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City Council Regular Meeting
MINUTES
December 12, 2023, 6:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER
The regular City Council meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm with Mayor Rosario Rodriguez presiding.
ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers Present: YK Chalamcherla, Vice Mayor
Mike Kozlowski, Councilmember
Anna Rohrbough, Councilmember
Sarah Aquino, Councilmember
Rosario Rodriguez, Mayor
Councilmembers Absent: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The pledge of allegiance was recited.
AGENDA UPDATE
City Attorney Steven Wang announced that there were no updates to the agenda
CONVENE JOINT MEETING
Joint meeting of the City Council, Folsom Redevelopment Successor Agency, the Folsom Public Financing Authority, the Folsom Ranch Financing Authority, and the South of 50 Parking Authority JOINT MEETING CONSENT CALENDAR:
ublic Financing Authority,
Authority Monthly Investment Reports for the Month of September 2023 Motion by Councilmember Sarah Aquino, second by Councilmember Mike Kozlowski to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Chalamcherla, Kozlowski, Rohrbough, Aquino, Rodriguez NOES: None
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ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
JOINT MEETING PUBLIC HEARING:
2. Folsom Ranch Financing Authority City of Folsom Community Facilities District No. 23 (Folsom Ranch) Improvement Area No. 2 Special Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2024 Farea No special Tax Bond See 214, the in or enti
Authorizing Necessary Actions and the Execution of other Documents in Connection therewith ii. Resolution No. 011 - Folsom Ranch FA - A Resolution of the Governing Board of the Folsom Ranch Financing Authority Authorizing the Issuance, Sale, and Delivery of not to exceed $12,500,000 Aggregate Principal Amount of City of Folsom Community Facilities District No. 23 (Folsom Ranch) Improvement Area No. 2 Special Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2024; Approving the Form and Substance of a Trust Agreement, Authorizing Modifications thereof and Execution and Delivery as Modified; Approving a Preliminary Official Statement, Authorizing Changes thereto and Execution and Delivery of an Official Statement to be Derived therefrom; Approving a Local Obligation Purchase Contract and a Bond Purchase Contract and Execution and Delivery of each, and Authorizing Related Actions Necessary to Implement the Proposed Financing
Finance Director Stacey Tamagni made a presentation, noting the $12,500,000 dollar amount.
Mayor Rosario Rodriguez opened the public hearing. Receiving no comments, the public hearing was closed.
Motion by Councilmember Sarah Aquino, second by Councilmember Mike Kozlowski to approve Resolution No. 11147. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Chalamcherla, Kozlowski, Rohrbough, Aquino, Rodriguez NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion by Boardmember Sarah Aquino, second by Boardmember Mike Kozlowski to approve Resolution No 011 - Folsom Ranch FA. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Chalamcherla, Kozlowski, Rohrbough, Aquino, Rodriguez NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The joint meeting was adjourned to the regular meeting.
SCHEDULED PRESENTATIONS:
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3. Resolution of Commendation Honoring Kikkoman Foods on their 25th Anniversary Mayor Rosario Rodriguez presented the resolution of commendation.
4. Proclamation of the Mayor of the City of Folsom Proclaiming December 16, 2023 as Wreaths Across America Day
Mayor Rosario Rodriguez presented the proclamation.
5. Declaration of the Folsom City Council Reaffirming Its Commitment to Promoting an Inclusive, Safe Environment For All
Mayor Rosario Rodriguez read the declaration. The following speakers addressed the City Council:
Rehav Alvi
Ashraf Abdelwhu
Riyez Mohammed
Deya Elghassein
BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR:
The following speakers addressed the City Council:
Scott Rafferty
Dan Carson, with Lorraine Poggione, Carrie Lane, and Justin Raithel Hari
Ramana Penumarty
Dr. Pal Manickam
Satish Challangi
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Items appearing on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion. City Councilmembers may pull an item for discussion.
6. Receive and File SB-165 Annual Reports for Community Facilities Districts No. 13, No. 14, No. 2013-1, No. 16, No. 17, No. 18, No. 19, No. 20, No. 21, No. 22, and No. 23 to Comply with the Local Agency Special Tax Bond and Accountability Act
7. Resolution No. 11134 - A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Sewer Easement and Maintenance Agreements between the Property Owners of 115 Natoma Street, 210 Natoma Street, 216 Natoma Street, 308 Natoma Street, 310 Natoma Street, and 312 Natoma Street and the City of Folsom for the Construction of the Natoma Alley Rehabilitation and Replacement Project and Appropriation of Funds
8. Resolution No. 11135 - A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Purchase Agreement with 911 Vehicle for Full Emergency Response Equipment and Emergency Lighting Installation for Four Fire Department Dodge Ram Pickup Trucks
9. pulled for discussion
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10. Resolution No. 11137 - A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Causey Consulting for Professional Consulting Services for the Preparation of the Sewer System Management Plan and Audit for Compliance with Statewide Waste Discharge Requirements
11. Resolution No. 11141 - A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to execute a Communications Site License Agreement with Comcast Cable Communications Management, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company, at 403 Stafford Street
12. pulled for discussion
13. Resolution No. 11144 - A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Public Trail Easement for the Oak Parkway Trail between the Property Owner of 339 Montrose Drive and the City of Folsom
14. Resolution No. 11145 - A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Public Trail Easement for the Oak Parkway Trail between the Property Owner of 337 Montrose Drive and the City of Folsom
15. Resolution No. 11146 - A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Public Trail Easement for the Oak Parkway Trail between the Property Owner of 341 Montrose Drive and the City of Folsom
Motion by Councilmember Sarah Aquino, second by Vice Mayor YK Chalamcherla to approve Consent Calendar items 6-8, 10-11, 13-15. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Chalamcherla, Kozlowski, Rohrbough, Aquino, Rodriguez NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION:
9. Resolution No. 11136 - A Resolution Accepting the AB1600 Development Fees Annual Report for the Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2023
Councilmember Anna Rohrbough pulled this item to inquire about the source and use of development fee funds. City Attorney Steven Wang provided clarification about what AB1600 Development Fees are, and the strict limitation on their use for infrastructure. Police Chief Rick Hillman provided information in response to Council questions.
