CITY OF CITRUS HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Regular Meeting of Thursday, September 14, 2023
City Hall Council Chambers
6360 Fountain Square Dive, Citrus Heights, CA
CALL REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER
The regular meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Schaefer.
The Flag Salute was led by Mayor Schaefer.
2. Roll Call: Council Members present: Karpinski-Costa, Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Daniels, Schaefer Council Members absent: None
Staff present: Bermudez, Blomquist, Cave, Feeney, Jones, Kempenaar, Piva, Riddle, Russo, Saario, Turcotte, Van and department directors.
3. The video statement was read by City Clerk Van.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
ACTION: On a motion by Vice Mayor Daniels, seconded by Council Member Middleton, the City Council approved the agenda.
AYES: Karpinski-Costa, Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Daniels, Schaefer NOES: None
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC COMMENT
Margaret Cleek addressed the City Council regarding homelessness in the city. She stated the only thing that can solve the problem is affordable housing. She expressed concerns regarding the City's beautification project and witnessed City workers on Auburn loading items assumed to belong to an unhoused person. She commented on code violations she has seen on a single street near her home and questioned whether the City is looking to truly beautify the city or just deal with the most vulnerable. She asked if the City is disposing of personal property or storing the items for pickup. She asked for consideration of a plan for the City to provide storage units for the property of the unhoused. She asked if part of the beautification program could include looking for solutions rather than just picking up stuff and disposing of it. She requested that the City research best practices related to dealing with the possessions of our community's unhoused.
Natalee Price stated she has taken over as the president of REACH and she provided an update on their neighborhood area activities. She announced that SOAR is hosting a block party at the Sylvan Community Center on September 30h. In celebration of Good Neighbor Week, REACH is trying to get neighbors involved in doing neighborly deeds.
Melissa Hayden spoke regarding the need for an animal shelter within Citrus Heights. She expressed concerns with shelters being outside of the city and difficult for the elderly or low-income to access. She also Citrus Heights City Council Minutes Thursday, September 14, 2023 expressed concerns regarding animal control services only being accessible Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., leaving a significant portion of the population without assistance after hours and on weekends. She urged the Council to consider the establishment of a local animal shelter in Citrus Heights.
PRESENTATIONS
Proclamation of the City of Citrus Heights Proclaiming September 2023 as "Deaf and Hard of Hearing Awareness Month"
Council Member Lopez-Taff read and presented the proclamation to Nate Dutra.
Proclamation of the City of Citrus Heights Recognizing September 2023 as "Prostate Cancer Awareness Month"
Mayor Schaefer read and presented the proclamation.
Proclamation of the City of Citrus Heights Proclaiming September 17-23, 2023, as "National Forensic Science Week"
Council Member Karpinski-Costa read and presented the proclamation to Lt. Morris, Senior Crime and Property Evidence Specialist Danielle Veale, Crime Scene/Property Evidence Specialist Kayla Biegacki and Property Clerk Kathy Pentecost.
COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND REGIONAL BOARD UPDATES
Council Member Karpinski-Costa attended the City Scoop event. She provided a report from the Sacramento Area Sewer District Board meeting. She attended a luau event at the Veterans Center. She spoke at the SOAR Neighborhood Area meeting. She provided a report from the Sacramento Transportation Authority Board meeting. She provided an update from the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito & Vector Control District.
Council Member Middleton attended the City Scoop event. On August 28 she participated in the Kiwanis Golf Tournament. On August 8 she attended the Family Justice Hope Gala event. She also attended the 9/11 memorial event at Sylvan Cemetery. On September 13th she hosted a City Grants Workshop at City Hall.
Council Member Lopez-Taff attended the City Scoop event. She attended the Family Justice Center dinner event. She attended the Woodside Homes community meeting on August 22. She also attended the Citrus Heights Education Committee meeting.
