REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Public Hearing Pursuant to Government Code Section 3502.3 to Receive a Report on City of Sunnyvale Vacancies, and Recruitment and Retention Efforts
Report
BACKGROUND
Assembly Bill ("AB") 2561, codified in Government Code section 3502.3, passed in 2024, and requires public agencies to hold a public hearing to address the status of job vacancies prior to the adoption of the upcoming final budget. During this public hearing, the City must present information on the status of vacancies and the City's recruitment and retention efforts. If necessary, the City will identify necessary changes to policies, procedures, or recruitment activities that may lead to obstacles in the hiring process. This public hearing will ensure compliance with the new law.
EXISTING POLICY
Council Policy 7.3.1 Legislative Management - Goals and Policies, Goal 7.3D: Maintain a quality work force, consistent with state and federal laws, City Charter, and adopted policies in order to assure that City services are provided in an effective, efficient, and high-quality manner.
Requirements for reporting on the City's workforce vacancies, recruitment, and retention efforts is held in accordance with Government Code section 3502.3
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The action being considered does not constitute a "project" with the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5) in that is an administrative activity that will not result in a potentially significant impact to the environment.
DISCUSSION
Assembly Bill ("AB") 2561 passed in 2024, and requires public agencies to hold a public hearing to address the status of job vacancies prior to the adoption of the upcoming final budget. Staff will present the following required information at the public hearing:
1. The status of vacancies at the City of Sunnyvale.
2. Information on the City of Sunnyvale's recruitment and retention efforts.
3. Obstacles in the City ...
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