MINUTES
CITY OF LINCOLN CITY COUNCIL,
PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY
and REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY
Regular Meeting
July 23, 2024
O
PEN SESSION MEETING
The meeting was conducted in person at City Hall, 600 6th Street, Lincoln, CA, and virtually on Zoom with a Live Stream on the City of Lincoln YouTube Channel and WAVE Channel 18.
1. C
ALL TO ORDER by Mayor Karleskint at 6:00 PM.
2. R
OLL CALL: Councilmembers present: Ben Brown Paul Joiner
William Lauritsen
Mayor Dan Karleskint
Councilmember absent: Holly Andreatta
Roll Call: 4 members present, 1 member absent, 0 members excused.
Staff members present: Sean Scully, City Manager
Nita Wracker, Assistant City Manager
Kristine Mollenkopf, City Attorney
Matt Alves, Public Safety Chief
Vin Cay, City Engineer
Erin Frye, Economic Development & Communications
Leslie Tetley Jodrey, Deputy City Clerk
Matt Medill, Public Works Director
Gwen Scanlon, City Clerk
Christian Svensk, Community Development Director
V
arious City employees, consultants, and members of the public were also present in person and via teleconference.
3. R
EPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION – Kristine Mollenkopf, City Attorney, stated there is no r
eportable action.
4. PL
EDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Led by Erin Frye, Economic Development & Communications Specialist.
5. A
GENDA MODIFICATIONS – None.
6. PR
ESENTATIONS
6 .A Placer County Transportation Planning Agency (PCTPA) Transit Comprehensive Operation Analysis.
M
att Medill, Public Works Director, introduced Mike Costa, who is the Sr. Transportation Planner, with Placer County Transportation Planning Agency. Mr. Costa provided an overview of the regions short-range transit plan and their analysis to create a more integrated and coordinated transit service network to better serve riders in south Placer County. Additional information included best performing routes, proposed RapidLink service between Lincoln/Roseville/Watt and I-80 light rail, as well as the public review between July 22 nd through August 16th. In September the
P
lacer County Transportation Planning Agency will review and accept the comprehensive oper
ational analysis (COA) service plan with adoption slated in October.
M
ayor Karleskint asked if Council had any questions.
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Councilmember discussion ensued regarding dial-a-ride statistics, park-and-ride ownership, commuter bus options to Downtown Sacramento and micro-transit which would allow agencies to offer rides an on-demand option.
Mayor Karleskint then asked if anyone from the public would like to comment, as follows:
1.) James Ensten, a Lincoln resident, inquired about ownership of the Park & Ride at Hwy. 65 & Industrial Boulevard and whether or not passenger amenities would be constructed.
2.) Lena Lebowski, a Lincoln resident, stated that residents in Sun City Lincoln Hills appreciate the dial-a-ride, but would like to see extended hours.
7. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS WITHIN THE SUBJECT MATTER
JURISDICTION OF THE COUNCIL
1.) Elizabeth Jansen, a Lincoln resident, expressed concern with the condition of “I” street.
Councilmember Joiner asked if I street, among other streets that needed repair were on the Capital Improvement Project (CIP) list.
Sean Scully, City Manager, stated that he, along with Matt Medill, Public Works Director and Vin Cay, City Engineer would review the short- and long-term plans to address the street’s condition.
8. CONSENT
Mayor Karleskint asked if any members of the City Council or staff would like to pull any items from the consent agenda.
Hearing no comment, Mayor Karleskint called for a motion of the consent agenda. Councilmember Joiner motioned approval and the motion was seconded by Councilmember Brown By the following Vote (Approved): Joiner-Aye, Brown- Aye, Lauritsen – Aye, Mayor Karleskint- Aye and Andreatta - Absent. The items approved were:
8.A Approval of Minutes of July 9, 2024 Regular City Council meeting.
8.B Receive and File Treasurer’s Report for the Period Ending Jun 30, 2024
8.C Adopt RESOLUTION 2024-152: (1) Granting an Easement to Nevada Irrigation District adjacent to the east boundary of the Lincoln Meadows Project; and (2) Authorizing the City Manager to execute the Easement and the Construction and Maintenance Agreement.
The City will be responsible for the relocation of the Nevada Irrigation District’s pipeline within the easement, should the City require the pipeline to be relocated in the future. The ownership and maintenance of Nevada Irrigation District’s pipeline shall be the responsibility of said District.
8.D Adopt RESOLUTION 2024-153 authorizing the City Manager to execute the Downtown Lincoln Green Zone Contract with Opticos Design, Inc. in the amount of $443,796.
