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Cupertino studies March toward parkland-protection ballot measure, requests zoning map and legal review
Summary
City staff asked the council whether to explore a November 2026 ballot measure to require voter approval for rezoning parkland; council directed staff to return with a zoning map, legal review (including Government Code §38440), cost and timeline estimates and options for whether to include buildings such as the sports center.
City staff presented a study session on a possible November 2026 ballot measure to add voter approval protections for land designated as park and open space in Cupertino, prompting council questions about existing state law, zoning inconsistencies and the scope of any measure.
Acting Director of Administrative Services Jonathan Orozco told the council staff has researched measures in nearby cities and would seek direction before drafting any language. ‘‘This item seeks initial direction from council on whether to begin exploring potential ballot measures for the November 2026…
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