Morgan Hill public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 28, 2021, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 11, 2022.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss draft concepts for a site master plan at Condit Road, which includes an Outdoor Sports Center and an Aquatics Center. The Commission will also receive updates on the 2021-22 work plan.

• Review of draft concepts for Condit Road site master plan (Outdoor Sports Center and Aquatics Center)
• Approval of October 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Updates on the 2021-22 Parks and Recreation Work Plan

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the Climate Action Plan and the 2021 Water System Master Plan. A public hearing is scheduled to receive an update on proposed council district boundaries. The agenda also includes several contract approvals and ordinances related to housing and landscaping.

• Adoption of the Climate Action Plan
• Public hearing on proposed council district boundaries
• Purchase of three City trucks for $102,238
• Amendment to HydroScience agreement for the sewer trunk line to a total not to exceed $1,779,710
• Energy services agreement with Syserco for Centennial Recreation Center battery storage

The City Council adopted the Climate Action Plan and the 2021 Water System Master Plan, and approved third employment agreements for the City Manager and City Attorney. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Mayor Constantine absent. The council also approved a 17-item consent calendar, including ordinances on inclusionary housing and zoning amendments.

• Adopted Climate Action Plan (4-0)
• Adopted 2021 Water System Master Plan (4-0)
• Approved third employment agreements for City Manager and City Attorney (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including ordinances 2326, 2327, 2328 (4-0)
• Approved $102,238 purchase of three city trucks (consent)
• Approved $117,410.27 dump truck purchase (consent)
• Awarded $100,000 on-call fencing contract to Tucker Construction (consent)
• Approved agreements for water/wastewater engineering services up to $250,000 each (consent)

City Council

The Morgan Hill City Council will meet to consider adopting the Climate Action Plan and the 2021 Water System Master Plan. The agenda includes a public hearing on proposed council district boundary maps and an energy storage project for the Centennial Recreation Center. The Council will also review various municipal contracts and ordinance amendments.

• Adoption of the Climate Action Plan
• Public hearing on proposed council district boundary maps
• Sewer Trunk Line contract amendment for HydroScience Engineers up to $1,779,710
• Purchase of three City trucks for $102,238
• Energy storage agreement for Centennial Recreation Center

The City Council adopted the Climate Action Plan and the 2021 Water System Master Plan, and approved third employment agreements for the City Manager and City Attorney. The consent calendar, including financial reports, ordinances, and various contracts, was approved as a block. A public hearing on draft district maps was held with no action taken.

• Adopted Climate Action Plan (4-0)
• Adopted 2021 Water System Master Plan (4-0)
• Approved third employment agreements for City Manager and City Attorney (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-17 (4-0)
• Awarded on-call fencing contract to Tucker Construction, Inc. ($100,000)
• Approved purchase of three city trucks ($102,238)
• Approved agreements for water/wastewater utility planning services (up to $250,000 each)
• Approved MOU with Community Service Officers' Association

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 14, 2021, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 11, 2022.

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The commission will hold a workshop regarding Art a la Cart planning and review reports from local library and historical society groups. They will also consider recommending new utility box art to the City Council.

• Recommendation for approval of new utility box art by City Council
• Art a la Cart Planning Workshop
• Update on Art Fund
• Commission work plan updates

City Council

The Morgan Hill City Council will consider several items including contracts for fire station design and sewer project completion. The council will also introduce new ordinances regarding housing fees, water efficiency, and recycling standards.

• Completion of Sanitary Sewer Lift Stations J and W Rehabilitation Project ($1,250,014)
• Agreement with Jeff Katz Architecture for Butterfield Fire Station design ($893,200)
• Final Map approval for The Lumber Yard at Depot Street and East Dunne Avenue
• Introduction of ordinances regarding housing fees and water efficiency
• Police Department 2021 update

The City Council approved the final map for the Lumber Yard subdivision (Tract No. 10541) and related subdivision improvements agreement, with a 3-2 vote. The council also approved a $893,200 design agreement with Jeff Katz Architecture for the Butterfield Fire Station. Several ordinances were introduced, including amendments to the inclusionary housing ordinance, water efficiency standards for new landscapes, and refuse/recycling enclosure standards. The council approved a fee waiver and funding request for the Posada event at the Community and Cultural Center.

• Approved the final map for the Lumber Yard subdivision (Tract No. 10541) and authorized the City Manager to execute the Subdivision Improvements Agreement with The Latala Group, LLC (3-2 vote).
• Authorized the City Manager to execute an agreement with Jeff Katz Architecture for the design of the Butterfield Fire Station for $893,200 (5-0 vote).
• Introduced an ordinance amending the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance to increase the use of housing in-lieu fees and repealing duplicative affordable housing provisions (3-1-1 vote).
• Introduced an ordinance amending the Zoning Code to enhance water efficiency of new landscapes (5-0 vote).
• Introduced an ordinance amending the Zoning Code to include new refuse and recycling enclosure standards (5-0 vote).
• Approved the fee waiver and funding request for the Posada event at the Community and Cultural Center (5-0 vote).
• Adopted the agenda as posted (5-0 vote).
• Approved consent calendar items 1 through 3 and 6, including acceptance of the Sanitary Sewer Lift Stations J and W Rehabilitation Project, adoption of Ordinance 2325 (SB 1383), and a resolution continuing teleconference meetings (5-0 vote).

City Council

The City Council will review several items including an agreement for the design of the Butterfield Fire Station. The agenda also includes accepting the completion of a sewer rehabilitation project and introducing new zoning ordinances. Additionally, the council will review a funding request for the Posada Event.

• Agreement with Jeff Katz Architecture for Butterfield Fire Station design ($893,200)
• Acceptance of Sanitary Sewer Lift Stations J and W Rehabilitation Project ($1,250,014)
• Approval of Final Map for The Lumber Yard at Depot Street and East Dunne Avenue
• Introduction of ordinances regarding water efficiency and refuse enclosure standards
• Review of a fee waiver and funding request for the Posada Event

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Magnolias, a proposed 66-unit multi-family affordable residential community. The commission will consider a design permit and an environmental assessment. The application also includes a request for a "green parking exemption" at 17965 Monterey Road.

• Design Review Permit and Environmental Assessment for Magnolias (66 units)
• Conditional Use Permit for a "green parking exemption" at 17965 Monterey Road
• Approval of October 26, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of November 9, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a design review permit, environmental assessment, and conditional use permit for a 66-unit affordable residential community at 17965 Monterey Road, with a 5-to-1 vote. Commissioner Tanda voted against the motion. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from the October 26 and November 9, 2021 meetings.

• Approved the October 26, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously
• Approved the November 9, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously
• Adopted a resolution approving a Design Permit and Conditional Use Permit for a green parking exception for the 66-unit affordable housing project at 17965 Monterey Road (5-1, Tanda opposed)

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance for organic waste recycling and an affordable housing agreement for the Rosewood development. The agenda also includes reviewing engineering contracts for utility access roads and receiving a report on the Outdoor Sports Center.

• $260,500 contract with Sandis Civil Engineers for Jackson Oaks and El Toro access roads
• Introduction of organic waste disposal reduction ordinance
• Affordable housing agreement with Brookfield Properties for Rosewood development
• Street tree master plan exemption for olive trees at Monterey Road and First Street
• Approval of salary schedules for AFSCME and Police Officers' Association

The City Council approved consent calendar items including new MOUs with AFSCME and the Police Officers' Association, a drought relief grant application, and a $260,500 consultant agreement for road design. It also approved a 3-2 exemption to the Street Tree Master Plan for olive trees downtown, introduced an organic waste recycling ordinance, authorized an affordable housing agreement with Brookfield Properties, and appointed Gino Borgioli as Mayor Pro Tem for 2022.

