Auburn City Council Minutes 7/13/2026
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
July 13, 2026
REGULAR SESSION
A Regular Meeting of the Auburn City Council was held at Auburn City Hall, 1225 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA on Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. witl Mavor Kelley Davis presiding and City Clerk Amy Lind recording the minutes
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Council Members Present: Sandra Amara, Alice Dowdin Calvillo, Rachel Radell-Harris, Kelley Davis
Council Members Absent: None
Staff Members Present: Interim City Manager James Lindsay, City Attorney Gary Bell, Public Works Director Mengil Deane, Planning Director Tia Klumpp, Human Resources Jennifer Leal, Economic Development Director Jonathan Wright, Building Official Michael Pinola, Fire Chiet John Rogers, Finance Director Gretchen Hoskins, Airport Manager Tyghe Richardson, and Police Lt. Huey
CLOSED SESSION:
By consensus of the Council without objection, adjourn to a Closed Session:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (Gov. Code, § 54957.6.) Name of City Negotiator Attending Closed Session: Gage Dungy, Jennifer Leal, and Gretchen Hoskins
Employee Organization: IAFF
Report Out of Closed Session: The Mayor stated there was no reportable action.
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Dowdin Calvillo spoke about the passing of Former Mayor and Council Member Mike Holmes and highlighted his many accomplishments. A moment of silence was held in his memory. The meeting was adjourned in his memory.
MAYOR'S COMMENDATIONS/ PROCLAMATIONS/ ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Sally Dawley and Trash Warriors Commendation
America the Entrepreneurial Proclamation
Recognition of Sean Rabé, Former City Manager
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ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
The agenda was approved as presented by consensus of the Council.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Items 7 and 10 were removed from the consent calendar for further discussion and separate vote.
1. Minutes
By Motion, approve the City Council minutes of 5/11/2026, 5/18/2026, 6/1/2026 and 6/22/2026.
2. Report of Investment Transactions - June 2026
Receive, review, and file the City of Auburn Monthly Report of Investment Transactions for the month ending June 30, 2026.
3. Amended Appropriation (GANN) Limits
By Resolution 26-79, approve amended FY 2025-26 and FY 2026-27 Appropriation (GANN) Limit values to correct a formula error in the calculations.
Assignment of Airport Ground Lease
By Resolution 26-80, approve the assignment of the ground lease for Hangar 75 and authorize the Interim City Manager to sign all documents.
Fiscal Year 2025-26 Annual Inspection Report
By Resolution 26-81, acknowledge receipt of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Annual Inspection Report on the City of Auburn Fire Department's Compliance with SB1205 and California Health and Safety Code Section 13146.4.
6. Professional Services Agreement for On-Call Land Surveying and City Surveyor Services
By Resolution 26-82, authorize • the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with R.E.Y. Engineers, Inc. for On-Call Land Surveying and City Surveyor Services.
2026 ADA Curb Ramp Upgrade Project - Award of Contract and Environmental Determination
Removed from the consent calendar, see item 12a.
8. Purchase of Milling Machine for the Public Works Department By Resolution 26-83, authorize the Public Works Director to purchase a replacement milling machine for use within the Public Works Department, and approve a FY 2026-27 budget adjustment. 2 Auburn City Council Minutes 7/13/2026
2025/2026 Road Maintenance Project - Notice of Completion By Resolution 26-84, authorize the Public Works Director to execute the Notice of Completion for the 2025/2026 Road Maintenance Project.
10. Pacific Avenue and Pleasant Avenue Bicycle Improvement Project - Award of Contract and Environmental Determination
Removed from the consent calendar; see item 12b.
11. Incorporate a List of Projects Funded by SB1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act for the FY 2026/2027
By Resolution 26-85, approve the list of projects to be funded by SB 1:
The Road Repair and Accountability Act into the Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Gas Tax Fund Budget.
12. Consideration of a Resolution Approving a Successor Memorandum of Understanding with the Auburn Firefighters IAFF Local 4110 (LAFF)
By Resolution 26-86, approve the negotiated terms and authorize the City Manager to execute a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Auburn and the Auburn Firefighters IAFF Local 4110 (IAFF) for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028. *** end of consent calendar ***
By Motion, approve the consent calendar excluding items 7 and 10.
The motion was made by Council Member Dowdin Calvillo and seconded by Council Member Amara and approved by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Amara, Dowdin Calvillo, Radell-Harris, Davis
Noes:
Absent:
12a. 2026 ADA Curb Ramp Upgrade Project - Award of Contract and Environmental Determination
By Resolution 26-87, execute a Construction Agreement plus contingency with Central Valley Engineering & Asphalt Inc. for the 2026 ADA Curb Ramp Upgrade Project in the amount not to exceed (with 10% contingency) $195,215.90; and
By Resolution 26-88, find the 2026 ADA Curb Ramp Upgrade Project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act per Section 16301 (Existing Facilities) and Section 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction).
