Public Safety, Finance, and Strategic Support Committee Draft Minutes
The committee reviewed the status of the Downtown High-Acuity Referral System Coordinate Report. Additionally, the committee accepted three annual reports: the Pension and Healthcare Investment Performance Report for the Police and Fire Department Retirement Plan and the Federated City Employees' Retirement System for Fiscal Year 2025-2026; the Police Department's annual report on sworn personnel staffing, recruitment, hiring, and retention; and the Fire Department's annual report on call volumes and emergency response times.
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Joint City Council and Santa Clara Valley Water District Board Special Meeting
The City Council and the Santa Clara Valley Water District Board held a joint special meeting to discuss collaborative El Nino preparedness and joint messaging efforts. Key topics included a review of creek ownership and maintenance responsibilities, updates on joint emergency operations and action plans, and coordination between the agencies for storm response, public outreach, and post-storm recovery efforts.
Oct 8, 2026·Board meeting
Neighborhood Services and Education Committee Meeting
The committee discussed the Levitt Pavilion project, with an update scheduled for later in the year. The meeting focused on the annual report and work plan for the Senior Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission, highlighting debates regarding the advisory versus oversight roles of the commission. Additional discussion topics included the fiscal stability of the Family Camp and the possibility of initiating a pilot program to leverage skilled volunteer maintenance workers for park improvements, subject to union and safety considerations.
Oct 2, 2026·Board meeting
City Council Study Session
The City Council held a study session to review infrastructure financing tools designed to facilitate economic development, housing, and job creation. The discussion provided an educational overview of Community Facilities Districts (CFDs) and Enhanced Infrastructure Finance Districts (EIFDs), detailing the fundamental differences between the two mechanisms. Key aspects covered included tax structures, voter approval requirements, eligible project types, and the long-term fiscal analysis required for successful implementation.
