Morgan Hill public meetings in 2022
79 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 27, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 10, 2023.
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to adopt a resolution approving the certified statement of election results from the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election. The meeting also includes the administration of oaths of office for new officials.
- Resolution approving the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election results
- Oaths of office for Mayor Mark Turner, Council Member Yvonne Martínez Beltrán, and Council Member Marilyn Librers
The City Council adopted a resolution certifying the results of the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election. Mayor Mark Turner and Council Members Yvonne Martinez Beltran and Marilyn Librers took the oath of office.
- Adopted agenda as posted (5-0)
- Approved resolution certifying November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election results (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing a request to change the land use of a 3.82-acre site known as "The Gates" from commercial to mixed-use flex. This includes amendments to the General Plan and zoning map at Monterey Road and Cochrane Road. The meeting also includes a legal briefing on the Brown Act.
- Rezoning of 3.82-acre site at Monterey and Cochrane Roads to mixed-use flex
- General Plan amendment for "The Gates" project
- Adoption of Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
- Approval of October 11, 2022 and November 8, 2022 meeting minutes
The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve a General Plan and Zoning amendment for a 3.82-acre site at Monterey Road and Cochrane Road to allow for a mixed-use project. The commission also recommended the adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and associated monitoring program for the site.
- Recommended City Council approve General Plan and Zoning Map amendments for Monterey-City Ventures (The Gates) (6-0)
- Recommended City Council adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for Monterey-City Ventures (The Gates) (6-0)
- Accepted October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Accepted November 8, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Morgan Hill City Council will review a zoning amendment for a mixed-use development at Monterey Road. The council is also considering new requirements for electric vehicle infrastructure and updates to accessory dwelling unit provisions.
- Zoning map amendment for a 1.09-acre site (Monterey – Leal Granada Hotel)
- Ordinance requiring electric vehicle infrastructure in new and existing buildings
- $315,000 purchase and installation of three utility generators
- $200,000 amendment to the Cal-West Lighting and Signal Maintenance contract
- Negotiations with Dub Baseball and USA BMX for development at Butterfield Park
The City Council approved a zoning map amendment for a 1.09-acre mixed-use site and introduced ordinances regarding accessory dwelling units and water waste. The Council also authorized negotiations for sports development at Butterfield Park and approved several infrastructure and service contracts.
- Approved zoning map amendment for mixed-use downtown development (3-2)
- Authorized negotiations with Dub Baseball and USA BMX for Butterfield Park site
- Introduced ordinance updating accessory dwelling unit provisions to comply with state law
- Introduced ordinance updating city water waste provisions
- Approved $315,000 for purchase and installation of three utility generators
- Approved $180,827 agreement with Akel Engineering for sewer system master plan update
- Approved $63,876.72 PG&E agreement for Hale Avenue Extension undergrounding
- Authorized City Manager to accept donations from Shoe Palace (3-2)
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Library, Culture, & Arts Commission
The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission will meet to review reports from the County Librarian, Morgan Hill Library, and Friends of the Morgan Hill Library. The commission also intends to accept the November 2022 meeting minutes and provide updates on work plan items.
- County Librarian Report
- Morgan Hill Library Report
- Friends of the Morgan Hill Library Report
- Morgan Hill Historical Society Report
- Work Plan Updates
The Commission adopted the meeting agenda and accepted the minutes from the November 1, 2022 meeting. Commissioners provided updates and discussed items related to the Work Plan.
- Adopted agenda (6-0)
- Accepted November 1, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 22, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled to be held on December 13, 2022.
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a zoning amendment for a 66.49-acre area near Highway 101. The agenda also includes public hearings on a business improvement district and a residential development appeal. Additionally, the council will consider an ordinance for electric vehicle charging in new construction.
- Zoning amendment for 66.49-acre area at Cochrane Road and Highway 101
- Appeal regarding a 93-unit residential condominium development by Denova Homes
- Design permit amendment to add a fifth floor to the Granada Hotel
- $274,608 landscape maintenance contract award to Brightview Landscape Services
- Introduction of an ordinance for electric vehicle charging in new construction
The City Council approved the formation of the Morgan Hill Property and Business Improvement District following a ballot of weighted results. The Council also denied an appeal for a 93-unit residential development and introduced an ordinance for EV charging infrastructure in new construction.
- Formed the Morgan Hill Property and Business Improvement District (4-1)
- Denied appeal and reaffirmed approval of 93-unit residential condominium development (5-0)
- Introduced ordinance requiring electric vehicle charging infrastructure in new construction (5-0)
- Approved zoning map amendment for 66.49-acre area at Cochrane Road and Highway 101 (5-0)
- Awarded $274,608 landscape maintenance contract to Brightview Landscape Services, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved $27,000 purchase of sewer easement from Jitendra and Nayana Patel (5-0)
- Approved $17,969 amendment to Battalion One Fire Protection maintenance agreement (5-0)
- Approved franchise agreement with Recology South Valley (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Commission will review the Buttefield Park site design with potential partners. They are considering recommending that the City Council move forward with partnership agreements for Dub Baseball and USA BMX. The meeting also includes work plan updates.
- Review of Buttefield Park site design
- Proposed partnership agreements with Dub Baseball and USA BMX
- Approval of October 2022 meeting minutes
- Work plan updates
The Parks and Recreation Commission recommended that the City Council proceed with partnership agreements for the Buttefield Park site design. The Commission also approved the October 2022 meeting minutes and cancelled the December meeting.
- Recommended to City Council moving forward with partnership agreements with Dub Baseball and USA BMX for Buttefield Park (4-0)
- Approved October 18, 2022 Meeting Minutes (4-0)
- Approved motion to cancel December meeting (4-0)
- Approved adoption of agenda (4-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to review its 2023 work program. The commission will also conduct a public hearing regarding updates to the city's zoning code. These changes include addressing clerical errors and updating Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) provisions to comply with state law.
- Public hearing for Municipal Code text amendment (ZA2022-0005)
- Updates to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) provisions
- Review of the 2023 Planning Commission Work Program
The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve amendments to the municipal zoning code to correct clerical errors and update accessory dwelling unit (ADU) provisions for state law compliance. The recommendation included specific modifications to property line setbacks and height regulations for ADUs.
- Recommended City Council approval of Zoning Code amendments (ZA2022-0005) with modifications to ADU setbacks and height rules (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider environmental certification and land use changes for the Cochrane Commons Retail Center. The agenda also includes reviewing the Butterfield Fire Station Project design and adopting new building codes.
- General Plan amendments for Cochrane Commons Retail Center
- $300,000 contract for a self-cleaning restroom at Galvan Park
- Conceptual design for the Butterfield Fire Station Project
- Adoption of 2022 California State Building Standards Codes
- Updates to inclusionary housing and density bonus regulations
The City Council approved a General Plan amendment and certified the environmental report for the Cochrane Commons Retail Center with a 55-foot height restriction. The Council also approved the conceptual design for the Butterfield Fire Station and a contract for a self-cleaning restroom at Galvan Park.
- Approved General Plan amendment and SEIR for Cochrane Commons Retail Center (5-0)
- Introduced Zoning Amendment Ordinance for Cochrane Commons with 55' height restriction (5-0)
- Approved conceptual design for Butterfield Fire Station Project (5-0)
- Approved $300,000 contract with Exeloo Corporation for self-cleaning restroom at Galvan Park (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2336 regarding inclusionary housing and density bonuses (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2337 adopting 2022 California State Building Standards Codes (5-0)
- Approved revised Community Service Officers Association salary schedules (5-0)
- Approved September 28 and October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Library, Culture, & Arts Commission
The commission will receive reports from the County Librarian, Morgan Hill Library, Friends of the Morgan Hill Library, and the Morgan Hill Historical Society. The agenda also includes a review of October 2022 meeting minutes and updates on Work Plan items.
