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Agenda

1. Please scroll to the end for information about the City Council Agenda and for the Rules of Conduct of the meeting.
2. Public Comment in Person Only
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7. Accommodations
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9. THE LEVINE ACT
10. The Levine Act requires a Party in a Proceeding before the City of San José that involves any action related to their contract, license, permit, or use entitlement to disclose any campaign contributions to City elected or appointed officials totaling more than $500 within the 12 months prior to the City decision. A Participant to a Proceeding may voluntarily report a campaign contribution. For more information: https://www.sanjoseca.gov/your-government/appointees/city-clerk/levine-act/-fsiteid-1#!/
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13. How to submit written Public Comment before the City Council Meeting:
14. By email to city.clerk@sanjoseca.gov by 8:00 a.m. the day of the meeting. Those emails will be attached to the Council Item under “Letters from the Public.” Please identify the Agenda Item Number in the subject line of your email.
15. How to provide spoken Public Comment during the City Council Meeting:
16. You may speak to the City Council about any discussion item that is on the agenda, and you may also speak during Open Forum on items that are not on the agenda and are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. Please be advised that, by law, the City Council is unable to discuss or take action on issues presented during Open Forum. According to State Law (the Brown Act) items must first be noticed on the agenda before any discussion or action. Each speaker generally has two minutes to speak per item. The total amount of time allocated for public testimony for each public speakers or for an agenda item may be limited at the Mayor’s discretion, depending on the number of speakers or the length of the agenda. (California Government Code Section 54954.3; Council Policy 0-37) Fill out a Yellow Speaker’s Card and submit it to boxes at the bottom of the Chambers. Do this before the meeting or before the item is heard. This will ensure that the name on the card is called for the item(s) that you wish to address, and it will help ensure the meeting runs smoothly for all participants by calling speakers in an orderly manner. You may remain anonymous, but please fill out a card so we may call you. You can put “anonymous speaker” or “no name” on the card. When the Council reaches your item on the agenda, the Mayor will open the public hearing and call your name. Please address the Council from the podium, which is located to the left of the City Clerk’s table. To assist you in tracking your speaking time, there is a display on the podium. The green light turns on when you begin speaking; the yellow light turns on when you have 30 seconds left; and the red light turns on when your speaking time is up.
17. Call to Order and Roll Call
18. Closed Session, Call to Order in Council Chambers Open Session, Labor Negotiations Update (See Item 3.2) Adjourn to Closed Session in Council Chambers Conference Room, W133 See Separate Agenda
19. Regular Session, Council Chambers, City Hall
20. Pledge of Allegiance
21. Invocation (District 6)
22. Bay Football Club
23. Orders of the Day
24. Items recommended to be added, dropped, or deferred are usually approved under Orders of the Day unless the Council directs otherwise.
25. Adjournment Recognition
26. This meeting will be adjourned in memory of Rod Diridon Sr., who passed away on April 3, 2026. A visionary transportation leader and lifelong public servant, Mr. Diridon dedicated decades of service to advancing public transit and regional connectivity throughout Silicon Valley and the Bay Area. Widely regarded as one of the architects of modern transit in Santa Clara County, his leadership laid the foundation for projects and systems that transformed how generations of residents live, work, and travel. He leaves behind an extraordinary legacy that will continue shaping San José and the region for years to come.
27. Closed Session Report
28. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
29. Presentation of a proclamation recognizing July 4, 2026, as the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence of the United States of America, to celebrate the City of San José's integral role in our nation's history, culture, and achievements. (Casey)
30. Untitled item
31. Untitled item
32. CONSENT CALENDAR
33. Notice to the public: There will be no separate discussion of Consent Calendar items as they are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be adopted by one motion. If a member of the City Council requests discussion on a particular item, that item may be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered separately.
34. Approval of City Council Minutes.
35. Final Adoption of Ordinances.
36. Approval of Council Committee Minutes.
37. Mayor and Council Excused Absence Requests.
38. City Council Travel Reports.
39. Report from the Council Liaison to the Retirement Boards.
40. 2.7 Approval to Increase the Library Parcel Tax Rates for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
    Consent Agenda

    Adopt a resolution to increase the Library Parcel Tax rates for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 by 2.48% over the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 rates and approve the placement of the Library Parcel Tax on the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Santa Clara County Property Tax Roll. CEQA: Statutorily Exempt, File No. PP17-005 CEQA Guidelines Section 15273, Adjustment to Fees, Rates and Fares without changes to or expansion of services. (Finance/Library)

41. 2.8 Third Amendment to the Standard Consultant Agreement with CSG Advisors Incorporated for Consulting Services.
    Consent Agenda

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the Housing Director, or his designee, to negotiate and execute the Third Amendment to the Standard Consultant Agreement with CSG Advisors Incorporated, to increase compensation by $250,000, for a total maximum compensation not to exceed $1,000,000, for housing finance and development advisory and housing policy consulting services, for the term ending June 30, 2027. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Housing)

42. 2.9 Approval of Free Use of the Rotunda, Wing Meeting Rooms, Council Chambers, East Plaza, West Plaza, and South Plaza, for the 4th Annual Neighborhoods Conference.
    Consent Agenda

    Adopt a resolution authorizing “Free Use” of the Janet Gray Hayes Rotunda, Wing Meeting Rooms, Council Chambers, East Plaza, West Plaza, and South Plaza for the 4th Annual Neighborhoods Conference on Saturday, October 3, 2026, hosted by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-011, Temporary Special Events resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services)

