City CouncilRedwood City
Study session confirms CEQA not required
The council noted that the item is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act.
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The council noted that the item is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act.
The city will approve a three‑year agreement with RRM Design Group for design services, not to exceed $400,000, with two optional one‑year extensions up to $140,000 each, total max $680,000.
Council is asked to authorize a contract with O’Grady Paving, Inc. for $2,851,242 to improve streets in the Centennial neighborhood.
Council will receive a 60 % design update for the flood‑protection project.
What's happening
Why it matters
The chosen design will shape how homes, schools, businesses and shoreline access are protected from future flooding.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The council voted 6‑1 to receive an update on the Redwood Shores Sea Level Rise Protection Project and directed staff to use Alternative 2 (Optimized Design) as the preferred basis for the 60 percent design deliverable to FEMA.
Decided Aug 24, 2026.
Council members discussed various items of interest.
Council will allow public comment on the consent calendar, council interest items, and items not on the agenda.
City Council is asked to approve and authorize the execution of 14 on-call agreements for engineering and transportation services.
The Council will hold a study session reviewing the current state of children and youth in Redwood City.
City Council is asked to approve five on-call professional service agreements for building inspections, plan check, code enforcement, and permitting.
City attorneys will discuss anticipated litigation under California Government Code §54956.9(d)(4).
What's happening
Why it matters
The outcomes could affect city finances and future development of the parcel.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Closed session not open to the public.
Email: council@redwoodcity.org
Submit comment: Written comments can be sent to council@redwoodcity.org before the meeting.
Decision update
The City Council unanimously authorized the initiation of litigation under California Government Code § 54956.9.
Decided Aug 24, 2026.
The city and IAFF Local 2400 have a tentative MOU for July 1 2026 through June 30 2029.
The council will consider a resolution to install all‑way stop signs at 14 intersections in the Centennial Neighborhood.
The council held a closed‑session to discuss anticipated litigation under California Government Code §54956.9(d)(4).
The City will change its stance from “Oppose Unless Amended” to a neutral position on SB 1164.
The City Engineer has certified that the new restroom building meets standards and is ready for final acceptance.
Council will rescind the City’s “Oppose Unless Amended” position on State bill SB 1164 (Cervantes) Elections.
What's happening
Why it matters
The City’s official position can influence how legislators view Redwood City’s priorities and may affect future state policy that impacts local elections.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the council meeting in person at 1017 Middlefield Road or via Zoom (Meeting ID 994 8182 5639).
Email: council@redwoodcity.org
Submit comment: Email council@redwoodcity.org with the agenda item number in the subject line before the meeting.
Decision update
The item “Change City stance to neutral on SB 1164 elections” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Aug 24, 2026.
Staff requests Council approval of annual operating expenditures of $112,000 or more per vendor for FY 2026‑27.
The council will vote to accept the written record of the July 27, 2026 meeting.
City Council will vote to approve and authorize payment of annual operating expenditures over $112,000 per vendor for FY 2026-27.
The City Council will approve and authorize the City Manager to sign 14 on‑call service agreements for engineering and transportation projects.
The Council will approve a three‑year services agreement with Walker Consultants for up to $250,000, with possible extensions totaling $400,000.
Council received an update on the Redwood Shores Sea Level Rise Protection Project.
Council is asked to adopt a resolution creating all‑way stops at 14 intersections in the Centennial Neighborhood.
City Council will authorize the City Manager to award the construction contract to O’Grady Paving, Inc. for $2,851,242.
The Council announced that the meeting will be held both in person and via Zoom due to just cause under Government Code §54953.8.3.
The City Council voted to approve five on‑call service contracts for building inspections, plan check, code enforcement and permitting.
What's happening
Why it matters
These agreements give the Building Division the staff it needs to keep inspections and permits moving quickly, preventing delays for homeowners and developers.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the City Council meeting in person at 1017 Middlefield Road or join via Zoom (Meeting ID 994 8182 5639).
Email: council@redwoodcity.org
Submit comment: Written comments can be emailed to council@redwoodcity.org before the meeting date.
Decision update
The council voted to approve every item on the Consent Calendar except items 7A, 7B, 7E, 7I, and 7J, and the motion passed unanimously. Those approved items are now approved.
Decided Aug 24, 2026.
Council voted to accept the Spinas Park Restroom Building Project as complete.
The city will enter a three‑year agreement with S.S.A. Landscape Architects, Inc. for services up to $200,000.
The City Council will hold a study session on children and youth initiatives.
Approve the successor MOU with IAFF Local 2400 for the period July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029.