CITY OF CITRUS HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting of Wednesday, September 9, 2026
City Hall Council Chambers 6360 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights, CA 6:00 PM REGULAR MEETING
WATCH A CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The City of Citrus Heights welcomes your interest and involvement in the City’s legislative process.
The following methods are available to observe a Council meeting:
l In person: City Hall Council Chambers
l Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82346696289 l Online: Livestream and replay past meetings at www.citrusheights.net l On Television: Watch live and replays of meetings on Sac Metro Cable, Channel 14 HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
The City provides the following ways to participate in a Council meeting:
l In-person public comments: Please fill out a blue Speaker Identification Card and give it to the City Clerk before the item is heard
l Live remote public comments:
n Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82346696289 n Dial-in: 1-669-900-6833 | Webinar ID: 823 4669 6289
n Press *9 to raise your hand to request to speak
n Press *6 to unmute when called upon to speak
l Written public comments:
n Submit written comments by 4:00 p.m. on the meeting date by completing an online Speaker Card citrusheights.net/FormCenter/City-Council-Meetings- Speaker-Card-30 Written comments will not be read during the City Council meeting but will be forwarded to all Council Members and become part of the public record.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT:
If you need a disability-related modification or accommodation, to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk ’s Office 916-725-2448, [email protected], or City Hall 6360 Fountain Square Drive at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. TDD: California Relay Service 7-1-1.
September 9, 2026 City Council Agenda Packet
09-09-26 REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA PACKET.PDF
CALL REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER
1. Flag Salute - Led by the Citrus Heights Police Department Explorers
2. Roll Call: Council Members: Karpinski - Costa, Nelson, Schaefer, Middleton, Lopez- Taff
3. Video Statement
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PRESENTATIONS
4. Proclamation Of The City Of Citrus Heights Proclaiming September 13-19, 2026 As National Adult Education & Family Literacy Week
5. Proclamation Of The City Of Citrus Heights Proclaiming September 2026 As “Prostate Cancer Awareness Month”
6. Proclamation Of The City Of Citrus Heights Recognizing “Firefighter Appreciation Month” And “California Firefighters Memorial Day”
7. Proclamation Of The City Of Citrus Heights Proclaiming September 20-26, 2026, As “National Forensic Science Week ”
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are entitled to address the City Council concerning any item within the City Council ’s subject matter jurisdiction. Pursuant to the Brown Act, the City Council is prohibited from discussing or acting on any item raised during “Public Comment ” not appearing on the posted agenda.
COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND REGIONAL BOARD UPDATES
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.
8. SUBJECT: Approval Of Minutes
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Minutes of the Special and Regular Meetings of June 10, 2026
9. SUBJECT: Conflict Of Interest Code Biennial Update
STAFF REPORT: A. Van / D. Jones
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-___, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Adopting an Amended Conflict of Interest Code and a List of Designated Positions
10. SUBJECT: 2025 Accessibility And Drainage Project – Final Acceptance And Notice Of Completion
STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist / D. Kehrer
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-___, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Accepting the 2025 Accessibility and Drainage Project as Complete and Authorizing the City Engineer to Record a Notice of Completion and Release the Contract Retention
11. SUBJECT: 7555 Old Auburn Road Tenant Improvement Project – Award Of Contract STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / M. Poole / B. Panell / T. Luchini RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-___, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with American River Construction, Inc. for the 7555 Old Auburn Road Tenant Improvement Project
REGULAR CALENDAR
12. SUBJECT: League Of California Cities Annual Conference Resolution STAFF REPORT: C. Kempenaar
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council review the Cal Cities Resolution and Provide Direction to the City’s Voting Delegate
ITEMS REQUESTED BY COUNCIL MEMBERS / FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
CITY MANAGER ITEMS
ADJOURNMENT
ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL:
The Council may take up any agenda item at any time, regardless of the order listed. If you wish to address the Council during the meeting, please fill out a Speaker Identification Sheet and give it to the City Clerk before the item is heard. When you are called upon to speak, step forward to the podium and state your name for the record. Normally, speakers are limited to three (3) minutes each. The Mayor has the discretion to lengthen or shorten the allotted times.
LEVINE ACT:
The Levine Act (Government Code Section 84308) requires parties to a proceeding before the City of Citrus Heights involving a license, permit or other entitlement for use to disclose any contribution over $500 made to a City elected or appointed officer (including Council Members and Planning Commissioners) within the 12 months before and 12 months after the City decision, and are prohibited from making, participating in, or using their official position to influence the decision.
WRITINGS RECEIVED AFTER AGENDA POSTING:
Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection during normal business hours at City Hall, located at 6360 Fountain Square Drive. Audio/Visual presentation material must be provided to the City Clerk’s Office at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Email subscriptions of the agenda are available online by signing up with the City’s Notify Me service.
