Sunnyvale public meetings in 2023

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

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City Council: Community Meeting Notice

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City Council: Community Meeting Notice

The provided document is a notice for a special meeting of the City Council, but it does not contain any specific program titles or discussion topics. The agenda text contains placeholders rather than substantive information.

Housing and Human Services Commission

The special meeting scheduled for December 27, 2023, has been canceled. The next commission meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2024.

Planning Commission

The Special Meeting Study Session and the Regular Meeting Public Hearing scheduled for December 25, 2023, have been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for January 8, 2024.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The regular meeting of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission scheduled for December 21, 2023, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 18, 2024.

• Meeting cancellation

Arts Commission

The regular meeting of the Arts Commission scheduled for December 20, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 17, 2024.

Sustainability Commission

The regular meeting of the Sunnyvale Sustainability Commission scheduled for December 18, 2023, was canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 16, 2023.

Human Relations Commission

The regular meeting of the Human Relations Commission scheduled for December 14, 2023, has been canceled. The next special meeting is scheduled for December 7, 2023.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review a project overview for the Civic Center Phase 2 - Main Library. The meeting also includes a review of the 2024 Master Work Plan and potential study issues regarding park benches for senior citizen mobility.

• Presentation: Civic Center Phase 2 - Main Library Project Overview
• Review and Approval: 2024 Master Work Plan
• Annual Review and Acceptance: Code of Ethics
• Study Issue Consideration: Park Benches for Increased Senior Citizen Mobility
• Information Report: Proposed Study Issues for Calendar Year 2025

Housing and Human Services Commission

The Housing and Human Services Commission meeting scheduled for December 13, 2023, and the regular meeting scheduled for December 27, 2023, are both canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2024.

• Cancellation of the December 13, 2023 meeting
• Cancellation of the December 27, 2023 meeting

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will review three project proposals. These include requests for a mobile recycling service, alcohol sales at an existing restaurant, and a residential interior conversion.

• Use Permit for a mobile redemption recycling service at 725 Kifer Road
• Use Permit for general alcohol sales and extended hours to 2 am daily at Taco Bell, 1109 Tasman Drive
• Special Development Permit to convert interior space into a second floor bedroom at 366 Sunset Avenue

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special closed session regarding litigation and an interim City Attorney appointment. The regular meeting includes discussions on the 2023-2031 Housing Element and construction contingencies for the Civic Center Phase 1 Project.

• Adopt the 2023-2031 Housing Element to amend the General Plan
• Increase Civic Center Phase 1 construction contingency by $3,600,000
• Award contract to PBK Architects, Inc. for $2,364,140 for Fire Station 2 design and support
• Award three on-call solid waste service contracts totaling $1,125,000
• Award thirteen engineering support contracts totaling $7,700,000 over four years

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an appeal regarding the demolition of two hotels for a parking lot at 331 and 385 East Weddell Drive. The commission will also review a design permit for a new home and ADU at 348 Angel Avenue. A closed session is scheduled to discuss Council Chambers security.

• Appeal of hotel demolition and parking lot construction at 331 and 385 East Weddell Drive
• Design review for a new two-story home and ADU at 348 Angel Avenue
• Request to continue the subdivision project at 258 West California Avenue to January 8, 2024
• Closed session consultation regarding Council Chambers security

Community Event and Neighborhood Grant Distribution Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review the calendar year 2023 grants and consider applications for the 2024 Community Events and Neighborhood Grant Program. The meeting also includes a consent calendar item to approve the minutes from the August 18, 2023, meeting.

• Review of Calendar Year 2023 Grants
• Consideration of 2024 Community Events and Neighborhood Grant Program Applications
• Approval of August 18, 2023, subcommittee meeting minutes

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

The City Council and several commissions are holding a community workshop regarding the 'Climate Action Playbook: Game Plan 2028'. This special meeting is focused on this specific topic.

• Community Workshop: Climate Action Playbook: Game Plan 2028

Human Relations Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 7, 2023, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 11, 2024.

Human Relations Commission

The regular December 7, 2023 meeting of the Human Relations Commission was canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 11, 2024 at 7 p.m. in the Bay Conference Room, 456 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: Jan. 11, 2024, 7 p.m., Bay Conference Room, 456 W. Olive Ave.

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will consider approving the Draft 2024 Master Work Plan. The commission will also conduct an annual review of the Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected and appointed officials.

• Approval of the September 6, 2023, meeting minutes
• Annual Review of Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials
• Approval of the Draft 2024 Master Work Plan

City Council

The City Council will consider a preferred concept plan for the Corn Palace Park Project. The meeting also includes discussions on upcoming Vice Mayor selection, intergovernmental assignments, and several administrative approvals.

• Corn Palace Park Project preferred concept plan and CEQA exemption
• On-call temporary personnel services agreements with AppleOne, Inc. ($1,200,000) and Bolt Staffing ($600,000)
• Budget modification for $67,135 in ARPA grant funds for health promotion
• Development agreement for 1154 and 1170 Sonora Court
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators regarding City Manager compensation

Board of Library Trustees

The Board will review a project overview for the Civic Center Phase 2 Main Library. The meeting also includes a presentation on annual library statistics and trends. Additionally, the Board is scheduled to approve the meeting minutes from October 2, 2023.

• Presentation: Civic Center Phase 2 - Main Library Project Overview
• Presentation: Annual Library Statistics and Trends
• Approval of October 2, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

The City Council and several commissions are holding a community workshop regarding the Climate Action Playbook: Game Plan 2028. The meeting is scheduled as a special session to discuss this climate action plan.

• Climate Action Playbook: Game Plan 2028 Community Workshop

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission, Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission, and Planning Commission will hold a joint study session. The meeting focuses on reviewing and discussing the Draft Game Plan 2028.

• Review and discussion of Draft Game Plan 2028

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission, Planning Commission, and Sustainability Commission will hold a joint study session. The meeting focuses on reviewing and discussing the Draft Game Plan 2028.

• Review and discussion of Draft Game Plan 2028

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission, Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission, and Sustainability Commission will hold a joint study session. The meeting focuses on reviewing and discussing the Draft Game Plan 2028.

• Review and discussion of Draft Game Plan 2028

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will consider a request to legalize an existing 112 square foot detached accessory structure. The project seeks variances for side and rear yard setbacks that do not meet current requirements. Staff recommendation is to deny the variance permit.

• Variance for 112 square foot detached accessory structure at 160 South Pastoria Avenue
• Proposed side setback of 2 feet 5 inches where 4 feet is required
• Proposed rear yard setback of 2 feet 2 inches where 10 feet is required

Housing and Human Services Commission

The commission will consider a recommendation to the City Council to adopt the 2023-2031 Housing Element and amend the General Plan. The meeting also includes a review of draft requests for proposals regarding CDBG capital projects and rental assistance funding.

• Recommendation to amend the General Plan via the 2023-2031 Housing Element
• Review of draft RFPs for FY 2024/25 CDBG Capital Projects
• Review of 2024/26 HOME Tenant Based Rental Assistance Funding
• Approval of the 2024 Draft Master Work Plan
• Annual review of the City Code of Ethics and Conduct

City Council

The City Council will review a proposal for seven-story mixed-use buildings featuring apartments and office space on Sonora Court. The meeting also includes an emergency procurement report for the Water Pollution Control Plant and a discussion regarding Vice Mayor selection policy.

• Mixed-use development at 1154 and 1170 Sonora Court
• Emergency procurement of a mineral oxidant for the Water Pollution Control Plant
• Business license tax data exchange agreement with California Franchise Tax Board
• Amendment to Council Policy regarding electronic voting for Vice Mayor selection

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session regarding a development project at 1104 and 1124 West El Camino Real. The proposal includes a seven-story mixed-use building with 111 residential units and five single-family homes. The commission will also consider recommending the 2023-2031 Housing Element to the City Council.

• Proposed 111-unit mixed-use building at 1104 and 1124 West El Camino Real
• Construction of five two-story single-family homes
• Recommendation for the 2023-2031 Housing Element adoption

Housing and Human Services Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 22, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2024.

Housing and Human Services Commission

The special Housing and Human Services Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 21, 2023, has been canceled. The next special meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 29, 2023.

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will meet to consider the 2024 Draft Master Work Plan and an annual review of the Code of Ethics and Conduct. The agenda also includes a request to approve the meeting minutes from October 16, 2023.

• Approval of the October 16, 2023, Sustainability Commission Meeting Minutes
• Review of the 2024 Draft Master Work Plan
• Annual Review of Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials
• Updated Annual Work Plan November 2023 report

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The commission is scheduled to review the draft 2024 Master Work Plan, which includes the annual meeting calendar and anticipated projects for the year. The agenda also includes an annual review of the Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected and appointed officials.

• Approval of the Draft BPAC 2024 Master Work Plan
• Annual Review of Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials
• Approval of October 19, 2023 meeting minutes

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will meet to review and approve the 2024 Master Work Plan. The meeting also includes presentations on public art updates and advocacy for local art programs.

• Review and Approve 2024 Master Work Plan (23-10492)
• Public Art Annual Update presentation (23-0863A)
• Advocating for Sunnyvale Art Programs presentation (23-1028B)
• Annual Review and Acceptance - Code of Ethics (23-10473)
• Arts Commission Proposed Study Issues, Calendar Year: 2025 (23-09734)

Housing and Human Services Commission

The special Housing and Human Services Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 15, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 21, 2023.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The City of Sunnyvale has canceled the Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for November 15, 2023. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for November 29, 2023.

City Council

The City Council will review commission meeting effectiveness and a presentation on HomeFirst services. The agenda includes decisions on several infrastructure contracts, including pavement rehabilitation and sidewalk improvements. A public hearing is also scheduled for a General Plan Amendment at 781 S. Wolfe Road.

• $5,078,120.30 contract for pavement rehabilitation with O’Grady Paving, Inc.
• $2,989,550 contract for sidewalk, curb, and gutter work with Spencon Construction, Inc.
• $272,963 contract for traffic signal battery installation with St. Francis Electric, LLC.
• General Plan Amendment study for 781 S. Wolfe Road
• $192,174 budget modification for cyber security improvements

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a project to replace industrial buildings with two seven-story mixed-use buildings at 1154 and 1170 Sonora Court. The proposal includes 280 total apartments, office space, and a development agreement with SKS Partners.

• Mixed-use development at 1154 and 1170 Sonora Court
• Development Agreement between City of Sunnyvale and SKS Partners
• Architectural modifications to a hotel at 1101 Elko Drive
• Wireless tower height increase at 1070 Stewart Drive
• Approval of the 2024 Planning Commission Annual Work Plan

Human Relations Commission

This notice serves as a cancellation for the Human Relations Commission meeting scheduled for November 9, 2023. A special meeting was noted for November 2, 2023.

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

The City Council and several commissions are holding a community meeting and business workshop regarding the Climate Action Playbook: Game Plan 2028. The meeting may include members of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory, Planning, and Sustainability Commissions.

• Climate Action Playbook: Game Plan 2028 Business Workshop

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review a preferred concept plan for the Corn Palace Park Project. The commission is also scheduled to receive several departmental reports and discuss potential study issues for 2025.

• Corn Palace Park Project Preferred Concept Plan recommendation
• Active Aging Month & Senior Program Report
• Recreation Scholarship Report
• Golf and Tennis Report
• Parks and Recreation Commission Proposed Study Issues for 2025

Board of Library Trustees

The regular meeting of the Sunnyvale Board of Library Trustees scheduled for November 6, 2023, was canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 4, 2023.

City Council

The Sunnyvale City Council will hold a special study session. The meeting is dedicated to conducting interviews for various boards and commissions.

• Board and Commission Interviews (23-0061A)

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

The City Council and several commissions are holding a special community meeting. The session is a youth workshop focused on the Climate Action Playbook: Game Plan 2028.

• Climate Action Playbook: Game Plan 2028 - Youth Workshop

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will hold a special meeting to hear presentations regarding equity in education, neighborhood associations, and intergroup dialogue. The commission will also consider approving the meeting minutes from September 14, 2023.

• Presentation: Sunnyvale for Equity in Education: Overview and Mission
• Presentation: Introduction and Overview to the Neighborhood Associations
• Presentation: Intergroup Dialogue
• Approval of Human Relations Commission Meeting Minutes from September 14, 2023

Heritage Preservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Heritage Preservation Commission scheduled for November 1, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 6, 2023.

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will consider a use permit to construct an eight-foot tall fence along the front property line of a private school site. The project is located at 1030 Astoria Drive and is owned by South Peninsula Hebrew Day School.

• Use permit for an eight-foot tall fence at 1030 Astoria Drive
• Public hearing for South Peninsula Hebrew Day School site

Housing and Human Services Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 25, 2023, has been canceled. The next special meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 21, 2023.

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for October 25, 2023, was canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for November 15, 2023.

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session regarding the Universal/Guaranteed Basic Income Study Issue. The agenda also includes a vote on the preferred concept for the Lakewood Park Renovation Project. Additionally, several contracts for traffic systems and facility maintenance are presented for approval.

• $2,673,321 contract to American Restore to resurface the SMaRT Station® tip floor
• $330,805 contract to Econolite Systems, Inc. for traffic controller cabinet assemblies
• $244,500 contract to Econolite Systems, Inc. for the Centracs Advanced Traffic Management System
• Approval of the preferred concept plan for the Lakewood Park Renovation Project
• Two-year recreation contracts for multi-sports and gymnastics instruction services

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a special development permit for a seven-story, 29-unit apartment building. The commission will also review a request to postpone a hearing regarding wireless tower modifications at 1070 Stewart Drive until November 13, 2023.

• Special Development Permit for a 29-unit, seven-story apartment building at 1202 Kifer Road
• Request to continue wireless tower modification hearing at 1070 Stewart Drive to November 13, 2023
• Approval of October 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of proposed 2024 Planning Commission study issues

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss a report regarding the recent Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) meeting. Members will also consider potential sponsored study issues for 2024 and review the 2023 Annual Work Plan.

