COMMUNICATIONS
IN RELATION TO THE
CITY OF ELK GROVE
OCTOBER 14, 2026
REGULAR MEETING
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
October 14 2026
General Election
Vote-by-mail ballots are being distributed for the November 3, 2026, General Election and Vote Centers will open closer to Election Day. Residents are encouraged to visit the Sacramento County Voter Registration and Elections website for information about ballot status, voting options, vote center locations, and answers to election-related questions.
Public Affairs Earns International Event Industry Awards The City’s Public Affairs team brought home three awards last week from the International Festivals and Events Association (IFEA) including Gold level honors for Best Social Media Video for the Paint the Grove Mural Festival promotion and Best Merchandise for the Music on Main Street bandana. Diversity Month also received Bronze level honors for Best Cultural/Heritage Event. Please join me in congratulating the Public Affairs team on these honors.
Diwali Festival Lights Up the Night
The City will once again host the annual Diwali celebration presented by USA Sanatan Sports & Cultural Association next Thursday, October 22 from 6:00-8:30 p.m. at District56 (9701 Big Horn Blvd). Celebrated by members of the Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist and Jain religions, the evening recognizes the power of light over darkness and good over evil. Festivities will include dance, fashion, music, and food. Free admission for all ages.
Final Call – Help Share the Creative Spark Vision
Creative Spark, Elk Grove’s Strategic Plan for Arts and Culture, is being developed to guide the next decade of arts, culture and the city’s creative economy. Our online survey will be open on the city’s website until October 30 to share your thoughts and ideas on Elk Grove’s arts and culture scene.
Startup Happy Hour Wraps Up 2026 in Style
The Economic Development team will host StartupSac’s final Startup Happy Hour of 2026 on Tuesday, November 17, from 5-7 p.m. at a TBD location. The evening will include the opportunity to hear from Destiny Oliphant, CEO of Trophy Beauty Spa and creator of Insta Brow, who recently won Second Place and Best of Elk Grove at Pitch Elk Grove 2026. Registration is now open and available on the StartupSac website where location details will be updated. 6 6 accessibility alerts
10/14/26, 2:52 PM City Manager Updates
https://elkgrove.gov/city-manager/city-manager-updates 1/5 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 submitted the 65% On System design package to Caltrans on 10/18/2026 and continues to prepare the 65% Off System design package for the extension of Kammerer Road from I-5 to Bruceville. Right-of-way acquisition activities are ongoing. The full acquisition of one of the properties has been completed and is now owned by the City. The structures on the full acquisition property are planned to be demolished this Spring. Appraisals have been completed for three other properties with the goal of making offers on these three properties this month. A Notice of Decision to Appraise was sent to another property this week.
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 accessibility alerts
10/14/26, 2:52 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
Construction of the new Elk Grove Library, located at 9260 Elk Grove Boulevard, is complete. The Sacramento Public Library (SPL) has successfully relocated operations from the former library to the new facility. The grand opening was held on October 10, 2026, and the new Elk Grove Library is now officially open to the public and fully operational.
Update - Library Reuse
Staff have finished community outreach 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. From April to September 2026, the City listened to the community in eight ways. Staff held four youth sessions with 71 participants, four summer pop-ups that reached about 89 residents, focus groups with nonprofits (16 participants, July 15), businesses (about 16, July 29) and City staff (about 12, August 19), and three community workshops at District 56 on September 2 and September 16 with 65 residents. The community-wide survey closed in September with 333 responses, and residents left 107 comments on social media. Across all groups, residents asked for learning space for all ages, arts and music, a place teens can call their own, a teaching kitchen and café, and shared meeting rooms that stay free or low cost. Staff will share results at the October 28 City Council meeting and then hire an architecture firm to support the feasibility study.
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/futurehomeless-shelter.
Update
Since the Council provided direction on sites on February 11, 2026, the City began with NJA (to complete schematic design for the future shelter) and Interwest (to provide architectural review services). The City officially acquired the site in late August 2026, and staff and the architect are refining the design to meet budget expectations. The project schedule anticipates moving forward with entitlements in late 2026, with construction completion in late 2028 or early 2029. The Economic Development team is also developing a strategy to share with the businesses in the immediate vicinity of the planned shelter location. 6 accessibility alerts
10/14/26, 2:52 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 mixeduse 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 environmental studies. The City and Caltrans are currently working through Interchange Geometric comments.
Status Of Council Direction/Follow Up Matters
Date Direction/Follow Up Status
2/20/25
Explore options for supporting employees
with childcare needs.
Child Action is providing referral services for
employees. They are also conducting a needs
assessment and identifying childcare providers for
non traditional work schedules.
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10/14/26, 2:52 PM City Manager Updates
https://elkgrove.gov/city-manager/city-manager-updates 4/5 Date Direction/Follow Up Status
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)
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.
Trail routes have been finalized and the map is now in
the design phase.
10/14/26, 2:52 PM City Manager Updates
https://elkgrove.gov/city-manager/city-manager-updates 5/5