• Approved consent calendar items 1-3 and 5-7, including accepting a Planning Commissioner's resignation, authorizing a drought relief grant application, and approving a $260,500 consultant agreement for Jackson Oaks and El Toro access roads design.
• Approved MOUs with AFSCME and the Police Officers' Association, plus salary schedules for management and part-time employees, effective December 2021.
• Approved a 3-2 exemption to the Street Tree Master Plan for four olive trees on Monterey Road and First Street.
• Waived first and second reading and introduced an ordinance mandating organic waste recycling per SB 1383.
• Authorized an Affordable Housing Agreement with BFH CM, LLC to accept a housing in-lieu fee for 50% of the inclusionary requirement for the Rosewood development.
• Approved the updated City Council Meeting Policy and 2022 meeting schedule (4-1).
• Appointed Council Member Gino Borgioli as Mayor Pro Tem for 2022.
• Received the Outdoor Sports Center use update.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several municipal code amendments. These include changes to the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance and new standards for refuse and recycling enclosures. The Commission is also scheduled to receive a legal briefing on parking requirements for housing projects.

• Amendments to the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (IHO) regarding affordable housing provisions
• Zoning text amendment ZA2021-0005 regarding new refuse and recycling enclosure standards
• Municipal code amendment ZA2021-0002 to enhance water efficiency in new landscapes
• Legal briefing on parking requirements for housing projects

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approval of amendments to the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, including changes to in-lieu fees and repeal of duplicative affordable housing provisions. It also voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a zoning text amendment on refuse and recycling enclosure standards, and a code amendment correcting cross-references and enhancing water efficiency for new landscapes. A legal briefing on parking requirements for housing projects was held with no action taken.

• Adopted resolution recommending City Council approval of Inclusionary Housing Ordinance amendments (5-0)
• Adopted resolution recommending City Council approval of zoning text amendment on refuse and recycling enclosures (5-0)
• Adopted resolution recommending City Council approval of zoning code amendment correcting cross-references and enhancing water efficiency (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several contracts and policy updates. This includes an agreement for a new enterprise resource planning system and the refinancing of notes for Murphy Ranch I and II apartments. The council will also review the Community Funding Request Policy.

• Agreement with Tyler Technologies for an Enterprise Resource Planning System ($796,864)
• Consulting agreement with Tesco Controls, Inc. for SCADA systems integration (up to $87,090)
• Contract award to BT Mancini Company, Inc. for center flooring replacement ($63,497)
• Refinancing of Murphy Ranch I and II apartment notes
• Approval of the Community Funding Request Policy

The City Council approved a consent calendar including a $796,864 agreement with Tyler Technologies for a new Enterprise Resource Planning system, a $87,090 SCADA consulting contract with Tesco Controls, and a $63,497 flooring project award. The council also approved refinancing and re-subordination of Murphy Ranch apartment loans, adopted a Community Funding Request Policy, and accepted the September 2021 budget report. No substantive decisions were made in closed session.

• Approved $796,864 Tyler Technologies ERP system agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $87,090 SCADA consulting agreement with Tesco Controls (unanimous)
• Awarded $63,497 flooring contract to BT Mancini Company (unanimous)
• Approved refinancing and re-subordination of Murphy Ranch I & II loans (unanimous)
• Adopted Community Funding Request Policy with language clarification (unanimous)
• Accepted September 2021 budget and investment reports
• Adopted resolution continuing teleconference meetings (unanimous)

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission will receive updates from the County Librarian, Morgan Hill Library, and the Historical Society. The commission is also scheduled to approve meeting minutes from September 7 and October 5, 2021.

• Approval of September 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of October 5, 2021 meeting minutes
• Work plan updates from commissioners
• Reports from County and Morgan Hill libraries
• Report from Morgan Hill Historical Society

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a Mitigated Negative Declaration and a Design Permit for a 249-unit affordable residential community at Monterey Road and Madrone Parkway. The design permit was approved 4-3 with conditions including a decorative iron fence and pedestrian gate. The environmental assessment was approved unanimously.

• Approved October 12, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration for 249-unit affordable housing project (unanimous)
• Approved Design Permit for project with decorative iron fence and pedestrian gate (4-3)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding updated census data and mapping tools for the redistricting process. The agenda also includes reviewing one-time ARPA community funding requests and an amendment to a landscape maintenance agreement. Additionally, staff will provide an update on the continuation of the Al Fresco Program.

• Public hearing on updated census data and mapping tools for redistricting
• Amendment to Brightview Landscape Services contract, increasing total amount to $665,567
• Caltrans DBE Implementation Agreement for East Dunne Avenue pavement rehabilitation
• One-time ARPA community funding requests for local nonprofits and businesses
• Update on the continuation of the Al Fresco Program through December 31, 2022

The City Council approved the consent calendar, including a one-year extension of the Brightview Landscape Services agreement for $137,309, increasing the total to $665,567, and approved the Caltrans DBE agreement for the East Dunne Avenue project. The council also approved one-time ARPA community funding requests for nonprofits, after a motion to add $3,620 for the Grange and $10,000 for the Morgan Hill Community Foundation failed 2-3. The monthly budget update was continued to a future meeting, and the council received the census data report for redistricting.

• Approved consent calendar items 2-5 (unanimous)
• Approved Brightview Landscape Services contract extension to $665,567 (unanimous)
• Approved Caltrans DBE Implementation Agreement for East Dunne Avenue project (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA community funding requests (unanimous)
• Motion to add $3,620 for Grange and $10,000 for Community Foundation failed (2-3)
• Continued monthly budget update to future meeting (4-1)
• Received census data and mapping tools for redistricting (report received)
• Extended meeting to 11:30 p.m. (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive a report regarding the Outdoor Sports Center use. The meeting also includes updates on the 2021-22 Parks and Recreation Work Plan.

• Outdoor Sports Center Use Update
• 2021-22 Parks and Recreation Work Plan updates
• Approval of September 21, 2021 meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Commission met virtually and approved the September 21, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. They also received updates on the Outdoor Sports Center and the 2021-22 work plan, but took no other substantive actions.

• Approved September 21, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received Outdoor Sports Center use update
• Received 2021-22 work plan updates

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a tentative subdivision map for a property on the north side of Spring Avenue. The proposal involves dividing a 2.7-acre lot into 23 lots, including ancillary roadways and a 6,595 square foot park. The Commission will also review the minutes from the September 28, 2021 meeting.

• Proposed subdivision of a 2.7-acre lot into 23 lots on Spring Avenue
• Creation of a 6,595 square foot park and common space
• Approval of September 28, 2021 meeting minutes

The Morgan Hill Planning Commission unanimously approved a tentative subdivision map for a 2.7-acre lot on Spring Avenue, subdividing it into 23 lots with a park, as amended to specify 27 parcels (including common space and roadways) and remove a crosswalk. The public hearing was opened and closed, and the motion passed 7-0.

• Approved September 28, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved tentative subdivision map SD2020-0010/EA2020-0021 as amended (unanimous)
• Amended map to specify 27 parcels, common open space parcels A and B, private park parcel C, and roadway parcel D
• Added condition to remove designated crosswalk from tentative map

City Council

The Morgan Hill City Council will hold a public hearing regarding bond issuances for the Depot Commons and The Willows affordable housing developments. The agenda also includes discussions on a new contract for automated license plate readers and a lease agreement for the Community and Cultural Center. Additionally, the council will conduct closed session negotiations with police and community service officers associations.

• Public hearing for bonds for Depot Commons and The Willows affordable housing apartments
• Agreement with Flock Safety for 25 automated license plate readers ($68,750 first year)
• Lease agreement for Building 2 at the Community and Cultural Center to Uplift Family Services
• Resolution authorizing participation in the CalPERS CERBT program
• Adoption of the 2020 Urban Water Management and Water Shortage Contingency Plans

The City Council unanimously approved a lease with Uplift Family Services for Building 2 at the Community and Cultural Center, approved a mural at Galvan Park, authorized a 24-month lease with Flock Safety for 25 automated license plate readers, adopted the 2020 Urban Water Management and Water Shortage Contingency Plans, and adopted a resolution approving bond issuance for two affordable housing projects. The council also adopted a resolution to continue teleconference meetings and accepted the Visit Morgan Hill annual report.