The motion was made by Council Member Dowdin Calvillo and seconded by Mayor Davis and approved by the following roll call vote:
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Ayes: Dowdin Calvillo, Radell-Harris, Davis
Noes: Amara
Absent:
12b. Pacific Avenue and Pleasant Avenue Bicycle Improvement Project - Award of Contract and Environmental Determination
Public Works Director Mengil Deane presented this item.
Council questions and comments followed. An amendment was proposed to add a pedestrian zone.
Public comment: Sue Engle, Alex Anderson, Bob Peterson and Steve Boswell. 7 support letters were received in the City Clerk's office prior to the meeting.
Council members spoke about the Active Transportation Plan, mobility in the community, restricted LTF funds and inclusion in CIP.
By Resolution 26-89, authorize the City Manager to execute a Construction Agreement plus contingency "to include the pedestrian zone and dots" with Sierra Traffic Markings, Inc. for the Pacific Street and Pleasant Avenue Bicycle Improvement Project in the amount not to exceed (with 10% contingency) $85,734.00; and
By Resolution 26-90, find the Pacific Avenue and Pleasant Avenue Bicycle Improvement Project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per Section15301 (Existing Facilities) and Section 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction).
The motion was made by Council Member Dowdin Calvillo and seconded by Council Member Amara and approved by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Amara, Dowdin Calvillo, Radell-Harris, Davis
Noes:
Absent:
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Council Member Dowdin Calvillo expressed interest in addressing parking issues that arise during significant events at the High School.
Mayor Davis recognized the sponsors of the Fourth of July fireworks.
Council Member Radell-Harris also spoke about the Fourth of July events and thanked everyone involved.
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Jim Holmes acknowledged the Auburn Recreation District for the Fourth of July events. He thanked everyone for their remarks and concerns regarding the passing of his brother, Mike Holmes. He also spoke about the vacancy on the Council and recommended Bridget Powers for appointment.
Sue Engle addressed traffic concerns during significant events in the Borland and Cherry areas.
Daren, whose last name was not provided, spoke about concerns regarding the local economy and vacant commercial properties.
Tim Dewitt, resident of Auburn, spoke about conditions of approval for Auburn Bluffs.
COUNCIL BUSINESS:
13. Employment Agreement with James Lindsay as Interim City Manager City Attorney Gary Bell presented this item.
By Resolution 26-91, appoint and approve an Employment Agreement with James Lindsay as Interim City Manager.
The motion was made by Mayor Davis and seconded by Council Member Dowdin Calvillo and approved by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Amara, Dowdin Calvillo, Radell-Harris, Davis
Noes:
Absent:
14. City Council Vacancy
City Clerk Lind presented this item. The application was amended to allow for submittal of a resume as well.
Council held a discussion and by motion, open up the application period and fill the vacancy by appointment.
The motion was made by Council Member Dowdin Calvillo and seconded by Council Member Amara and approved by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Amara, Dowdin Calvillo, Radell-Harris, Davis
Noes:
Absent:
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15. Six-Month Review of the Sub-Joint Operations Agreement between the Auburn Fire Department and the Placer Hills Fire Protection District
Fire Chief Rogers provided a report regarding the Auburn Fire Department's six-month review of the Sub-Joint Operations Agreement with the Placer Hills Fire Protection District. No action was taken.
16. Designation as a Qualified Federal Opportunity Zone under the 2027 Opportunity Zone Program
Economic Development Director Wright presented this item.
By Resolution 26-92, recommend that the State of California nominate Census Tract 06061020300, located within the City of Auburn, for designation as a Qualified Opportunity Zone under the 2027 Opportunity Zone designation process established by federal law.
The motion was made by Council Member Amara and seconded by Council Member Radell-Harris and approved by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Amara, Dowdin Calvillo, Radell-Harris, Davis
Noes:
Absent:
17. City Council Rules and Procedures
City Clerk Lind presented the item. Due to requested amendments to the rules, it was decided by consensus to bring the item back for final approval at the next Council meeting. The presentation in the staff report will be held off until early 2027 to allow for the new Council to be present.
REPORTS:
18. City Manager Report
Interim City Manager Lindsay presented a report to the Council, providing updates and information on relevant matters.
19. Future Agenda Items
None
20. City Council Committee Reports
City Council Members provided reports on the meetings of their respective appointed committees and commissions.
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ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Davis adjourned the meeting in memory of the late Former Mayor and Council Member Mike Holmes, at 8:07 p.m.
Amy Lind,/ City Clerk
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