Agenda packet — Rancho Cordova City Council, November 17, 2025 (part 4 of 4)

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(1) An enclosure that meets the requirements of Section 115923 and isolates the swimming pool or spa from the private single-family home.

(2) Removable mesh fencing that meets the ASTM International F2286 standard in conjunction with a gate that is self-closing and self-latching and can accommodate a key lockable device.

(3) A manually operated or power-operated safety pool cover that is accompanied by a label verifying that the cover meets the specifications of the ASTM International F1346- 23 standard.

(4) Exit alarms on the private single-family home’s doors and windows that provide direct access to the swimming pool or spa without any intervening enclosure. Whenever any door or window is opened or left ajar, exit alarms shall make either an audible, continuous alarm sound or a repeating verbal warning, such as a notification that “the door to the pool is open.” An exit alarm may be battery operated or connected to the electrical wiring of the building.

(5) A self-closing, self-latching device with a release mechanism placed no lower than 54 inches above the floor on the private single-family home’s doors providing direct access to the swimming pool or spa.

(6) An alarm in good repair and operable as designed that, when placed in a swimming pool or spa, will sound upon detection of accidental or unauthorized entrance into the water. The alarm shall meet and be independently certified to the ASTM International F2208 standard that includes surface motion, pressure, sonar, laser, and infrared type alarms. A swimming protection alarm feature designed for individual use, including an alarm attached to a child that sounds when the child exceeds a certain distance or becomes submerged in water, is not a qualifying drowning prevention safety feature.

(7) Other means of protection, if the degree of protection afforded is equal to or greater than that afforded by any of the features set forth above and has been independently verified by an approved testing laboratory as meeting standards for those features established by ASTM International, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, or another nationally recognized standards development organization, and the feature is accompanied by a label verifying that the protection meets those standards.

(b) The requirements of subdivision (a) are not satisfied by any of the following:
(1) An exit alarm and a self-closing, self-latching device on the same door. (2) An exit alarm and a door latch on separate doors.
(3) A safety pool cover and an alarm described in paragraph (6) of subdivision (a).

(c) Before the issuance of a final approval for the completion of permitted construction or remodeling work, the local building code official shall inspect the drowning safety prevention features required by this section and, if no violations are found, shall give final approval.

[Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 745 (AB 2866) and Ch. 769, (SB 552) Effective January 1, 2025.]

115923. An enclosure shall have all of the following characteristics:
(a) Any access gates through the enclosure open away from the swimming pool, and are self- closing with a self-latching device placed no lower than 60 inches above the ground.

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(b) A minimum height of 60 inches.
(c) A maximum vertical clearance from the ground to the bottom of the enclosure of two inches. (d) Gaps or voids, if any, do not allow passage of a sphere equal to or greater than four inches in diameter.
(e) An outside surface free of protrusions, cavities, or other physical characteristics that would serve as handholds or footholds that could enable a child below the age of five years to climb over.

[Added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 925, Sec. 3.5. Effective January 1, 1997.]

115924. (a) Any person entering into an agreement to build a swimming pool or spa, or to engage in permitted work on a pool or spa covered by this article, shall give the consumer notice of the requirements of this article.

(b) Pursuant to existing law, the Department of Health Services shall have available on the department’s Web site, commencing January 1, 2007, approved pool safety information available for consumers to download. Pool contractors are encouraged to share this information with consumers regarding the potential dangers a pool or spa poses to toddlers. Additionally, pool contractors may provide the consumer with swimming pool safety materials produced from organizations such as the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, Drowning Prevention Foundation, California Coalition for Children’s Safety & Health, Safe Kids Worldwide, Association of Pool and Spa Professionals, or the American Academy of Pediatrics.

[Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 478, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 2007.]

115925. The requirements of this article do not apply to any of the following:
(a) Public swimming pools.
(b) Hot tubs or spas with locking safety covers that comply with the ASTM International F1346 standard.
(c) An apartment complex, or any residential setting other than a single-family home.

[Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 769, (SB 552) Effective January 1, 2025.]

115926. (a) The State Department of Social Services shall prescribe drowning prevention safety standards governing all swimming pools and other bodies of water located at facilities regulated by the department, regardless of whether the swimming pool is also subject to this article. The department may adopt higher drowning prevention safety standards than the requirements of this article. The department shall adopt regulations required by this section by January 1, 2027.

