Item 05 - Minutes from the Regular Meetings of May 5, 2026 and May 19, 2026

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STAFF PRESENTATIONS 6. Economic Development Presentation MINUTES: Community Development Director Michael Garcia provided a presentation regarding the City's Economic Development Division. Councilmember Bacerra inquired regarding the Hotel Feasibility study, suggested looking into improvements to existing hotels, looking into bringing in more hotels to the City, and incentives to attract people and more revenue to the City. Director Garcia explained the Hotel Feasibility timeline. Councilmember Lopez spoke in support of the initiatives for vacant lands and diversifying businesses throughout the City. Councilmember Vazquez thanked staff for the presentation and their hard work. Mayor Amezcua echoed Councilmember Lopez's comments regarding vacant properties. CLOSED SESSION REPORT—The City Attorney will report on any action(s)from Closed Session. MINUTES: City Attorney Sonia Carvalho reported Council action by a vote of 6-0 (Councilmember Hernandez absent) regarding Closed Session Agenda Item No. 3B to settle the case for$60,000. Councilmember Phan announced her recusal regarding Closed Session Agenda Item No. 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS--Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and non-agenda items. MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall reported out the summary of email comments received (14)Agenda Item No. 10, three (3)Agenda Item No. 11, (11) Agenda Item No. 28, (14) Agenda Item No. 29, six (6) Agenda Item No. 30, and six (6) non-agenda comments. The following speakers addressed City Council in-person: 1. Nancy Robles spoke in support ofAgenda Item No. 28 and spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 30 against furloughs. 2. Jared Lindo requested a park at Washington Square Neighborhood. 3. Ed Murashie spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 29 and the Historic Resources Commission. CITY COUNCIL 5 MAY 5, 2026