City Council Meeting 4/28/2026

The City Council meeting of San Ramon on April 28, 2026, included extensive public comments primarily focused on the city's commemorative flag policy, particularly the flying of the pride flag in support of the LGBTQ+ community. Numerous speakers expressed strong support for continuing this tradition as a symbol of inclusion and safety. The council also received a detailed presentation from the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District on their operations, resources, and emergency response capabilities, including staffing, equipment, and behavioral health call protocols. Additionally, the council reviewed the 2025 annual report from the Library Advisory Committee, highlighting library usage, digital resource growth, and funding support. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to the city's fiscal year 2027 budget discussion, covering general fund expenditures, personnel costs, capital improvement program (CIP) management, and infrastructure maintenance fund (IMF) restructuring. The council discussed strategies for better financial oversight, separating maintenance from capital projects, and addressing long-term asset management. Finally, the council considered a proposal for community informational events on housing and transportation to improve public understanding and engagement, with discussion on objectives, staffing, and format. No contract awards or specific procurement actions were reported during this meeting.