May 18, 2026 - City Council Meeting

The City Council meeting of San Leandro on May 18, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key topics included the appointment of a new member to the senior commission and recognition of National Police Week honorees. Public comments focused heavily on local infrastructure concerns, particularly the reopening and repair of Lake Shabbo Road, with residents urging the council to prioritize funding and expedite repairs for safety and evacuation purposes. The council discussed the annual update to the city's fee schedule, including a proposed 2.8% CPI increase on various fees such as business license taxes and emergency medical services taxes. A motion to adopt the amended master fee schedule was passed unanimously. The council also voted to agendaize an urgent referral to reaffirm the city's intent to rehabilitate and reopen Lake Shabbo Road, with plans to discuss funding and project prioritization in a July meeting. Public concerns were raised about a consulting contract potentially worth up to $1 million over five years, and the use of Flock Safety license plate cameras, with calls to audit and reconsider the contract due to privacy and compliance issues. Overall, the meeting emphasized infrastructure funding, fee adjustments, and community safety projects, with motions passed to advance these priorities.