• Report and discussion of recent VTA BPAC meeting
• Consideration of potential BPAC 2024 sponsored study issues
• Review of the 2023 Annual Work Plan
• Approval of September 21, 2023, meeting minutes

Arts Commission

The regular meeting of the Arts Commission scheduled for October 18, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 15, 2023.

Sustainability Commission

The commission will review the 2024 Draft Annual Work Plan for recommendation to the Council Subcommittee on Board and Commission Effectiveness. The meeting also includes consideration of potential study issues regarding artificial turf impacts and transit-supportive policies.

• Review of 2024 Draft Annual Work Plan
• Potential study of living vs. artificial turf environmental impacts
• Evaluation of transit-supportive policies for Sunnyvale
• Approval of September 18, 2023 meeting minutes

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will hear presentations regarding Intergroup Dialogue Training and the SEED team. The commission will also discuss a potential change to its meeting date.

• Intergroup Dialogue Training presentation (23-0903A)
• SEED team presentation (23-0981B)
• Discussion regarding changing the Human Relations Commission meeting date (23-09802)
• Approval of September 14, 2023, meeting minutes (23-09831)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will receive reports on aquatics and capital improvement projects. The agenda includes a discussion regarding late night lights at public parks and potential property accessibility at West Evelyn & Matilda Place.

• Aquatics Report (23-0945A)
• Capital Improvement Projects Update (23-0944B)
• Late Night Lights at Public Parks study issue (23-09422)
• West Evelyn & Matilda Place property accessibility discussion (23-09433)
• Proposed Study Issues for Calendar Year 2024 (23-09484)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator is reviewing three development proposals. These include a request to replace two hotels with a surface parking lot, a variance for an air conditioning unit, and a new swim club facility. Staff recommends approval for all items.

• Use permit for hotel demolition and new parking lot at 331 and 385 East Weddell Drive
• Variance for an air conditioning unit at 551 Grand Fir Avenue Unit 1
• Special Development Permit for a swim club at 816 W. El Camino Real

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session regarding the Climate Action Playbook: Game Plan 2028. The meeting also includes decisions on several contracts for neighborhood improvements, bicycle safety, and park maintenance evaluations.

• Contract to Chrisp Company for $1,899,842.50 for bicycle and pedestrian safety improvements
• Contract to FBD Vanguard Construction, Inc. for $3,890,821 for SNAIL Neighborhood Improvements
• Contract to Page & Turnbull, Inc. (up to $404,513) to evaluate Orchard Heritage Park operations
• Adoption of the City’s Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2023/24

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session regarding an Applied Materials research and development project at the Arques Campus. The commission will also consider a general plan amendment for 781 S. Wolfe Road and a new 225-unit apartment development on Kifer Road.

• Proposed 592,567 square foot R&D building and parking structure at Arques Campus
• General Plan Amendment for 781 S. Wolfe Road to change land use designation
• Development of 225 apartment units at 1150-1170 Kifer Road
• Exploration of a Dark Sky Ordinance for private property

Heritage Preservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Heritage Preservation Commission scheduled for October 4, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 1, 2023.

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review the 2024 Master Work Plan and the Code of Ethics and Conduct. Presentations include an overview of library collections and updates on the Lakewood Branch and Learning Center. The Board will also consider studying how digital material costs and a new branch library affect the budget.

• Discussion of 2024 Master Work Plan
• Presentation on Lakewood Branch and Learning Center
• Library Collections Overview presentation
• Review of Code of Ethics and Conduct for officials
• Study consideration regarding library collections, budget, and new branch costs

Housing and Human Services Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 27, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 25, 2023.

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will conduct public hearings regarding two special development permit applications. These include a request to legalize an existing facility with beer and wine sales at 612 S Mary Avenue and a request for a role-playing games facility in a 5,253 square foot space.

• Special Development Permit for Euphnet Cyber Café at 612 S Mary Avenue to legalize an existing recreational/athletic facility with beer and wine sales
• Special Development Permit for Hidden Mode to allow a recreation and athletic facility (role-playing games) in a 5,253 square foot space

City Council

The Council will meet for a study session regarding housing element modifications and legislative advocacy. The regular meeting includes discussions on budget modifications, service agreements for the unhoused, and a potential $4 million equity sharing agreement with Sunnyvale Community Services.

• $4 million contribution to Sunnyvale Community Services for property at 1160 Kern Avenue
• $407,430 agreement with HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County for case management and shelter beds
• $158,000 budget modification for Intelligent Transportation Systems via Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority
• Ordinance No. 3220-23 regarding Floodplain Management updates
• Review of Draft Housing Element Modifications

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session and public hearing regarding a special development permit for 1202 Kifer Road. The project involves demolishing an existing two-story office building to construct a new seven-story apartment building containing 29 units.

• Special Development Permit: demolition of a two-story office and construction of a 29-unit, 7-story apartment building at 1202 Kifer Road
• Approval of Planning Commission Meeting Minutes from August 28, 2023
• Review of proposed study issues for the 2024 calendar year

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss potential budget proposals for hiring an active transportation planner and consider 2024 study issue sponsorships. The meeting also includes a report on the recent Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority meeting.

• Consideration of hiring an Active Transportation Planner (23-09233)
• BPAC 2024 Study Issue Sponsorship (23-09244)
• Approval of August 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Report on the recent Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority BPAC meeting

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will consider artwork for the Hunter Properties/Cityline project and the Treehouse Hotel at 1100 Mathilda Avenue. Additionally, the commission is authorized to select a final sun design concept for the Sunnyvale Icons Project.

• Recommend Council approve 'Dropping the Ball' artwork for Hunter Properties/Cityline
• Approve art project for Starwood Capital Group/Treehouse Hotel at 1100 Mathilda Avenue
• Select a final sun design concept for the Sunnyvale Icons Project

Housing and Human Services Commission

The provided text is a notice of cancellation for the Housing and Human Services Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 20, 2023. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 25, 2023.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board is continuing a special meeting that was adjourned on September 18, 2023. This session serves as the continuation of that previous meeting.

• Continuation of the September 18, 2023, special meeting

Housing and Human Services Commission

The Commission will review the draft 2022/23 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER). The meeting also includes the election of a Chair and Vice Chair for fiscal year 2023/24. Additionally, the body will consider potential study issues regarding the Housing Element Update.

• Review of 2022/23 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER)
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for FY 2023/24
• Consideration of potential study issues for the Housing Element Update

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to review the Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials. The board will also conduct a selection for Vice Chair and hold a closed session regarding public employee discipline.

• Review of Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials
• Selection of Vice Chair
• Closed session regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will review the budget proposal process and timelines for study issues. The meeting also includes a presentation on Intergroup Dialogue and approval of the August 10, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Review of Study Issues and Budget Proposal Process and Timelines (23-0902A)
• Intergroup Dialogue presentation (23-0832B)
• Approval of the August 10, 2023, meeting minutes (23-09041)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review a preferred concept plan for the Lakewood Park Renovation Project. The meeting also includes a presentation on youth and teens and discussions regarding potential study issues.

• Recommendation of Alternative 1 for the Lakewood Park Renovation Project concept plan
• Youth and Teens Overview presentation
• Study issue: Online database of all city owned property
• Study issue: New trees in Sunnyvale in 2025
• Study issue: Late night lights at public parks

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The City of Sunnyvale has canceled the Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for September 13, 2023. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for September 27, 2023.

City Council

The City Council will consider a contract for the Civic Center Phase 2 Planning of the Main Library. The meeting also includes an introduction of an ordinance regarding floodplain management. Additionally, the council will receive a report on emergency repairs to Stevens Creek.

• Contract award to Group 4 Architecture for Main Library planning up to $992,342.50
• Introduction of an ordinance regarding floodplain management and penalties
• Budget modification of $217,816 for the Zero Waste Strategic Plan
• Report on emergency repairs to a stormwater outfall at Stevens Creek

The council unanimously approved the consent‑calendar items, including budget modifications and an emergency stormwater repair report. It approved awarding a $992,342.50 contract to Group 4 Architecture for Civic Center Phase 2 planning for the Main Library and a $431,929.47 budget modification. The council also adopted a new floodplain‑management ordinance replacing Chapter 16.62. A motion to study additional polling for the Main Library project was rejected.

• Approved consent‑calendar items 1.A‑1.G (minutes, claims, $217,816 grant, investment report, stormwater repair) – vote 6‑0
• Awarded contract to Group 4 Architecture, Research + Planning, Inc. for Civic Center Phase 2 Main Library planning – $992,342.50 plus $99,234 contingency; approved Budget Modification No. 5 $431,929.47 – vote 6‑0
• Adopted ordinance repealing Chapter 16.62 (Prevention of Flood Damage) and adopting new floodplain‑management provisions – vote 6‑0
• Rejected motion to study additional polling for Main Library development – vote 0‑6

Planning Commission

The Special Meeting study session and the Regular Meeting public hearing scheduled for September 11, 2023, have been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for September 25, 2023.

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will hold a preliminary discussion on the 2024 Master Work Plan. The agenda also includes a presentation on budget processes and a potential study regarding the impact of digital material costs and a new branch library.

• Presentation on Purview and Study/Budget Issue Process (23-0881)
• Approval of July 6, 2023 meeting minutes (23-0876)
• Preliminary Discussion of 2024 Master Work Plan (23-0879)
• Study on library collections and the impact of digital materials and a new branch (23-0892)

The Board approved the meeting minutes from July 6, 2023. Members held a preliminary discussion regarding the 2024 Master Work Plan and received a presentation on the Study/Budget Issue Process.

• Approved July 6, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Heritage Preservation Commission

The commission will meet to elect its Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from June 7, 2023.

• Approval of June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (23-0776)
• Selection of Chair (23-0777)
• Selection of Vice Chair (23-0778)

The Commission appointed Commissioner Johnson as Chair and Vice Chair Patel as Vice Chair. The body also approved the meeting minutes from June 7, 2023.

• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Selected Commissioner Johnson as Chair (4-0)
• Selected Vice Chair Patel to continue as Vice Chair (4-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The regular meeting of the Board of Library Trustees scheduled for Monday, September 4, 2023, has been canceled. A special meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 7, 2023.

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for August 30, 2023, was canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for September 13, 2023.

• No items listed due to meeting cancellation

City Council

The City Council will review a neighbor-led appeal regarding the construction of 18 condominium units at 148 and 156 Crescent Avenue. The meeting also includes budget modifications for the Fair Oaks Avenue Overhead Bridge Rehabilitation Project and contract awards for semiconductor training.

• Appeal of a decision to allow 18 three-story condo units at 148 and 156 Crescent Avenue
• $1,998,080 budget modification for Fair Oaks Avenue Overhead Bridge Rehabilitation Project
• $475,000 contract award to Western Digital for semiconductor training and employment services
• Reinstatement of three on-call contracts for pavement rehabilitation services
• Appointments to the Board of Library Trustees, Housing and Human Services Commission, and Personnel Board

City Council affirmed a Planning Commission decision to allow 18 three-story condominiums at 148 and 156 Crescent Avenue. The Council also approved several infrastructure contracts and filled vacancies on three city boards. Closed session discussions regarding litigation resulted in no reportable actions.

• Denied appeal and affirmed approval of 18-unit condominium project at 148 and 156 Crescent Avenue (7-0)
• Approved $1,998,080 budget modification for Fair Oaks Avenue Overhead Bridge Rehabilitation (7-0)
• Approved contract with Western Digital for Semiconductor Training and Employment Pilot not to exceed $475,000 (7-0)
• Authorized reinstatement and amendment of three on-call pavement rehabilitation contracts (7-0)
• Appointed Charlsie Chang to the Board of Library Trustees (5-0-2)
• Appointed Barry Vickrey to the Personnel Board (7-0-0)
• Appointed Elizabeth Steward to the Housing and Human Services Commission (7-0-0)
• Approved list of claims and bills for payment by the City Manager (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a development project involving the demolition of a single-family home to construct eight three-story townhomes. The commission will also review the minutes from the August 14, 2023, meeting and discuss proposed study issues for 2024.

• Development of eight three-story townhomes at 444 Old San Francisco Road
• Demolition of an existing one-story single-family residence
• Approval of August 14, 2023, Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Review of proposed study issues for the 2024 calendar year

The Planning Commission approved a special development permit and tentative map to replace a single-family home with eight three-story townhomes. The commission also approved the project's CEQA categorical exemption from further environmental review.

• Approved Special Development Permit and Tentative Map for 8 townhomes at 444 Old San Francisco Road (6-0)
• Approved CEQA categorical exemption for 444 Old San Francisco Road project (6-0)
• Approved Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of August 14, 2023 (6-0)

Housing and Human Services Commission

The regular Housing and Human Services Commission meeting scheduled for August 23, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 20, 2023, at City Hall.

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will discuss an update to the Climate Action Playbook based on the 2021 greenhouse gas inventory. The meeting also includes a presentation on climate budgeting and the selection of a new Chair and Vice Chair.

• Climate Action Playbook Update: 2021 GHG Inventory
• Presentation on Climate Budgeting
• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of June 19, 2023 meeting minutes

The Sustainability Commission elected Douglas Kunz as Chair and Tonya Veitch as Vice Chair. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from June 19, 2023. Staff presented the 2021 Greenhouse Gas Inventory results and updates to the Game Plan 2028.

• Approved June 19, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Elected Douglas Kunz as Chair (7-0)
• Elected Tonya Veitch as Vice Chair (7-0)

Community Event and Neighborhood Grant Distribution Subcommittee

The subcommittee will meet to select a Chair and review the Community Events and Neighborhood Grant Program materials for calendar year 2024. The body will also consider authorizing staff to begin the application process.

• Selection of Chair (23-0692)
• Review and approval of 2024 Community Events and Neighborhood Grant Program materials (23-0693)
• Approval of December 6, 2022, meeting minutes

The subcommittee approved the program materials for the 2024 calendar year and authorized staff to start the application process. The body also selected Alysa Cisneros as Chair. Staff will provide further funding and tiered option information at the December 6, 2023 meeting.