• Adopted resolution to continue teleconference meetings due to COVID-19 risk.
• Authorized lease agreement with Uplift Family Services for Building 2 at 17060 Monterey Road.
• Approved mural at Galvan Park Friendly Inn Building.
• Approved agreement with Flock Safety for 25 automated license plate readers (24-month lease).
• Adopted 2020 Urban Water Management and Water Shortage Contingency Plans.
• Adopted resolution approving bond issuance for Depot Commons and The Willows affordable housing.
• Accepted Visit Morgan Hill annual report.
• Approved consent calendar items including meeting minutes.

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission will meet to discuss plans for an international festival and inclusivity for all. The agenda includes reports from the County Librarian, Morgan Hill Library, and the Historical Society. Commissioners will also provide updates on work plan items.

• Discussion on international festival planning
• Discussion on inclusivity for all
• Work plan updates
• Reports from library and historical society representatives

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a preliminary review hearing for application SR2021-0004. This item concerns the first phase of a planned development master plan design concept. The Commission is scheduled to provide preliminary comments on the concept plan.

• Preliminary review hearing for application SR2021-0004 at 15355 Monterey Road
• Approval of the September 14, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission held a preliminary review hearing for the first phase of a planned development master plan at 15355 Monterey Road. The commission provided preliminary comments on the concept plan but took no formal action. The meeting also included approval of the September 14, 2021 minutes.

• Approved September 14, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Provided preliminary comments on Monterey-Cullen/Delgatty concept plan (no action taken)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss next steps for potential dog park trials at Galvan and Diana Parks. The meeting also includes updates on the 2021-22 Parks and Recreation Work Plan.

• Potential dog park trials at Galvan and Diana Parks
• Updates on the 2021-22 Parks and Recreation Work Plan
• Approval of August 17, 2021 meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the August 17, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. Commissioners also discussed and provided direction on potential trial dog parks at Galvan and Diana Parks, and gave updates on the 2021-22 work plan. No formal votes were taken on the dog park or work plan items.

• Approved August 17, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Discussed trial dog park policy and provided staff direction
• Commissioners provided updates on 2021-22 work plan

Planning Commission

The Morgan Hill Planning Commission will review the minutes from the August 24, 2021 meeting. The commission is also scheduled to receive an economic development update to provide feedback on policy-related items. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of August 24, 2021 meeting minutes
• Economic development update and policy feedback

The Planning Commission approved the August 24, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. No public hearings were held. The commission received an Economic Development update from Director Matt Mahood and provided feedback on policy-related items, with no action taken. The meeting was adjourned at 8:49 p.m.

• Approved the August 24, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously
• Received Economic Development update and provided feedback; no action taken

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The Commission will discuss the use of one-time art funds and recommend approval for a mural at the Galvan Park Friendly Inn Building to the City Council. The meeting also includes discussions regarding inclusivity and the Poppy Jasper Art opening celebration.

• Recommendation for a mural at Galvan Park Friendly Inn Building
• Discussion on use of one-time art funds
• Commission discussion on inclusivity for all
• Discussion regarding Poppy Jasper Art opening celebration
• Approval of July 6, 2021 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop on the city's water supply system and receive the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan. The council will also consider budget amendments for the Depot-Latala project at the Hale Lumber site. Additionally, they will review policy criteria for one-time ARPA funding for community organizations.

• On-call water and sewer repair agreements with West Valley Construction ($150,000) and Pacific Underground Construction ($50,000)
• Cell tower license agreement at the Outdoor Sports Center
• Budget amendment for the Depot-Latala project using $755,591 from the Public Facilities Fund
• Policy criteria for one-time ARPA funding for community organizations
• Summary vacation of Sutter Boulevard and Monterey Road easements

The City Council approved a 3-2 motion to adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an amendment to the Disposition and Development Agreement for the Hale Lumber site and amending the FY 2021-22 Budget by appropriating $755,591 from the Public Facilities Fund and $138,263 from the Undergrounding Fund for the Depot-Latala project. The council also unanimously approved policy criteria for one-time ARPA funding for community organizations, with amendments excluding state-funded organizations from prioritization, not considering fee waivers as funding, requiring demonstration of COVID service, and requiring 501C3 status. Additionally, the council adopted a policy for emergency standby council members, with a statement that they would only be called if there is a lack of quorum and no incompatible offices issue. The consent calendar, including water and sewer repair agreements, cell tower license, and street easement vacations, was approved unanimously. The council received the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan with no action taken.

• Approved Depot-Latala project amendment and budget appropriation (3-2)
• Approved ARPA funding policy criteria for community organizations (unanimous)
• Adopted emergency standby council member policy (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar: water/sewer repair agreements, cell tower license, street vacations (unanimous)
• Received 2020 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan (no action taken)

Planning Commission

The Morgan Hill Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for the Watsonville - Hordness (Royal Oaks Village) development. This project proposes a 73-unit, multi-family affordable residential community south of Monterey and Watsonville Roads. The Commission will also review meeting minutes from June 22, 2021.

• Proposed 73-unit, multi-family affordable residential community
• Approval of June 22, 2021 meeting minutes
• Adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Reporting Program
• Approval of a two-lot Tentative Parcel Map and Design Permit

The Morgan Hill Planning Commission approved the Royal Oaks Village project, a 73-unit affordable residential community, including a Mitigated Negative Declaration and a two-lot Tentative Parcel Map, Design Permit, and Conditional Use Permit for a green parking exception. The approval was unanimous (6-0, with one commissioner absent) and included modifications to notify Oakwood School about construction activities and the school's Master Plan. The commission also unanimously approved the June 22, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved June 22, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Reporting Program for Royal Oaks Village (unanimous)
• Approved two-lot Tentative Parcel Map, Design Permit, and Conditional Use Permit for green parking exception (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive community input regarding the re-drawing of City Council district boundaries. The council will also consider budget amendments for fiscal years 2020-21 and 2021-22, which include American Rescue Plan Act funding. Additionally, the agenda includes approval of a residential development agreement and a sports facilities master plan contract.

• Public hearing on re-drawing City Council district boundaries
• Ordinance for a 6-unit residential development at Old Monterey Road and Mustard Avenue
• $135,718 agreement with Verde Design, Inc. for Condit Road Sports Facilities Master Plan
• Grant application for bicycle lane improvements
• Budget amendments including American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding

The City Council held a special/regular meeting on August 18, 2021. They adopted a resolution authorizing a Transportation Development Act (TDA) Article 3 grant application for bicycle lane improvements, with a 3-2 vote. They also approved a $135,718 consultant agreement for a Sports Facilities Master Plan for Condit Road Recreation Facilities, and adopted a budget update including ARPA funding appropriation. The redistricting public hearing was opened and closed with no action taken.

• Adopted resolution authorizing TDA Article 3 grant application for bike lane improvements (3-2)
• Authorized $135,718 consultant agreement with Verde Design for Condit Road Sports Facilities Master Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted budget update and ARPA funding appropriation (unanimous)
• Appointed Mayor Constantine as LOCC voting delegate, with Martinez Beltran and Borgioli as alternates (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items 2, 4, 5, 6 (unanimous)
• Opened and closed redistricting public hearing with no action taken

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will consider approving the June 15, 2021 meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a presentation on project updates and updates to the 2021-22 Parks and Recreation Work Plan.

• Approval of June 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Parks and Recreation Commission project update presentation
• Updates to the 2021-22 Parks and Recreation Work Plan

The Parks and Recreation Commission met virtually and approved the June 15, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. They also received a project update from Chris Ghione and discussed the 2021-22 work plan, accepting it without a formal vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 15, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted 2021-22 Parks and Recreation Work Plan updates (discussed, no formal vote)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a workshop to review 2021 accomplishments and discuss council norms and policies. The session also includes updates on redistricting, the budget, and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding.

