The special meeting of the Santa Clara City Council was called to order on September 30, 2025, with a roll call confirming the presence of Council members Gonzales, Shahal, Park, Jane, and Vice Mayor Cox. Mayor Gilmore was noted to be absent due to business commitments, and Council member Hardy was also excused from participation.

The council unanimously voted to excuse both Mayor Gilmore and Council member Hardy. Following this, the city attorney provided a report on two items scheduled for closed session. The first item involved a conference with labor negotiators concerning discussions with employee organizations, specifically the Santa Clara firefighters, electrical workers, and city engineers. The second item focused on negotiations related to the acquisition of easements for the city’s proposed 115 kV transmission project, specifically concerning property located at 881 Duane Avenue.

Before the council adjourned to closed session, the Vice Mayor inquired if any members of the public wished to comment on the closed session items. No public comments were made, either in person or online. The meeting then proceeded into closed session, with the city attorney indicating that any reportable actions would be announced following the session's conclusion.