Vice Mayor Daniels attended the Citrus Heights Chamber luncheon. He attended the Rio Linda Lions Club 12th Annual Steak and Lake event. He attended the Family Justice Center's 8tn Annual Celebration of Hope event.
He was a guest speaker for Supervisor Sue Frost at her recent Citrus Heights Community meeting. He also attended the luau event at the Veterans Center.
Mayor Schaefer attended the City Scoop event. He provided a report from the Sacramento Area Council of Governments Board meeting. He attended the Regional Justice fundraiser event. He reminded the public about the Leatherby's Sock-Hop event on September 15.
Citrus Heights City Council Minutes Thursday, September 14, 2023
CONSENT CALENDAR
7. SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Minutes of the Meeting of August 10, 2023
8. SUBJECT: Second Reading - Citrus Heights Ordinance Amendments Regarding Penalty Provisions to Sections 50-507, 50-605, 78-53 and 98-132
STAFF REPORT: J. Russo / R. Jones
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Ordinance No. 2023-004 an Ordinance of the City of Citrus Heights Amending Sections 50-507, 50-605, 78-53 and 98-132 of the Citrus Heights Municipal Code
9. SUBJECT: Request the Renewal of the City's Microsoft Enterprise Agreement STAFF REPORT: S. Talwar / R. Miller
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2023-079 a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract with Microsoft for the Renewal of the City's Microsoft Enterprise Agreement
10. Pulled for discussion.
11. SUBJECT: Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail Project Finding of Necessity Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 4109
STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2023-081 a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Determining the Addition of a Subcontractor to the Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail Project is a "Public Necessity" Under Public Contract Code 4109
12. SUBJECT: Police Fleet Acquisition
STAFF REPORT: A. Turcotte / K. Frey / C. Kinnan
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2023-082 a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the Acquisition of Police Fleet Vehicles ACTION: On a motion by Vice Mayor Daniels, seconded by Council Member Lopez-Taff, the City Council adopted Consent Calendar Items 7, 8, 9, 11 and 12.
AYES: Karpinski-Costa, Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Daniels, Schaefer NOES: None
ABSENT: None
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
10. SUBJECT: Roseville Road / Butternut Drive and Systemic Signalized Intersection Improvements Project - HSIPSL-5475(050) Award of Professional Engineering Services Agreement STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist / D. Kehrer
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2023-080 a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement for Professional Services with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for the Roseville Road / Butternut Drive and Systemic Signalized Intersection Improvements Project
Citrus Heights City Council Minutes Thursday, September 14, 2023 Vice Mayor Daniels pulled Item 10 to request a brief staff presentation on the item.
City Engineer Blomquist reported the item is the award a contract to Kimley-Horn and Associates for design of the Butternut / Roseville Road intersection improvements. The project also includes yellow reflective back plates at 36 signalized intersections throughout the city. The project includes a left turn pocket from Roseville Rd. onto Butternut as well as some pedestrian safety enhancements.
Council Member Karpinski-Costa asked a question regarding the yellow reflective back plates on traffic lights as part of this project.
City Engineer Blomquist responded to questions from Council Members.
ACTION: On a motion by Vice Mayor Daniels, seconded by Council Member Karpinski-Costa, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-080 a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement for Professional Services with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for the Roseville Road / Butternut Drive and Systemic Signalized Intersection Improvements Project.
AYES: Karpinski-Costa, Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Daniels, Schaefer NOES: None
ABSENT: None
REGULAR CALENDAR
13. SUBJECT: Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Memorandum of Understanding between the Sacramento County Department of Homeless Services and Housing and the City of Citrus Heights
STAFF REPORT: C Kempenaar / N. Piva / A. Turcotte / J. Russo RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2023-083 a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Memorandum of Understanding Bitus ethe Sacramento County Department of Homeless Services and Housing and the Gily of City Manager Feeney explained this community-based navigation program is something that has been in the works over the course of the summer. Early last year, the City had to suspend the Navigation Services as the service provider was no longer going to be offering that business as they had dissolved and don't have the opportunity to work with them anymore. As a team staff started to look at what opportunities were available.
