1 City of Isleton
Minutes
Regular Meeting
November 11, 2025 06:30 PM
101 2nd Street, Isleton, CA 95641
https://cityofisleton.com/
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm by Mayor David Kent.
A. Roll Call
Present: Mayor David Kent, Vice-Mayor Cara Pellegrini, Councilmember Pamela Bulahan, Councilmember Aleida Suarez, Councilmember Terri Hupfer Staff Present: Interim City Manager Jon Kennedy, Finance Director Jessica Bigby, City Attorney Sean Cameron, Deputy City Clerk Nate Anderson
2. Public Comments
Residents commended the City Fire Department for their efforts and attendance at the Elementary School parade and trunk or treat.
3. Consent Agenda
A. Approve Minutes for the October 14, 2025 Regular Meeting & October 21, 2025 Special Meeting October 14th and October 21st minutes approved
Councilmember Aleida Suarez motioned to approve. Councilmember Pamela Bulahan seconded the motion.
The roll call vote:
Aye Mayor David Kent Aye Vice-Mayor Cara Pellegrini Aye Councilmember Pamela Bulahan Aye Councilmember Aleida Suarez Aye Councilmember Terri Hupfer
4. Continuation of PUBLIC HEARING & Adopt Resolution 09-25 Conditional Use Permit - California Pallet Company
Council discussed a conditional use permit for a wood shredding operation, focusing on noise concerns.
They agreed to add a condition requiring additional sound curtains near 6th Street if the shredder is used, with the applicant willing to consider this.
Councilmember Aleida Suarez motioned to approve. Vice-Mayor Cara Pellegrini seconded the motion.
The roll call vote:
Aye Mayor David Kent Aye Vice-Mayor Cara Pellegrini Aye Councilmember Pamela 2 Bulahan Aye Councilmember Aleida Suarez Aye Councilmember Terri Hupfer
5. Grant Update
City Council discussed two main items: grant updates and surplus property declarations. Jessica presented updates on various grants, including the Chief Resilience Officer position and infrastructure improvements.
6. Declaration of Property as Surplus Land (or Exempt Surplus Land) under the California Surplus Land Act
Council decided to investigate the potential sale or lease of several city-owned parcels, excluding the school property for further review. They directed staff to prepare factual reports justifying why each property should be declared surplus, except for the school property which requires additional investigation.
7. Council discussion over time restrictions on public comment.
Council discussed public comment rules, deciding to limit 3 minutes per speaker.
8. IHPRB - Roles and Responsibilities
Council also reviewed concerns about the Isleton Historic Preservation Review Board (IHPRB), including its lack of an operational manual and questions about board composition. The meeting focused on the operations and challenges of the Isleton Historic Preservation Review Board (IHPRB), particularly regarding its composition, procedures, and responsibilities.
9. Department Reports
A. Public Works
Council provided reports to review
B. Code Enforcement / City Hall
Council provided reports to review
C. Fire Department
Council provided reports to review
10. City Council Communications / Reports
Councilmember Suarez reported attending a CEQA Webinar. Mayor Kent requested next agenda Items be placed on the agenda, Ordinance Committee to provide an update to Council.
11. Adjournment
9:13 PM
3 Resolution #13-25
Resolution #13-25 1
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ISLETON DECLARING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY TO BE “SURPLUS LAND” OR “EXEMPT SURPLUS LAND” PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54221 AND DIRECTING STAFF TO PROCEED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
SURPLUS LAND ACT
WHEREAS,
the City of Isleton (“City”) is the owner in fee of certain real property identified within Exhibit A (the “Property”); and
WHEREAS,
the California Surplus Land Act, Government Code Sections 54220 et seq. (the “Act”), requires that before a local agency may sell, lease, or otherwise dispose of property, the agency’s governing body must first declare, in a regular public meeting, that the land is either “surplus land” or “exempt surplus land,” supported by written findings; and
WHEREAS,
City staff have reviewed the Property and determined that it is not necessary for the City’s use, is not required for any current or foreseeable municipal purpose, and therefore qualifies as “surplus land” under Government Code Section 54221(b)(1); and
WHEREAS,
alternatively, if the City determines that the Property meets the definition of “exempt surplus land” under Government Code Section 54221(f), based on its intended disposition or public purpose, staff may prepare written findings identifying the applicable exemption category and justification for the record; and
WHEREAS,
the City Council has duly considered this matter in an open and public meeting in compliance with the Ralph M. Brown Act (Gov. Code §§ 54950 et seq.); and
WHEREAS,
the City Council desires to formally declare the Property to be either “surplus land” or “exempt surplus 4 Resolution #13-25 2
land,” as applicable, and to direct the City Manager to undertake all necessary actions to comply with the Act, including required notices, negotiations, and environmental review; and
WHEREAS,
the City Council finds that this action does not constitute a “project” under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15004(b)(2)(A) and 15378(b)(5), as it merely constitutes a determination regarding property status and authorizes future administrative actions that will not themselves result in a direct physical change to the environment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
The City Council hereby declares the Property described in Exhibit A to be either “Surplus Land” or “Exempt Surplus Land,” within the meaning of Government Code Section 54221, finding that the Property is not necessary for the City’s use and is not required for any foreseeable municipal purpose. If designated as exempt, the applicable exemption under Section 54221(f) shall be identified in the record.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
This declaration is supported by written findings contained in the staff report presented to the City Council at its meeting of November 11, 2025.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
The City Manager, or designee, is hereby authorized and directed to:
a. Prepare and transmit a Notice of Availability for the Property to the entities identified in Government Code Section 54222(a) and (b), including the Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”), local affordable housing developers, and relevant park or school agencies; b. Engage in good-faith negotiations as required by Government Code Section 54223 with any qualified entity that submits a timely notice of interest;
c. Coordinate review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to determine the appropriate level of environmental documentation for the proposed disposition; d. Obtain an independent appraisal of the Property’s fair market value; e. Upon completion of the above steps, return to the City Council with a recommended method of disposition (e.g., sale, lease, or request for proposals) and proposed terms for Council consideration; and f. Ensure that any final sale, lease, or transfer of the Property complies with all applicable requirements of the Surplus Land Act, and that documentation of compliance is retained in the City’s permanent records.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
The City Council finds that this resolution does not constitute approval of a project under CEQA and is therefore not subject to environmental review. Any subsequent disposition will undergo appropriate CEQA evaluation prior to approval.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 10th day of December, 2025 by the following vote:
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the CITY COUNCIL of THE CITY OF ISLETON, COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO, of the STATE OF CALIFORNIA on this 31st day of December, 1969
ATTEST MAYOR, David Kent
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DEPUTY CITY CLERK