8.E Adopt RESOLUTION 2024-154 Authorizing the City Manager to enter into an amendment to the agreement with Hinderliter de Llamas and Associates for Business Licenses Operations Management Services for an additional $43,000.00 and a Revised Not to Exceed Amount of $170,000.00 in Fund 100 and authorization a budget augmentation of $43,000.00 in Fund 100.
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8.F Waive second reading and adopt by title only ORDINANCE 1080B adopting amendments to Lincoln Municipal Code Chapter 18.37 (Second Dwelling Residential Units) and related subsections of Title 18 (Zoning) to comply with the current state laws regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADU) in the City of Lincoln; and Finding the ordinance is statutorily exempt from environmental review under CEQA.
8.G Adopt RESOLUTION 2024 -155 accepting the Independence Lot D (Vasion) Park Landscape Public Improvements as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the Placer County Recorder. The landscaping, drainage, and irrigation infrastructure within the park will be owned and maintained by the City.
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
9.A (1) Conduct a public hearing; (2) Determine that the project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption under Section 15315 (Minor Land Divisions) of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, and thereby is exempt from further environmental review; and (3) Adopt RESOLUTION 2024-156 approving the 219 E. 8th Street Tentative Parcel Map Time Extension.
Councilmember Joiner left Council Chambers at 7:07p.m and returned at 7:09 p.m.
Efren Sanchez, Sr. Planner, with Community Development, gave a brief staff report and powerpoint presentation, made a part of these minutes by mention thereof. Mr. Sanchez stated that the item is to consider a request for a three-year extension for an approved tentative parcel map with an expiration date of May 24, 2027. Previously, City Council approved resolution 2022-130 to development the property into four single-family residential parcels. In March, the applicant submitted the time extension request in order to accommodate the future review of improvement plans. In June, the Planning Commission reviewed the extension request and has recommended City Council approve the time extension request.
Mayor Karleskint opened and closed the public hearing at 7:11 p.m. and hearing no comments, Mayor Karleskint called for a motion.
Councilmember Joiner motioned approval of RESOLUTION 2024-156 and the motion was seconded by Councilmember Brown. By the following Vote (Approved): Joiner- Aye, Brown – Aye, Lauritsen- Aye, Mayor Karleskint- Aye and Andreatta – Absent.
9.B (1) Conduct a public hearing; (2) Adopt RESOLUTION 2024-157 to adopt the proposed Addendum to the certified 2012 Village 1 Specific Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (SCH# 2010102018) certifying that the proposed Stardust Project will not result in any new significant information of substantial importance, new impacts, new mitigation measures, new or revised alternatives, or an increase in the severity of previously identified impacts that would require major revisions to the 2012 Village 1 Specific Plan EIR, and therefore, pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, the preparation of an additional supplemental or subsequent EIR is not required; (3) Adopt RESOLUTION 2024 -158 approving the Large Lot Tentative Subdivision Map for the proposed Stardust Project; (4) Adopt RESOLUTION 2024-159 approving the Small Lot
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Tentative Subdivision Map for the proposed Stardust Project; and (5) Waive full reading and introduce by title only ORDINANCE 1081B approving a Development Agreement between the City of Lincoln and Stardust 80, a California Limited Partnership for the development of approximately 77.74 acres of property within the Village 1 Specific Plan Area.
Mikaela Noble, Assistant Planner, with Community Development, gave a brief staff report and powerpoint presentation, made a part of these minutes by mention thereof. Ms. Noble presented the requested entitlements, project components, findings and environmental determination. The requested entitlements include a large and small lot tentative subdivision map and an addendum to the certified Village 1 Specific Plan. In addition, a development agreement is currently under negotiation between City staff and applicant. Ms. Noble then introduced Adrienne Graham, an Environmental Planning Consultant, who created the addendum to address specific environmental effects which concluded that the project would not result in new or severe impacts.
Mayor Karleskint, asked if the community is a gated community, how would the public access the trail system?
Mikaela Noble, Assistant Planner, stated that there will be access to the trail system to the general public through multiple connection points throughout Village 1. Mayor Karleskint opened the public hearing at 7:24 p.m.
1.) Tammi Bowman, a Lincoln resident, expressed concern with the development.
2.) Tony Frayji, a Developer, appreciate the efforts made by staff on this project and looking forward to moving forward on the project.
Mayor Karleskint closed the public hearing at 7:29 p.m. Hearing no further comments, Mayor Karleskint called for a motion for each item.
