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City Council Regular Meeting
MINUTES
Tuesday, February 25, 2025 6:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER
The regular City Council meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm with Mayor Sarah Aquino presiding.
ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers Present: Anna Rohrbough, Councilmember
Michael Kozlowski, Councilmember
Barbara Leary, Councilmember
Justin Raithel, Vice Mayor
Sarah Aquino, Mayor
Councilmembers Absent: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The pledge of allegiance was recited.
AGENDA UPDATE
City Attorney Steven Wang advised that there were no agenda updates.
BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR:
There were no requests to speak under this item.
SCHEDULED PRESENTATIONS:
1. A Resolution of Commendation Honoring the Folsom Lake College Women's Soccer Team for Their Back-To-Back 3C2A Championships and Outstanding Achievements in 2023 and 2024 Mayor Aquino presented the resolution of commendation.
2. A Resolution of Commendation Honoring the Folsom Jr. Bulldogs for Earning the 2024 Excellence in Academics and Athletics Award
Mayor Aquino presented the resolution of commendation.
3. Presentation from SACOG Regarding the "2025 Blueprint Project" (formerly known as the Metropolitan Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy) Docusign Envelope ID: 2D3F0241-BAB1-4F1D-9BEA-FD6936DA2252 File 034-21 25-001
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SACOG Executive Director James Corless made a presentation and responded to questions from the City Council. Community Development Department Planning Manager Desmond Parrington also made a brief presentation.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Items appearing on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion.
Councilmembers may pull an item for discussion.
4. Approval of February 11, 2025 Special and Regular Meeting Minutes
5. Resolution No. 11328 - A Resolution Approving a City Council Travel Policy
6. Pulled for discussion
7. Resolution No. 11332 – A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Mobile Modular Management Corporation for a Two-Year Lease of a Modular Trailer Occupied by the Public Works Street Maintenance Division
Motion by Councilmember Kozlowski, second by Vice Mayor Raithel to approve items No. 4, 5 and 7 of the Consent Calendar. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Rohrbough, Kozlowski, Leary, Raithel, Aquino
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
PULLED FOR DISCUSSION:
6. Resolution No. 11330 – A Resolution Directing the Preparation of Engineer’s Report for the following Landscaping and Lighting Districts for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 American River Canyon North, American River Canyon North No. 2, American River Canyon North No. 3, Blue Ravine Oaks, Blue Ravine Oaks No. 2, Briggs Ranch, Broadstone, Broadstone No. 4, Broadstone Unit No. 3, Cobble Ridge, Cobble Hills Ridge II/Reflections II, Folsom Heights, Folsom Heights No. 2, Hannaford Cross, Lake Natoma Shores, Los Cerros, Natoma Station, Natoma Valley, Prairie Oaks Ranch, Prairie Oaks Ranch No. 2, Prospect Ridge, Sierra Estates, Silverbrook, Steeplechase, The Residences at American River Canyon, The Residences at American River Canyon II, Willow Creek Estates East, Willow Creek Estates East No. 2, Willow Creek Estates South, and Willow Springs
Councilmember Leary pulled this item for clarification regarding the inclusion of the Landscaping and Lighting Natoma Station District, assessment fees, and the taxes of those districts. Parks and Recreation Department Senior Management Analyst Jamison Larson responded.
Motion by Councilmember Leary, second by Councilmember Kozlowski to approve item No. 6 of the Consent Calendar. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Rohrbough, Kozlowski, Leary, Raithel, Aquino
NOES: None
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ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
PUBLIC HEARING:
8. Resolution No. 11329 – A Resolution of the City Council of the City Of Fols om Approving the Issuance of the California Municipal Finance Authority Exempt Facility Bonds in an Aggregate Principal Amount not to Exceed $25,000,000 for the Purpose of Financing or Refinancing the Acquisition, Construction, Improvement and Equipping of Harrington Grove Apartments and Certain Other Matters Relating Thereto
Community Development Department Senior Planner Stephanie Henry made a presentation.
The public hearing was opened at 7:17 pm. Hearing no requests to speak, the public hearing was closed.
Motion by Councilmember Kozlowski, second by Councilmember Rohrbough to approve Resolution No. 11329. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Rohrbough, Kozlowski, Leary, Raithel, Aquino
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
NEW BUSINESS:
9. Presentation of Findings from the Roundabout Feasibility Study and Direction to Staff
i. Resolution No. 11331 - A Resolution Adopting New Planning and Design Standards Pertaining to the Use of Roundabouts as Traffic Control
Public Works Director Mark Rackovan made a presentation and responded to questions from the City Council. Kimley Horn Civil Engineer Steven Dylan also made a presentation.
Requests to speak under this item:
1. Dan Dreher
Motion by Councilmember Kozlowski, second by Vice Mayor Raithel to approve Resolution No. 11331. The City Council provided direction to staff to prioritize the following intersections for roundabouts: 1, 7, 8, 9, 13, and to also add Riley Street and Wales Drive ahead of intersections 2 and 5 for further study and grant funding. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Rohrbough, Kozlowski, Leary, Raithel, Aquino
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
Interim City Manager Dan Haverty reminded the City Council and the Executive Management Team about the special City Council workshop scheduled for Friday. He also highlighted several updates, Docusign Envelope ID: 2D3F0241-BAB1-4F1D-9BEA-FD6936DA2252 File 034-21 25-001
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including the arrival of the Folsom Fire Department’s new ladder truck at Station 35 and the upcoming Friends of the Folsom Library book sale.
Mr. Haverty congratulated Folsom’s newest Police Officer, William Lamson, on his graduation from the Sacramento Sheriff’s Academy and welcomed two new hires in the Community Development Department: Principal Civil Engineer Turaj Hosseini and Plan Check Engineer and Licensed Architect Jason Rojo. He also recognized the retirement of Frank Campoy, Lead Senior Mechanic in the Public Works Department, who dedicated 24 years of service to the City.
He expressed his gratitude to the Mayor, Vice Mayor, and City Council for the opportunity to assist with the City’s management and administration, as well as to the Executive Management Team for their support and collaboration. In closing, he welcomed incoming City Manager Bryan Whitemyer, who will begin his role on March 10.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Mayor Aquino expressed her gratitude to Dan Haverty for his service to the City of Folsom as Interim City Manager. She acknowledged his leadership and contributions in preparing the City to welcome its next City Manager.
Vice Mayor Raithel echoed Mayor Aquino’s appreciation, thanking Mr. Haverty for his guidance, friendship, and positive outlook.
Councilmember Kozlowski also shared his gratitude, commending Mr. Haverty for his steady leadership and smooth transition. He noted that Mr. Haverty’s experience as a minister had been a valuable asset in his role.
Councilmember Rohrbough voiced her appreciation for Mr. Haverty’s service and the meaningful conversations they shared. She also provided an update on SacRT’s efforts to enhance safety at Folsom light rail stations, including the addition of a second security guard and increased officer presence. Additionally, she congratulated Sergeant Mike Grueneberg on receiving the Outstanding Public Safety Award from the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Councilmember Leary thanked Mr. Haverty, describing the opportunity to work with him as a highlight of her recent career. She expressed appreciation for his guidance and the insights he shared on effective collaboration with colleagues and staff. She also thanked City staff for keeping her informed on current projects and for their openness in discussing her ideas.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:12 pm.
SUBMITTED BY:
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Christa Freemantle, City Clerk
ATTEST:
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Sarah Aquino, Mayor
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