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Hayward City Hall 777 B Street Hayward, CA 94541 www.Hayward-CA.gov CITY OF HAYWARD Action Minutes City Council 7:00 PM Council ChambersTuesday, February 3, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING 777 B Street, Hayward, CA 94541 City Hall, Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Salinas Pledge of Allegiance: Council Member Goldstein ROLL CALL Council Member Angela Andrews, Council Member Ray Bonilla Jr, Council Member Daniel Goldstein, Council Member Julie Roche, Council Member George Syrop, Council Member Francisco Zermeno, and Mayor Mark Salinas Present: 7 - CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT The City Council convened in closed session on February 3, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., with all members present and no public speakers regarding conference with property negotiators pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8, about City Center (APNs 415-0250-111-02, 4 1 5 - 0 2 5 0 - 1 1 2 - 0 0 , 4 1 5 - 0 2 5 0 - 1 1 3 - 0 0 ) , C i n e m a P l a c e ( A P N s 4 2 8 - 0 0 6 6 - 0 8 5 - 0 0 , 428-0066-086-00), C St and Main St (APNs 428-0066-037-00, 428-0066-038-02 , 428-0066-038-01), Parcel Group 5 ( A P N s 4 4 5 - 0 2 7 0 - 0 5 4 - 0 2 , 4 4 5 - 0 2 6 0 - 0 8 4 - 0 3 , 445-0250-060-01, 445-0260-109-04, 445-0250-059-01, 445-0250-041-01, 445-0260-018-03 , 445-0260-018-04, 445-0260-109-03, and 445-0260-002-00), and Parcel Group 8 (APNs 415-0190-064-00, 415-0180-069-01, 415-0180-068-01, 415-0180-073-00, 415-0180-074-00 , 415-0180-075-00). City Attorney Lawson reported that the City Council met with its property negotiations team to discuss the item, gave direction to staff, but took no reportable action. The closed session adjourned at 6:47 p.m. Page 1CITY OF HAYWARD Tuesday, February 3, 2026 A copy of the official minutes is available by contacting the Office of the City Clerk.

February 3, 2026City Council Action Minutes PUBLIC COMMENTS Veronica Bartevian Reina Escovedo Ron Collins Jorge Flores Luis Santos Luis Barba, via Spanish interpreter Jose Huitron, via Spanish interpreter Pepe CITY MANAGER’S COMMENTS City Manager Ott PRESENTATIONS 1. Update on Federal and State Advocacy and Legislative Developments for the 2025-26 Session (Report from City Manager Ott) Information only; no action taken. CONSENT CALENDAR A motion was made by Council Member Syrop, seconded by Council Member Goldstein, to approve the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Council Member Syrop, Council Member Andrews, Council Member Zermeno, Council Member Bonilla Jr, Council Member Roche, Council Member Goldstein, and Mayor Salinas 7 - 2. Approve the City Council Minutes of the City Council Meeting on January 20, 2026 Minutes approved. 3. Adopt a Resolution Approving Garbage and Recycling Rate Adjustment for 2026-2027 Consent item approved, RES 26-008. 4. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Agreements with Alameda County Transportation Commission and Union Pacific Railroad to Facilitate Project Advancement Into the Construction Phase Consent item approved, RES 26-009. Page 2CITY OF HAYWARD Tuesday, February 3, 2026 A copy of the official minutes is available by contacting the Office of the City Clerk.

February 3, 2026City Council Action Minutes LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS 5. Residential Rent Stabilization and Tenant Protection Ordinance: Introduction of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 12, Article 1 of the Hayward Municipal Code to Extend the Arbitration Decision Deadlines and Include a Cost Recovery Process Consistent with Other Housing Program Fees (Report from Development Services Director Buizer) A motion was made by Council Member Syrop, seconded by Council Member Roche, to approve staff's recommendation. Intro Ord -_. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Council Member Syrop, Council Member Bonilla Jr, Council Member Roche, Mayor Salinas, Council Member Goldstein, Council Member Zermeno, and Council Member Andrews 7 - ADJOURNMENT Mayor Salinas adjourned the City Council meeting at 8:45 p.m. NEXT REGULAR MEETING, February 17, 2026, 7:00 PM Page 3CITY OF HAYWARD Tuesday, February 3, 2026 A copy of the official minutes is available by contacting the Office of the City Clerk.

