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CITY OF LINCOLN CITY COUNCIL,
PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY
and REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY
Regular Meeting
January 23, 2024
OPEN SESSION MEETING
The meeting was conducted in person at City Hall, 600 6* Street, Lincoln, CA, and virtually on Zoom with a Live Stream on the City of Lincoln YouTube Channel and WAVE Channel 18.
CALL TO ORDER by Mayor Joiner at 6:00 PM.
2. ROLL CALL: Councilmembers present: Holly Andreatta
Ben Brown
Dan Karleskint
William Lauritsen
Mayor Paul Joiner
Roll Call: 5 members present, 0 member absent, 0 members excused.
Staff members present: Sean Scully, City Manager
Kristine Mollenkopf, City Attorney
Matt Alves, Public Safety Chief
Matt Medill, Public Works Director
Veronica Rodriguez, Human Resources Director
Gwen Scanlon, City Clerk
Kathryn Hunt, Library Director
Christian Svensk, Community Development Director
Various City employees, consultants, and members of the public were also present in person and via teleconference.
REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION - None, as a closed session was not held.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Led by Truman, who resides in Lincoln Crossing.
AGENDA MODIFICATIONS - None
6. OATH OF OFFICE/ MAYOR ROTATION
Mayor Joiner stated Councilmember Karleskint would move to Mayor but expressed concerns with rotation of Vice Mayor. He requested and received City Council consensus to discuss the Vice Mayor rotation at the February 13, 2024 City Council meeting.
Gwen Scanlon, City Clerk, performed the oath of office for Mayor Karleskint.
Councilmember Joiner asked for a break at 6:05PM to reposition the dais. Council reconvened at 6:06pm
Mayor Karleskint invited outgoing Mayor Joiner to give a brief statement and recap of the accomplishments of the past year.
Councilmember Joiner listed the following accomplishments: reestablished annual strategic retreats; established two-year budget cycles; completion of a dozen Capital Improvement Projects (CIP's) including new parks; huge staffing improvements in Lincoln Police and Fire Departments as well as hiring of the City Engineer, Economic Development and Communication Specialist; 600 Sinth Street • Lincoln, CA 95648 • www.ci.lincoln.ca.us • 916-434-2400 • Live • Life • Lincoln • Live • Life • Lincoln• Live • Life • Lincoln • Live • Life • Lincoln • Live • Life • Lincoln • ** ** *
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Homeless pilot program implemented/ scale able in our community; Hard calls /upopular calls for Utility rate increases for all three enterprise funds; Re-established airport committee; entered a partnership with William Jessup University to set up classrooms at the airport; . First hanger building construction in the last 30 years; . Village 7 ground breaking including a bridge across Moore road; and SUD-B annexation of village 5/ made it passed Local Area Formation Commission (LAFCO) but was voted down by residents.
Councilmember Andretta, wanted to highlight the work that the Economic Development Committee has done such as the Green Means Go grant/ hotel incentive program/ TOT tax - Mayor Karleskint thanked Councilmember Andretta and Mayor Joiner for their assistance and support for their efforts.
7. PRESENTATIONS- None
8. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS WITHIN THE SUBJECT MATTER
JURISDICTION OF THE COUNCIL
Mayor Karleskint gave a brief statement on the purpose of public comment, stating the following:
The purpose of public comment provides an opportunity for the public to inform City Council and provide content for future discussions. Comments and statements during non-agenda items need to be directed to the Mayor and or City Council. Members of the City Council may respond briefly to the comments; however, due to the Brown Act, the City Council can not engage in discussions on items that are not on the agenda.
Mayor Karleskint, asked the public to respect the 3-minute time limit, stay on topic and to maintain decorum, we ask that the people in the audience refrain from clapping or other shows of support - ether for or against speakers.
1.)Lisa Delaby, Pioneer Energy Community Outreach Manager, spoke in regards to low rates and benefits of Pioneer Energy and the possibility of presenting to Council in the future.
2.)Dawn Veltre, a Lincoln resident, spoke in regards to the homeless parking near Gateway drive. Ms. Veltre recommended implementing a virtual parking permit for residents to address ongoing parking restrictions.
