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Closed Session At 9:30 A.m.

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    Strategic Support

    Establishment of the GovAI Coalition as a Nonprofit Corporation.

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to establish the GovAI Coalition as a nonprofit corporation and to utilize the $150,000 grant from the Packard Foundation to support all necessary expenses associated with the formation, transition, and attainment of nonprofit status. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-008, General Procedure and Policy Making resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Information Technology)

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    Environmental & Utility Services

    Willow Rock Long Duration Energy Storage Agreement.

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the Director of the Energy Department or their designee to negotiate and execute the following two related agreements for the procurement of a share of the GEM A-CAES LLC (Willow Rock) long-duration storage project, with any non-material modifications developed, as appropriate, in consultation with the City Attorney, and subject to the annual appropriation of funds, in an amount not to exceed $3,960,000 annually and $79,200,000 in aggregate in Calendar Years 2030 through 2050: (a) Project Participation Share Agreement between California Community Power, the City of San José, CleanPowerSF, Peninsula Clean Energy, Redwood Coast Energy Authority, Silicon Valley Clean Energy, and Valley Clean Energy; and (b) Buyer Liability Pass Through Agreement between California Community Power, GEM A-CAES LLC (or its affiliate), and the City of San José. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Energy)

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  3. Agenda Ready
    Environmental & Utility Services

    San Diego Community Power Resource Adequacy Trade.

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the Director of the Energy Department or their designee to negotiate and execute two agreements, one to purchase and one to sell resource adequacy, with any non-material modifications developed, as appropriate, in consultation with the City Attorney, and subject to the annual appropriation of funds: (a) Under the first agreement, City of San José shall purchase resource adequacy from San Diego Community Power from a new solar plus battery storage facility for ten years, beginning no later than January 1, 2029, with an annual not to exceed amount of $4,320,000, and an aggregate not to exceed amount of $43,200,000; and (b) Under the second agreement, City of San José shall sell resource adequacy to San Diego Community Power from a natural gas-fired combined cycle generating facility for ten years, beginning no later than January 1, 2029, with an annual not to exceed amount of $4,770,000, and an aggregate not to exceed amount of $47,700,000. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003. Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Energy)

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  4. Agenda Ready
    Community & Economic Development

    Establishment of the Story Road Business Improvement District and Approval to Levy Assessments in the Story Road Business Improvement District for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.

    (a) Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance to establish the Story Rd Business Improvement District. (b) Conduct a public hearing and adopt a resolution approving the Business Improvement District Management Plan and the levy of assessments for the Story Rd Business Improvement District for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. (c) Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to negotiate and execute an agreement with the Story Rd Business Association, Inc. for the administration of the Story Rd Business Improvement District. 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 7. (Economic Development and Cultural Affairs)

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  5. Agenda Ready
    Community & Economic Development

    Actions Related to the Loan Commitment for the Valley Transportation Authority Capitol Station Affordable Housing Development.

    (a) Adopt a resolution:  (1) Approving a Construction-Permanent Loan commitment of up to $8,400,000 in Low- and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Funds, or such other special funds as the City may designate, to MidPen Housing Corporation or an affiliated development entity for the Valley Transportation Authority Capitol Station affordable housing development located on the southwest corner of West Capitol Expressway and Narvaez Avenue; (2) Authorizing the Director of Housing or his designee to negotiate and execute loan documents and all other documents, including any amendments thereto, related to City financing for the Valley Transportation Authority Capitol Station multifamily affordable housing development. (b) Adopt the following 2025-2026 Appropriation Ordinance amendments in the Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund:  (1) Decrease Housing Project Reserve by $8,400,000; and (2) Increase the Housing Loans and Grants appropriation to the Housing Department by $8,400,000. CEQA: Exempt per Public Resources Code Section 21080(b)(1) and CEQA Guidelines Section 15369, Ministerial Project pursuant to Government Code Section 65913.4, File No. ER20-109. Council District 2. (Housing/City Manager)

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  6. Agenda Ready
    Community & Economic Development

    Second Substantial Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan.

    (a) Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the Second Substantial Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan, as required by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. (b) Adopt a resolution relating to the Second Substantial Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan to incorporate additional projects funded with Community Development Block Grant funds, subject to the appropriation of funds, including the authority to: (1) Approve the proposed changes set forth in the Second Substantial Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan; and (2) Authorize the Housing Director, or his designee, to submit the Second Substantial Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. (c) Adopt a resolution authorizing the Housing Director, or his designee, to negotiate and execute agreements with Veggielution, in an amount not to exceed $750,000, retroactive from April 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026 for the Community Development Investment project that will begin during Fiscal Year 2025-2026, subject to the appropriation of funds. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003 Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Housing)

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  7. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    California Natural Resources Agency Grant for the School of Arts and Culture at Mexican Heritage Plaza.

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to negotiate and execute: (a) A grant agreement with the California Natural Resources Agency for an amount not to exceed $2,000,000 to the City of San José, the amount of which will be passed through to the School of Arts and Culture at Mexican Heritage Plaza, less reimbursement for City staff expenses in administering the grant, and all other actions necessary to effectuate the grant; and (b) A grant agreement with the School of Arts and Culture at Mexican Heritage Plaza for an amount not to exceed $2,000,000, to disburse the funds from the California Natural Resources Agency, less reimbursement for City staff expenses in administering the grant, and all other actions necessary to effectuate the grant. 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 physical impact on the environment. Council District 5. (Economic Development and Cultural Affairs)

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  8. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Third Amendment to the Consultant Agreement with DKS Associates for the Bascom Avenue Highway-Rail Traffic Signal Project.

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to negotiate and execute the third amendment to the Consultant Agreement with DKS Associates for the Bascom Avenue Highway-Rail Traffic Signal Project to: (a) Increase the maximum compensation by $74,768, from $415,081 to $489,849, for additional construction support; and (b) Extend the contract term from December 31, 2026, to December 31, 2027. CEQA: Categorically Exempt, File No. ER24-313, CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(c), Existing Facilities. Council District 6. (Transportation)

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  9. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Report on Bids and Award of Contract for the 10626 - 2026 Local Streets Remove and Replace Pavement Project.

    (a) Report on bids and award of contract for the 10626 - 2026 Local Streets Remove and Replace Pavement Project, to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, G. Bortolotto & Company, Inc., in the amount of $2,601,480; and (b) Approve a 10% contingency in the amount of $260,148. CEQA: Categorically Exempt, File No. ER24‐313, CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (c) Existing Facilities. (Transportation/Public Works)

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  10. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Request for Travel Authorization for Mayor Mahan.

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 25, 2026, authorize travel, accept travel payments to the City of San José, and designate Mayor Mahan as the City representative to participate in the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative Capstone Convening in Cambridge, Massachusetts from April 12 - 14, 2026. Source of Funds: Bloomberg Philanthropies and Mayor’s Office Budget. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organizational and Administrative Activities resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Mayor) [Rules Committee referral 3/25/2026 - Item B.5]

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  11. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Request for Travel Authorization for Mayor's Staff.

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 25, 2026, authorize travel, accept travel payments to the City of San José, and designate the Mayor’s Staff, Stephen Caines, as the City representative to attend the Bloomberg CityLab event in Madrid, Spain from April 26-29, 2026. Source of Fund: The Aspen Institute. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organizational and Administrative Activities resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Mayor) [Rules Committee referral 3/25/2026 - Items B.6]

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  12. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Approval of the Great American Litter Pick-up as an Annual City Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Authorization to Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event.

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 25, 2026: (a) Approve the Great American Litter Pick-up as an annual City Council sponsored Special Event scheduled on a Saturday in April around Earth Day and approve the expenditure of funds; and (b) 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. (City Clerk) [Rules Committee referral 3/25/2026 - Item B.2]

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  13. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Approval of National Night Out as an Annual City Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Authorization to Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event.

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 25, 2026: (a) Approve the National Night Out as an annual City Council sponsored Special Event scheduled for the first Tuesday in August and approve the expenditure of funds; and (b) 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. (City Clerk) [Rules Committee referral 3/25/2026 - Item B.3]

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  14. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Approval to Expend City Funds and Authorization to Accept Donations for the City's Participation in the Annual Silicon Valley Pride Parade and Festival.

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 25, 2026: (a) Approve the expenditure of City funds for the Silicon Valley Pride Parade and Festival as an annual event scheduled in late August; and (b) 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. (City Clerk) [Rules Committee referral 3/25/2026 - Item B.4]

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    Consent Agenda

    Retroactive Approval and Approval of Multiple Special Events Sponsored by Council District 7 as City Council Sponsored Special Events to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Events.

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 25, 2026: (a) Retroactively approve the POW/MIA Flag Raising scheduled on September 19, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (b) Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day in the Alma Neighborhood scheduled on September 27, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (c) Retroactively approve the Korean Hangul Day Flag Raising scheduled on October 16, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (d) Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day in the Communications Hill Neighborhood scheduled on October 25, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (e) Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day at the Vietnamese Heritage Garden scheduled on November 8, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (f) Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day in the Tropicana-Lanai Neighborhood scheduled on November 15, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (g) Retroactively approve the District 7 Neighborhood Holiday Party scheduled on December 10, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (h) Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day in the Lone Bluff Neighborhood scheduled on December 13, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (i) Retroactively approve the District 7 Toy Distribution at the Vietnamese American Cultural Center scheduled on December 20, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (j) Retroactively approve the TET/Lunar New Year Flag Raising scheduled on February 17, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (k) Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day in the Lone Bluff Neighborhood scheduled on February 21, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (l) Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day in the West Evergreen Neighborhood scheduled on February 28, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (m) Approve the Dumpster Day in the McLaughlin-Corridor Neighborhood scheduled on April 11, 2026, as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (n) Approve the AAWA Career Seminar at San José City Hall scheduled on April 17, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (o) Approve the Black April Flag Raising scheduled on April 30, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. (p) 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. (Doan) [Rules Committee referral 3/25/2026 - Item B.7]

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  16. Agenda Ready
    Community & Economic Development

    Lower Income Voucher and Equity Program Amendment.

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 25, 2026, amend the Lower Income Voucher and Equity Program to include a preference for 50 units for San José Police Department personnel. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment; and File No. PP17-005, Adjustment to Fees, Rates, and Fares without changes to or expansion of services. (Casey, Cohen, Ortiz, and Candelas) [Rules Committee referral 3/25/2026 - Item C.2]

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  17. Agenda Ready
    Approval of Council Committee Minutes

    Approval of Council Committee Minutes.

    (a) Joint Meeting for the Rules and Open Government Committee Minutes of March 18, 2026. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action.

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  18. Agenda Ready
    Approval of Council Minutes

    Approval of City Council Minutes.

    (a) Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of March 10, 2026. (b) Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of March 17, 2026. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action.

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    Closed Session Agenda

    Closed Session Agenda

Joint Meeting For The Rules And Open Government Committee And Committee Of The Whole

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    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    Review April 7, 2026 Final Agenda. a. Add New Items to Final Agenda b. Assign "Time Certain" to Agenda Items (if needed) c. Review of Notice of Waiver Requirements for Agenda Items or Documents (if needed)
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    Review Draft Agenda

    Review April 14, 2026 Draft Agenda. a. Add New Items to Draft Agenda b. Assign "Time Certain" to Agenda Items (if needed) c. Review of Notice of Waiver Requirements for Agenda Items or Documents (if needed)
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    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    The Public Record for March 19, 2026 - March 26, 2026. (City Clerk)

    Receive and file the Public Record for March 19, 2026 - March 26, 2026.

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    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    Monthly Report of Activities for March 2026. (City Auditor)

    Approve the Auditor’s Office Monthly Report of Activities for the month of March 2026.

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  5. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    Approval of District 1 San José Sharks Community Funds Grant for American Leadership Forum Silicon Valley. (Kamei)

    1. Approve a $1000 grant to American Leadership Forum Silicon Valley to support its leadership development programs. 2. Place the item on the April 7, 2026 City Council Agenda for action.

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  6. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals

    Emergency Interim Housing Siting Policy. (Foley, Campos, Tordillos, Cohen, and Casey)

    Direct the City Manager to prepare and return to the City Council with an Emergency Interim Housing Siting Policy. [Referred from 3/11/26 - Item C.1 (ROGC 26-094)]

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  7. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    Approval of the Vietnamese Heritage and Freedom Flag Raising for District 7’s Black April Commemoration. (Doan)

    1. Approve the Vietnamese Heritage and Freedom Flag Raising for District 7’s Black April commemoration on April 30, 2026. 2. Place the item on the April 7, 2026 City Council Agenda for action.