City Council CITY OF HAYWARD Agenda Hayward City Hall 777 B Street Hayward, CA 94541 www.Hayward-CA.gov Council Chambers7:00 PMTuesday, February 3, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING 777 B Street, Hayward, CA 94541 City Hall, Council Chambers NOTICE: The City Council will hold a hybrid meeting in the Council Chambers and virtually via Zoom PUBLIC PARTICIPATION How to observe the Meeting: 1. Comcast TV Channel 15 2. Live stream https://hayward.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx 3. YouTube Live stream: https://www.youtube.com/user/cityofhayward How to submit written Public Comment: 1. Use eComment on the City's Meeting & Agenda Center webpage at: https://hayward.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx. eComments are directly sent to the iLegislate application used by City Council and City staff. Comments received before 3:00 p.m. the day of the meeting will be exported into a report, distributed to the City Council and staff, and published on the City's Meeting & Agenda Center under Documents Received After Published Agenda. 2. Send an email to List-Mayor-Council@hayward-ca.gov by 3:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. Please identify the Agenda Item Number in the subject line of your email. Emails will be compiled into one file, distributed to the City Council and staff, and published on the City's Meeting & Agenda Center under Documents Received After Published Agenda. Documents received after 3:00 p.m. through the adjournment of the meeting will be included as part of the meeting record and published the following day. How to provide live Public Comment during the City Council Meeting: Participate in the Council Chambers or click link below to join the meeting: https://hayward.zoom.us/j/85486979742?pwd=oMOPjBQxdNf6UpLgSb7WwgqCGyuLyi.1 Meeting ID: 854 8697 9742 Password: CCm2/3@7pm or Dial: +1 669 900 6833 or +1 646 931 3860 Meeting ID: 854 8697 9742 Password: 5059476367 Page 1CITY OF HAYWARD Tuesday, February 3, 2026

February 3, 2026City Council Agenda CITY COUNCIL MEETING 777 B Street, Hayward, CA 94541 City Hall, Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Salinas Pledge of Allegiance: Council Member Goldstein SB 707 TELECONFERENCE NOTIFICATIONS AND CONSIDERATION ROLL CALL CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT PUBLIC COMMENTS The Public Comments section provides an opportunity to address the City Council on items not listed on the agenda or Informational Staff Presentation items. The Council welcomes comments and requests that speakers present their remarks in a respectful manner, within established time limits, and focus on issues which directly affect the City or are within the jurisdiction of the City. As the Council is prohibited by State law from discussing items not listed on the agenda, items will be taken under consideration and may be referred to staff. The City Council welcomes comments, including criticism, about the policies, procedures, programs, or services of the City, or of the acts or omissions of the City Council. Speakers shall not use threatening, profane, or abusive language which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of a City Council. The City is committed to maintaining a workplace free of unlawful harassment and is mindful that City staff regularly attend Council meetings. Discriminatory statements or conduct that is hostile, intimidating, oppressive, or abusive – are per se disruptive to a meeting and will not be tolerated. ration and may be referred to staff. CITY MANAGER’S COMMENTS An oral report from the City Manager on upcoming activities, events, or other items of general interest to Council and the Public. PRESENTATIONS Update on Federal and State Advocacy and Legislative Developments for the 2025-26 Session (Report from City Manager Ott) RPT 26-0111. Attachments: Attachment I Townsend Public Affairs Attachment II Capitol Advocacy Partners Page 2CITY OF HAYWARD Tuesday, February 3, 2026

