Morgan Hill public meetings in 2023

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 26, 2023, has been canceled.

City/School Liaison Committee

The committee will review September minutes and receive updates from city and school district officials. Discussion topics include police department and general city updates alongside school district reports.

• Approval of September 18, 2023, meeting minutes
• Police Department Update
• General City Update
• MHUSD Long Range Facilities Development Plan
• District Update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review previous meeting minutes from September, October, and November. The body will also receive an update on the Transportation Master Plan and discuss General Plan density feathering policies.

• Update on Transportation Master Plan
• Discussion of General Plan density feathering policies CNF 9.1, 9.2, 9.3 and 13.2
• Approval of September 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of October 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of November 14, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will meet for a closed session regarding anticipated litigation before proceeding to a regular meeting. The agenda includes several consent calendar items involving ordinances, financial reports, and service agreements.

• Ordinance 2349: Establishing and renewing the Morgan Hill Tourism Business Improvement District
• Ordinance 2350: Establishing a Vehicle Sales Overlay Zone (-VS)
• Resolution for $3,921,000 in OBAG 3 funding for Monterey Road improvements
• Service agreement with Alpha Analytical Laboratories, Inc. up to $225,000
• Contract with SCS Engineers for a Food Waste Prevention Study for $111,538

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The Commission will review several reports from city and county library and historical society officials. Business includes a recommendation to select an artist for art at the Galvan Park restrooms and updates on public art maintenance.

• Selection of Abigail Dunnivan for Galvan Park Restroom Artwork
• Public Art Maintenance Update
• Work Plan Updates
• International Celebration Debrief

Planning Commission

The November 28, 2023, Planning Commission meeting has been canceled. The next scheduled meeting will be held on December 12, 2023.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review updates on the Transportation Master Plan and baseball field usage at Community Park. The Commission may recommend a 50% reduction in rental fees for Morgan Hill Pony Baseball fields due to recent improvements. The meeting also includes recognitions for local community winners.

• Proposed 50% reduction in Morgan Hill Pony Baseball field rental fees
• Update on the Transportation Master Plan
• Recognition of Kiwanis Club of Morgan Hill and Halloween Haunt winners
• Acceptance of October 17 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review a conditional use permit for a Chick-fil-A restaurant at Sutter and Cochrane. The agenda also includes several consent calendar items regarding infrastructure, labor agreements, and donations.

• Public hearing for a 5,000 square foot Chick-fil-A at Sutter and Cochrane
• Donation of up to $20,000 from Rotary Club of Morgan Hill for Community Park improvements
• Amendment to Golden Bay Construction water and sewer repair contract up to $750,000
• Reimbursement agreement with Nordstrom Cal Homes, LLC for $305,748
• Consultant agreement with IMS Infrastructure Management Services for $156,950

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a restaurant to sell alcoholic beverages. The commission will also continue its discussion regarding a municipal code amendment for vehicle sales.

• Conditional Use Permit for Depot – Silo Restaurant at 17480 Depot St. to allow on-site sale of alcoholic beverages
• Continued public hearing for Vehicle Sales Overlay Zone and Vehicle Sales Design Guidelines

City Council

The City Council will consider several consent calendar items including grant acceptances and contract amendments. The agenda also includes a public hearing to introduce an ordinance for the Morgan Hill Tourism Business Improvement District.

• $13,000 grant from Silicon Valley Community Foundation for Destination Home
• $60,000 STEP grant for DUI enforcement, education, and equipment
• Amendment to Akel Engineering Group agreement increasing amount from $150,000 to $300,000
• Fire protection maintenance agreement with Battalion One Fire Protection for $22,049
• $2,650,000 City loan re-subordination for Royal Court Associates (EDEN Housing)

City Council

The regular City Council meetings scheduled for October 18 and October 25, 2023, have been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 1, 2023. This agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Both October 18 and October 25 regular meetings canceled

Planning Commission

The Morgan Hill Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a bar at Silos Craft Cocktail Lounge, a vesting tentative map for a mixed-use development with 49 townhomes and 5 commercial units at Cochrane and Monterey Roads, and a recommendation to approve a Vehicle Sales Overlay Zone. The bar item is a continuation to a later meeting.

• Conditional use permit for bar at Silos Craft Cocktail Lounge (1,464 sq ft) - continued to Nov 14
• Vesting tentative map for 49 townhome condos and 5 commercial units at Cochrane and Monterey Roads (APNs 764-10-013, 764-10-015)
• Recommendation to approve Vehicle Sales Overlay Zone and design guidelines

City Council

The regular City Council meetings scheduled for October 18, 2023, and October 25, 2023, have been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 1, 2023.

• Cancellation of the October 18 and October 25 meetings

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review proposed expansion plans for Jackson Park in connection with potential future development. The meeting also includes an update on the City Volunteer Program and the acceptance of minutes from the September 19 meeting.

• Review of proposed Jackson Park Expansion plans
• Update on City Volunteer Program supporting Parks and Recreation activities
• Acceptance of September 19 Meeting Minutes

Planning Commission

This special meeting is called for the limited purpose of providing training. The commission will receive mandatory harassment prevention training.

• Mandatory Harassment Prevention Training

City Council

The City Council will meet to conduct closed-session labor negotiations and review several consent calendar items. Proposed actions include approving maintenance agreements for HVAC systems and well sites, as well as a contract for new pickleball courts. The council will also consider community funding requests for upcoming holiday events.