3.) Paul Vose, a Lincoln resident, stated his concerns with the PG&E oak tree trimming in the Lincoln Crossing Nature Preserve and provided a picture, made a part of these minutes by mention thereof.
Councilmember Joiner responded to resident's concern and further stated that the City of Lincoln did not request or ask PG&E to cut down the trees.
Sean Scully, City Manager, stated he called PG&E and inquired about their tree trimming practices.
Councilmember Joiner, also stated there is a gas line that runs under the Lincoln Crossing Nature Preserve.
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4.) Marcia, a Lincoln resident, stated her concerns with the PG&E oak tree trimming in the Lincoln Crossing Nature Preserve as it is a federally protected preserve.
5.) Byron Chapman, a Lincoln resident, gave kudos for the recent work to repair asphalt at the intersection at Industrial and Twelve Bridges Drive.
6.) Fran Neves, a Lincoln resident, expressed concerns with Ridgecrest Drive intersection given the recent accident and PG&E tree trimming activity in the Lincoln Crossing Nature Preserve.
Sean Scully, City Manager, responded to Ms. Neves concern, stating that the City has done a speed survey of that area and is committed to making sure that there are no engineered traffic issues at that intersection but the City does not want to make holesale changes due to one incident that may have nothing to do with the roadway. The City Manager asked the Public Safety Officer, Chief Alves to provide additional information.
Public Safety Officer, Chief Alves, stated that a speed survey was conducted for a five-day period, and the analysis stated that the average speed during the study was 55mph.
Sean Scully, City Manager, stated that a there has been a number of traffic concerns; therefore, he proposed creating a formalized traffic safety committee that would meet on a regular basis to review and evaluate risk with input from Staff and residents, to discuss traffic and speeding issues.
Sean Scully, City Manager, will also ask PG&E to pause their work in the Nature Preserve until additional discussions can be held and will request PG&E make a presentation at a future Council meeting to address the community's questions.
Sean Scully, City Manager, responded to the isses of the recycling bins at Twelve Bridges Library stating that the City has been working on the issue with Western Placer Unified School District (W.P.U.S.D) to move forward with the hope to have something back to City Council.
Councilmember Andretta, thanked a student who attended the meeting from Cooley Middle School to learn about City Government.
Councilmember Brown highlighted the Lincoln High School Lady Zebra's Basketball team for their basketball game tonight in honor of public safety and military members.
9. CONSENT
Mayor Karleskint asked if any members of the City Council or staff would like to pull any items from the consent agenda. Councilmember Lauritsen requested Item 9K, Regional Committee Appointments, be pulled off Consent for discussion. Hearing no further comments, he called for a motion. Councilmember Andretta motioned approval of the consent agenda items and the motion was seconded by Councilmember Joiner. By the following Vote (Approved):, Andretta - Aye, Joiner- Aye, Brown -Aye, Lauritsen - Aye and Mayor Karleskint- Aye. The items approved were:
9.A Approval of Minutes of January 9, 2024 Regular City Council meting.
9.B. Receive and File Treasurer's Reports for the period ending December 31, 2023.
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9.C. Receive and file the FY 2023-24 CFD Annual Reports for the City's Maintenance Community Facilities District (CFD) Nos. 2004-1 (Storm Water Retention Basin Maintenance), 2004-2 (Auburn Ravine Improvement / McBean Park Open Space / Rodeo Grounds Open Space Preserve Maintenance District), and 2018-1 (City Maintenance Services).
9.D. Waive the second reading and Adopt, by title only, ORDINANCE 1075B amending sections of the Lincoln Municipal Code Chapter 5.04 - Business Licenses, and further finding the Ordinance is exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Action (CEQA).
9.E. Waive the second reading and Adopt, by title only, ORDINANCE 1076B approving the pre- zoning of SUD-B NEQ offsite remant parcels, and further finding the Ordinance is exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Action (CEQA).
9.F. Adopt RESOLUTION 2024-010 authorizing Library staff to waive all outstanding Library fees charged prior to January 1, 2021, due to their uncollectable nature.
