December 8, 2025 - San Leandro City Council Meeting

The City of San Leandro held a City Council meeting on December 8, 2025, which included significant discussions on procurement and contract management related to animal shelter services. The council reviewed and unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the city manager to execute the second amendment to the contract with East Bay SPCA for animal shelter services, extending the agreement with a total contract amount of approximately $398,000 for fiscal year 2027. The discussion highlighted the rising costs of the contract, the challenges in finding alternative providers, and the operational details of animal intake and quarantine procedures. Additionally, the council addressed procedural and disciplinary matters concerning council members, including scheduling a disciplinary hearing and discussing the release of an investigative report, though these topics were more focused on governance and policy rather than procurement. The meeting concluded with a tribute to a local community advocate.