• $662,944 HVAC maintenance agreement with Environmental Systems, Inc.
• $307,120 contract for Community Park Pickleball Courts with EF&S Concrete, Inc.
• $180,000 maintenance agreement with HB Restoration, Inc. for well site painting
• Resolution declaring the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples' Day
• Community funding requests for Dia De Los Muertos and Holiday Posada events

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission will review reports from the County Librarian, Morgan Hill Library, Friends of the Morgan Hill Library, and the Morgan Hill Historical Society. The commission will also discuss work plan updates and planning for an International Celebration.

• Discussion of International Celebration Planning
• Updates on Work Plan items
• Acceptance of September 5, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to review departmental updates and the 2022-2023 Sustainable Morgan Hill strategic priorities. The discussion also includes future agenda items and council policies regarding ethics, conduct, and rules of order.

• Team Morgan Hill Department Updates
• 2022-2023 Sustainable Morgan Hill Vision and Strategic Priorities
• 2022-2023 Strategic Priorities Workplan
• City Council Norms and Ethics Policy
• Code of Conduct for Public Meetings

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a continued public hearing regarding a proposed restaurant on a 1.82 acre site. The commission is asked to consider adopting resolutions for a conditional use permit and a design permit.

• Conditional Use Permit and Design Permit for an approximately 5,000 square foot restaurant with drive-through at Sutter-Chick-Fil-A

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Morgan Hill Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to receive a park maintenance update and provide work plan updates. The agenda also includes the acceptance of meeting minutes from July 18, 2023.

• Acceptance of July 18, 2023, meeting minutes
• Park maintenance update
• Commissioner work plan updates

City/School Liaison Committee

The City/School Liaison Committee will review reports from the City of Morgan Hill and the Morgan Hill Unified School District. The agenda includes updates on residential projects, the police department, and general city and district information. The committee will also approve minutes from the June 15, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of June 15, 2023, meeting minutes
• Development Services update on residential projects
• Police Department update
• Morgan Hill Unified School District update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a subdivision map for 21 townhome-style condominiums. The commission will also conduct a preliminary review for a general plan amendment to allow mixed-use development including housing, retail, and open space.

• Tentative Subdivision Map and Environmental Assessment for 7 lots to establish 21 townhome-style condominiums
• Preliminary Plan Review for General Plan and Zoning Amendment at Monterey – Glenrock for mixed-use flex development
• Appointment of two Planning Commissioners to the Transportation Master Plan Stakeholder Group

The commission adopted a resolution approving the tentative subdivision map for the EDES‑Alcini project, which will create 21 townhome‑style condominiums on seven lots. It conducted a preliminary review of the Monterey‑Glenrock General Plan and zoning amendment and took no action, offering advisory feedback. The commission appointed Commissioners Mueller and Tanda to the Transportation Master Plan Stakeholder Group, with Commissioner Wilson designated as an alternate.

• Approved Tentative Subdivision Map (4-1 vote)
• No action taken on Monterey‑Glenrock General Plan and zoning amendment (advisory review)
• Appointed Mueller and Tanda to Transportation Master Plan Stakeholder Group (Wilson alternate)

City Council

The City Council will meet for a closed session regarding labor negotiations and litigation. The regular meeting includes several consent calendar items, public hearings on VMT policy, and discussions on council term limits.

• $30,000 donation from Friends of Morgan Hill Senior Center
• $10,144 grant from California Highway Patrol's Cannabis Tax Fund
• $729,046 crosswalk beacon project completion
• Ordinance 2348 establishing Monterey Corridor form-based code
• $949,080 fire apparatus purchase for the third fire station

The City Council denied a recommended policy to establish vehicle-miles-traveled (VMT) as the metric for evaluating transportation impacts under CEQA. Staff were directed to return in 3 to 6 months with a cost analysis, timing, and research for a trip reduction plan ordinance. Several consent items including a fire apparatus purchase and a zoning ordinance were approved.

• Denied VMT policy and directed staff to return in 3-6 months with cost analysis (5-0)
• Approved purchase of fire apparatus for third fire station for $949,080 plus 5% contingency (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2348 establishing Monterey Corridor Form-Based Code for zoning (5-0)
• Approved $472,886 agreement with CivicPlus, LLC for recreation software (5-0)
• Awarded $435,398 smart irrigation controller system contract to Medallion Landscape Management, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $347,100 consultant agreement with Luhdorff and Scalmanini for two test wells (5-0)
• Accepted $30,000 donation from Friends of Morgan Hill Senior Center (5-0)
• Accepted $10,144 CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant for DUI saturation patrols (5-0)

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The Commission will review reports from the County Librarian, Morgan Hill Library, Friends of the Morgan Hill Library, and the Historical Society. Business includes appointing members to the Galvan Park Art Selection Panel and the Art Exhibit Panel.