The City approached the County of Sacramento and had conversation about some opportunities for collaboration. He stated the staff team has worked incredibly hard as well as our counterparts at Sacramento County and Sacramento Covered, to develop the proposed MOU for outreach services.
Housing & Human Services Program Coordinator Piva presented an overview of the community-based navigation program. Since 2018, Sacramento Self-Help Housing provided services to Citrus Heights and they formally dissolved in May due to bankruptcy. Following the dissolution, staff evaluated alternative options and are proposing a partnership with Sacramento County by entering into an MOU with Sacramento County and Sacramento Covered who will provide homeless outreach services to Citrus Heights. She stated this program is made possible by the funding allocation from Supervisor Sue Frost, on August 22 the Board of Supervisors
Citrus Heights City Council Minutes Thursday, September 14, 2023 approved an amount of $340,836 in ARPA funding. Sacramento Covered will provide one full-time Community Health Worker and some client service assistance such as transportation and other financial assistance.
Angel Uhercik, Assistant Director with Sacramento County Department of Homeless Services and Housing stated they look forward to working to understand the needs of the Citrus Heights community and how they can best serve them.
Kyle Stefano, Vice President of Clinical Programs with Sacramento Covered stated they have been around for 25 years. They serve the unsheltered community and have about 80 Community Health Workers. She provided an overview of services they provide.
Scott Young, Director of Street Outreach with Sacramento Covered provided an overview of their partnerships and services provided to unsheltered persons.
City Council comments and questions followed.
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Middleton, seconded by Vice Mayor Daniels, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-083 a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Memorandum of Understanding Between the Sacramento County Department of Homeless Services and Housing and the City of Citrus Heights.
AYES: Karpinski-Costa, Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Daniels, Schaefer NOES: None
ABSENT: None
14. SUBJECT: Allocation of Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Community Support Funding STAFF REPORT: M. Huber / C. Riddle
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2023-084 a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California Approving Community Support Funding Award Allocations for Fiscal Year 2023/2024
Management Analyst Riddle presented the Community Support Funding Award recommendations from the City Council Finance 2x2 Subcommittee:
NON PROFIT RECOMMENDATION
Campus Life $20,000
Connection
(Sayonara Center)
Citrus Heights $20,000: $10,000 for the Howl O'Ween Parade with the condition that the City be Marching Band listed as a sponsor and up to $10,000 to cover costs for street closures along the parade route.
Community Link $2,498
Capital Region
Citrus Heights City Council Minutes Thursday, September 14, 2023 Meals on Wheels $82,000 with the condition that the Citrus Heights Waiting list of 20 people be eliminated and those clients supported with the approved funding.
Single Mom Strong $25,365
Sunrise Christian Food $0; Not recommended. The committee wants a more significant focus on Citrus Ministry Heights residents.
TOTAL 1$149,863
Public Comment
Jennifer Massello with Meals on Wheels by ACC explained they deliver a hot meal Monday through Friday to seniors 60 years and older. They have 13 Café sites throughout the County. She thanked the City Council for their support.
Tara Taylor with Single Mom Strong provided an overview of the services they provide and she thanked the City Council for their support.
