CITY OF CITRUS HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Regular Meeting of Thursday, May 9, 2024
City Hall Council Chambers
6360 Fountain Square Dr., Citrus Heights, CA
CALL REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER
The regular meeting was called to order at 6:01 p.m. by Mayor Daniels.
The Flag Salute was led by Melissa Hayden.
2. Roll Call: Council Members present: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Schaefer, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels Council Members absent: None
Staff Members present: Blomquist, Cave, Feeney, Jones, Kempenaar, Turcotte, Van and department directors.
3. The video statement was read by City Clerk Van.
• APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Daniels pulled Item 7 for a future meeting and Item 10b as it is no longer applicable. :
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Lopez-Taff, seconded by Council Member Middleton, the City Council approved the agenda.
AYES: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Schaefer, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels NOES: None
ABSENT: None
PRESENTATIONS
4. Proclamation of the City of Citrus Heights Proclaiming May 2024 as "Building Safety Month" Council Member Lopez-Taff read and presented the proclamation to Chief Building Official Joe Cuffe, Development Services Technician Susan McLendon, and Jr. Building Inspector Siena Hudock.
Proclamation of the City of Citrus Heights Proclaiming May 12-18, 2024 as "National Police Week"
Mayor Daniels read and presented the proclamation to Police Chief Alexander Turcotte on behalf of the Citrus Heights Police Department.
6. Prociamation of the City of Citrus Heights Proclaiming May 19-25, 2024 as "National Public Works Week"
Council Member Middleton read and presented the proclamation to General Services Director Regina Cave and staff.
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Pulled for a future meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Kevin Bracey announced a Positivity Party, fundraiser event for It Takes Guts organization, on May 18 at Mesa Verda High School for youth TK-6th grade.
Sara Williams with Be Kind TR stated she has received calls from Citrus Heights residents stating they have called Animal Services and were told not to feed the cats. She requested the City to institute a trap, neuter and release program, develop an intake process for the kittens, and provide residents with vouchers to get into spay and neuter clinics.
Sandra Decker spoke on finding shelter options for feral cats in Citrus Heights and requested funding from the City for food to feed the cats.
Melissa Hayden asked for funding from the City in the amount of $5,500 per month to fund the cost of vouchers to provide for 50 appointments per month for trap, neuter, and release. She also requested funding in the amount of $500 for the cost of food. She also requested more dog chipping events.
COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND REGIONAL BOARD UPDATES
Council Member Middleton announced Asian Pacific Islander (API) Heritage Month and said she attended several events including one at the APl headquarters. She attended the Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail grand opening event. She attended the California Chamber of Commerce Capitol Summit.
Council Member Lopez-Taff attended the Sacramento County District Attorney's Citizen Award Ceremony. She attended the Sacramento Valley Manufacturing Alliance Manufacturing Challenge at San Juan High School. She attended the Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail grand opening event. She attended the California Chamber of Commerce Capitol Summit.
Council Member Schaefer announced a repaving project on Greenback Lane at Dewey Drive on May 11.
He attended the Sacramento Valley Manufacturing Alliance Manufacturing Challenge at San Juan High School. He attended the Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail grand opening event.
Vice Mayor Karpinski-Costa attended the Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail grand opening event. She provided an update from the Sacramento Area Sewer District board meeting. She announced National Pet Week and that Bissell Pet Foundation is funding free pet adoptions May 1-15 at Bradshaw Animal Shelter.
Mayor Daniels attended the Sacramento Transportation Authority meeting. He attended the Sunrise MarketPlace board meeting. He attended the Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority meeting. He attended the Sacramento Valley Manufacturing Alliance Manufacturing Challenge at San Juan High School. He attended the Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail grand opening event. He announced the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce Luncheon on Tuesday, May 14 at 11:30 a.m. at the Citrus Heights Community Center. He announced the Sunrise MarketPlace Brews in the Burbs event on Saturday, May 18 at 5:00 p.m. at the Sunrise Mall. He gave a reminder that City Council meetings are switching to Wednesdays beginning in July.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
8. SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Minutes of the Meeting of April 25, 2024 ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Middleton, seconded by Council Member Schaefer, the City Council adopted Consent Calendar Item 8.