9.G. Adopt RESOLUTION 2024-011 accepting the Joiner Parkway Pavement Rehabilitation Project Phase 2, CIP 298 as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the Placer County Recorder.
9.H. Adopt RESOLUTION 2024-012 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Task Order with R.E.Y. Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $259,858 for professional engineering services for the UPRR Sewer Rehabilitation Project.
9.1. Adopt RESOLUTION 2024-013 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Task Order with R.E.Y. Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $195,033 for professional engineering services for the Brentford Circle Trail Crossings Project.
9.J. Adopt RESOLUTION 2024- 014 establishing a Police Officer position in the Police Department to serve as a School Resource Officer (SRO) for the Western Placer Unified School District (WPUSD) and augmenting the General Fund in the amount of $148,000 for FY 2023-24.
ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA:
9.K. Adopt RESOLUTION 2024-015 approving the City Council appointments to the City and Regional Boards/Commissions/Committees and receiving Local Appointment List as required by California Government Code 54970, Maddy Act.
Councilmember Lauritsen requested a staff report and stated the censure has gone on long enough.
Gwen Scanlon, City Clerk, gave a brief staff report.
Mayor Karleskint asked City Council or the public if there were any comments or questions.
1.) Fran Neves, a Lincoln resident, asked when will the censure be lifted off of Councilmember Lauristen and expressed opposition regarding how the City Council has treated Councilmember Lauritsen.
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motion was seconded by Councilmember Brown. By the following Vote (Approved):; Councilmember Joiner -Aye, Councilmember Brown- Aye, Andretta - Aye, Lauritsen - Nay and Mayor Karleskint- Aye.
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
10.A. Conduct a public hearing; and Adopt RESOLUTION 2024-016 adopting an Amended and Restated Resolution making certain findings and authorizing certain matters necessary for the City of Lincoln (City) to confirm its participation in the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program (SCIP).
Nita Wracker, Finance Director, gave a brief staff report and stated the City has participated in the SCIP program since 2017. She continued the amendments are to allow developments that are utilizing community facility district funds (CFD) to utilize the SCIP and the agreement is similar to the BOLD program.
Councilmember Joiner asked is the plan for the developers to bond against future CFD revenue? Nita Wracker, Finance Director, stated yes, as it is similar to the BOLD program.
Mayor Karleskint opened the public hearing at 6:55 pm with the following comments:
1.) Byron Chapman, a Lincoln resident, referenced a section in the staff report regarding assessment or special tax costs.
Mayor Karleskint closed the public hearing at 6:58 pm.
City staff and Councilmember discussion ensued.
Councilmember Andretta motioned approval of RESOLUTION 2024-016 and the motion was seconded by Councilmember Brown. By the following Vote (Approved): Andretta -Aye, Brown- Aye, Lauritsen - Aye, Joiner - Aye and Mayor Karleskint.
10.B. Conduct a Public Hearing to consider waiving the first reading and introduce by title only ORDINANCE 1071B amending sections of the Lincoln Municipal Code Title 13 - Public Services regarding Water Connection Charges, and further finding the Ordinance is exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Acton (CEQA).
Matthew Medill, Public Works Director, introduced the item as an administrative change to clarify the text within the municipal code and introduced Chris Nelson, Environmental Services Manager, who gave a brief staff report stating the action is to separate the residential and commercial Mayor Karleskint opened and closed the public hearing at 7:09 with no comments.
Councilmember Joiner motioned approval of ORDINANCE 1071B and the motion was seconded by Councilmember Brown. By the following Vote (Approved): Joiner -Aye, Brown-Aye, Lauritsen - Aye, Joiner - Aye and Mayor Karleskint.
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11. GENERAL BUSINESS
11.A. Adopt RESOLUTION 2024-017 reclassifying a Permit Technician Il position in the Community Development Department to a Senior Permit Technician and approving the salary schedule associated with this newly created classification.
Veronica Rodriguez, Human Resources Director, provided a background on the need to reclassify the position to perform more complex duties. The proposal has an estimated fiscal impact of $2,800 for the reminder of Fiscal Year 23-24.