(b) Notwithstanding the rulemaking provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act (Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code), the State Department of Social Services may implement, interpret, or make specific this article by means of interim licensing standards or similar written instructions until regulations are adopted.

These interim licensing standards or similar written instructions shall have the same force and effect as regulations until January 1, 2027.

[Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 745, (AB 2866) Effective January 1, 2025.]

115927. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, this article shall not be subject to further modification or interpretation by any regulatory agency of the state, this authority being reserved

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exclusively to local jurisdictions, as provided for in paragraph (7) of subdivision (a) of Section 115922 and subdivision (c) of Section 115925.

[Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 957, Sec. 13. (SB 1078) Effective January 1, 2019.]

115928. Whenever a building permit is issued for the construction of a new swimming pool or spa, the pool or spa shall meet all of the following requirements:
(a) (1) The suction outlets of the pool or spa for which the permit is issued shall be equipped to provide circulation throughout the pool or spa as prescribed in paragraphs (2) and (3).

(2) The swimming pool or spa shall either have at least two circulation suction outlets per pump that shall be hydraulically balanced and symmetrically plumbed through one or more “T” fittings, and that are separated by a distance of at least three feet in any dimension between the suction outlets, or be designed to use alternatives to suction outlets, or be designed to use alternatives to suction outlets, including, but not limited to, skimmers or perimeter overflow systems to conduct water to the recirculation pump.

(3) The circulation system shall have the capacity to provide a complete turnover of pool water, as specified in Section 3124B of Chapter 31B of the California Building Standards Code (Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations).

(b) Suction outlets shall be covered with anti-entrapment grates, as specified in the ANSI/APSP- 16 performance standard or successor standard designated by the federal Consumer Product Safety Commission, that cannot be removed except with the use of tools. Slots or openings in the grates or similar protective devices shall be of a shape, area, and arrangement that would prevent physical entrapment and would not pose any suction hazard to bathers.

(c) Any backup safety system that an owner of a new swimming pool or spa may choose to install in addition to the requirements set forth in subdivisions (a) and (b) shall meet the standards as published in the document, “Guidelines for Entrapment Hazards: Making Pools and Spas Safer,” Publication Number 363, March 2005, United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.

[Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 679, Sec. 2. (AB 2114) Effective January 1, 2013.]

115928.5. Whenever a building permit is issued for the remodel or modification of an existing swimming pool, toddler pool, or spa, the permit shall require that the suction outlet or suction outlets of the existing swimming pool, toddler pool, or spa be upgraded so as to be equipped with anti-entrapment grates, as specified in the ANSI/APSP-16 performance standard or a successor standard designated by the federal Consumer Product Safety Commission.

[Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 679, Sec. 3. (AB 2114) Effective January 1, 2013.]

115929. (a) The Legislature encourages a private entity, in consultation with the Epidemiology and Prevention for Injury Control Branch of the department, to produce an informative brochure or booklet, for consumer use, explaining the child drowning hazards of, possible safety measures for, and appropriate drowning hazard prevention measures for, home swimming pools and spas, and to donate the document to the department.

(b) The Legislature encourages the private entity to use existing documents from the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission on pool safety.

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(c) If a private entity produces the document described in subdivisions (a) and (b) and donates it to the department, the department shall review and approve the brochure or booklet.

(d) Upon approval of the document by the department, the document shall become the property of the state and a part of the public domain. The department shall place the document on its Web site in a format that is readily available for downloading and for publication. The department shall review the document in a timely and prudent fashion and shall complete the review within 18 months of receipt of the document from a private entity.

[Added by Stats. 2003, Ch. 422, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 2004.]

Section 2. Severability

If any provision of this ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstances is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of the ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this ordinance are severable. This City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this ordinance irrespective of the invalidity of any particular portion thereof and intends that the invalid portions should be severed and the balance of the ordinance be enforced.

