Public Meetings - San Leandro, California

The San Leandro City Council held its regular meeting starting at 7:00 PM. The agenda and minutes list the date as Tuesday, September 8, 2026, but the timestamp provided with this record is 2026-09-09T15:00:00+00:00; this summary uses that timestamp date. Six councilmembers were present (James Aguilar, Victor Aguilar Jr., Dylan Boldt, Fred Simon, Sbeydeh Viveros-Walton, and Mayor Juan González III); Xouhoa Bowen was absent. The City Attorney reported no reportable action from closed session, but direction was provided to staff. The meeting included two proclamations, a 6-0 consent calendar approval, public comment, one action item on restorative justice/facilitated discussion, and council reports. The Council briefly recessed because of video feed issues, but continued using audio, and adjourned at 7:59 PM. Recognitions - Presented a proclamation declaring September 2026 as National Preparedness Month. Lincoln Kasimir, CERT lead with the Alameda County Fire Department, accepted and encouraged residents to take preparedness classes. - Presented a proclamation declaring September 15–October 15, 2026 as Hispanic Heritage Month. Students and teachers from San Leandro High School’s Latin Unidos Club and newcomer program attended. Consent Calendar - Councilmembers voted 6-0 to approve the consent calendar (Bowen absent). - Adopted Reso 2026-115 accepting the 2026 Second Quarter Investment Report ended June 30, 2026. - Adopted Reso 2026-116 accepting the CY 2026 Q2 OPEB Trust and Pension Trust Investment Report through June 30, 2026. - Adopted Reso 2026-117 authorizing the City Manager to accept and appropriate $79,585 from the California State Library California Library Literacy Services (CLLS) grant to continue Project Literacy adult and family literacy services. - Adopted Reso 2026-118 authorizing appropriation of $50,000 from the Asset Seizure (Federal) Fund for an operational audit of the Police Department’s Property and Evidence Room and secure destruction/disposal of narcotics. - Adopted Reso 2026-119 approving a consulting services agreement with Terraphase Engineering, Inc. for design engineering services for a treatment wetland at the Water Pollution Control Plant, not to exceed $357,150. - Adopted Reso 2026-120 designating a City Council voting delegate and alternate(s) for the League of California Cities 2026 Annual Conference. - Approved minutes from the July 9, 2026 Facilities & Transportation Committee, July 20, 2026 City Council, July 22, 2026 Rules Committee, and July 22, 2026 Finance Committee meetings. Public Comments & Testimony - General public comment (four speakers): Mike McGuire and Douglas Spaulding opposed the Planning Commission’s approval of a warehouse they said is sized to become a data center; Spaulding urged specific data-center zoning, council-level approval, and an immediate moratorium. Leo T. West criticized the City Council for not updating the 2017 tenant relocation system, said rent stabilization had produced nothing, alleged that La RASA Centro Legal and Echo Housing refused him representation, and called for voters to 'clean slate' incumbents. Alvaro Ramos urged 'no' votes on Proposition 39, 45, 43, 42, and 41, and opposed data centers. - Action item public comment: Leo T. West called restorative justice an 'escape route' and said accountability should come from voters in November; Douglas Spalding supported adding facilitated discussion to the Council handbook as a formal procedure before complaints and investigations. Discussion Items - Action Item 10a: Discussion regarding restorative justice mediation and facilitated discussion mechanisms. Assistant City Manager Mike Yuan presented the background: council considered an independent investigation report on January 5, 2026; referred restorative justice mediation to the Rules Committee on April 6; the Rules Committee discussed it on April 22 and June 24, then asked the full Council for direction. Staff presented three options: (1) authorize the Rules Committee to revise the Council Member Handbook to include facilitated discussion mechanisms; (2) limit the committee to its existing restorative justice/discipline-policy scope; or (3) end committee consideration with no further action. - Councilmember Fred Simon moved Option 1 with an amendment to also have the Rules Committee discuss: who is eligible to vote during the disciplinary process; the procedure if both the Mayor and Vice Mayor are subject to investigation; and how long investigation-related information stays on the City website. Councilmember Victor Aguilar Jr. seconded. Several councilmembers expressed concerns about combining topics or prolonging the issue. - The amended Option 1 motion failed 3-3 (Ayes: Victor Aguilar, Fred Simon, Juan González III; Noes: James Aguilar, Dylan Boldt, Sbeydeh Viveros-Walton; Bowen absent). - Councilmember Dylan Boldt moved Option 3 to conclude committee consideration with no further action; seconded by Councilmember Sbeydeh Viveros-Walton. That motion also failed 3-3 (Ayes: James Aguilar, Dylan Boldt, Sbeydeh Viveros-Walton; Noes: Victor Aguilar, Fred Simon, Juan González III; Bowen absent). - Councilmember James Aguilar then moved Option 1 as originally outlined, seconded by Mayor González. This motion carried 5-1 (Ayes: James Aguilar, Victor Aguilar Jr., Fred Simon, Sbeydeh Viveros-Walton, Juan González III; Nay: Dylan Boldt; Absent: Xouhoa Bowen). Enactment No: Min Order 2026-026. Key Outcomes - The City Council authorized the Rules Committee to revise the City Council Member Handbook to include facilitated discussion mechanisms to help resolve disagreements (Min Order 2026-026). - The Council declined to expand the Rules Committee’s work to include the three disciplinary-process questions (that amended motion failed). - The Council declined to end the matter without further action (Option 3 failed). Council Reports & Announcements - Councilmember Victor Aguilar Jr. reported on the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District: about 960 grid areas are monitored with monthly trapping from May through October; Aedes aegypti mosquitoes were detected at six sites between May and July; a Wolbachia program is underway in Livermore; estimated dengue risk in the Bay Area remains extremely low. - Mayor González highlighted the Bay Area Air District allocating penalty dollars to communities harmed by pollution, Bay Conservation and Development Commission permit process improvements, the Moon Festival held at the senior center, Coastal Cleanup on September 19, and the Hispanic Heritage Festival at the September Second Fridays event.

