $35,504 JAG grant for police interview room equipment (7-0)
- Approved $829,511 janitorial services contract amendment with Flagship Facility Services (7-0)
- Approved $216,261 median maintenance contract amendment with Del Conte's Landscaping (7-0)
- Approved $176,160 landscape maintenance contract amendment with Del Conte's Landscaping (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Human Services Commission
The commission elected Zach Borja as Chair and Tiare Peña as Vice Chair for the upcoming term, both by unanimous 7-0 votes. The November meeting was rescheduled to November 30, 2022, and the December meeting was cancelled, both unanimously. The agenda was amended to swap items 7.A. and 8.A., and the July 27, 2022 minutes were approved. No public comments or correspondence were received.
- Approved amended agenda (swap items 7.A. and 8.A.): MSC (Snell, Combs), 7-0
- Approved July 27, 2022 minutes: MSC (Gordon, Snell), 7-0
- Elected Zach Borja as Chair: MSC (Gordon, Combs), 7-0
- Elected Tiare Peña as Vice Chair: MSC (Borja, Fry), 7-0
- Rescheduled November meeting to November 30, 2022: MSC (Snell, Combs), 7-0
- Cancelled December 2022 meeting: MSC (Snell, Peña), 7-0
- Adjourned meeting at 8:31pm: MSC (Snell, Borja), 7-0
City Council
The City Council approved a second reading of an ordinance levying a special tax for Community Facilities District No. 2022-1 (Monarch Bay Shoreline Facilities and Services) for FY 2023-2024 and following years. The vote was 5-0-1, with Councilmember Ballew recused and Cutter absent. The council also approved several consent calendar items, including a compensation study contract for $210,290 and a pedestrian beacon project change order.
- Approved special tax ordinance for Monarch Bay Shoreline Facilities District (5-0-1, Ballew recused)
- Approved $210,290 consulting agreement with Koff & Associates for compensation study (consent)
- Approved $39,997 change order for Davis St/Carpentier St Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon Project (consent)
- Approved $300,000 on-call civil engineering contract with CSG Consultants (consent)
- Approved $46,990 staffing review of Public Works with Baker Tilly (consent)
- Approved $27,900 grant for abandoned watercraft abatement at San Leandro Marina (consent)
- Accepted $30,000 bequest for Chinese language materials at San Leandro Public Library (consent)
- Approved appointment of new Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee members (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Senior Commission
The San Leandro Senior Commission voted 8-0 to cancel its December 2022 meeting. The commission also approved the September 15 agenda and the July 21, 2022 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; several agenda items were informational only.
- Approved the September 15, 2022 agenda (8-0).
- Approved the July 21, 2022 minutes (8-0).
- Approved canceling the December 2022 Senior Commission meeting (8-0, 1 abstention).
- Approved adjournment at 11:15am (7-0).
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities and Transportation Committee met on September 13, 2022, but took no formal votes or decisions. Discussion focused on the Thrasher Skate Park resurfacing project, with the Mayor requesting options to attract all ages, incorporate child-friendly areas, and survey community usage. No substantive actions were approved.
- No decisions or votes recorded; meeting was purely discussion and staff direction.
Recreation and Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission approved the September 7, 2022 agenda and the July 6, 2022 minutes, both by 6-0 votes. Commissioners reported on park visits, noting graffiti cleanup at Floresta Park and a new dog area at Washington Manor Park. Public Works reported completion of Stenzel Park playground resurfacing and Bonaire Park drainage, and that the San Leandro Family Aquatic Center requires major repairs. Park visit assignments were tabled due to commission vacancies.
- Approved the September 7, 2022 agenda (6-0).
- Approved the July 6, 2022 minutes (6-0).
- Tabled park visit assignments to a future meeting due to vacancies.
- Adjourned the meeting at 7:45 PM (6-0).
City Council
The City Council approved the formation of Community Facilities District No. 2022-1 (Monarch Bay Shoreline Facilities & Services) and related resolutions, including bonded indebtedness and a special tax levy, with Councilmember Ballew recused. The council also passed the first reading of an ordinance extending entitlements for qualified housing projects by two years. Additionally, the consent calendar included appointments to the Community Police Review Board and approval of various contracts and resolutions.
- Approved formation of CFD No. 2022-1 (Monarch Bay Shoreline) (6-0, Ballew recused)
- Approved resolution deeming bonded indebtedness necessary for CFD (6-0, Ballew recused)
- Approved resolution calling special mailed-ballot election for CFD (6-0, Ballew recused)
- Approved resolution declaring election results with 100% approval (6-0, Ballew recused)
- Approved first reading of ordinance levying special tax within CFD (6-0, Ballew recused)
- Passed to print ordinance extending housing project entitlements by two years (7-0)
- Appointed nine members to Community Police Review Board (consent calendar)
- Approved $942,000 amendment for Police Building and South Offices renovation (consent calendar)
🗳️ How they voted (27 roll-call votes)
Human Services Commission
The commission approved the agenda and the June 22, 2022 minutes. It tabled the election of chair and vice chair to the September meeting after no nominations were made. Staff provided updates on ARPA funds, senior services, and the FLEX shuttle program. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda for July 27, 2022 (7-0)
- Approved minutes of June 22, 2022 (5-0, 2 abstentions)
- Tabled election of chair to September meeting (7-0)
- Tabled election of vice chair to September meeting (7-0)
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission meeting was largely procedural, approving the agenda and prior meeting minutes. No substantive policy decisions were made; discussions covered the Age Friendly Action Plan survey, a gift card donation for Thankful Thursdays, and staff updates on senior services.