• Review of 2021 accomplishments
• Discussion of City Council Norms and Policies
• Review of 2020-2021 Sustainable Morgan Hill plan
• Updates on Re-Districting, Budget, and ARPA funding

The City Council held a special mid-year goal review workshop to discuss 2021 accomplishments, council norms, the Sustainable Morgan Hill plan, and updates on redistricting, budget, ARPA funding, and fire services. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the workshop.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposal to purchase 19.58 acres on Monterey Road for $3 million for future park use. The agenda also includes conditional funding of $400,000 for the Royal Oaks Village affordable housing project. Additionally, the council will consider an ordinance amendment for a development agreement at 18755 Old Monterey Road.

• $3 million purchase of 19.58-acre site on Monterey Road for future park use
• $400,000 conditional funding for Royal Oaks Village affordable housing project
• Development agreement amendment for 18755 Old Monterey Road
• Extension of Sewer Impact Fees Credit Program until December 31, 2025
• Acceptance of Madrone Channel Trail Improvements Phase I Project as complete

The City Council unanimously approved the purchase of a 19.58-acre site on Monterey Road for $3 million for future park use, and transferred $5,383,018 from the Agriculture and Open Space Preservation Fund to the Park Impact Fund to move existing city-owned property on Tennant Avenue to agricultural/open space use. The council also approved conditional $400,000 funding for the Royal Oaks Village affordable housing project, introduced a development agreement ordinance for 18755 Old Monterey Road, and accepted the Madrone Channel Trail Improvements Phase I project. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $3M purchase of 19.58-acre site on Monterey Road for park use (unanimous)
• Approved $5,383,018 transfer from Agriculture and Open Space Fund to Park Impact Fund (unanimous)
• Approved conditional $400,000 funding for Royal Oaks Village affordable housing (unanimous)
• Introduced development agreement ordinance for 18755 Old Monterey Road (unanimous)
• Accepted Madrone Channel Trail Improvements Phase I project (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items including work plans and impact fee extension (unanimous)

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The commission will discuss a work plan for using remaining one-time City Art funds. Members are also set to finalize the FY 2021-22 Work Plan for submission to the City Council. Additionally, commissioners will hold a discussion on inclusivity for all residents.

• Discussion of work plan for remaining one-time City Art funds
• Finalization of FY 2021-22 Work Plan for City Council submission
• Commissioner discussion regarding inclusivity for all residents
• Approval of June 1, 2021 meeting minutes

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission adopted an amended FY 2021-22 Work Plan for submission to the City Council. The commission also accepted the June 1, 2021 meeting minutes and discussed the use of one-time art funds, but no formal action was taken on the art funds. All votes were unanimous among the five present commissioners, with two absent.

• Adopted the amended FY 2021-22 Work Plan for City Council review (unanimous).
• Accepted the June 1, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous).
• Discussed the use of one-time art funds; no formal action taken.

City Council

The Council will conduct a workshop on housing sustainability and infrastructure needs. A public hearing is scheduled to consider an appeal regarding the Redwood Tech at 101 industrial park project. The agenda also includes several contract approvals for city services and infrastructure.

• Appeal of Planning Commission approval for Redwood Tech industrial park
• $1,226,730 contract for East 5th Street Sewer Main Project
• New credit card service fees for development and occupancy tax payments
• $108,101 contract for Community and Cultural Center boiler replacement
• $368,308 fleet service agreement with Frank's Auto Service

The City Council voted 3-1 to deny an appeal by the Morgan Hill Responsible Growth Coalition and reaffirm the Planning Commission's approval of the Redwood Tech at 101 project, a five-building industrial park on a 29-acre site. The council also approved a consent calendar including contracts for a dealership, animal damage management, claims administration, and construction projects, and adopted a resolution establishing a credit card service fee. A public hearing on VMT screening criteria was continued to a date uncertain.

• Denied appeal and approved Redwood Tech at 101 industrial park (3-1, Borgioli recused)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-4, 6, 7, including contracts and project awards
• Awarded Police and Public Services fleet service agreement to Frank's Auto Service ($368,308)
• Adopted resolution establishing credit card service fee for development fees and TOT payments
• Approved improvement agreements with TSC Motors Inc. for dealership project
• Approved second amendment to maintenance agreement with Animal Damage Management ($35,160/year)
• Approved third amendment to agreement with Innovative Claims Solutions ($34,380/year)
• Awarded Community and Cultural Center boiler replacement to Stephen Ciari Plumbing ($98,274)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an amendment for a T-Mobile telecommunication facility located at the intersection of Monterey Road and Madrone Parkway. The proposal seeks to allow up to nine antennas and six equipment cabinets at an existing water tank. The commission will also select its Chair and Vice-Chair for a one-year term.

• Selection of Planning Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of June 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public hearing for T-Mobile telecommunication facility amendment (AAE2021-0001)

The Planning Commission unanimously approved an amendment to Conditional Use Permit UP-05-13, allowing up to nine antennas, six equipment cabinets, and associated equipment at an existing water tank on the southeast quadrant of Monterey Road and Madrone Parkway. The commission also unanimously selected Malisha Kumar as Chair and Laura Gonzalez-Escoto as Vice-Chair for a one-year term, and accepted the June 8, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved amendment to Conditional Use Permit UP-05-13 for T-Mobile facility expansion (unanimous).
• Selected Malisha Kumar as Planning Commission Chair (unanimous).
• Selected Laura Gonzalez-Escoto as Vice-Chair (unanimous).
• Accepted the June 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous).

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop regarding housing affordability and current city efforts. The council also plans to consider a resolution declaring a Level 2 water supply shortage. Other items include police vehicle purchases and sewer lateral grant programs.

• Purchase of three police vehicles and two motorcycles for up to $395,502
• Budget amendment of $100,000 for a Pilot Private Sewer Lateral Grant Program
• Resolution declaring a Level 2 water supply shortage
• Third Amendment to the Subdivision Improvements Agreement for Dunne Murphy - Tract No. 10387
• Annual assessments for Landscape Assessment District Number 1

The Morgan Hill City Council held a housing affordability workshop and a regular meeting. They adopted a resolution declaring a Level 2 Water Supply Shortage, approved the consent calendar (items 2-10) including a $100,000 pilot sewer lateral grant program and purchase of police vehicles, and received a report on Proposition 68 park grant funding. No items were denied or tabled.

• Adopted Level 2 Water Supply Shortage resolution (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items 2-10 (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 pilot private sewer lateral grant program
• Approved purchase of 3 police vehicles and 2 motorcycles up to $395,502
• Approved 2021 Santa Clara County Multi-Jurisdictional PPI
• Approved third amendment to Dunne Murphy subdivision agreement
• Approved seventh amendment to YMCA Centennial Recreation Center agreement
• Approved minutes for May 5, 19, 26 and June 2 meetings

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss updated concept designs for the Jackson Park Expansion. Commissioners will also work on developing the FY 2021-22 Work Plan and provide updates on existing items. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from the May 18, 2021 meeting.

• Updated concept designs for Jackson Park Expansion
• Development of FY 2021-22 Commission Work Plan
• Approval of May 18, 2021 meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Commission adopted its FY 2021-22 Work Plan, forwarding it to the City Council for review, with minor additions from the prior year's plan. The commission also accepted the May 18, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0, with one abstention) and provided general comments on updated concept designs for the Jackson Park Expansion, though no formal decision was made on the designs. The July meeting was cancelled.

• Adopted FY 2021-22 Work Plan and forwarded to Council (unanimous, 6-0)
• Accepted May 18, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0, Berman abstained)
• Provided comments on Jackson Park Expansion concept designs (no formal vote)
• Cancelled July 2021 commission meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will participate in a joint training session with several other city commissions before its regular meeting. The commission will consider a historical relocation permit and development agreement amendment for 18755 Old Monterey Road. Additionally, officials will discuss a report regarding modifications to affordable housing requirements.