- Acceptance of October 2022 meeting minutes
- Work Plan updates
- Reports from library and historical society representatives
The Commission accepted the meeting minutes from October 4, 2022. Reports were received from the County Librarian, the Morgan Hill Library, and the City of Morgan Hill.
- Adopted agenda (6-0)
- Accepted October 4, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 25, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled to be held on November 8, 2022.
City/School Liaison Committee
The committee will discuss updates from the Morgan Hill Police Department and the Morgan Hill Unified School District. Members will also vote to approve the minutes from the September 15, 2022, meeting.
- Approval of September 15, 2022, meeting minutes
- Police Department update
- General City update
- Morgan Hill Unified School District update
The committee approved the minutes from the September 15, 2022 meeting with a unanimous vote. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of informational updates from the police department, city manager, and school district.
- Approved minutes from September 15, 2022 meeting (4-0)
City Council
The Morgan Hill City Council will review proposed ordinances regarding inclusionary housing and density bonus laws. The council will also discuss the adoption of new state building standards and the Draft Condit Road Sports Facilities Master Plan. Additionally, the meeting includes a report on water quality.
- Introduction of an ordinance for inclusionary housing and density bonus laws
- Adoption of 2022 California State Building Standards Codes
- Approval of the Draft Condit Road Sports Facilities Master Plan
- Review of the 2022 Public Health Goals Report on Water Quality
- Update to the Library, Culture, and Arts Commission Work Plan
The City Council voted unanimously to introduce an ordinance amending inclusionary housing rules and density bonus law, striking language that would give the Development Services Director final approval of density bonuses and concessions, keeping that authority with the Council. The Council also approved the Condit Road Sports Facilities Master Plan, accepted the Visit Morgan Hill annual report, and adopted the 2022 Public Health Goals Report on Water Quality. A motion to approve the Community Funding Policy with the removal of section 1e failed on a 2-2 vote.
- Introduced ordinance amending inclusionary housing and density bonus law, retaining final approval of density bonuses at City Council (passed 4-0).
- Approved the Draft Condit Road Sports Facilities Master Plan (passed 4-0).
- Accepted the Morgan Hill Tourism Business Improvement District (Visit Morgan Hill) annual report (passed 4-0).
- Accepted the 2022 Public Health Goals Report on Water Quality (passed 4-0).
- Introduced ordinance adopting 2022 California Building Standards Codes and 2021 International Property Maintenance Code, setting public hearing for November 2, 2022 (passed 4-0).
- Accepted the annual evaluation report for the Santa Clara County Multi-Jurisdictional Program for Public Information (consent calendar, passed 4-0).
- Approved update to Library, Culture, and Arts Commission work plan to include 'Morgan Hill Stands United Against Hate' campaign (consent calendar, passed 4-0).
- Motion to approve Community Funding Policy with removal of section 1e failed (2-2).
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will provide recommendations to City staff regarding priority locations for future pickleball courts. The meeting also includes work plan updates and the acceptance of September 2022 meeting minutes.
- Recommendation on priority location for future pickleball courts
- Acceptance of September 2022 meeting minutes
- Work plan updates
The Parks and Recreation Commission voted 5-0 to recommend Community Park as the priority location for future pickleball courts. The commission also accepted the September 2022 meeting minutes by a 5-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved 5-0: Recommended Community Park as the priority site for future pickleball courts.
- Accepted 5-0: September 2022 meeting minutes.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is considering amendments for the Cochrane Commons Retail Venture Center and a design permit for the Granada Hotel. These items involve proposed zoning changes and an additional floor for the hotel.
- Cochrane Commons Phase 2: General Plan and Zoning Amendment
- Granada Hotel: Design Permit Amendment for a fifth floor at 17490 Monterey Road
- Approval of August 23 and September 13, 2022 meeting minutes
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council certify the SEIR and approve a General Plan amendment and zoning change for the Cochrane Commons Phase 2 retail center. The commission also approved modifications including limiting mixed-use flex designation, adjusting permitted uses, and requiring a 15-foot landscape strip along Mission View Drive. Additionally, the commission recommended approval of a zoning amendment and design permit for a partial fifth floor at the Granada Hotel on Monterey Road.
- Approved resolution recommending City Council certify SEIR and adopt mitigation program for Cochrane Commons Phase 2 (6-0)
- Approved resolution recommending General Plan amendment and Planned Development Combining District for Cochrane Commons with modifications (6-0)
- Approved resolution recommending City Council approve zoning amendment for Granada Hotel to add Planned Development Combining District (6-0)
- Approved resolution recommending City Council approve Design Permit Amendment for partial fifth floor at Granada Hotel (6-0)
- Accepted August 23, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Accepted September 13, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Library, Culture, & Arts Commission
The commission will review reports from local library and historical society entities. Members will also discuss updates to the Commission Work Plan and consider recommending a new hate prevention program to the City Council.
- Recommendation to add 'Morgan Hill Stands Against Hate' to the Commission Work Plan
- Acceptance of September 2022 meeting minutes
- Reports from County Library, Morgan Hill Library, and Friends of the Morgan Hill Library
- Report from Morgan Hill Historical Society
The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission voted 7-0 to recommend adding the 'Morgan Hill Stands United Against Hate' campaign to its work plan. The commission also accepted the September 2022 meeting minutes and received reports from the County Library and City of Morgan Hill. No public comments were made.
- Approved 7-0 to recommend adding 'Morgan Hill Stands United Against Hate' campaign to the Commission Work Plan
- Accepted September 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Adopted the agenda (7-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding bond issuance for the Morgan Hill Senior Apartments. The agenda also includes discussions on housing ordinance amendments and several infrastructure and equipment purchases.
- Bond issuance for an 82-unit multifamily rental housing project
- Acceptance of the $1,334,087 East Fifth Street Sewer Main Project
- $300,000 agreement with Jayson Architecture for Villa Mira Monte Expansion design
- Purchase of police vehicles and equipment including two Tacomas, one Sienna, and one Explorer
- Ordinance amendment regarding inclusionary housing and density bonus laws
The council voted 3-2 to adopt a resolution of intention to form the Morgan Hill Property and Business Improvement District and authorized the city manager to sign ballots for city-owned properties in support. The council also approved a parcel map and subdivision agreements for the Redwood Tech at 101 project, a consultant agreement for Villa Mira Monte expansion design, and several consent calendar items including sewer main acceptance, pump purchases, police vehicles, and a tree maintenance agreement. A resolution to continue teleconference meetings was adopted with an expiration date of October 18, 2022.
- Approved resolution to continue teleconference meetings through October 18, 2022 (5-0).
- Approved resolution of intention to form the Morgan Hill Property and Business Improvement District (3-2).
- Approved parcel map and subdivision improvements agreement for Redwood Tech at 101 project (4-1).
- Approved $300,000 consultant agreement with Jayson Architecture for Villa Mira Monte expansion conceptual design (4-1).
- Accepted East Fifth Street Sewer Main Project at $1,334,087 and authorized notice of completion.
- Authorized purchase of three police vehicles and equipment for up to $240,455.
- Awarded tree maintenance service agreement to West Coast Arborists, Inc. for up to $652,000 over two years.