- Approved agenda for July 21, 2022 (8-0)
- Approved minutes of June 16, 2022 (8-0)
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved the consent calendar as amended, including contracts for tree trimming, parking enforcement, and street tree planting, and a resolution opposing the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade. The council also approved the 2023-2031 Public Review Draft Housing Element for submission to the state, and adopted resolutions imposing liens for delinquent solid waste and other charges. All votes were 6-0-1 with Councilmember Cox absent.
- Approved consent calendar as amended (6-0-1)
- Approved resolution opposing Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade (6-0-1)
- Approved 2023-2031 Public Review Draft Housing Element for state submission (6-0-1)
- Approved liens for delinquent solid waste, sidewalk repairs, and other charges (6-0-1)
- Approved $184,485 contract amendment with HF&H Consultants for SB1383 support (consent)
- Approved $1,281,343 parking enforcement contract with LAZ Parking (consent)
- Approved $1,499,400 street tree planting agreement with Common Vision (consent)
- Approved $233,559 increase for MacArthur/Superior Roundabout design (consent)
🗳️ How they voted (18 roll-call votes)
Personnel Relations Board
The Personnel Relations Board approved a series of classification adoptions and revisions for various city positions, including new roles and title changes, with minor grammatical edits. The board also elected new officers for the upcoming year and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No public comments were made, and the meeting was procedural in nature.
- Elected James Andrew Browne as Chair and Orval Badger as Vice Chair (4-0)
- Approved minutes of April 21, 2022 meeting (4-0)
- Approved classification adoptions and revisions for 13 positions, including new Assistant Library Director and Financial Analyst roles (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council approved a consulting agreement with IntegrAssure, Inc. to serve as Independent Police Auditor (Resolution 2022-117) and received and filed the City of San Leandro Equity Plan. Both actions passed 5-0 with two members absent. The consent calendar, including a resolution designating a voting delegate for the League of California Cities conference, was also approved.
- Approved consulting agreement with IntegrAssure, Inc. for Independent Police Auditor (5-0)
- Received and filed City of San Leandro Equity Plan (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including Resolution 2022-116 designating voting delegate for League of California Cities conference (5-0)
- Approved minutes of April 4 and April 18, 2022 as submitted
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments approved Resolution No. 2022-006, recommending the City Council adopt an ordinance to extend entitlements for qualified housing projects by two years. The motion passed 5-0 with two commissioners absent. The commission also received and filed the June 2, 2022 draft minutes.
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-006 recommending housing entitlement extension (5-0, 2 absent)
- Received and filed June 2, 2022 draft minutes (5-0, 2 absent)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Recreation and Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission elected Commissioner Bolar as Chair and Commissioner Kline as Vice Chair, and approved going dark in August. The commission also received updates on the shoreline development project and the tennis court resurfacing/pickleball courts project, which is in pre-bid and requires engineering oversight. No formal decisions were made on these projects.
- Elected Commissioner Bolar as Chair (5-0)
- Elected Commissioner Kline as Vice Chair (5-0)
- Approved going dark in August (5-0)
- Approved agenda as submitted (5-0)
- Approved minutes of May 4 with corrections (5-0)
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities & Transportation Committee met on July 6, 2022, and discussed several facilities-related items, including a potential parking structure at the San Leandro BART station, a solar panel project, and a sidewalk repair program. No formal decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.
City Council
The City Council approved a development agreement with Cal Coast Companies for the Monarch Bay Shoreline Development (Ordinance 2022-010) and authorized Memoranda of Understanding side letters with three employee associations to create a staffing retention and resiliency program (Resolution 2022-111), with the latter to return for review in five meetings. The council also appointed two members to the Rent Review Board, approved consent calendar items including election procedures and consulting agreements, and accepted the Heron Bay Maintenance Assessment District engineer's report.
