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City Council Regular Meeting
MINUTES
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 6:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER
The regular City Council meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm with Mayor 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 reported no changes to the agenda.
Mayor Aquino noted that Scheduled Presentations would be taken next, out of order.
SCHEDULED PRESENTATIONS:
1. Resolution of Commendation Honoring Police Chief Rick Hillman for his Outstanding Service to the City of Folsom
Mayor Aquino presented the Resolution of Commendation.
2. Proclamation of the Mayor of the City of Folsom Proclaiming July 3-5, 2025 as Western Rodeo Days in the City of Folsom
Mayor Aquino presented the Proclamation
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BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR:
The following speaker addressed the City Council:
• Sherrie Richter
CONSENT CALENDAR:
3. Approval of June 10, 2025 Special and Regular Meeting Minutes
4. Resolution No. 11404 - A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 8 to the Memorandum of Agreement (Contract No. 174-21 18-087) Regarding Sharing of Costs for Legislative Advocacy Services Between San Juan Water District and the City of Folsom for a Three-Year Period for $115,290 from the Water Operating Fund (Fund 520)
5. pulled for discussion
6. Resolution No. 11413 - A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Consultant and Professional Services Agreement with Ghirardelli Associates, Inc. for $136,029.20 for Construction Inspection and Materials Testing for the Pavement Repair and Resurfacing Project FY 2024-25 from the Measure A Fund (Fund 276)
Motion by Councilmember Leary, second by Councilmember Kozlowski, to approve the Consent Calendar items 3, 4, and 6. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Rohrbough, Kozlowski, Leary, Raithel, Aquino
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM PULLED FOR DISCUSSION:
5. Resolution No. 11406 - A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Mesa Energy Services Inc. for $372,516 from the General Fund (Fund 010) for the Folsom Community Center and Rotary Clubhouse Commercial Kitchen Equipment Replacement Recreation and Community Services Manager Tom Hellmann made a presentation and responded to questions from the City Council. Specifically, he noted the modified contract price from Mesa Energy Services of $339,739 with a 5% contingency amount of $16,987, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $356,726. City Manager Bryan Whitemyer provided additional information and clarification.
Motion by Councilmember Kozlowski, second by Councilmember Leary, to approve Resolution No. 11406, with amendment to reflect the modified contract price from Mesa Energy Services of $339,739 with a 5% contingency amount of $16,987, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $356,726. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Rohrbough, Kozlowski, Leary, Raithel, Aquino
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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PUBLIC HEARING:
7. City of Folsom Community Facilities District No. 20-1 (Russell Ranch 2) i. Resolution No. 11408 – A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Folsom Forming a Community Facilities District and Levying Special Taxes Therein ii. Resolution No. 11409 – A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Folsom Deeming it Necessary to Incur Bonded Indebtedness in and for City of Folsom Community Facilities District No. 20-1 (Russell Ranch 2)
iii. Resolution No. 11410 – A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Folsom Calling Special Mailed-Ballot Election in the City of Folsom Community Facilities District No. 20-1 (Russell Ranch 2)
iv. Resolution No. 11411 – Resolution of the City Council of the City of Folsom Declaring Election Results in the City of Folsom Community Facilities District No. 20-1(Russell Ranch 2)
v. Ordinance No. 1352 – An Uncodified Ordinance Levying Special Taxes for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Following Fiscal Years Solely Within and Relating to the City of Folsom Community Facilities District No. 20-1 (Russell Ranch 2) (Introduction and First Reading)
Finance Director Stacey Tamagni made a presentation and responded to questions from the City Council.
Mayor Aquino opened the public hearing. Receiving no speakers, the public hearing was closed. City Clerk Christa Freemantle confirmed that a majority protest to the proposed district formation did not exist.
Motion by Councilmember Kozlowski, second by Vice Mayor Raithel, to approve Resolution No. 11408. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Rohrbough, Kozlowski, Leary, Raithel, Aquino
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion by Councilmember Rohrbough, second by Councilmember Kozlowski, to approve Resolution No. 11409. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Rohrbough, Kozlowski, Leary, Raithel, Aquino
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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Motion by Vice Mayor Raithel, second by Councilmember Rohrbough, to approve Resolution No. 11410. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Rohrbough, Kozlowski, Leary, Raithel, Aquino
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
City Clerk Christa Freemantle announced the results of the ballot tally, confirming that 13 votes were cast in support of the measure, 0 votes were cast in opposition to the measure, and therefore, the measure was approved with a 100% vote in favor.