February 3, 2026City Council Agenda ACTION ITEMS The Council will permit comment as each item is called for the Consent Calendar, Public Hearings, and Legislative Business. In the case of the Consent Calendar, a specific item will need to be pulled by a Council Member in order for the Council to discuss the item or to permit public comment on the item. Please notify the City Clerk any time before the Consent Calendar is voted on by Council if you wish to speak on a Consent Item. CONSENT CALENDAR Approve the City Council Minutes of the City Council Meeting on January 20, 2026 MIN 26-0152. Attachments: Attachment I Draft Minutes of 1/20/2026 Adopt a Resolution Approving Garbage and Recycling Rate Adjustment for 2026-2027 CONS 26-0303. Attachments: Attachment I Staff Report Attachment II Resolution Attachment III WMAC Rates Survey Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Agreements with Alameda County Transportation Commission and Union Pacific Railroad to Facilitate Project Advancement Into the Construction Phase CONS 26-0314. Attachments: Attachment I Staff Report Attachment II Resolution Attachment III Hayward Crossing Exhibits LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS Residential Rent Stabilization and Tenant Protection Ordinance: Introduction of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 12, Article 1 of the Hayward Municipal Code to Extend the Arbitration Decision Deadlines and Include a Cost Recovery Process Consistent with Other Housing Program Fees (Report from Development Services Director Buizer) LB 26-0035. Attachments: Attachment I Staff Report Attachment II Amended RRSO Redline Edits Page 3CITY OF HAYWARD Tuesday, February 3, 2026

February 3, 2026City Council Agenda COUNCIL REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Council Members can provide oral reports on attendance at intergovernmental agency meetings, conferences, seminars, or other Council events to comply with AB 1234 requirements (reimbursable expenses for official activities). COUNCIL REFERRALS Council Members may bring forward a Council Referral Memorandum (Memo) on any topic to be considered by the entire Council. The intent of this Council Referrals section of the agenda is to provide an orderly means through which an individual Council Member can raise an issue for discussion and possible direction by the Council to the appropriate Council Appointed Officers for action by the applicable City staff. ADJOURNMENT NEXT REGULAR MEETING, February 17, 2026, 7:00 PM PUBLIC COMMENT RULES Any member of the public desiring to address the Council shall limit their comments to three (3) minutes unless less or further time has been granted by the Presiding Officer or in accordance with the section under Public Hearings. The Presiding Officer has the discretion to shorten or lengthen the maximum time members may speak. Speakers will be asked for their name before speaking and are expected to honor the allotted time. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE That if you file a lawsuit challenging any final decision on any public hearing or legislative business item listed in this agenda, the issues in the lawsuit may be limited to the issues that were raised at the City's public hearing or presented in writing to the City Clerk at or before the public hearing. Page 4CITY OF HAYWARD Tuesday, February 3, 2026

February 3, 2026City Council Agenda PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE That the City Council adopted Resolution No. 87-181 C.S., which imposes the 90-day deadline set forth in Code of Civil Procedure section 1094.6 for filing of any lawsuit challenging final action on an agenda item which is subject to Code of Civil Procedure section 1094.5. ***Materials related to an item on the agenda submitted to the Council after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, 777 B Street, 4th Floor, Hayward, during normal business hours. An online version of this agenda and staff reports are available on the City’s website. Written comments submitted to the Council in connection with agenda items will be posted on the City’s website. All Council Meetings are broadcast simultaneously on the City website, Cable Channel 15 - KHRT, and YouTube. *** Assistance will be provided to those requiring accommodations for disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Interested persons must request the accommodation at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting by contacting the City Clerk at (510) 583-4400 or cityclerk@hayward-ca.gov. Assistance will be provided to those requiring language assistance. To ensure that interpreters are available at the meeting, interested persons must request the accommodation at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting by contacting the City Clerk at (510) 583-4400. Page 5CITY OF HAYWARD Tuesday, February 3, 2026