CITY OF CITRUS HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Regular Meeting of Wednesday, June 25, 2025
City Hall Council Chambers
6360 Fountain Square Dr., Citrus Heights, CA
CALL REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER
The regular meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Karpinski-Costa.
The Flag Salute was led by Council Member Schaefer.
2. Roll Call: Council Members present: Middleton, Nelson, Schaefer, Lopez-Taff, Karpinski-Costa Council Members absent: None
Staff Members present: Bermudez, Blomquist, Brown, Cave, Drexel, Feeney, Kempenaar, Poole, Van, Wells and department
directors.
3. The video statement was read by City Clerk Van.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Schaefer, seconded by Council Member Nelson, the City Council approved the agenda.
AYES: Middleton, Nelson, Schaefer, Lopez-Taff, Karpinski-Costa NOES: None
ABSENT: None
PRESENTATIONS
4. Presentation by the Citrus Heights Police Department on the Illegal Fireworks Enforcement Plan Commander Wells provided a presentation outlining the Police Department's strategy related to illegal fireworks. He stated that the goals are to protect the community and make sure everyone enjoys the holiday; however, he reported that July 3 and 4 are historically the busiest days of the year for the department. He reviewed recent amendments to the Citrus Heights Municipal Code associated with illegal fireworks, including increased fines, the ability to cite on a per device basis and modifications to the social host Ordinance. He discussed the community outreach efforts undertaken; how residents can report illegal fireworks online; and how Unmanned Aerial Systems (drones) will be utilized in locating illegal fireworks activity. City Council comments and questions followed.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Kathy Morris, speaking as a resident and not on behalf of REACH (Residents' Empowerment Association of Citrus Heights) or any neighborhood, addressed the City Council regarding Neighborhood Areas funding allocations. She requested the issue be reconsidered with transparency and with the neighborhoods and REACH involved in the discussions.
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David B. Shelton reviewed recent updates to the Citrus Heights Municipal Code in Ordinance 2025-001 - Fireworks. He conveyed his opinion that residents should call Code Enforcement instead of reporting illegal fireworks on SeeClickFix.com because Code Enforcement is effective at gathering information, and going through that division may help avoid conflict between neighbors.
COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND REGIONAL BOARD UPDATES
Council Member Middleton reported on attending a Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District/City Council 2x2 meeting on June 25 with the Vice Mayor, where members discussed fireworks, a reduction in homeless services calls, and replacement of aging infrastructure. She attended a Sacramento Metropolitan Cable Television Commission meeting where budget adjustments due to declining franchise revenue were discussed. She volunteered to sit on the Metro Cable Ad Hoc Committee dedicated to addressing budget priorities.
Mayor Karpinski-Costa praised Council Member Middleton for joining the Metro Cable subcommittee.
She commented on receiving notification of Sac Metro Fire's fee increases, but it did not include a list of what the fees are. She inquired whether copies of the fee schedule could be obtained, and City Manager Feeney ensured that it will be distributed to the City Council.
Council Member Nelson reported on attending a Sacramento Transportation Authority meeting where members received a presentation on the Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) requirements under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). She will meet with General Services Director Cave to further discuss the subject. She noted that she will miss the Stars and Stripes event due to travel, but wished everyone a happy 4th of July.
Council Member Schaefer reported on attending an off-site Sacramento Area Council of Governments meeting which included a tour of Arden-Arcade. Members discussed the Arden-Arcade movement to incorporate and the road paving/resurfacing issues facing Sacramento County. They also toured the new Stay Safe temporary housing facility, which can accommodate 350 unhoused individuals. He participated in a Sunrise MarketPlace meeting where the members discussed having a local event, such as a business expo. He visited the remaining businesses at the Sunrise Mall and spoke with some of the business owners. He attended the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce luncheon and a SACOG Megaregion Working Group meeting. He commented briefly on the Neighborhood Area funding.
Vice Mayor Lopez-Taff's report covered a longer period due to her absence from the June 11 City Council Meeting. She attended the City Scoop event on June 4 and a community closet event at Mariposa Elementary School, which was partially funded through a City grant. She attended the Metro Fire 2x2 meeting. She participated in a Citrus Heights Chamber Board meeting that included a tour of Republic Services' organics transfer station.
Council Member Schaefer took a moment to recognize Communications Officer Brown on completing the Emergency Communications Academy.
Mayor Karpinski-Costa reported on hosting two Mondays with the Mayor. She noted that Council Member Schaefer will fill in for her on June 30. She attended a meeting of the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito & Vector Control Board.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
5. Pulled for a separate vote.
SUBJECT: On-Call Traffic Signal and Streetlight Maintenance Services Agreement, Project No. 25-01 - Award of Contract
STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist / M. Poole
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2025-044, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Bear Electrical Solutions, LLC, for the On-Call Traffic Signal and Streetlight Maintenance Services Agreement 2025-2028
SUBJECT: On-Call Sign Maintenance Services 2025-2030, Project No. 25-09 - Award of Contract
STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / M. Poole
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2025-045, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with McGuire Pacific Constructors for the On-Call Sign Maintenance Services contract 2025-2030
8. SUBJECT: Initiate Proceedings for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Annual Update for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District 97-01 (Zones 1, 2, 3, & 4) STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the City Council adopt the following resolutions in the order listed:
a. Resolution No. 2025-046, 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); and b. Resolution No. 2025-047, A Resolution of Intention of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, to Levy and Collect Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 97-01 (Zones 1, 2, 3, and 4).
