CITY OF CITRUS HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Special and Regular Meetings of Thursday, June 27, 2024 City Hall Council Chambers,
6360 Fountain Square Dr., Citrus Heights, CA
Teleconference Location - Brown Place, 321 17th Street, Denver, CO 80202
CALL SPECIAL MEETING TO ORDER
The special meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m. by Mayor Daniels.
Roll Call: Council Members present: Lopez-Taft, Middleton, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels Council Members absent: Schaefer
Staff Members present: Feeney, Jones and Van
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: APN 243-0031-023-000
Agency Negotiator: Ashley Feeney, City Manager and Ryan Jones, City Attorney Negotiating Parties: Bayside Covenant Church Citrus Heights Under Negotiation: Price, terms of payment, or both
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(d)(4) (1 case)
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
There was no reportable action from closed session.
ADJOURNMENT
The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 6:05 p.m.
CALL REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER
The regular meeting was called to order at 6:09 p.m. by Mayor Daniels.
The Flag Salute was led by Mayor Daniels.
Roll Call: Council Members present: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels Council Members absent: Schaefer
Staff Members present: Campbell, Feeney, Jones, Kempenaar, Huber, Preciado, Talwar, Van, Wells and department directors.
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The video statement was read by City Clerk Van.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Middleton, seconded by Council Member Lopez-Taff, the City Council approved the agenda.
AYES: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels
NOES: None
ABSENT: Schaefer
PUBLIC COMMENT
City Clerk Van read the following written public comment submitted by Rick Hodgkins, "About four days ago, back on Sunday, if you recall, that there was an accident accident on sunrise Boulevard and twin Oaks Drive, that where somebody had the nerve to crash into a telephone pole, that which intern, knocked over an electric pole, that which intern, left us without power from sometime after 4 PM till shortly before 10 PM. Do we need to consistently, constantly and continuously remind people sunrise Boulevard is not a freeway or a highway, see wall at the next city scoop in two weeks." Alexander Hampton, field representative of the Nor Cal Carpenters Union, addressed concerns of lack of healthcare for construction workers and said to help eliminate this problem we need to make sure that prevailing wages, healthcare, apprenticeship compliance, and local hire are required on housing projects built in Citrus Heights.
John Kane reported on his experience attending the Neighborhood USA Conference. He said the number one thing he got out of it was the value of being involved with your community and the difference that can make in a city.
Elyjah Wilbur announced himself as the newly elected President of the Citrus Heights Norwest Neighborhood Area, otherwise known as Area 1. He highlighted several recent activities of Area 1 He invited the City Council and community to future neighborhood area meetings held every third Monday of the month at Sammy's Restaurant and Bar.
COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND REGIONAL BOARD UPDATES
Council Member Middleton filled in for Mondays with the Mayor on June 17. She attended several Juneteenth celebrations throughout the Sacramento region. She attended a Sacramento Metropolitan Cable Television Commission meeting.
Council Member Lopez-Taff attended the Single Mom Strong 5-Year Anniversary event.
Vice Mayor Karpinski-Costa attended a Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito & Vector Control Board meeting. She attended the Veterans Community Center Spaghetti Feed fundraiser dinner.
Mayor Daniels attended a Monday gathering at the Oasis Center at Living Water Church. He attended the premier of the documentary Laundry Love about finding a laundromat to provide free laundry facilities to homeless and low-income individuals in Citrus Heights.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
It is recommended that all consent items be acted on simultaneously unless separate discussion and/or action are requested by a Council Member.
4. SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Minutes of the Meeting of June 13, 2024 SUBJECT: Resolution Adopting Amended Salary Table
STAFF REPORT: S. Talwar / B. Lorda
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2024-048, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Adopting the Amended Salary Table, Exhibit A
6. SUBJECT: Initiate Proceedings for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Annual Update for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District 97-01 (Zones 1, 2, 3, & 4) STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the following:
a. Resolution No. 2024-049 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, to Initiate Proceedings Pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 97-01 (Zones 1, 2, 3, & 4) b. Resolution No. 2024-050 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, for the Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 97-01 (Zones 1, 2, 3, and 4) SUBJECT: Initiate Proceedings for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Annual Update Landscape Maintenance Assessment Districts 98-01, 98-02 (Zones 1, 2, 3 & 4) and 03-01 (Zones 1, 2 & 3) STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the following:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-051 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, to Initiate Proceedings Pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 98-01
b. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-052 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, to Initiate Proceedings Pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 98-02, Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4 c. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-053 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, to Initiate Proceedings Pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 03-01, Zones 1, 2 and 3 d. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-054 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, for the intention to Levy and Collect Assessments for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 98-01
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e. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-055 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, for the Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 98-02, Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4 f. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-056 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, for the Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 03-01, Zones 1, 2 and 3
8. SUBJECT: Citrus Heights Lighting Assessment District - Initiate Proceedings for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Annual Update
STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the following:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-057 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, to Initiate Proceedings Pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 for the Citrus Heights Lighting District
b. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-058 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, for the Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 for the Citrus Heights Lighting District
9. SUBJECT: Citywide Crack Sealing Project 2024 - Award of Construction Contract STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2024-059 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Pavement Rehab Company for the Citywide Crack Sealing Project 2024 and Finding the Project is Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Under Section 15301
10. SUBJECT: 2024 Bridge Maintenance Project - Award of Construction Contract STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2024-060 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Coastline Water Resources, Inc. for the 2024 Bridge Maintenance Project
11. SUBJECT: On-Call Fence Repair Services for Auburn Bivd at Greenback Ln - Award of Contract
STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2024-061 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Crusader Fence for On-Call Median Fence Repair and Maintenance Services for Auburn Boulevard at Greenback Lane and Further Authorizing the City Manager or His Designee to Execute Any Extensions and/or non-substantive Amendments to this Contract Consistent with
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12. SUBJECT: Review the Sacramento Stormwater Quality Partnership Program and Authorize FY 24/25 Expenditures
STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2024-062 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to Expend Stormwater Funds for the City of Citrus Heights' Shared Cost of Joint Implemented Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System Requirements with the Sacramento Stormwater Quality Partnership
13. SUBJECT: Agreement with MCE Corporation for 2024 Vegetation Management Services for Channels and Open Space
STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / M. Poole / A. Velasquez
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2024-063 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with MCE Corporation for Vegetation Management Services for Channels and Open Space
14. SUBJECT: Approval of Investment Policy Updates
STAFF REPORT: S. Talwar / A. Preciado
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2024-064 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Approving the Investment Policy and Delegating Authority to the Administrative Services Director to Invest Funds in Accordance with the Investment Policy ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Middleton, seconded by Council Member Lopez-Taff, the City Council adopted Consent Calendar Items 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, and 14.
AYES: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels
NOES: None
ABSENT: Schaefer
PUBLIC HEARINGS
15. SUBJECT: Sunrise Tomorrow Hotel Parcel Map and Development Agreement STAFF REPORT: C. Kempenaar / M. Huber
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the following:
a. Move to determine the previously adopted Sunrise Tomorrow Specific Plan EIR is the appropriate Environmental Document For this Project and no further review is required b. Move to Approve a Tentative Parcel Map to allow the division of an existing 2.8-acre parcel into three parcels, 1.48-acres, 0.93-acres, and 0.38-acres in size subject to the findings and conditions contained in the staff report
c. Move to introduce for first reading, read by title only and waive the full reading of Ordinance No. 2024-004 An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights California, Adopting and Approving the Sunrise Tomorrow Hotel Development Agreement
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Community Development Director Kempenaar introduced the item and stated the Planning Commission reviewed the item last month and recommends the City Council approve the tentative parcel map, adopt an ordinance approving a development agreement and determine the Sunrise Tomorrow Specific Plan (STSP) Environmental Impact Report (EIR) is the appropriate environmental review. The applicant wants to subdivide their parcel into three lots: one for a future hotel, one for the existing bank, and one for retail and restaurant pad. He summarized the development agreement which is intended to provide certainty about what is delivered in the future, ensuring the hotel meets the Council's expectations and improvement requirements and gives the Developer longer lead time and certainty that the development can occur. From a CEQA perspective, the project is consistent with the Sunrise Tomorrow EIR and general parameters of the Minor Land Division. The project also has an important Strategic Impact in diversifying the city's economy, generating Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT), filling a gap in lodging availability, and kicking off the first project in the STSP.
City Council questions and comments followed.
Community Development Director Kempenaar responded to questions.
Mayor Daniels opened the public hearing.