- Approved TEFRA hearing and resolution supporting bond issuance for an 82-unit senior apartment project.
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 27, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled to be held on October 11, 2022.
Parks & Recreation Commission
The commission will review the July 19, 2022, meeting minutes for acceptance. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding work plan updates and a report from the Public Services Director.
- Acceptance of July 19, 2022, meeting minutes
- Discussion of work plan updates
General
The committee will consider continuing to hold meetings via teleconference due to public health risks. Members will also receive school security reports from the Police Department and Morgan Hill Unified School District.
- Approval of June 16, 2022, meeting minutes
- Decision on continuing teleconference meetings
- School security report from the Police Department
- School security report from Morgan Hill Unified School District
The Morgan Hill City/School Liaison Committee voted to continue meeting via teleconference due to public health risk, and approved minutes from June 16, 2022. The committee received updates on school security, traffic enforcement, and district course offerings, but no substantive policy decisions were made beyond the procedural votes.
- Approved minutes from June 16, 2022 meeting (4-0)
- Determined that in-person meetings present a public health risk and continued teleconference meetings (4-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing two residential development projects. This includes a preliminary review for 125 townhomes at Jarvis/Evergreen Village and a request to approve a 93-unit condominium complex near Monterey Road and Burnett Avenue.
- Proposed 93-unit residential condominium development west of the Monterey Road and Burnett Avenue intersection
- Preliminary plan review for 125 townhome-style condominiums at Jarvis/Evergreen Village
The Planning Commission approved a single-lot vesting tentative map and design permit for a 93-unit residential condominium development west of the Monterey Road/Burnett Avenue intersection, with added conditions for landscaping, wall height, and noise disclosure. The item was approved on a 4-2 vote. The commission also held a preliminary review of a 125-unit townhome project but took no action, providing only advisory input.
- Approved 93-unit condominium development (Monterey-Kerley) with added conditions (4-2)
- Added condition: landscape plans modified for additional trees (max 24-inch box) along southern property line
- Added condition: masonry wall height changed from 6 ft to 7 ft
- Added condition: 7-foot wood fence (6' solid, 1' lattice) along Angelica Court property line
- Added condition: disclosure statement in CC&Rs about potential noise/dust from adjacent business (Irish Construction Co.)
- Preliminary review of 125-unit townhome project (Jarvis/Evergreen Village) — no action taken, only advisory input
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Library, Culture, & Arts Commission
The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission will hold a workshop regarding the International Festival. The meeting also includes discussions on supporting the "Morgan Hill Stands Against Hate" campaign and a poetry contest by Literary Legacies. Several agency reports are scheduled to be received.
- Workshop to discuss the International Festival
- Discussion of support for 'Morgan Hill Stands Against Hate' Campaign
- Discussion regarding support for Literary Legacies poetry contest
- Acceptance of meeting minutes from July 5 and July 27, 2022
The commission noted the International Festival is cancelled for 2022. A sub-committee was assigned to support a proposed 'Morgan Hill Stands Against Hate' campaign. Minutes from July 5 and July 27, 2022 were accepted. No other substantive decisions were made.
- International Festival cancelled for 2022 (noted)
- Accepted July 5, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Accepted July 27, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Sub-committee of Chabra, Santiago, and Ganapathy assigned to support 'Morgan Hill Stands Against Hate' campaign
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the city's inclusionary housing regulations. The commission will also consider enacting new rules for density bonuses and incentives for housing projects that include affordable units. A resolution recommending City Council approval of these amendments is up for consideration.
- Public hearing on amending inclusionary housing regulations
- Enacting new density bonus and incentive rules for affordable housing projects
- Approval of July 26, 2022 meeting minutes
The Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council approve amendments to the Municipal Code clarifying inclusionary housing regulations and enacting a new density bonus chapter for projects with affordable units, as required by state law (AB 1763). The public hearing was opened and closed with no speakers. The motion passed 7-0.
- Approved minutes of the July 26, 2022 meeting (7-0).
- Adopted a resolution recommending City Council approve amendments to Sections 14.04.040 and 14.04.060 (inclusionary housing) and enact Chapter 18.48 (density bonus) to comply with state density bonus law (7-0).
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will conduct a mid-year goal review workshop regarding strategic priorities. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update and several contract approvals.
- Review of the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update submission
- $589,199 PG&E agreement for utility undergrounding at Main and Hale Avenues
- $100,000 contract with Santa Clara County for homeless prevention services
- $74,750 one-time cost to add 25 Flock Safety cameras
- Updates to the Hotel Strategy and Incentive Policy
The City Council approved the submission of the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update to the California Department of Housing and Community Development, and approved updates to the Hotel Incentive Policy to support new hotel development and rehabilitation. The council also authorized adding 25 Flock Safety automated license plate readers, approved a $100,000 homeless prevention services contract with Santa Clara County, and approved a $589,199 PG&E agreement for underground dry utilities. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved submission of 2023-2031 Housing Element Update to state (5-0)
- Approved updates to Hotel Incentive Policy for new hotel development and rehabilitation (5-0)
- Authorized amendment with Flock Safety for 25 additional automated license plate readers, $74,750 one-time cost plus $66,000 annual (5-0)
- Approved $100,000 two-year contract with Santa Clara County for homeless prevention services (5-0)
- Approved $589,199 PG&E agreement to underground dry utilities at Main and Hale Avenues (5-0)
- Approved four-month solid waste franchise extension with Recology South Valley (5-0)
- Approved revisions to City Investment Policy CP-94-04 (5-0)
- Appointed Mayor Constantine as voting delegate for CalCities Annual Conference (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss updates regarding the commission's work plan. The agenda also includes a report from the Public Services Director and the acceptance of minutes from the July 19, 2022, meeting.
- Acceptance of July 19, 2022, meeting minutes
- Work plan updates and discussion
- Public Services Director Report
The August 16, 2022 meeting of the Morgan Hill Parks and Recreation Commission was not conducted because only three commissioners were present, falling short of a quorum. No decisions were made, and no public comment or business items were addressed.
- Meeting not conducted due to lack of quorum
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 9, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled to be held on August 23, 2022.
City Council
The City Council will conduct interviews for a Planning Commission vacancy and vote to place the Monterey Road Lane Reduction Measure on the November 8, 2022, ballot. The agenda also includes approving a traffic engineering contract and an ordinance for an outdoor dining program.
- Placing the Monterey Road Lane Reduction Measure on the November 8, 2022, ballot
- $442,000 total contract with TL Engineering for transportation/traffic engineering services
- $665,989 contract to Golden Bay Construction, Inc. for signal projects
- Ordinance amendment for the Morgan Hill Outdoor Dining Program
- Utility box art installation at John Wilson Way and Monterey Road
The City Council appointed James (Jim) Wilson to fill a vacancy on the Planning Commission after interviewing four applicants. The council also adopted a resolution to continue holding meetings by teleconference due to public health risks. An ordinance to amend the municipal code for the outdoor dining program failed to pass, and the council approved the consent calendar, including a $442,000 contract for transportation engineering services.
- Appointed James (Jim) Wilson to Planning Commission (4-0)
- Adopted resolution to continue teleconference meetings (4-0)
- Approved consent calendar items 3, 4, 6-9 (4-0)
- Approved utility box art at John Wilson Way and Monterey Road (4-0)
- Failed to introduce outdoor dining ordinance amendment (2-2)
- Approved $442,000 on-call transportation engineering services with TL Engineering (consent)
- Awarded $665,989 RRFB/HAWK signal project to Golden Bay Construction (consent)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Library, Culture, & Arts Commission
The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission will hold a workshop to discuss planning for the International Festival. The meeting also includes standard procedures such as agenda adoption and public comment.