- Approved Monarch Bay Shoreline Development agreement with Cal Coast Companies (6-0, Ballew recused)
- Approved MOU side letters for police and city employee retention program (6-1, Cutter nay)
- Appointed Mia Ousley as Landlord Representative to Rent Review Board (7-0)
- Appointed Reina Canale as Homeowner/Resident Representative to Rent Review Board (7-0)
- Approved consent calendar including election procedures, handbook edits, and $400K consulting agreements
- Approved Heron Bay Maintenance Assessment District engineer's report and assessments (6-0, Simon recused)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Human Services Commission
The Human Services Commission approved a motion for staff to create a one-page flow chart for the grant cycle process and recommended that staff review the Eden I&R 211 service contract before renewal. The commission also approved its August recess and adjourned. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved staff creation of grant cycle flow chart (6-0)
- Approved recommendation to review Eden I&R 211 contract (5-1)
- Approved August recess (6-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
- Approved May 25, 2022 minutes (6-0)
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved the Monarch Bay Shoreline Development project, a public-private partnership with Cal-Coast Companies LLC, including 285 apartments, 144 single-family homes, 62 townhomes, a hotel, and other facilities. The council also approved the associated development agreement and second amendment to the purchase and sale agreement. Additionally, the council approved the FY 2022-2023 HUD Annual Action Plan and six CDBG agreements totaling $224,240, and adopted a resolution denouncing discriminatory housing practices.
- Approved Monarch Bay Shoreline Development project (5-0, 2 absent)
- Approved development agreement with Cal-Coast Companies LLC (5-0, 2 absent)
- Approved second amendment to purchase and sale agreement (5-0, 2 absent)
- Approved FY 2022-2023 HUD Annual Action Plan and 6 CDBG agreements totaling $224,240 (5-0, 2 absent)
- Approved resolution denouncing discriminatory housing practices (5-0, 2 absent)
- Approved budget adjustments for 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 (5-0, 2 absent)
- Approved East Bay Greenway Multimodal Project Phase I concept designs (5-0, 2 absent)
- Approved consent calendar including contracts for parking, security, and sidewalk repair (5-0, 2 absent)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission unanimously approved the agenda and minutes, and dissolved the Age Friendly Ad Hoc Committee for Community Engagement. It also waived term limits to re-elect Janice Woycheshin as Chair and Bella Comelo as Vice Chair, and cancelled the August 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda for June 16, 2022 (7-0)
- Approved minutes of May 19, 2022 (7-0)
- Dissolved Age Friendly Ad Hoc Committee for Community Engagement (7-0)
- Waived term limits and re-elected Woycheshin as Chair (7-0)
- Waived term limits and re-elected Comelo as Vice Chair (7-0)
- Cancelled August 2022 Senior Commission meeting (7-0)
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission approved its agenda and minutes, then voted to suspend meetings for the remainder of the term. New leadership was elected for the 2022-2023 term, and the secretary will handle grant checks and graduation stoles.
- Approved agenda for June 7, 2022 (12-0)
- Approved minutes for May 3 and May 17, 2022 (12-0)
- Voted to go dark for the remainder of the term (12-0)
- Elected Victoria Bammer as Chair (12-0)
- Elected Madison Tamayo as Co-Chair (12-0)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee reviewed proposed adjustments to the 2021-22 and 2022-23 budgets, with staff reporting a positive financial outlook and steady revenue growth. The committee made recommendations including restoring funds to ADA Projects and Façade Improvement Program, continuing small business grants, and adding resources for economic development. No formal votes were taken; the item was a discussion leading to recommendations.
- Reviewed proposed budget adjustments for FY 2021-22 and 2022-23 (discussion only)
- Recommended restoring funds to ADA Projects and Façade Improvement Program
- Recommended continuing grant funds for small businesses
- Recommended additional resources for economic development to attract businesses
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved a $4,891,826 construction contract for street overlay and rehabilitation, along with amendments to city fees and service charges for 2022-2023. The council also approved annual adjustments to business license, EMS, and emergency communications taxes, and amended the City Manager's employment agreement. All votes were 6-0 with one absence.
- Approved $4,891,826 street overlay contract to Bay Cities Grading and Paving (6-0)
- Approved 2022-2023 city fee and service charge amendments (6-0)
- Approved annual adjustments to business license, EMS, and emergency communications taxes (6-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 1 to City Manager's employment agreement (6-0)
- Approved consent calendar including $604,582.89 MV Transportation amendment (6-0)
- Approved $500,000 increase to legal services contract with Bertrand, Fox, Elliot, Osman & Wenzel (6-0)
- Approved Union Pacific crossing agreement for Halcyon Drive rail crossing (6-0)
- Scheduled expedited resolution on discriminatory housing practices for June 21 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments approved the Monarch Bay Shoreline Development, a public-private partnership with Monarch Bay LLC, including a 285-unit apartment complex, 144 single-family homes, 62 townhomes, a hotel, and other facilities. The approval was made with conditions to recess window setbacks and use low-planter walls or glass rails for fences. The commission also approved a conditional use permit, site plan review, and height exception for a new industrial warehouse at 1919 Williams Street, along with related CEQA resolutions.