Documents:
CITY OF CITRUS HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting of Wednesday, September 9, 2026
City Hall Council Chambers 6360 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights, CA 6:00 PM REGULAR MEETING
WATCH A CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The City of Citrus Heights welcomes your interest and involvement in the City’s legislative process.
The following methods are available to observe a Council meeting:
l In person: City Hall Council Chambers
l Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82346696289 l Online: Livestream and replay past meetings at www.citrusheights.net l On Television: Watch live and replays of meetings on Sac Metro Cable, Channel 14 HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
The City provides the following ways to participate in a Council meeting:
l In-person public comments: Please fill out a blue Speaker Identification Card and give it to the City Clerk before the item is heard
l Live remote public comments:
n Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82346696289 n Dial-in: 1-669-900-6833 | Webinar ID: 823 4669 6289
n Press *9 to raise your hand to request to speak
n Press *6 to unmute when called upon to speak
l Written public comments:
n Submit written comments by 4:00 p.m. on the meeting date by completing an online Speaker Card citrusheights.net/FormCenter/City-Council-Meetings- Speaker-Card-30 Written comments will not be read during the City Council meeting but will be forwarded to all Council Members and become part of the public record.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT:
If you need a disability-related modification or accommodation, to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk ’s Office 916-725-2448, [email protected], or City Hall 6360 Fountain Square Drive at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. TDD: California Relay Service 7-1-1.
September 9, 2026 City Council Agenda Packet
09-09-26 REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA PACKET.PDF
CALL REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER
1. Flag Salute - Led by the Citrus Heights Police Department Explorers
2. Roll Call: Council Members: Karpinski - Costa, Nelson, Schaefer, Middleton, Lopez- Taff
3. Video Statement
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PRESENTATIONS
4. Proclamation Of The City Of Citrus Heights Proclaiming September 13-19, 2026 As National Adult Education & Family Literacy Week
5. Proclamation Of The City Of Citrus Heights Proclaiming September 2026 As “Prostate Cancer Awareness Month”
6. Proclamation Of The City Of Citrus Heights Recognizing “Firefighter Appreciation Month” And “California Firefighters Memorial Day”
7. Proclamation Of The City Of Citrus Heights Proclaiming September 20-26, 2026, As “National Forensic Science Week ”
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are entitled to address the City Council concerning any item within the City Council ’s subject matter jurisdiction. Pursuant to the Brown Act, the City Council is prohibited from discussing or acting on any item raised during “Public Comment ” not appearing on the posted agenda.
COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND REGIONAL BOARD UPDATES
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.
8. SUBJECT: Approval Of Minutes
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Minutes of the Special and Regular Meetings of June 10, 2026
9. SUBJECT: Conflict Of Interest Code Biennial Update
STAFF REPORT: A. Van / D. Jones
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-___, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Adopting an Amended Conflict of Interest Code and a List of Designated Positions
10. SUBJECT: 2025 Accessibility And Drainage Project – Final Acceptance And Notice Of Completion
STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist / D. Kehrer
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-___, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Accepting the 2025 Accessibility and Drainage Project as Complete and Authorizing the City Engineer to Record a Notice of Completion and Release the Contract Retention
11. SUBJECT: 7555 Old Auburn Road Tenant Improvement Project – Award Of Contract STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / M. Poole / B. Panell / T. Luchini RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-___, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with American River Construction, Inc. for the 7555 Old Auburn Road Tenant Improvement Project
REGULAR CALENDAR
12. SUBJECT: League Of California Cities Annual Conference Resolution STAFF REPORT: C. Kempenaar
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council review the Cal Cities Resolution and Provide Direction to the City’s Voting Delegate
ITEMS REQUESTED BY COUNCIL MEMBERS / FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
CITY MANAGER ITEMS
ADJOURNMENT
ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL:
The Council may take up any agenda item at any time, regardless of the order listed. If you wish to address the Council during the meeting, please fill out a Speaker Identification Sheet and give it to the City Clerk before the item is heard. When you are called upon to speak, step forward to the podium and state your name for the record. Normally, speakers are limited to three (3) minutes each. The Mayor has the discretion to lengthen or shorten the allotted times.
LEVINE ACT:
The Levine Act (Government Code Section 84308) requires parties to a proceeding before the City of Citrus Heights involving a license, permit or other entitlement for use to disclose any contribution over $500 made to a City elected or appointed officer (including Council Members and Planning Commissioners) within the 12 months before and 12 months after the City decision, and are prohibited from making, participating in, or using their official position to influence the decision.
WRITINGS RECEIVED AFTER AGENDA POSTING:
Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection during normal business hours at City Hall, located at 6360 Fountain Square Drive. Audio/Visual presentation material must be provided to the City Clerk’s Office at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Email subscriptions of the agenda are available online by signing up with the City’s Notify Me service.