The Arts, Culture and Library Commission met to receive the FY 2025 Arts & Culture Grants final-report presentation, approve volunteer mosaic designs for MacArthur Boulevard planters, and hear committee reports. Seven commissioners were present, satisfying the quorum of five. Date note: the supplied meeting date is 2026-08-31 14:30:00+00:00, while the agenda and transcript identify the meeting as July 21, 2026; the content below follows the agenda/transcript. Consent Calendar - Minutes of the June 16, 2026 meeting were approved unanimously by voice vote. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were offered. Presentations - Grants Committee Report on FY 2025 Arts & Culture Grants Program (Item 6A): Staff and the Grants Committee presented final reports from the FY25 cycle. Grantees submitted their final reports in January 2026. The program received 22 applications and awarded 7 grants—4 individual artists and 3 nonprofit organizations—totaling $46,500. - Andrea Guskin – Local Roots ($5,000): Worked with 9 community members over 6 months to create ancestral cyanotype portraits and held a free public cyanotype-making workshop outside the Main Library that engaged 30 people. - Elonita Macani O’Malley – Oakland Ilocana ($5,000): Completed the short documentary, screened it at the San Leandro Main Library, and taught a cultural-preservation workshop; approximately 35–40 people attended. - Laura Sadillo – Pre-native Visualizations ($5,000): Completed a book of 20 visualizations and led a personal land-acknowledgement workshop during Native American Heritage Month; 9 participants attended, and the work continues in a “Reading for Healing” group. - Eric Shea – San Leandro Nightscapes ($4,000): Created 22 impressionistic oil paintings, including five 36x36 pieces, exhibited at the library gallery; about 35 people attended the reception. - San Leander Improvement Association – Downtown Garbage Enclosure Mural ($10,000): Completed a permanent mural on a city-owned downtown parking-lot garbage enclosure, with positive feedback. - Juniper Corner – Children’s Play Space Mural ($7,500): Completed a permanent mural at 1900 East 14th Street in early November, reported by executive director Eve King; it is highly visible to southbound traffic on East 14th. - Bethel Church – Resilient San Leandro Community Mural ($10,000): Completed “Tapestry of Abundance” on the Bancroft Avenue church wall through a community-driven survey and brainstorming process; launched at an August resilience hub event, reported by Arena Kim Eubanks. - Staff said all final reports were received, with two extensions: one for mural completion and one tax-related extension for the documentary grantee. - Commissioners praised the program as “money well spent,” noted workshops averaged roughly 30–40 attendees and several new murals were visible community assets, and discussed sending a summary to city council members. Chair Miller accepted that as an action item. Action Items - Mosaic-Tiling of Three Planters on MacArthur Boulevard by Volunteers (Item 7A): Staff introduced a volunteer proposal from Karen Di Fumolo and Elena to mosaic three city-owned planters on MacArthur Boulevard at no cost to the city. The planters were originally installed with redevelopment funds; the city does not maintain them and adjacent businesses are responsible for maintenance, a responsibility that would remain unchanged. Karen Di Fumolo presented examples of past volunteer mosaics, described designs including flowers/butterflies/bees and an abstract brightly colored planter with glass beads, noted mosaics resist tagging, and welcomed volunteers. The commission unanimously approved the proposed designs, and staff will prepare a hold harmless agreement for the project. Commission Reports and Announcements - Grants Committee (Item 8A): FY26 grantees have all been paid, with funded activities due by December 31, 2026, and final reports due in mid-January 2027. Staff will send reminder documentation. The FY27 grant round has $30,000 and is expected to come before the commission in the fall; an open subcommittee seat was announced. A commissioner asked about expanding grant funding through matching grants or fundraising; staff said donations to the city are possible but agreed to consult the city attorney on solicitation policies. Staff also said a “1% for the arts” development-grant question would be reported at the September meeting. - Library Bike Tour Committee (Item 8B): The committee reported a tentative date of July 10, 2027, for a community bike ride connecting the three library branches. Bike East Bay expressed interest in promotion, staffing, and possibly a bike-safety workshop; Cycles of Change said it wanted to collaborate; one of two contacted bike shops offered to donate for a raffle. Discussion covered group-ride logistics, insurance/liability, and possibly a self-guided model due to city resource constraints. No formal action was taken. - Poetry Contest Committee (Item 8C): Tentative planning for April 2027, during National Poetry Month, with research underway on Bay Area poets to serve as judges. Library space will be reserved once a date is set. - Commissioner Comments: A commissioner reported a sold-out opening weekend for a local show; another described a city Parks/Recreation and Library roller-skating pop-up near Evergreen Nursery with roughly 10–15 attendees; a commissioner shared an upcoming San Francisco Public Library event with the Filipino Women’s Network honoring a late library commissioner; a commissioner relayed a question about the paused Latinx writing workshop and possible low/no-cost programming, with agreement to agendize it in September. There is no August meeting. A commissioner also offered free Burning Man tickets to colleagues. Key Outcomes - Approved the June 16, 2026 minutes and the three MacArthur Boulevard planter mosaic designs, both unanimously. - Chair Miller will send councilmembers a grant-program summary packet with images and talking points. - Staff will consult the city attorney about fundraising/matching-grant options and report on the “1% for the arts” question in September. - FY27 Arts & Culture Grants cycle is expected to begin in fall 2026. - Library Bike Tour event is targeted for July 10, 2027; Poetry Contest is targeted for April 2027. - The transcript records adjournment at 7:40 p.m.

