The meeting featured a demonstration by the Can Say Judo Studio. Key agenda items included a recognition ceremony for Rhonda Berry for her work with Our City Forest, highlighting her environmental contributions and community legacy. The council also formally welcomed the NorCal Rumble, a new professional women's volleyball team, and proclaimed a day in their honor.
Feb 24, 2026·Board meeting
City Council Meeting
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The City Council meeting commenced with the call to order and a quorum confirmation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and an invocation recognizing Lunar New Year, provided by Ununice Chang of the Korean-American Community Services Organization. Ceremonial items included commendations for the Pajama Plus Project, led by Libby Souder and Pali Sbrano, for donating pajamas and essentials to children, and a commendation for Sharky, the mascot for the San Jose Sharks, recognizing his community appearances and induction into the Mascot Hall of Fame. Following the close session report, the council addressed the consent calendar, which required separate consideration for item 2.8 due to a council member's recusal. In the report from the City Manager, recognition was given to the Planning, Building and Code Enforcement (PBCE) departments for implementing programs like 'popup permits' and the 'best prepared designer program' to improve customer service and efficiency in building services. The council also accepted a staff report regarding the annual summary of upcoming labor negotiations and discussed an item concerning a funding agreement with Affirmed Housing for affordable housing grant funds, with council direction given regarding scope modifications to improve efficiency and safety.