• Approved December 6, 2022 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Approved selection of Alysa Cisneros as Chair (2-0)
• Approved 2024 Community Events and Neighborhood Grant Program materials and authorized application process (2-0)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission will receive a progress update on the Active Transportation Plan. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding potential projects related to VTA Measure B education and encouragement.

• Active Transportation Plan Progress Update
• VTA Measure B Education and Encouragement Potential Projects
• Report and Discussion of recent Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) BPAC Meeting
• Approval of July 20, 2023, meeting minutes

The commission approved the meeting minutes from July 20, 2023, with one amendment. The meeting otherwise consisted of staff presentations on the Active Transportation Plan and VTA Measure B projects, and a report on the VTA Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee.

• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes with one amendment (5-0)

Arts Commission

The Sunnyvale Arts Commission will meet to select a new Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda includes presentations on the public art process and an update regarding National Arts and Humanities Month. The commission will also review proposed study issues for 2024.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Presentation on Public Art Process and budget issue process
• National Arts and Humanities Month update
• Approval of June 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of proposed 2024 study issues

The Arts Commission elected new leadership and approved the minutes from the June 21, 2023 meeting. Staff provided presentations on commission purview and updates on the Yarn Art Project and Sunnyvale Icon Project.

• Approved Arts Commission Minutes of June 21, 2023 (5-0)
• Selected Agnes Veith as Chair (5-0)
• Selected Kathryn Filley as Vice Chair (5-0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will consider a Special Development Permit for a recreational and athletic facility. The project involves establishing an indoor baseball/softball training facility within an existing shopping center.

• Special Development Permit for indoor baseball/softball training at 121 E. El Camino Real

The Zoning Administrator approved a Special Development Permit to allow a recreational and athletic facility at 121 E. El Camino Real. The project will establish an indoor baseball and softball training facility within an existing shopping center.

• Approved Special Development Permit for indoor baseball/softball training facility at 121 E. El Camino Real

City Council

The City Council will hold a special study session focused on interviews for various boards and commissions. The meeting is scheduled to take place in the Cottonwood Conference Room and online.

• Board and Commission Interviews (23-0055A)

The City Council held a special study session to interview applicants for vacancies on various boards and commissions. No formal appointments or votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Interviewed applicants for Housing and Human Services Commission
• Interviewed applicants for Personnel Board
• Interviewed applicants for Board of Library Trustees

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a use permit and tentative map for a project at 877 West Fremont Avenue. The proposal includes 114 condominium units and 35,393 square feet of office space. The scheduled study session for this meeting was canceled.

• Use permit and tentative map for 114 condos and 35,393 square feet of office at 877 West Fremont Avenue
• Approval of July 24, 2023, meeting minutes
• Proposed study issues for the 2024 calendar year

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the July 24, 2023 meeting. The commission also held a public hearing and discussion regarding a proposed mixed-use development at 877 West Fremont Avenue, though no final decision on the project was recorded in the text.

• Approved Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of July 24, 2023 (5-0)

Human Relations Commission

The commission will meet to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda also includes presentations regarding city demographics, the Sunnyvale Unity Series results, and intergroup dialogue training.

• Selection of a Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of City Demographics
• Review of Sunnyvale Unity Series results
• Intergroup Dialogue Training presentation
• Approval of July 13, 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission elected Venkata Siva Ramisetty as Chair and Nenuca Syquia as Vice Chair. The body also approved the meeting minutes from July 13, 2023.

• Elected Venkata Siva Ramisetty as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Nenuca Syquia as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved July 13, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will review presentations regarding the Sunnyvale Tree Program and the study/budget issue process. The meeting also includes the selection of a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Presentation on Sunnyvale Tree Program (23-0609B)
• Presentation on PRC Purview and Study/Budget Issue Process (23-0748A)
• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair (23-07062)
• Review of 2024 Proposed Study Issues (23-07123)

The Commission appointed its leadership for the term and approved the minutes from the June 14, 2023 meeting with specific amendments regarding property easements. Staff provided presentations on the commission's purview and the Sunnyvale Tree Program.

• Approved selection of David Kesting as Chair and Dona Mason as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes with amendments regarding PG&E and City easement property (4-0-1)

City Council

The City Council will discuss converting part-time bike lanes on Homestead Road to full-time lanes. The meeting also includes a proposal for a Downtown Specific Plan amendment and the purchase of 295 S. Mathilda Avenue.

• Convert part-time bike lanes on Homestead Road into permanent full-time bike lanes
• Downtown Specific Plan Amendment to increase office square footage and building height at Block 18
• Purchase of 295 S. Mathilda Avenue from MidPen Housing Corporation for $7,350,000
• Contract award to San Jose Conservation Corps for glass collection services for $518,001.12
• Contract award to Strada Collaborative, Inc. for youth workforce development up to $755,000

The City Council approved several contracts, including glass collection services and youth workforce development. The council also adopted an updated Emergency Operations Plan and a noise-related zoning ordinance. A public hearing was held regarding bike lanes on Homestead Road, but no final decision was recorded in the provided text.

• Awarded $518,001.12 glass collection contract to San Jose Conservation Corps (7-0)
• Approved youth workforce development contract with Strada Collaborative, Inc. up to $755,000 (7-0)
• Waived $5,600 in false alarm fees for Hampton Inn & Suites (7-0)
• Adopted updated Emergency Operations Plan and updated headquartered company list (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3219-23 updating noise and sound level zoning standards (7-0)
• Approved Mayor Klein as Voting Delegate and Councilmember Russ Melton as Alternate for League of California Cities conference (7-0)
• Approved City Council meeting minutes from July 11 and July 25, 2023 (7-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The regular meeting of the Sunnyvale Board of Library Trustees scheduled for Monday, August 7, 2023, has been canceled. The next special meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 7, 2023.

Heritage Preservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Sunnyvale Heritage Preservation Commission scheduled for August 2, 2023, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 6, 2023.

Housing and Human Services Commission

The regular Housing and Human Services Commission meeting scheduled for July 26, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 23, 2023.

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The City of Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for July 26, 2023, is canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for August 16, 2023.

City Council

The City Council will review updates to the General Plan concerning air quality, noise, and environmental justice. The meeting also includes discussions on rezoning within the Moffett Park Specific Plan District and a new transportation impact fee. Additionally, the council will consider salary increases for certain management employees.

• Ordinance No. 3218-23 regarding Moffett Park Specific Plan rezoning and fees
• $150,000 agreement with Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo for litigation services
• General Plan updates for Environmental Justice, Safety and Noise, and Air Quality
• Annual assessment for the Downtown Parking Maintenance District
• Salary increases for management employee pay plan categories D and K

The City Council unanimously authorized the City Attorney to initiate a lawsuit against Sunnyvale Partners, LTD. The Council also approved several zoning updates for the Moffett Park Specific Plan and amendments to the General Plan regarding air quality and noise.

• Authorized lawsuit against Sunnyvale Partners, LTD (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3218-23 to implement Moffett Park Specific Plan (7-0)
• Approved $150,000 agreement with Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo for litigation services (7-0)
• Amended General Plan elements for Environmental Justice, Safety and Noise, and Air Quality (7-0)
• Approved annual assessment for Downtown Parking Maintenance District FY 2023/24 (7-0)
• Approved 4th substantial amendment to 2019 HUD Action Plan for CDBG-CV funds (7-0)
• Approved placing delinquent utility charges on FY 2023/24 County of Santa Clara Property Tax Roll (7-0)
• Approved salary increases for Pay Plan Category D and K management employees (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session regarding proposed changes to the Intuitive Surgical corporate campus. The project includes relocating underground parking to an above-ground structure and modifying several building features.

• Modification of Special Development Permit 2019-7557 for 945-955 Kifer Road
• Relocation of parking to 2900 Semiconductor Drive in Santa Clara
• Reduction of total building area from 364,000 to 358,000 square feet
• Modification of the pedestrian bridge design over Kifer Road
• Modification of Development Agreement 2019-7557

The Planning Commission held a study session regarding proposed modifications to the Intuitive Surgical corporate campus. The only formal action taken during the public meeting was the approval of the July 10, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of July 10, 2023 (6-0)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission will review annual reporting on collisions involving pedestrians and cyclists. The commission will also receive a progress update on the Vision Zero Plan and select its Chair and Vice Chair for FY23/24.

• Annual reporting on collisions involving pedestrians and cyclists
• Vision Zero Plan Progress Update
• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for FY23/24
• Approval of June 15, 2023, meeting minutes

The commission approved the June 15, 2023, meeting minutes and elected Commissioner Oey as Chair and Vice Chair Beagle as Vice Chair for FY23/24. The meeting also included presentations on pedestrian and cyclist collision data and the Vision Zero Plan progress.

• Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Elected Commissioner Oey as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Vice Chair Beagle as Vice Chair (vote tally incomplete)

Arts Commission

The regular meeting of the Sunnyvale Arts Commission scheduled for July 19, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 16, 2023.

Sustainability Commission

The regular meeting of the Sunnyvale Sustainability Commission scheduled for July 17, 2023, was canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2023, at 7 p.m.

Human Relations Commission

The commission will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Human Relations Overview and a review of the commission's work plan. Additionally, members will discuss intergroup dialogue training.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Human Relations Overview presentation
• Review of the Human Relations Commission Work Plan
• Intergroup Dialogue Training

The Commission postponed the selection of its Chair and Vice Chair to the next meeting. Members received training on the Brown Act, the Code of Ethics and Conduct, and Intergroup Dialogue.

• Moved selection of Chair to the next meeting (4-0)
• Moved selection of Vice Chair to the next meeting (4-0)

Heritage Preservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Heritage Preservation Commission scheduled for July 12, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 2, 2023.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The regular meeting of the Sunnyvale Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for July 12, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 9, 2023.

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will consider two use permit applications. One project involves demolishing two hotel buildings to build a surface parking lot at 331 and 385 East Weddell Drive. The second application requests a 7-foot 2-inch tall fence for a single-family home on Swallow Drive.

• Demolition of two hotels and construction of a surface parking lot at 331 and 385 East Weddell Drive
• Installation of a 7-foot 2-inch tall fence in the front yard of 1666 Swallow Drive

The Zoning Administrator approved a use permit for a 7-foot 2-inch front yard fence at 1666 Swallow Drive with a requirement for a transparent top design. A request to demolish two hotel buildings for a surface parking lot at 331 and 385 East Weddell Drive was continued to a date uncertain for further clarification of the project's use.

• Approved Use Permit for 7-foot 2-inch fence at 1666 Swallow Drive with modification for 1-foot transparent top
• Granted continuance to date uncertain for use permit at 331 and 385 East Weddell Drive

City Council

The City Council will consider actions related to the Moffett Park Specific Plan, including environmental certification and zoning amendments. The council will also discuss salary adjustments for the City Attorney and various employee categories. Additionally, they will review a purchase agreement for water treatment chemicals.

• Adoption of the Moffett Park Specific Plan and related zoning changes
• $300,000 purchase agreement with Hasa, Inc. for sodium hypochlorite
• Sunnyvale Middle School Master Plan for new classrooms
• Salary increases for City Attorney and Department Directors

The City Council approved the Moffett Park Specific Plan (MPSP), including the certification of its Environmental Impact Report and updates to the General Plan and Zoning Map. The approval included specific modifications regarding building floor plates, water piping, and glass requirements for facades facing the San Francisco Bay.

• Approved Moffett Park Specific Plan (MPSP) with modifications (7-0)
• Certified the MPSP Environmental Impact Report (7-0)
• Approved $300,000 purchase agreement with Hasa, Inc. for sodium hypochlorite (7-0)
• Approved Sunnyvale Middle School Master Plan and agreement amendment (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3216-23 amending zoning for landscaping and open space (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3217-23 amending public works contracting (7-0)
• Approved City Council meeting minutes from June 20 and June 27, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved list of claims and bills for payment (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a request to increase office square footage and building height for Block 18 in the Downtown Specific Plan. The commission will also consider recommendations regarding General Plan updates for air quality, noise, and safety.

• Appeal of a variance denial for an accessory structure at 424 Bryan Avenue
• General Plan updates regarding environmental justice, safety, noise, and air quality
• Downtown Specific Plan amendment to increase office square footage by 205,000 sq ft
• Proposed building height increase from 75 feet to 85 feet for Downtown Block 18

The Planning Commission granted an appeal to legalize an existing 189 square foot detached accessory structure that did not meet minimum side and rear setback requirements. The decision was approved via a 4-3 vote.

• Approved Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of June 26, 2023 (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Variance for accessory structure at 424 Bryan Avenue (4-3)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda also includes presentations regarding service recognition and equity, access, and inclusion initiatives. Additionally, the board will consider approving the minutes from the June 5, 2023 meeting.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Presentation on Equity, Access, and Inclusion Initiatives
• Presentation for Recognition of Service
• Approval of June 5, 2023 Meeting Minutes

The Board of Library Trustees appointed Sharlene Wang as Chair and Meena Juttukonda as Vice Chair. The Board also approved the meeting minutes from June 5, 2023. Librarians presented updates on equity, access, and inclusion initiatives.

• Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Elected Chair Wang as Chair (3-0)
• Elected Board Member Juttukonda as Vice Chair (3-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The regular meeting of the Sunnyvale Board of Library Trustees scheduled for Monday, July 3, 2023, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 6, 2023.

Housing and Human Services Commission

The commission will consider a draft fourth substantial amendment to the 2019 HUD Action Plan. This item proposes allocating remaining CDBG-CV funds for administrative activities and contract management. The meeting also includes discussions on potential study issues regarding the Housing Element Update.

• Draft Fourth Substantial Amendment to the 2019 HUD Action Plan
• Allocation of remaining CDBG-CV funds
• Approval of May 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Housing Element Update study issues

The Commission recommended that City Council approve the Fourth Substantial Amendment to the 2019 HUD Action Plan to allocate CDBG-CV funds for administrative activities and contract management. The body also approved the meeting minutes from May 24, 2023.

• Recommended to City Council approval of the Fourth Substantial Amendment to the 2019/20 HUD Action Plan (5-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The City of Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for June 28, 2023, is canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for July 12, 2023.