• Appointment of up to 2 Commissioners to the Galvan Park Art Selection Panel
• Appointment of artist Lina Velasquez to the Art Exhibit Panel
• Discussion of volunteer opportunities for Fourth Saturday Downtown Events
• Work Plan updates

The Commission appointed Lina Velasquez to the Art Exhibit Panel and selected two commissioners for the Galvan Park Art Selection Panel. Members also committed to volunteer for Fourth Saturday Downtown events.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Accepted August 2, 2023 Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioners Ganapathy and Santiago to the Galvan Park Art Selection Panel
• Appointed artist Lina Velasquez to the Art Exhibit Panel (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Monterey Corridor form-based code and credit card payment service fees. The council also plans to accept the completion of several infrastructure projects, including the Hale Avenue Extension.

• Introduction of Monterey Corridor form-based code ordinance
• Establishment of credit card payment service fees for utilities and other services
• Acceptance of completion for the $15,446,002 Hale Avenue Extension Project Phase 1
• Amendment to Countywide Solid Waste Program budget adding $203,182
• Zoning amendment to allow vehicle-related uses in the Administrative Office district

The City Council denied a proposed ordinance to allow vehicle-related uses in the Administrative Office zoning district, requesting a proposal to limit car dealership land. The Council approved several infrastructure projects, including the completion of the Hale Avenue Extension Phase 1. A new form-based code for the Monterey Road corridor was introduced.

• Denied Ordinance 2347 to allow vehicle-related uses in Administrative Office zoning (3-2)
• Accepted completion of Phase 1 Hale Avenue Extension Project ($15,446,002)
• Accepted completion of 2020 Inflow and Infiltration Sewer Repair Project ($2,420,982)
• Approved $50,000 purchase of sewer easement from Undine Tsai
• Approved on-call water and sewer repair contracts with Anderson Pacific Engineering Construction ($400,000) and Golden Bay Construction ($400,000)
• Approved Final Map and agreements for Manzanita Park - Tract No. 10585
• Approved Final Map for San Sebastian Phase 4B - Tract No. 10604
• Introduced ordinance establishing Monterey Corridor Form-Based Code

Planning Commission

The Morgan Hill Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal for a 5,000 square foot Chick-fil-A restaurant with a drive-through on a 1.82 acre site. The Commission will also hear a request regarding a subdivision map and environmental assessment for 21 townhome-style condominiums.

• Conditional Use Permit and Design Permit for a 5,000 square foot Chick-fil-A restaurant with drive-through
• Request for a 7-lot subdivision and environmental assessment for 21 townhome-style condominiums

The Planning Commission continued the public hearings for two development requests to later dates. No final approvals or denials were issued for the projects discussed.

• Continued 7-lot subdivision for 21 townhome-style condominiums (SD2022-0001/EA2022-0001) to September 12, 2023 (7-0)
• Continued Conditional Use and Design Permit for a 5,000 square foot Chick-fil-A restaurant (UP2022-0007/SR2022-0024) to September 26, 2023 (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to receive feedback on design guidelines for vehicle sales. The commission will also select a new Chairperson and Vice Chair. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Workshop on vehicle sales design guidelines
• Selection of Planning Commission Chairperson
• Selection of Planning Commission Vice Chair

The Planning Commission appointed Wayne Tanda as Chair and Liam Downey as Vice Chair. The commission also received a presentation on design guidelines for vehicle sales, though no action was taken on the matter.

• Appointed Planning Commissioner Tanda as Chair (6-0)
• Appointed Planning Commissioner Downey as Vice-chair (6-0)
• Received presentation on vehicle sales design guidelines; no action taken

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The Commission will review and make recommendations regarding utility box art at the intersections of Church Street and East Dunne Avenue, and Tennant Avenue and Butterfield Boulevard. The meeting also includes discussions on International Celebration planning and work plan updates.

• Review of utility box art proposed by artist Crystal Romo (Church St & E Dunne Ave)
• Review of utility box art proposed by artist Amanda Santiago (Tennant Ave & Butterfield Blvd)
• Discussion regarding International Celebration planning
• Work plan updates

The Commission recommended that the City Council approve utility box art proposed by artist Amanda Santiago. The body also accepted the June 6, 2023 meeting minutes and received reports from city and county officials.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Accepted June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of utility box art by Amanda Santiago (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to expand the Vila Monte Senior Care Facility with a new 18,700 square foot, two-story building. The Commission will also discuss a recommendation for the Monterey Corridor Form-Based Code.

• Expansion of Vila Monte Senior Care Facility to include 54 bedrooms (108 beds) at 17090 Peak Avenue
• Recommendation for the Monterey Corridor Form-Based Code
• Approval of June 27 and July 11 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council adopt the Monterey Corridor Form-Based Code with three specific modifications. The Commission also approved a Conditional Use Permit for the expansion of the Vila Monte senior care facility.

• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended City Council adopt Monterey Corridor Form-Based Code with modifications to wording, frontage types, and first-floor height requirements (6-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Vila Monte senior care facility expansion at 17090 Peak Avenue, with a condition to address privacy concerns during Design Review (5-1)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will receive updates on the Outdoor Sports Center and Community Park Pond. Members are also scheduled to approve the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan for City Council review.

• Approval of FY 2023-24 Work Plan for City Council review
• Outdoor Sports Center update
• Community Park Pond update
• Acceptance of May 16 meeting minutes

The Commission approved the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan with amendments for City Council review. Members also received updates regarding the Community Park Pond and the Outdoor Sports Center.

• Approved FY 2023-24 Work Plan for City Council review with amendments (6-0)
• Accepted May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adopted agenda (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will continue a public hearing regarding the Monterey Corridor Form-Based Code recommendation. The commission is also scheduled to receive a presentation providing an overview of AB2011 and SB6.