Section 3. Effective Date and Publication

Within fifteen (15) days from and after adoption, this Ordinance shall be published once in the Grapevine Independent, a newspaper of general circulation printed and published in Sacramento County and circulated in the City of Rancho Cordova, in accordance with California Government Code Section 36933. This Ordinance shall take effect and be enforced thirty (30) days after its adoption.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cordova on the 17 th day of November 2025 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

____________________________
Siri Pulipati, Mayor
ATTEST:

Stacy Leitner, CMC
City Clerk

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ITEM 10.3. ATTACHMENT 11
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CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA

ORDINANCE NO. XX-2025

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 16.38, “GREEN BUILDING CODE” OF THE RANCHO CORDOVA MUNICIPAL CODE, WHICH ADOPTS BY REFERENCE THE 2025 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. Title 16, Chapter 16.38, “Green Building Code,” is hereby repealed and replaced, in its entirety, to read as follows:

Chapter 16.38

GREEN BUILDING CODE
Sections:

16.38.010 Title.

16.38.020 Purpose.

16.38.030 Adoption of green building codes.

16.38.010 Title.

This chapter shall be known and cited as the Rancho Cordova Green Building Code.

16.38.020 Purpose.

The purpose of the Rancho Cordova Green Building Code is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or limb, health, property, and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design, construction, installation, quality of materials, use and occupancy, location and maintenance of all buildings and structures within this jurisdiction.

16.38.030 Adoption of green building codes.

All deemed Mandatory provisions of the 2025 California Green Building Standards Code, Part 11, Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations (hereinafter referred to as the “State Code”), and any rules and regulations promulgated pursuant thereto, are hereby adopted and incorporated by reference herein. Except as otherwise provided by this chapter and Chapter

16.02 RCMC, the provisions thereof shall be controlling within the limits of the City of Rancho Cordova.

Section 2. Severability

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Section 3. Effective Date and Publication

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cordova on the 17th day of November 2025 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

____________________________
Siri Pulipati, Mayor
ATTEST:

Stacy Leitner, CMC
City Clerk

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CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA

ORDINANCE NO. XX-2025

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 16.40, “MOVING BUILDINGS” OF

THE RANCHO CORDOVA MUNICIPAL CODE

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. Title 16, Chapter 16.40, “Moving Buildings,” is hereby repealed and replaced, in its entirety, to read as follows:

Chapter 16.40

MOVING BUILDINGS
Sections:

16.40.010 Permit required.

16.40.020 Building relocation application and plan submittal.

16.40.030 Inspections prior to relocation.

16.40.040 Application approval.

16.40.050 Approval limitation on building relocation application.

16.40.060 Posting notice of intention to move.

16.40.070 Denial of building permit.

16.40.080 Appeals.

16.40.090 Issuance of building permit.

16.40.100 Authority to issue building permit.

16.40.110 Liability insurance required.

16.40.120 House and building moving requirements – Flags, lights, etc.

16.40.130 Approval of house and building moving equipment and apparatus and route by Director of Public Works – Bond required.

16.40.140 Highway moving permit.

16.40.150 Highway moving permit limitations – Time.

16.40.160 Public nuisance.

16.40.010 Permit required.

No person shall move or cause to be relocated any building or structure across any public street or highway, or from one property to another, or from one location to another in the city, or from any city or county outside of the city of Rancho Cordova, without first obtaining a moving permit through the procedures provided in this chapter.

16.40.020 Building relocation application and plan submittal.

Application for building relocation shall be filed with the Building Official.

A. Contents of Application. The application shall specify the existing location of the building, size, and character of the building to be relocated, the proposed improvements or changes, if any, the proposed location, the property owner’s name and address, the intended use of the building.

B. Plan Submittal. Three complete sets of plans are required for the building permit along with a completed building permit application. The plot plan for the proposed location, fully dimensioned, and drawn to scale, shall show location of the building,

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indicating proposed setbacks of the building and size, location, and use of all existing structures at the proposed location, and site development required. Architectural plans must be fully dimensioned, and drawn to scale, and be no smaller than 18 inches x 24 inches in paper size for review purposes. Plans must include foundation designs from a qualified design professional, which may include geotechnical reports for soil conditions.

C. Entry and Site Identification. The applicant shall arrange for entry of the buildings proposed to be relocated and provide a stake driven in the ground, protruding four feet above grade, at the front and rear of the proposed location for posting and attaching house numbers as provided by RCMC 16.40.050.