AYES: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Schaefer, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels NOES:
ABSENT: None
REGULAR CALENDAR
SUBJECT: Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets Project - Phase 2 STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the following:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-035 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with George Reed, Inc. for the Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets - Phase 2 Rebid Project b. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-036 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with Psomas to Provide Construction Management, Inspection, and Materials Testing Services for the Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets - Phase 2 Project c. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-037 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement for Professional Services with Bennett Engineering Services, Inc. for Construction Support for the Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets - Phase 2 Project d. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-038 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an SD-14 System Enhancement Agreement with the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) for the Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets - Phase 2 Project
City Engineer Blomquist introduced the Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets Phase 2 Project which extends from Rusch Park to the intersection of Auburn Boulevard and Orlando Avenue near the Citrus Heights-Roseville border. The Project includes undergrounding utilities, bike lanes, wide sidewalks, decorative street lighting, landscaping and trees, updated transit stops, storm drain infrastructure upgrades, new traffic signals and crosswalks, a custom gateway structure, and asphalt overlay. She provided an overview of the history of the project that dates back to 2005 when the Boulevard Plan was adopted as a specific plan that acts as a guide to the revitalization and enhancement of Auburn Boulevard between Sylvan Corners and Interstate 80. Phase 1 was completed in 2015 and nearing the end of that construction, design of Phase 2 began. While the planning and engineering efforts were underway, public engagement was also occurring and the City received written letters of support from members and organizations of the community that were instrumental in obtaining grant funds for the
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project. In total, Phase 2 received $25,991,000 in grant awards for construction. The Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) will also contribute $1,365,323 towards the construction of the project and $1,482,560 of their own labor and materials. In late 2023, the original bid came in higher than expected and on February 8, 2024 City Council rejected all bids and directed staff to re-bid the project. In an attempt to reduce costs, the design team made modifications to the bid package. She gave an overview of the total project costs at $35,515,000 and the recommended funding sources. She noted $7,062,967 in various local funds would cover the balance to reach the total project costs. She provided the recommendations for City Council to approve contracts for construction, construction management, engineering support, and SD-14 System Enhancement Agreement with SMUD.
Public Comment
City Clerk Van read the following written public comment submitted by Rick Hodkins, "I rise and support of this item, as that this is very important. If I'm not mistaken, and I hope someone that whether they're on the city council or one of the presenters can elaborate if this is at the end of Auburn between antelope Road and the Placer county Sacramento county line and the citrus Heights Roseville line, that where there is not a sidewalk in most areas on either side and that there is not always crosswalk to cross over to the other side either. So I support this. Thank you." City Council questions and comments followed.
City Engineer Blomquist, City Manager Feeney, and General Services Director Cave responded to questions.
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Schaefer, seconded by Council Member Lopez-Taff, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-035 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with George Reed, Inc. for the Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets - Phase 2 Rebid Project.
AYES: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Schaefer, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Schaefer, seconded by Council Member Lopez-Taff, the City Council adopted Resolution 2024-036 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with Psomas to Provide Construction Management, Inspection, and Materials Testing Services for the Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets - Phase 2 Project.
AYES: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Schaefer, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Schaefer, seconded by Council Member Lopez-Taff, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-037 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement for Professional Services with Bennett Engineering Services, Inc. for Construction Support for the Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets - Phase 2 Project.
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AYES: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Schaefer, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Schaefer, seconded by Council Member Lopez-Taff, the City Council adopted Resolution 2024-038 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an SD-14 System Enhancement Agreement with the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) for the Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets - Phase 2 Project.
AYES: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Schaefer, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels NOES: None
ABSENT: None
10. SUBJECT: Planning Commission Discussion
STAFF REPORT: A. Van / C. Kempenaar
RECOMMENDATION: Staff will present the City Council with discussion items related to the Planning Commission and recommend the City Council provide feedback and direction on the following options:
a. Direct Staff to proceed with the necessary Municipal Code updates to dissolve the Planning Commission;
b. Mayor Daniels nominate one regular member to fill the unexpired term on the Planning Commission, subject to ratification by the City Council; c. Appoint an individual, by majority vote, to fill the at-large unexpired term on the Planning Commission; or
d. Do nothing - The Planning Commission would be a five-member Commission until January 2025.