- International Festival planning workshop
The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission held a workshop to discuss planning for the International Festival. No formal decisions were made during the meeting. The agenda was adopted unanimously, and a public comment requested that a future meeting consider a proposal from Morgan Hill Stands Against Hate.
- Adopted meeting agenda (6-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a permit to expand the Vila Monte Senior Care Facility with a new 8,171 square foot building. The commission will also review the draft 2023-2031 Housing Element Update. Additionally, members are scheduled to select a new Chairperson and Vice Chair.
- Conditional Use Permit for Vila Monte Senior Care Facility expansion (8,171 square foot building)
- Review of the Draft City of Morgan Hill 2023-2031 Housing Element Update
- Selection of Planning Commission Chairperson and Vice Chair
- Approval of June 14 and June 28, 2022 meeting minutes
The Planning Commission voted to continue the conditional use permit for the Vila Monte Senior Care Facility expansion to a date uncertain, after a motion to deny was withdrawn. They also adopted a resolution recommending the City Council submit the Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element to the state for review. The commission reappointed Joseph Mueller as Chair and Wayne Tanda as Vice-Chair.
- Continued UP2020-0009/EA2020-0018 (Vila Monte Senior Care expansion) to date uncertain (6-0)
- Adopted resolution recommending City Council submit Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element to state HCD (6-0)
- Reappointed Joseph Mueller as Chair and Wayne Tanda as Vice-Chair (6-0)
- Accepted consent agenda including June 14 and June 28, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Commission will review the draft Condit Road Sports Facilities Master Plan to provide recommendations to the City Council. They will also discuss partnership opportunities for city-owned parkland at Butterfield Boulevard and Monterey Road. Additionally, members will receive updates on the commission's work plan.
- Review of draft Condit Road Sports Facilities Master Plan
- Partnership opportunities for parkland at Butterfield Boulevard and Monterey Road
- Space planning and partnership fact-finding with KPI and USA BMX
- Development of the FY 2022/23 Commission Work Plan
The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the draft Condit Road Sports Facilities Master Plan, recommending City Council approval with specific notes including adding a water slide, ensuring food truck space, EV and accessible parking, and excluding a dog park. They also recommended moving forward with space planning for partnerships at Butterfield Boulevard and Monterey Road with KPI and USA BMX, and approved the FY 2022/23 work plan.
- Approved Condit Road Sports Facilities Master Plan with notes (6-0)
- Recommended moving forward with space planning for Butterfield/Monterey partnerships (5-0)
- Approved FY 2022/23 work plan (5-0)
- Accepted May 17, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
Planning Commission
The Morgan Hill Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 12, 2022, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled to be held on July 26, 2022.
Library, Culture, & Arts Commission
The Commission will discuss a potential mural by Crystal Roma and recommend approval for utility box art by Rehat Sra. Members will also develop the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Work Plan to recommend to the City Council. The meeting includes a workshop on International Festival planning.
- Recommendation of utility box art by Rehat Sra
- Discussion of potential mural by Crystal Roma
- Development of Fiscal Year 2022-23 Work Plan
- International Festival planning workshop
The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission approved the June 2022 meeting minutes, recommended approval of public art on a utility box at John Wilson Way and Monterey Road, and recommended the FY 2022-23 Work Plan to the City Council. All votes were 6-0. The commission also discussed a potential mural and planned a special meeting for the International Festival.
- Approved June 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Recommended utility box art at John Wilson Way and Monterey Road to City Council (6-0)
- Recommended FY 2022-23 Work Plan to City Council (6-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing a request for the 'Rosewood' portion of the Lillian Commons medical campus mixed-use project. The proposal includes 120 residential units consisting of duet homes and townhome-style condominiums. The hearing also covers an amended tentative map for the medical portion of the site.
- Proposed 120-unit residential development at Juan Hernandez Drive and Barrett Avenue
- Development of 34 single-family attached duet homes and 86 townhome-style condominiums
- Request for a minor exception to allow a maximum building height of 38 feet 6 inches
- Creation of approximately 1.98 acres of park space within the project boundaries
The Planning Commission approved two resolutions for the Rosewood residential portion of the Lillian Commons medical campus project. The first approved amendments to the Tentative Parcel Map, and the second approved the Vesting Tentative Map, Design Permit, and Minor Exception for a 120-unit residential development. Both motions passed unanimously with Chair Kumar absent.
- Approved amendments to Tentative Parcel Map SD2019-0007 (5-0)
- Approved Vesting Tentative Map, Design Permit, and Minor Exception for 120-unit residential project (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The regular City Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 22, 2022, has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for August 3, 2022.
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Commission will review the draft Condit Road Sports Facilities Master Plan to provide feedback and a recommendation to the City Council. The agenda also includes updates on work plan items and the development of the FY 2022/23 Work Plan.
- Review of draft Condit Road Sports Facilities Master Plan
- Development of FY 2022/23 Work Plan
- Commission Work Plan updates
- Acceptance of May 17, 2022 meeting minutes
City/School Liaison Committee
The committee will consider continuing meetings via teleconference and review the April 22, 2022 meeting minutes. The agenda includes a police department update on school security and a COVID-19 year in review from the Morgan Hill Unified School District.
- Decision on continuing committee meetings via teleconference
- Police Department update regarding school security
- MHUSD COVID-19 year in review and future expectations
- Approval of April 22, 2022 meeting minutes
The City/School Liaison Committee approved minutes from April 22, 2022, and voted to continue meeting via teleconference, with plans to return to in-person meetings in August. Updates were provided on school security, MHPD citations, and COVID protocols. No other formal decisions were made.
- Approved minutes from April 22, 2022 (4-0)
- Approved continuing teleconference meetings (4-0)
City Council
The City Council unanimously adopted the FY 2022-23 and 2023-24 operating budget, the FY 2022-23 through 2027-28 capital improvement program budget, and the FY 2022-23 appropriations limit, along with revised salary schedules. The council also voted to not move forward with the downtown lane reduction, instead directing staff to investigate other traffic calming measures. A substitute motion to put the lane reduction on a future ballot failed for lack of a second.
- Adopted FY 2022-23 and 2023-24 operating budget (5-0)
- Adopted FY 2022-23 through 2027-28 capital improvement program budget (5-0)
- Adopted FY 2022-23 appropriations limit and adjustment factors (5-0)
- Approved revised salary schedules for POA, CSOA, AFSCME, and management employees (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar items 1-9 and 11-16 (5-0)
- Approved $1.1M BMR administration contract with Housekeys, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved $1.71M 10-year Axon police equipment agreement (5-0)
- Directed staff to investigate traffic calming measures, not lane reduction (4-0-1)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Commission will review a permit for a new childcare facility at Barret Avenue and Butterfield Boulevard. Additionally, the meeting includes a master sign program for Third Street and an ordinance regarding outdoor dining standards.
- Conditional Use Permit for a new 8,420 square foot childcare facility
- Master Sign Program for commercial space at Third Street and Depot Street
- Ordinance establishing standards for restaurant outdoor dining (sidewalk cafes and parklets)
- Approval of May 10 and May 24, 2022 meeting minutes
The Morgan Hill Planning Commission approved a master sign program for Sunsweet, a conditional use permit for a new 8,420 sq ft childcare facility (Catalyst Kids) with an amended parking condition, and recommended City Council approval of an ordinance establishing outdoor dining standards. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with two members absent.