16.40.030 Inspections prior to relocation.

Within five working days of being notified by the applicant, the Building Official shall cause the inspection of the building to be relocated.

16.40.040 Application approval.

After reviewing the application for building relocation and inspection of the building and proposed location, the Building Official shall give his or her approval in writing and so notify the property owner and applicant of the requirements imposed on his approval.

Upon said approval, the Building Official shall cause the building and the proposed location to be posted with an “notice of intention to move” sign as provided in RCMC 16.40.050.

16.40.050 Approval limitation on building relocation application.

Approval of building relocation application shall be limited to 60 days from completion of the posting period when no appeal is filed.

16.40.060 Posting notice of intention to move.

When the building has been approved for relocation to a new site, the Building Official shall cause a “notice of intention to move” sign to be posted, on stakes, for five working days from date of posting, with assigned house number, provided by the applicant, at the front and rear of the proposed site and on the front of the building proposed to be moved; such notice shall not be less than 13 inches by 19 inches in size and shall set forth the character of the building to be moved, the present and proposed site of the building, and the date of posting.

Exception: Buildings being moved from outside the city limits of Rancho Cordova into the City of Rancho Cordova shall require a ten working day posting period in lieu of five days.

A. The building shall not be moved from the location shown on the application for the duration of the required posting period. If for any reason the posting period has been interrupted, the building and proposed site shall be reposted for an additional five working days (or ten working days if outside the city limits).

B. No building shall be temporarily relocated on present or other property for temporary storage purposes, except legal contractors’ storage yards, without having written approval of Building Official and the owner of the property used for this temporary storage. The Building Official may require a surety bond, cash bond, or other means to ensure the removal of the building and may set a time limit as deemed necessary to protect the public and the City of Rancho Cordova.

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C. No moving permit shall be issued, nor the building moved from the existing location, until the required posting and appeal period has elapsed.

D. Exemption from Posting. A building being relocated on existing property, when approved by the Building Official, may be exempted from the posting requirements.

16.40.070 Denial of building permit.

A. The application for a building permit shall be denied when:

1. Any unlawful, dangerous, or defective condition of a building proposed to be moved is such that remedy or correction cannot effectively be made; or

2. The relocation of the building to the proposed site would cause appreciable damage to or be materially detrimental to the property or improvements in the district within the immediate vicinity of the proposed new location; or

3. The structure is of a type prohibited at the proposed location by law or regulation of the city.

B. The Building Official, or his or her designees, shall inform the applicant of the denial in writing within 10 working days of the filing of the application. The denial shall set forth the reasons therefor, shall designate the applicable provisions of the law or regulations upon which the denial is predicated.

16.40.080 Appeals.

Appeals to the denial of a permit to relocate a building shall follow the procedure as set forth in RCMC 16.18 Nuisance Code, Sections 16.18.504 through 16.18.513.

16.40.090 Issuance of building permit.

A. If a building permit is granted, it shall be granted under conditions which shall require the owner, or agent of the owner, of any building to be moved to comply with the provisions of all applicable state laws and local ordinances, to make such changes or repairs as may be necessary to comply therewith or to fill remaining basements or other subsequent openings on the property.

B. No building relocated in accordance with the provisions of this chapter shall be used or occupied or have utility services connected thereto until said necessary changes or repairs have been completed.

C. Any building relocated in another location shall be brought up to current regulations of the building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical codes. The Building Official may waive a specific requirement when the requirement met the Rancho Cordova Building Code in effect at the time it was built and does not cause a health or safety hazard.

D. Prior to the issuance of any building permit, the applicant for the moving permit must produce evidence indicating:

1. That they have sealed the sewer line at the site from which the building is being moved in a manner prescribed by the appropriate political subdivision having jurisdiction thereof; or

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2. That they have properly destroyed the septic tank system in accordance with the requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction.