• Continuation of Monterey Corridor Form-Based Code recommendation public hearing
• Presentation on AB2011 and SB6

The Planning Commission continued the public hearing for the Monterey Corridor Form-Based Code recommendation to a future date. The commission also received a presentation regarding AB2011 and SB6, though no action was taken on that item.

• Continued Monterey Corridor Form-Based Code recommendation to July 25, 2023 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Senate Bill 743. The commission is considering a resolution to recommend that the City Council adopt new screening criteria and thresholds for transportation analysis. This change transitions the metric used for environmental analysis from Level-of-Service to Vehicle-Miles-Traveled.

• Public hearing on SB 743 transition from LOS to VMT policy
• Resolution recommending City Council adopt screening criteria and thresholds
• Approval of May 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of May 23, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council adopt new screening criteria and thresholds for transportation analysis. This transition moves the city from Level-of-Service (LOS) to Vehicle-Miles-Traveled (VMT) metrics under SB 743. The commission also approved the minutes from May 9 and May 23, 2023.

• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adopted resolution recommending City Council adopt SB 743 VMT screening criteria and thresholds (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider environmental certification and design permits for a 269-unit residential project. The agenda also includes impact fee freeze agreements for a hotel and industrial developments. Additionally, the council will review several consultant contracts and maintenance agreements.

• Environmental certification for a 269-unit residential development
• Impact fee freeze agreement for a 114-room hotel on a 2.21-acre parcel
• Impact fee freeze for industrial developments totaling 20.14 acres
• $400,000 and $200,000 agreements for compaction testing and inspection
• $295,195 maintenance agreement for 28 standby generators

The City Council approved impact fee freeze agreements for a 114-room hotel and several industrial developments. The Council also authorized various infrastructure contracts and a modified work plan for the Library, Culture and Arts Commission.

• Approved impact fee freeze and financing agreements for a 114-room hotel (5-0)
• Approved impact fee freeze agreement for industrial developments on 22.54 acres (5-0)
• Approved LCAC work plan with the removal of the land acknowledgment statement (3-2)
• Approved $400,000 contract with Engeo, Inc. and $200,000 with Twining, Inc. for testing and inspection (5-0)
• Approved $295,195 maintenance agreement with Peterson Power Systems for 28 generators (5-0)
• Approved $175,763 purchase of an off-road all-terrain vehicle from Alltrack Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized write-off of $161,494 in uncollectible receivables (5-0)
• Ratified City position opposing Senate Bill 623 (3-2)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review updates to work plans and consider approving the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan for City Council review. The agenda also includes the acceptance of meeting minutes from May 16, 2023.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan for City Council review
• Acceptance of May 16, 2023 Meeting Minutes
• Work plan updates

City/School Liaison Committee

The City/School Liaison Committee will review meeting minutes from February 16 and April 27, 2023. The agenda includes updates regarding the South County Youth Task Force, the Police Department, and the school district.

• Approval of February 16, 2023, and April 27, 2023, meeting minutes
• South County Youth Task Force update
• Police Department update
• Morgan Hill Unified School District update

The committee unanimously approved the meeting minutes from February 16 and April 27, 2023. The remainder of the meeting consisted of updates regarding the South County Youth Task Force, police department activities, and city transportation.

• Approved February 16, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 13, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled to be held on June 27, 2023.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several major infrastructure contracts, including projects for fire station construction and pavement rehabilitation. The agenda also includes an ordinance regarding firearms in sensitive places and a discussion on potential term limits for council members.

• $7,956,553 contract award for the Butterfield Fire Station Project
• $3,948,023 contract award for the 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Project
• Ordinance No. 2346 regarding firearms in sensitive places
• $893,960 agreement for a Transportation Master Plan
• $2,568,800 contract award for the Fisher Basin Expansion Project

The City Council approved several major infrastructure contracts, including a new fire station and road rehabilitation. They also adopted an ordinance prohibiting firearms in sensitive places and approved a Microsoft enterprise agreement.

• Awarded Butterfield Fire Station project to Larry S. Kent, Inc. for $7,956,553 (5-0)
• Awarded 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Project to McKim Corporation for $3,948,023 (5-0)
• Awarded Fisher Basin Expansion Project to Galeb Paving, Inc. for $2,568,800 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2346 prohibiting carrying firearms in sensitive places (5-0)
• Approved $411,126 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement for licensing through 2026 (5-0)
• Awarded Jackson Oaks Water Main Project to SubTerra Construction, Inc. for $642,100 (5-0)
• Approved $240,187 agreement with Kennedy/Jenks Consultants for East Dunne Avenue Hillside Water Reservoir design (5-0)
• Accepted completion of Galvan Park Restroom Replacement Project for $143,604 (5-0)

General

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission will review reports from local library and historical society groups. The commission will discuss potential international festival partnerships for downtown events. Members also plan to finalize the FY 2023-24 work plan for City Council review.

