COMMUNICATIONS
IN RELATION TO THE
CITY OF ELK GROVE
MAY 13, 2026
REGULAR MEETING
(None as of posting the agenda,
2:00 p.m., 05-08-26)
8401 Laguna Palms Way • Elk Grove, California 95758
Tel: 916.683.7111 • Fax: 916.627.4201 • elkgrove.gov
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Jason Behrmann, City Manager
Subject: City Manager's General Administrative Report
May 13 2026
Campus Dedication Ceremony
The Police Department hosted a ceremony earlier today officially renaming the department’s campus at 8400 Laguna Palms Way the Officer Ty Lenehan Public Safety Center. A memorial plaque commemorating Officer Lenehan’s service and legacy was unveiled during the event.
Country Music Weekend
City staff and community members are preparing for Elk Grove’s largest live music event to take place this weekend at Mahon Ranch. Luke Bryan’s Farm Tour will draw an estimated 20,000 visitors for a sold-out show on Saturday. Local businesses are offering special events and promotions throughout the weekend. To kick off the festivities, the City’s Music on Main series will feature a free country music concert at Old Town Plaza on Friday night starting at 6 p.m.
Staff has worked closely with the show producer to prepare for this weekend and make sure that the concert is a safe experience for everyone. For information on traffic plans and parking near the concert venue, or a rundown of other rules and restrictions, visit the Police Department’s Facebook or Instagram pages.
National Community Survey Update
The City launched its 2026 National Community Survey on April 27. This biannual national assessment measures resident perceptions of public safety, infrastructure, and overall quality of life.
Randomly selected Elk Grove households received invitations in the mail to participate last month. Beginning on May 18, all other residents will have the chance to complete an online survey from the City’s website.
The survey will remain open until June 1. More information and copies of the previous survey results can also be found on the City’s website.
Learn all about e-bikes
May is Bike Month and the city is offering e-bike classes to showcase the different systems and types of e-bikes available and how to shop for, maintain, store, and safely ride an e-bike. A virtual class will be held this Saturday, May 16 (11 a.m. to 12) on Zoom and a live session is scheduled on Saturday, May 30 from 10 a.m.-12 at District56. Elk Grove residents who participate will be entered into a raffle to win a free e-bike. Register online from the city’s website. 5/13/26, 2:04 PM City Manager Updates
https://elkgrove.gov/city-manager/city-manager-updates 1/5 Big Trucks Roll in for Annual Event
Celebrate National Public Works Week at Big Truck Day next Wednesday, May 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at District56. Geared to kids ages 2-6 years, the event will showcase the staff and vehicles that keep our city running. On-site activities, entertainment, and special photo spaces will offer young children a memorable and exciting day. Food will be available for purchase; all other activities are free.
Are you ready to make a splash?
The Elk Grove Aquatics Center is gearing up for their official season opener on Saturday, May 23. Recreation swim sessions, group and private swim lessons, kids camps, and daily water fitness sessions will be available all summer long. For operating hours and other information, visit the District56 website.
I am available to answer any questions regarding this report.
Standing Citywide Initiatives Update
Capital Southeast Connector Joint Powers Association (JPA) Description
The Five agency Joint Powers Authority (City of Elk Grove, City of Folsom, City of Rancho Cordova, County of Sacramento, County of El Dorado) are working to develop a connector road linking Hwy 50 in El Dorado County at the future Silva Valley Interchange in El Dorado Hills with Interstate 5 at the Hood Franklin Interchange.
Update - Sheldon Area
The Grant Line Road Precise Roadway Plan Study that focused on the 2.7-mile Segment C of the Connector was presented to City Council on August 24, 2022 where Council agreed with the recommended Roundabouts versus Signals and the inclusion of an additional intersection between Sheldon Road and Calvine Road to reduce out of direction travel. Direction to initiate further analysis of the Wilton Road Intersection alternatives, and the incorporation of the preferred intersection controls into the Rural Area Community Plan of the General Plan as part of a future General Plan Update was also provided. Project WTR091, Grant Line Rd. and Wilton Road Operational Improvements is in Project Approval and Environmental Document (PA&ED) with AECOM Engineering. Dokken is concurrently working to complete the environmental assessment of Grant Line Road between Sherman Oaks Court to Aleilani Lane. This process has been delayed until Winter of 2026/2027 as the design team incorporates the updated National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) guidelines for roundabout design.
Update - Kammerer Road Extension
The City is preparing the 65% design package for the extension of Kammerer Road from I-5 to Bruceville. Design continues to progress, and right-of-way acquisition activities have begun.The full acquisition of one of the properties has been completed and now owned by the City. A Notice Of Decision to Appraise is being sent for a partial acquisition property. 5/13/26, 2:04 PM City Manager Updates
https://elkgrove.gov/city-manager/city-manager-updates 2/5 District56
Description
The City is developing a multi-phased recreational campus on 56 acres just east of Big Horn Boulevard and south of Civic Center Drive. The site is known as District56 to honor the suggestion of "District" during the public naming process and 56 for the number of acres on the site. Individual projects are described in detail below. The Elk Grove Aquatics Center, the Center (including Senior Center and Veterans Hall), The Avenue of the Arts/Commons, Veterans Grove and the Preserve Nature Area are complete and operational. Future planned phases include a library and performing arts center. The District56 website has been launched and can be found at: http://www.district56elkgrove.com/.
Update - Library and Performing Arts
The City has finalized a plan for the future Library and Cultural Arts Center (including a Performing Arts Center).
Recommendations were presented to the Council on August 22, 2018 and were well received. The cost estimate (prepared in 2018) for the facility is between $82-$113 million depending on the program size and desired amenities.
