CITY OF CITRUS HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Special/ Regular Meeting of Thursday, June 9, 2022
City Hall Council Chambers and Virtually
6360 Fountain Square Drive
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
CALL SPECIAL MEETING TO ORDER
The special council meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Middleton
1. Roll Call: Council Members present: Bruins, Daniels, Miller, Schaefer, Middleton Council Members absent: None
Staff present: Cave, Feeney, Herman, Jones, Reid, Smith, Spencer, Van
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
CLOSED SESSION
2. THREAT TO PUBLIC SERVICES OR FACILITIES
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 – this is routine training conducted annually with the City Council in the event a threatening situation occurs at a Council Meeting Consultation with: Citrus Heights Police Department and City Attorney Ryan Jones
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
There was no reportable action from closed session.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Middleton adjourned the special meeting at 6:48 p.m.
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 Bruins.
2. Roll Call: Council Members present: Bruins, Daniels, Miller, Schaefer, Middleton Council Members absent: None
Staff present: Bermudez, Blomquist, Cave, Feeney, Jones, Kempenaar, Poole, Reid, Turcotte, Van, and Zenoni.
3. The video statement was read by City Clerk Van.
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APPROVAL OF AGENDA
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Miller, seconded by Vice Mayor Schaefer, 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 Daniels shared information on cooling centers in Citrus Heights that will be open on June 10th.
Council Member Bruins provided an update from the Police Activities League meeting. She shared information on upcoming PAL events. She thanked the Kiwanis Club for a $500 donation to PAL to cover activities for children. Council Member Bruins shared information for a “Work Day” at San Juan Park on June 18 hosted by the Area 7, 8 and 9 (CHASEN) Neighborhood Association. She also shared information for National Night Out on August 2.
Council Member Miller attended the Memorial Day observation at Sylvan Cemetery and the Capital Pops concert at the Veterans Center.
Vice Mayor Schaefer had no updates at this time.
Mayor Middleton had no updates at this time.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Michael Nishimura, the new REACH President, addressed the Council regarding the Community Park Clean- up day at San Juan Park on June 18. This event is open to all community members and will provide volunteers with lunch and refreshments.
CONSENT CALENDAR
4. SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 26, 2022
5. SUBJECT: Approve Resolution for Continued Remote Meetings in Accordance with AB 361 STAFF: A. Van / R. Jones
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2022-038, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Making the Legally Required Findings to Continue to Authorize the Conduct of Remote “Telephonic” Meetings During the State of Emergency
6. SUBJECT: November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election STAFF: A. Van
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2022-039, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Calling a General Municipal Election and Requesting the Board of Citrus Heights City Council Minutes Thursday, June 9, 2022
Supervisors of Sacramento County to Consolidate the General Municipal Election with the Statewide General Election to be held on November 8, 2022 Pursuant to Section §10403 of the Elections Code
7. SUBJECT: Approval of a Resolution Acknowledging that the City of Citrus Heights will be Included in the Article 34 Affordable Housing Ballot Measure Proposed by the County of Sacramento for the November 2022 Election
STAFF: C. Kempenaar/ N. Piva
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2022-040, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Acknowledging the City of Citrus Heights will be Included in the Article 34 Affordable Housing Ballot Measure Proposed by the County of Sacramento for the November 2022 Election
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Bruins, seconded by Vice Mayor Schaefer, the City Council adopted Consent Calendar Items 4, 5, 6, and 7.
AYES: Bruins, Daniels, Miller, Schaefer, Middleton
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC HEARING
8. SUBJECT: PLN-22-07 – Draft Amendment to the General Plan Safety Element STAFF: C. Kempenaar/ E. Singer
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2022-041, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Finding the Project is Exempt from CEQA per Section 15061(b)(3) and Approving the Proposed General Plan Amendment to Include the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan into the Community Health Section of the General Plan as Presented
Senior Planner Bermudez presented the amendment to the General Plan to include the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). The LHMP is updated every five years. The City Council adopted the Sacramento County Local Hazard Mitigation plan in February 2022. The City will need to amend the Community Safety Element chapter of the General Plan to include the LHMP to remain eligible for federal hazard mitigation funding.
Mayor Middleton opened the public hearing at 7:15 p.m. hearing no public comments, she closed the public hearing.
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Bruins, seconded by Council Member Miller, the City Council adopted a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Finding the Project is Exempt from CEQA per Section 15061(b)(3) and Approving the Proposed General Plan Amendment to Include the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan into the Community Health Section of the General Plan as Presented
AYES: Bruins, Daniels, Miller, Schaefer, Middleton
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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REGULAR CALENDAR
9. SUBJECT: Changing the Time of Regular City Council Meetings STAFF: A. Van
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2022-042, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Changing the Time for Regular Meetings of the City Council
City Clerk Van shared a presentation with Council on changing the time of regular City Council meetings. The City Council has been meeting on the 2nd and 4th of each month at 7:00 p.m. The meeting time was adopted by the City Council in 2005 in order to broadcast City Council meetings live on Metro Cable 14. At the May 10 Strategic Planning session, Council Members discussed the potential change in the meeting time in hopes of promoting public participation. Occasionally, the City Council has met prior to the 7:00 p.m. meeting time for closed session and study sessions. The Sacramento Metro Cable Commission will be able to continue broadcasting City Council meetings live with an earlier start time. Van shared that surrounding municipalities are currently holding earlier council meetings. If approved, the new City Council meeting time would begin on July 14 and will be communicated through the City’s various communications channels.