Motion by Councilmember Leary, second by Councilmember Kozlowski, to approve Resolution No. 11411. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Rohrbough, Kozlowski, Leary, Raithel, Aquino
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion by Mayor Aquino, second by Vice Mayor Raithel, to introduce Ordinance No. 1352.
Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Rohrbough, Kozlowski, Leary, Raithel, Aquino
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
NEW BUSINESS:
8. Resolution No. 11403 - A Resolution Initiating Proceedings for the Formation of a Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District to be known as the Natoma Station Maintenance Assessment District No. 2025-2
Senior Management Analyst Jamison Larson made a presentation, describing the history of the district and the process for formation of the new district, and responded to questions from the City Council.
The following speakers addressed the City Council:
• Sandra Lunceford
• Bill Barcellona
Motion by Councilmember Rohrbough, second by Councilmember Kozlowski, to approve Resolution No. 11403. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Rohrbough, Kozlowski, Leary, Raithel, Aquino
NOES: None
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ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
9. Resolution No. 11407 – A Resolution Rescinding Resolution No. 7193, Removing Site Supervision of the Cummings Family Skate and Bike Park, and Denying Petition to Modify Safety Requirements
Recreation and Community Services Manager Tom Hellmann made a presentation, providing an overview of the park’s history and its supervision, and responded to questions from the City Council.
City Manager Bryan Whitemyer and City Attorney Steven Wang provided additional information.
Motion by Vice Mayor Raithel, second by Councilmember Rohrbough, to approve Resolution No. 11407. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Rohrbough, Kozlowski, Leary, Raithel, Aquino
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
OLD BUSINESS:
10. Resolution No. 11412 – A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract Amendment to the Agreement with Western Truck Parts and Equipment Company, LLC (Contract No. 046-21 23-002) for the Purchase of Two Electric Refuse Collection Vehicles to Update the Specifications and Modify the Delivery Schedule
General Services Manager Marie McKeeth made a presentation, providing an overview of the purchase agreement and vehicle issues, and responded to questions from the City Council.
The following speaker addressed the City Council:
• Rob Allen
City Manager Bryan Whitemyer and City Attorney Steven Wang provided additional information. The City Council discussed continuing the matter to allow for additional analysis and information gathering.
Motion by Councilmember Kozlowski, second by Vice Mayor Raithel, to continue the matter to a future meeting. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Rohrbough, Kozlowski, Leary, Raithel, Aquino
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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11. Resolution No. 11401 - A Resolution Adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Operating and Capital Budgets for the City of Folsom, the Successor Agency, the Folsom Public Financing Authority, and the Folsom Ranch Public Financing Authority (Continued from June 10, 2025)
City Manager Bryan Whitemyer and Finance Director Stacey Tamagni made a presentation and responded to questions from the City Council. The City Manager outlined the budget process going forward, noting that from July to September, departments will develop cost-cutting proposals for review during a final budget session in September or October. This will allow for additional public input and a clearer picture of FY 2024–25 actuals. Mid-year budget review is planned for February or March 2026 to assess revenue trends and consider adjustments for FY 2026–27.
The following speakers addressed the City Council:
• Jag Nagendra
• Bill Barcellona
Councilmembers expressed appreciation for the enhanced transparency and communication in this year’s budget process, particularly regarding the presentation of various fund balances. They acknowledged the value of ongoing community engagement and emphasized the importance of continued public input in setting spending priorities.
Motion by Councilmember Kozlowski, second by Councilmember Leary, to approve Resolution No. 11401. Motion passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Rohrbough, Kozlowski, Leary, Raithel, Aquino
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Bryan Whitemyer announced upcoming community workshops for the redesign of Castle Park. He also provided updates on water infrastructure improvements on East Bidwell, noting expected traffic impacts and work hours from late June through the summer. The City’s 2024 Water Quality Report is now available, confirming compliance with all drinking water standards. Lastly, he reminded the public to celebrate safely during fireworks season and noted enforcement of the City’s social host ordinance for illegal fireworks.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Kozlowski invited the community to attend the Hometown Parade on Saturday and the upcoming Folsom Rodeo.
Vice Mayor Raithel had no comments.
Councilmember Rohrbough acknowledged and thanked Chief Hillman for his service to the City and noted the Chief’s retirement gauntlet event on Friday at 3:30 p.m.
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Councilmember Leary thanked staff for their work on the budget and expressed appreciation in presenting the material in a more accessible format for Council and the public.
Mayor Aquino requested a future discussion regarding the City’s ordinance on residential chicken limits.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:13 pm.
SUBMITTED BY:
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Christa Freemantle, City Clerk
ATTEST:
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Sarah Aquino, Mayor
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