March 3, 2025 - City Council Meeting

The City Council meeting of San Leandro on March 3, 2025, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. A significant item was the approval of a $200,000 settlement related to a legal claim against the city. The council discussed a construction contract change order increase from 15% to 25% due to unforeseen base repairs and utility replacements, with concerns raised about adherence to the Project Labor Agreement (PLA) thresholds and budget overruns. The council also reviewed the city's wastewater utility rate study, proposing rate increases to fund a $55 million capital plan over five years, including grants and reserve funding, with a public hearing scheduled for May 5. Additionally, the council approved the renewal of the military equipment funding, acquisition, and use policy, including the purchase of kinetic breaching tools funded by grants, and reviewed the inventory and deployment of police military equipment. Public comments emphasized fiscal responsibility, transparency in contract management, and concerns about police militarization. The meeting concluded with council members sharing updates on community engagement and infrastructure projects.