City Council

The City Council will review proposed utility rate increases for water, wastewater, and solid waste services. The agenda also includes adopting new citywide design standards for multi-family and mixed-use developments. Additionally, the council will consider several budget modifications and contract awards.

• Proposed utility rate increases: water by 4%, wastewater by 9%, and solid waste by 6%
• Contract award of $3,294,117 to Redwood Engineering Construction, Inc. for playground equipment replacement
• Purchase of a solid waste bag shredder from Komptech Americas LLC for $1,456,055
• Verizon Wireless contract purchase agreement for up to $850,000
• Budget modification of $500,000 for Lakewood Branch Library and Climate Action Plan implementation

The City Council approved rate increases for water, wastewater, and solid waste utilities for FY 2023/24. Council also adopted new Citywide Objective Design Standards for multi-family and mixed-use developments. Various budget modifications and contracts were approved via the consent calendar.

• Approved water rate increase of 4%, wastewater 9%, and solid waste 6% (6-0)
• Adopted Citywide Objective Design Standards for Multi-Family Residential and Mixed-Use Developments (6-0)
• Approved $3,294,117 contract to Redwood Engineering Construction, Inc. for playground equipment (6-0)
• Approved $1,456,055 purchase of a solid waste bag shredder from Komptech Americas LLC (6-0)
• Approved up to $850,000 contract with Verizon Wireless for cellular service (6-0)
• Appropriated $1,250,000 from General Fund Budget Stabilization Fund Reserve to Department of Public Safety (6-0)
• Appropriated $500,000 in grant funds for Lakewood Branch Library and Climate Action Plan (6-0)
• Approved salary increases for Public Safety Officers and Public Safety Managers effective July 9, 2023 (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a design review to demolish an existing house and construct a new two-story single-family home at 1376 Ramon Drive. The agenda also includes a recognition of service presentation and approval of the June 12, 2023, meeting minutes. The scheduled study session for this meeting was canceled.

• Design review for a new 4,506 square foot single-family home at 1376 Ramon Drive
• Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from June 12, 2023
• Recognition of Service presentation (23-0689)

The Planning Commission approved a design review to demolish an existing home and build a new two-story single-family residence. The approval includes conditions regarding child safety for the balcony and the consideration of native trees.

• Approved design review for new 4,506 sq ft home at 1376 Ramon Drive (6-0)
• Approved Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of June 12, 2023 (4-0)
• Added condition to consider native trees instead of Crepe Myrtles at 1376 Ramon Drive
• Added condition allowing balcony design modifications for child safety at 1376 Ramon Drive

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will hold a special meeting featuring a Recognition of Service presentation. The board will also consider approving meeting minutes from March 27, March 28, and April 18, 2023.

• Recognition of Service (item 23-0694)
• Approval of March 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of March 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of April 18, 2023 meeting minutes

The Personnel Board met for a special meeting and approved the minutes from March 27, March 28, and April 18, 2023. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will hold a meeting to discuss various arts-related presentations and reports. The agenda includes discussions on arts bike racks, a roundtable for commission chairs, and National Arts and Humanities Month.

• Presentation: Arts Bike Rack
• Presentation: Arts Commission Roundtable for Arts Commission Chairs Across Santa Clara County
• Presentation: National Arts and Humanities Month (Scope)
• Presentation: Recognition of Service
• Information Report: Arts Commission Proposed Study Issues, Calendar Year: 2024

The Arts Commission approved the meeting minutes from April 19, 2023, and the joint meeting minutes from May 17, 2023. The commission heard presentations on artistic bike racks, a regional roundtable for commission chairs, and National Arts and Humanities Month, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved Arts Commission Meeting Minutes of April 19, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Joint Arts and Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes of May 17, 2023 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on the Fiscal Year 2023/24 Budget, Fee Schedule, and Appropriations Limit. The agenda also includes a request for funding for sidewalk installation on Poplar Avenue. A joint session with the Sunnyvale Financing Authority is scheduled to adopt its budget.

• Adoption of FY 2023/24 Budget and Fee Schedule
• Contract amendment with Ascent Environmental Inc. ($95,000 increase)
• Funding for Poplar Avenue sidewalk installation ($160,000 design; $176,620 construction)
• Labor negotiations with Sunnyvale Managers Association (SMA)
• Performance evaluations for City Manager and City Attorney

The City Council and Sunnyvale Financing Authority approved their respective budgets for Fiscal Year 2023/24. Council also authorized funding for a sidewalk project on Poplar Avenue and amended a contract for the Village Center Master Plan.

• Adopted FY 2023/24 Budget, Fee Schedule, and Appropriations Limit (7-0)
• Sunnyvale Financing Authority adopted FY 2023/24 Budget (7-0)
• Approved $160,000 for design phase of Poplar Avenue sidewalk installation and banked $176,620 for construction (7-0)
• Authorized contract amendment with Ascent Environmental Inc. for Village Center Master Plan, increasing not-to-exceed total to $344,945 (7-0)
• Approved Budget Modification No. 23 in the amount of $34,445 (7-0)
• Approved City Council meeting minutes from May 18, May 23, and June 6, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved list of claims and bills for payment (7-0)
• Sunnyvale Financing Authority approved meeting minutes from June 6, 2023 (7-0)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will conduct a study session covering several topics including Village Centers and the Climate Action Playbook. The meeting also includes a draft proposal for the FY 2023/24 Sustainability Speaker Series.

• Presentation on Village Centers
• Recognition of Service presentation
• Review of Study Issue Process and Timelines
• Climate Action Playbook Update
• Draft Proposal for FY 2023/24 Sustainability Speaker Series

The Commission held a study session to review the Draft Village Center Master Plan, focusing on residential density, business retention, and community outreach. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the session consisted of staff presentations and commissioner recommendations.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The commission will review a report regarding the recent Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) meeting. The agenda also includes presentations on sidewalk conditions and recognition of service.

• Presentation: Sidewalk Conditions
• Presentation: Recognition of Service
• Report/Discussion: Recent Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) BPAC Meeting
• Information Report: BPAC 2023 Annual Work Plan
• Information Report: Annual Slurry Seal List 2023

The commission approved the meeting minutes from May 18, 2023. The session primarily consisted of staff presentations regarding sidewalk repair workflows and a report on the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) meeting.

• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding the Sunnyvale Middle School Master Plan, which includes new classrooms and an agreement with the Sunnyvale School District for open space use. Presentations are also scheduled for the City CycleWay program and the Ramona Ave PG&E Right-Of-Way.

• Recommendation for Sunnyvale Middle School Master Plan
• Presentation on Sunnyvale City CycleWay program
• Presentation on Ramona Ave PG&E Right-Of-Way
• Approval of April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of May 17, 2023 Joint Commission minutes

The Commission approved the proposed Master Plan for Sunnyvale Middle School to include new permanent classrooms. The body also approved the meeting minutes from April 12 and May 17. Presentations were heard regarding a CycleWay Program and the Ramona Ave PG&E Right-Of-Way, but no formal actions were taken on those items.

• Approved proposed Sunnyvale Middle School Master Plan for new permanent classrooms (3-0)
• Approved Parks and Recreation Commission meeting minutes of April 12, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved Joint Arts and Parks and Recreation Commission meeting minutes of May 17, 2023 (3-0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for June 14, 2023, was canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for June 28, 2023.

Planning Commission

The commission is considering recommendations to the City Council regarding the Moffett Park Specific Plan and new citywide objective design standards. These items include environmental certification, zoning updates, and changes to the Master Fee Schedule.

• Recommendation for Moffett Park Specific Plan adoption
• New Citywide Objective Design Standards for multi-family and mixed-use developments
• Amendments to the Master Fee Schedule including a new Transportation Impact Fee
• Proposed amendments to Sunnyvale Municipal Code Section 19.37.020

The Planning Commission approved a recommendation to establish Citywide Objective Design Standards for multi-family residential and mixed-use developments. This action includes repealing previous design guidelines and amending the Sunnyvale Municipal Code. The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for the June 27, 2023 meeting.

• Approved Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of May 22, 2023 (3-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Citywide Objective Design Standards for Multi-Family Residential and Mixed-Use Developments (4-0)
• Recommended City Council repeal the Mixed-Use Development Tool Kit and High Density Residential Design Guidelines (4-0)
• Recommended City Council rename Citywide Design Guidelines to Non-Residential Design Guidelines (4-0)
• Recommended City Council amend Sunnyvale Municipal Code Section 19.37.020 (4-0)

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will recognize Commissioners Bratton and Hopkins for their service. The body will also review the Planning Program Budget and Fees for fiscal year 2023/24 to provide recommendations to the City Council.

• Recognition of Service for Commissioner Bratton and Commissioner Hopkins
• Approval of May 3, 2023, meeting minutes (Item 23-0598)
• Review of Planning Program Budget and Fees for FY 2023/24 (Item 23-0605)

The Commission recommended that the City Council approve the FY 2023/24 Recommended Budget. The meeting also included the approval of previous meeting minutes and recognition of departing commissioners.

• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0-1)
• Recommended FY 2023/24 Recommended Budget for City Council approval (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2023/24 Budget and Resource Allocation Plan. The meeting also includes a special joint session with the Sunnyvale Financing Authority to discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget.

• Public hearing on FY 2023/24 Budget and Resource Allocation Plan
• Purchase agreement for Brightview Tree Care Services, Inc. up to $466,630
• Contract award to Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for Tasman Drive study up to $248,346
• Five-year services agreement with Maze & Associates up to $683,215
• Fee waiver request for the 2023 Art and Wine Festival in the amount of $20,073

The City Council approved several vendor contracts for tree care, financial auditing, and pedestrian studies. The council also adopted a proposed projects list for road maintenance and waived fees for the 2023 Art and Wine Festival.

• Approved $466,630 purchase agreement with Brightview Tree Care Services, Inc.
• Adopted Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Proposed Projects List for SB 1 funding
• Awarded contract up to $248,346 to Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for Tasman Drive study
• Approved $248,850 contract amendment for Park Consulting Group
• Awarded five-year agreement up to $683,215 to Maze & Associates for financial audit services
• Rejected sole bid for Sunnyvale Bicycle, Pedestrian and Safe Routes to School project
• Approved FY 2023/24 Preliminary Engineer's Report for Downtown Parking District Assessment
• Waived $20,073 in City Fees for the 2023 Art and Wine Festival

Board of Library Trustees

The Board will review a presentation regarding data maps of library use. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes from May 11, 2023.

• Presentation: Review Data Maps of Library Use
• Approval of May 11, 2023, Meeting Minutes

The Board approved the meeting minutes from May 11, 2023. Management Analyst Laura Jammal presented data maps regarding the Geographic Information System for library use. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

A special community meeting will be held via web stream as part of the Sustainability Speaker Series. The session focuses on induction cooking and may include members of the City Council, Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission, and Sustainability Commission.

• Sustainability Speaker Series: An 'Electric' Dinner Party: Induction Cooking

Housing and Human Services Commission

The Commission will review the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2023/24. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Housing Element Update and potential study issues.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2023/24 Recommended Budget
• Housing Element Update
• Consideration of Potential Study Issues
• Approval of April 19, 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission reviewed the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2023/24 and determined there were no additional recommendations for the City Council. The body also approved the minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting.

• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Determined no additional recommendations for FY 2023/24 Recommended Budget

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will consider three use permit applications. These include an afterschool program at a church, a preschool building addition, and a new fitness studio in a shopping center.

• Use permit for kindergarten-6th grade afterschool program at 653 W Fremont Avenue
• Use permit for a 600 square foot preschool building addition at 1025 The Dalles
• Use permit for a new fitness studio at 1366 S Mary Ave

The Zoning Administrator approved use permits for an afterschool program, a preschool expansion, and a new fitness studio. Each approval included specific conditions of use and site improvements.

• Approved Use Permit for K-6th grade afterschool program at 653 W Fremont Avenue
• Approved Use Permit for 600 square foot preschool addition at 1025 The Dalles
• Approved Use Permit for fitness studio at 1366 S Mary Ave with noise prevention conditions

City Council

The City Council will review ordinances regarding residential tenant protections and a new pedestrian mall on South Murphy Avenue. The meeting also includes discussions on the Bernardo Avenue Undercrossing Project and sidewalk installations on Poplar Avenue. Additionally, the council will consider authorizing a large purchase of fire apparatus.

• Purchase of four engines from Golden State Fire Apparatus for $4,010,233.32
• Ordinance establishing a pedestrian mall on South Murphy Avenue
• Ordinance regarding residential tenant protections and right to lease
• Selection of the Eastern Alignment for the Bernardo Avenue Undercrossing Project
• Approval of sidewalk installations on Poplar Avenue and Bryant Way

The City Council authorized the purchase of four fire engines and established a pedestrian mall on South Murphy Avenue. The council also approved specific sidewalk installations and the preferred alignment for the Bernardo Avenue Undercrossing Project.

• Authorized $4,010,233.32 purchase of four engines from Golden State Fire Apparatus (5-0)
• Approved 4% contingency of $160,409.33 for fire engine purchase (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3214-23 establishing a pedestrian mall on South Murphy Avenue (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3215-23 regarding Residential Tenant Protections Programs (5-0)
• Approved Eastern Alignment for the Bernardo Avenue Undercrossing Project (5-0)
• Approved installation of sidewalks on Poplar Avenue and Bryant Way (5-0)
• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land-use items including a single-family home addition and a condominium project. The commission will also consider an appeal regarding an accessory structure setback and review the FY 2023-2024 Planning Program budget.

• Design Review: 300 square foot first-story addition at 156 Connemara Way
• Request for continuance of citywide objective design standards to June 12, 2023
• Appeal of a denied variance for an 189 square foot accessory structure at 424 Bryan Avenue
• Special Development Permit and Tentative Map for 18 three-story condominium units at 148 and 156 Crescent Avenue
• Review of the FY 2023-2024 Planning Program budget and fees

The Planning Commission approved a special development permit and tentative map for 18 three-story condominium units. A design review for a home addition was approved, while a request for citywide design standards was continued. An appeal regarding a variance for an accessory structure was postponed by the applicants.