- Approved Monarch Bay Shoreline Development resolution (5-1, 1 abstention)
- Approved CEQA resolution for 1919 Williams Street warehouse (7-0)
- Approved conditional use permit, site plan review, and height exception for 1919 Williams Street (6-0, 1 abstention)
- Received and filed April 21, 2022 minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
- Received and filed May 19, 2022 minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities & Transportation Committee met on June 1, 2022, and discussed several items related to facilities and transportation, but no formal decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes. The meeting was largely informational and procedural, with staff reports and committee discussion.
Human Services Commission
The commission approved its agenda and April minutes, heard updates on the CAP grant, the 2022 Homeless Point-in-Time Count (404 individuals), and the new Human Services Manager. It tabled unfinished business, including the CAP/CDBG cycle recommendations chart, to the next meeting. No substantive funding decisions were made.
- Approved agenda for May 25, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved minutes of April 27, 2022 (5-0)
- Tabled CAP/CDBG cycle recommendations chart to next meeting (5-0)
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The San Leandro Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments held a special meeting on May 19, 2022, but took no substantive actions. The meeting included roll call, no public comments, no correspondence, and no oral communications. The only item was a draft of the meeting minutes, and the meeting adjourned at 7:42 PM.
- Adjourned meeting at 7:42 PM (motion by Santos, second by Mendoza)
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission approved the final draft of the Age Friendly Community Survey Questions and its distribution from June through September 2022. They also accepted the San Leandro Art Association's application to display art at the Senior Community Center. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda for May 19, 2022 (7-0)
- Approved minutes of April 21, 2022 (6-0, 1 abstention)
- Accepted San Leandro Art Association's application to display art at Senior Community Center June-Dec 2022 (7-0)
- Approved final draft of Age Friendly Community Survey Questions (7-0)
- Approved distribution of Age Friendly Survey June-Sept 2022 (7-0)
- Approved adjournment (7-0)
Youth Advisory Commission
The scheduled meeting of the Youth Advisory Commission on May 17, 2022, did not occur because a quorum was not reached. No decisions were made, and all agenda items were not addressed.
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved a vesting tentative tract map to subdivide about 59 acres west of Monarch Bay Drive into seven parcels for the Shoreline Development project (6-0, with one recusal). It also adopted a zoning map amendment rezoning 2824 Halcyon Drive from split IP/RS to RD(PD) (6-1). The council approved the consent calendar, including a military equipment policy ordinance, and approved a solid waste franchise amendment with Alameda County Industries.
- Approved Shoreline Development tentative tract map 8633, subdividing ~59 acres into 7 parcels (6-0, Ballew recused)
- Adopted Ordinance 2022-005 rezoning 2824 Halcyon Drive to RD(PD) (6-1, Azevedo nay)
- Approved consent calendar including military equipment policy ordinance 2022-006 (7-0)
- Approved 14th amendment to solid waste franchise agreement with Alameda County Industries (7-0)
- Approved resolution nominating Litha Zuber to Planning Commission (7-0)
- Approved FY2023 gas tax street maintenance projects (consent)
- Approved $120,000 audit services contract amendment with Maze & Associates (consent)
- Approved FY2021-2022 third quarter financial report (consent)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Recreation and Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission approved the agenda and the minutes from March 2, 2022, with noted corrections, both by unanimous votes. The meeting included reports on park conditions and updates on recreation programs, but no substantive policy decisions were made. The commission discussed the status of pickleball court projects and heard public comments on related issues.
- Approved agenda for May 4, 2022 (7-0)
- Approved minutes of March 2, 2022 with corrections (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities & Transportation Committee met on May 4, 2022, and discussed several transportation items, including bike lane projects on Bancroft Avenue and Lewelling Boulevard, and a potential street closure for the San Leandro Farmers Market. No formal votes were taken; the committee provided direction to staff for further study and planning.
- Discussed bike lane project on Bancroft Avenue, directed staff to study options
- Discussed bike lane project on Lewelling Boulevard, directed staff to study options
- Discussed potential street closure for Farmers Market, directed staff to evaluate
- Discussed tree maintenance and removal program, no formal action
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission unanimously approved awarding $700 to RECESS FUN, Inc and $300 to San Leandro Cub Scout Pack 506 from the Youth Mini Grant program. The commission also agreed to provide graduating seniors with YAC stoles, with the secretary to order and coordinate pickups. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Awarded $700 Youth Mini Grant to RECESS FUN, Inc (unanimous)
- Awarded $300 Youth Mini Grant to San Leandro Cub Scout Pack 506 (unanimous)
- Approved providing YAC graduation stoles to graduating seniors (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council approved a zoning map amendment and tentative map to demolish existing structures at 2824 Halcyon Drive, rezone the site to Residential Single-Family with a Planned Development Overlay, subdivide into 18 lots, and construct 18 single-family homes (6-1). The council also adopted a military equipment funding and use policy on first reading, with a friendly amendment for the Community Police Review Board to review it early in its agenda. All consent calendar items were approved unanimously, including a $7 million loan for a 72-unit affordable housing development at 15101 Washington Avenue.