Motion by Councilmember Sarah Aquino, second by Vice Mayor YK Chalamcherla to approve Resolution No. 11136. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Chalamcherla, Kozlowski, Rohrbough, Aquino, Rodriguez NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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12. Resolution No. 11143 - A Resolution Rejecting All Proposals for Maintenance of Parks, Trails & Pet Stations, and Public Works Areas
Councilmember Mike Kozlowski pulled this item for further explanation. Parks and Recreation Director Kelly Gonzales provided information, as did City Manager Elaine Andersen.
Motion by Councilmember Mike Kozlowski, second by Vice Mayor YK Chalamcherla to approve Resolution No. 11143. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Chalamcherla, Kozlowski, Rohrbough, Aquino, Rodriguez NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
PUBLIC HEARING:
16. Resolution No. 11139 - A Resolution to Adopt an Addendum to the Folsom Plan Area Specific Plan EIR/EIS and Approve a Specific Plan Amendment to Modify FPASP Table A.7 (Transportation, Communication, Infrastructure) to Add "Electronic Readerboard Sign" as a Conditionally Permitted Use on a Specific Property (Parcel 61 - APN No. 072-3190-052) Located at the Southwest Corner of the Intersection of U.S. Highway 50 and East Bidwell Street within the Folsom Plan Area (to be continued to the January 9, 2024 meeting) Motion by Councilmember Mike Kozlowski, second by Councilmember Sarah Aquino to continue the public hearing to January 9, 2024. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Chalamcherla, Kozlowski, Aquino, Rodriguez
NOES: Rohrbough
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
NEW BUSINESS:
17. Presentation on the City's General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance (Reserves) Policy and Direction to Staff
Finance Director Stacey Tamagni made a presentation and responded to questions from the City Council.
The City Council discussed the reserve policy and considered the identification of an appropriate range.
Motion by Councilmember Sarah Aquino, second by Councilmember Mike Kozlowski to amend the current financial policy regarding unassigned fund balance from 15% to a range of 17%- 20%. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Chalamcherla, Kozlowski, Rohrbough, Aquino, Rodriguez NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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It was the Council's consensus to direct staff to come back to determine where to allocate excess fund balance over the 20%.
SELECTION OF MAYOR AND VICE MAYOR FOR 2024:
18. Selection of Mayor and Vice Mayor
The following speaker addressed the City Council:
Scott Rafferty
Vice Mayor YK Chalamcherla offered comments
City Clerk Christa Freemantle explained the voting process for Mayor and Vice Mayor: She distributed ballots and read the results for the record.
For the position of Mayor, the following votes were cast:
Sarah Aquino voted for Mike Kozlowski as Mayor
Rosario Rodriguez voted for Mike Kozlowski as Mayor
YK Chalamcherla voted for YK Chalamcherla as Mayor
Anna Rohrbough voted for YK Chalamcherla as Mayor
Mike Kozlowski voted for Mike Kozlowski as Mayor
The City Council selected Mike Kozlowski as Mayor for 2024.
For the position of Vice Mayor, the following votes were cast:
Rosario Rodriguez voted for Sarah Aquino as Vice Mayor
Mike Kozlowski voted for Sarah Aquino as Vice Mayor
Sarah Aquino voted for Sarah Aquino as Vice Mayor
YK Chalamcherla voted for YK Chalamcherla as Vice Mayor Anna Rohrbough voted for YK Chalamcherla as Vice Mayor
The City Council selected Sarah Aquino as Vice Mayor for 2024.
COUNCIL REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS:
Councilmember Rosario Rodriguez requested the opportunity to recognize contributions from residents.
Councilmember Anna Rohrbough requested the opportunity to discuss resources for police to combat increasing crime.
Councilmember YK Chalamcherla requested the opportunity to discuss restriping of roadways and speeding concerns; Mayor Mike Kozlowski suggested a possible traffic safety workshop.
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CITY MANAGER REPORTS:
City Manager Elaine Andersen thanked Rosario Rodriguez and YK Chalamcherla and congratulated Mike Kozlowski and Sarah Aquino. She spoke of US Davis' new medical building, Santa Sleigh, tree recycling, and the Folsom Bulldogs.
COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Vice Mayor Sarah Aquino thanked Rosario Rodriguez and YK Chalamcherla and reported on the trip to Dubai for the COP28 Climate Change Conference, reiterating that the trip was paid for by the Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District, not the City of Folsom.
Councilmember Anna Rohrbough congratulated Mike Kozlowski and Sarah Aquino and wished a merry Christmas and happy holidays to all.
Councilmember YK Chalamcherla congratulated Mike Kozlowski, Sarah Aquino, and the Folsom Bulldogs.
Mayor Mike Kozlowski spoke of the Southeast Connector JPA, Regional Transit, and SACOG meetings. He also spoke about the CIM and Folsom Bulldogs and thanked Rosario Rodriguez and YK Chalamcherla
Councilmember Anna Rohrbough spoke of the upcoming joint meeting with FCUSD on Jan 29.
Councilmember Rosario Rodriguez thanked the Council for the opportunity to serve as mayor. She also thanked the City Clerk's Department and the City Manager and shared some comments from the City Manager's recent 360 review.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:48 pm.
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Christa Freemantle, City Clerk
ATTEST:
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