Library Relocation
Description
In 2006, the City facilitated the relocation of the Elk Grove branch to 8900 Elk Grove Boulevard. This facility, at the time, provided more space for the library and placed it at a prominent corner entering Old Town. As documented in a 2018 study, the community has outgrown this site and a new location is needed for the Elk Grove branch. In early 2021, the City acquired the former Rite Aid building at 9260 Elk Grove Boulevard. The new location needs renovations before the library could move in. The project will include a full interior renovation, parking lot improvements, new landscaping and other new amenities.
Update - New Library Site
Council awarded this project on January 8, 2025, to SC Builders. The contractor has started the second order of work which includes all the construction activities. Construction is progressing and completion is anticipated later this summer (2026).
Update - Library Reuse
Staff led interactive design workshops on April 29 at Kerr Middle School and May 5 for Elk Grove High School for Beyond Books:
Reimagining 8900 Elk Grove Blvd, a City of Elk Grove initiative inviting residents to help shape the future of the historic library building after the library relocates. Using floor plans, furniture cutouts, mood boards, and inspiration images, students worked in teams through a fast-paced design thinking exercise focused on one question: how to create a welcoming space for the entire community. Their concepts emphasized flexible spaces that combine food, creative activities, gaming, and quiet study, reflecting a strong belief that community spaces should serve many different people at once. The project will continue this spring with additional student workshops, business focus group, and other public engagement efforts, including summer outreach and fall community workshops at District56, with community feedback helping inform the feasibility study and future staff recommendations for the site.
5/13/26, 2:04 PM City Manager Updates
https://elkgrove.gov/city-manager/city-manager-updates 3/5 Permanent Homeless Shelter
Description
The City is developing a permanent homeless shelter to be located at the intersection of Survey Rd and E Stockton Blvd. The shelter will offer 20 beds for adults, 5 emergency beds for adults, and four family units. Shelter amenities include semi-private sleeping areas, lounge and quiet areas, dining/multipurpose space, a commercial kitchen, laundry facilities, and separate outdoor areas for adults and families. The future shelter website can be found at https://elkgrove.gov/homelessness-elk-grove/future- homeless-shelter.
Update
Since the Council provided direction on sites on February 11, 2026, the City began acquisition investigations and entered into task orders with NJA to complete schematic design for the future shelter and Interwest to provide architectural review services.
Contact has been made with the representatives of the trust that owns the site, and an appraisal is planned. A detailed project schedule is under development. A neighbor engagement meeting focused on the businesses in the immediate vicinity of the planned shelter location was held April 23.
Project Elevate: An Elevated Retail, Dining, and Entertainment Experience for Elk Grove
Description
The City owns a 20-acre property at the southeast corner of Elk Grove and Big Horn Boulevards, just north of District56. The City has evaluated future development opportunities for the site and has determined that a development project consisting of a mixed- use town center-style development that includes retail, dining, entertainment, office, a hotel, and potential residential is the preferred project at the site. The objective of the project is to elevate the level of retail, dining, entertainment, and hospitality amenities in the City, while at the same time developing the site with enhanced design elements that promote pedestrian activity and include central, public gathering spaces. For these reasons, the City refers to the project as Project Elevate.
Update
On June 25, 2025, the City Council authorized a Purchase and Sale Agreement between the City and developer CenterCal. Under the terms of the Agreement, CenterCal will purchase the property from the City for $4 million and will develop a project consistent with the City’s vision. The project will consist of a minimum of 100,00 SF of new-to-market elevated retail and dining, a four-story 100 room boutique hotel, and10,000 SF of second floor uses that could include office or retail. The project could include market-rate and affordable residential units, as well. CenterCal is currently in the process of completing pre-leasing and site planning activities and preparing an entitlement application for submission to the City.
Whitelock Interchange
Description
The Project will construct a new interchange connecting Whitelock Parkway to State Route 99 (SR-99) between the Elk Grove Boulevard and Grant Line Road interchanges. The Project also includes consideration of auxiliary lanes of SR-99 to improve traffic operations. In addition, the Project will provide a new bicycle and pedestrian connection to Elk Grove Regional Park. The Project also includes improvements to the local roadway network associated with the Lotz Parkway and Promenade Parkway Project (WTR096) to support access and circulation in the surrounding area. 5/13/26, 2:04 PM City Manager Updates
https://elkgrove.gov/city-manager/city-manager-updates 4/5 Update
The Project is currently in the environmental phase. Work is progressing to define project impacts for the environmental studies.
The City is actively coordinating with Caltrans regarding obtaining a Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Exemption which would exclude the Project from being required to pay VMT Mitigation fees.
Status Of Council Direction/Follow Up Matters
Date Direction/Follow Up Status
2/20/25 Explore options for supporting employees with childcare needs. Staff is preparing this item for a future memo back to the Council.
2/20/25 Would like an item returned regarding having a discussion of exploring a ProHousing designation.
Staff is preparing this item for a
future meeting.
9/10/25
Would like an item returned regarding electric vehicles (bikes, scooters, etc) and how excessive speed and safety issues are of concern.
Staff is preparing this item for a
future meeting.
4/22/26 Would like staff to review HR 2289 and take a legislative position. Staff is currently reviewing this bill.
4/22/26 Have staff from the City and Cosumnes CSD have conversations regarding resident concerns with CCSD Ordinance 15.
City and CCSD staff are having
ongoing discussions.
5/13/26, 2:04 PM City Manager Updates
https://elkgrove.gov/city-manager/city-manager-updates 5/5