43. 2.10 Actions Related to the 9375 - Market Street Garage Improvements Project.
    Consent Agenda

    (a) Approve an increase to the construction contingency for 9375 - Market Street Garage Improvements Project from 15% to 34%, in the amount of $1,156,215 resulting in a new total contingency amount of $2,069,016. (b) Adopt the following Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Appropriation Ordinance amendments in the General-Purpose Parking Capital Fund: (1) Increase the Garage Façade Improvements appropriation to the Department of Transportation by $1,831,000; and (2) Decrease the Unrestricted Ending Fund Balance by $1,831,000. CEQA: Categorically Exempt, File No. ER20-225, CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, Existing Facilities. Council District 3. (Public Works/Transportation/City Manager)

44. 2.11 Actions Related to the Willow Glen Community Benefit Improvement District Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
    Consent Agenda

    Adopt a resolution: (a) Approving the Willow Glen Community Benefit Improvement District Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 as filed or modified by City Council; and to confirm and levy the individual assessments as filed or modified by the City Council; and (b) Directing the Director of Public Works to or his designee to deliver the assessment roll to the County of Santa Clara for collection with the property taxes. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-004, Government Funding Mechanism or Fiscal Activity with no commitment to a specific project which may result in a potentially significant impact on the environment. Council District 6. (Public Works)

45. 2.12 Retroactive Approval of the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) Expansion Flag Raising Sponsored by Council District 9 as a City Council Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event.
    Consent Agenda

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on May 27, 2026: (a) Retroactively approve the PWHL Expansion Flag Raising scheduled on May 19, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds; and (b) Retroactively approve and accept donations from various individuals, businesses or community groups to support the event. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-011, Temporary Special Events resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Foley) [Rules Committee referral 5/27/2026 - Item B.2]

46. STRATEGIC SUPPORT
47. Report of the City Manager, Jennifer Maguire (Verbal Report).
48. Labor Negotiations Update.
49. 3.3 Mayor’s June Budget Message for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
    Strategic Support

    (a) Review, discuss, and approve the Mayor’s June Budget Message for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. (b) Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to negotiate and execute agreements addressed in the Mayor’s June Budget Message, which are for amounts that exceed the City Manager’s contract authority, subject to applicable procurement and provided that any required environmental review has been completed. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organizational and Administrative Activities resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Mayor).

50. 3.4 Approval of the 2026-2027 Operating and Capital Budgets for the City of San José and Schedule of Fees and Charges.
    Strategic Support

    (a) Adopt resolutions approving the Operating Budget for 2026-2027 for the City of San José, the Mid-Biennial Capital Budget for 2026-2027 for the City of San José, and the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program for 2027-2031 for the City of San José as revised by the Mayor’s June Budget Message and directing the City Manager to prepare final documents for adoption. (b) Adopt a resolution establishing the Schedule of Fees and Charges for 2026-2027. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organizational and Administrative Activities resulting in no changes to the physical environment, and File No. PP17-004, Government Funding Mechanism or Fiscal Activity with no commitment to a specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment. (City Manager)

51. PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES
52. TRANSPORTATION & AVIATION SERVICES
53. ENVIRONMENTAL & UTILITY SERVICES
54. 6.1 Actions Related to the 9885 Regional Wastewater Facility Security and Access Control - Camera and Card Reader Construction Award.
    Environmental & Utility Services

    (a) Accept the report on bids and award of the construction contract to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Blocka Construction Inc., in the amount of $11,678,000, for the 9885 - Camera and Card Reader Upgrades Project. (b) Approve a 10% construction contingency in the amount of $1,167,800. (c) Adopt the following 2025-2026 Appropriation Ordinance Amendment in the San José-Santa Clara Treatment Plant Capital Fund: (1) Decrease Preliminary Engineering appropriation to the Environmental Services Department by $1,000,000; (2) Decrease Plant Infrastructure appropriation to Environmental Services Department by $1,000,000; and (3) Increase the Plant Security Systems Upgrade to the Environmental Services Department by $2,000,000. CEQA: Determination of Consistency with San José/Santa Clara Water Pollution Control Plant Master Plan Final Environmental Impact Report and Addenda thereto (Resolution No. 76858). (Environmental Services/Public Works/City Manager)

55. NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
56. COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
57. REDEVELOPMENT – SUCCESSOR AGENCY
58. LAND USE
59. Notice to the public: There will be no separate discussion of Land Use Consent Calendar (Item 10.1) as they are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be adopted by one motion. If a member of the City Council requests discussion on a particular item, that item will be removed from the Land Use Consent Calendar (Item 10.1) and considered separately.
60. Land Use on Consent Calendar
61. No Land Use items on Consent Calendar.
62. END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
63. Land Use - Regular Agenda
64. Open Forum
65. Members of the Public are invited to speak on any item that does not appear on today’s Agenda and that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. Members of the public may only speak at Open Forum once.
66. Adjournment
67. All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are distributed to a majority of the legislative body will be available for public inspection online at https://sanjose.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx or at the Office of the City Clerk at San José City Hall, 200 E. Santa Clara Street, Tower 14th Floor, San José, CA 95113 at the same time that the public records are distributed or made available to the legislative body. Any draft contracts, ordinances and resolutions posted on the Internet site or distributed in advance of the Council meeting may not be the final documents approved by the City Council. Please go to the Clerk’s Records Database https://records.sanjoseca.gov/Pages/Search.aspx for the final document, or you many also contact the Office of the City Clerk at (408) 535-1260 or city.clerk@sanjoseca.gov.
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