Public Comment
City Clerk Van read the following written public comment submitted by Rick Hodgkins, 'I don't know whether to support option a, B or C. I do have one question though. Is the hotel going to go at the south end? Right behind red Robin, that we also have a small strip mall, that where I think we could put housing or possibly the hotel. No matter what happens, that where are people going to hang out when it's cold and wet outside and it's raining? We must remodel and renovate the mall so that current and future store is come in accessible from the inside and outside. It's great to have a place to walk around on the outside, but that we also need the inside for characters like the Easter bunny and Santa Claus to hang out like in the center cord. Also, let's get that fountain up and running again. Thank you." Mayor Daniels closed the public hearing.
David Bowie spoke on behalf of the applicant, Antioch Street LP, responding to City Council questions and comments.
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Middleton, seconded by Council Member Lopez-Taff, the City Council determine the previously adopted Sunrise Tomorrow Specific Plan EIR is the appropriate Environmental Document For this Project and no further review is required.
AYES: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels
NOES: None
ABSENT: Schaefer
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Lopez-Taff, seconded by Council Member Middleton, the City Council approved a Tentative Parcel Map to allow the division of an existing 2.8-acre parcel into three parcels, 1.48-acres, 0.93-acres, and 0.38-acres in size subject to the findings and conditions contained in the staff report.
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AYES: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels
NOES: None
ABSENT: Schaefer
ACTION: On a motion by Vice Mayor Karpinski-Costa, seconded by Council Member Middleton, the City Council introduced for first reading, read by title only and waive the full reading of Ordinance No. 2024- 004 An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights California, Adopting and Approving the Sunrise Tomorrow Hotel Development Agreement
AYES: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels
NOES: None
ABSENT: Schaefer
The City Council took a five minute recess.
The City Council returned to Item 5. City Attorney Jones read the following statement and recommended to City Council conduct a new vote on the item, "This item is a recommendation to approve a 3.8% cost of living adjustment to the salary range to the Executive Management classification of Administrative Services Director, Chief of Police, Community Development Director, Economic Development and Community Engagement Director, and General Services Director and those changes would be effective as of July 14, 2024."
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Lopez-Taff, seconded by Council Member Middleton, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-048, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Adopting the Amended Salary Table, Exhibit A.
AYES: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels
NOES: None
ABSENT: Schaefer
REGULAR CALENDAR
16. SUBJECT: Citrus Heights Business Attraction Incentive Request for DarkHeart Brewing Sylvan Corners
STAFF REPORT: M. Huber
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2024-065 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Approving the Citrus Heights Business Attraction Incentive Request for DarkHeart Brewing Sylvan Corners
Economic Development and Community Engagement Director Huber provided an overview of prior Strategic Planning cycles that led to the development of the Business Attraction Incentive Program which utilizes American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to advance Economic Development goals of attracting and retaining target businesses. She outlined the qualifications of the Business Attraction Incentive Program which was established in March 2023. She provided an overview of applicant DarkHeart Brewing, a small business looking to relocate from unincorporated Sacramento County. Staff conducted an extensive site search and found Sylvan Corners to be the right fit, vetted comprehensively by in-house City services and external partners. She summarized the application review findings in which
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DarkHeart Brewing met all the program eligibility requirements and highlighted additional benefits including the future planning relation to the Auburn Boulevard Specific Plan. She noted the grant would be administered in four funding phases.
Cynthia Lee, owner of DarkHeart Brewing, spoke on the history of the business and impact on bringing the community together.
City Council questions and comments followed.
Cynthia Lee responded to questions.
Public Comment
Janice Jacox stated there is competition really close and questioned if there were other incentives for Humle Beer House.
ACTION: On a motion by Vice Mayor Karpinski-Costa, seconded by Mayor Daniels, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-065 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Approving the Citrus Heights Business Attraction Incentive Request for DarkHeart Brewing Sylvan Corners.
AYES: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels
NOES: None
ABSENT: Schaefer
17. SUBJECT: Fiscal Years 23/24 and 24/25 Mid-Cycle Budget Review, Financial Forecast Update and Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 24/25
STAFF REPORT: S. Talwar / A. Preciado
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the following:
a. Review updated revenue and expenditure projections for the General Fund and other City funds for Fiscal Year 24/25
b. Review the updated Ten-Year Financial Forecast
c. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-066 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Approving Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget d. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-067 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Establishing an Appropriation Limit for Fiscal Year 2024-25 Administrative Services Director Talwar introduced the item.