• Approved 18 three-story condominium units and tentative map at 148 and 156 Crescent Avenue (4-0)
• Approved 300 square foot first-story addition at 156 Connemara Way (4-0)
• Approved Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of May 8, 2023 (4-0)
• Continued discussion on Citywide Objective Design Standards to June 12, 2023 (4-0)
• Continued appeal for variance at 424 Bryan Avenue to July 10, 2023

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

The City Council is hosting a special community forum regarding transportation in North Sunnyvale. The event involves the Foothill Union High School District (FUHSD). Residents can RSVP via the provided FUHSD website link.

• Community Forum on Transportation in North Sunnyvale

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The commission is considering a proposal to convert all part-time bike lanes on Homestead Road into permanent full-time lanes. Members will also discuss recommending the use of $160,000 in grant funds for the design phase of Project No. 6. Additionally, the meeting includes a review of the FY 2023/24 recommended budget.

• Proposal to convert part-time bike lanes on Homestead Road into full-time lanes
• Recommendation to use $160,000 of TDA Article 3 grant funds for Project No. 6 design phase
• Review of the FY 2023/24 recommended budget
• Approval of April 20, 2023, meeting minutes

The commission reviewed three alternatives for converting part-time bike lanes on Homestead Road into full-time lanes. Staff recommended Alternative 1, which includes a road diet and partial parking preservation. No final vote on the alternatives was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission Meeting Minutes of April 20, 2023 (7-0)

City Council

The Council will conduct a budget workshop regarding the Fiscal Year 2023/24 Recommended Budget and Resource Allocation Plan. A closed session will also be held to negotiate price and payment terms for property at 805 E El Camino Real with Corporate Residential, LLC. Public hearings for the budget and annual fee schedule are scheduled for June 6, 2023.

• Budget Workshop for Fiscal Year 2023/24
• Property negotiations for 805 E El Camino Real with Corporate Residential, LLC
• Scheduled public hearing for Recommended Budget and Resource Allocation Plan (June 6, 2023)
• Scheduled public hearing for Annual Fee Schedule (June 6, 2023)

The City Council approved several budget supplements, including funding for study issues, tree pruning, and a collision investigation pilot program. The Council also increased funding for the Downtown Business Association and the U.S. Conference of Mayors, while eliminating some parking lot resurfacing funds.

• Approved Budget Supplement 1 for study issues (7-0)
• Approved 10% increase every two years for Community and Neighborhood Grants (7-0)
• Eliminated funding for resurfacing civic center, library, and community center parking lots (6-1)
• Approved Budget Supplement 3 to increase tree pruning contract (7-0)
• Approved Budget Supplement 4 for Bicycle and Pedestrian Collision Investigation Pilot Program (7-0)
• Denied increase for Neighborhood Preservation short-term rental ordinance enforcement (6-1)
• Increased annual support for Downtown Business Association to $60,000 (7-0)
• Approved $12,200 annually for United States Conference of Mayors membership (7-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a special joint meeting with the Arts Commission. The commission will review and recommend a specific budget for City Council approval.

• Review and recommendation of Recommended Budget 23-05671
• Special joint meeting with the Arts Commission

The Commission reviewed a presentation from the Director of Finance regarding the recommended budget, including park dedication funds and recreation projects. The Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve the budget.

• Recommended Council approve the Recommended Budget (8-0)

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will hold a special joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Commission. The commission is scheduled to review and recommend a budget for City Council approval.

• Review and recommendation of recommended budget 23-05671
• Special joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Commission

The Arts Commission reviewed a presentation by the Director of Finance regarding the recommended budget, including art in-lieu fees and recreation projects. The Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve the budget.

• Recommended Council approve the Recommended Budget (8-0)

City Council

The Council will discuss a request to continue the Moffett Park Specific Plan hearing to July. Other items include establishing a pedestrian mall on South Murphy Avenue and approving various utility and arts projects.

• Contract award to Graham Contractors for $1,269,106.75 for annual slurry seal
• Budget modification of $800,000 for the Historic Murphy Avenue Pedestrian Mall Project
• Moffett Park Specific Plan (request for continuance to July 11, 2023)
• South Murphy Avenue Pedestrian Mall establishment and budget modification
• Approval of 16 design proposals for The Great Box Cover-Up! utility box art project

The City Council approved the establishment of a pedestrian mall on the 100 block of South Murphy Avenue and allocated $800,000 for the project. The council also approved several consent calendar items, including a road slurry seal contract. A public hearing regarding the Moffett Park Specific Plan was continued to July 11, 2023.

• Approved $800,000 budget modification and establishment of South Murphy Avenue Pedestrian Mall (7-0)
• Awarded $1,269,106.75 contract to Graham Contractors for Annual Slurry Seal 2023 (7-0)
• Approved 10% construction contingency of $126,911 for slurry seal project (7-0)
• Continued Moffett Park Specific Plan public hearing to July 11, 2023 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3213-23 to repeal and re-adopt Stormwater Management code (7-0)
• Approved pilot process for City Council Colleague Memorandums to propose agenda items (7-0)
• Authorized revised Joint Use Agreement with Santa Clara Valley Water District (7-0)
• Approved NOVA Workforce Development Area recertification application for 2023-25 (7-0)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will conduct an annual review of the City Manager's recommended budget. The commission will also consider approving meeting minutes from April 17, 2023, and receive an updated Annual Work Plan.

• Annual Review of City Manager’s Recommended Budget (23-05842)
• Approval of April 17, 2023, meeting minutes (23-05831)
• Updated Annual Work Plan May 2023 (23-0585)

The Commission approved several budget recommendations for City Council, focusing on fleet electrification, urban forestry, and active transportation. The body also approved the meeting minutes from April 17, 2023.

• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Recommended support for Budget Supplement No. 1 funding for ESD 23-01 and ESD 17-01 (5-0-1)
• Recommended support for projects increasing net tree count, including Budget Supplements No. 1 (DPW 22-04) and No. 3, Project 835400, and Project 832750 (5-0-1)
• Recommended evaluating Project 824780 (Upgrading of Fuel Stations) regarding fleet electrification and decommissioning costs (5-0-1)
• Recommended committing to all-electric replacements for maintenance and repair projects, including specific emergency generators and BAAQMD-impacted equipment (5-0-1)
• Recommended funding for Project 836200 to implement Active Transportation Plan improvements (5-0-1)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board approved the meeting minutes from April 3, 2023. The board reviewed the recommended FY 2023/24 budget, but no action was taken on the budget proposal.

• Approved April 3, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will conduct public hearings regarding two proposed use permits. The items include a liquor license modification for a restaurant and an addition to an existing preschool building.

• Use Permit: Expansion and relocation of a bar area at 1214 Apollo Way
• Use Permit: 600 square foot addition to a preschool at 1025 The Dalles

The Zoning Administrator approved a use permit for a restaurant to expand and relocate its bar area. A request for a preschool building addition at 1025 The Dalles was continued to a later date.

• Approved Use Permit for bar expansion and relocation at 1214 Apollo Way
• Granted continuance for preschool addition at 1025 The Dalles to May 24, 2023

Parks and Recreation Commission

The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for May 10, 2023, has been canceled. A special joint meeting with the Arts Commission will be held on May 17, 2023.

• Special joint Parks and Recreation and Arts Commission meeting on May 17, 2023

City Council

The City Council is holding a special study session to conduct interviews for various boards and commissions. The provided agenda does not specify which positions or candidates are being discussed.

• Board and Commission Interviews (23-0046A)

The City Council held a special study session to interview applicants for various city boards and commissions. No formal appointments or other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Interviewed Marc Ketzel for Personnel Board
• Interviewed Tomesz Jasionowski for Sustainability Commission
• Interviewed Galen Davis for Planning Commission
• Interviewed Prashant Gattani for Parks and Recreation, Planning, and Library boards
• Interviewed Maria (Paulina) Zapata, Venkata Siva Ramisetty, Gabriela Sanchez, Delia Ayala, Yecenia Alvarez, and Claudia Camacho for Human Relations Commission
• Interviewed Carter Hu for Planning Commission and Board of Library Trustees

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a request to continue the Moffett Park Specific Plan hearing to June 12, 2023. The proposed plan includes an Environmental Impact Report, General Plan amendments, and new zoning districts.

• Moffett Park Specific Plan (File number: 2018-7715)
• Proposed amendment to Fiscal Year 2022/23 Master Fee Schedule for MPSP fees
• Proposed ordinance to repeal and re-adopt Sunnyvale Municipal Code Chapter 19.29
• Proposed addition of SMC Chapter 3.56 regarding MPSP Transportation Impact Fee

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the April 24, 2023 meeting. The commission also voted to continue the public hearing regarding the Moffett Park Specific Plan (MPSP) to June 12, 2023.

• Approved Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of April 24, 2023 (6-0-1)
• Continued discussion on Moffett Park Specific Plan (Item 23-0577) to June 12, 2023 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special study session to conduct interviews for various boards and commissions. The agenda does not specify which particular positions or candidates are being reviewed.

• Board and Commission Interviews (23-0045A)

The City Council held a special study session to interview applicants for various city boards and commissions. No formal appointments or votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Interviewed applicants for Planning Commission, Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission, Arts Commission, Human Relations Commission, Sustainability Commission, and Parks and Recreation Commission

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Commission will consider a permit to remove 148 Crescent Avenue from the Heritage Resource Inventory. The proposal includes an 18-unit townhouse development and exterior improvements at 156 Crescent Avenue.

• Removal of 148 Crescent Avenue from the Heritage Resource Inventory
• Proposed 18-unit townhouse development at 148 and 156 Crescent Avenue
• Exterior improvements for 156 Crescent Avenue
• Approval of April 5, 2023, meeting minutes

The Commission approved a Resource Alteration Permit to remove 148 Crescent Avenue from the Heritage Resource Inventory and allow an 18-unit townhouse development, with a condition requiring a historical plaque honoring the site's agricultural heritage. The vote was 6-0. The townhouse design itself will be reviewed by the Planning Commission on May 22, 2023.

• Approved Resource Alteration Permit to remove 148 Crescent Avenue from Heritage Resource Inventory (6-0)
• Added condition requiring a historical plaque honoring the site's agricultural heritage prior to final occupancy
• Friendly amendment to preserve the mural was proposed but not accepted; commissioner rescinded it

City Council

The Council will meet in closed session regarding litigation and labor negotiations before a regular meeting. Public business includes reviewing the 2023 HUD Action Plan, downtown business assessments, and stormwater management updates.

• Contract award to Pavement Coatings Co. for $1,376,491.10
• Acceptance of Google LLC's $126,000 donation for Borregas Avenue crosswalk improvements
• Public hearing for the Downtown Sunnyvale Business Improvement District annual assessment
• Review of the 2023 Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Action Plan
• Introduction of an ordinance to repeal and re-adopt Stormwater Management code

Board of Library Trustees

The regular meeting of the Sunnyvale Board of Library Trustees scheduled for Monday, May 1, 2023, has been canceled. The next special meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 11, 2023.

Planning Commission

The Special Meeting study session and the Regular Meeting public hearing scheduled for May 1, 2023, have been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for May 8, 2023, at 7:00 PM.

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will consider 16 design proposals for The Great Box Cover-Up! utility box art project. The commission will also recommend three icon concepts and a location map to the City Council. Additionally, the meeting includes a presentation and approval of February 2023 meeting minutes.

• 16 design proposals for The Great Box Cover-Up! (Utility Box Art Project-Phase 2)
• Recommendation of three icon concepts and a location map to City Council
• Approval of the February 15, 2023, meeting minutes
• Hands on the Arts Presentation

The Arts Commission recommended that City Council approve 16 design proposals for Phase 2 of The Great Box Cover-Up utility box project. The Commission also recommended three icon concepts—fruit basket, sun, and fruit—and a location map for the Sunnyvale Icons Project.

• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended City Council approve 16 design proposals for The Great Box Cover-Up! (4-0)
• Recommended fruit basket, sun, and fruit icon concepts and location map to City Council (4-0)

Housing and Human Services Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 26, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 24, 2023.

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will consider a use permit for Dish Wireless to colocate on an existing tree monopole facility. The project involves installing three antennas, six RRUs, and a new 9-foot-tall fence.

• Use Permit for telecommunication carrier colocation at 450 N. Sunnyvale Ave.
• Installation of three antennas and six RRUs
• Addition of a new 9-foot-tall fence

The Zoning Administrator approved a Use Permit for Dish Wireless to colocate equipment on an existing monopole. The project includes adding antennas, RRUs, a ground facility, and a 9-foot fence at 450 N. Sunnyvale Ave.

• Approved Use Permit for Dish Wireless colocation at 450 N. Sunnyvale Ave. with conditions in Attachment 3

City Council

The Council will hold a study session on equity training followed by a regular meeting. Key items include introducing an ordinance for a Residential Tenant Protections Program and considering several public works contracts.

• Introduction of Residential Tenant Protections Program ordinance
• Purchase agreement with Reed & Graham, Inc. for $1,535,000
• Contract with Storm Water Inspection & Maintenance Services Inc. for $473,412
• Change order for C. Overaa & Co. in the amount of $5,100,000
• Budget modification of $5,200,000

The City Council approved an ordinance to create a Residential Tenant Protections Program with specific directives to study further protections for elderly and vulnerable tenants. The Council also approved several public works contracts and a resolution opposing a state tax initiative.

• Introduced Residential Tenant Protections Ordinance (7-0)
• Approved $1.535M purchase agreement with Reed & Graham, Inc. for asphaltic materials (7-0)
• Approved $473,412 agreement with Storm Water Inspection & Maintenance Services Inc. for trash capture devices (7-0)
• Authorized $5.1M change order for C. Overaa & Co. and $5.2M budget modification for treatment facility (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for South Hill Slope Repair project (7-0)
• Approved Wi-Fi installation for Community Center Grounds Renovation Project (7-0)
• Adopted resolution to oppose Initiative 21-0042A1 (7-0)
• Added Homeless Services Manager classification to the City's Salary Resolution (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a request to continue the public hearing for the Moffett Park Specific Plan to May 8, 2023. The proposal includes recommendations for the City Council regarding environmental certification, general plan amendments, and new zoning districts. A study session will also review draft staff-recommended modifications to the plan.

