January 13, 2025 - City Council Meeting

The City Council of San Leandro held a work session on January 13, 2025, primarily focused on legislative updates and advocacy strategies at the federal and state levels. Presentations covered the city's draft federal and state legislative platforms for 2025, highlighting priorities such as infrastructure funding, housing, immigration policies, and public safety. Key procurement-related discussions included the potential inclusion of the Lake Chabot Road project in federal and state funding platforms and the continuation of funding opportunities under the bipartisan infrastructure law through fiscal year 2026. The council also discussed the impact of federal immigration enforcement policies on sanctuary city status and the importance of advocacy to protect related funding. Additionally, the meeting included a comprehensive governance training covering the Brown Act, open meeting laws, teleconferencing rules, public records, social media use, and council member responsibilities. No contract awards or specific purchasing decisions were made during this session, but the discussions set the stage for future advocacy and funding pursuits.