• Historical Relocation Permit and Development Agreement Amendment for 18755 Old Monterey Road
• Evaluation of proposed modifications to Affordable Housing Inclusionary Requirements
• Approval of May 11, 2021 and May 25, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a Historical Relocation Permit for the property at 18755 Old Monterey Road, with added conditions for a picket fence or landscaping and plaque text approval. It also recommended the City Council approve an amendment to Development Agreement DA2018-0001. Both actions passed 6-0, with Chair Habib recused. The commission also received an informational report on possible modifications to the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance but took no action.

• Approved Historical Relocation Permit for 18755 Old Monterey Road with added conditions (6-0, Habib recused)
• Adopted resolution recommending City Council approve amendment to Development Agreement DA2018-0001 (6-0, Habib recused)
• Approved May 11, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 25, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received and discussed affordable housing inclusionary requirements report; no action taken

City Council

The meeting includes a workshop on state mandates for housing production and a regular session for council business. The agenda features recommendations for pavement rehabilitation, school resource officer funding, and affordable housing bond issuance. The council will also consider new ordinances regarding sewer inspections and water efficiency standards.

• $2,131,400 contract award for the 2021 Pavement Rehabilitation Project
• Bond issuance approval for Depot Commons and The Willows affordable housing
• $130,000 memorandum of understanding for a School Resource Officer
• $750,000 agreement with Salinas Pump Company for water well maintenance
• Ordinance 2322 regarding private sewer lateral inspections and repairs

The City Council held a housing workshop on state mandates and then approved a consent calendar including a $2,131,400 pavement rehabilitation contract, a $130,000 school resource officer MOU, and two ordinances on sewer laterals and water efficiency. They also approved a TEFRA resolution for bonds for two affordable housing projects and continued a landscape assessment hearing to June 16. No action was taken on reports about SB 743 and a diversity, equity, and inclusion framework.

• Approved 2021 Pavement Rehabilitation Project to Teichert Construction for $2,131,400 (unanimous)
• Approved School Resource Officer MOU with Morgan Hill USD for $130,000 (unanimous)
• Approved refinancing for Skeels Hotel Apartments (unanimous)
• Approved $550,000 amendment to Housekeys, Inc. agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $750,000 service agreement with Salinas Pump Company (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2322 on private sewer lateral inspection (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2323 on plumbing fixture retrofit regulations (unanimous)
• Approved TEFRA resolution for bonds for Depot Commons and The Willows (unanimous)

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission will review updates for the FY 2021-22 Work Plan. The meeting includes discussions regarding commissioner work on the International Festival and the Utility Box Program. The commission will also receive reports from library and historical society representatives.

• Approval of May 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• FY 2021-22 Work Plan updates and development
• Discussion on International Festival commissioner work
• Discussion on Utility Box Program commissioner work
• Reports from County and Morgan Hill librarians

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission approved the May 4, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously, with one commissioner absent. Commissioners also provided updates on work plan items and began developing the FY 2021-22 work plan, with approval expected in July. No public comment was received, and the meeting was held virtually.

• Approved May 4, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous, Santiago absent)
• Accepted work plan updates and began FY 2021-22 work plan development

City Council

The City Council will review mid-cycle budget amendments for fiscal years 2020-21 and 2021-22. This includes accepting a $450,000 grant to advance the Community Plan to End Homelessness. The council will also discuss herbicide use in parks and a temporary downtown dog park.

• $450,000 Destination Home grant for homelessness plan implementation
• Adoption of mid-cycle budget amendments for FY 2020-21 and 2021-22
• Resolution to declare a climate emergency
• Direction on glyphosate use in City maintenance
• Proposed temporary downtown dog park at the former community garden site

The City Council adopted the FY 2020-21 and 2021-22 mid-cycle budget amendments, including appropriation of American Rescue funding, a $450,000 Destination Home grant, and a climate emergency declaration, in a 4-1 vote. The council also provided direction to staff on glyphosate use and a temporary downtown dog park, but no specific outcomes were recorded for those items.

• Adopted mid-cycle budget amendments and resolutions (4-1)
• Accepted $450,000 Destination Home grant
• Authorized City Manager to execute Destination Home grant agreement
• Approved AFSCME salary schedule
• Adopted Management, Professional, and Confidential Employees Resolution
• Adopted resolution declaring a climate emergency
• Provided direction to staff on glyphosate use
• Provided direction to staff on temporary downtown dog park

Planning Commission

The Morgan Hill Planning Commission is reviewing proposals for a new industrial park and a place of worship expansion. The commission will consider design permits for the Redwood Tech at 101 project and provide input on a master plan for West Hills Church.

• Design permits and parcel map for Redwood Tech at 101, a five-building industrial park on 29± acres
• Preliminary plan review for the expansion of West Hills Church at 16695 DeWitt Avenue

The Planning Commission approved, with a 6-1 vote, the design permits and vesting tentative parcel map for the Redwood Tech at 101 industrial park, a five-building project on a 29-acre site. The design permits were amended to require consistent design on all elevations viewable from public streets. The commission also held a preliminary review for the West Hills Church expansion but took no action.

• Approved design permits for Redwood Tech at 101 industrial park, amended to require consistent design on all public-facing elevations (6-1)
• Approved vesting tentative parcel map for Redwood Tech at 101 (6-1)
• Extended meeting to 11:15 p.m. (unanimous)
• No action taken on West Hills Church preliminary plan review

City Council

The Council will conduct a workshop regarding the current and future state of housing in Morgan Hill. The agenda also includes discussions on downtown traffic calming, herbicide use in parks, and a temporary dog park. Additionally, the Council will consider several contracts and ordinance updates.

• Acceptance of East Main Avenue Bike Lanes and Sidewalk Project completion ($1,210,089)
• Sidewalk repair contract award to Duran Construction Group, Inc. ($171,691.65)
• License agreement with Togliatti Farms for $5,000 annual rent
• Proposed $50,000 funding for downtown traffic calming and lane reduction design
• Adoption of Ordinance 2321 regarding procurement authority

The City Council approved a downtown traffic calming and Monterey Road lane reduction program, including $50,000 for design consultants, forming a working committee, exploring public-private partnerships, and applying for Transit Development Act funds. The vote was 3-2. The council also unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included accepting the East Main Avenue bike lanes and sidewalk project, adopting an ordinance increasing the City Manager's procurement authority for solid waste planning funds, approving a license agreement with Togliatti Farms, approving minutes, and awarding a sidewalk repair contract. Items on glyphosate use and a temporary downtown dog park were continued to a future meeting.

• Approved downtown traffic calming and Monterey Road lane reduction program (3-2)
• Accepted East Main Avenue Bike Lanes and Sidewalk Project as complete ($1,210,089)
• Adopted Ordinance 2321 increasing City Manager's procurement authority for solid waste planning funds
• Approved license agreement with Togliatti Farms for $5,000 annual rent
• Approved April 28, 2021 meeting minutes
• Awarded 2021 sidewalk repair contract to Duran Construction Group, Inc. ($171,691.65)
• Continued glyphosate use discussion to future meeting
• Continued temporary downtown dog park discussion to future meeting

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review a report on glyphosate use in city parks and discuss potential Proposition 68 grant funding for Community Park improvements. The meeting also includes selecting a new Chair and Vice Chair.

• Report on herbicide/Glyphosate use in City parks
• Potential use of Proposition 68 Per Capita Grant Funding for Community Park improvements
• Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Update on Bicycle and Pedestrian Education and Encouragement Program

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the April 20, 2021 meeting minutes and selected Richard Scott as Chair and Maureen Grzan-Pieracci as Vice Chair, both unanimously. The commission also received reports on the bicycle and pedestrian education program, glyphosate use in city maintenance, and Proposition 68 per capita park grant funding, and provided work plan updates. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 20, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Selected Richard Scott as Chair and Maureen Grzan-Pieracci as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Received report on bicycle and pedestrian education and encouragement program
• Received report on glyphosate use in city maintenance activities
• Received report on Proposition 68 per capita park grant funding
• Commissioners provided work plan updates

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review an overview of the Density Bonus Law and recent updates. The meeting also includes a design permit presentation and approval of April 13, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approval of April 13, 2021 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Density Bonus Law updates
• Design permit presentation

The Planning Commission approved the April 13, 2021 meeting minutes as amended, with a unanimous vote. The meeting also included a presentation on density bonus law, a director's report, and a legal briefing on the Design Permit process, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 13, 2021 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss an urgency ordinance regarding hazard pay or vaccine incentives for grocery store employees. Members will also determine the process for redistricting councilmember district boundaries and review ordinances for water conservation and sewer maintenance.

