CITY OF CITRUS HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Regular Meeting of Thursday, January 27, 2022
City Hall Council Chambers
Meeting Held Virtually
CALL REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER
The regular council meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Middleton.
1. The Flag Salute was led by Council Member Miller.
2. Roll Call: Council Members present: Bruins, Daniels, Miller, Schaefer, Middleton Council Members absent: None
Staff present: Blomquist, Boyd, Cave, Huber, Jones, Kempenaar, Poole, Prasad, Reid, Russo, Van, Young, and Zenoni.
3. The video statement was read by City Clerk Van.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Bruins, seconded by Council Member Miller, the City Council approved the agenda.
AYES: Bruins, Daniels, Miller, Schaefer, Middleton
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND REGIONAL BOARD UPDATES
Council Member Bruins attended ribbon cutting ceremonies for two new Citrus Heights businesses. She provided an update from Sacramento Area Sewer District and Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District Board meetings.
Council Member Daniels provided an update from the Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District Board meeting. Council Member Daniels shared the number of rebates issued through the SMAQMD electric vehicle rebate program.
Council Member Miller attended the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce Installation dinner. He also provided an update from the Regional Transit ad hoc committee meeting. Council Member Miller shared an update from the Citrus Heights Connect meeting. He shared information for the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce upcoming corn hole event. Council Member Miller shared information for Heights Church, located at 6540 Sylvan Road, and the donation drive they have every fourth Sunday of every month.
Vice Mayor Schaefer provided an update from the Sacramento Public Library Authority board meeting.
Mayor Middleton had no updates.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Bridget Duffy addressed the Council regarding her opposition to COVID-19 vaccinations and mask mandates.
CONSENT CALENDAR
4. SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 13, 2022
5. SUBJECT: Utility Locating and Marking Services - Professional Agreement STAFF: R. Cave/ M. Poole
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2022-006, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with National Utility Locators, LLC, for Utility Locating and Marking Professional Services
6. SUBJECT: 2021 Greenback Lane Complete Streets Improvement Project Award of Contract – City PN 45-20-002
STAFF: R. Cave/ L. Blomquist/ H. Young
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2022-007, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute an Agreement with McGuire and Hester for the 2021 Greenback Lane Complete Streets Improvements Project
7. SUBJECT: 2021 Greenback Lane Complete Streets Improvements Project Award of Construction Management, Inspection, and Materials Testing Services Agreement – City PN 45-20-002 STAFF: R. Cave/ L. Blomquist/ H. Young
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2022-008, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with Psomas to Provide Construction Management, Inspection, and Materials Testing Services for the 2021 Greenback Lane Complete Streets Improvements Project
8. SUBJECT: Adoption of Resolution Authorizing the Submittal of Applications for All CalRecycle Grant and Payment Programs for which the City is Eligible
STAFF: M. Poole
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2022-009, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the Submittal of Applications for All CalRecycle Grant and Payment Programs for Which the City is Eligible
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Daniels, seconded by Council Member Bruins, the City Council adopted Consent Calendar Items 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.
AYES: Bruins, Daniels, Miller, Schaefer, Middleton
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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PUBLIC HEARING
9. SUBJECT: Public Hearing Regarding Rate Increases by Republic Services for its Residential Garbage, Recycling, and Organic Waste Services in the City of Citrus Heights STAFF: M. Poole
RECOMMENDATION: The following is recommended;
a. Conduct a Public Hearing to receive public comment and accept written protests on the proposed residential solid waste rate increases; and
b. Adopt Resolution No. 2022 - 010, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Affirming the Customer Rate Schedule Effective July 1, 2022 through December 31, 2027 as Set Forth in the 2021 Amended and Restated Residential Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Services Agreement with Allied Waste Services of North America, LLC
Operations Manager Poole provided an overview of the proposed residential rate increases by Republic Services for its residential garbage, recycling, and organics waste services. On October 28, the City Council approved the residential amendment with Republic Services. Since October, staff have conducted extensive public outreach for the proposed organics and waste service rate increases. The proposed organics recycling will affect residents and businesses within Citrus Heights.
The proposed amendment with Republic Services includes collection and cart options, processing options, outreach and education, monitoring and reporting, and updating the implementation schedule. Customer rates remain as low as possible. With the proposed changes, rates would increase 3.5% effective January 2022 with the 26.2% rate increase coming into effect July 2022. Staff recommends holding the public hearing for public comment and then staff will count the protests received and report to the City Council for further action.
Council comments and discussion followed.
Mayor Middleton opened the public hearing at 7:41 p.m.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Roger Johnson provided a written comment, “2 rate increases in a 6 month period does not make sense. The 2nd rate increase actually increases the 1st increase. Please inform the Public in detail what the cost per can size is PER each type of can. This is a HUGE increase for those of Us that are Seniors, Veterans, Immigrants and living on 'fixed incomes'. Please reconsider, Thank You and BE Well.”
