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Board will approve Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Development Consulting Services Agreement with Sheryl Schaffner.
Board will approve Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Development Consulting Services Agreement with Linda Lubin Thompson DBA L²T, extending the term to August 31, 2027.
Approve the draft minutes from the June 23, 2026 regular meeting.
The board approved a resolution allowing the Director of Property to amend a lease for about 8,646 rentable square feet at 601 Van Ness Avenue, Suite P, with Opera Plaza L.P.
The council will adopt a resolution to place charter amendments on the November 3, 2026 ballot to change to district elections, update council meeting scheduling, and revise outdated provisions.
The Council will adopt a resolution to approve an alternative purchasing procedure with Coordinated Resources, Inc. for furnishings and installation services for the Marina Branch Library Restoration Project, amount $183,466.41, with a $30,000 contingency reserve.
Council will authorize an agreement with Ingram Library Services to provide library materials up to $500,000 annually for fiscal years 2025‑26 through 2027‑28.
Council will approve Amendment No. 1 to the agreement with Bosco Oil, Inc. for diesel fuel procurement, raising the total contract amount to $719,000 and adding a $45,600 contingency.
The Council will issue a proclamation recognizing Disability Pride Month.
City Council will approve a two‑year lease for the PLUR Café at the Main Library.
Council will adopt a resolution to place a charter amendment measure on the November 3, 2026 ballot to update election processes and council procedures.
Appoint Seema Patel to the Planning Commission for a full term from July 20, 2026 through June 10, 2030.
The City Council will approve the mayor to execute a $50,000 amendment to the contract with Thermal Mechanical Inc. for citywide HVAC repairs up to $200,000 annually.
What's happening
Why it matters
Maintaining heating, ventilation, and air‑conditioning systems keeps city buildings safe and functional for residents and staff.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The City Council unanimously authorized the Mayor to execute a $50,000 amendment to the contract with Thermal Mechanical Inc. for citywide HVAC system repair, with total annual spending not to exceed $200,000, and found the project CEQA exempt. This action is final.
Decided Jul 20, 2026.
The City Council will authorize the city manager to execute a $35,000 amendment with Apex Testing Laboratories for testing and inspection services on the Community Rebuild Project (CIP 301-678).
What's happening
Why it matters
The testing services help ensure the rebuild project meets quality and safety standards.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The City Council unanimously authorized the City Manager to execute Contract Amendment No. 2 for $35,000 with Apex Testing Laboratories for testing and inspection services on the Community Rebuild Project. This action is final.
Decided Jul 20, 2026.
The City Council will authorize the mayor to execute master professional service agreements with 28 selected consulting firms for on‑call civil, construction, engineering, and related services.
What's happening
Why it matters
These agreements give the city ready access to expert services for future projects, affecting infrastructure development and fiscal planning.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The City Council unanimously authorized the Mayor to execute master professional service agreements with 28 selected consultants for on‑call civil, construction, engineering, and related services, and similarly authorized the EMID President to do the same. This action is final.
Decided Jul 20, 2026.
The council will vote to approve the minutes from the June 15, 2026 meeting.
The Planning Code will be amended to list the Richard Spreckels Mansion / Buena Vista Studios at 737 Buena Vista Avenue West as a landmark.
What's happening
Why it matters
Landmark status protects the building’s historic character and guides any future changes.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board voted to recommend that the Richard Spreckels Mansion / Buena Vista Studios be designated as a historic landmark.
Decided Jul 20, 2026.
The Planning Code will be amended to list the William Shaughnessy Home at 394 Fair Oaks Street as a landmark.
What's happening
Why it matters
Landmark status protects the building’s historic character and guides any future changes.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board voted to recommend that the William Shaughnessy Home be designated as a historic landmark.
Decided Jul 20, 2026.
The Planning Code will be amended to list the Tietz-Beneke House at 657 Chenery Street as a landmark.
What's happening
Why it matters
Landmark status protects the building’s historic character and guides any future changes.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The Board voted to recommend that the Tietz-Beneke House be designated as a historic landmark.
Decided Jul 20, 2026.
The Planning Code will be amended to list the Phoenix Brewery at 552 Noe Street as a landmark.
What's happening
Why it matters
Landmark status protects the building’s historic character and guides any future changes.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The Board voted to recommend that the Phoenix Brewery be designated as a historic landmark.
Decided Jul 20, 2026.
The Planning Code will be amended to list the Second Church of Christ Scientist at 651 Dolores Street as a landmark.
What's happening
Why it matters
Landmark status protects the building’s historic character and guides any future changes.
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 Board voted to recommend that the Second Church of Christ Scientist be designated as a historic landmark.
Decided Jul 20, 2026.
The committee will consider an ordinance that raises the amount the Board of Supervisors can delegate to the City Attorney for settling claims from $25,000 to $100,000.
Members will elect a chair and a vice‑chair for the commission.
The Authority will vote to approve the written record of the April 15, 2026 meeting.