• Request to continue Moffett Park Specific Plan hearing to May 8, 2023
• Proposed amendment to Fiscal Year 2022/23 Master Fee Schedule for MPSP fees
• Proposed ordinance to repeal and re-adopt Sunnyvale Municipal Code Chapter 19.29
• Proposed creation of new zoning districts including Activity Center, Residential, and Mixed Use
• Study session regarding draft staff-recommended modifications to the MPSP

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss TDA funding and review a recent Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) meeting. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and several information-only reports.

• Approval of March 16, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion of TDA Funding
• Report on recent Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) BPAC meeting
• BPAC 2023 Annual Work Plan report
• Active Items List April 2023

The commission reviewed 18 potential bicycle and pedestrian projects for FY 2023/24 Transportation Development Act (TDA) funding. No motions were made during the discussion; the commission will make a project recommendation at the May meeting.

• Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)

Housing and Human Services Commission

The Commission will meet to consider the draft 2023 Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Action Plan for City Council recommendation. Members will also receive comments regarding proposed amendments to several chapters of the Sunnyvale General Plan.

• Approval of the March 22, 2023, meeting minutes
• Consideration of the draft 2023 HUD Action Plan
• Comments on General Plan amendments regarding Environmental Justice, Safety and Noise, and Air Quality
• Review of proposed study issues for calendar year 2024

The Commission voted to recommend that the City Council approve the 2023 Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Action Plan. Members also provided feedback on draft General Plan amendments regarding environmental justice, safety, and air quality. No formal action was taken on the General Plan amendments.

• Approved 2023 HUD Action Plan recommendation to City Council (5-0)
• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (4-0-1)

Arts Commission

The regular meeting of the Arts Commission scheduled for April 19, 2023, has been canceled. The next special meeting is scheduled for April 29, 2023, at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will consider an appeal regarding disciplinary action taken against a City of Sunnyvale employee, case 23-0467. The board will also convene in a closed session to discuss public employee discipline.

• Appeal of Disciplinary Action by City of Sunnyvale Employee (Case 23-0467)
• Closed Session regarding Public Employee Discipline

The Personnel Board held a continued hearing regarding an employee's appeal of disciplinary action. After hearing final witness testimony and closing statements, the board met in closed session to determine findings. A full decision was scheduled to be sent via email on April 19, 2023.

• Concluded appeal hearing for Agenda Item 23-0467
• Met in closed session to determine findings for employee disciplinary appeal

Sustainability Commission

The Commission will receive comments regarding proposed amendments to the Sunnyvale General Plan. These updates involve chapters related to Environmental Justice, Safety and Noise, and Air Quality.

• Comments on Draft General Plan Amendments (Environmental Justice, Safety and Noise, and Air Quality)
• Approval of March 20, 2023, meeting minutes
• Updated Annual Work Plan April 2023

The Commission held a study session to provide feedback on draft amendments to the Sunnyvale General Plan regarding environmental justice, safety, noise, and air quality. No formal action was taken on the draft plan, as commissioners were asked to provide feedback by April 26.

• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review a field/facility usage report and consider potential study issues. The commission will also vote to approve the meeting minutes from February 8, 2023.

• Field/Facility Usage Report (23-0399A)
• Approval of February 8, 2023, meeting minutes (23-04011)
• Consideration of potential study issues
• Proposed Study Issues for Calendar Year 2024 (23-04022)

The Commission approved the meeting minutes from February 8, 2023. Other business included a staff presentation on field and facility usage and public comments regarding artificial turf and recreational street closures.

• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The City of Sunnyvale has canceled the Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for April 12, 2023. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for April 26, 2023.

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a study session regarding condominium projects at Old San Francisco Road and Crescent Avenue. The regular meeting includes a recommendation for a new Residential Tenant Protections Program and design review for a home addition on S. Murphy Ave.

• Proposed eight-unit condominium project at 444 Old San Francisco Road
• Proposed 18-unit condominium project at 148 and 156 Crescent Avenue
• Recommendation for a Residential Tenant Protections Ordinance to the City Council
• Design review and variance for a home addition at 404 S. Murphy Ave.
• 2024 study issue regarding Dark Sky Ordinance for Private Residences

The Planning Commission recommended a Residential Tenant Protections Ordinance to City Council with modifications regarding Spanish language access and relocation assistance waivers. The commission also approved a home addition and variance at 404 S. Murphy Ave and sponsored a study issue for a citywide Dark Sky Ordinance for private property.

• Recommended Residential Tenant Protections Ordinance to City Council with modifications (6-1)
• Denied exemption for owner-occupied duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes from tenant protections (2-5)
• Approved Design Review and Variance for home addition at 404 S. Murphy Ave (7-0)
• Sponsored study issue to expand Dark Sky Ordinance to all private property (7-0)
• Approved Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of March 27, 2023 (6-0, 1 abstention)

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will consider a resource alteration permit for a single-family home in the Taaffe-Frances Heritage Housing District. The project involves constructing an 819 square foot second-story addition to an existing one-story residence.

• Resource Alteration Permit: 819 square foot second-story addition at 567 South Frances Street
• Approval of the Draft Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes from February 1, 2023

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved a Resource Alteration Permit for a second-story addition to a single-family home in the Taaffe-Frances Heritage Housing District. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from February 1, 2023.

• Approved Resource Alteration Permit for 819 sq ft addition at 567 South Frances Street (5-0)
• Approved February 1, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special closed session regarding litigation and labor negotiations before a regular meeting. The regular session includes discussions on a water pollution control plant contract, pavement management grants, and the Downtown Business Improvement District.

• Contract award to Hazen and Sawyer for Water Pollution Control Plant Master Plan Update up to $7,401,597
• Budget modification of $18,300 for Citywide Pavement Condition Assessment grant funds
• Reauthorization of the Downtown Sunnyvale Business Improvement District (BID) for Fiscal Year 2023/24
• Ordinance No. 3212-23 amending Title 16 and Title 19 of the Sunnyvale Municipal Code
• Ratification of a local emergency proclamation regarding March 2023 winter storms

The City Council approved a contract for the Water Pollution Control Plant Master Plan Update and Cogeneration Upgrade Design. The council also authorized the City Attorney to join national opioid litigation and ratified a local emergency proclamation for March 2023 winter storms.

• Awarded contract to Hazen and Sawyer for Water Pollution Control Plant updates not-to-exceed $7,401,597 (7-0)
• Authorized City Attorney to opt in to National Prescription Opiate Litigation (6-1)
• Ratified City Manager's Proclamation of a Local Emergency for March 2023 Winter Storms (7-0)
• Approved $18,300 budget modification and grant funds for Citywide Pavement Condition Assessment (7-0)
• Reauthorized Downtown Sunnyvale Business Improvement District for Fiscal Year 2023/24 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3212-23 amending building and zoning codes regarding Board of Building Code Appeals and Chief Building Official (7-0)
• Reinstated pilot process for City Council Colleague Memorandums with a Jan. 31, 2024 sunset (7-0)
• Ratified appointment of Councilmember Murali Srinivasan as proxy to Santa Clara County Airport Land Use Commission (7-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will hold a meeting featuring several presentations. The agenda includes discussions regarding early learning initiatives and National Library Week.

• Presentation: Early Learning Initiatives
• Presentation: National Library Week
• Presentation: Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library Update
• Approval of February 6, 2023, meeting minutes

The Board approved the meeting minutes from February 6, 2023. The meeting included presentations on early learning initiatives, National Library Week, and the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library.

• Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0-1)

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board special meeting scheduled for March 27, 2023, was adjourned and continued to the March 28, 2023, meeting.

The Personnel Board held a continued special meeting regarding an appeal of disciplinary action by a City of Sunnyvale employee. The board heard testimony from three city witnesses and four witnesses for the appellant. No final decision was reached, and the meeting was adjourned to continue on April 18, 2023.

• Continued appeal hearing for Agenda Item 23-0467 to April 18, 2023

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session regarding objective design standards for multi-family residential and mixed-use developments. Staff will also present updates on the Village Center Master Plan, which covers seven designated centers throughout the city. Additionally, the commission will consider approving meeting minutes from February 27, 2023.

• Objective design standards for multi-family residential and mixed-use development (23-0477)
• Village Center Master Plan updates for seven designated centers (23-0476)
• Approval of February 27, 2023 meeting minutes (23-0473)

The Planning Commission held a study session regarding design standards and the Village Center Master Plan. During the public meeting, the commission approved the minutes from the February 27, 2023, meeting.

• Approved Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of February 27, 2023 (6-0)

Personnel Board

The Sunnyvale Personnel Board will meet to review an appeal regarding a city employee's disciplinary action. The board also intends to approve the minutes from the February 12, 2020, meeting. A closed session will be held to discuss public employee discipline.

• Appeal of disciplinary action by a City of Sunnyvale employee (Item 23-04672)
• Approval of the February 12, 2020, Personnel Board meeting minutes

The Personnel Board approved the meeting minutes from February 12, 2020. A disciplinary action appeal hearing was held, but the board continued the meeting to March 28, 2023, before reaching a decision.

• Approved February 12, 2020 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Continued appeal of disciplinary action hearing to March 28, 2023

Housing and Human Services Commission

The Commission will consider recommendations for a new Residential Tenant Protections Ordinance. They will also review the Moffett Park Specific Plan Amendments and funding for human services grants.

• Recommendation for a Residential Tenant Protections Ordinance
• Approval of Moffett Park Specific Plan Amendments
• Funding recommendations for FY 2023/24 and FY 2024/25 human services grants
• CDBG and HOME funding recommendations for FY 2023/24

The Commission approved a recommendation for a tenant protections ordinance limiting relocation assistance to one month for lease-named tenants. It also recommended approval of the Moffett Park Specific Plan and approved funding for various human services grants.

• Approved February 22, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Alternative 1 for FY 2023/24 and FY 2024/25 Human Services Grants and CDBG/HOME funding (6-0)
• Recommended Residential Tenant Protections Ordinance to City Council with relocation assistance limited to one month for those named on the lease (6-0)
• Recommended Alternative 1 to approve the Moffett Park Specific Plan as proposed (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet for a closed session regarding labor negotiations before moving to public business. The agenda includes several contract awards for electrical work and engineering, as well as discussions on housing progress and trail alignments.

• Contract award to Bear Electrical Solutions, Inc. for a new traffic signal at Wolfe Road and Dartshire Way
• Contract award to Sposeto Engineering, Inc. for East Sunnyvale Area Sense of Place Re-Bid
• Approval of the 2022 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
• Confirmation of preferred alignment for the Stevens Creek Trail segment from Remington Drive to Fremont Avenue
• Resolution to amend the classification plan to add Senior Legal Secretary

City Council approved the preferred alignment for the Stevens Creek Trail extension and dissolved the Board of Building Code Appeals. The Council also awarded two public works contracts and approved housing progress reports and allocation plans.

• Approved Stevens Creek Trail alignment from Remington Drive to Fremont Avenue (7-0)
• Dissolved the Board of Building Code Appeals and designated City Council as the Local Appeals Board (7-0)
• Awarded $910,190.40 contract to Bear Electrical Solutions, Inc. for a new traffic signal (7-0)
• Awarded $2,899,710 contract to Sposeto Engineering, Inc. for East Sunnyvale Area Sense of Place (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Housing Element Annual Progress Report (7-0)
• Approved HOME ARP Allocation Plan and 2021 Action Plan amendment (7-0)
• Approved Local Plan Modification for NOVA and Regional Plan Modification for Bay-Peninsula (7-0)
• Amended Classification Plan to add Senior Legal Secretary position (7-0)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will discuss a recommendation regarding the Moffett Park Specific Plan Amendments. The agenda also includes an update on Silicon Valley Clean Energy programs and a proposal to add a member to the Speaker Series Subcommittee.

• Moffett Park Specific Plan Amendments recommendation (File #: 2022-7673)
• Addition of a member to the Sustainability Speaker Series Subcommittee
• Silicon Valley Clean Energy Programs update
• Approval of February 20, 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission voted to recommend that the City Council approve the Moffett Park Specific Plan as proposed. The body also updated its Speaker Series Subcommittee membership and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Recommended City Council approve the Moffett Park Specific Plan (7-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Besser to the Sustainability Speaker Series Subcommittee and removed Commissioner Wang (7-0)
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0-2)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The commission will consider recommendations to the City Council regarding the Bernardo Avenue Undercrossing Project and Moffett Park Specific Plan Amendments. The meeting also includes a discussion on design concepts for a 2023 utility bill insert.

• Recommend Eastern Alignment for the Bernardo Avenue Undercrossing Project
• Recommend approval of Moffett Park Specific Plan Amendments
• Discussion on design concepts for the 2023 utility bill insert
• Report and discussion of recent VTA Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting

The commission recommended the Eastern Alignment for the Bernardo Avenue Undercrossing Project and approved the Moffett Park Specific Plan with modifications. Additionally, the body selected two design concepts for the 2023 utility bill insert regarding pedestrian crossing and bicyclist safety.

• Approved February 16, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended Eastern Alignment for Bernardo Avenue Undercrossing Project (5-0)
• Recommended Moffett Park Specific Plan Alternative 2 with BPAC modifications (5-0)
• Selected Mid Block Crossing Concept for utility bill insert (5-0)
• Approved Concept #2- 3-Feet Safety Distance for utility bill insert (5-0)

Arts Commission

The regular meeting of the Arts Commission scheduled for March 15, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 19, 2023.

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for March 15, 2023, has been canceled. The next hearing is tentatively scheduled for March 29, 2023, at 3:00 PM. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting tentatively scheduled for March 29, 2023

City Council

The City Council will hold several sessions including a closed session for labor negotiations and a study session on the Housing Element. The regular meeting includes discussions on zoning amendments, park development contracts, and a Peery Park plan review.

