City Council - Regular Meeting
Agenda Items (9)
VACATION OF EASEMENT AT 44235 NOBEL DRIVE - Adopt a Resolution Summarily Vacating a Portion of a Storm Drain Easement at 44235 Nobel Drive in the Bayside Industrial Community Plan Area (PLN2025-00092) and Make Findings of CEQA Exemption.
5619Summary
The Fremont City Council will consider adopting a resolution to vacate a portion of a storm drain easement at 44235 Nobel Drive in the Bayside Industrial Community Plan Area. This action is requested by the property owner, EWA Fremont 44235 Owner, LLC, to facilitate tenant improvements. The original storm drain easement, dedicated in 1997, is no longer needed because the storm drainage pipe has been relocated as part of a building permit issued in July 2024. The developer has provided a new easement for the relocated pipe. City staff have confirmed that the easement is superseded by relocation, is excess land, and contains no other public facilities. Utility companies have consented to the vacation. The action is considered exempt from CEQA review under Section 15305 as a minor alteration to land use limitations.
Citizen Impact
This action will allow for tenant improvements at a commercial building on Nobel Drive. There is no direct fiscal impact on residents, and the vacation of the easement is considered a minor administrative action with no significant environmental impact.
Confidence
high
AWARD AND EXECUTE MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR ON-CALL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL CONSULTANT SERVICES – Authorize the City Manager to Award and Execute Master Services Agreements for On-Call Landscape Architectural Consultant Services to Gates Studio, Mennucci Design Group, and RRM Design Group, each for an amount not to exceed $1.25M over five years.
5607Summary
The Fremont City Council is considering authorizing the City Manager to award and execute Master Services Agreements for On-Call Landscape Architectural Consultant Services. Three firms – Gates Studio, Mennucci Design Group, and RRM Design Group – are proposed to be selected. Each agreement will have a not-to-exceed amount of $1.25 million and will be valid for a period of five years. These consultants will provide professional landscape architectural services for the design, construction, and rehabilitation of parks, landscaped areas, streetscapes, and other related projects, supplementing the City's in-house staff and addressing backlogs in approved Capital Improvement Projects (CIP). The selection process involved soliciting proposals from eighteen firms, followed by an evaluation by a panel of City staff based on qualifications, experience, proposal completeness, and billing rates.
Citizen Impact
Residents can expect improvements and maintenance to city parks, landscaped areas, and streetscapes as these agreements will allow the City to address a backlog of projects and supplement existing staff. This ensures that landscape architectural design and project coordination for public spaces can move forward efficiently.
Confidence
high
AUTHORIZE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH LS POWER GRID CALIFORNIA - Authorize the City Manager to Execute a 28-Month Lease Agreement with LS Power for 10 Acres at 6900 Automall Parkway
5610Summary
The City Council is considering authorizing the City Manager to execute a 28-month lease agreement with LS Power Grid California, LLC for 10 acres of land located at 6900 Automall Parkway. This land, currently part of the undeveloped Pacific Commons Sports Park site, will serve as a temporary laydown and staging area for LS Power's "Power the South Bay Project." This project involves installing a new 230 kilovolt transmission line through Fremont. The lease agreement includes a lump-sum payment of $2,500,344, which will be recognized in the Capital Improvement Fund and appropriated to the new Central Park Community Center project. LS Power is responsible for obtaining necessary permits and restoring the land to its original condition upon lease termination, though some improvements may be left if beneficial for the future park.
Citizen Impact
Residents will see a temporary laydown area used for critical infrastructure upgrades to the electrical grid. The lease revenue of $2,500,344 will directly fund the new Central Park Community Center project.
Confidence
high
TIRES FOR CITY FLEET VEHICLES - Authorize the City Manager to Amend a Purchase Order with East Bay Tire Co., Increasing the Amount by $35,000, for a New Not to Exceed Amount of $130,000 for Fiscal Year 2025/26
5613Summary
The Fremont City Council is considering authorizing the City Manager to amend a purchase order with East Bay Tire Co. This amendment would increase the purchase order amount by $35,000, bringing the new not-to-exceed total to $130,000 for the fiscal year 2025/26. This increase is necessary to continue purchasing tires for the city's fleet vehicles, which are essential for safety and operations. The city utilizes California General Services Contract No. 1-23-26-01B for these purchases, which offers cost savings through a public competitive solicitation process. Funding for this increase is available within the Maintenance Operations Department's General Fund budget.
Citizen Impact
This action ensures the city's fleet vehicles, including those used for essential services, will continue to have necessary tire replacements. There is no direct cost to residents as the funding is allocated from the existing departmental budget.
Confidence
high
PARTS AND SERVICE FOR FIRE APPARATUS - Authorize the City Manager to Amend a Purchase Order with Golden State Emergency Vehicle Service, Increasing the Amount by $85,000, for a New Not to Exceed Amount of $180,000 for Fiscal Year 2025/26
5614Summary
The Fremont City Council is asked to authorize the City Manager to amend a purchase order with Golden State Emergency Vehicle Service. This amendment will increase the purchase order amount by $85,000, bringing the new not-to-exceed total to $180,000 for Fiscal Year 2025/26. This increase is necessary to cover the costs of parts and off-site repair services for the City's fleet of Pierce fire apparatus, which are essential for the Fire Department's emergency response operations. Golden State Emergency Vehicle Service is the exclusive dealer for Pierce Manufacturing parts and services in Northern California, and costs for these essential components and repairs have been rising.
Citizen Impact
This action ensures the Fire Department's apparatus remain operational for emergency responses by covering necessary maintenance and repairs. Funding is available within the existing Maintenance Operations Department budget, meaning no additional taxes or fees will be levied on residents.
Confidence
high
VETERINARY CARE AND SPAY/NEUTER SERVICES - Authorize the City Manager, or her Designee, to increase the Purchase Order with Aborn Veterinary Hospital for an additional $100,000 for a total not-to-exceed amount of $199,000 for Animals at Tri-City Animal Shelter.
5620Summary
The Fremont City Council is considering authorizing the City Manager to increase a purchase order with Aborn Veterinary Hospital by an additional $100,000, bringing the total not-to-exceed amount to $199,000. This funding is for veterinary care, including spay/neuter services, for animals at the Tri-City Animal Shelter for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2025/26. Aborn Veterinary Hospital is the only local provider able to accommodate urgent same-day cases and routine procedures, as the city has been unable to fill its own veterinarian and veterinary technician positions. This increase ensures compliance with state and local laws requiring veterinary care and sterilization for shelter animals.
Citizen Impact
This action ensures that animals at the Tri-City Animal Shelter receive necessary medical care and sterilization, promoting public health and animal welfare. No direct cost increase to residents is anticipated, as the funds are allocated from the existing Animal Services operating budget.
Confidence
high
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