The Facilities & Transportation Committee of the City of San Leandro met on August 24, 2026, in City Council Chambers at City Hall, 835 East 14th Street. (Note: The agenda and minutes for this meeting are dated July 9, 2026; the date August 24, 2026 is used per the meeting record provided.) The committee received a comprehensive update on the MacArthur Boulevard/Foothill Boulevard/Superior Avenue roundabout project and heard public comment on a non-agenda item. No formal votes were taken; members expressed strong concern about delays and cost escalation and directed staff to continue pressing permitting and utility issues. Attendance and Opening - Mayor Juan González III called the meeting to order at 4:01 PM. Present: Mayor González, Councilmember James Aguilar, and Councilmember Dylan Bolt. No announcements were made. Public Comments & Testimony - Joel Stewart, a resident, commented about the Monarch Bay Golf Course (not on the agenda). He said the city hired a consultant for a comprehensive review costing over $100,000 and producing a 130-page report. He stated the report finds course conditions below expectations, a failing irrigation system, only 16% of users are residents, and food/beverage and driving range revenues below national benchmarks. He said the report projects flat revenue for five years and a decline in net revenue from about $2 million to $900,000 per year, citing last year's net of $960,000. He urged the city to issue an RFP to gauge partnership interest to restore net profit. Discussion Item: MacArthur Roundabout Update - Irwin Jing, Engineering Manager, presented the update. The project addresses a three-street convergence (MacArthur Boulevard, Foothill Boulevard, Superior Avenue). A 2005 feasibility study recorded 16 collisions between 2000 and 2004, more than three times the statewide average, with level of service F (more than 50 seconds to traverse). - Design evolution: Concept A had no dedicated bicycle facilities; Concept B added dedicated bike lanes but encroached on Caltrans property and the EasyShop parking lot; Concept C added a bypass lane for westbound Foothill traffic and required additional Caltrans property. Caltrans held plan review from 2019 to 2024; acquisition was approved in 2022. The maintenance/acquisition agreement with Oakland was pre-approved but not executed. In 2025, the design was optimized for updated bicycle and pedestrian safety standards. The 100% plans were submitted to Caltrans in March 2026; Caltrans returned comments and resubmission was planned by the end of the month. - Completed since July 2025: 100% submittal to Caltrans; PG&E relocated one pole and installed a new pole (one pole remains needing relocation); Comcast can relocate facilities; Caltrans agreed a masonry agreement is no longer required because the improvements are in Oakland's property. - Remaining schedule risks: Caltrans mistakenly installed fiber in the parcel transferred to the city, conflicting with the proposed retaining wall and Comcast relocation; Caltrans is requiring a right-of-way certification for an encroachment permit, which staff argue is not typical for such permits; the City of Oakland's encroachment permit is conditioned on completing a maintenance agreement, which staff proposed postponing until project completion; East Bay MUD meter relocations and water line conflicts near beacon foundations need resolution; water meter application approval is expected by the end of the year. - Cost and funding: The July 2025 construction estimate of $4.3 million was understated because bid and construction contingency (about 25% of the engineer's estimate) was omitted. The anticipated total project cost is now $7.52 million, including $6.17 million in construction, an increase of about $1.8 million. The contingency is $1.07 million. The $1.8 million federal HIP grant was given up and assigned to another city project because the roundabout could not meet federal deadlines; about $2 million was set aside in the 2026/2027 CIP budget, with capital reserve funds also identified. Bid award is expected in February 2027, construction in spring 2027, and completion in early 2028. Interim Safety Measures - Engineering Technician Jim Bent Slate presented interim measures installed earlier in 2026. To reduce speeds, the city installed Omega posts/delineators, taper lines, and optical speed bars on MacArthur Boulevard. To reduce U-turns, wayfinding signs were installed directing southbound Foothill Boulevard drivers to Victoria and MacArthur, avoiding the Superior/MacArthur intersection. A left-turn restriction at Superior was first installed around 2022; this reduced conflicts but moved some collisions to Lewis Avenue. Committee Discussion and Direction - Councilmember Aguilar requested updated collision numbers since 2014; staff said the 2014 study confirmed the collision rate was about three times the state average and offered to provide exact data. Aguilar asked about AC Transit bus service (likely line 34 or 35) and was told staff consulted AC Transit and moved a bus stop as part of the design. He also asked about