• Approval of May 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of International Festival partnership opportunities
• Update on art displays at the Community and Cultural Center and Centennial Recreation Senior Center
• Appointment of a commission representative to the art panel
• Finalization of the FY 2023-24 Work Plan

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission approved the FY 2023-24 Work Plan for recommendation to the City Council. The commission also appointed a representative to the art panel and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Adopted agenda (6-0)
• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Lyn to the art panel (6-0)
• Recommended approval of amended FY 2023-24 Work Plan to City Council (6-0)
• Discussed International Festival Partnership Opportunity; no action taken

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Crosswins residential project. The commission is asked to recommend that the City Council approve a design permit and a vesting tentative map for 269 units. This item includes a review of an Environmental Impact Report.

• Public hearing for 269-unit residential development at Half Road and Mission View Drive
• Approval of April 25, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve a Vesting Tentative Map and Design Permit for a 269-unit residential project at Half Road and Mission View Drive. The commission also recommended the certification of the project's Environmental Impact Report.

• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-2)
• Recommended City Council certify the Final Environmental Impact Report and adopt a Statement of Overriding Considerations for the Crosswinds project (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Vesting Tentative Map and Design Permit for 269-unit residential development with added conditions (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review progress on the current fiscal year's work plan and develop a draft for FY 2023/24. The meeting also includes updates regarding summer recreation programs and various park projects.

• Finalizing draft FY 2023/24 Work Plan
• Summer Recreation Program Update
• Park Project Update
• Approval of April 18, 2023 Meeting Minutes

The Commission accepted the minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting and adopted the current agenda. Members received updates on the Summer Recreation Program and park projects, and discussed the FY 2022/23 and FY 2023/24 work plans.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Accepted April 18, 2023 Meeting Minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an amendment to the municipal code regarding commercial zoning districts. The proposal seeks to allow vehicle-related and other compatible uses on lots of at least one acre. The agenda also includes a public projects update and approval of April 11, 2023 minutes.

• Amendment to Municipal Code Section 18.24.020 regarding commercial zoning districts
• Proposal to allow vehicle-related uses on minimum one-acre lots
• Approval of April 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public projects update report

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve an amendment to the Municipal Code regarding the Administrative Office (CO) zoning district. This change would allow vehicle-related and other compatible uses on lots of at least one acre. The recommendation included a specific condition that minor vehicle repair and maintenance be allowed only when associated with an automotive manufacturer.

• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of Municipal Code Amendment to CO zoning district (4-1)

City Council

The City Council voted unanimously to end the Level 4 Water Supply Shortage, adopt mid-cycle budget amendments for FY 2022-23 and 2023-24, approve a five-year agreement with CAL FIRE for fire and emergency medical services, and update electric vehicle charging station user fees. The council also introduced an ordinance prohibiting firearms in sensitive places and approved a solid waste rate adjustment effective July 1, 2023. Several future agenda items were directed for staff to bring back, including a noise ordinance for roosters and a smoking ban in multi-unit properties.

• Adopted resolution ending Level 4 Water Supply Shortage (5-0)
• Approved $115,000 consultant agreement with Griffin Structures for Corporation Yard master planning (5-0)
• Approved solid waste management rate adjustment effective July 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance prohibiting firearms in sensitive places (5-0)
• Adopted mid-cycle budget amendments for FY 2022-23 and 2023-24, including community funding (5-0)
• Approved five-year agreement with CAL FIRE for fire and emergency medical services (5-0)
• Directed staff to bring back items on abstain votes, rooster noise ordinance, credit card fees, and smoking ban in multi-unit properties (various votes)
• Reappointed four Planning Commission members to terms ending June 1, 2027 (5-0)

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The commission will discuss creating a public art strategy with the Mayor. Members will also develop the 2023/24 Commission Work Plan for City Council review. The meeting includes a debrief of the Art a la Carte event and various library and historical society reports.

• Discussion on Public Art Vision with the Mayor
• Development of the 2023/24 Commission Work Plan
• Debrief of the Art a la Carte event
• Reports from County and Morgan Hill librarians
• Report from Morgan Hill Historical Society

City/School Liaison Committee

The City/School Liaison Committee will meet to review updates from the City of Morgan Hill and the Morgan Hill Unified School District. Discussion topics include the South County Youth Diversion Program and a police department update. No specific actions or votes are listed on this agenda.

• South County Youth Diversion Program
• Police Department Update
• General City Update
• Morgan Hill Unified School District update

The committee received updates on the South County Youth Diversion Program and police department statistics. No formal votes were taken, but the committee requested future discussions on program funding and needs. School Board members will follow up with legislators regarding funding for these efforts.

• Requested future update on South County Diversion Program needs, caseload, and funding
• Requested future agenda topic on vaping updates
• Requested future agenda topic on Pridefest collaboration

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to demolish and redevelop the existing gas station and convenience store located at 16720 Monterey Road. The commission may also vote to adopt a resolution approving a Mitigated Negative Declaration and a mitigation monitoring program.

• Conditional use permit for gas station redevelopment at 16720 Monterey Road
• Approval of March 28, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit to demolish and redevelop a gas station and convenience store. The approval included six specific conditions regarding wall height, fuel delivery hours, tank placement, noise mitigation, resident communication, and particulate matter.

• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit and Mitigated Negative Declaration for gas station remodel at 16720 Monterey Road (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts and budget amendments. Proposed actions include awarding funds for sewer repairs, sidewalk projects, and printer maintenance. The council will also review positions on state legislation.