• Labor negotiations with Sunnyvale Managers Association
• Budget modification to appropriate $139,012.37 for DPS BSCC Officer Wellness Grant
• Contract award to Callander Associates for Corn Palace Park Development up to $479,482
• Zoning ordinance amendment regarding non-conforming residential buildings
• Peery Park plan review for 675 Almanor Avenue

The City Council approved a design services contract for the Corn Palace Park Development Project and modified the Community Benefits Program for a Peery Park office development. The council also adopted a zoning ordinance regarding non-conforming residential buildings and appointed members to several city commissions.

• Awarded $479,482 design contract for Corn Palace Park Development Project to Callander Associates (7-0)
• Approved modification to Peery Park Specific Plan Review Permit and Community Benefits Program (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3211-23 amending zoning for non-conforming residential buildings (7-0)
• Appropriated $139,012.37 in BSCC Officer Wellness Grant Funds for a new project (7-0)
• Appointed Sharlene Liu to Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (7-0-0)
• Appointed Meena Juttukonda to Board of Library Trustees for term ending 6/30/2024 (7-0)
• Appointed Sue-Ellen Johnson to Heritage Preservation Commission (7-0-0)
• Appointed Kathryn Besser to Sustainability Commission (7-0-0)

Planning Commission

The Special Meeting study session and the Regular Meeting public hearing scheduled for March 13, 2023, have been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for March 27, 2023, at 6:00 PM.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for March 8, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 12, 2023.

Board of Library Trustees

The regular meeting of the Board of Library Trustees scheduled for Monday, March 6, 2023, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 3, 2023.

Heritage Preservation Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for March 1, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 5, 2023.

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings for two residential property requests. One item involves a use permit for a front yard fence, while the other addresses a variance to legalize an existing accessory structure.

• Use permit for a 7-foot 5-inch tall fence at 1152 Snowberry Court
• Variance to legalize a 189 square foot accessory structure at 424 Bryan Avenue

The Zoning Administrator approved a use permit for a 7-foot 5-inch fence at 1152 Snowberry Court. A variance request to legalize an existing 189 square foot accessory structure at 424 Bryan Avenue was denied.

• Approved Use Permit for 7-foot 5-inch fence at 1152 Snowberry Court
• Denied Variance Permit for accessory structure at 424 Bryan Avenue

City Council

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss the San Francisco Baykeeper v. City of Sunnyvale litigation. The meeting also includes a study session for board and commission interviews.

• Closed session regarding San Francisco Baykeeper v. City of Sunnyvale litigation
• Board and Commission Interviews

The City Council held a closed session regarding existing litigation with no reported outcomes. In a subsequent study session, the Council interviewed three applicants for vacancies on city boards and commissions.

• Closed session regarding San Francisco Baykeeper v. City of Sunnyvale: nothing to report
• Interviewed Sharlene Liu for Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
• Interviewed Kathryn Besser for Sustainability Commission
• Interviewed Meena Juttukonda for Board of Library Trustees

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session regarding two proposed seven-story mixed-use projects at 1154 and 1170 Sonora Court. These projects involve demolishing existing office buildings to construct new rental residential units and office space. The commission will also consider a design review for a home addition and JADU conversion on Bluebonnet Drive.

• Proposed mixed-use development at 1154 Sonora Court with 172 rental units
• Proposed mixed-use development at 1170 Sonora Court with 105 rental units
• Design review for a home addition and JADU conversion at 932 Bluebonnet Drive

Housing and Human Services Commission

The Commission will review a draft allocation plan for the HOME American Rescue Plan and an amendment to the 2021 HUD Action Plan. The meeting also includes presentations on CDBG and General Fund human services funding proposals.

• Draft HOME American Rescue Plan (ARP) Allocation Plan
• CDBG and General Fund Human Services and CDBG/HOME Capital Project Funding Proposals
• 2021 HUD Action Plan substantial amendment
• Housing Element Update

The Commission recommended that the City Council approve the HOME American Rescue Plan (ARP) Allocation Plan and a substantial amendment to the 2021 HUD Action Plan. The meeting also included presentations from 17 organizations applying for human services and capital project funding.

• Recommended to Council approval of HOME-ARP Allocation Plan and 2021 Action Plan amendment (7-0)
• Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will review a presentation regarding policy opportunities for improving air quality in the city. The commission will also consider potential study issues and receive an updated annual work plan report.

• Presentation on air quality policy opportunities
• Approval of January 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Updated February 2023 Annual Work Plan report
• Consideration of potential study issues

The commission approved the meeting minutes from January 17, 2023. Members also received a presentation on air quality policy opportunities in Sunnyvale.

• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a special workshop to review the fiscal outlook and the budget proposals process. The session includes a discussion on setting priorities for study issues and determining next steps.

• Fiscal outlook presentation
• Review and discussion of study issues and budget proposals
• Priority setting for budget proposals

The City Council held a workshop to rank, defer, or drop various departmental study issues. Council also referred three budget proposals for further action. Several projects regarding dog parks, electric vehicle fleet planning, and specific road redesigns were dropped.

• Referred Budget Proposal 2023-01 to increase tree pruning contract (7-0)
• Referred Budget Proposal 2023-03 for short-term rental ordinance enforcement (7-0)
• Referred Budget Proposal 2023-02 for bicycle and pedestrian collision pilot (7-0)
• Dropped study issue DPW 23-04 regarding a public fenced dog park (7-0)
• Dropped study issue DPW 22-01 for electric vehicle fleet planning (7-0)
• Dropped study issue FIN 22-01 for a bicycle/pedestrian infrastructure ballot measure (7-0)
• Deferred study issue OCM 21-04 on City Council campaign contributions (7-0)
• Combined study issues CDD 23-03 and CDD 23-01 regarding housing fees and requirements (5-2)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The commission will consider recommending Alternative 1 for the Stevens Creek Trail alignment from Remington Drive to Fremont Avenue. The meeting also includes a progress update on the Climate Action Playbook and discussions regarding design concepts for a 2023 utility bill insert.

• Recommendation of preferred alignment for Stevens Creek Trail (Remington Drive to Fremont Avenue)
• Climate Action Playbook progress update
• Discussion on design concepts for 2023 Utility Bill Insert
• Discussion on projects for Transportation Development Act (TDA) Article 3 Application

The commission recommended a preferred alignment for the Stevens Creek Trail from Remington Drive to Fremont Avenue, specifying that Segment 3 must end at the southeast corner of Fremont Avenue. The body also approved amended meeting minutes from January 19, 2023.

• Recommended Stevens Creek Trail alignment from Remington Drive to Fremont Avenue to City Council (5-0)
• Required Segment 3 of Stevens Creek Trail to end at the southeast corner of Fremont Avenue (5-0)
• Approved amended January 19, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a community meeting regarding the 800 Carlisle Way Well and Water Tank Project. The session focuses on the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) scoping process.

• EIR Scoping Meeting for the 800 Carlisle Way Well and Water Tank Project

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will meet to finalize project and plans for the Hands on the Arts Festival. The commission will also review proposed study issues for 2024 and approve meeting minutes from January 18, 2023.

• Finalizing plans for the Hands on the Arts Festival (23-03252)
• Approval of January 18, 2023 meeting minutes (23-03271)
• Review of proposed study issues for 2024 (23-03283)

The Arts Commission approved the January 18, 2023 meeting minutes. The commission also ranked five art projects for the Hands on the Arts Festival, which is combined with Culture Fest this year.

• Approved January 18, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adopted ranking of art projects for Hands on the Arts Festival (4-0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for February 15, 2023, was canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for March 1, 2023.

• No items listed due to cancellation

City Council

The City Council will consider a major construction contract for the Water Pollution Control Plant Rehabilitation Project. The agenda also includes a proposed development amendment for residential and office space on South Mathilda Avenue. Other items include street conversions and zoning updates.

• $64,390,000 contract award to Walsh Construction Company II, LLC for water plant rehabilitation
• Specific Plan amendment for residential and office development at 510-568 S. Mathilda Avenue
• $327,005 contract for ADA curb retrofits with Spencon Construction, Inc.
• Resolution to convert Booker Avenue between Mathilda Avenue and Aries Way to a one-way street
• Ordinance amending zoning for auto sales or rental in ECR-MU districts

The City Council awarded a construction contract for the Water Pollution Control Plant Rehabilitation Project and approved amendments to the Downtown Specific Plan to allow more residential and office space. The Council also updated zoning for auto sales on El Camino Real and approved several salary adjustments.

• Awarded $64,390,000 contract to Walsh Construction Company II, LLC for Water Pollution Control Plant Rehabilitation (7-0)
• Approved Budget Modification No. 13 of $25,959,709 for Water Pollution Control Plant project (7-0)
• Approved General Plan and Downtown Specific Plan amendments for Block 20 to allow additional residential and office units (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3210-23 amending zoning for auto sales or rental in ECR-MU districts (6-0)
• Awarded $327,005 contract to Spencon Construction, Inc. for ADA Curb Retrofits (Approved via Consent Calendar)
• Approved conversion of Booker Avenue between Mathilda Avenue and Aries Way to a one-way street (Approved via Consent Calendar)
• Approved salary range increase for the Director of NOVA Workforce Services (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials (Approved via Consent Calendar)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a recommendation to the City Council to abolish the Board of Building Code Appeals and amend building regulations. The agenda also includes a proposed modification to the Peery Park Community Benefits Program. Additionally, the commission will review a design request for an arbor structure on Cordilleras Avenue.

• Recommendation to abolish the Board of Building Code Appeals and amend municipal code
• Proposed modification to the Peery Park Community Benefits Program at 675 Almanor Avenue
• Design review for a 504 square foot arbor structure at 1372 Cordilleras Avenue
• Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from February 6, 2023

The Planning Commission approved a design review and use permit for a residential arbor structure. It also forwarded recommendations to the City Council to abolish the Board of Building Code Appeals and modify the Community Benefits Program for an office development at 675 Almanor Avenue.

• Approved design review and use permit for 504 sq ft arbor at 1372 Cordilleras Avenue (6-0)
• Recommended City Council abolish the Board of Building Code Appeals (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Community Benefits Program modification for 675 Almanor Avenue (6-0)
• Approved Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of February 6, 2023 (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will conduct a review of the Park Dedication Fund. The agenda also includes approval of January 11, 2023, meeting minutes and a report on proposed study issues for 2024.

• Park Dedication Fund Review
• Approval of January 11, 2023, meeting minutes
• Proposed study issues for the 2024 calendar year

City Council

The City Council will discuss the permanent closure of the 100 block of South Murphy Avenue to create a pedestrian mall. The council will also consider extending eastbound Tasman Avenue lane closures and updating zoning for auto sales in El Camino Real districts.

• Resolution of intent to establish a pedestrian mall on the 100 block of South Murphy Avenue
• $2,574,588 contract with Van Dyk Recycling Solutions for organics handling system upgrade
• $619,304 contract with MNS Engineers, Inc. for sanitary sewer rehabilitation
• Ordinance to allow auto sales or rental in El Camino Real ECR-MU zoning districts
• Extension of eastbound Tasman Avenue lane closure until June 30, 2023

The City Council approved the intent to establish a pedestrian mall on the 100 block of South Murphy Avenue and extended the temporary closure of eastbound Tasman Avenue. The Council also approved several infrastructure contracts and modified zoning for auto sales in the El Camino Real Specific Plan.

• Approved intent to establish pedestrian mall on 100 Block of South Murphy Avenue (7-0)
• Extended temporary eastbound Tasman Avenue lane closure until December 2024 (7-0)
• Approved ordinance to conditionally permit auto sales or rental in ECR-MU zoning districts (6-0)
• Awarded $619,304 contract to MNS Engineers, Inc. for sanitary sewer rehabilitation (7-0)
• Approved $2,574,588 agreement with Van Dyk Recycling Solutions for organics processing upgrade (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for Department of Public Safety Community Center Renovations (7-0)
• Extended local emergency declaration for COVID-19 through February 28, 2023 (7-0)
• Affirmed Resolution No. 1089-21 to continue virtual public meetings (7-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will consider approving the 2023 Master Work Plan and discussing special meeting dates. The agenda also includes presentations regarding sustainability initiatives and Silicon Valley Reads.

• Approval of 2023 Master Work Plan (23-0153)
• Presentation on Sustainability Initiatives (23-0250)
• Presentation on Silicon Valley Reads (23-0249)
• Approval of December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (23-0154)

The Board of Library Trustees approved the 2023 Master Work Plan and the meeting minutes from December 7, 2022. Staff provided presentations on Silicon Valley Reads and sustainability initiatives for the Library of Things.

• Approved 2023 Master Work Plan (5-0)
• Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider amendments to the Downtown Specific Plan and General Plan. The proposal would allow additional residential units and office square footage at 510, 528, 562, and 568 S. Mathilda Avenue. The commission is also reviewing a recommendation to rescind a previous decision regarding environmental impact report addendums.

• Specific Plan Amendment for Block 20 of Downtown Specific Plan
• General Plan Amendment for Land Use and Transportation Element
• Approval of January 23, 2023, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted to recommend that City Council approve amendments to the General Plan and Downtown Specific Plan for properties on S. Mathilda Avenue. These changes would allow for additional residential units and office square footage in the Block 20 area.

• Approved Planning Commission meeting minutes from January 23, 2023 (7-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt General Plan and Downtown Specific Plan amendments for Block 20 (7-0)

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Commission will consider a landmark alteration permit to renovate 7,025 square feet of office and manufacturing space at 401 Hendy Avenue. The project includes exterior alterations to the existing site. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from January 11, 2023.

• Landmark alteration permit for 7,025 square feet of renovation at 401 Hendy Avenue
• Approval of January 11, 2023, meeting minutes

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved a permit to renovate 7,025 square feet of office and manufacturing space at 401 Hendy Avenue. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from January 11, 2023, with one amendment.

• Approved Landmark Alteration Permit for Northrop Grumman at 401 Hendy Avenue (4-0)
• Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special workshop regarding the Moffett Park Specific Plan. The session focuses on the prioritization of community benefits.

• Moffett Park Specific Plan - Community Benefits Prioritization Workshop

The City Council conducted a workshop regarding the Moffett Park Specific Plan - Community Benefits Prioritization. Staff provided a report and presentation, and members of the public offered input on priorities such as schools, open space, and affordable housing. No formal decisions were made during this session.