potential future changes in laws or standards; staff responded that some features, such as rectangular rapid flashing beacons, are enhancements that could be adjusted if utility conflicts require. - Councilmember Bolt questioned whether the bypass lane adequately addresses queuing from the 580 off-ramp, since most traffic continues onto MacArthur; staff explained the bypass removes westbound Foothill traffic from the roundabout and that roundabouts maintain continuous flow. Bolt asked whether a traffic signal was considered; staff replied both feasibility studies (2006 and 2014) determined a roundabout was the best solution for the five-legged intersection. Bolt expressed frustration with the project's long timeline and rising cost, asked about the Caltrans land acquisition cost (staff said approximately $23,000 - $25,000, not $1), and urged staff to pursue strong enforcement against Comcast if fiber relocation is not resolved, including franchise agreement enforcement or property acquisition as a last resort. - On the Oakland maintenance agreement, staff explained the agreement is needed because the roundabout encroaches on Oakland property; Oakland will receive the property after construction, and San Leandro will maintain improvements. Staff proposed delaying the agreement requirement to project completion to avoid delaying construction. Councilmember Aguilar cautioned that describing the agreement as 'routed for signature' was inaccurate while it remained under legal review. Staff stated they are preparing permits from Oakland and Caltrans in advance so construction can proceed once a contractor is selected. Key Outcomes - No motions or formal votes were taken. - Staff will provide Councilmember Aguilar with updated collision data. - Staff will continue negotiations with Caltrans on the encroachment permit, right-of-way certification, and fiber relocation, and with Oakland on the maintenance agreement timing. - Councilmember Bolt requested that staff begin exploring enforcement options against Comcast to avoid further project delays. - The committee expressed a shared sense of urgency about completing the roundabout to reduce cost escalation and safety risks.

The San Leandro City Council met on Monday, March 2, 2026, at 7:00 PM in city hall chambers. The meeting included recognitions, consent calendar approvals, a downtown community benefit district presentation, and contentious action items regarding disciplinary resolutions for Councilmembers Victor Aguilar and Fred Simon. The meeting adjourned at 11:45 PM after extended debate. Recognitions - American Red Cross Month Proclamation: Mayor Gonzalez presented a proclamation declaring March 2026 as American Red Cross Month. Justin Mueller, regional CEO for the Northern California Red Cross, accepted and noted Alameda County statistics: over 1,600 volunteers, nearly 30,000 blood donations, and over 830 units donated in San Leandro in 2025. - Women's History Month Proclamation: Proclamation presented to Liz Varela, honored for her work with Building Futures. The proclamation reaffirmed the city's commitment to policies supporting women. Consent Calendar - 5a-5g: All items approved unanimously. Items included: - 5a: Resolution to amend master salary schedule. - 5b: Acceptance of $67,378 gift from San Leandro Public Library Foundation from former commissioner Donna Reed. - 5c: Construction contract to Apeña Engineering ($269,300) for trash capture devices, using a $1,000,000 EPA grant. - 5d: Amendment No. 2 to consulting agreement with Activewayz Engineering ($101,000) for capital improvement program assignments. - 5e: Appointment of Councilmember Dylan Bolt to the East Bay Dischargers Authority Commission. - 5f: Appointment of Councilmember Fred Simon to the Facilities and Transportation Committee. - 5g: Approval of February 17, 2026 meeting minutes. Public Comments & Testimony - Consent Calendar Comments: Sarah Bailey spoke against item 5f (Simon's appointment), alleging Councilmember Simon's mistreatment of female staff. Lawrence Abbott defended Simon's character. - Online Comments: Douglas Spaulding questioned details on items 5c and 5d regarding contract specifics and maintenance. Lucas raised concerns about consultant billing rates. - Non-Agenda Public Comments: Residents urged a formal apology for redlining, reopening of Chabot Road, library service concerns, and support for a public budget task force. Jesse Rubin criticized Councilmembers Simon and Aguilar for not acknowledging former councilmember Acevedo's guilty plea. - Action Item 10a (Aguilar): Multiple public speakers, including members of the League of San Leandro voters, urged adoption of the resolution as originally drafted, emphasizing the gender bias finding. - Action Item 10b (Simon): Similar comments from residents, with some defending Simon's character. Kat Wellman (Belle Vista Improvement Association) argued disciplinary measures should not have a chilling effect on council members asking tough questions. Discussion Items - 9a. Downtown San Leandro Community Benefit District Annual Update: Morgan Macrose (SLIA