Mayor Karleskint asked, if in the past, was this function handled by an outside contractor? Christian Svensk, stated that the request was to simply add promotability for the next level in the classification.
Councilmember Andretta motioned approval of RESOLUTION 2024-017 and the motion was seconded by Councilmember Brown. By the following Vote (Approved): Andretta -Aye, Brown- Aye, Joiner - Aye , Lauritsen - Aye, and Mayor Karleskint.
11.B. Adopt RESOLUTION 2024-018 reclassifying a Water Technician position in the Public Works Department to a Water Efficiency Specialist (WES) and approving the salary schedule associated with this newly created classification.
Veronica Rodriguez, Human Resources Director, gave a brief staff report which identified the need to reclassify the position, at no further cost to the budget.
Councilmember Andretta, asked if we are adding a position or are we adding a new title.
Matthew Medill, Public Works Director, stated, that though a series of reorganizations, City Management decided to reorganization the department structure due to upcoming regulations for water conservation requirements.
Councilmember Brown clarified, that this would create a "contact person" on water usage and conservation.
Chris Nelson, Environmental Services Manager, stated yes, this position requires a specialized certification in water conservation.
Hearing no further comments, Mayor Karleskint called for a motion.
Councilmember Joiner motioned approval of RESOLUTION 2024-018 and the motion was seconded by Councilmember Andretta. By the following Vote (Approved): Joiner -Aye, Andretta- Aye, Brown- Aye, Lauritsen - Aye, and Mayor Karleskint.
12. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
Sean Scully, City Manager reported out on the following topics:
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AeroChat 2024 to discuss new projects, t-hanger growth, and future airport expansion opportunities.
2.) He recently met with the SUD- B commercial developer who is actively seeking tenants.
3.) Eric Long with the Salt Mine grant project is working on adding in laundry and shower remodel. Video and pictures fourth coming. Status update to be provided at a future City Council meeting.
4.) Staff has achieved most of the strategic initiative projects using the ARPA funds, and in addition City Council and City staff will need to talk through remaining funds and how they should be spent by 2026.
5.) Skatepark near the First Street Community Center, latest update includes picking a sub engineer to assist with design features.
6.) On January 31st, there will be an update on the Titan Missile Site meeting with the US Army Corp of Engineers, which will be held in Sun City.
13. COUNCIL INITIATED BUSINESS
1.) Councilmember Brown requested to put an item on a future agenda to discuss Councilmember Laurtisen's censorship.
2.) Councilmember Joiner requested to put on the calendar the strategic event, as well as schedule a date for the City Manager's review.
3.) Councilmember Andretta requested to move forward with establishing a code of conduct workshop with City Council.
4.) Councilmember Lauristen stated he did not have anything to add.
5.) Mayor Karleskint: Requested an update on the homeless pilot program.
Kristine Mollenkopf, City Attorney, stated that the homeless pilot program team is meeting next week to discuss lessons learned and will provide an update at a future council meeting.
14. COMMITTEE REPORTS
1.) Councilmember Brown, attended the Lincoln Rural Mac meeting in which they celebrated George Alves for his service. In addition, Councilmember Brown attended the Sheridan MAC- PCTPA meeting in which they spoke about expanding bus transportation between Sheridan and Lincoln.
2.) Councilmember Joiner, provided an update on the Placer County Conservation Program (PCCP) and the recent purchase of the Red Wing property. Councilmember Joiner also reported that he attended the latest Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) meeting to discuss toll lanes on the YOLO bypass.
3.) Councilmember Andreatta stated she attended the recent Pioneer Energy meeting and reported there were changes to the bylaws.
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4.) Councilmember Lauritsen stated he did not have anything to add.
5.) Mayor Karleskint, spoke about the latest Lincoln-Sewer Maintenance District 1 Wastewater Authority (LisWA) meeting in regards to the twenty-year operations contract.
15. INFORMATION ITEMS
1) Councilmember Lauritsen stated that the Titan Committee has succeeded in getting the US Army Corp of Engineers command staff to meet with the City Manager and attend the next community meeting on January 31$t.
16. ADJOURNMENT- adjourned by Mayor Karleskint at 7:40 p.m.
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