City Clerk Van read the following written comment submitted by April Jacek, Director of Operations for Sunrise Christian Food Ministry, "I would like ask the City Council to reconsider the decision to deny our application for community support. Over the last two years we have seen a huge increase in need in our community. Not all of the support we provide can been seen in our feeding number statistics. It can be seen in the daily support we provide to our Tier 1 generators (Costco, Sam's Club, FoodMaxx, Safeway, Raley's, etc.) when we haul away the 1,000,000+ pounds of food annually to be sorted, bagged and distributed to families in need. SB1383 has increased our overhead costs including utilities, rent, gas, waste and staff salaries. We would appreciate the City to continue to help offset these costs as well as support our efforts to help Citrus Heights families, homeless, elderly, non-profits, businesses and developmentally different individuals. By denying our request for community support you are sending a message to the residents of Citrus Heights and our volunteers that the work we do does not hold value. In the past 6 months we have created programs to get out into the food desserts in our community to bring food and resources to the areas that need it most. Including Sayonara Center, Vintage Oaks Senior Community, Living Water homeless respite and afterschool program, San Juan Unified McKinney Vento, The Underground, CH HART Winter Sanctuary to name a few. We partner with 211, The United Way and Door Dash to deliver groceries to home bound seniors. Come visit us and see for yourself."
ACTION: On a motion by Vice Mayor Daniels, seconded by Council Member Karpinski-Costa, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-084 a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California Approving Community Support Funding Award Allocations for Fiscal Year 2023/2024.
AYES: Karpinski-Costa, Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Daniels, Schaefer NOES: None
ABSENT: None
15. SUBJECT: Adoption of Objective Design and Development Standards for the Auburn Boulevard Special Planning Area
Citrus Heights City Council Minutes Thursday, September 14, 2023 STAFF REPORT: C. Kempenaar / A. Bermudez
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2023-085 a Resolution Adopting Objective Design Standards for the Review of Qualifying Multi-family and Residential Mixed-use Development within the Boulevard Plan Area and finding the Guidelines are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15061 (b)(3)
Community Development Director Kempenaar stated back in June staff presented an overview of the objective standards concept. There were a number of state laws that eliminated the City's ability to use subjective standards to review housing plans to make sure they were consistent with the City's vision. State law allows the City to have design standards they just have to be objective. The item before Council is taking the current standards that are subjective in the Boulevard Plan and converting them to an objective standard.
Senior Planner Bermudez provided an overview of the Objective Design and Development Standards for the Auburn Boulevard Special Planning Area. The purpose of the ODDS is to establish objective criteria as a tool for the streamlined and ministerial review process for certain housing projects.
Council Member questions and comments followed.
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Middleton, seconded by Council Member Lopez-Taff, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-085 a Resolution Adopting Objective Design Standards for the Review of Qualifying Multi-family and Residential Mixed-use Development within the Boulevard Plan Area and finding the Guidelines are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15061 (b)(3).
AYES: Karpinski-Costa, Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Daniels, Schaefer NOES: None
ABSENT: None
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
16. SUBJECT: Update on the Sunday Funday Event to be held on September 24, 2023 DEPARTMENT: General Services
General Services Director Cave introduced and thanked Michele Saario, Event & Community Center Technician for her hard working leading up to the Sunday Funday event.
Event & Community Center Technician Saario provided an overview of the Sunday Funday event at Rusch Park that will include activities and attractions such as face painting, inflatables, food trucks and other vendors.
City Council comments followed.
17. SUBJECT: Fleet Status Update
DEPARTMENT: Police Department
Police Chief Turcotte stated the production of vehicles has experienced significant delays causing delays in receiving new vehicles to replace the City's aging fleet. Staff will be evaluating options including other vehicle vendors to best fit the needs of Citrus Heights.
City Concil questions and comments followed.
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CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Feeney highlighted a new mural at Sunrise MarketPlace that was funded in part by the City's Economic Development Support Fund. He announced Lt. Michael Wells recently graduated from the FBI National Academy. He also announced Office Alyssa Bragg was selected, following an internal recruitment, for a police canine handler position.
ITEMS REQUESTED BY COUNCIL MEMBERS/ FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Mayor Schaefer recommended that the CDBG Funding be consolidated with the Community Support Funding recommendations that are reviewed by the City Council Finance Subcommittee and requested a future agenda item on the matter. Council Member Karpinski-Costa supported the request.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Schaefer adjourned the regular meeting at 8:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Amy Van, City Clerk