Fred Simon
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- Meetings spoken in
- 26
- Total speaking time
- 3:51:35
- Avg per meeting
- 8:54
- Segments
- 4787
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Top issues during term (20)
Proposed Warehouse Redevelopment at 3199 Alvarado Street
Will generate construction jobs, local operational employment, and development impact fees for city street and traffic improvements.
Independent Police Auditor Oversight and Flock System Audits
$405,000 for the initial 3-year term, with two 1-year renewal options up to $300,000, funded by state frontline grants.
Council Conflict Resolution and Rules Committee Scope
None anticipated directly from adopting the handbook policy.
Cannabis Retail Policy and Zoning Expansion
Potential generation of additional local tax revenue and economic development opportunities from expanded cannabis retail operations.
Lake Chabot Road Emergency Evacuation Route Repairs
None discussed.
Critical Infrastructure and Technology Replacement
Utilizes existing budgeted funds totaling over $5.4 million, with a proposed $300,000 contract amendment from remaining project balances.
ALPR Transparency and Outside Expert Presentations
Ongoing contract costs for automated license plate reader services.
Fiscal Year 2027 Mid-Cycle Budget and Arts Funding
Reduces library department expenditures by $850,000 across upcoming fiscal years and eliminates the $50,000 public art/grants budget.
Transition to District-Based Council Elections
Impact is currently absorbed within existing staff time and ongoing coordination with Alameda County election officials.
Data Center Development Concerns
Potential impact on municipal tax revenues and planning staff workload.
Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Performance and Revenue Trends
General fund revenues reached $150.2 million against a budget of $149.4 million, with total expenditures at $154.3 million.
Departmental Performance Measures and Service Delivery
Performance tracking impacts resource allocation and operational efficiency across city departments.
East Bay Greenway Regional Bikeway Construction
Funded largely through $130 million in external state, regional, and federal grants, alongside local transportation sales tax dollars.
Monarch Bay Golf Club Operations and Capital Planning
City net revenue from the golf course has declined from $1.82 million to $960,000.
Parking Minimums and Transportation Demand Management (TDM)
Impacts local merchant sales and municipal parking fee revenue.
Business License Tax Modernization
Could generate millions in additional annual general fund revenue.
Age-Friendly Initiative Priority Projects Update
Includes a $25,000 grant from Kaiser Permanente and over $112,000 annually from the county Area Agency on Aging.
Police Pursuit Policy and Public Safety Liability
Potential reduction in municipal liability associated with vehicle pursuits.
Feral Cat Colony Management and City Codes
Staff time required to research and draft municipal code updates.
Llewellyn Interim Housing & Drop-In Center First Annual Report
Operational funding is supported by state Homekey grants, federal funds, and county contributions.
Decisions during term (262)
Recorded while Simon was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Adopt Resolution Regarding Election Results Reporting for Measure F
Adopt Resolution Regarding District-Based Election Results for November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election
Consent Calendar Approval
Peregrine Data Integration Platform Agreement
ADJOURN
Consent Calendar Approval
Approval of Warehouse Project (PLN24-0030)
Fiscal Year 2026 Preliminary Year-End Financial and Performance Measures Report
Youth Advisory Commission Appointments
Consent Calendar Approval
Amendment No. 1 to City Manager Employment Agreement
Approval of July 15, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Creation of FLOC Safety Services Ad Hoc Committee
Continuance of Emergency Agenda Procedures Item
Approval of Minutes
Approval of Minutes of the July 21, 2026 Meeting
Adoption of Rolling Project Planning Process and July Prioritization Schedule
Arts, Culture and Library Commission Project Planning Process
Sponsorship of Rides & Readers Classic Car Show Award
Adjournment of the Meeting
Voting record (93)
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approve the Consent Calendar
approve staff's recommendation to adopt the resolution; to require an annual performance audit evaluating measures of success and an access-control audit conducted by the Independent Police Auditor; a
Peregrine Data Integration Platform Agreement
Approval of Option C Cannabis Policy Direction
Consent Calendar Approval
Zoning Code Amendments for Parking and TDM
Interim Police Chief Appointment
Business License Tax Modernization Ballot Measure Deferral
Approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Item 4c., removed for separate action.
that this Staff Report be Approved
Consent Calendar Approval
Rent Program Fees and General Fund Loan
Lake Chabot Road Urgency Referral Reconsideration and Vote
Believes the matter requires urgent attention to ensure senior safety and evacuation access.