City Manager Feeney shared that this item came forward in an effort to encourage resident participation with an earlier start time for City Council meetings.
Council Member Daniels stated his support for the earlier City Council meeting time. He expressed his support for the 6:00 p.m. start time.
Council Member Miller expressed he did not support an earlier start time.
Council Member Bruins supported either 6:00 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. as an earlier start time.
Vice Mayor Schaefer supported the 6:00 p.m. start time.
Mayor Middleton supported the 6:00 p.m. start time.
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Daniels, seconded by Council Member Bruins, the City Council adopted a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Changing the Time for Regular Meetings of the City Council to 6:00 p.m.
AYES: Bruins, Daniels, Schaefer, Middleton
NOES: Miller
ABSENT: None
10. SUBJECT: “California Sports Wagering Regulation and Unlawful Enforcement Act” Initiative 19- 0029A1
STAFF: A. Feeney/ R. Jones
RECOMMENDATION: Consider Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-043, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Opposing the “California Sports Wagering Regulation and Unlawful Enforcement Act” Initiative 19-0029A1
City Manager Feeney presented the item before Council regarding opposition to the “California Sports Wagering Regulation and Unlawful Enforcement Act”. The ballot initiative would amend the California Citrus Heights City Council Minutes Thursday, June 9, 2022
Constitution to allow tribal casinos to offer additional gaming. In addition, the proposed amendment would allow any person or entity to bring civil suits for violation of gaming laws. Stone’s Gambling Hall is a local Citrus Heights business who expressed concern for the proposed amendment and requested the City oppose the item. Opposition for the amendment stems from the provision that could potentially result in frivolous lawsuits against gaming halls. City Manager Feeney informed the Council that five other jurisdictions have passed resolutions opposing the amendment and the League of California Cities is discussing the item at an upcoming meeting.
Council Member Miller requested more information on how this is different from existing law and how this amendment could affect businesses.
City Attorney Jones stated that the Attorney General’s Office typically files lawsuits related to gaming. This legislation would give private law firms the ability to file lawsuits as if they are the Attorney General, they would have to make a request to the Attorney General’s Office.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Kermit Schultz, with Stone’s Gambling Hall, addressed the Council regarding opposition to the “California Sports Wagering Regulation and Unlawful Enforcement Act”. He stated this initiative is a great concern to Stone’s Gambling Hall. Stone’s Gambling Hall has over 300 employees in Citrus Heights and this initiative poses a threat to the gaming industry.
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Daniels, seconded by Council Member Bruins, the City Council adopted a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Opposing the “California Sports Wagering Regulation and Unlawful Enforcement Act” Initiative 19-0029A1.
AYES: Bruins, Daniels, Miller, Schaefer, Middleton
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
11. SUBJECT: Projects and Programs Update
DEPARTMENT: General Services Department
City Engineer Blomquist and Operations Manager Poole provided a department report highlighting public works projects and programs. Blomquist discussed capital projects such as the Arcade Cripple Creek Trail, Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets Phase 2, Greenback Lane Complete Streets, Mariposa Safe Routes to School, Old Auburn Road Complete Streets, San Juan Complete Streets, and 2022 Residential Street Resurfacing. Blomquist provided an overview of the development project process and the major projects currently underway such as Mitchell Village, Wyatt Ranch, Auburn Heights, and the Fair Oaks Senior Housing development. Engineering and General Services are also responsible for the encroachment permit process, which is necessary to protect public infrastructure and ensures utility coordination for major projects.
Poole discussed the General Services waste management programs, education, and outreach to ensure residents are in compliance with state standards.
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Blomquist highlighted the system utilized to regulate urban storm water discharge. The General Services Department is working towards implementation of the trash capture amendment and being in compliance by 2030.
Poole discussed the Multi Modal Transportation Safety Program (MMTSP) that utilizes SeeClickFix, which allows residents to report public right of way issues easily. She also discussed the numerous grants and funding opportunities the department applies for in order to keep these projects and programs in operation.
Council comments followed.
CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Feeney shared with the Council information on a Cooling Center being open at the Citrus Heights Community Center on June 9 from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and on Friday, June 10 from 9 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
ITEMS REQUESTED BY COUNCIL MEMBERS/ FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
None
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Middleton adjourned the regular meeting at 8:04 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Amy Van, City Clerk