- Approved zoning map amendment and 18-lot subdivision at 2824 Halcyon Drive (6-1)
- Adopted first reading of Military Equipment Funding, Acquisition and Use Policy (7-0)
- Approved $7M loan to Abode Communities for 72-unit affordable housing at 15101 Washington Avenue
- Approved $200K contract for Citywide Trees Master Plan and accepted $1,499,400 CALFIRE grant
- Approved two-year parking meter services extension with MacKay Meters for $104,792
- Ordered summary vacation of public service easement at 960 San Leandro Boulevard
- Approved 2022-2023 Investment Policy Statement
- Authorized application for CalRecycle Rubberized Pavement Grant
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Human Services Commission
The Human Services Commission met and heard updates from a CAP grant partner and staff, but took no substantive actions beyond approving the agenda and prior minutes. The mobile warming shelter is ending at month's end, though outreach services continue. No votes were taken on policy or funding items.
- Approved agenda for April 27, 2022 (8-0)
- Approved minutes of March 23, 2022 (8-0)
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments approved Resolution No. 2022-002, recommending that the City Council approve Vesting Tentative Tract Map 8633 to subdivide approximately 59 acres west of Monarch Bay Drive into seven parcels for the Shoreline Development. The motion carried 5-0, with Chair Boldt absent and one vacancy. The commission also received and filed the April 7, 2022 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-002 recommending approval of Vesting Tentative Tract Map 8633 for 7 parcels (5-0)
- Received and filed draft minutes of April 7, 2022 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission approved the April 21, 2022 agenda and the March 17, 2022 minutes, both unanimously. The Commission discussed the final draft of the Age Friendly Community Survey and will review a revised draft at the May 19 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved April 21, 2022 agenda (7-0)
- Approved March 17, 2022 minutes (7-0)
- Discussed Age Friendly Community Survey final draft; revisions to be reviewed May 19
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved a three-year consulting agreement with Building Futures With Women And Children for mobile outreach to serve the unsheltered population, funded by ARPA funds. They also authorized a joint application to the Homekey Program for acquisition and rehabilitation of the Nimitz Motel for shelter and supportive housing. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Approved $442,965 mobile outreach contract with Building Futures (7-0)
- Authorized Homekey application for Nimitz Motel acquisition (7-0)
- Approved $1,065,000 consulting agreement for street paving design (7-0)
- Awarded $352,296 construction contract for traffic signal improvements (7-0)
- Added Deputy City Manager position to budget (7-0)
- Endorsed Alameda County's Home Together 2026 plan (7-0)
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities & Transportation Committee reviewed options for bike lane improvements on several streets, including potential parking removal and road diet configurations, but took no formal votes. Staff presented feasibility studies and cost estimates, and the committee directed staff to refine plans and return with more details. No substantive decisions were made at this meeting.
- Discussed bike lane options for San Leandro streets, no action taken
- Reviewed staff report on parking and road diet impacts, no vote
- Directed staff to refine bike lane plans for future consideration
Youth Advisory Commission
The scheduled meeting of the Youth Advisory Commission on April 5, 2022, did not occur because a quorum was not reached. No decisions were made, and all agenda items were not addressed.
City Council
The City Council unanimously adopted an ordinance adding a Community Police Review Board to the municipal code, and approved a $250,000 agreement with Flock Safety for automated license plate reader cameras. It also approved the city manager salary schedules and increased the city's self-insured retention level. All votes were 7-0.
- Adopted ordinance adding Community Police Review Board (7-0)
- Approved $250,000 Flock Safety ALPR camera agreement (7-0)
- Approved city manager salary schedules for 2022-2024 (7-0)
- Increased self-insured retention from $500,000 to $750,000 (7-0)
- Approved consent calendar including SLCEA MOU and budget appropriation (7-0)
Human Services Commission
The San Leandro Human Services Commission met on March 23, 2022, and approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. Commissioners tabled a discussion on improving the Community Assistance Program/Community Development Block Grant (CAP/CDBG) process to the next meeting. The commission also heard updates on department reorganization, a return to in-person meetings, and CAP grant site visits.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved February 23, 2022 minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
- Tabled CAP/CDBG process improvement discussion (7-0)
Arts Commission
The San Leandro Arts Commission met on March 23, 2022, and approved the agenda and minutes from January 26, 2022, both by 6-0 votes. The commission postponed the vote on the art piece for the Hesperian Triangle until the April meeting, also by a 6-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and updates on Form 700 filings, a return to in-person meetings starting April 1, and a planned Comedy in the Plaza event on July 16.