• Award $2,387,620 contract to Pacific Underground Construction for sewer repair project
• Award $123,760.50 contract to Villalobos & Associates for sidewalk repairs
• Approve $212,005.73 agreement with Monterey Bay Office Products for printers
• Amend solid waste budget by adding $37,680
• Closed session discussion regarding labor negotiations

The City Council approved a series of infrastructure contracts, including a major sewer repair project and sidewalk repairs. The council also ratified positions on three state legislative bills and approved a park renovation project. A $30,000 grant was announced for the ICMA Economic Mobility Cohort.

• Awarded 2023 Inflow and Infiltration Sewer Repair Project to Pacific Underground Construction for $2,387,620 (5-0)
• Awarded 2023 Sidewalk Repair Project to Villalobos & Associates for $123,760.50 plus contingency (5-0)
• Approved $212,005.73 agreement with Monterey Bay Office Products Inc. for printers (5-0)
• Increased on-call underground construction contracts for Pacific Underground Construction ($450,000) and West Valley Construction Company ($300,000) (5-0)
• Appropriated additional $37,680 to the Countywide Solid Waste Budget (5-0)
• Ratified city positions on AB 1708, AB 480, and SB 423 (5-0)
• Approved Leadership Morgan Hill renovation and art project at Community Park Stage Picnic Area (4-1)
• Approved April 5, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will receive a presentation regarding the County Roads Active Transportation Plan and an update on city bicycle and pedestrian activities. The meeting also includes selecting a new Chair and Vice Chair and beginning development of the FY 2023/24 Work Plan.

• Presentation on County Roads Active Transportation Plan
• Update on City Bicycle and Pedestrian Encouragement Activities
• Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Development of FY 2023/24 Work Plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is continuing a public hearing regarding the demolition and redevelopment of the World Oil gas station located at 16720 Monterey Road. The commission will also discuss a proposal to change its regular meeting start time to 6:00 p.m.

• Continued public hearing for the redevelopment of 16720 Monterey Road
• Discussion regarding changing Planning Commission meeting start time to 6:00 p.m.

The Planning Commission decided to keep its regular meeting start time at 7:00 p.m. with a goal of ending by 10:00 p.m. A public hearing regarding the redevelopment of a gas station on Monterey Road was continued to a later date.

• Continued public hearing for 16720 Monterey Road redevelopment to April 25, 2023 (7-0)
• Decided to keep regular meeting start time at 7:00 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will consider a zoning map amendment for a 3.82-acre site at Cochrane Road and Monterey Road. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding updates to business license and carry concealed weapon license fees. Additionally, the council will review contracts for banking services and claims administration.

• Zoning amendment for mixed-use development at Cochrane and Monterey Roads
• Financing support for Skeels and Villa Ciolino Apartments rehabilitation
• Banking services contract with Wells Fargo Bank through 2028
• Fifth amendment to agreement with Innovative Claims Solutions, Inc. for $276,735 total
• Public hearing on CCW license and business license renewal fee updates

The City Council approved a zoning map amendment for a 3.82-acre site to allow mixed-use flex development. Other actions included approving financing for affordable housing rehabilitation and updating various city fees. Council also directed staff to pursue an alternative downtown activation option.

• Approved zoning map amendment to Mixed-Use Flex for site at Cochrane Road and Monterey Road (3-2)
• Approved resolution supporting financing for rehabilitation of Skeels and Villa Ciolino Apartments (5-0)
• Approved banking services contract with Wells Fargo Bank through 2028 (5-0)
• Approved contract amendment with Innovative Claims Solutions, Inc. for $35,755 (5-0)
• Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted resolution for Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) license fee (4-1)
• Adopted resolution for business license renewal and credit card payment fees (5-0)
• Directed staff to pursue the alternative Downtown Activation Option

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The commission will provide feedback on the Leadership Morgan Hill 2023 Class Project at the Community Park Picnic Area. Members will also select a new Chair and Vice Chair and discuss updates to the FY 2023-24 Work Plan.

• Feedback on Leadership Morgan Hill 2023 Class Project at Community Park Picnic Area
• Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Public art maintenance update
• FY 2023-24 Work Plan development
• Approval of February and March 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission approved the Leadership Morgan Hill Class of 2023 project at the Community Park picnic area and determined that selected artwork does not require further review. The body also elected new leadership and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Approved Leadership Morgan Hill 2023 project at Community Park (6-0)
• Decided artwork for the Community Park project does not need to return for approval (6-0)
• Elected Amanda Santiago as Chair and Cindy Blanton as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved adoption of agenda (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider permit requests for the demolition and redevelopment of two existing gas stations and convenience stores. The commission will also discuss a potential change to its regular meeting start time.

• Conditional Use Permit for World Oil gas station redevelopment
• Conditional Use Permit amendment for AU Energy gas station redevelopment
• Discussion on changing the Planning Commission meeting start time to 6:00 p.m.

The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit amendment for the demolition and redevelopment of a gas station and convenience store at 810 East Dunne Avenue. Two other items, including a different gas station redevelopment request, were continued to the April 11 meeting.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit amendment for gas station remodel at 810 East Dunne Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for 810 East Dunne Avenue (5-0)
• Continued request for gas station redevelopment at 16720 Monterey Road to April 11, 2023 (5-0)
• Continued discussion on changing meeting start time to 6:00 p.m. to April 11, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for March 22, 2023, was canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 5, 2023.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review proposed site concepts for Villa Mira Monte and receive a presentation on the Countywide Trails Master Plan Map Update Project. The meeting also includes discussion regarding a Leadership Morgan Hill 2023 project at Community Park.