Councilmember Joiner motioned approval of RESOLUTION 2024-157 and the motion was seconded by Councilmember Brown. By the following Vote (Approved): Joiner- Aye, Brown – Aye, Lauritsen- Aye, Mayor Karleskint- Aye and Andreatta - Absent.
Councilmember Joiner motioned approval of RESOLUTION 2024-158 and the motion was seconded by Councilmember Brown. By the following Vote (Approved): Joiner- Aye, Brown – Aye, Lauritsen- Aye, Mayor Karleskint- Aye and Andreatta - Absent .
Councilmember Joiner motioned approval of RESOLUTION 2024-159 and the motion was seconded by Councilmember Brown. By the following Vote (Approved): Joiner- Aye, Brown – Aye, Lauritsen- Aye, Mayor Karleskint- Aye and Andreatta - Absent.
Councilmember Joiner motioned approval of ORDINANCE 1081B and the motion was seconded by Councilmember Brown. By the following Vote (Approved): Joiner- Aye, Brown – Aye, Lauritsen- Aye, Mayor Karleskint- Aye and Andreatta – Absent.
10. GENERAL BUSINESS
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10.A Receive a Report on the Utility Assistance Program and Provide Direction Regarding the Future of the Program.
Nita Wracker, Assistant City Manager, provided background on the program that helped low income utility customers with the rate increases. The program was initially enacted for six months, and then was extended an additional six months which will currently end at the end of September.
The next step is to determine if we should continue the program.
Councilmembers agreed to extend the program to use up the remaining funding and also create a step-down policy.
Nita Wracker, Assistant City Manager, stated that if we intend to wrap up the program, then we should set a date certain to ensure residents are fully aware of the step-down policy and come back to Council with a resolution.
11. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
1.) Recognized Lindy Childers, Eng. Manager, who is retiring in August after serving 11 years with the City of Lincoln.
2.) The City of Lincoln expresses condolences for Mathew Bowen, a Vacaville Police officer, who was recently killed in the line of duty. Chief Alves, and members of the Lincoln Police Honor Guard and Traffic Unit attended the funeral.
3.) On Saturday the 27
th, the “Back to School Bash” will be held in Beermans Plaza. The event will include games and raffle prizes amongst provide school supplies for local schools.
4.) The City of Lincoln Strategic Retreat will be held at Twelve Bridges Library on August 8th at 9am.
Sean Scully, City Manager, then asked if the remainder of the City Manager Report item could include an update from Kristine Mollenkopf, City Attorney, on the homeless task force.
Kristine Mollenkopf, City Attorney, provided an update on the point-in-count homeless numbers for Lincoln which has decreased from forty-three to twenty-five due in part of combined efforts from Code Enforcement, Lincoln Police Department, Adopt-A-Creek volunteers, and partnering agencies. In addition, the homeless task force has developed a strategic operating plan. The decrease could be attributed to the Cities trailer pilot project working in conjunction with the faith- based community, which has helped to rehouse four people. In an upcoming Council meeting, there will be an item to workshop sustainability of the pilot program.
Council thanked Ms. Kollenkopf for the update and look forward to future discussions on how to sustain the pilot program.
12. COUNCIL INITIATED BUSINESS – None.
13. COMMITTEE REPORTS
1.) Councilmember Joiner stated that he, along with Mayor Karleskint and staff attended the quarterly Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) meeting where they discussed the impact of the Pa
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PG&E canal failure, which diminished deliver ability from PCWA. In addition, they discussed legislative updates.
2.)
Councilmember Brown attended the recent Lincoln-Rural MAC meeting where they discussed a use permit for the Jaws & Paws Dog Sanctuary.
3.)
Mayor Karleskint attended the Placer County Conservation where they adopted the budget for the year, approved the first amendment to the mitigation agreement for the Country Acres Solar Project and approved to acquire the Mouier West Property which is located in South Placer County.
15. INFORMATION ITEMS- None.
16. ADJOURNMENT- adjourned by Mayor Karleskint at 8:11 p.m.
Submitted by Gwen Scanlon, City Clerk
219 E. 8th Street
Tentative Parcel Map – Time Extension
Item 9A
July 23, 2024
Background
• May 24, 2022 – City Council approved Resolution 2022-130 • 0.98-acre property into four (4) Single-Family Residential (R-1) parcels. • March 26, 2024 – 1st discretionary time extension application was submitted.
• June 19, 2024 – PC Approved Resolution 2024-18
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219 E. 8th Street -
Map
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Findings
• Lincoln Municipal Code Section 17.16.190 – Terms of Approval (Extensions) allows for time extensions on tentative parcel maps. • 3 year extension → 6 year max
• City Council to consider Planning Commission’s recommendation and public comments; and
• Take action on the recommendations.
