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Commending Kennedy Elementary School Girls and Boys Soccer Teams
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Newark • 2026-05-14 • TBD
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What's Scheduled
City Council Regular Meeting's 2026-05-14 agenda is scheduled to cover Consider a resolution amending the Master Fee Schedules for aquatic center nonresident user fees or accept staff's..., Adopt a resolution initiating proceedings for the formation of Landscaping and Lighting District No. 21 (Tract 8665)..., FY 2026-27 budget and 2026-31 CIP, and Adopt a resolution to approve First-Time Homebuyer Program Guidelines and authorize the City Manager to enter into.... This is an agenda-derived preview, so it describes scheduled topics and proposed actions rather than confirmed outcomes.
Key Topics
- Consider a resolution amending the Master Fee Schedules for aquatic center nonresident user fees or accept staff's...: the agenda included this context: CITY MANAGER UPDATES H. CITY COUNCIL MATTERS City Council Members report on attendance at intergovernmental agency meetings, conferences, and seminars since the...
- Adopt a resolution initiating proceedings for the formation of Landscaping and Lighting District No. 21 (Tract 8665)...: the agenda included this context: Section: DATE 05/14/2026 TO Section 4 of Article XIIID of the California Constitution Resolution No. 11839.
- FY 2026-27 budget and 2026-31 CIP: scheduled budget and capital-project discussion that may shape service levels, infrastructure work, and future spending priorities.
- Adopt a resolution to approve First-Time Homebuyer Program Guidelines and authorize the City Manager to enter into...: proposed contract or agreement that could commit public funds or shape implementation.
Why It Matters
- Consider a resolution amending the Master Fee Schedules for aquatic center nonresident user fees or accept staff's... may affect residents because it is one of the meeting's substantive scheduled items.
- Adopt a resolution initiating proceedings for the formation of Landscaping and Lighting District No. 21 (Tract 8665)... may affect residents because it is one of the meeting's substantive scheduled items.
- Budget and capital-plan items can affect city services, project timing, reserves, and future funding tradeoffs.
- Adopt a resolution to approve First-Time Homebuyer Program Guidelines and authorize the City Manager to enter into... may affect public spending, project delivery, or vendor accountability.
- The agenda identifies Consider a resolution amending the Master Fee Schedules for aquatic center nonresident user fees or accept staff's... as a legislative item;.
What Residents Should Watch
- Watch whether council approves, amends, continues, or rejects Consider a resolution amending the Master Fee Schedules for aquatic center nonresident user fees or accept staff's....
- Watch whether council approves, amends, continues, or rejects Adopt a resolution initiating proceedings for the formation of Landscaping and Lighting District No. 21 (Tract 8665)....
- Watch whether council approves, amends, continues, or rejects FY 2026-27 budget and 2026-31 CIP.
- Watch whether council approves, amends, continues, or rejects Adopt a resolution to approve First-Time Homebuyer Program Guidelines and authorize the City Manager to enter into....
- - The agenda identifies a later public-hearing step for Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Master Fee Schedule and Related Fee Adjustments....
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Approval of Audited Demands
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Study Session on Newark's Industrial Lands Study Report
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Conference with legal counsel - Existing Litigation Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Name of Case: San Francisco Baykeeper, et al. vs.
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DATE 05/14/2026 TO: City of Newark Case No. 26CV163917
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Proclaiming May 2026 as Building Safety Month Mayor Hannon presented a proclamation to Building Inspectors Bryan Cabeceira and Ray Yang.
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Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Master Fee Schedule and Related Fee Adjustments Resolution No. 11844 City Manager Benoun provided introductory remarks and project background.
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DATE 05/14/2026 TO: Accountant Ivan Quon gave the
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Commending Employee of the Year Krishnan Narayan, Senior Information Technology Analyst
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Proclaiming Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month
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Approval of the April 23, 2026, City Council Minutes for the Closed and regular Meetings
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Adopt a resolution to approve First-Time Homebuyer Program Guidelines and authorize the City Manager to enter into agreements to provide direct financial assistance to first-time homebuyers, and to amend the 2024-2026 Biennial Budget and
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Capital Improvement Plan to appropriate funds from the Housing Impact Fee Fund to fund the First-Time Homebuyer Program.
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Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8) Property: Stevenson Boulevard, Newark, CA
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Introduction of an Employee Mayor Hannon introduced new employee, Building Inspector Ray Yang.
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Approval of the April 9, 2026, City Council Minutes for the Regular Meeting
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The ability to observe online or Cable Channel 26 is predicated on those technologies being available and functioning without technical difficulties.
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Should those platforms not be available, or become non-functioning, or should the City Council otherwise encounter technical difficulties that make those platforms unavailable, the City Council will proceed with business in person unless otherwise prohibited b...
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Proclaiming Bike to Wherever Day and Fix Your Bike Day
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Approve the plans and specifications, and adopt a resolution awarding a contract to A CST Group, Inc, dba Dynasel USA for the Jerry Raber Ash Street Park - Updated Playground & Park Furnishings (CIP1407), Mirabeau Park - Updated Playground
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(CIP1408), and Birch Grove Park - Updated Playground (CIP 1409) projects
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Waive full reading and introduce by title only an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Newark repealing and replacing Chapter 2.11, “Election Campaigns” of the Newark Municipal Code
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Presentation on Newark Library Newark Library Manager Joe Stoner gave the presentation.