City Council

The Sunnyvale City Council will hold a special meeting for a strategic workshop. The agenda focuses on an update regarding council priorities and discussions of strategic topics.

• Council Priorities Update
• Strategic Topics Discussion
• Discussion on Council Priorities

The City Council held a strategic workshop to review fiscal reports, staffing, and strategic focus areas. The Council unanimously approved a list of six policy priorities for 2023.

• Approved 2023 Council Policy Priorities: Civic Center Campus Modernization, Infrastructure support for development and traffic, Accelerating Climate Action/Active Transportation Plan/Vision Zero Plan, Support for the Unhoused Community, Downtown Sunnyvale, and Equity, Access and Inclusion (7-0)

Housing and Human Services Commission

The Commission will review and rank study issues for 2023. The agenda also includes a housing element update and the consideration of potential study issues. Additionally, members will consider approving meeting minutes from December 14, 2022.

• Review and rank 2023 Study Issues
• Housing Element Update
• Consideration of potential study issues
• Approval of December 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Proposed 2024 study issues report

The Housing and Human Services Commission ranked two 2023 study issues, placing the consideration of increasing inclusionary housing requirements to 20% as the top priority. The commission also approved the minutes from the December 14, 2022 meeting.

• Approved December 14, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Ranked CDD 23-01 (Increasing Inclusionary Housing Requirements to 20%) as Rank 1 (6-0)
• Ranked CDD 23-03 (Update Housing In-Lieu Fees) as Rank 2 (6-0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for January 25, 2023, was canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for February 15, 2023.

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

The City Council is holding an online workshop regarding the Sunnyvale Village Center Master Plan - North. This notice announces a special community meeting session.

• Sunnyvale Village Center Master Plan Workshop - North

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

This notice is for a special community meeting titled "Sustainability Speaker Series: From Farm to Table: Busting the Myths of our Food Systems." The event will be held via telepresence on January 25, 2023. A quorum of the City Council, Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission, and Sustainability Commission may be present.

• Sustainability Speaker Series webinar

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session on the Corporation Yard Master Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on 2023 budget proposals and potential increases to non-residential housing mitigation fees.

• $800,000 settlement agreement with the City of San José regarding Rancho Rinconada sewer service area
• Proposed increase for Office/R&D non-residential housing mitigation fees
• Contract award to Solitude Lake Management LLC for pond maintenance up to $419,916
• $109,538.76 amendment for twelve Interceptor Service Vehicles
• Grant agreement with Second Harvest of Silicon Valley for $47,569.86

The City Council approved a new fee schedule for non-residential housing mitigation, specifically increasing fees for Office/R&D development. The council also rescinded previous actions regarding the Downtown Specific Plan and approved several grant agreements and contracts.

• Approved Housing Impact Fee for Office/R&D development at $11/sq ft for first 25,000 sq ft and $22/sq ft thereafter (7-0)
• Rescinded January 10, 2023 actions regarding Downtown Specific Plan and General Plan amendments (6-0, 1 recused)
• Approved $800,000 settlement agreement with City of San José regarding Rancho Rinconada Sewer Service Area (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Community Events and Neighborhood Grant Program applications (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Priority Advocacy Issues and Long-term Legislative Advocacy Positions (7-0)
• Awarded $419,916 contract to Solitude Lake Management LLC for water pollution plant pond maintenance (7-0)
• Authorized $47,569.86 grant agreement with Second Harvest of Silicon Valley (7-0)
• Approved $109,538.76 purchase order amendment for 12 Department of Public Safety vehicles (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a recommendation to allow auto sales or rental in El Camino Real (ECR-MU) zoning districts. The commission will also accept public comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Moffett Park Specific Plan Update. A scheduled study session was canceled.

• Recommendation to permit auto sales or rental in ECR-MU zoning districts
• Public hearing for comments on the Moffett Park Specific Plan Update Draft EIR
• Approval of January 9, 2023, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted to recommend a municipal code amendment to the City Council that would conditionally permit auto sales or rental uses on the ground floor of mixed-use developments in El Camino Real Specific Plan districts. The commission also held a public hearing regarding the Moffett Park Specific Plan Update, though no action was taken on that item.

• Recommended to City Council to conditionally permit auto sales or rental in ECR-MU zoning districts (6-0)
• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes with a revision regarding CoolSeal technology (6-0)

Council Subcommittee on Boards and Commissions

The Council Subcommittee on Boards and Commissions will discuss the draft 2023 Annual Work Plan for the Human Relations Commission. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding decorum at public meetings and the approval of minutes from an August 2, 2022, meeting.

• Draft 2023 Annual Work Plan for the Human Relations Commission (23-01652)
• Discussion regarding decorum at public meetings (23-02203)
• Approval of August 2, 2022, meeting minutes (23-02211.A)

The Subcommittee approved the preliminary 2023 Annual Work Plan for the Human Relations Commission in concept. It also decided to schedule a future City Council study session regarding the Commission's application process.

• Approved August 2, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved preliminary Human Relations Commission work plan in concept (3-0)
• Approved scheduling a future City Council study session on the Human Relations Commission application process (3-0)
• Required City Council approval for the Commission's finalized event calendar (3-0)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss the ranking of study issues for 2023 and review a report from a recent Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority meeting. The agenda also includes a review of the draft 2023 Annual Work Plan.

• Ranking of 2023 Study Issues (23-02142)
• Report on recent VTA BPAC meeting (23-02153)
• Review of BPAC 2023 Draft Annual Work Plan (23-0216)
• Approval of November 17, 2022, meeting minutes

The Commission established the priority ranking for 2023 study issues, placing bike lanes on Hollenbeck Avenue as the first priority. Several other study issues were either dropped or deferred. The Commission also approved the meeting minutes from November 17, 2022.

• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Ranked #1: Bike Lanes on Hollenbeck Avenue between El Camino Real and Homestead Road (6-0)
• Ranked #2: General Election Ballot Measure to Fund Bicycle and Pedestrian Infrastructure Projects (6-0)
• Ranked #3: Develop a Safe Routes to Parks Master Plan (6-0)
• Dropped DPW 22-02 Simplify Sidewalk Riding Ordinance (6-0)
• Dropped CDD 22-04 Adopt Personal Electric Vehicle Parking Standards (4-2)
• Deferred DPW 23-03 Develop Bicycle Wayfinding Signage Plan (5-1)
• Denied motion to defer DPW 23-02 Develop a Safe Routes to Park Master Plan (4-1, 1 abstain)

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will rank 2023 study issues and review the scope of the Hands on the Arts Festival. The commission will also approve meeting minutes from November 16, 2022, and receive a report on proposed study issues for 2024.

• Presentation on Hands on the Arts Festival (Scope) 23-0203A
• Ranking of 2023 Study Issues (23-01912)
• Approval of November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (23-01921)
• Report on proposed 2024 study issues (23-01933)

The Commission approved the ranking of study issues for 2023, prioritizing the exploration of public art requirements for high-density residential developments. The body also approved the meeting minutes from November 16, 2022, and discussed scoping for the Hands on the Arts Festival.

• Approved ranking of study issue CDD 23-04 regarding public art requirements for high-density residential developments (5-0)
• Approved Arts Commission Meeting Minutes of November 16, 2022 (5-0)

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

The City Council and Planning Commission will hold an online workshop regarding the Sunnyvale Village Center Master Plan - South. This special meeting is scheduled for January 18, 2023.

• Workshop: Sunnyvale Village Center Master Plan - South

Sustainability Commission

The Sunnyvale Sustainability Commission is meeting to rank potential study issues for 2023. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from December 19, 2022, and a report on the updated Annual Work Plan.

• Ranking of 2023 study issues (23-0196)
• Approval of December 19, 2022 meeting minutes (23-0198)
• Updated January 2023 Annual Work Plan (23-0197)

The Commission approved a consolidated ranking of seven study issues to guide their 2023 priorities. A motion to defer study issue DPW 22-01 was denied. The Commission also approved the meeting minutes from December 19, 2022.

• Approved consolidated ranking of 7 study issues (6-0)
• Denied motion to defer Study Issue DPW 22-01 (1-5)
• Approved December 19, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-1)

City Council: Community Meeting Notice

A virtual community workshop will be held to discuss the Moffett Park Specific Plan. The session focuses on the Draft Plan and Environmental Impact Report.

• Moffett Park Specific Plan: Virtual Community Workshop on the Draft Plan and Environmental Impact Report

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will meet to select and rank potential study issues. The commission will also consider approving the meeting minutes from December 7, 2022.

• Selection and ranking of study issues (23-0170)
• Approval of December 7, 2022, meeting minutes (23-0171)

The Commission approved the priority ranking of three study issues for the year. The highest priority is the update and review of the Heritage Resource Inventory.

• Approved Study Issue rankings: 1. CDD 18-02 (Heritage Resource Inventory), 2. CDD 19-04 (Historical Context Statement), 3. CDD 19-06 (Visitation Programs) (6-0)
• Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-1)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will rank potential study issues for the year 2023. The meeting also includes a capital improvements project update and a report on proposed study issues for 2024.

• Ranking of 2023 Study Issues (23-01902)
• Capital Improvements Project Update (23-0136A)
• Approval of December 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of proposed 2024 study issues (23-01893)

The Commission adopted a ranked list of eight study issues for 2023, prioritizing outdoor sports programs and dog park feasibility. The body also approved the minutes from the December 14, 2022 meeting.

• Approved December 14, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted ranking of 2023 study issues (5-0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator hearing scheduled for January 11, 2023, was canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for January 25, 2023.

• Cancellation of the January 11, 2023, Zoning Administrator hearing

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to the Downtown Specific Plan to allow more residential units and office space on South Mathilda Avenue. The agenda also includes votes on new zoning ordinances regarding parking, family child care homes, and accessory dwelling units. Additionally, the council will review a $235,000 increase in legal fees for ongoing litigation.

• Specific Plan amendment for 510-568 S. Mathilda Avenue
• $235,000 increase to outside counsel agreement for Casa De Amigos v. City of Sunnyvale
• Ordinances amending parking, child care homes, and accessory dwelling units
• $28,435 budget modification for housing mitigation fee study
• Salary updates for Client Support Specialist roles

The City Council approved amendments to the General Plan and Downtown Specific Plan to allow more residential units and office space at 510, 528, 562, and 568 S. Mathilda Avenue. The Council also approved the Preferred Concept Plan for the Community Center Grounds Renovation Project.

• Approved Downtown Specific Plan and General Plan amendments for Block 20 (5-1)
• Approved Preferred Concept Plan for Community Center Grounds Renovation Project (7-0)
• Approved $28,435 budget modification for Non-Residential Housing Mitigation Fee Study (7-0)
• Approved $235,000 increase to outside counsel agreement for Casa De Amigos v. City of Sunnyvale (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 3207-23, 3208-23, and 3209-23 regarding parking, family child care homes, and accessory dwelling units (7-0)
• Approved salary increases and new classifications for Client Support Specialists (7-0)
• Affirmed Resolution No. 1089-21 to continue virtual public meetings (7-0)
• Affirmed Resolution No. 1105-22FA to continue virtual Financing Authority meetings (7-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will hold study sessions regarding mixed-use and apartment projects at 877 West Fremont Avenue and 1150-1170 Kifer Road. Members will also consider a recommendation to increase non-residential housing mitigation fees. Additionally, the commission will review a proposal for a new hotel at 1220 Oakmead Parkway.

• Mixed-use development with 110 condos and office space at 877 West Fremont Avenue
• Proposed 225-unit apartment building at 1150-1170 Kifer Road
• Recommendation to increase non-residential housing mitigation fees to $11 or $22 per square foot
• Six-story, 152-room hotel proposal at 1220 Oakmead Parkway

The Commission approved a use permit and variance for a 152-room hotel at 1220 Oakmead Parkway. It also recommended that City Council increase non-residential housing mitigation fees for office/R&D developments. Additionally, the body ranked six potential 2023 study issues for City Council consideration.

• Approved Use Permit and Variance for 152-room hotel at 1220 Oakmead Parkway (7-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Non-Residential Housing Mitigation Fee Nexus Study (7-0)
• Recommended City Council increase Office/R&D housing impact fees to $11/sq ft for first 25,000 sq ft and $22/sq ft thereafter (7-0)
• Approved Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of December 12, 2022 (6-0-1)
• Ranked 2023 Study Issues, prioritizing rezoning for non-conforming dwellings and increasing inclusionary housing requirements

City Council

The City Council will officially certify the November 8, 2022, election results for Districts 3 and 5. The meeting includes the administration of oaths for incoming councilmembers and the selection of a new Vice Mayor. Additionally, the Council will address committee assignments and the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Certification of November 8, 2022, election results for Districts 3 and 5
• Ceremonial oath of office for incoming councilmembers
• Selection of a Vice Mayor for a one-year term
• Appointment of councilmembers to intergovernmental assignments and subcommittees
• Adoption of the City Council regular meeting calendar through February 2024

The City Council certified the November 8, 2022, election results and swore in three new councilmembers. The body unanimously selected Councilmember Din as Vice Mayor for 2023 and approved various intergovernmental agency and board assignments.

• Certified November 8, 2022, election results for Districts 1 and 3 (7-0)
• Selected Councilmember Din as Vice Mayor for 2023 (unanimous)
• Appointed Alex Bonne to VTA Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Appointed Councilmembers to Board and Commission Liaison Assignments (7-0)
• Appointed Mayor Klein, Councilmember Melton, and Councilmember Mehlinger to Subcommittee on Boards and Commissions (5-2)
• Appointed Councilmember Cisneros, Councilmember Srinivasan, and Councilmember Sell to Community Event and Neighborhood Grant Distribution Subcommittee (6-1)
• Approved multiple appointments to VTA, ABAG, SVCEA, and Valley Water (various votes)
• Approved the City Council Regular Meeting Calendar through February 2024 (7-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The regular meeting of the Sunnyvale Board of Library Trustees scheduled for Monday, Jan. 2, 2023, was canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, Feb. 6, 2023.