• Urgency ordinance requiring hazard pay or vaccine incentives for grocery workers
• $387,600 contract award for street lighting and traffic signal maintenance
• Impact fee freeze agreement for a 79,000 square foot industrial building on Railroad Avenue
• Ordinances regarding water efficient fixtures and private sewer lateral maintenance
• Direction on the redistricting process for councilmember district boundaries

The City Council failed to adopt an urgency ordinance requiring hazard pay or vaccine incentives for grocery workers, with a 2-3 vote. The council also directed staff to proceed with a city-led redistricting process (3-2), introduced ordinances on private sewer laterals and water-efficient fixtures, and ratified an urgency ordinance extending interim measures. Several other items were approved on the consent calendar.

• Grocery worker hazard pay ordinance failed (2-3)
• Directed staff-led redistricting process without commission (3-2)
• Ratified urgency ordinance 2320 extending interim measures (unanimous)
• Introduced Private Sewer Ordinance (unanimous)
• Introduced Water Conservation Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including SB 1 street rehab projects, impact fee freeze, and street lighting contract (unanimous)
• Adopted CAL FIRE fire prevention grant application (unanimous)
• Initiated Landscape Assessment District No. 1 process (unanimous)

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission unanimously approved the April 6, 2021 meeting minutes, selected Suman Ganapathy as Chair and Patrice Lyn as Vice Chair, and adopted a staff recommendation on the use of one-time art funds. The commission also accepted work plan updates and began planning for the FY 2021-22 work plan. No public comments were made.

• Approved April 6, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Suman Ganapathy as Chair and Patrice Lyn as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Adopted staff recommendation on use of one-time art funds (unanimous)
• Accepted work plan updates and began FY 2021-22 planning

City Council

The City Council is conducting the third Community-City Council Workshop regarding local broadband services. The meeting includes presentations from Joint Venture Silicon Valley and providers Etheric Networks and Bullet Wireless. The session will also cover troubleshooting in-home connections and future city actions.

• Presentation from Joint Venture Silicon Valley
• Presentations from Etheric Networks and Bullet Wireless
• Discussion on troubleshooting in-home connections
• Review of future City actions relating to broadband services

The City Council held a special workshop on broadband service, featuring presentations from Joint Venture Silicon Valley, Etheric Networks, and Bullet Wireless, plus customer troubleshooting tips. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational and included public and council input.

• Held broadband workshop with provider presentations (no vote)
• Received public comment on broadband issues

City Council

The Morgan Hill City Council will review a $1,029,269 agreement for information technology services and density bonus requests for two affordable housing projects. The council will also consider whether to direct staff to research allowing commercial cannabis within city limits. Additionally, the meeting includes commission interviews and budget updates.

• IT services contract with Civic Foundry, LLC up to $1,029,269 over three years
• Density bonus and concessions for Monterey-First Community Housing (Magnolias)
• Density bonus and concessions for Monterey-Miner (Jemcor)
• Discussion on directing staff to revisit commercial cannabis in city limits
• Interviews for Library, Culture, and Arts Commission vacancy

The Morgan Hill City Council approved density bonuses and concessions for two 100% affordable housing projects: the Monterey-First Community Housing (Magnolias) project (3-2) and the Monterey-Miner (Jemcor) project (4-1). The council also appointed Amanda Santiago to the Library, Culture, and Arts Commission, approved a $1,029,269 IT services agreement with Civic Foundry, and rejected a motion to direct staff to explore commercial cannabis.

• Approved 80% density bonus and four concessions for Monterey-First Community Housing (Magnolias) (3-2)
• Approved 80% density bonus and three concessions for Monterey-Miner (Jemcor) project (4-1)
• Appointed Amanda Santiago to Library, Culture, and Arts Commission (term ending April 1, 2024)
• Approved $1,029,269 IT services agreement with Civic Foundry, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items 2, 3, and 5 (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as posted (unanimous)
• Failed motion to direct staff to move forward on commercial cannabis (2-3)
• Moved item 10 ahead of item 8; item 8 deferred to future meeting (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss policy questions regarding the Downtown Dog Park. The commission will also provide feedback on a site master plan for the Outdoor Sports Center, Aquatics Center, and adjacent properties. Additionally, members will review 2020-21 work plan updates.

• Downtown Dog Park policy discussion
• Site master plan feedback for Outdoor Sports Center and Aquatics Center
• Approval of March 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• 2020-21 Parks and Recreation Work Plan updates

The Parks and Recreation Commission adopted a recommendation to construct the downtown dog park at the community garden site and to review alternative sites at neighborhood parks. The commission also approved the March 16, 2021 meeting minutes and provided input on the site master plan for the Outdoor Sports Center, Aquatics Center, and adjacent properties.

• Adopted recommendation to construct dog park at community garden site (unanimous)
• Adopted recommendation to review alternative dog park sites at neighborhood parks (unanimous)
• Approved March 16, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0, 2 abstentions)
• Provided input on site master plan for Outdoor Sports Center, Aquatics Center, and adjacent properties

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to review and provide feedback on the draft Monterey Corridor Form-Based Code and Regulating Plan. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from March 9 and March 23, 2021.

• Workshop on Monterey Corridor Form-Based Code and Regulating Plan draft
• Approval of March 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of March 23, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission held a workshop to review and discuss the draft Monterey Corridor Form-Based Code and Regulating Plan, with presentations from Lisa Wise Consulting and public comments. No action was taken on the item. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from the March 9 and March 23, 2021 meetings.

• Approved March 9, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 23, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Held workshop on Monterey Corridor Form-Based Code; no action taken

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop regarding the Morgan Hill Responsible Growth Coalition’s Initiative Petition and a proposed collaborative ordinance. The council will also consider placing the petition on the November 2022 ballot and adopting an urgency ordinance for certain large buildings. Additionally, a public hearing is scheduled to discuss solid waste management rate adjustments.

• Resolution to place the MHRGC Initiative Petition on the November 2022 ballot
• Solid waste management rate adjustment effective July 1, 2021
• Acceptance of the $1,955,908 2020 Pavement Resurfacing Project
• Purchase of utility trucks and equipment for $264,438
• $300,000 CalOES grant for Centennial Recreation Center battery backup

The City Council unanimously adopted a resolution placing the Morgan Hill Responsible Growth Coalition's initiative petition on the November 2022 ballot and adopted an urgency ordinance regulating dock doors on large buildings, directing the Planning Commission to recommend a permanent ordinance.

• Placed MHRGC initiative petition on November 2022 ballot (5-0)
• Adopted urgency ordinance regulating dock-high doors on buildings over 75,000 sq ft (5-0)
• Directed Planning Commission to recommend permanent large-building design ordinance
• Approved consent calendar including $1,955,908 pavement project acceptance (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 CalOES grant for Centennial Recreation Center (5-0)
• Adopted 2021 solid waste rate adjustment (5-0)
• Approved Urban Forest Management Plan (5-0)

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission will consider recommending new utility box art to the City Council. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a resident request for a Morgan Hill coloring book and updates on Poppy Jasper fundraising.

• Recommendation for new utility box art approval by City Council
• Discussion of resident request for Morgan Hill Coloring Book support
• Update on Poppy Jasper raffle and unveiling
• Reports from County Library, Morgan Hill Library, and Historical Society

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission approved the March 2, 2021 meeting minutes and recommended approval of new art for one utility box location to the City Council. They also discussed a resident's request for a Morgan Hill coloring book, received an update on Poppy Jasper raffle proceeds, and heard work plan updates. No public comment was made.