- Approved master sign program for Sunsweet commercial space (4-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for Catalyst Kids childcare facility, amended parking condition (4-0)
- Recommended City Council approval of outdoor dining ordinance (4-0)
- Accepted consent agenda including May 10 and May 24 meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Library, Culture, & Arts Commission
The Commission will review reports from the County Library, Morgan Hill Library, and Historical Society. Members are set to discuss several public art proposals, including artwork for a playground restroom and utility boxes. The meeting also includes updates on the FY 22/23 Work Plan.
- Recommendation of Taylor Gallegos for Magical Bridge Playground restroom artwork
- Review of Leadership Morgan Hill Gateway Art Proposal
- Recommendation for approval of utility box art by Rehat Sra
- Discussion of Poppy Jasper Art Unveiling/Celebration
- Discussion of mural work item related to supporting unhoused residents
The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission approved the selection of artist Taylor Gallegos for the Magical Bridge restroom artwork, recommended approval of the Leadership Morgan Hill Gateway Art proposal to the City Council, and accepted the May 2022 meeting minutes with a spelling correction. The commission also updated its FY 22/23 work plan for final review in July and deferred action on utility box art by Rehat Sra to a future meeting.
- Approved selection of artist Taylor Gallegos for Magical Bridge restroom artwork (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Leadership Morgan Hill Gateway Art proposal to City Council (5-0, Khera abstained)
- Accepted May 2022 meeting minutes with correction to Commissioner Ganapathy's name (6-0)
- Updated FY 22/23 work plan for final review in July
City Council
The Morgan Hill City Council will review several items including a large-scale road rehabilitation contract and updates to water rates. The agenda also includes approving fire department equipment purchases and new hotel development policies. A public hearing will be held regarding revisions to water rate adjustments.
- Awarding $3,879,053 contract for the 2022 Pavement Rehabilitation Project
- Approving $325,229 for fire department equipment and maintenance
- Public hearing regarding revisions to water rate adjustments
- $200,000 two-year agreement for traffic striping and signage maintenance
- Amending Joint Venture Silicon Valley contract to a revised total of $350,000
The Morgan Hill City Council approved a Hotel Strategy and Incentive Policy to support new hotel development and rehabilitation of existing hotels, with a directive to return in two months with a report on refining the policy. The council also adopted final water rate adjustments after a Proposition 218 protest count found insufficient opposition. All consent calendar items were approved, including a $3.88 million pavement rehabilitation contract and $325,229 in fire equipment purchases.
- Approved Hotel Strategy and Incentive Policy (3-1, Spring absent)
- Adopted final water rate adjustments (4-0)
- Approved 2022 Pavement Rehabilitation Project to Teichert Construction for $3,879,053 (consent)
- Approved fire equipment purchases totaling $325,229 (consent)
- Approved first amendment to Joint Venture Silicon Valley agreement for $350,000 (consent)
- Approved impact fee freeze policy amendments (consent)
- Approved lease amendment with Community Christian for El Toro Building (consent)
- Ratified position on AB 2181 (consent)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The regular City Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 25, 2022, was canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for June 1, 2022.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to review and discuss the City of Morgan Hill Housing Element Update. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.
- Review and discussion of the Housing Element Update
The Morgan Hill Planning Commission met virtually on May 24, 2022, and reviewed a presentation on the City's Housing Element Update. No formal action was taken on the item, and no public hearings were held. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no substantive decisions made.
- Reviewed Housing Element Update (no action taken)
- No public hearings held
- No changes to Orders of the Day
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt new district maps following a court order. The council will also review the 2022-23 and 2023-24 operating and capital budgets. Other items include approving police software upgrades and park project completions.
- $778,400 agreement with Axon for police dispatch and records system upgrade
- Public hearing to adopt new City Council district maps
- Review of FY 2022-23 and 2023-24 operating and capital budgets
- Approval of Sabini Court Subdivision parcel map
- Acceptance of Butterfield Boulevard Linear Park Extension Project completion
The City Council adopted the 'NDC Green' district map as the legally acceptable City Council district map, as required by a court order. The council also approved a $778,400 agreement with Axon for a police computer-aided dispatch and records management system upgrade, and accepted the resignation of Planning Commissioner Laura Gonzalez-Escoto. All other consent calendar items were approved unanimously.
- Adopted NDC Green as City Council district map (4-0, Spring abstained)
- Approved $778,400 Axon agreement for police CAD/RMS upgrade (5-0)
- Accepted resignation of Planning Commissioner Laura Gonzalez-Escoto (consent)
- Accepted Butterfield Boulevard Linear Park Extension Project as complete (consent)
- Adopted resolution continuing teleconference meetings (consent)
- Adopted resolution designating enforcement agency for single-use foodware (consent)
- Adopted Ordinance 2334 amending CalPERS contract (consent)
- Approved May 4, 2022 City Council meeting minutes (consent)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss a walkability audit and its potential use by the City. The meeting also includes updates on older adult services and off-leash dog park planning efforts.
- Review of walkability audit developed by the Commission Sub-Committee
- Update on off-leash dog park planning efforts
- Update on City Older Adult Services
- Development of FY 2022/23 Commission Work Plan
The Parks and Recreation Commission met on May 17, 2022, with two members absent. They welcomed new commissioners Maniar and Vittal, adopted the agenda and the April 2022 meeting minutes, both by 5-0 votes. The commission received updates on older adult services, walkability audit, off-leash dog park planning, and work plan items, but took no other substantive actions.
- Adopted agenda (5-0)
- Accepted April 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission approved the revised April 26, 2022 meeting minutes and selected Planning Commissioner Mueller as Vice-Chair. They also reviewed and discussed the Housing Element Constraints Analysis but took no action. No public hearings were held.
- Approved revised April 26, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Selected Planning Commissioner Mueller as Vice-Chair (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will conduct interviews for seats on the Parks and Recreation and Library, Culture, and Arts commissions. The council also plans to introduce recommended biennial operating and capital improvement budgets. Additionally, several ordinances regarding illegal speed contests and water use regulations are up for adoption.
- Adoption of Ordinance 2332 to prohibit spectators at illegal speed contests
- Adoption of Ordinance 2333 amending water system regulations
- Contract with Infosend for utility billing services up to $199,516
- Artist agreement with Evelyn Davis for West Little Llagas Creek Trail project ($17,500)
- Approval of Morgan Hill Outdoor Dining Program and Parklet Grant Funding Program
The City Council approved the Morgan Hill Outdoor Dining Program and Parklet Grant Funding Program, along with several consent calendar items including ordinances on sideshows and water conservation. The council also introduced the FY 2022-23 and FY 2023-24 biennial budgets and approved refinancing of 2014 water revenue bonds. Appointments were made to the Parks and Recreation and Library, Culture, and Arts Commissions.
- Approved Outdoor Dining Program and Parklet Grant Funding Program (3-2)
- Adopted Ordinance 2332 prohibiting spectators at illegal speed contests (consent)
- Adopted Ordinance 2333 amending water conservation regulations (consent)
- Approved $199,516 contract with Infosend for utility billing services (consent)
- Approved $17,500 artist agreement with Evelyn Davis for Steelhead Trout Sculpture (consent)
- Approved resolution to refinance 2014 water revenue bonds (5-0)
- Introduced FY 2022-23 and FY 2023-24 biennial budgets (received)
- Appointed Shweta Maniar and Harpreet Vittal to Parks and Recreation Commission, Cindy Blanton to Library, Culture, and Arts Commission
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Library, Culture, & Arts Commission
The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission will review reports from the County Library, Morgan Hill Library, and the Historical Society. The commission also plans to discuss funding for the Peace Pole project and logistics for the Poppy Jasper Art Unveiling.
- Recommendation to use art funds to complete the Peace Pole project
- Discussion of date and logistics for the Poppy Jasper Art Unveiling
- Debrief of the Art a la Carte event
- Update on the FY 22/23 Commission Work Plan
The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission approved the use of Art Fund money to complete the Peace Pole Project and scheduled the Poppy Jasper Art Unveiling for September 6 at 5pm. They also accepted the April meeting minutes and discussed the Art a la Carte event and work plan updates.
- Approved use of Art Fund for Peace Pole Project (5-0)
- Set Poppy Jasper Art Unveiling for September 6 at 5pm
- Accepted April 5, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Adopted agenda (5-0)
City Council
The regular City Council meeting scheduled for April 27, 2022, was canceled. No items were listed on the agenda for this date. The next regularly scheduled meeting is May 4, 2022.
Planning Commission
The Morgan Hill Planning Commission will consider a permit for alcoholic beverage sales at 90 E. Third Street. The agenda also includes a report on the Capital Improvement Program and feedback on the Housing Element Update.
- Conditional Use Permit for Mohi Farms Inc. to allow alcohol sales at 90 E. Third Street
- FY 2022/23 through FY 2027/28 Capital Improvement Program report and consistency finding
- Review of the Housing Element Update - Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing draft
The Planning Commission approved the April 12, 2022 meeting minutes, a conditional use permit for alcohol sales at Mohi Farms Inc. (90 E. Third Street), and a resolution recommending acceptance of the Capital Improvement Program for FY 2022/23 through 2027/28, finding FY 2022/23 and 2023/24 consistent with the General Plan. The commission also reviewed and discussed the draft Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) but took no motion. Commissioner Gonzalez-Escoto announced her resignation.
- Approved April 12, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for on-site alcohol sales at Mohi Farms Inc., 90 E. Third Street (7-0)
- Adopted resolution recommending acceptance of CIP FY 2022/23-2027/28 and finding consistency with General Plan for FY 2022/23 and 2023/24 (7-0)
- Reviewed and discussed draft AFFH; no motion taken
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City/School Liaison Committee
The committee will decide whether to continue teleconference meetings due to public health risks. The agenda also includes updates from the Police Department and Morgan Hill Unified School District, as well as a discussion on the Crossing Guard Program.
- Approval of February 11, 2022, meeting minutes
- Decision on continuing teleconference meetings instead of in-person meetings
- Crossing Guard Program discussion
- Police Department update
- Morgan Hill Unified School District update
The committee voted to continue meeting via teleconference until August, citing public health guidance. They also discussed the crossing guard program, reviewed police and school updates, and approved the previous meeting's minutes.
- Approved minutes from February 11, 2022 meeting (4-0)
- Approved continuing teleconference meetings until August (4-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop on citywide transportation planning and traffic safety. The agenda includes introducing an ordinance to update water waste provisions and declaring a Level 4 Water Supply Shortage. The Council will also consider several contracts, including the East Dunne Avenue Rehabilitation Project.
- Award of $2,153,195 contract for East Dunne Avenue Rehabilitation Project
- Public hearing for bonds for Village at Madrone Affordable Housing Apartments
- Introduction of ordinance regarding sideshow participants and spectators
- Resolution declaring a Level 4 Water Supply Shortage
- Acceptance of $17,558 grant for a Long-Range Acoustic Device (LRAD)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks & Recreation Commission will review the proposed Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2022/23 through 2027/28. The meeting also includes the selection of a new Chair and Vice Chair. Additionally, the commission will provide updates on work plan items.
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
- Review of FY 2022/23 through FY 2027/28 Capital Improvement Program
- Commission Work Plan updates
- Recognition of Lisa Rick, Sergio Jauregui, Michael Greymont, and Morgan Hill Aquatics Foundation
The Parks and Recreation Commission appointed Maureen Grzan-Pieracci as Chair and David Lovato as Vice Chair, both by 7-0 votes. The commission also approved the FY 2022/23-2027/28 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) with a recommendation for City Council approval, and approved the March 2022 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Appointed Maureen Grzan-Pieracci as Chair (7-0)
- Appointed David Lovato as Vice Chair (7-0)
- Approved March 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved FY 2022/23-2027/28 CIP with recommendation for City Council approval (7-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a preliminary plan review regarding a General Plan Amendment to increase density on an 8.34-acre site. The commission will also hold a workshop to provide feedback on proposed Housing Element goals and policies.
- Preliminary Plan Review (SR2021-0007) for 8.34-acre site in Dunne to increase density to up to four units per acre
- Workshop on proposed Goals and Policies for the Housing Element
- Approval of March 22, 2022 meeting minutes
The Morgan Hill Planning Commission met virtually and approved the March 22, 2022 meeting minutes. It held a public hearing for a preliminary plan review of a General Plan Amendment to increase density on an 8.34-acre site, but took no action as the review was advisory only. The commission also held a workshop on housing element goals and policies, providing feedback without formal action.
- Approved March 22, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Opened and closed public hearing for SR2021-0007 Dunne - Ghuman/Mani/Puliafico (no action, advisory only)
- Conducted workshop on housing element goals and policies (no action)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will reconsider the adoption of District Map 103 following claims of voting rights violations. The meeting also includes discussions on declaring a Level 4 water shortage and reviewing an initiative regarding Monterey Road lane reductions.
- Reconsideration of City Council District Map 103
- Declaration of a Level 4 Water Supply Shortage
- Call for the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election
- $246,000 agreement with Mark Thomas and Company for flood control support
- Bonds for Village at Madrone affordable housing on Monterey Street
The Council approved placing the Citizens' Initiative on the November 2022 ballot, requiring voter approval for any future Monterey Road lane reduction, and directed staff to halt lane reduction implementation until the vote. The Council also introduced an ordinance approving military equipment policies (AB 481) and approved a water rate study resolution with a June 1, 2022 public hearing. Several items were continued to the April 20 meeting, including the water waste ordinance, TEFRA bond hearing, and communications plan. The Council took no action on the district map reconsideration, with a substitute motion to adopt the NDC Green Map failing.
- Approved placing Monterey Road lane reduction initiative on Nov. 2022 ballot (5-0)
- Directed halt to Monterey Road lane reduction implementation until Nov. 2022 vote (5-0)
- Introduced ordinance approving military equipment policies (AB 481) (5-0)
- Adopted resolution declaring intent to adjust water rates, set June 1, 2022 hearing (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar items 1-11 (5-0)
- Took no action on district map reconsideration; substitute motion to adopt NDC Green Map failed (0-0)
- Continued items 14, 15, 18 to April 20, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Approved agenda with item 16 moved to follow item 12 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Library, Culture, & Arts Commission
The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission will meet to discuss the selection of a new Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes a workshop on Art A La Carte planning and a review of a sculpture proposal for West Little Llagas Creek. Several organizational reports are also scheduled to be received.
- Review and recommendation of the Steelhead Trout Sculpture proposed by Evelyn Davis
- Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Art A La Carte planning workshop
- Updates to the Commission work plan
City Council
The regular City Council meeting scheduled for March 23, 2022, has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for April 6, 2022.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Manzanita Park project, which involves a 67-unit condominium development. The commission is asked to consider approving a design permit, a two-lot vesting tentative map, and an environmental assessment for the site.
- Public hearing for 67-unit condominium development (Manzanita Park)
- Approval of March 8, 2022 meeting minutes
- Adoption of Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Reporting Program
- Approval of a two-lot Vesting Tentative Map and Design Permit
The Planning Commission approved a mitigated negative declaration and a two-lot vesting tentative map with a design permit for a 67-unit condominium development east of the Monterey Road/Tilton Avenue intersection. The approval included amendments to consider a crosswalk or flashing lights and to disclose future expansion of the Tilton Avenue right-of-way. The minutes from March 8, 2022, were also approved.
- Approved March 8, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Reporting Program for Monterey-Lucky-Shing project (6-0)
- Approved resolution for two-lot Vesting Tentative Map and Design Permit with amendments for crosswalk/flashing lights and Tilton Avenue right-of-way disclosure (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Morgan Hill City Council will consider several items regarding industrial zoning and land use policies. The agenda also includes approving a housing progress report and continuing teleconference meetings for public health reasons. Additionally, the council will review the Fisher Creek Detention Basin Expansion Project.
- Adoption of Industrial Preservation and Optimization Policy
- Zoning code amendment for industrial zoning districts
- Fisher Creek Detention Basin Expansion Project Mitigated Negative Declaration
- Ordinance No. 2329 regarding dock high door ratios in industrial uses
- Resolution to continue holding meetings via teleconference
The City Council adopted an Industrial Preservation and Optimization Policy and approved a zoning code amendment modifying land uses in industrial districts, including new rules for medical offices. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included accepting the 2021 Annual Progress Report, adopting Ordinance No. 2329 on dock-high-door ratios, and continuing teleconference meetings. A motion to include home improvement and a hybrid medical office recommendation failed, but a subsequent motion with specific medical office size thresholds passed.
- Adopted Industrial Preservation and Optimization Policy (5-0)
- Approved zoning amendment for industrial districts with medical office size limits (5-0)
- Failed motion to include home improvement and hybrid medical office recommendation
- Accepted 2021 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report (consent)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2329 on maximum dock-high-door ratio (consent)
- Adopted resolution continuing teleconference meetings (consent)
- Adopted resolution authorizing display of Ukraine flag at city facilities (consent)
- Approved mitigated negative declaration for Fisher Creek Detention Basin Expansion (consent)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Morgan Hill Parks and Recreation Commission is reviewing interim and long-term development options for future pickleball courts. The Commission will also provide direction regarding the off-leash dog area trial at Diana Park.
- Input on interim and long-term pickleball court locations
- Direction on the Diana Dog Park off-leash area trial
- Review of January 2022 meeting minutes
- Commission Work Plan updates
The Planning Commission approved moving forward with short-term pickleball courts on the CRC basketball courts and directed staff to explore shared use of tennis courts. It also voted to abandon the off-leash dog area trial at Diana Park. The January 2022 meeting minutes were accepted.
- Approved short-term pickleball courts on CRC basketball courts (7-0)
- Directed exploration of shared tennis court use and USTA striping (7-0)
- Abandoned off-leash dog area trial at Diana Park (7-0)
- Accepted January 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
Planning Commission
The Morgan Hill Planning Commission will meet virtually to discuss the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update process. Staff will present an evaluation of past performance regarding the previous Housing Element. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the February 22, 2022 meeting.
- Review of past performance for the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update process
- Approval of February 22, 2022 meeting minutes
The Planning Commission approved the February 22, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously. They also received a staff presentation on the evaluation of past performance for the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update, provided feedback, and heard public comment from one individual. No public hearings were held.
- Approved February 22, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Received and reviewed Housing Element Update presentation (no formal action)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will conduct interviews for a Planning Commission seat and hold public hearings on industrial land use policies. The agenda also includes reviewing several infrastructure contracts and a petition regarding Monterey Road lane reductions. Additionally, the council will consider new district maps for the City Council.
- Review and adoption of new City Council District maps
- Contract award to ASG Builders, Inc. for sidewalk repairs up to $95,004
- Sewer pipe inspection agreement with Water Works Engineers, LLC for $679,852
- Consultant agreement with Civitas Advisors for $64,500 to form a Downtown Property Business Improvement District
- Adoption of an Industrial Preservation and Optimization Policy
🗳️ How they voted — 7 divided votes
Library, Culture, & Arts Commission
The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission will conduct a workshop on Art a la Carte planning. The meeting includes reports from the County Librarian, Morgan Hill Library, and the Public Services Director. Members will also review February 2022 meeting minutes and provide work plan updates.
- Art a la Carte Planning workshop
- Review of February 2022 Meeting Minutes
- Commission Work Plan Updates
The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission met online and adopted the agenda and the February 2022 meeting minutes. Commissioners received reports from the County Library, Morgan Hill Library, Friends of the Morgan Hill Library, and the City of Morgan Hill, and provided work plan updates. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.
- Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Accepted February 2022 meeting minutes (6-0, Santiago absent)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The regular City Council meeting scheduled for February 23, 2022, was canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for March 2, 2022, at 7:00 p.m.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will receive a staff presentation regarding the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update Site Inventory process. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the February 8, 2022 meeting.
- Presentation on the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update Site Inventory process
- Approval of February 8, 2022 meeting minutes
The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the February 8, 2022 meeting. They also received a presentation from staff on the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update Site Inventory process, with public comments from two residents. No action was taken on the presentation, which was accepted for discussion.
- Approved the February 8, 2022 meeting minutes.
- Accepted the staff presentation on the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update Site Inventory process.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss and provide direction on draft redistricting maps. The regular meeting includes a public hearing for bond issuance at Royal Oak Village Apartments and a request from Eden Housing to waive a $44,777 surplus payment for repairs.
- Review of draft maps for City Council redistricting
- Bond issuance for Royal Oak Village Apartments at 15440 Monterey Road
- Eden Housing request to waive $44,777 surplus payment for Villa Ciolino repairs
- Approval of the 2022 Emergency Operations Plan update
- Density bonus concession for the Monterey-Kerley project
The City Council held a workshop on redistricting and directed staff to bring maps 103, 104, 106, 108, and NDC green to the next meeting for review and discussion. The regular meeting approved the consent calendar, including the Emergency Operations Plan update, a density bonus concession for a housing project, and meeting minutes. The council also approved the hazardous vegetation abatement program, a bond issuance for Royal Oak Village Apartments, and a waiver of the 2020 surplus payment for Villa Ciolino. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Directed staff to bring redistricting maps 103, 104, 106, 108, and NDC green to March 2 hearing
- Approved consent calendar items 2-6 (5-0)
- Approved 2022 Hazardous Vegetation Abatement Program (5-0)
- Approved TEFRA bond issuance for Royal Oak Village Apartments at 15440 Monterey Road (5-0)
- Approved waiver of $44,777 surplus payment for Villa Ciolino repairs (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The February 15, 2022, meeting of the Morgan Hill Parks and Recreation Commission was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 15, 2022, at 7:00 P.M.
City/School Liaison Committee
The City/School Liaison Committee will determine whether to continue holding meetings via teleconference due to public health risks. The committee will also receive updates regarding COVID-19, the Police Department, and the Morgan Hill Unified School District.
- Decision on continuing teleconference meetings
- Approval of December 17, 2021 meeting minutes
- City COVID-19 update
- Police Department update
- Morgan Hill Unified School District update
The City/School Liaison Committee voted unanimously to continue meeting via teleconference, citing public health risks from in-person meetings. They also approved the minutes from the December 17, 2021 meeting. Updates were provided on COVID guidelines, police programs, and school district operations, but no other formal decisions were made.
