July 7, 2025 - City Council Meeting

The City of San Leandro held a City Council meeting on July 7, 2025, where several key issues were discussed, including amendments to tobacco retailing regulations, oversized vehicle parking restrictions, and the city's 10-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) plan. The council considered repealing the all-electric building requirement due to a federal court ruling and discussed enforcement challenges related to tobacco retail licenses and oversized vehicle parking, particularly RVs. Public comments highlighted concerns from small business owners about the impact of tobacco retail restrictions and from residents and service providers about the need for safe parking options for RV dwellers. The council approved code amendments related to oversized vehicle parking but postponed decisions on tobacco retail and RV parking ordinances to allow for further community engagement. The CIP presentation outlined a $52 million budget plan focusing on water treatment, roadways, and storm drain projects, with a significant discussion on the unfunded Lake Shabbo Road repair project, emphasizing the need for updated cost estimates and grant funding to reopen the road to two-way traffic. Council members expressed support for prioritizing public safety and infrastructure repairs while balancing budget constraints. Motions to extend the meeting and approve parts of the CIP plan passed, with ongoing efforts to secure funding and community input on contentious issues.