City Council 4.27.26 Regular Meeting

The City Council of San Carlos held a regular meeting on April 27, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement topics included the approval of updated fee schedules for various city services such as traffic control plan reviews, community development, police subpoena fees, and recreational field use fees. The council discussed the introduction of a new secondary season player fee for sports fields, with some members expressing concerns about the equity and competitiveness of these fees compared to neighboring cities. The council voted to approve most fee adjustments but agreed to defer the secondary season fee for further study. Additionally, the council approved a memorandum of understanding with the City of Belmont to improve an emergency access gate, sharing costs estimated at $45,000. The meeting also covered a presentation on the Connect Bay Area local investment plan related to transit funding and a discussion on addressing recreational vehicle parking issues in commercial areas, with considerations for enforcement and outreach strategies. Finally, the council approved the employment agreement for the new city manager, Kathy, and discussed policies for early community notification on zoning exemption projects. No specific contract awards or RFPs were mentioned, but several policy and fee decisions could impact future procurement and vendor opportunities.