John Kane addressed the Council regarding the proposed rate increase for organics and recycling services.
He stated he believes mandates from the state should be covered by the state and not residents. He shared his opposition on the proposed rate increases and encouraged Council to find a different level of increases in the future.
Glenda Green addressed the Council regarding her support of SB 1383. She stated she is in favor of composting and already does so at her home. She pointed out that while the increases are high, residents will have an option to receive a smaller trash bin for a lower cost.
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Bridget Duffy addressed the Council regarding her opposition to the proposed rate increases. She stated the additional pickups will create additional carbon emissions as opposed to benefitting the community.
Mayor Middleton closed the public hearing at 7:54 p.m.
The Council continued Item 9 to later in the meeting.
REGULAR CALENDAR
10. SUBJECT: Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
STAFF: B. Zenoni/ R. Prasad
RECOMMENDATION: City Council Accept and File the City of Citrus Heights Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2021
Interim Administrative Services Director Zenoni introduced the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, which was provided to Council. This annual document provides a summary of the City’s financial trends. The City’s annual audit was reviewed by the Finance Committee on January 11.
Brandon Young, with LSL, CPA’s and Advisors shared the results of the City’s annual financial audit. The 2021 audit was found to have no errors or comments.
The City Council accepted and filed the City of Citrus Heights Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 202.1
The Council returned to Item 9.
City Clerk Van reported 108 written protests received from residents.
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Bruins, seconded by Council Member Miller, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-010, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Affirming the Customer Rate Schedule Effective July 1, 2022 through December 31, 2027 as Set Forth in the 2021 Amended and Restated Residential Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Services Agreement with Allied Waste Services of North America, LLC.
AYES: Bruins, Miller, Middleton
NOES: Daniels, Schaefer
ABSENT: None
11. SUBJECT: Approval of Economic Development Support Fund Grant Request by the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce
STAFF: M. Huber
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2022 - 011, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Approving an $14,848 Economic Development Grant for the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce from the Economic Development Support Fund – Part I
Economic Development and Communications Manager Huber presented on application for funding from the Economic Development Support Fund – Part 1. The Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce applied for funding Citrus Heights City Council Minutes Thursday, January 27, 2022
in the amount of a $10,000 diamond sponsorship and an additional amount of $4,848 for use of the Citrus Heights Community Center for monthly luncheons.
Diane Ebbitt, Executive Director of the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce, addressed Council regarding the request. Ebbitt outlined the diamond sponsorship, which included attendance for the monthly luncheons, advertising, e-blasts, and more. Additionally, the Chamber will be holding their monthly luncheons at the Citrus Heights Community Center and utilizing Citrus Heights caterers.
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Daniels, seconded by Vice Mayor Schaefer, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-011, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Approving an $14,848 Economic Development Grant for the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce from the Economic Development Support Fund – Part I.
AYES: Bruins, Daniels, Miller, Schaefer, Middleton
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
12. SUBJECT: Citrus Heights Small Business COVID Recovery Grant Program Approval STAFF: C. Boyd/ B. Zenoni/ M. Huber
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2022 - 012, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Establishing The Citrus Heights Small Business Covid Recovery Grant Program And Approving An Amendment To The Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget
Economic Development and Communications Manager Huber introduced the Small Business COVID Recovery Grant Program. The program has a total of $323,763 from the American Recovery Program Act (ARPA) funds received in May of 2021. The guidelines for the grant program outline necessary requirements a business must meet in order to receive funds. Staff will launch a streamlined and expedited process following approval. Within 30 days, the grant program will be launched and ready to receive applications.
Council comments and discussion followed.
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Daniels, seconded by Council Member Bruins, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022 - 012, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Establishing The Citrus Heights Small Business COVID Recovery Grant Program And Approving An Amendment To The Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget.
AYES: Bruins, Daniels, Miller, Schaefer, Middleton
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
None
CITY MANAGER ITEMS
Interim City Manager Boyd addressed the Council and thanked them and staff for continued support over the years.
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ITEMS REQUESTED BY COUNCIL MEMBERS/ FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Miller requested staff draft a resolution for a future Council meeting in opposition of AB 1383 to the Governor and State Legislature. Council Member Bruins and Vice Mayor Schaefer seconded the request.
Council Member Daniels requested City Attorney Jones look in to the legal parameters of unfunded state mandates.
Vice Mayor Schaefer suggested a five-year moratorium on approving drive-thru restaurants in Citrus Heights.
Council Member Daniels supported bringing the item back for further discussion. Mayor Middleton suggested bringing the item back as a study session item for discussion. Council Member Bruins stated she has a problem with the word moratorium and suggested we bring it back for a discussion item to address the situation.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Middleton adjourned the regular meeting at 9:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Amy Van, City Clerk