• Approved the March 2, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous, 6-0).
• Adopted a recommendation to approve new utility box art for one location (unanimous, 6-0).
• Accepted the discussion on the Morgan Hill coloring book project and provided feedback.
• Accepted the update on Poppy Jasper raffle proceeds and provided direction.
• Accepted work plan updates from commissioners.

City Council

The City Council is conducting a community workshop to discuss broadband service challenges in Morgan Hill. The session includes presentations from providers such as Wave, South Valley Internet, Verizon Wireless, and Charter. The meeting will also address information related to recent Charter outages.

• Review of first Broadband Community Workshop
• Discussion of broadband challenges in Morgan Hill
• Presentation regarding Charter outage information
• Presentations from Wave and South Valley Internet
• Public and Council input sessions

The City Council held a special meeting as a community workshop on broadband service, hearing updates from Charter, Verizon Wireless, Wave, and South Valley Internet, plus public input. No formal decisions were made; the only action was adopting the agenda.

• Adopted the agenda as posted (unanimous).

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held a public hearing for a preliminary review of a proposed Planned Development Amendment for the Cochrane Commons Retail Center at Highway 101 and Cochrane Road. After hearing public comments and applicant responses, the commission provided feedback but took no formal action. The commission also unanimously approved the February 23, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved February 23, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Provided preliminary feedback on Cochrane Commons retail project (no action taken)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a contract award for the Britton Middle School Pedestrian Enhancement Project. The meeting also includes a public hearing to establish fees for ambulance and emergency medical services. Additionally, council members will discuss potential policies for tree protection and grocery worker hazard pay.

• $748,729 contract award to Redgwick Construction Co. for Britton Middle School Pedestrian Enhancement Project
• $431,728 Proposition 56 Tobacco Grant from the California Department of Justice
• Establishment of fees for ambulance and emergency medical services
• Approval of final map and subdivision improvements for JASPER - TRACT NO. 10545
• $350,121 Community Development Block Grant agreement

The Morgan Hill City Council directed staff to return with a council agenda item regulating hazard pay for grocery workers, in a 4-to-1 vote. The council also directed staff to prepare a report on downtown traffic calming, including the Monterey Road Complete Streets/Lane Reduction Program, in a separate 4-to-1 vote. All other agenda items were approved unanimously, including the consent calendar, a plaque honoring Japanese American WWII veterans, and a resolution condemning hate and violence.

• Approved consent calendar items 3-7, 9, 10 unanimously, including the Jasper Tract final map, a $431,728 tobacco grant, and a $748,729 pedestrian project contract.
• Approved installation of a commemorative plaque honoring Japanese American WWII veterans at the Civic Center.
• Re-appointed Katie Khera, Suman Ganapathy, and Poonam Chabra to the Library, Culture & Arts Commission until April 1, 2024.
• Adopted a resolution establishing fees for ambulance and emergency medical services.
• Adopted a resolution condemning all forms of hate and violence, including the January 6, 2021 riots at the U.S. Capitol.
• Directed staff to return with a council agenda item regulating hazard pay for grocery workers (4-1).
• Directed staff to return with a council agenda item on downtown traffic calming, including the Monterey Road Complete Streets/Lane Reduction Program (4-1).
• Continued the appointment of the Emergency Standby Council to a future meeting.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss policy questions and next steps regarding the development of a downtown dog park at the former community garden site. The meeting also includes updates on the 2020-21 Parks and Recreation Work Plan.

• Policy discussion for a downtown dog park at the previous community garden site
• Updates on the 2020-21 Parks and Recreation Work Plan
• Approval of February 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Recognition of Morgan Hill Cleanup and Orchard Valley Toros

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the February 16, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously (4-0) and discussed policy questions for a downtown dog park at the former community garden site, deciding to bring the item back with more detail at the next meeting. Commissioners also shared updates on the 2020-21 work plan. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved February 16, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Discussed downtown dog park policy questions; tabled for more detail at next meeting
• Accepted work plan updates (no formal action)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is conducting a workshop regarding industrial land use. The session aims to provide feedback on proposed changes to Title 18.26.020 Land Use regulations for alignment with industrial preservation goals.

• Workshop on proposed changes to Title 18.26.020 Industrial Land Use regulations

The Planning Commission held a workshop to review and discuss proposed changes to Title 18.26.020 Land Use regulations (Industrial) for alignment with industrial preservation goals. No action was taken; the commission only provided feedback. The meeting was procedural and included public comment.

• Held workshop on proposed changes to Title 18.26.020 Land Use regulations (Industrial) — no action taken, feedback only
• Received public comment from Joe Baranowski (also on behalf of Kathy Baranowski) — no action taken
• Received director's report and announcements from Community Development Director Jennifer Carman and Assistant City Attorney Cynthia Hasson — no action taken

City Council

The City Council will review a certified initiative petition seeking to prohibit certain new storage and distribution uses throughout the city. The meeting also includes consideration of countywide solid waste services and a public hearing regarding hazardous vegetation abatement. Additionally, the Council will discuss policy options for community tree protection.

• Award $2,034,350 contract to Pacific Underground Construction, Inc. for sewer repairs
• Review initiative petition to prohibit certain storage and distribution uses
• Approve Keyser Marston Associates, Inc. contract amendment up to $90,000 for housing services
• Consider countywide solid waste services concept and $54,127 budget change
• Public hearing for 2021 hazardous vegetation abatement program

The City Council certified a citizens' initiative petition that would change zoning regulations to prohibit certain new storage and distribution uses citywide and amend the review process for large-scale projects. The council directed staff to prepare an impact report and meet with proponents to seek a compromise. A separate resolution condemning the January 6 Capitol riots was continued to the next meeting.

• Certified initiative petition to prohibit certain new storage/distribution uses (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare impact report and meet with proponents (3-2)
• Continued resolution condemning Capitol riots to March 17 meeting (3-2)
• Approved consent calendar including $2,034,350 sewer repair contract (unanimous)
• Approved countywide solid waste administrative services (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution authorizing hazardous vegetation abatement (unanimous)
• Accepted monthly budget update and financial reports
• Continued tree protection policy discussion to next meeting

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission will review reports from local library and historical organizations. The commission will also consider a recommendation for the installation of a commemorative plaque honoring Japanese-American World War II veterans. Additionally, members will discuss direction for raffle proceeds from the Poppy Jasper Art Raffle.

• Recommendation on location and installation of a commemorative plaque for Japanese-American WWII veterans
• Direction on raffle proceeds from the Poppy Jasper Art Raffle
• Update on Steve Tate Library signage and commission support
• Approval of February 2, 2021 meeting minutes

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council approve installation of a commemorative plaque honoring Japanese-American World War II veterans, without specifying a location. The commission also unanimously approved the February 2, 2021 meeting minutes and reached consensus to refund raffle tickets from the Poppy Jasper Art Raffle that did not occur. Reports were received from county and city library staff, Friends of the Library, the Historical Society, and the Public Services Director. No public comment was made.

• Approved the February 2, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously (7-0).
• Adopted a recommendation to City Council to approve installation of a commemorative plaque honoring Japanese-American WWII veterans, with no specific location recommended.
• Reached consensus to refund raffle tickets from the Poppy Jasper Art Raffle that did not occur.
• Accepted work plan updates from commissioners.

City Council

The City Council is conducting a community workshop regarding local broadband services. The session focuses on infrastructure, regulation, and the city's role following a recent fiber cut outage.

• Broadband Community Workshop Series discussion
• Review of wired and wireless infrastructure
• Discussion on broadband regulation and city capabilities

The City Council held a special workshop to discuss broadband service issues, prompted by a Feb. 3 fiber-cut outage. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational, covering infrastructure, regulation, and the city's limited role. The city encouraged public-private partnerships and community feedback, with two more workshops planned.

• Held community workshop on broadband (no vote)
• No formal actions taken; informational session only

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the Tennant Station Master Sign Program. This item concerns properties located at the southeast quadrant of Tennant Avenue and Monterey Road. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the January 26, 2021 meeting.