- Approved agenda of March 23, 2022 (6-0)
- Approved minutes of January 26, 2022 (6-0)
- Postponed Hesperian Triangle art piece vote to April meeting (6-0)
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved the purchase of the Nimitz Motel at 555 Lewelling Boulevard for up to $6,235,000 to convert it into a homeless navigation center and shelter, with long-term plans for permanent supportive housing. The council also adopted a Vision Zero traffic safety policy, passed the first reading of an ordinance to create a Community Police Review Board, and approved a contract for a police department needs assessment. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Approved purchase of Nimitz Motel for $6,235,000 (7-0)
- Adopted Vision Zero Transportation Safety Policy (7-0)
- Passed first reading of ordinance to create Community Police Review Board (7-0)
- Approved $86,500 contract for police needs assessment (7-0)
- Approved consent calendar including sidewalk repair contract change order cap increase (7-0)
- Approved parcel map for 3081 & 3089 Teagarden Street (7-0)
- Affirmed 30-day public comment period for HUD Annual Action Plan (7-0)
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission approved sending a letter from the Age Friendly Ad Hoc Committee to the Mayor and City Manager with no changes. The commission also reviewed and finalized Age Friendly Community Survey questions, with a final draft to be reviewed in April. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved sending Age Friendly letter to Mayor and City Manager (6-0)
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved February 17, 2022 minutes (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
Library-Historical Commission
The Library-Historical Commission voted to enter a float in the San Leandro Cherry Festival Parade and formed a committee to plan participation and giveaways. The commission also received updates on expanding membership for historic preservation, the Mulford-Marina Branch grant, and library operations. No public comments were made during the meeting.
- Approved entering a float in the Cherry Festival Parade (6-0)
- Formed a Cherry Festival Parade planning committee (6-0)
- Approved the March 15, 2022 agenda (5-0)
- Approved the January 19, 2022 minutes (5-0)
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments held a work session on the Monarch Bay Shoreline Development Project, a proposed public-private partnership with Cal Coast Companies LLC. The project would include up to 491 housing units, a 210-room hotel, a restaurant/banquet facility, a market/café, and a redesigned nine-hole golf course. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion and public comment. The commission also received and filed the February 3, 2022 minutes.
- Received and filed draft minutes of February 3, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Held work session on Monarch Bay Shoreline Development Project (no vote)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:28pm
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Recreation and Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission approved the agenda and minutes, and heard public comments requesting updates on the pickleball court resurfacing project and more pickleball courts. Staff reported the resurfacing project is in design and will soon go to bidding, with temporary courts suggested. No formal decisions were made on these items.
- Approved agenda as submitted (6-0)
- Approved February 2, 2022 minutes with corrections (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities & Transportation Committee reviewed and approved a sidewalk repair and bike lane project, along with several other routine items. No votes were recorded in the minutes, and the document contains no substantive policy decisions beyond these approvals.
- Approved sidewalk repair and bike lane project
- Approved routine consent calendar items
Human Services Commission
The Human Services Commission approved the agenda and minutes, and discussed several items without formal action. They agreed to keep the CAP/CDBG recommendations chart on future agendas for continued discussion, and reached a general consensus to resume in-person meetings as early as April. No substantive decisions were made beyond these procedural and consensus items.
- Approved agenda for February 23, 2022 (7-0)
- Approved minutes of January 26, 2022 (7-0)
- Agreed to keep CAP/CDBG recommendations chart on future agendas for continued discussion
- Reached consensus to resume in-person meetings as early as April
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission approved its 2022 goal to follow AARP guidelines to complete the Age Friendly Action Plan, mission, vision, and goals for presentation to the City Council and stakeholders. It also formed an Ad Hoc Committee for Community Engagement, appointing Anderson, Comelo, and McHenry, with the chair to ask Wu to join. The commission tabled review of AARP Age Friendly Survey questions until the March 2022 meeting, with a motion to review odd-numbered pages now and even-numbered pages later. All other agenda items were approved as listed, including the agenda and minutes.
- Approved 2022 goal: follow AARP guidelines to complete Age Friendly Action Plan, mission, vision, and goals (8-0).
- Approved forming Ad Hoc Committee for Community Engagement; appointed Anderson, Comelo, McHenry (8-0).
- Tabled review of AARP Age Friendly Survey questions until March 2022; amended to review odd-numbered pages now, even-numbered pages later (6-0, 2 abstentions).
- Approved agenda for February 17, 2022 (8-0).
- Approved minutes of January 20, 2022 (8-0).
- Approved adjournment at 11:55am (7-0).
City Council
The San Leandro City Council approved a resolution authorizing up to $70 million in tax-exempt bonds for the acquisition and rehabilitation of Metro 77 & 85 Apartments, converting them to primarily affordable rental housing. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included a ban on menthol cigarette sales effective January 1, 2023, and authorized the purchase of eight police vehicles for up to $513,822.19. Additionally, the council adopted criteria and a timeline for the 2022 redistricting process.
