Joint Council and Authorities Concurrent and Stadium Authority Meeting - April 7, 2026

The City of Santa Clara held a Joint Council and Authorities Concurrent and Stadium Authority Meeting on April 7, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of an amendment to the agreement with West Coast Turf for sod supply, delivery, and installation at Levi's Stadium, extending the term by one year with a 5% cost increase and delegating authority to the executive director for future amendments. The contract extension raised budget concerns, particularly regarding oversight and the single-bid procurement process. The council approved the extension with a 5-2 vote. Additionally, the council discussed a budget amendment to fund the implementation of the Paragon Technologies data integration platform for the police department, focusing on privacy, data governance, and audit controls. The contract was authorized, but the associated budget amendment failed to pass, requiring the department to fund the initial year internally. Other agenda items included a parking study budget for Franklin Mall, which was opposed by council members and the public, and a residential architectural review appeal. The meeting also featured presentations on regional transportation funding and library services, and a moment of silence honoring Rod Diridon Sr., a prominent local transportation leader.