• Amendments to the Tennant Station Master Sign Program (AAE2020-0004)
• Approval of January 26, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission unanimously approved amendments to the Tennant Station Master Sign Program for Commonwealth Central Credit Union, with a modification to Exhibit B replacing 'Elevation' with 'Linear Frontage of Lease Space'. The consent agenda, including approval of the January 26, 2021 meeting minutes, was also approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 26, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted amended Tennant Station Master Sign Program (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop regarding last-mile delivery regulations and a public hearing for a conditional use permit at 195 Mast Street. The council will also consider several items including trail funding, construction support contracts, and a playground donation.

• Public hearing for conditional use permit (UP2020-0004) at 195 Mast Street
• $72,660 donation from Morgan Hill Community Foundation for an inclusive playground
• $143,295 agreement with Mark Thomas & Company for Hale Avenue Extension Project
• Funding agreement with VTA for the Madrone Channel Trail project
• Resolution to toll planning and building permit approvals due to COVID-19

The City Council unanimously overturned the Planning Commission's denial of a Conditional Use Permit for Titan Sports Academy/Kinetic Performance Institute at 195 Mast Street, allowing indoor commercial recreation without outside activity. The council also directed staff to prepare a resolution condemning the January 6 Capitol riots and another supporting local democracy, and adopted updates to the Sustainable Morgan Hill vision and council policies.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Titan Sports Academy at 195 Mast Street, overturning Planning Commission denial (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare resolution condemning January 6 Capitol riots (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare resolution supporting local democracy, authority, and control (unanimous)
• Adopted updates to Sustainable Morgan Hill vision, council norms, and Council Policy 97-01 (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including $72,660 donation for Magical Bridge Inclusive Playground (unanimous)
• Approved $143,295 agreement with Mark Thomas & Company for Hale Avenue Extension construction support (unanimous)
• Approved funding agreement with VTA for Madrone Channel Trail improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution tolling planning, subdivision, and building permit approvals due to COVID-19 (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will receive updates regarding the 2020-21 Parks and Recreation Work Plan and the Adopt a Park Program. The agenda also includes approval of the January 19, 2021, meeting minutes.

• Approval of January 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• 2020-21 Parks and Recreation Work Plan updates
• Adopt a Park Program update
• Community Services Director Report

The Parks and Recreation Commission met virtually and unanimously approved the January 19, 2021 meeting minutes. They also received updates on the Adopt a Park Program and the 2020-21 Commission Work Plan, with no substantive decisions made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved January 19, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted update on Adopt a Park Program
• Accepted updates on 2020-21 Work Plan

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission met and took several procedural actions. It adopted the agenda (6-0), accepted work plan updates from commissioners, and unanimously approved the January 5, 2021 meeting minutes. The discussion on the Luis Latronica artwork was continued to the next meeting, and the Steve Tate Library signage update was deferred for a follow-up by the chair.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Accepted work plan updates from commissioners
• Approved January 5, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous, 6-0, Lake absent)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a two-day workshop to review 2020 accomplishments and discuss future priorities. The session includes updates on the budget, climate action, fire, police, and development projects. Members will also discuss the upcoming redistricting process.

• Review of 2020 accomplishments
• Discussion of 2020-2021 Sustainable Morgan Hill plan
• Updates on budget, climate action, fire, police, and development projects
• Discussion regarding the upcoming redistricting process

The Morgan Hill City Council held a two-day annual goal-setting workshop on January 29-30, 2021, to review 2020 accomplishments, discuss norms and policies, and receive updates on budget, climate action, fire, police, development, and communications. No formal decisions were made; the only action was adopting the agenda as posted. Discussions included redistricting, fiscal sustainability, climate action, legal considerations, campaign contribution limits, and social media best practices.

• Adopted the agenda as posted (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a two-day workshop to review 2020 accomplishments and discuss future priorities. The session includes updates on the city budget, climate action, fire, police, and development projects.

• Review of 2020 accomplishments and Council norms
• Review of Sustainable Morgan Hill vision and staff work plan
• Updates on budget, climate action, fire, and police
• Updates on development projects and communications
• Discussion of the upcoming redistricting process

The City Council held its annual goal-setting workshop over two days, reviewing 2020 accomplishments, discussing norms, policies, and the Sustainable Morgan Hill plan, and receiving updates on budget, climate action, fire, police, development, and communications. The only formal action was adopting the agenda. No substantive policy decisions were made during the workshop.

• Adopted the meeting agenda as posted (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for an addition to the existing church building located at 17400 Peak Avenue. The proposal involves adding approximately 1,575 square feet to the structure. The commission will also review meeting minutes from December 8, 2020, and January 12, 2021.

• Conditional use permit for a 1,575 square foot addition at 17400 Peak Avenue
• Approval of December 8, 2020 meeting minutes
• Approval of January 12, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a 1,575-square-foot addition to the existing church building at 17400 Peak Avenue, with added conditions. The vote was 6 to 1, with Commissioner Tanda dissenting. The commission also unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from December 8, 2020, and January 12, 2021.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes from Dec 8, 2020 and Jan 12, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for church addition at 17400 Peak Avenue with added conditions (6-1)

City Council

The Morgan Hill City Council is reviewing a $143,880 agreement for emergency response planning and a public hearing on land acquisition for the Hale Avenue Extension Project. The agenda also includes updates to noise and zoning ordinances and density bonuses for an affordable housing project.

• $143,880 agreement with Black & Veatch for risk assessment and emergency response services
• Public hearing on eminent domain for the Hale Avenue Extension Project
• Ordinance 2319 regarding noise regulations and fence/wall design requirements
• Density bonus concessions for the Watsonville-Hordness affordable housing project
• Acceptance of the VTA Community-Based Transportation Plan

The Morgan Hill City Council unanimously adopted a resolution of necessity to acquire property from Rocke and Glenda Garcia via eminent domain for the Hale Avenue Extension Project, and authorized the City Attorney to file suit. The council also approved several other items, including a $143,880 agreement with Black & Veatch for risk assessment services, an ordinance with municipal code amendments, and a resolution for affordable housing density bonus concessions.

• Adopted Resolution of Necessity for eminent domain acquisition of Garcia property for Hale Avenue Extension (unanimous)
• Approved $143,880 agreement with Black & Veatch for Risk and Resiliency Assessment and Emergency Response Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2319 municipal code amendments (unanimous)
• Approved affordable housing density bonus concessions under AB 1763 (unanimous)
• Accepted VTA Community-Based Transportation Plan with direction to add east-west language (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items 3-5 and 7 (unanimous)
• Approved City Council appointments to outside agencies (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive updates regarding the 2020-21 Parks and Recreation Work Plan. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the December 15, 2020, meeting.

• Approval of December 15, 2020 meeting minutes
• Updates on 2020-21 Parks and Recreation Work Plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two conditional use permit applications. The items include a proposed 1,575 square foot addition to a facility at 17400 Peak Avenue and a new indoor youth gymnastics and baseball training center on Mast Street.

• Proposed 1,575 square foot addition to the Peak - St. Catherine facility at 17400 Peak Avenue
• Conditional use permit for indoor commercial recreation at 195 Mast Street
• Proposal for a youth gymnastics academy and baseball training facility

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission will review reports from local library and historical society groups. The meeting includes discussions regarding fundraising support for Steve Tate Library signage and utility box art. Commissioners will also provide updates on their work plans.

• Approval of December 1, 2020 meeting minutes
• Request for fundraising support for Steve Tate Library signage
• Commissioner discussion on utility box art
• Work plan updates from commissioners

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission approved the December 1, 2020 meeting minutes unanimously (6-0, with Thompson absent). A request for fundraising support for Steve Tate Library signage was discussed but not decided; it will be added to future agendas. The commission also discussed utility box art and work plan updates, with no formal action taken on those items.

• Approved December 1, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous, 6-0)
• Discussed fundraising support for Steve Tate Library signage; tabled to future agenda
• Discussed utility box art; no action taken
• Accepted work plan updates; no formal action