- Approved $70M bond issuance for Metro 77 & 85 Apartments affordable housing conversion (7-0)
- Adopted ordinance banning menthol cigarette sales effective Jan 1, 2023 (consent)
- Authorized purchase of 8 police vehicles, 2 hybrid, up to $513,822.19 (7-0)
- Approved $50,000 for Steven Taylor Sanctity of Life Memorial Park site facilitation (7-0)
- Adopted 2022 redistricting criteria, timeline, and outreach plan (7-0)
- Approved budget amendments for FY 2021-2022 (consent)
- Extended remote meeting authorization for 30 days under AB 361 (consent)
- Added Assistant Police Chief classification to SLPMA salary schedule (consent)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments approved a Conditional Use Permit and Parking Exception for an Amazon Fresh supermarket at 1788 Fairway Drive, with a condition requiring a traffic study for the Fairway Drive and Miller Street intersection within one year or upon issuance of an ABC license, whichever comes first. The initial motion to approve without conditions failed 3-4, but the amended motion passed 4-3. The commission also received and filed the January 6, 2022 minutes and heard a presentation on the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit and Parking Exception for Amazon Fresh supermarket at 1788 Fairway Dr. with traffic study condition (4-3)
- Denied initial motion to approve resolution without conditions (3-4)
- Received and filed January 6, 2022 minutes (7-0)
- Heard presentation on 2023-2031 Housing Element Update (no action)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Recreation and Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission approved its agenda and January minutes, then discussed park conditions and set goals for 2022, including a significant role in the Park Master Plan and a wellness event. No formal decisions were made on policy or funding; the meeting was informational and procedural.
- Approved agenda for February 2, 2022 (6-0)
- Approved minutes of January 5, 2022 (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:33 p.m. (7-0)
Facilities & Transportation Committee
The Facilities & Transportation Committee met on February 2, 2022, and discussed several items, including a crosswalk safety study, staffing needs, and a possible grant application. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.
- Discussed crosswalk safety study and potential grant funding
- Discussed staffing needs for facilities maintenance
- No formal actions or votes taken
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission met on February 1, 2022, and approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. They discussed updates on the Toy and Blanket Drive and formed committees for the sesquicentennial events (Scavenger Hunt, Movie Night, Concert). No formal decisions were made beyond the approvals.
- Approved agenda as submitted (18-0-0, 2 absent)
- Approved minutes of January 18, 2022 (18-0-0, 2 absent)
- Agreed to move forward with marketing plan for Toy and Blanket Drive
Human Services Commission
The Human Services Commission approved its agenda and prior meeting minutes, with no public comments or correspondence. Staff reported that the 2022 Homeless Point-in-Time count was postponed to February 23rd due to COVID-19, and that CAP grant mid-year reports are due January 31st. The commission discussed resuming in-person site visits for CAP grants, with three commissioners confirming interest. No substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved agenda for January 26, 2022 (7-1)
- Approved minutes of November 17, 2021 (8-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:34pm (8-0)
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission approved allocating $8,000 for the Comedy in the Plaza event, tentatively scheduled for July 16 or 23. The commission also discussed returning to in-person meetings, reviewed the Call for Artists for the Hesperian Triangle, and requested $7,000 from the Community Impact fund.
- Approved $8,000 allocation for Comedy in the Plaza (5-0)
- Approved agenda of January 26, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved minutes of December 1, 2021 (5-0)
- Requested $7,000 from Community Impact fund for Comedy in the Plaza
Personnel Relations Board
The Personnel Relations Board unanimously approved the creation of a new Assistant Police Chief classification and revisions to the Chief Technology Officer position, both as proposed. The board also approved an extension of employment lists for Environmental Protection Specialist I/II and Senior Engineer, and approved the minutes from the October 21, 2021 meeting. No public comments were made.
- Approved Assistant Police Chief classification (5-0)
- Approved Chief Technology Officer classification revisions (5-0)
- Approved extension of employment lists for Environmental Protection Specialist I/II and Senior Engineer (5-0)
- Approved minutes of October 21, 2021 meeting (5-0)
Senior Commission
The Senior Commission meeting was largely procedural, with approvals of the agenda and prior meeting minutes. No substantive policy decisions were made; the commission heard informational presentations on PACE Senior Healthcare and the Senior Community Center heating and ventilation system, and discussed the Age Friendly Initiative without taking action.
- Approved agenda for January 20, 2022 (7-0)
- Approved minutes of November 18, 2021 (6-1 abstention)
- Adjourned meeting at 12:15pm (6-0)
Library-Historical Commission
The Library-Historical Commission accepted the Historic Resources Evaluation for the property at 1919 Williams Street and recommended conditions for the Board of Zoning Adjustments, including archival documentation and protocols for unanticipated archaeological or tribal cultural resource discoveries. The motion passed with 7 ayes and 1 abstention. Other items were informational, including updates on the Rules Committee timing, the Mulford-Marina Branch grant, and library reports.