SUBJECT: Initiate Proceedings for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 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 City Council adopt the following resolutions in the order listed:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-048, 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; and b. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-049, 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. 98-02, Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4; and
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c. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-050, 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; and d. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-051, A Resolution of Intention of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, to Levy and Collect Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 98-01; and e. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-052, A Resolution of Intention of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, to Levy and Collect Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 98-02, Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4; and f. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-053, A Resolution of Intention of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, to Levy and Collect Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 03-01, Zones 1, 2 and 3.
10. SUBJECT: Citrus Heights Lighting Assessment District - Initiate Proceedings for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Annual Update
STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the City Council adopt the following resolutions in the order listed:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-054, 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; and
b. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-055, A Resolution of Intention of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, to Levy and Collect Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 for the Citrus Heights Lighting District.
11. SUBJECT: Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail - Mariposa Extension Award of Contract for Professional Services to Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. - General Services Project 23-01 STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist / N. Deen
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2025-056, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Protessional Services Agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for the Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail - Mariposa Extension Project
12. SUBJECT: Capital Replacement Fund - Fleet Acquisitions STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / B. Panell
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2025-057, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Expend Capital Replacement Funds for Fleet Replacement Needs
Prior to action being taken, Vice Mayor Lopez-Taff pulled Item 5 for a separate vote. Mayor Karpinski- Costa asked questions on Item 11 and City Engineer Blomquist responded.
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ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Schaefer, seconded by Council Member Nelson, the City Council adopted Consent Calendar Items 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12.
AYES: Middleton, Nelson, Schaefer, Lopez-Taff, Karpinski-Costa NOES: None
ABSENT: None
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS PULLED FOR SEPARATE VOTE
SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Minutes of the Meeting of June 11, 2025 ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Middleton, seconded by Council Member Nelson, the City Council adopted Consent Calendar Item 5, approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of June 11, 2025.
City Clerk Van conducted a Roll Call Vote.
AYES: Middleton, Nelson, Schaefer, Karpinski-Costa
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Lopez-Taff
ABSENT: None
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
13. SUBJECT: Gateway Activation Project (GAP) Update and Direction STAFF REPORT: C. Kempenaar / R. Cave / L. Blomquist / A. Bermudez / M. Brown RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the City Council receive an update on the Gateway Activation Project and provide direction to begin the project's environmental review and preliminary engineering.
Community Development Director Kempenaar provided a presentation on the project, which aims to look at trail connection and a gateway to the northeastern corner of Citrus Heights. He noted that the GAP presentation addresses one of the 2025 City Council Strategic Objectives. He provided an overview of the following:
• The project objectives of trail connectivity, roadway enhancements and leveraging partnerships • The project challenges, including right-of-way constraints and significant traffic along Old Auburn Road
• The existing traffic and travel characteristics
Staff provided roundabout and pedestrian hybrid beacon (signal) options for the Argo Drive Crossing and Wachtel/Oakwood Hills Circle. Options included combinations of roundabouts, signals and stop signs.
City Engineer Blomquist discussed the roadway intersections. Communications Officer Brown reviewed the community outreach on the project that has been conducted to date, as well as the community survey results. The public's priorities include improving safety, trail connections and slowing traffic.
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Staff recommended the following:
• Roundabout - Argo Drive
• Trail Crossing at Argo Drive
• Roundabout - Wachtel Way
• Roundabout- Oakwood Hills Circle
Public Comment
David B. Shelton, having been a Civil/Traffic Engineer, commented on what can cause confusion for drivers in roundabouts.
The City Council favored staff's recommendation (3 Roundabouts) and directed staff to begin environmental review for the project.
Mayor Karpinski-Costa took a moment to recognize Luke, a Boy Scout in the audience from Troop 144 in Orangevale. Luke addressed the Council and discussed his project for earning the Communication Merit Badge.
Mayor Karpinski-Costa also recognized Director Cave for her responsive, prompt and thorough customer service and communication.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
None.
CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Feeney provided a presentation. He attended the Police Department's Oath of Office Ceremony on June 25. He reported on the Citrus Heights Police Department's participation in the Law Enforcement Torch Run, which supports Special Olympics athletes and their families. He provided details on the Stars and Stripes Celebration and encouraged the community to attend.
ITEMS REQUESTED BY COUNCIL MEMBERS / FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS None.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Karpinski-Costa adjourned the regular meeting at 7:33 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
епи Van
Amy Van, City Clerk
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