director) presented the 2025 update. Highlights: $1 million in revenue, but a $15,000 operational deficit due to flat funding for safety ambassadors. Ambassador services: 67,000 infrastructure cleanings, 3,000+ de-escalations, 25 EMS calls. Upcoming events: Women's Hysteria Festival, monthly markets, and public art projects (e.g., $16,000 mural at Fieldworks). Councilmember Bolt questioned camera surveillance privacy. Vice Mayor Vivaros-Walton asked about reauthorization challenges (2028). - 10a. Discipline Resolution for Councilmember Aguilar: Extensive debate over the finding of gender bias. Councilmember Bolt proposed striking the phrase "differential treatment reflecting gender bias" and replacing it with "treatment unbecoming of a council member." Councilmember Bowen insisted on keeping the finding, noting legal exposure. After multiple motions and amendments, a final motion by Mayor Gonzalez passed 5-1 (Aguilar excused) to delete subparagraphs A, B, and C from page two of the resolution while retaining the rest. - 10b. Discipline Resolution for Councilmember Simon: Parallel debate. Councilmember Simon stated he regretted that Bowen felt bias and promised to improve communication. A motion identical to Aguilar's passed unanimously (5-0, Simon excused). - 10c. Restorative Justice Mediation: Discussed briefly; council voted to continue this item to the regular meeting on April 6, 2026. - 10d. Attorney-Client Privilege Waiver: Withdrawn by Councilmember Simon. Key Outcomes - Discipline Resolutions: Both resolutions adopted as amended (striking the specific subparagraphs A, B, C from the findings section). The original findings of the investigation report (including gender bias) remain adopted by the council per earlier vote. - Meeting Extended: Council voted to extend the meeting to 11:45 PM to complete agenda. - Item 10c: Continued to April 6, 2026 regular meeting. - Item 10d: Withdrawn by Councilmember Simon.

The San Leandro City Council met on Monday, August 20, 2026, at 7:01 PM in City Hall Council Chambers. The meeting included proclamations, a consent calendar, public comments, a presentation on the Downtown Community Benefit District, and two disciplinary resolutions for Councilmembers Aguilar and Simon. After lengthy debate, both resolutions were adopted with amendments. The meeting adjourned at 11:45 PM. Consent Calendar - 5a: Adopted a resolution to amend the Master Salary Schedule, adding Water Pollution Environmental Compliance Inspector I/II and revising other classifications. - 5b: Accepted a $67,378 gift from the San Leandro Public Library Foundation for library enhancements. - 5c: Approved a $269,300 construction contract with Apeña Engineering for trash capture devices, authorized change orders up to 25%, accepted a $1,000,000 EPA grant, and appropriated funds. - 5d: Approved Amendment No. 2 ($101,000) to the consulting agreement with Activewayz Engineering for capital improvement program assignments. - 5e: Appointed Councilmember Dylan Boldt to the East Bay Dischargers Authority Commission. - 5f: Appointed Councilmember Fred Simon to the Facilities and Transportation Committee. - 5g: Approved minutes from the February 17, 2026 meeting. The consent calendar passed unanimously after public comment. Public Comments & Testimony - On Consent Calendar: Sarah Bailey read excerpts from an investigator's report accusing Councilmember Simon of bullying and demeaning female staff, especially the Public Works Director. Lawrence Abbott defended Simon's character, calling him fair and exemplary. - On Non-Agenda Items (Item 7): Multiple residents spoke on various topics: - Nancy Rafaloff urged the council to retain a local veterinary hospital (closing at month-end). - Chris Urban acknowledged native land and supported Bernard Ashcraft’s request for a formal apology for redlining. - David Anderson supported a redlining resolution and raised concerns about Lake Chabot Road closure and emergency evacuation routes, urging council unity. - Deborah Acosta linked Women's History Month to enforcement of ethics standards and due process. - Lawrence Abbott supported the redlining resolution and reconciliation. - Leo T. West criticized library service cuts and computers, and alleged council misconduct. - Anthony Tajada praised the council's handling of a vacancy and encouraged internal resolution of disputes rather than external investigations. - Melissa Wong highlighted a $10 million budget deficit, criticized the rushed budget process, and proposed two public members join the Finance Committee for transparency. - Alvaro Ramos commented on Alameda County ending participation in a federal immigration program (SCAP) and concerns about ICE and federal detention. - Douglas Spaulding supported a redlining resolution, requested status on rent registry and just cause eviction, and praised fire prevention efforts. - Jesse Rubin criticized Councilmembers Simon and Aguilar for not acknowledging former councilmember Acevedo's crimes, harming public trust. - Tauray Nenguke advocated for high-speed rail to ease housing crisis. Discussion Items - 9a – Downtown Community Benefit District Annual Update: Morgan Macrose presented the SLIA's 2025 accomplishments, including safety and cleaning ambassadors who conducted over 3,000 de-escalations and 25 EMS calls, 11 events, a new coordinated camera system, and public art projects. She noted an operational deficit due to flat funding for safety ambassadors and discussed the 2028 reauthorization challenge. Council members praised the work and asked about expansion, bicycle patrol, and the camera program's privacy implications. Public comment raised support and concerns about surveillance. - 10a – Discipline for Councilmember Aguilar: The council considered a resolution to formally admonish Councilmember Aguilar based on findings of retaliation, abusive conduct, and gender bias. After extensive debate, a motion to adopt the resolution as written failed (3-3). A subsequent motion by Councilmember Bolt to strike paragraphs A, B, and C from the findings section (keeping only the amended language describing conduct as "treatment unbecoming of a council member") was approved 5-0 (Councilmember Aguilar excused). The final resolution adopts the investigation report but disciplines only for the remaining provisions. - 10b – Discipline for Councilmember Simon: Following the same pattern as 10a, a motion by Councilmember Bolt to adopt the resolution with paragraphs A, B, and C struck from page two passed unanimously (5-0, Councilmember Simon excused). Councilmember Simon expressed regret that Councilmember Bowen felt biased and committed to improving communication. - 10d – Authorization for City Attorney: Councilmember Simon withdrew his request to have the City Attorney prepare responses to his questions, closing that item without action. - 10c – Restorative Justice Mediation: Due to time constraints, the council voted unanimously to continue this item to the next regular meeting on April 6, 2026. Key Outcomes - Consent Calendar: Approved 5-0 (all items). - Downtown CBA Presentation: Acknowledged; no formal vote. - Discipline Resolutions: Both 10a (Aguilar) and 10b (Simon) were adopted with modifications: language on gender bias was removed from the findings section, and discipline was based on other misconduct. The resolutions state the council adopted the investigation report but disciplined only for specific conduct. - 10d (City Attorney): Withdrawn by Councilmember Simon. - 10c (Restorative Justice): Postponed to the April 6, 2026 regular meeting via an adjourned regular meeting procedure.

Note: Although the agenda, minutes, and transcript indicate the meeting was held on July 2, 2026, the instructions for this summary require using the date August 20, 2026. Introductory paragraph: The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments met to approve the consent calendar (June 4, 2026 minutes) and conduct a single public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for an outdoor vehicle storage yard associated with a towing company at 476 Whitney Street. The meeting concluded with a brief round of commissioner announcements. Consent Calendar - Item 3.A (26-314): Draft meeting minutes of June 4, 2026, were approved unanimously (5–0, with two commissioners absent). Motion by Commissioner Solis, seconded by Vice Chair Mendoza. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public spoke on any agenda item. Discussion Items - Item 7.A (26-313): Consideration of a CUP for an outdoor vehicle storage yard at 476 Whitney Street, in the IG (Industrial General) zoning district. Applicant and property owner: Pravinesh Chand. - Assistant Planner Felipe Morfin Martinez presented the staff report: The 22,500 sq. ft. lot contains an existing four-unit commercial building; the rear gated area (approx. 5,400 sq. ft.) would be used to store up to 20 impounded vehicles. Operations include 24/7 drop-off within the gated area, with retrieval limited to business hours (8 a.m.–5 p.m., Mon–Fri). Staff recommended approval with conditions, including a revised condition 24 for stormwater management per Alameda Countywide Clean Water Program best practices and installation of one bicycle parking space. - Commissioner Rich asked about procedures for after-hours vehicle drop-offs and containment of hazardous fluids. Staff clarified that all vehicles would be placed inside the secured gated area at any time; the two parking spaces outside the gate (spaces 11 and 12) are designated for customer vehicle pickup only. - No other commissioner questions or public testimony. Key Outcomes - Motion to approve the CUP (PLN25-0031) with the revised condition 24 and inclusive of the bicycle space requirement. Moved by Commissioner Rich, seconded by Commissioner Solis. Passed unanimously (5–0; Commissioners Tabjulu and Zuber absent). The decision is final unless appealed to the City Council within 15 days. - Commission Reports and Announcements: Commissioner Rich inquired about any pending applications for data centers in San Leandro. Secretary Wayland Li confirmed no such applications have been received. No other announcements. - The meeting adjourned at 7:15 PM.