- Accepted Historic Resources Evaluation for 1919 Williams St. and recommended conditions for Site Plan Review and Conditional Use Permit (7-0-1)
- Approved amended agenda for Jan 19, 2022 meeting (7-0-1)
- Approved minutes of Nov 16, 2021 (7-0-1)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council voted 7-0 to pass an ordinance prohibiting the sale of menthol cigarettes in San Leandro, effective January 1, 2023. The council also approved a staffing reorganization plan and budget adjustments, and adopted a consent calendar with multiple resolutions and ordinances, including a zoning code update for multi-family and mixed-use residential development.
- Passed ordinance banning menthol cigarette sales, effective Jan 1, 2023 (7-0)
- Approved staffing reorganization and budget adjustments for FY 2021-2023 (7-0)
- Adopted zoning code amendments for multi-family and mixed-use residential development (consent)
- Awarded $807,055 contract to Insituform Technologies for sewer line rehabilitation (consent)
- Approved $59,600 consulting agreement with Freyer and Laureta for sewer design (consent)
- Approved $435,000 animal shelter services agreement with East Bay SPCA (consent)
- Approved $250,000 legal services agreement for tort litigation (consent)
- Adopted resolution urging COVID-19 vaccination for city employees (consent)
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission met and approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. No public comments were made, and no substantive decisions were taken. The commission heard updates on the Toy and Blanket Drive and discussed potential collaborations for sesquicentennial events.
- Approved agenda as submitted (16-0-0, 4 absent)
- Approved minutes of January 4, 2022 (16-0-0, 4 absent)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee received the audited financial statements for fiscal year 2020-21, which included an unmodified (clean) opinion from the auditor. The committee also discussed an organizational restructure, debt refinancing options, and annual reports for Measures HH, OO, PP, and NN, but no formal votes were taken.
- Received audited financial statements with unmodified opinion (no vote)
- Discussed organizational restructure presentation (no action)
- Discussed debt refinancing options for SWRCB loan (no action)
- Received annual reports for Measures HH, OO, PP, NN (information only)
City Council
The San Leandro City Council held a special meeting on January 10, 2022, and adopted the 2022 State and Federal Legislative Platforms as amended, with a unanimous 7-0 vote. The platforms were presented by state and federal liaisons, and public comment was received. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included a proclamation for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and a report on closed session actions.
- Adopted 2022 State and Federal Legislative Platforms as amended (7-0)
- Presented proclamation for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- No reportable action from closed session; direction provided to staff
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments voted to continue the public hearing for a Conditional Use Permit and Parking Exception for a supermarket at 1788 Fairway Drive (Amazon Fresh) to the next meeting on February 3, 2022. The motion carried 6-1, with Commissioner Mendoza voting no. The commission also received and filed the December 2, 2021 minutes, with two abstentions. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Continued PLN20-0024 (Amazon Fresh supermarket at 1788 Fairway Dr.) to Feb. 3, 2022 (6-1)
- Received and filed Dec. 2, 2021 minutes (4-0-2, with two abstentions)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Recreation and Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission approved the January 5, 2022 agenda and the December 1, 2021 minutes, both unanimously (6-0). The meeting was largely informational, with commissioners reporting on park conditions and staff providing updates on maintenance projects, including tennis/pickleball court rehabilitation and a future drainage project at Bonaire Park. No substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved agenda for January 5, 2022 (6-0)
- Approved minutes of December 1, 2021 (6-0)
City Council
The San Leandro City Council adopted Ordinance 2022-001, adding Section 4.04.336 to the Zoning Code for multi-family and mixed-use residential development, with amendments, by a 7-0 vote. The council also approved a consent calendar including resolutions for bike lane funding, a CDBG subrecipient agreement, and a remote meetings resolution. Additionally, the council designated a vice mayor for one year (4-3) and scheduled discussions on tiny homes, a youth sailing program, and a homeless warming shelter.
- Adopted Ordinance 2022-001 adding Zoning Code Section 4.04.336 for multi-family and mixed-use residential development (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-002 accepting $1,479,000 grant for Class IV protected bike lanes on Hesperian Blvd and Fairmont Dr (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-003 for $150,000 CDBG subrecipient agreement with Rebuilding Together Oakland-East Bay (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-010 authorizing remote meetings for 30 days under AB 361 (7-0)
- Adopted Minute Order 2022-005 designating Vice Mayor for one year (4-3)
- Scheduled discussion on development and funding options for Tiny Homes (7-0)
- Scheduled discussion on creating a Youth Sailing Program at the Marina (7-0)
- Scheduled discussion on prioritizing City-owned properties for a Homeless Warming Shelter (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Youth Advisory Commission
The Youth Advisory Commission met on January 4, 2022, and approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. No public comments were made. The commission discussed a possible sesquicentennial event and fundraising ideas, with the secretary to compile ideas for review. The meeting adjourned at 6:21 PM.
- Approved agenda as submitted (14-0-0, 6 absent)
- Approved minutes of December 21, 2021 (14-0-0, 6 absent)