• Complies with the Levine Act
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Recommendation
Staff recommends that the City Council conduct a public hearing, consider the information contained in the staff report, and testimony of the public, and take the following action:
1. Determine that the project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption under Section 15315 (Minor Land Division) of the CEQA
Guidelines, and thereby is exempt from further environmental review; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving a three-year time extension for the approved 219 E. 8th Street Tentative Parcel Map.
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The Stardust Project
by Beazer Homes
Tentative Subdivision Maps
Item 9B July 23, 2024
Staff Presentation – Overview
• Requested Entitlements
• Planning Commission
• Project Components
• Findings
• Environmental Determination
• Recommendations
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Requested Entitlements
• Large Lot Tentative Subdivision Map
• Small Lot Tentative Subdivision Map
• Addendum to the certified Village 1 Specific Plan EIR (SCH #2010102018)
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Planning Commission
• Public hearing on June 19, 2024
• Adopted PC Resolutions 2024-19 through 2024-22
recommending Council approve all entitlements
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Project Site
5 • 77.7-acre site
• Within Village 1 SP
• Located along SR
193/McBean Park
Dr & Stardust Ln
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SR
193/McBean
Park Dr
Oak Tree
Lane
Extension
Land strip:
part of parcel
Village 1
Specific Plan
Projects
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Large Lot
Tentative
Subdivision
Map
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Small Lot
Tentative
Subdivision
Map
Project Summary: Key Components
• 302 units (Village Low Density Residential)
• Private, gated community
• 1,800-3,500 square feet
• 19.9 acres Open Space
• Detention basins
• Trails
• 2.08 acres Parks/Recreation Facility
• Potential uses: Recreation center, pool, pickleball courts, bocce ball courts, pet park
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Project Zoning Consistency
Land Use Comparison
Land Use/Zone Adopted Specific Plan
Acreage
Proposed
Acreage
Difference
Village Low Density Residential
(VLDR)*
53.21 51.61 -1.6
Village Open Space
(VOS)
20.03 19.9 -0.13
Village Parks and Recreation(VPR) 1 2.08 +1.08
Landscape Corridor 0.85 1.22 +0.37
Rights-of-Way 2.65 2.93 +0.28
Total 77.74 77.74 0
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Findings
• Project is consistent with:
• General Plan
• Village 1 Specific Plan
• Village 1 General Development Plan
• Title 17 – Subdivision Ordinance
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Environmental Determination
• Addendum prepared to address specific environmental effects of Stardust Project.
• Addendum concluded that project would not result in new or more severe impacts.
• Therefore, the proposed Stardust Project is in conformance with previously certified Final EIR (State Clearing House #2010102018) for Village 1 Specific Plan.
• No further environmental review required under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15182 (Projects Pursuant to a Specific Plan) and 15168 (Program EIR).
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Conditions of Approval
• City staff has prepared Draft Conditions of Approval for the project:
Ensure orderly & timely implementation of the project Standard & project-specific conditions
Includes applicable Mitigation Measures from the certified EIR for the Village 1 Specific Plan.
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Recommendation
PC recommends Council:
1. Adopt resolution approving Addendum to the certified 2012 Village 1 Specific Plan EIR
2. Adopt resolution approving Large Lot Tentative Map for Stardust Project
3. Adopt resolution approving Small Lot Tentative Map for Stardust Project
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End of Presentation
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17 LDR 1
LDR 2
LDR 3
OS 1
OS 3
OS 4
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18 Small Lot
Tentative
Map
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Project Summary: Additional Components
• Primary access: Oak Tree Lane
• Project will construct Oak Tree Lane from southern project boundary north to SR 193/McBean Park Drive
• Lift station to be located on or off site
• Extension of water line in Oak Tree Lane alignment to east • Two Low Impact Development (LID) detention basins in northwest open space area
• Emergency Vehicle Access
• Large Lot Tentative Map
• Small Lot Tentative Map
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Small Lot Tentative Subdivision Map
• City Engineer-approved deviations:
1. Typical street intersection tangent & deflection angle – 50’ tangent instead of 100’ tangent
2. Gated entrance
3. Half cul-de-sac
4. Non-symmetrical cul-de-sac
5. Street stub instead of cul-de-sac
6. Street light location – Minimizing light pollution; place lights only at critical locations (cul-de-sacs, elbows, intersections)
7. Typical pad grading – walls at property lines between lots – only where there is not enough side or rear yard space – to accommodate setback requirements between foundation & top of slopes.
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