The Finance Committee of the San Leandro City Council met on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM in the City Council Chambers. The meeting focused on two main discussion items: an update on the city's Fleet Fund policy and analysis, and the quarterly investment report for the OPEB and Pension Trusts. Committee members provided direction on the fleet fund and unanimously recommended forwarding the investment report to the City Council. Discussion Items 26-343 Fleet Fund Policy and Analysis City staff presented an update on efforts to establish a sustainable fleet fund. The presentation covered the importance of a fleet fund for cost recovery, sustainable vehicle replacement, and reducing reliance on the general fund. Key points included: - The city completed a fleet study with Baker Tilly in August 2024, with recommended policy changes finalized in April 2026. - The fleet includes vehicles and equipment for public safety, public works, and other departments. Fire apparatus lead times are 4–5 years. - Historically, the fleet fund has been underfunded, and deferred replacements have been common. - Proposed policy changes: create reserve targets of 20% for both the fleet maintenance fund and the fleet capital replacement fund, similar to the general fund's 20% reserve. - A five-year financial forecast (FY 2027–2032) was presented, showing a projected deficit of $1.4 million by FY 2032 if all planned replacements are funded. The model assumes general fund transfers for fire apparatus in FY 2028–2030. - Staff sought feedback on reserve targets and direction to develop funding models, with a plan to return in December 2026 with a detailed funding plan. Committee members asked detailed questions about maintenance (in-house and outsourced), vehicle lifespans (e.g., sedans 12 years, police vehicles 7 years, trailers up to 20 years), the inclusion of fuel costs and IT charges in the fund, and the potential for leasing vehicles. The vice mayor expressed interest in a leasing scenario analysis. The mayor emphasized the importance of having a reliable fleet for employee morale and professional image. The committee concluded that sufficient guidance was given for staff to proceed with developing the separate funds and forecast. 26-342 CY 2026 Q2 OPEB Trust and Pension Trust Investment Report through June 30, 2026 The Assistant Finance Director presented the quarterly investment report. Key statistics: - OPEB Trust: increased by $1.1 million (4.72%) in Q2; one-year return of 9.69%; inception-to-date average return of 5%. - Pension Trust: increased by $2.6 million (7.24%) in Q2; one-year return of 13.44%; inception-to-date average return of 5.49%. The committee unanimously recommended forwarding the report to the City Council for acceptance. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were made on the agenda items or on non-agenda items within the committee's jurisdiction. Committee Member Comments - The mayor requested a September update on Project Elevate, which staff confirmed is scheduled. - Upcoming agenda items were noted: preliminary year-end balances for FY 2026, carry-forward requests, a CalPERS update, and the fleet fund return in December. - The mayor raised a topic about monitoring project costs, emphasizing that while departments are responsible, finance provides checks and balances. Key Outcomes - Fleet Fund: The committee provided direction to staff to proceed with separating the fleet fund into operating and capital components, further develop the financial forecast, and return in December 2026 with a recommended funding plan incorporating reserve targets and potential leasing scenario analysis. - OPEB and Pension Trusts: The committee unanimously voted to recommend the CY 2026 Q2 investment report be forwarded to the City Council for acceptance. - The meeting adjourned at 4:55 PM.

The San Leandro CAP Commission met on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 7:01 p.m. The meeting featured presentations from two CAP-funded organizations: Davis Street Family Resource Center and the Fuente Wellness Center (operated by the San Leandro school-based health center program). Commissioners discussed service trends, demographic shifts, rising needs, and challenges faced by low-income residents. The meeting also included updates on city staff reorganization, volunteer opportunities related to new SNAP requirements, and community events. The meeting was adjourned without a recorded time. Consent Calendar - The commission approved the May draft minutes as presented, with a motion made by Commissioner Lum and seconded by Commissioner Mason. All commissioners voted in favor. Presentations: CAP-Funded Services Davis Street Family Resource Center – Basic Needs Program - Crystal Gonzalez, Basic Needs Director, presented on CAP-funded services including food distribution, clothing assistance, housing and social service intakes, healthcare application assistance, and senior support programs. - Key data from the last six months of 2025 (period not further specified): - 2,474 unduplicated San Leandro residents served (1,087 households). - Duplicated visits totaled 7,062. - The largest demographic being served is shifting: seniors (55+) and children are the largest age groups; 55+ has grown. - Gender: more females than males seek services. - Race/ethnicity: 47% Asian in basic needs (a notable increase from prior Hispanic majority). - Income: the majority are in the 0–30% area median income bracket; some higher-income individuals also seek help. - Gonzalez noted a high demand for rental assistance: 56–57 calls in one week, but no rental assistance was available. Most callers were aged 18–30, without children or a disability, making them ineligible for many programs. - Other services: children's services (preschool and before/after school care at multiple sites), a primary care clinic (FQHC type, including dental, behavioral health, OB/GYN), and an adult intellectual disabilities program. - Annual programs: backpack program (500 kids, includes new shoes, 200 raffled for a Nike shopping trip); holiday basket program (over 1,200 families); new diaper program (including senior diapers) and hygiene pantry. - Davis Street is moving to a client-choice food pantry model (store-style) in 6–8 months, requiring volunteers. - Gonzalez stressed that the basic needs department is underfunded and previously had only two staff; now four staff are in place. Fuente Wellness Center (School-Based Health Center, Alameda County) - Presented by an unnamed representative who oversees school-based health centers. - Fuente Wellness Center, located at the Reach Ashland Youth Center, provides medical, dental, behavioral health, and case management services to youth up to age 25, at no cost and without co-pays. - Data from a six-month period: 170 San Leandro youth served (exceeding the grant deliverable of 125). 599 medical/dental visits were provided. - Demographics: 61% female, 39% male; 75% Latino, 9% African American, 8% API, 4% White, 3% other. - A behavioral health clinician was hired in December 2025, and 20% of a case manager salary is covered by CAP funds. The case manager addresses housing, food, and other social needs linked to therapy. - The program includes adolescent screening visits (15-minute health education appointments) to connect students to services and to educate youth on navigating the healthcare system. - Sexual and reproductive health services are available for ages 12+ without parental consent. - Patient surveys highlight staff friendliness and a sense of safety. - The program offers volunteer and paid peer health educator opportunities for youth. - The representative noted a decline in youth seeking services, possibly due to families moving or fears related to immigration enforcement and government program participation. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were made at the meeting. Discussion Items - New SNAP Work Requirement: Commissioner Roby raised a new federal rule requiring SNAP recipients to work or volunteer 80 hours per month. The commission discussed this as a potential benefit for nonprofits like Davis Street and Fuente, as volunteering can fulfill the requirement and help people who cannot hold traditional jobs. Crystal Gonzalez confirmed that Davis Street has already seen 30–40 calls from people seeking volunteer hours and plans to use volunteers for the upcoming client-choice pantry. - City Staff Reorganization: Elsa (staff) announced that effective July 1, 2026, Jessica will assume the deputy city manager position (replacing Dustin Clausen) and will move to a different office. The department will also relocate. - Condolences: Vice Chair Frey noted the recent passing of Councilmember James Aguilar's father and offered to send an email of condolence on behalf of the commission. Key Outcomes - Consent calendar approved (May draft minutes) – no objections. - Commissioner Reed highlighted the city's funding for Eddie's Place (medical respite) - funding four beds this year. She shared a personal story of a long-term homeless individual with lung cancer who was able to receive treatment and dignified end-of-life care due to this resource. - Commissioner Reed also noted that the San Leandro community food pantry now serves 310–340 families per week, up from previous levels, emphasizing the increased need for ready-to-eat foods after SNAP benefit changes for homeless individuals. - Commissioner Roby expressed enthusiasm about serving as a judge for the Cherry Festival Parade and encouraged others to participate. - The meeting was adjourned by a motion from Commissioner Roby, seconded by another commissioner; all in favor.

The San Leandro Human Services Commission met on July 23, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. local time. Commissioners Chair Frey, Vice Chair Albert, Commissioners Bailey, Lum, O'Brien, Roby, Mason, and Reed were present; Commissioner Picado was excused. The meeting featured presentations on the Alternative Response Unit (ARU) and the Llewellyn Interim Housing and Drop-In Center, approval of meeting minutes, election of officers for the upcoming term, and commissioner reports. Consent Calendar - The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were made in person or submitted via e-comment. Discussion Items - Alternative Response Unit (ARU) Update: Jessica Lowidon, Human Services Director, presented an overview of the ARU's first year of operation. The ARU provides a clinical, unarmed alternative to 911 for behavioral health calls, staffed by an EMT/firefighter, nurse practitioner, and two community health workers, operating Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Key statistics: 821 unduplicated clients were served across 2,800 total interactions; approximately half were high-frequency 911 callers. Calls are received via 911 dispatch (primary), follow-up, or on-view. Most client needs were met on scene or through referrals, with minimal escalation to police or EMS. Success stories included connecting a client to Care Court behavioral health services and assisting a dementia patient with appropriate housing. Commissioners inquired about expansion to seven days (no near-term plan), funding stability (flat for next two fiscal years, with a reduction proposed for FY 2029), client demographics (to be provided), dispatch triage decisions, and public outreach. The commission praised the unit’s responsiveness. - Llewellyn Interim Housing and Drop-In Center Update: Jessica Lowidon also reported on this site, converted from the former Nimitz Motel. The interim housing opened in April 2025; since opening, 12 individuals have moved into permanent supportive housing. The drop-in center opened in June 2025 and has served 295 unduplicated individuals, offering rest, food, showers, laundry, and service connections. The drop-in is open Monday–Friday during business hours; interim housing is referral-only. Commissioners noted the site’s success and the value of donating extra event food there. - Election of Officers: The commission discussed the one-year term policy for chair and vice chair. Commissioner Aaron was nominated and unanimously elected as chair for the term beginning at the next meeting. A commissioner who volunteered was elected as vice chair. - Commission Reports and Announcements: Commissioner Mason reported observing an increase in pedestrian activity downtown on recent Friday and Saturday nights, describing it as encouraging. The upcoming farmers market and marketing efforts by Sprouts were noted. The commission reviewed a draft calendar of future presentations and was reminded of the legislative break in August. Key Outcomes - Unanimously approved meeting minutes. - Elected Commissioner Aaron as chair and another commissioner as vice chair for the upcoming term. - Staff will provide ARU demographic data and the direct phone number to the commission. - The commission acknowledged the need for continued public outreach for the ARU. - The next meeting will include a presentation on the Community Action Plan (CAP) cycle, with the RFP expected to open in November/December.