E. The Building Official shall require the owner or agent to deposit a certificate of deposit or a surety bond with the city to ensure compliance with the conditions imposed on the building permit. The surety bond must be issued by a corporate surety authorized to do business in the State of California and shall be filed in the form prescribed by the Building Official and subject to his/her approval. The amount of the bond shall be set at the discretion of the Building Official. At the time of filing the certificate of deposit or surety bond with the city, the property owner must also execute and file a statement in substantially the following language:

I, ____________________, the applicant and property owner, hereby promise to comply with the conditions imposed on the building permit No. _______. By way of guarantee that this work will be done, I/we herewith deposit with the city a (certificate of deposit, or surety bond) in the sum of $_________ and agree that in the event these conditions are not fulfilled within three hundred sixty-five (365) days hereafter, the city may use said certificate of deposit, or forfeit the surety bond and apply the proceeds either to cause said conditions to be fulfilled or to demolish the building which was under the authority of said building permit.

F. The condition(s) imposed upon the issuance of the building permit for a moved building shall be met within 365 days. Noncompliance of this requirement shall give cause to forfeit the certificate of deposit or surety bond and to abate as a public nuisance.

G. Building Relocation Application Fee. The applicant shall pay a relocation application fee for each application at the time of issuance. The fee for each permit shall be that fee prescribed by resolution of the City Council.

H. Fee Refund. No refund shall be made where an inspection is made as required by RCMC

16.40.030. The Building Official may authorize the refunding of not more than 80 percent of the application fee when no inspection was made as required by RCMC 16.40.030. The Building Official shall not authorize the refunding of any fee paid except upon written application filed by the original permittee not later than 180 days from the date of fee payment.

I. Exemption from Building Relocation Application Fee.

1. Buildings that are being moved within Rancho Cordova to locations outside the City of Rancho Cordova.

2. Buildings or portions of buildings being moved to or through the city that are approved manufactured buildings.

3. Incidental accessory structures of 120 square feet or less which will not be used for human habitation.

4. Buildings being moved to a storage yard approved by the Rancho Cordova Zoning Code for storage purposes.

16.40.100 Authority to issue building permit.

In the event the decision of the Building Official to grant the building permit is not appealed within the posting period specified in RCMC 16.40.050, and the building proposed to be moved will not come within the scope of the conditions prohibited by RCMC 16.40.060, and the applicant has

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complied with all other applicable requirements of this chapter, the Building Official shall issue the building permit.

In the event an appeal has been filed, the Building Official shall issue or deny the permit, pursuant to the terms of the final decision of the City Council and the other applicable provisions of this chapter.

16.40.110 Liability insurance required.

No moving permit shall be issued under the provisions of this chapter unless the permitted shall have first taken out and agreed to maintain at all times public liability insurance in an amount not less than $1,000,000 for injuries, including wrongful death, to any one person, and shall take out and agree to maintain at all times property damage insurance in an amount not less than $500,000. Such insurance shall name the city as an insured, and a certificate of insurance shall be filed with the Director of Public Works, or his or her designees.

16.40.120 House and building moving requirements – Flags, lights, etc.

Red lights at each corner of the building shall be maintained by the mover from one-half hour after sunset until one-half hour before sunrise.

A. Notice of Emergency Service. Any person moving a building on any city road shall notify the Department of Public Works immediately before and after the movement.

B. Authorized Moving Hours. Movement of buildings on any city road shall be prohibited between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on weekdays.

C. No building shall be moved into a fire district without first giving notice to the fire district into which the building is to be moved 10 working days prior to the move.

16.40.130 Approval of house and building moving equipment and apparatus and route by Director of Public Works – Bond required.

The Director of Public Works, or his or her designees, may, in their discretion, inspect all rollers, trucks, wheels, dollies, tractors, or other apparatus proposed to be used in the moving operation, and shall restrict the use of such apparatus to that which, in their judgment, will not cause injury to highways, bridges, or other property. The Director of Public Works, or his or her designees, may also require reasonable changes in the route proposed, even though the route required may be longer than the one proposed, and also require an applicant or his or her agent to file a surety bond issued by a corporate surety authorized to do business in the state of California in such amount of $5,000 or a certificate of insurance in the amount of $10,000 with an oversize, overweight endorsement to guarantee the restoration and repair of city roads damaged by moving equipment and apparatus, in accordance with applicable city standards.

16.40.140 Highway moving permit.

When a building permit has been granted by the Building Official and all provisions of this chapter and other regulations and/or requirements for issuing a building permit for the building have been fulfilled, the Director of Public Works, or his or her designees, shall issue a highway moving permit. The applicant shall pay an additional fee for this permit. The permit fee shall be $30.00.

Buildings that are being moved from outside the city or from within the city to terminate in a city or county other than Rancho Cordova that qualifies for exemption of building relocation application fee as provided by RCMC 16.40.100(I) and are required to use city roads or highways shall be required to pay the $30.00 fee for a moving permit.

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A. Fee for Additional Buildings. The fee for additional buildings or portions of any severed buildings moved at the same time to the same locations as provided herein shall be $10.00.

B. Exemption from Highway Moving Permit. The highway moving permit fee (and fee for additional buildings) shall not be required in the following instances:

1. If the building is being moved from one location to another location and no public road is to be used;

2. Buildings and/or sections of buildings being moved to or through the city that are approved manufactured buildings.

C. The exemption to a highway moving permit does not exempt the buildings in RCMC

16.40.020 from the required wide load highway permit.

16.40.150 Highway moving permit limitations – Time.

Permission to move any building under any moving permit shall expire 60 days after issuance, except that the Director of Public Works, or his or her designees, may extend the expiration time an additional 60 days.

A. Transfer. Permits issued under this chapter shall not be transferred by the holder thereof to any other person.

All movements of buildings authorized by the moving permit shall be made under the control and supervision of the grantee of the permit.

B. Refunds. No fees required by this chapter shall be refunded if the moving of a building authorized by the moving permit is not made. [Ord. 21-2003 §§ 2, 4; Ord. 20-2003 §§ 2, 4; SCC 48 § 2 (part), 1971].

16.40.160 Public nuisance.

Any building moved contrary to any of the provisions of this chapter is unlawful and a public nuisance and the Building Official shall commence action or proceedings for the abatement and removal and enjoinment thereof in a manner provided in this chapter. The remedies provided herein shall be cumulative and not exclusive.

Section 2. Severability

Section 3. Effective Date and Publication

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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cordova on the 17th day of November 2025 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

____________________________
Siri Pulipati, Mayor
ATTEST:

Stacy Leitner, CMC
City Clerk

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City Council Staff Report – Page 1 of 3

MEMORANDUM

ITEM 11.1.

DATE: November 17, 2025

TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: Jeremiah Zillig, Chief Building Official

SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION DETERMINING THE NEED FOR LOCAL MODIFICATIONS

TO THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE AND AN ORDINANCE REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 17.04, “FIRE CODE” TO THE

RANCHO CORDOVA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE
THE 2025 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE AND MAKING LOCAL AMENDMENTS

TO PORTIONS THEREOF

RECOMMENDATION

Adopt the Resolution and waive the first reading and introduce the Ordinance.

RESULT OF RECOMMENDED ACTION

The recommended Ordinance would come back for a second reading and adoption at the next regular City Council meeting. Adoption of the Resolution and the Ordinance would result in the city’s fire codes being updated to current industry best practices and will coincide with new fire codes mandated by the State of California to protect property, health, life and safety.

BACKGROUND

Every three years, the California Building Standards Commission, along with other state agencies, reviews and amends the parts of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, a.k.a. the California Building Standards Code (the “CBSC”). The 2025 CBSC has an effective date of January 1, 2026.

The Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District (SMFD) has adopted administrative and technical amendments to the California Fire Code (CFC) consistently since inception. Typically, the cycle- to-cycle changes are minimal, reserved to updating to the most recent code sections or addressing safety concerns of new technologies not addressed in code, such as energy storage systems.

However, in recognition of California’s housing crisis and the numerous vacant commercial structures located throughout the region, the 2025 CFC amendments drastically eliminate, reduce or alter previous model code changes while not decreasing community or firefighter safety.

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FINDINGS AND FILING REQUIREMENTS

State law requires that all local amendments to building standards in the California Building Standards Code be filed with the California Building Standards Commission. When filed, the amendments must be accompanied by local findings identifying the local climatic, geological or topographical conditions necessitating the changes. The local findings are made in the Resolution of Findings (Attachment 1). The filing will be made after the Council’s adoption of the attached Ordinance and the Resolution of Findings.