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  8. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    Al Fresco 2.0. (Ortiz, Tordillos, Kamei, Cohen, and Mulcahy)

    1. Direct the City Manager’s Office to: a. Explore permanently re-establishing the Al Fresco outdoor dining program in the City of San José, for supporting economic development and small businesses in designated growth areas, including Greater Downtown San José, Urban Villages, and Business Improvement Districts (BIDs). i. Evaluate opportunities to modernize and expand the program beyond basic table-and-chair setups by establishing a clear, predictable permitting pathway for more complex outdoor dining configurations: such as patios, railings, pergolas, and semi-permanent structures, while maintaining a low-barrier, by-right process for simpler installations, and review best practices from peer cities, including San Francisco’s Shared Spaces Manual, to inform the development of clear design standards and streamlined administrative processes. b. Designate Public Works staff to serve as a coordinator for Al Fresco and outdoor dining applications, responsible for facilitating interdepartmental review and ensuring timely coordination among Public Works, Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement, Fire, Transportation, and any other relevant departments, to reduce duplicative review, minimize delays, and provide applicants with an understandable and consistent permitting pathway.

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Joint Meeting For The Rules And Open Government Committee And Committee Of The Whole

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    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    Review March 31, 2026 Final Agenda. - Cancelled
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    Review Draft Agenda

    Review April 7, 2026 Draft Agenda. a. Add New Items to Draft Agenda b. Assign "Time Certain" to Agenda Items (if needed) c. Review of Notice of Waiver Requirements for Agenda Items or Documents (if needed)
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    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    The Public Record for March 12, 2026 - March 19, 2026. (City Clerk)

    Receive and file the Public Record for March 12, 2026 - March 19, 2026.

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  4. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    Request to Travel. (Mayor)

    1. Authorize travel, accept travel payments to the City of San José, and designate Mayor Mahan as the City representative to participate in the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative Capstone Convening organized and funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies from April 12 - 14, 2026. 2. Place the item on the April 7, 2026 City Council Agenda for action.

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  5. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals

    Request to Travel for Mayor's Staff. (Mayor)

    1) Authorize travel, accept travel payments to the City of San José, and designate the Mayor’s Staff, Stephen Caines, as the City representative to attend the Bloomberg CityLab event in Madrid from April 26-29, 2026. 2) Place the item on the April 7, 2026 City Council Agenda for action.

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  6. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals

    Initiating an Inventory and Community Process Regarding Public Assets Named for César Chavez. (Mayor, Ortiz, Tordillos, Candelas, and Campos)

    Direct the City Manager, in coordination with the City Clerk and City Attorney, to return to the Rules and Open Government Committee with: 1. An inventory of all City-owned land, facilities, amenities, and other public assets in San José named after Cesar Chavez, or otherwise bearing his name or likeness; 2. To the extent feasible, an inventory of other assets with City designation or public sites within San José that are overseen by another local jurisdiction or public agency and are named after Cesar Chavez; 3. An assessment of the applicable legal authority, governing policy, and procedural pathway for renaming each identified site; 4. Recommendations for a community engagement process - modeled where appropriate on existing City naming processes and prioritizing the Latino and farmworker community - to consider potential renaming actions in a trauma-informed, inclusive, and culturally respectful manner; and 5. Initiate any administrative processes under the City Manager’s authority for name changes.

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  7. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    Approval of the Great American Litter Pick-up as an Annual City Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Authorization to Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event. (City Clerk)

    1. Approve the Great American Litter Pick-up as an annual City Council sponsored Special Event scheduled on a Saturday in April around Earth Day and approve the expenditure of funds. 2. Approve and accept donations from various individuals, businesses or community groups to support the event. 3. Place the item on the April 7, 2026 City Council Agenda for action.

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  8. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    Approval of National Night Out as an Annual City Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Authorization to Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event. (City Clerk)

    1. Approve the National Night Out as an annual City Council sponsored Special Event held the first Tuesday in August and approve the expenditure of funds. 2. Approve and accept donations from various individuals, businesses or community groups to support the event. 3. Place the item on the April 7, 2026 City Council Agenda for action.

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  9. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    Approval to Expend City Funds and Authorization to Accept Donations for the City's Participation in the Annual Silicon Valley Pride Parade and Festival. (City Clerk)

    1. Approve the expenditure of City funds for the Silicon Valley Pride Parade and Festival as an annual event scheduled in late August. 2. Approve and accept donations from various individuals, businesses or community groups to support the event. 3. Place the item on the April 7, 2026 City Council Agenda for action.

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  10. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    Retroactive Approval and Approval of Multiple Special Events Sponsored by Council District 7 as City Council Sponsored Special Events to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Events. (Doan)

    1. Retroactively approve the POW/MIA Flag Raising scheduled on September 19, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 2. Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day in the Alma Neighborhood scheduled on September 27, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 3. Retroactively approve the Korean Hangul Day Flag Raising scheduled on October 16, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 4. Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day in the Communications Hill Neighborhood scheduled on October 25, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 5. Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day at the Vietnamese Heritage Garden scheduled on November 8, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 6. Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day in the Tropicana-Lanai Neighborhood scheduled on November 15, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 7. Retroactively approve the District 7 Neighborhood Holiday Party scheduled on December 10, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 8. Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day in the Lone Bluff Neighborhood scheduled on December 13, 2025 as City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 9. Retroactively approve the District 7 Toy Distribution at the Vietnamese American Cultural Center scheduled on December 20, 2025 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 10. Retroactively approve the TET/Lunar New Year Flag Raising scheduled on February 17, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 11. Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day in the Lone Bluff Neighborhood scheduled on February 21, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 12. Retroactively approve the Dumpster Day in the West Evergreen Neighborhood scheduled on February 28, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 13. Approve the AAWA Career Seminar at San José City Hall scheduled on April 17, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 14. Approve the Dumpster Day in the McLaughlin-Corridor Neighborhood scheduled on April 11, 2026, as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 15. Approve the Black April Flag Raising scheduled on April 30, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 16. Approve and accept donations from various individuals, businesses or community groups to support the events. 17. Place the item on the April 7, 2026 City Council Agenda for action.

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    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    Lower Income Voucher and Equity Program Amendment. (Casey, Cohen, Ortiz, and Candelas)

    1. Amend the Lower Income Voucher and Equity (LIVE) Program to include a preference for 50 units for San José Police Department (SJPD) personnel. 2. Place the item on the April 7, 2026 City Council Agenda for action.