Documents:
CITY OF CITRUS HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting of Wednesday, September 9, 2026
City Hall Council Chambers 6360 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights, CA 6:00 PM REGULAR MEETING
WATCH A CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The City of Citrus Heights welcomes your interest and involvement in the City’s legislative process.
The following methods are available to observe a Council meeting:
l In person: City Hall Council Chambers
l Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82346696289 l Online: Livestream and replay past meetings at www.citrusheights.net l On Television: Watch live and replays of meetings on Sac Metro Cable, Channel 14 HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
The City provides the following ways to participate in a Council meeting:
l In-person public comments: Please fill out a blue Speaker Identification Card and give it to the City Clerk before the item is heard
l Live remote public comments:
n Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82346696289 n Dial-in: 1-669-900-6833 | Webinar ID: 823 4669 6289
n Press *9 to raise your hand to request to speak
n Press *6 to unmute when called upon to speak
l Written public comments:
n Submit written comments by 4:00 p.m. on the meeting date by completing an online Speaker Card citrusheights.net/FormCenter/City-Council-Meetings- Speaker-Card-30 Written comments will not be read during the City Council meeting but will be forwarded to all Council Members and become part of the public record.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT:
If you need a disability-related modification or accommodation, to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk ’s Office 916-725-2448, [email protected], or City Hall 6360 Fountain Square Drive at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. TDD: California Relay Service 7-1-1.
September 9, 2026 City Council Agenda Packet
09-09-26 REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA PACKET.PDF
CALL REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER
1. Flag Salute - Led by the Citrus Heights Police Department Explorers
2. Roll Call: Council Members: Karpinski - Costa, Nelson, Schaefer, Middleton, Lopez- Taff
3. Video Statement
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PRESENTATIONS
4. Proclamation Of The City Of Citrus Heights Proclaiming September 13-19, 2026 As National Adult Education & Family Literacy Week
5. Proclamation Of The City Of Citrus Heights Proclaiming September 2026 As “Prostate Cancer Awareness Month”
6. Proclamation Of The City Of Citrus Heights Recognizing “Firefighter Appreciation Month” And “California Firefighters Memorial Day”
7. Proclamation Of The City Of Citrus Heights Proclaiming September 20-26, 2026, As “National Forensic Science Week ”
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are entitled to address the City Council concerning any item within the City Council ’s subject matter jurisdiction. Pursuant to the Brown Act, the City Council is prohibited from discussing or acting on any item raised during “Public Comment ” not appearing on the posted agenda.
COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND REGIONAL BOARD UPDATES
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.
8. SUBJECT: Approval Of Minutes
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Minutes of the Special and Regular Meetings of June 10, 2026
9. SUBJECT: Conflict Of Interest Code Biennial Update
STAFF REPORT: A. Van / D. Jones
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-___, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Adopting an Amended Conflict of Interest Code and a List of Designated Positions
10. SUBJECT: 2025 Accessibility And Drainage Project – Final Acceptance And Notice Of Completion
STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / L. Blomquist / D. Kehrer
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-___, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Accepting the 2025 Accessibility and Drainage Project as Complete and Authorizing the City Engineer to Record a Notice of Completion and Release the Contract Retention
11. SUBJECT: 7555 Old Auburn Road Tenant Improvement Project – Award Of Contract STAFF REPORT: R. Cave / M. Poole / B. Panell / T. Luchini RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-___, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Citrus Heights, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with American River Construction, Inc. for the 7555 Old Auburn Road Tenant Improvement Project
REGULAR CALENDAR
12. SUBJECT: League Of California Cities Annual Conference Resolution STAFF REPORT: C. Kempenaar
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council review the Cal Cities Resolution and Provide Direction to the City’s Voting Delegate
ITEMS REQUESTED BY COUNCIL MEMBERS / FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
CITY MANAGER ITEMS
ADJOURNMENT
ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL:
The Council may take up any agenda item at any time, regardless of the order listed. If you wish to address the Council during the meeting, please fill out a Speaker Identification Sheet and give it to the City Clerk before the item is heard. When you are called upon to speak, step forward to the podium and state your name for the record. Normally, speakers are limited to three (3) minutes each. The Mayor has the discretion to lengthen or shorten the allotted times.
LEVINE ACT:
The Levine Act (Government Code Section 84308) requires parties to a proceeding before the City of Citrus Heights involving a license, permit or other entitlement for use to disclose any contribution over $500 made to a City elected or appointed officer (including Council Members and Planning Commissioners) within the 12 months before and 12 months after the City decision, and are prohibited from making, participating in, or using their official position to influence the decision.
WRITINGS RECEIVED AFTER AGENDA POSTING:
Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection during normal business hours at City Hall, located at 6360 Fountain Square Drive. Audio/Visual presentation material must be provided to the City Clerk’s Office at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Email subscriptions of the agenda are available online by signing up with the City’s Notify Me service.
Documents: