COMMUNICATIONS
IN RELATION TO THE
CITY OF ELK GROVE
JUNE 24, 2026
REGULAR MEETING
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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
June 24 2026
Fireworks Enforcement Efforts
Code Enforcement, Police, and Cosumnes Fire are preparing for another active Independence Day holiday. Fireworks stands across the city will open this Friday and safety inspections are currently under way. The “Don’t Blow Your Summer Budget” education and awareness campaign has promoted the financial penalties for property owners and tenants caught using illegal fireworks. Marketing materials have been displayed at local bars, restaurants, and City and CSD facilities for the past 3 weeks in addition to the city’s newsletter and an active social media campaign. Campaign signage is also being added to local fireworks stands this week.
City enforcement units will be patrolling on the ground and in the air over the July 4th holiday. You can report illegal fireworks through the EGPD’s non-emergency number at (916) 714-5115. For life-threatening emergencies, dial 9-1-1.
Bike Rodeo
The City has partnered with the Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates (SABA) and the California Office of Traffic Safety to host two bike rodeos this month. Over thirty children and their parents attended the first rodeo earlier this month. The second will be hosted this Saturday, June 27 at District56. A certified instructor will teach students ages 5-12 important skills through practice on a variety of agility courses led. There is no cost to participate, but registration is required. Details can be found on the city’s website.
Protect Your Pets
The 4th of July is one of the busiest times of the year for lost pets. Fireworks can cause even well-behaved pets to panic and run away. Animal Services will be hosting a free microchipping and vaccine clinic at the Animal Shelter (9150 Union Park Way) on Wednesday, July 1 and Thursday, July 2 to prepare families for the holiday weekend. This service is free, but appointments are required. A registration link can be found on the animal services page of the city website.
Drones Return to the City’s Salute to the Red, White & Blue Elk Grove is marking America’s biggest birthday with a bang and a touch of tech. The annual Independence Day show at Elk Grove Park will include a special 250th tribute drone show in addition to the fireworks display. Festivities start at 5 p.m. A concert by Pop Fiction kicks off the entertainment at 7:30 p.m. and the skies will light up at 9:40 p.m. Parking inside Elk Grove Park is $15 per vehicle, but SacRT will offer free shuttle service to the park beginning at 4:30 p.m. on the blue and red shuttles; routes can be found on the SacRT website. The 2026 Salute to the Red, White & Blue is hosted by the City and Cosumnes CSD and presented by Sky River Casino. Details and the event’s traffic advisory can be found on the city’s website. 6/24/26, 2:28 PM City Manager Updates
https://elkgrove.gov/city-manager/city-manager-updates 1/5 City Hall Holiday
City Hall, the Special Waste Collection Center, District56, and the Animal Shelter will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Trash and recycling and public safety services will operate on a regular schedule.
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 is now owned by the City. An offer was provided last week for a partial acquisition property and initial outreach meetings with three other property owners occurred last week as well.
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. 6/24/26, 2:28 PM City Manager Updates
https://elkgrove.gov/city-manager/city-manager-updates 2/5 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 completed four youth outreach sessions 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. The City held four youth sessions at Kerr Middle School (April 29), Elk Grove High School (May 5), the existing Library building (May 20), and the Teen Center (May 21) with 71 participants. Their concepts emphasized flexible spaces that combine food, creative activities, music, gaming and quiet study, reflecting a strong belief that community spaces should serve many different people at once. Public engagement will continue with business and non-profit focus groups planned for summer 2026, a community-wide survey launching in June 2026, tabling at summer events, and fall community workshops at District56 in September. Community feedback will help inform a feasibility study and future staff recommendations for the site.
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 both the City and the owner have completed appraisals. The project schedule anticipates moving forward with acquisition and entitlements in the next few months. The Economic Development team is also developing a strategy to share with the businesses in the immediate vicinity of the planned shelter location.
6/24/26, 2:28 PM City Manager Updates
https://elkgrove.gov/city-manager/city-manager-updates 3/5 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.
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.
This is currently being worked on by
staff.
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. (delayed for capacity
reasons)
6/24/26, 2:28 PM City Manager Updates
https://elkgrove.gov/city-manager/city-manager-updates 4/5 Date Direction/Follow Up Status
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 council
discussion in August.
4/22/26
Have staff from the City and Cosumnes CSD have
conversations regarding resident concerns with CSD
Ordinance 15 (feral cats).
City and CCSD staff are having
ongoing discussions.
5/13/26 Update current bike/trail maps to include neighborhood connections as shown by a member of the Trails Committee.
This is currently being worked on by
staff.
6/24/26, 2:28 PM City Manager Updates
https://elkgrove.gov/city-manager/city-manager-updates 5/5