• Review of Villa Mira Monte site concepts
• Presentation on County Parks Countywide Trails Master Plan Map Update Project
• Feedback on Leadership Morgan Hill 2023 Class Project at Community Park Picnic Area
• Approval of November and January meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Commission recommended the approval of the Leadership Morgan Hill Class of 2023 project at the Community Park picnic area to the City Council. The commission also reviewed site concepts for Villa Mira Monte and received a presentation on the Countywide Trails Master Plan Map Update Project.

• Adopted agenda (6-0)
• Accepted November 15 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Accepted January 17 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Leadership Morgan Hill 2023 project at Community Park picnic area to City Council (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review updated water capacity fees and a design agreement for Butterfield Park. The agenda also includes accepting the completion of several infrastructure projects. Additionally, the council will consider a zoning amendment for a development at Cochrane and Monterey Road.

• Public hearing to adopt updated Water Capacity (Impact) Fees
• Zoning map amendment for mixed-use development at Cochrane and Monterey Road
• Completion of $4,001,888 2022 Pavement Rehabilitation Project
• $296,454 design agreement for Butterfield Park
• $114,887 purchase of a new maintenance division dump truck

The City Council approved a design contract for Butterfield Park and a partner agreement for a BMX facility. Other actions included updating water capacity fees and accepting several completed infrastructure projects.

• Approved $296,454 design agreement with Verde Design for Butterfield Park (4-0)
• Approved operator agreement with Foundation for a Better Ride for Butterfield Park BMX facility (4-0)
• Updated 2023 Water Capacity (Impact) Fees (4-0)
• Accepted 2022 Pavement Rehabilitation Project ($4,001,888) and East Dunne Rehabilitation Project ($2,090,840) (4-0)
• Approved $114,887 purchase of a 2022 Ram 5500 dump truck (3-1)
• Accepted $595,748 in grant funds from Silicon Valley Clean Energy (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2345 amending Council meeting time and location (3-1)
• Opposed ballot Initiative #21-0042A1 (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Morgan Hill Planning Commission will meet to approve the February 14, 2023, meeting minutes. The commission will also consider accepting the 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report (APR).

• Approval of February 14, 2023, meeting minutes
• Acceptance of the 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report (APR)

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the February 14, 2023 meeting. The commission received a presentation on the 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report, but took no formal action on the report.

• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The Commission will review proposed site concepts for Villa Mira Monte to provide recommendations to the City Council. Members will also discuss supporting chalk art at the May 13 Open Streets event. Several departmental and organizational reports will be received.

• Review of Villa Mira Monte site concepts
• Discussion of commissioner support for Chalk Art at the May 13 Open Streets event
• Work Plan updates
• Reports from County Librarian, Morgan Hill Library, and Historical Society

The Commission accepted the December 6, 2022 meeting minutes and adopted the agenda. Members provided feedback on Villa Mira Monte site concepts and volunteered for the May 13 Open Streets event. The February meeting minutes were not accepted.

• Adoption of agenda approved (7-0)
• December 6, 2022 Meeting Minutes approved (7-0)
• February meeting minutes not accepted
• Commissioners Lyn, Santiago, Chabra, Khera, and Blanton volunteered to support Chalk Art at May 13 Open Streets event

City Council

The City Council will participate in diversity, equity, and inclusion training. Members will also conduct an annual workshop to review ethics policies and strategic priorities for 2022-2023. These discussions include topics such as fiscal sustainability, affordable housing, and economic development.

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training
• Review of Ethics Policy and City Council Norms
• Review of 2022-2023 strategic priorities including housing and transportation

Planning Commission

The Morgan Hill Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 28, 2023, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 14, 2023.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Morgan Hill Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for February 21, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 21, 2023.

City/School Liaison Committee

The committee will review the October 21, 2022, meeting minutes. The agenda consists of routine updates from the Morgan Hill Police Department and the Morgan Hill Unified School District.

• Approval of October 21, 2022, meeting minutes
• Police Department update
• General City update
• Morgan Hill Unified School District update

The committee approved the minutes from the October 21, 2022 meeting. Members received updates on police programs, city housing assistance, and the District Facility Master Plan. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved October 21, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct interviews for a Parks and Recreation Commission seat. The council will also consider ordinances regarding water use restrictions and accessory dwelling unit zoning. A public hearing is scheduled for a 3.82-acre mixed-use development.

• Public hearing for 'The Gates' mixed-use development at Monterey Road and Cochrane Road
• Ordinance 2342: Prohibiting potable water on non-functional turf and new private wells
• Ordinance 2341: Updating zoning provisions for accessory dwelling units
• Approval of the 2023 hazardous vegetation abatement program

The City Council approved a General Plan amendment and introduced a zoning amendment for a 3.82-acre mixed-use project at Monterey and Cochrane Roads. The council also adopted ordinances regarding zoning clerical errors and water usage restrictions. Additionally, Julie Lucido was appointed to the Parks and Recreation Commission.

• Appointed Julie Lucido to the Parks and Recreation Commission
• Approved General Plan amendment from commercial to mixed use flex for site at Monterey and Cochrane Roads (4-1)
• Introduced Zoning Amendment Ordinance for mixed-use project at Monterey and Cochrane Roads (4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2341 amending zoning code for clerical errors and ADU state law compliance (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2342 prohibiting potable water on non-functional turf and new private wells (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Hazardous Vegetation Abatement Program Resolutions A and B (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance and approved policies changing City Council meeting dates and workshop timing (4-1)
• Approved January 11, January 25, and January 27 meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a study session regarding a proposed Raising Cane's at the northwest corner of the Evergreen Village project. This session is for providing preliminary, advisory input only. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Conceptual review for Raising Cane's at Butterfield/Evergreen Village
• Approval of December 13, 2022 and January 25, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission accepted the meeting minutes from December 13, 2022, and January 25, 2023. The commission also held a conceptual review study session for a Raising Canes proposal at Butterfield/Evergreen Village, but no action was taken on the project.

• Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• No action taken on Butterfield/Evergreen Village - Raising Canes conceptual review

Library, Culture, & Arts Commission

The Library, Culture, and Arts Commission will hold a workshop regarding Art a la Carte. The commission also plans to discuss the Morgan Hill Stands United Against Hate campaign and potential updates to its work plan.

• Art a la Carte workshop
• Discussion of Morgan Hill Stands United Against Hate campaign
• Potential addition of land acknowledgement statement to Work Plan
• South Valley Civic Theater update

The Commission held a workshop to discuss the 2023 Art a la Carte event. Members discussed the 'Morgan Hill Stands United Against Hate' campaign and a potential land acknowledgement statement, with both items suggested for the upcoming Work Plan.

• Discussed 2023 Art a la Carte Event
• Suggested changes to 'Morgan Hill Stands United Against Hate' campaign for the Work Plan
• Suggested incorporating a land acknowledgement statement into the Work Plan
• Received reports from County Librarian, Morgan Hill Library, Friends of the Morgan Hill Library, and City of Morgan Hill
• Received update from South Valley Civic Theater

City Council

The City Council is conducting an annual workshop to review 2022 accomplishments and strategic priorities. Members will determine whether to add specific topics, such as landscaping requirements for freeway developments, to future meeting agendas. The session also includes ethics training for council members.

• Review of 2022-2023 Strategic Priorities Work Plan
• Potential summit regarding law enforcement and cut-through traffic
• Discussion on landscaping requirements for freeway and major artery developments
• Consideration of Local Workforce Project Labor Agreements
• Ethics training for City Council members

The City Council conducted its Annual Goal Setting Workshop to review 2022 accomplishments, strategic priorities, and council norms. The session included ethics training and a discussion on meeting protocols.

• Straw poll vote (4-1) to direct staff to bring back an item to change meeting start time to 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will meet to vote on adopting the 2023-2031 Housing Element and its environmental impact report addendum. The agenda also includes closed sessions for real property negotiations and a legal conference regarding a workers' compensation claim. Additionally, staff will provide updates on housing legislation and development projects.

• Adoption of the 2023-2031 Housing Element and General Plan amendment
• Real property negotiations for APN - 81706002
• Legal conference regarding Tacazon v. City of Morgan Hill
• Legislative update on housing and development
• Development projects update

The City Council approved a resolution to update the General Plan's Housing Element for 2023-2031 and adopted the associated environmental impact report addendum. Staff were directed to submit the element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for certification.

• Adopted the 2023-2031 Housing Element and associated EIR addendum (4-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda as posted (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Morgan Hill Planning Commission meeting includes a presentation regarding the 2022 legislative update. No public hearings are scheduled for this session.

• Presentation on 2022 Legislative Update

The Planning Commission received a presentation on the 2022 Legislative Update from Community Development Director Jennifer Carman. No formal actions or decisions were taken during the meeting.

• Received 2022 Legislative Update presentation (no action taken)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review updates regarding recreation classes and OSC use. The meeting also includes an update on older adult services and work plan progress.

• Update on Recreation Classes and OSC Use
• Older Adult Services Update
• Work Plan Updates

The Commission adopted the meeting agenda. Staff provided updates regarding recreation classes, OSC use, and older adult services. Commissioners discussed their respective work plan items.

• Adopted agenda (6-0)

City Council

The City Council ratified a local emergency proclamation due to winter storms and approved a series of consent items including park improvements and IT upgrades. The Council also appointed Rene Spring as Mayor Pro Tem for 2023 and authorized the purchase of county right-of-way easements.

• Appointed Rene Spring as Mayor Pro Tem for 2023 (5-0)
• Ratified January 5, 2023 emergency proclamation due to winter storm (5-0)
• Awarded $143,350 contract to 101 Builders, Inc. for Galvan Park Restroom Replacement (5-0)
• Authorized $174,100 agreement with Cadence Team for backup storage and recovery refresh (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of right-of-way easements on Spring and Dewitt Avenues and Watsonville Road (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions for 2022 Urban Community Drought Relief grant applications (5-0)
• Approved response to 2022 Civil Grand Jury Report 'Show Me the Money' (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Parks & Recreation Commissioner Maureen Grzan-Pieracci (5-0)

Planning Commission

The January 10, 2023, Morgan Hill Planning Commission meeting was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2023.