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City Council

Closed Session At 9:30 A.m.

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    Closed Session Agenda

    Closed Session Agenda
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    Strategic Support

    City of San José Investment Policy Annual Review.

    As recommended by the Public Safety, Finance and Strategic Support Committee on February 19, 2026: (a) Accept the annual review of the City of San José Investment Policy, as updated. (b) Review the City’s investment holdings in certain corporate notes and investment holdings with ties to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and provide policy guidance to the Administration. (c) Adopt a resolution amending Council Policy 1-12, City of San José Investment Policy, to update the list of primary dealers. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-008, General Procedure and Policy Making resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Finance) [Public Safety, Finance and Strategic Support Committee 2/19/2026 - Item (d)5] [Deferred from 3/10/2026 - Item 3.3 (26-211)]

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  3. Agenda Ready
    Environmental & Utility Services

    San José-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility Capital Improvement Program Update.

    Accept the status report on the Capital Improvement Program update for the San José-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility Program Update. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action. (Environmental Services)

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    Community & Economic Development

    Preliminary Actions Required for the Creation of the East Village Business Improvement District and Levy of Assessments for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.

    (a) Adopt a resolution: (1) Declaring the City Council’s intention to establish the East Village Business Improvement District; (2) Setting a public meeting for April 21, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. and a public hearing for May 12, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. on the formation of the East Village Business Improvement District; (3) Directing the City Clerk to publish the required notice of the public meeting and public hearing; and (4) Appointing East Santa Clara Street Revitalization Association Inc. (DBA East Village Business Association) as the Advisory Board to advise the City Council on all issues related to the East Village Business Improvement District. (b) Subject to the establishment of the East Village Business Improvement District: (1) Preliminarily approve the budget report of the Advisory Board for Fiscal Year 2026-2027; and (2) Adopt a resolution of intention to levy an assessment for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and set a public hearing for May 12, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. on the levy of assessments for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. 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 3. (Economic Development and Cultural Affairs)

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    Consent Agenda

    Easement Agreement with LS Power Grid California, LLC for the Installation of Electrical Transmission Infrastructure Across Lands of the San José-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility.

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager, or her designee, to negotiate and execute an easement agreement between the City of San José and LS Power Grid California, LLC to install infrastructure for electrical transmission, such as power poles and electrical transmission lines across lands of the San José-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility in exchange for a payment of $1,240,000, and any other related documents in connection therewith. CEQA: Power the South Bay Project Environmental Impact Report, prepared by the California Public Utilities Commission (A.24-05-014; SCH No. 2024071095), File No. ER24-283. (Economic Development and Cultural Affairs/Environmental Services)

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    Consent Agenda

    Exclusive Negotiations Agreement between the City of San José, City of Santa Clara, and Valley Water for Land Intended for a Future Direct Potable Reuse Facility.

    Authorize the City Manager or her designee to execute the Exclusive Negotiations Agreement between the City of San José, Santa Clara Valley Water District, and the City of Santa Clara, for Real Property to Develop the Proposed Pure Water Silicon Valley Project. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Environmental Services)

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  7. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Second Quarter Financial Reports for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

    As recommended by the Public Safety, Finance and Strategic Support Committee on February 19, 2026, accept the Second Quarter (period ended December 31, 2025) Financial Reports for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 for the following programs: (a) Debt Management; (b) Investment Management; (c) Revenue Management; and (d) Purchasing and Risk Management. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organizational and Administrative Activities resulting in no changes to the physical environment, and Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action. (Finance) [Public Safety, Finance and Strategic Support Committee 2/19/2026 - Item (d)1] [Deferred from 3/10/2026 - Item 2.7 (26-208)]

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  8. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Funding Round 4 and Round 5 from the California Department of Housing and Community Development.

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the Housing Director, or his designee, to negotiate and execute a grant agreement and all other necessary and related documents, with the California Department of Housing and Community Development in the total amount of $6,585,489.00, awarded under Round 4 and Round 5 of the Permanent Local Housing Allocation program. 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 physical impact on the environment. (Housing)

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  9. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Master Agreements with Kitchell/CEM, Inc. and Impact Cx for Commissioning Agent Consulting Services.

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager, or her designee, to negotiate and execute master agreements with Kitchell/CEM, Inc. and Impact Cx for commissioning consulting services for various Citywide Capital Improvement Program projects from the date of execution to December 31, 2031, in an amount not to exceed $3,000,000 per agreement. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-002, Consultant services for design, study, inspection, or other professional services with no commitment to future action. (Public Works)

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  10. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    November 2018 Ballot Measure T - The Disaster Preparedness, Public Safety, and Infrastructure General Obligation Bond Status Report.

    Accept the bi-annual status report on the work plan and implementation updates for projects included in the approved 2018 Measure T - The Disaster Preparedness, Public Safety, and Infrastructure General Obligation Bond. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action. (Citywide) (Public Works)

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  11. Agenda Ready
    Strategic Support

    Grant of Franchise to LS Power Grid California, LLC for Electric Services for Public Rights-of-Way.

    (a) Conduct a Public Hearing and approve an ordinance granting a franchise to LS Power Grid California, LLC for the purpose of transmitting electric service in the City’s public rights-of-way. (b) Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to negotiate and execute a Memorandum of Understanding to secure a performance and partnership agreement. CEQA: Power Santa Clara Valley Project Environmental Impact Report, prepared by the California Public Utilities Commission (A.24-04-017; SCH No. 2024090200), File No. ER25-262. Power the South Bay Project Environmental Impact Report, prepared by the California Public Utilities Commission (A.24-05-014; SCH No. 2024071095), File No. ER24-283. Council Districts: 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 10. (Public Works)

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  12. Agenda Ready
    Community & Economic Development

    Downtown Residential Incentive Program Tax and Fee Waiver for the Gateway Tower and Bank of Italy Developments Located at 470 South Market Street and 12 South First Street.

    (a) Conduct a public hearing to approve an economic development tax and fee waiver in connection with a reduction in construction taxes, parkland fees, and of the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance fees through the Downtown Residential Incentive Program in an amount of up to $6,092,122 pursuant to California Government Code Section 53083 and Open Government Resolution No. 2024-99 Section 2.3.2.6.C for: (1) Gateway Tower located at 470 South Market Street; and (2) Bank of Italy located at 12 South First Street. (b) Adopt a resolution approving the tax and fee waiver and authorizing the Housing Director, or his designee, to negotiate and execute documents and document amendments related to implementing the Downtown Residential Incentive Program, such as construction progress agreements. CEQA: Gateway Tower: Supplemental Environmental Impact Report and Addenda thereto, to the Downtown Strategy 2000 Plan Environmental Impact Report adopted June 21, 2005 (Resolution #72767) for the Gateway Tower Mixed Use Development project adopted December 6, 2016 (Resolution #78007), File Nos. H15-047 and H15-003. Bank of Italy: Categorically Exempt, File No. HP20-003 and HPAD23-021, CEQA Guidelines Section 15331, Historical Resource Restoration/Rehabilitation. Council District 3. (Housing/Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement/Transportation/Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services)

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  13. Agenda Ready
    Community & Economic Development

    Multifamily Housing Incentive Program Residential Tax and Fee Waiver for the El Paseo de Saratoga Development Located at 1777 Saratoga Avenue.

    (a) Conduct a public hearing to approve an economic development tax and fee waiver in connection with a reduction in construction taxes and a reduction of the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance in-lieu fee for El Paseo de Saratoga at 1777 Saratoga Avenue, which meets the requirements of the Multifamily Housing Incentive Program enacted by City Council on December 10, 2024 and extended on May 13, 2025 and January 27, 2026, in an amount of up to $2,425,988 pursuant to California Government Code Section 53083 and Open Government Resolution No. 2024-99 Section 2.3.2.6.C. (b) Adopt a resolution approving the tax and fee waiver and authorizing the Housing Director, or his designee, to negotiate and execute documents and document amendments related to implementing the Multifamily Housing Incentive Program, such as construction progress agreements. CEQA: Addendum to the 1312 EL Paseo and 1777 Saratoga Avenue Mixed-Use Village Project Final Environmental Impact Report (Resolution No. 80605) adopted June 21, 2022, File Nos. PDA20-006-01 and ER23-267. Council District 1. (Housing/Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement/Transportation)

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  14. Agenda Ready
    Community & Economic Development

    Annual Progress Report on the Implementation of the San José General Plan Housing Element and the Housing Successor to the Redevelopment Agency Annual Report. - TO BE HEARD CONCURRENTLY WITH ITEM 8.4

    (a) Accept the Calendar Year 2025 Annual Progress Report on the implementation of San José’s Sixth Cycle 2023-2031 Housing Element. (b) Accept the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Housing Successor to the Redevelopment Agency Annual Report. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action. (Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement)

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  15. Agenda Ready
    Community & Economic Development

    Housing Catalyst Team Work Plan Status Report. - TO BE HEARD CONCURRENTLY WITH ITEM 8.5

    As recommended by the Community and Economic Development Committee on February 23, 2026, accept the status report on the work to implement the Housing Catalyst Team Work Plan. (Planning, Building and Code Enforcement/Housing) CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action. [Community and Economic Development Committee referral 2/23/2026 - Item (d)1]

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  16. Agenda Ready
    Final Adoption of Ordinance

    Final Adoption of Ordinances.

    (a) Ordinance No. 31315 - An Ordinance of the City of San José Amending the Effective Date of Ordinance No. 31123, The Soft Story Seismic Retrofit Ordinance, from April 1, 2026 to April 1, 2027, and Amending the Compliance Deadlines in Section 17.41.550 of Chapter 17.41 of Title 17 of the San José Municipal Code, which Requires Seismic Retrofit of Certain Wood-Frame Target Story Residential Buildings. [Passed for Publication on 3/17/2026 - Item 2.9 (26-249)] (b) Ordinance No. 31316 - An Ordinance of the City of San José Amending Title 20 (Zoning Ordinance or Zoning Code) of the San José Municipal Code to Add New Chapter 20.197, ‘Local Implementation of State Law,’ that Includes Part 2, ‘Senate Bill 79 (SB79) Implementation’ to Implement SB79 within the City of San José and Exclude Certain Employment Areas Designated in the City’s General Plan From SB79 Provisions. [Passed for Publication on 3/17/2026 - Item 10.2 (26-252)]

  17. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Declaration of City’s Commitment to Opposing the Coercion of Institutions of Higher Education.

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 18, 2026: (a) Consider a Draft Resolution of the City Council of the City of San José declaring its commitment to opposing the coercion of Colleges and Universities. (b) Authorize the City Attorney’s Office to make such formatting and non-substantive changes and additions to the said Draft Resolution as it deems appropriate or necessary. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-008, General Procedure and Policy Making resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Kamei and Cohen) [Rules Committee referral 3/18/2026 - Item C.2]

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  18. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Approval of the Music in the Valley Festival 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.

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 18, 2026: (a) Approve the Music in the Valley Festival scheduled on May 2, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds; and (b) 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 3/18/2026 - Item B.4]

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  19. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Retroactive Approval of the Bay FC Tower and Rotunda Lighting Sponsored by Council District 2 as a City Council Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event.

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 18, 2026: (a) Retroactively approve the Bay FC Tower and Rotunda Lighting scheduled on March 9-14, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds; and (b) 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. (Campos) [Rules Committee referral 3/18/2026 - Item B.5]

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  20. Agenda Ready
    Strategic Support

    Status of Open Audit Recommendations Report.

    Accept the Status of the Open Audit Recommendations as of December 31, 2025. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action. (City Auditor) [Rules Committee referral 3/18/2026 - Item A.1.a]

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City Council

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  1. Agenda Ready
    Strategic Support

    City of San José Investment Policy Annual Review. - DEFERRED TO 3/24/2026 PER ADMINISTRATION

    As recommended by the Public Safety, Finance and Strategic Support Committee on February 19, 2026: (a) Approve the City of San José Investment Policy, as updated; (b) Review the City’s investment holdings in certain corporate notes and investment holdings with ties to US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and provide policy guidance to the Administration. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, General Procedure and Policy Making. (Finance) [Public Safety, Finance and Strategic Support Committee 2/19/2026 - Item (d)5]

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  2. Agenda Ready
    Strategic Support

    City Council Focus Areas Status Report for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

    Accept the status report on the City Council Focus Areas for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Second Quarter. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action. (City Manager)

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  3. Agenda Ready
    Public Safety

    Automated License Plate Readers Data Usage Protocol Update.

    (a) Approve the following changes to the Police Department Automated License Plate Reader Data Usage Protocol: (1) Change the default retention period of data collected by the Automated License Plate Reader from “one year” to “30 days.” (2) Prohibit placing Automated License Plate Reader cameras in positions that capture data from vehicles entering or exiting any reproductive health care services facility primarily providing abortion services or any location primarily used for religious observance. (3) Make other technical, non-substantive, or formatting changes. (b) Accept the report on the Police Department’s Automated License Plate Reader program and approve the following changes to Automated License Plate Reader policy: (1) Require additional compliance documentation for California agencies requesting access to the Police Department’s Automated License Plate Reader data, including the reason justification, the crime type, and a case number. (2) Require approval from a command staff officer before assisting agencies without existing access. (3) Require multi-factor authentication for all access to the Automated License Plate Reader system. (c) Add the following clarification to the Police Department’s public Automated License Plate Reader Transparency Portal: “The San José Police Department only shares data with California law enforcement agencies subject to the California Values Act (Senate Bill 54, 2017) and Automated License Plate Recognition Systems: Use of Data (Senate Bill 34, 2015). These laws prohibit information sharing with federal immigration enforcement. Transmittal of Police Department Automated License Plate Reader data to federal agencies for immigration enforcement is illegal.” CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-008, General Procedure and Policy making resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Police)

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  4. Agenda Ready
    Public Safety

    Police Department Overtime Spending.

    Accept the report and recommendations to reduce Police Department overtime spending. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Police/City Manager)

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  5. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Franchise Agreement with LS Power Grid California, LLC for Electric Services in Public Rights-of-Way.

    Adopt a resolution: (a) Setting a public hearing for March 24, 2026, at 1:30 p.m., to hear any objections to the granting of the franchise to LS Power Grid California, LLC for the purpose of transmitting electric service in the City’s public rights-of-way; and (b) Directing the City Clerk to publish notice of the public hearing. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-007, Preliminary direction to staff and eventual action requires approval from decision-making body. Council Districts 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, and 10. (Public Works)

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  6. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Actions Related to the 10304 - Welch Park Restrooms Renovation Project.

    Approve an increase to the construction contingency for the 10304 - Welch Park Restrooms Renovation Project from 15% to 33%, in the amount of $29,998, resulting in a new contingency amount of $55,348. CEQA: Categorically Exempt, File No. ER24-290, CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, Existing Facilities. Council District 8. (Public Works/Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services)

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  7. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Second Quarter Financial Reports for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. - DEFERRED TO 3/24/2026 PER ADMINISTRATION

    As recommended by the Public Safety, Finance and Strategic Support Committee on February 19, 2026, accept the Second Quarter (period ended December 31, 2025) Financial Reports for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 for the following programs: (a) Debt Management; (b) Investment Management; (c) Revenue Management; and (d) Purchasing and Risk Management. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organizational and Administrative Activities, resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Finance) [Public Safety, Finance and Strategic Support Committee 2/19/2026 - Item (d)1]

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  8. Agenda Ready
    Closed Session Agenda

    Closed Session Agenda
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  9. Agenda Ready
    Approval of Council Committee Minutes

    Approval of Council Committee Minutes.

    (a) Regular Public Safety, Finance and Strategic Support Committee Minutes of February 19, 2026. (b) Regular Community and Economic Development Committee Minutes of February 23, 2026. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action.

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  10. Agenda Ready
    Final Adoption of Ordinance

    Final Adoption of Ordinances.

    (a) Ordinance No. 31309 - An Ordinance of the City of San José Establishing the Alameda Business Improvement District Pursuant to the Parking and Business Improvement Area Law of 1989. [Passed for Publication on 2/24/2026 - Item 8.1(a) (26-162)]

  11. Agenda Ready
    Mayor & Council Excused Absence Request

    Mayor and Council Excused Absence Requests.

    Request for an excused absence for Councilmember Candelas from the regular meeting of Neighborhood Services and Education Committee on February 12, 2026 for personal matter. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organizational and Administrative Activities resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Candelas)

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City Council

Closed Session At 9:30 A.m.

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  1. Agenda Ready
    Closed Session Agenda

    Closed Session Agenda
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  2. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Setting a Public Hearing for the Cost of Sidewalk Repairs for June 2, 2026.

    Adopt a resolution setting a public hearing on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. for the approval of the report from the Director of Finance for the cost of sidewalk repairs. CEQA: Not a Project, Public Project File No. PP17-009, Staff reports, assessments, annual reports, and informational memos that involve no approvals of any City action. (Finance)

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  3. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Amendment with Episcopal Community Services of San Francisco for the Casa Linda Motel Program.

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the Housing Director, or his designee, to negotiate and execute a grant agreement with Episcopal Community Services of San Francisco for the oversight and provision of services at the Casa Linda Motel in an amount not to exceed $599,184, retroactive from February 23, 2026, through June 30, 2026. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. Council District 7. (Housing)

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  4. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Amendment to the Soft Story Seismic Retrofit Ordinance.

    Approve an ordinance to amend the effective date of the Soft Story Seismic Retrofit Ordinance from April 1, 2026, to April 1, 2027, along with the compliance deadlines in San José Municipal Code section 17.41.550 which requires seismic retrofit of certain wood-frame target story residential buildings. CEQA: Categorically Exempt, File No. ER23-173, CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, Existing Facilities. (Planning, Building and Code Enforcement/Housing/Economic Development and Cultural Affairs)

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  5. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Report on Bids and Award of Contract for the 10623 - 2026 Major Streets Remove and Replace Pavement Project.

    (a) Report on bids and award of a contract for the construction of 10623 - 2026 Major Streets Remove and Replace Pavement Project, to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, O’Grady Paving, Inc., in the amount of $1,110,540; and (b) Approve a 10 % contingency in the amount of $111,054. CEQA: Exempt, File No. ER24-313, CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(c), Existing Facilities. (Transportation)

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  6. Agenda Ready
    Strategic Support

    Approval of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Mayor’s March Budget Message. - TO BE HEARD LAST

    (a) Conduct a Public Hearing on the FY 2026-2027 Mayor’s March Budget Message. (b) Approve the FY 2026-2027 Mayor’s March Budget Message. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organization and Administrative Activities resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Mayor)

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  7. Agenda Ready
    Strategic Support

    Childcare Policy Opportunities Status Report.

    As recommended by the Neighborhood Services and Education Committee on February 12, 2026, accept the status report on potential opportunities for the City to improve the provision of childcare to its residents. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action. (City Manager) [Neighborhood Services and Education Committee referral 2/12/2026 - Item (d)3]

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  8. Agenda Ready
    Land Use Regular Agenda

    PP25-006 - Amendment to Title 20 (Zoning Code) to Add Senate Bill 79 Industrial Ordinance.

    Approve an ordinance amending Title 20 (Zoning Ordinance or Zoning Code) of the San José Municipal Code to add new Chapter 20.197, Local Implementation of State Law, that includes Part 2, Senate Bill 79 Implementation for implementation of SB 79 and exclusion of certain employment areas designated in the City’s General Plan from Senate Bill 79 provisions, and to make other technical, non-substantive, or formatting changes within related sections of Title 20 of the San José Municipal Code. CEQA: Not a project under CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080(b)(1), CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5), and California Government Code Section 65912.160(c)(2)(SB 79). (Planning, Building and Code Enforcement)

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  9. Agenda Ready
    Land Use Regular Agenda

    Analysis on Senate Bill 79/Assembly Bill 130 and Historic Resources and Policy Recommendations.

    (a) Consider analysis on the impact of Senate Bill 79 and Assembly Bill 130 on the City’s historic resources. (b) Direct staff to return to City Council with a draft ordinance adding a definition for “demolition” for historic resources applicable to Assembly Bill 130 projects in Title 20 (Zoning Ordinance) of the San José Municipal Code. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-007, Preliminary direction to staff and eventual action requires approval from decision-making body. (Planning, Building and Code Enforcement)

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  10. Agenda Ready
    Approval of Council Minutes

    Approval of City Council Minutes.

    (a) City Council Study Session Meeting Minutes of February 5, 2026. (b) Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of February 24, 2026. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action.

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  11. Agenda Ready
    Approval of Council Committee Minutes

    Approval of Council Committee Minutes.

    (a) Regular Joint Meeting for the Rules and Open Government Committee Minutes of February 18, 2026. (b) Regular Joint Meeting for the Rules and Open Government Committee Minutes of February 25, 2026. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action.

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  12. Agenda Ready
    Mayor & Council Excused Absence Request

    Mayor and Council Excused Absence Requests.

    Request for an excused absence for Councilmember Kamei from the regular meeting of Rules and Open Government Committee and Committee of the Whole on April 1, 2026, due to authorized City business to attend the Local Agency Formation Commission of Santa Clara County (Santa Clara LAFCO) meeting. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organizational and Administrative Activities resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Kamei) [Rules Committee referral 3/11/2026 - Item A.1.a]

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  13. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Approval of Asian American and Pacific Islander Month Festival 2026 Sponsored by Council Districts 1 and 3 as a City Council Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event.

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 11, 2026: (a) Approve the Asian American and Pacific Islander Month Festival scheduled on May 13, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds; and (b) 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. (Kamei and Tordillos) [Rules Committee referral 3/11/2026 - Item B.2]

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  14. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Approval of the WEPA Salsa Festival Sponsored by Council District 1 as a City Council Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event.

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 11, 2026: (a) Approve the WEPA Salsa Festival scheduled on June 12, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds; and (b) 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. (Kamei) [Rules Committee referral 3/11/2026 - Item B.3]

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  15. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Approval of the Greek 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.

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 11, 2026: (a) Approve the Greek Flag Raising scheduled on March 25, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds; and (b) 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 3/11/2026 - Item B.4]

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  16. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Approval of Dumpster Days Sponsored by Council District 9 as City Council Sponsored Special Events to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Events.

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 11, 2026: (a) Approve the Dumpster Days scheduled on March 28, June 13, August 8, and September 26, 2026 as City Council sponsored Special Events and approve the expenditure of funds; and (b) 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 3/11/2026 - Item B.5]

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  17. Agenda Ready
    Consent Agenda

    Approval of Autism Awareness Month Flag Raising Sponsored by Council District 6 as a City Council Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event.

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 11, 2026: (a) Approve the Autism Awareness Month Flag Raising scheduled on April 17, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds; and (b) 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. (Mulcahy) [Rules Committee referral 3/11/2026 - Item B.6]

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Joint Meeting For The Rules And Open Government Committee And Committee Of The Whole

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  1. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    Review March 24, 2026 Final Agenda. a. Add New Items to Final Agenda b. Assign "Time Certain" to Agenda Items (if needed) c. Review of Notice of Waiver Requirements for Agenda Items or Documents (if needed)
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  2. Agenda Ready
    Review Draft Agenda

    Review March 31, 2026 Draft Agenda. - Cancelled.
  3. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    The Public Record for March 5, 2026 - March 12, 2026. (City Clerk)

    Receive and file the Public Record for March 5, 2026 - March 12, 2026.

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  4. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals

    Approval of the Music in the Valley Festival 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. (Foley)

    1. Approve the Music in the Valley Festival scheduled on May 2, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 2. Approve and accept donations from various individuals, businesses or community groups to support the event. 3. Place the item on the March 24, 2026 City Council Agenda for action.

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  5. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals

    Retroactive Approval of the Bay FC Tower and Rotunda Lighting Sponsored by Council District 2 as a City Council Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event. (Campos)

    1. Retroactively approve the Bay FC Tower and Rotunda Lighting scheduled on March 9-14, 2026 as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds. 2. Approve and accept donations from various individuals, businesses or community groups to support the event. 3. Place the item on the March 24, 2026 City Council Agenda for action.

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  6. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals

    Deferred Maintenance and Infrastructure Backlog Study Session. (Public Works/City Manager)

    Set a City Council Study Session entitled Deferred Maintenance and Infrastructure Backlog for Monday, April 13, 2026 from 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers and approve the Study Session agenda.

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  7. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals

    From Ideation to Occupancy: A Guide to Building in San José, Permitting, Timelines, and Coordination Study Session. (Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement)

    Set a City Council Study Session entitled From Ideation to Occupancy: A Guide to Building in San José, Permitting, Timelines, and Coordination for Monday, April 20, 2026, from 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers and approve the Study Session agenda.