Finance Manager Preciado provided a General Fund summary with end-of year projected revenues of $44,643,9452 and expenditures of $38,977,823. The operating surplus is projected at $5,666,129, which is approximately $1.7 million more than the $4 million projected previously under the amended Fiscal Year 2023-2024 amended budget.
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Administrative Services Director Talwar gave an overview of the Mid-Cycle Budget request for Fiscal Year 2024-25. She stated forecasted revenues and expenditures came in higher than anticipated with an additional $303,187 anticipated shortfall. Staff forecast about $491,401 impact to the General Fund. She provided an overview of projected expenditures by department.
Finance Manager Preciado summarized American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The City was allocated $15,676,972 in ARPA funds and the City Council has appropriated $14 million of the funding of which $12.2 million has been committed. The remaining available ARPA funding will need to be obligated by December 2024. He briefed the Council on the Appropriation Limit enacted to set limits on how much the City can spend using General Funds in a given year. He stated the limit is adjusted annually based on cost-of-living adjustments and population adjustments. The Fiscal Year 2024/25 appropriation limit is $70,121,455 with an available appropriation capacity of 43.67%.
Finance Manager Preciado and Administrative Service Director Talwar provided a brief overview of the City's 10-year Financial Forecast model.
ACTION: On a motion by Vice Mayor Karpinski-Costa, seconded by Council Member Middleton, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-066 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Approving Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget AYES: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels
NOES: None
ABSENT: Schaefer
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Middleton, seconded by Vice Mayor Karpinski-Costa, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-067 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Establishing an Appropriation Limit for Fiscal Year 2024-25.
AYES: Lopez-Taff, Middleton, Karpinski-Costa, Daniels
NOES: None
ABSENT: Schaefer
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
18. SUBJECT: Fireworks Enforcement and Operations Plan
DEPARTMENT: Police Department
Police Lieutenant Lewis outlined the Police Department's preparation for Fourth of July fireworks which includes internal meetings, meetings with regional partners, and enhancing animal services. The Department educates the public through various channels including social media, the CHPD website, neighborhood fireworks warning letters, and an amnesty program where illegal fireworks can be taken to • the Police Department with no questions. The community is encouraged to report illegal fireworks through the non-emergency police phoneline, CHPD website, or the See-Click-Fix app starting June 28.
The Department will have a zero-tolerance approach should they come across illegal fireworks. They will have additional patrol personnel on July 3 and July 4 and Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District will have arson investigators should staff request them.
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Police Services Manager Campbell stated Animal Services will have two Animal Services officers working overtime during the Stars and Stripes event and also on July 3 and July 4. A community volunteer with a chip reader will help Animal Services officers return local stray pets. The Police Department will also have limited temporary and short-term holding kennels for lost pet reunification.
Staff encourage the public to plan ahead, make sure their pets are chipped, provide a quiet and comfortable safe haven for their pets, and call the non-emergency line should they need to reach Animal Services officers.
City Council questions and comments followed.
Police Lieutenant Lewis and Police Services Manager Campbell responded to questions.
Public Comment
Janice Jacox asked what the City is doing about illegal fireworks now and is there any kind of enforcement now even for legal fireworks.
CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Feeney gave a reminder that City Council meeting days are changing to the 2nd and 4thWednesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. beginning July 10. He gave an update on the San Juan Avenue Complete Streets Phase 1A project and the Dewey Drive mill and fill work. He gave a reminder the Stars and Stripes event will be held on Saturday, June 29. He provided an update on Senate Bill 1164 relating to property taxation on new construction, excluding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU). He announced CHPD celebrated its 18th anniversary on June 26. He advised cooling centers will be open in the region and at the Police Department on days when the temperature forecast is 100 degrees or greater.
ITEMS REQUESTED BY COUNCIL MEMBERS / FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Vice Mayor Karpinski-Costa requested a future agenda item for City Council to provide direction to Staff on how to deal with the Landscape Maintenance and Assessment Districts (LMADs) that the City is subsidizing. Mayor Daniels supported the request.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Daniels adjourned the meeting at 7:54 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Van
Amy Van, City Clerk
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