- Continued teleconference meetings due to COVID health risk (4-0)
- Approved minutes from December 17, 2021 meeting (4-0)
Planning Commission
The Morgan Hill Planning Commission is reviewing proposals for industrial land preservation and changes to industrial zoning regulations. The commission will also consider the ratification of Ordinance No. 2320. These items are subject to public hearings and recommendations to the City Council.
- Industrial Preservation and Optimization Policy (MISC2021-0006)
- Amendment to industrial zoning land use regulations (ZA2021-0008)
- Ratification of Ordinance No. 2320 (ZA2022-0001)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The regular City Council meeting scheduled for February 2, 2022, has been canceled. A public hearing regarding the 2022 Hazardous Vegetation Abatement Program was continued to February 16, 2022.
- Continuation of public hearing for 2022 Hazardous Vegetation Abatement Program
Library, Culture, & Arts Commission
The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission will review reports from the County Library, Morgan Hill Library, and Historical Society. The meeting also includes discussions to finalize a new commission logo and provide work plan updates.
- Finalizing a new LCAC logo
- Commission Work Plan updates
- Approval of November 2021, December 2021, and January 2022 meeting minutes
The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission met online and adopted the agenda unanimously. It approved the November 2021, December 2021, and January 2022 meeting minutes, all by 7-0 votes. The commission also provided direction to finalize the new LCAC logo and received work plan updates from commissioners. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Adopted meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved November 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved December 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved January 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Provided direction to finalize new LCAC logo
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is conducting a two-day workshop to review past accomplishments and discuss future priorities. The agenda includes reviewing council norms and the 2022-2023 Sustainable Morgan Hill vision. Members will also receive updates on the budget and development projects.
- Review of 2021 accomplishments
- Discussion of Council norms, policies, and protocols
- Review of 2022-2023 Sustainable Morgan Hill priorities
- Updates on budget and development projects
The City Council met for a two-day goal-setting workshop on January 28-29, 2022, to review accomplishments, discuss norms and policies, and plan strategic priorities for 2022-2023. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the workshop was informational and discussion-only.
- Adopted the agenda as posted (5-0)
- Reviewed Myers-Briggs Type Indicator results
- Discussed City Council norms and policies
- Reviewed 2021 accomplishments and strategic priorities work plan
- Discussed 2022-2023 Sustainable Morgan Hill vision and priorities
- Received updates on budget, development projects, and upcoming work plan items
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council is conducting a two-day workshop to establish goals for the upcoming year. The agenda includes reviewing 2021 accomplishments and discussing council norms, policies, and protocols. Members will also review strategic priorities for 2022-2023 and receive updates on the budget and development projects.
- Review of 2021 accomplishments
- Discussion of Council norms, policies, and protocols
- Review of 2022-2023 Sustainable Morgan Hill strategic priorities
- Updates on budget and development projects
The City Council held a two-day goal-setting workshop on January 28-29, 2022, to review and discuss strategic priorities, fiscal sustainability, and development projects. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the workshop; it was a discussion and planning session only.
- Adopted the agenda as posted (5-0)
- No substantive decisions made during the workshop
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The regular City Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 26, 2022, has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is February 2, 2022.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages at Giorgio’s Italian Grill and Pizzeria. Staff will also present an introduction to the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update process.
- Conditional Use Permit for alcohol sales at Giorgio's Italian Grill and Pizzeria
- Introduction to the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update
The Planning Commission unanimously approved a Conditional Use Permit allowing on-site general sale of alcoholic beverages at Giorgio's Italian Grill and Pizzeria, located at the southeast corner of Monterey Road and East Second Street. The commission also received a presentation on the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update but took no action, only providing feedback.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for alcohol sales at Giorgio's Italian Grill (6-0)
- Reviewed 2023-2031 Housing Element Update; no action taken
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a plan for downtown traffic calming and Monterey Road lane reductions involving a $210,530 budget appropriation. The meeting also includes discussions on updating engineering fees and approving professional services for transportation analysis.
- Downtown Traffic Calming and Monterey Road Lane Reduction Program with $210,530 appropriation
- New and updated fees for Planning and Land Development Engineering
- Professional services agreement with TJKM Transportation Consultants up to $79,835
- Parcel Map approval for the Techcon Project at 440 & 480 Cochrane Circle
- $50,000 donation from Friends of the Morgan Hill Senior Center
The City Council approved a downtown traffic calming program including a Monterey Road lane reduction, pedestrian safety bollards, and a $210,530 budget appropriation. They also approved new planning fees and funding for two engineer positions, accepted a $50,000 donation for the Senior Center, and continued teleconference meetings due to COVID-19. A resolution supporting a state ballot initiative on local land use control was pulled from the agenda.
- Approved downtown traffic calming and Monterey Road lane reduction program (5-0)
- Approved $210,530 General Fund appropriation for the program (5-0)
- Adopted new planning and land development engineering fees and funded two engineer positions (5-0)
- Accepted $50,000 donation from Friends of the Morgan Hill Senior Center (5-0)
- Adopted resolution to continue teleconference meetings due to public health risk (5-0)
- Approved property use agreement with Woodland Estates for $1/year (5-0)
- Approved parcel map for Techcon Project at 440 & 480 Cochrane Circle (5-0)
- Approved $79,835 contract with TJKM for SB 743 implementation (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Parks & Recreation Commission
The commission will review the December meeting minutes for approval. Members will also receive updates regarding various items in the commission's work plan. A report from the Community Services Director is also scheduled.
- Approval of December meeting minutes
- Commission Work Plan updates
- Community Services Director Report
The Morgan Hill Parks and Recreation Commission met online and approved the December meeting minutes unanimously (7-0). Commissioners provided updates on work plan items, but no substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved December meeting minutes (7-0)
- Adopted meeting agenda (7-0)
Library, Culture, & Arts Commission
The commission will receive reports from the County Library, Friends of the Morgan Hill Library, and the Public Services Director. The meeting also includes the approval of October 2021 meeting minutes and updates to the commission work plan.
- County Library reports
- Friends of the Morgan Hill Library report
- Approval of October 19, 2021 meeting minutes
- Commission Work Plan updates
- City of Morgan Hill Public Services Director report
The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission met on January 11, 2022, and discussed planning for Art a la Carte. No substantive decisions were made; the only action was adopting the agenda (7-0). The October 2021 meeting minutes were not approved because the posted minutes were incorrect, and no action was taken on them.
- Adopted agenda (7-0)
- Discussed Art a la Carte planning work
- Received County Library reports
- Received Friends of the Morgan Hill Library report
- Received City of Morgan Hill verbal report
- No action on October 2021 minutes due to incorrect posting
Planning Commission
The commission will consider a master sign program for an industrial development on Butterfield Boulevard. They will also provide preliminary input on a proposed land use and zoning amendment near Monterey and Cochrane Roads.
- Master Sign Program for TC Butterfield (SIGN2021-00022)
- Preliminary plan review for The Gates project (SR2021-0020)
- Approval of November 23, 2021 meeting minutes
The Planning Commission approved a Master Sign Program for the Butterfield industrial development with amendments, including adding 'monument' to a section and requiring future signage not in the program to get a sign permit. The commission also reviewed a preliminary plan for a General Plan and Zoning Amendment at Monterey Road and Cochrane Road, providing feedback without taking action. The November 23, 2021 meeting minutes were approved.
- Approved November 23, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved Master Sign Program for Butterfield with amendments (6-0)
- Provided preliminary feedback on Monterey Road General Plan/Zoning Amendment (no action taken)