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  8. Agenda Ready
    Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals Consent

    Al Fresco 2.0. (Ortiz, Tordillos, Kamei, Cohen, and Mulcahy)

    Direct the City Manager’s Office to a. Explore permanently re-establishing the Al Fresco outdoor dining program in the City of San José, for supporting economic development and small businesses in designated growth areas, including Downtown San José, Urban Villages, and Business Improvement Districts (BIDs). evaluate opportunities to modernize and expand the program beyond basic table-and-chair setups by establishing a clear, predictable permitting pathway for more complex outdoor dining configurations-such as patios, railings, pergolas, and semi-permanent structures-while maintaining a low-barrier, by-right process for simpler installations, and review best practices from peer cities, including San Francisco’s Shared Spaces Manual, to inform the development of clear design standards and streamlined administrative processes. b. Designate Public Works staff to serve as a coordinator for Al Fresco and outdoor dining applications, responsible for facilitating interdepartmental review and ensuring timely coordination among Public Works, PBCE, Fire, DOT, and any other relevant departments, to reduce duplicative review, minimize delays, and provide applicants with an understandable and consistent permitting pathway.

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    Request to Add a Resolution on Higher Education to the City Council Meeting Agenda of March 24, 2026. (Kamei and Cohen)

    1. Consider a Draft Resolution of the City Council of the City of San José Declaring its Commitment to Opposing the Coercion of Colleges and Universities. 2. Add the Draft Resolution of the City Council of the City of San José to the City Council Agenda for its regular meeting of March 24, 2026. 3. Authorize the City Attorney’s Office to make such formatting and non-substantive changes and additions to the said Draft Resolution as it deems appropriate or necessary.

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    Retroactive Approval of the CERT 5K Family Fun Run Sponsored by Council District 10 as a City Council Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event. (Casey)
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    Guadalupe River Trail Bike Connections Plan.
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    The Public Record for March 26, 2026 - April 2, 2026. (City Clerk)
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    Approval of the Santa Clara County Housing Authority Fiscal Year 2027 Moving to Work Annual Plan. - TO BE HEARD IMMEDIATELY AFTER CONSENT
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    Report on Bids and Award of Contract for the 10637 - 2026 Major Streets Resurfacing #1 Project.
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    Approval of “Free Use” of the Janet Gray Hayes Rotunda for the 2026 Youth Commission End of the Year Recognition Awards Event.
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    Fifth Amendment to the Agreement with SHI International, Corp. for an Infrastructure Refresh Project.
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    CP25-017 - Conditional Use Permit and Determination of Public Convenience or Necessity for Certain Real Property Located at 3140 Williams (Grocery Outlet).
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    Master Consultant Agreement with Brown and Caldwell for Owner’s Advisor Services for the 10063 - Aeration Basin Modifications Phase 1 Project at the San José-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility.
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    Agreement with the Santa Clara County Housing Authority to Receive Monthly Payments for the Arena Hotel.
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    Transportation Policy Priorities for Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority Local Investment Plan Related to Senate Bill 63 Revenue Measure.
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    Approval of the Issuance of Tax-Exempt Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds and the Loan of the Proceeds thereof for the Financing of Berryessa TOD, an Affordable Housing Project, and Related Documents.
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    Grant Agreement with Infinera Corporation for the Expansion of Manufacturing Facility.
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    Actions Related to Surplus Land Located on Sherlock Drive.
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    Second Amendment to the Agreement with Santa Clara Valley Habitat Agency for Burrowing Owl Habitat Management.
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    Construction Contract Contingency Increase for the 10106 - South Bay Water Recycling Pump Station 5 Bypass Project Rebid.
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    Amendment to Master Consultant Agreements with HDR Engineering, Inc., and CDM Smith, Inc. for Construction Management and Inspection for the San José-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility Capital Improvement Program.
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    Review April 21, 2026 Draft Agenda. a. Add New Items to Draft Agenda b. Assign "Time Certain" to Agenda Items (if needed) c. Review of Notice of Waiver Requirements for Agenda Items or Documents (if needed)
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    Review April 14, 2026 Final Agenda. a. Add New Items to Final Agenda b. Assign "Time Certain" to Agenda Items (if needed) c. Review of Notice of Waiver Requirements for Agenda Items or Documents (if needed)
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    Review April 7, 2026 Final Agenda. a. Add New Items to Final Agenda b. Assign "Time Certain" to Agenda Items (if needed) c. Review of Notice of Waiver Requirements for Agenda Items or Documents (if needed)

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    Establishment of the Story Road Business Improvement District and Approval to Levy Assessments in the Story Road Business Improvement District for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.

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    Approval of District 1 San José Sharks Community Funds Grant for American Leadership Forum Silicon Valley. (Kamei)

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    The Public Record for March 19, 2026 - March 26, 2026. (City Clerk)

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    Actions Related to the Loan Commitment for the Valley Transportation Authority Capitol Station Affordable Housing Development.

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    Willow Rock Long Duration Energy Storage Agreement.

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    Establishment of the GovAI Coalition as a Nonprofit Corporation.

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    California Natural Resources Agency Grant for the School of Arts and Culture at Mexican Heritage Plaza.

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    Review April 14, 2026 Draft Agenda. a. Add New Items to Draft Agenda b. Assign "Time Certain" to Agenda Items (if needed) c. Review of Notice of Waiver Requirements for Agenda Items or Documents (if needed)
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    Approval of Council Committee Minutes.

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    Monthly Report of Activities for March 2026. (City Auditor)

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    Approval of the Vietnamese Heritage and Freedom Flag Raising for District 7’s Black April Commemoration. (Doan)

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    Second Substantial Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan.

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    Report on Bids and Award of Contract for the 10626 - 2026 Local Streets Remove and Replace Pavement Project.

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    Request for Travel Authorization for Mayor Mahan.

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    San Diego Community Power Resource Adequacy Trade.

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    Third Amendment to the Consultant Agreement with DKS Associates for the Bascom Avenue Highway-Rail Traffic Signal Project.

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    Retroactive Approval and Approval of Multiple Special Events Sponsored by Council District 7 as City Council Sponsored Special Events to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Events.

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    Approval to Expend City Funds and Authorization to Accept Donations for the City's Participation in the Annual Silicon Valley Pride Parade and Festival.

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    Approval of National Night Out as an Annual City Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Authorization to Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event.

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    Request for Travel Authorization for Mayor's Staff.

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