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DATE 05/14/2026 TO: The presentation is on file with the City Clerk . No one from the audience requested to speak. Council Members commended the Newark Library Manager Joe Stoner and staff for their outstanding service, community engagement, and for providing...
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Waive further reading and adopt an ordinance amending the Chapter 2.14, "Public Art Committee", of the Newark Municipal Code Ordinance No. 564 Council Member Little pulled Item D.3 to verify the Public Art Committee members, which was
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DATE 05/14/2026 TO: amended from five to nine members. No one from the audience requested to speak. Council Member Little moved, and Vice Mayor Jorgens seconded, to waive further reading and adopt an ordinance amending the Chapter 2.14, "Public Art Committee",...
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Proclaiming May 14, 2026, as Arbor Day
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Adopt a resolution for approval of the Annual Engineer's Reports and adopt a resolution declaring the City’s intention to levy and collect assessments for Landscaping and Lighting District Nos. 1, 2, 4, 7, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 and 20 for
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Fiscal Year 2026-27 and setting a public hearing for July 9, 2026 in accordance with the provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
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Consider a resolution amending the Master Fee Schedules for aquatic center nonresident user fees or accept staff's recommendation to take no action G.
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CITY MANAGER UPDATES H. CITY COUNCIL MATTERS City Council Members report on attendance at intergovernmental agency meetings, conferences, and seminars since the last meeting. City Council Members may also announce upcoming events and coordinate attendance; rep...
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Adopt a resolution initiating proceedings for the formation of Landscaping and Lighting District No. 21 (Tract 8665) and ordering preparation of the required Engineer's Report pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 and
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DATE 05/14/2026 TO: Section 4 of Article XIIID of the California Constitution Resolution No. 11839
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Proclaiming designating May 17 to 23, 2026, as Public Works Week
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Adopt a resolution approving the Engineer’s Report, declaring intention to order formation of Landscaping and Lighting District No. 21 (Tract 8665) and to levy and collect assessments, and setting the public hearing date for July 9, 2026
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Adopt a resolution initiating the 2026 Weed Abatement Program and setting June 11, 2026, for public hearing Resolution No. 11840
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Proclamation designating May 17 to 23, 2026, as Emergency Medical Services Week in Newark
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Adopt a resolution to authorize the City Manager to execute an Amendment No. 1 to the master contractual services agreement with Fehr & Peers and approve an amendment to the 2024-2026 Biennial Budget and Capital Improvement Plan.
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Adopt a resolution approving a Contractual Services Agreement with WSP USA Inc. to conduct stormwater inspection services as required by the City's stormwater discharge permit Resolution No. 11841
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Adopt a resolution approving a Contractual Services Agreement with Verdantas Inc. to conduct stormwater inspection services as required by the City's stormwater discharge permit Resolution No. 11842
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Proclamation designating May 10 - 16, 2026 as National Police Week
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Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a cooperative agreement between the City and the Alameda County Water District (ACWD) for cost-sharing related to the waterline pavement restoration work associated with the
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Thornton Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Phase 1 project (CIP001366) E. PUBLIC HEARINGS F. OTHER BUSINESS
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Adopt a resolution awarding a contract to Plummerbuilt, Inc. for construction of the Service Center Fueling Facility (CIP 1310), consolidating related CIP Projects 1330, 1334, and 1335, and amend the FY 2024-2026 budget Resolution No.
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DATE 05/14/2026 TO: 11843 NONCONSENT
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Commending Officer Thomas Dale as Officer of the Year for 2025
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PUBLIC COMMENT The public is invited to address the City Council on any item not listed on the agenda.
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Public Comments are generally limited to 5 minutes per speaker. Please note that State law prohibits the Council from acting on non-agenda items.
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ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hannon adjourned the meeting at 6:50 p.m. _____________________________ Neetu Salwan, City Clerk
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DATE 05/14/2026 TO: Thursday, April 23, 2026, Regular Meeting Draft Minutes Page 1 of 6 CITY OF NEWARK CITY COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers 37101 Newark Boulevard, Newark, CA 94560 | (510) 578-4266 | E-mail: city.clerk@newarkca.gov DRAFT MINUTES Thursday, Apr...
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PUBLIC COMMENT Diann Castleberry, AC Transit representative, informed the City Council of potential future service reductions due to budget shortfalls, announced upcoming public outreach opportunities, and invited community feedback
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DATE 05/14/2026 TO: regarding proposed transit service scenarios. Vice Mayor Jorgens and Council Members Grindall, Catancio, and Little presented a commendation honoring Mayor Michael K. Hannon for his exemplary service and leadership, congratulating him on hi...
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CONSENT CALENDAR Consent Calendar items are considered to be routine and may be approved by one motion.
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There will be no separate discussion on these items unless there is a request by a Council Member, a staff member, or a member of the public to remove an item for separate discussion and action.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
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DATE 05/14/2026 TO: Thursday, April 23, 2026, Regular Meeting Draft Minutes Page 2 of 6 Council Member Little asked that Item No. D.3 be pulled for further discussion. No one from the audience requested to speak. Council Member Catancio moved, Council Member G...
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CLOSED SESSION J.
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ADJOURNMENT MEETING INFORMATION Members of the public may attend the meeting in person, watch online, or watch on Cable Channel
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