City Clerk Van introduced the item. She gave an overview of the Planning Commission which was established shortly after the City's incorporation in 1997. The Planning Commission is comprised of seven members; five regular members appointed by individual Council Members and two at-large members. She stated the Planning Commission holds hearings and communicates with stakeholders pertaining to land use decisions and reviews and makes recommendations to the City Council related to the General Plan, specific plans, and the zoning code. She stated there is one at-large vacancy on the Planning Commission with a term ending in December 2024. The City received 13 applications for City Council consideration and appointment.
City Council comments and questions followed.
City Clerk Van responded to questions.
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Public Comment
Kathy Morris stated it is important to have the groups in the city such as the Planning Commission for residents to give their opinions too. She spoke in favor of keeping the Planning Commission.
Michael Lagomarsino, Planning Commission applicant, provided clarification on his previous years of service on the Planning Commission. He spoke in tavor of option a. which is, Do nothing - The Planning Commission would be a six-member Commission until January 2025. He withdrew his application for consideration.
Janie Ricketts expressed concerns regarding dissolving the Planning Commission and urged the City Council to have more discussion on the item.
Tom Scheeler, current Planning Commissioner, spoke in favor of keeping the Planning Commission.
Bill Van Duker spoke in favor of keeping the Planning Commission.
Andrew Saunders, Planning Commission applicant, spoke in favor of option c. which is, Appoint an individual, by majority vote, to fill the at-large unexpired term on the Planning Commission.
City Clerk Van read the following written public comment submitted by Albert Fox, "I find it is necessary to comment on what I see as an ill planned assault upon the freedom of the community to have input on important development within the city or changes in the various city codes and regulations. I served the Planning Commission (PC), conducting hearings major projects and proposed rule changes. (Creeks and Trails; Medical Office Building; Stones Freeway Signage;). Residents are more willing to speak at a PC hearing before commissioners than at a council meeting. Talking with your neighbors is easier than a formal council meeting. The stated reasoning for less frequent meetings or the need, or costs, to have staff and attorneys present at meetings is not a legitimate cause for removing the planning commission as a public forum. These commissions serve as a check and balance to public planning and land use.
I urge you to once again stand and represent our residents, retain the Planning Commission and fill the two vacant positions. These are volunteers who serve from commitment to the community." City Clerk Van read the following written public comment submitted by Rick Hodgkins, " support option D, that which if my memory serves me right, that this would be to keep the planning commission, that which is very important, as that they help to oversee the sunrise tomorrow project, that when I was just last at sunrise mall, I saw absolutely no movement at. In fact, more restaurants have closed down over there! And as a sidenote, if we're going to attract more businesses to citrus Heights, the mall would be the perfect place for them to be! any case, I would say let's just keep the planning commission! Thank you!"
City Clerk Van clarified that option b. is no longer applicable and there is only one vacancy to consider at this time.
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Schaefer, seconded by Council Member Lopez-Taff, the City Council appointed Kelsey Nelson to fill the at-large vacancy on the Planning Commission with a term ending December 31, 2024.
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AYES: Lopez-Taff, Schaefer, Daniels
NOES: Middleton, Karpinski-Costa
ABSENT: None
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
None.
CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Feeney gave a recap of the Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail grand opening. He announced that Citrus Heights Police Lieutenant Michael Wells will be honored at the Hearts 4 Heroes Gala. He announced the Sunrise MarketPlace Brews in the Burbs event on May 18 at the Sunrise Mall parking lot.
He announced Public Service Recognition Week and gave an update on how City employees were appreciated during the week, including a proclamation by the City Council. He announced the Public Works Showcase on May 16 from 3-6 p.m. at Van Maren Park.
ITEMS REQUESTED BY COUNCIL MEMBERS / FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS None.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Daniels adjourned the regular meeting at 8:05 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Onu Van
Amy Van, City Clerk
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