2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE ADOPTION AND SIGNIFICANT CHANGES

Key changes to the City of Rancho Cordova Fire Code Ordinance include:

• Removing multiple amendments from Ordinance and converting to Fire Prevention Standards. Where the CFC states, “as permitted by the Fire Code Official,” SMFD may define those terms clearly to stakeholders in supplemental documentation. These terms are not required to be adopted through a governing body. By converting to a standard, SMFD allows for greater flexibility and softer interpretations.

• Allowing installation of NFPA 13R fire sprinkler systems. Intended for use in multi-family dwellings, this fire sprinkler system design is a less expensive and easier to install alternative to traditional commercial systems. All previous SMFD Ordinances did not permit NFPA 13R installations.

• Removing several fire sprinkler installation triggers in existing buildings.

o Whereas previous amendments struck out model code to all for fire walls to be considered separate buildings, this section has been reinstated, creating alternatives to sprinkler installation triggers for entire buildings of multi-tenant shopping centers
o Whereas previous code cycles automatically required fire sprinkler installation in existing buildings with any changes or alterations, exceptions have been added to give consideration to buildings constructed under the Uniform Building Code.

The UBC weighted building construction materials and design features as the primary fire protection element.

• Removing all restrictions pertaining to water supply during construction. Previous amendments struck out all model code allowances for water supply reductions during construction. Those sections have been reinstated.

• Removing all fire flow restrictions for one- and two-family dwellings. Previous amendments made significant increases to the fire flow requirements for these occupancies. The entire table addressing these changes has been removed from the Ordinance to utilize the standard model code requirements.

Remaining amendments to the CFC are key changes required to maintain public and firefighter safety throughout the region. These changes are required to be justified and substantiated by

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geologic, climatic or topographic conditions unique to area served by SMFD. These findings are identified in the Ordinance (Attachment 2).

PUBLIC HEARING

State law authorizes local jurisdictions to adopt codes by reference (California Government Code Sections 50022.2 et seq.). Government Code Section 50022.3 requires that a public hearing on the proposed code adoptions be set after the first reading of the ordinance. If the first reading of the ordinance occurs tonight, a public hearing on this item will be scheduled for the December 1, 2025, City Council meeting.

REQUESTED MOTION

That the City Council adopt the Resolution determining a need for local amendments to the California Building Standards Codes; introduce and waive the first reading of the Ordinance which repeal and replace Rancho Cordova Municipal Code Chapter 17.04, and set a public hearing for consideration of the proposed Ordinance on December 1, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Resolution

2. Ordinance

3. Comparison and Summary of Significant Changes from the 2022 CFC Ordinance to the 2025 CFC Ordinance

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CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA

RESOLUTION NO. XX-2025

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA, STATE

OF CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING THE NEED FOR LOCAL MODIFICATIONS TO THE

CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, also known as the California Building Standards Code (“CBSC”), contains construction standards applicable to local jurisdictions throughout the state including the City of Rancho Cordova (“City”); and

WHEREAS, when reasonably necessary due to local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions, Health and Safety Code Sections 17958.5 and 18941.5 permit the City to establish more restrictive building standards than those outlined in the CBSC; and

WHEREAS, before making changes to the CBSC under Health and Safety Code Section 17958.5, Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7 requires the City to make express findings that such changes are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions; and

WHEREAS, the City is adopting local amendments to chapters within the California Fire Code; and

WHEREAS, these local amendments have been evaluated and recognized by the City as tools for addressing problems with building construction in the City of Rancho Cordova, which are aimed at establishing and maintaining an environment that will afford the City a high level of fire and life safety to all those who work, live and play within the City’s boundaries; and

WHEREAS, once adopted, the City is required to file its local amendments and findings with the California Building Standards Commission.

Section 1: Findings. This Resolution and the referenced Ordinance are being adopted pursuant to the following findings:

CEQA Compliance. CEQA requires analysis of agency approvals of discretionary “projects.” A “project,” under CEQA, is defined as “the whole of an action, which has a potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.” (CEQA Guidelines, § 15378.) As reflected in State CEQA Guideline 15061 (b) (3), an activity is not subject to CEQA, “[where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment…” The proposed Resolution of Findings and the Ordinance amendments are not a “project” within the meaning of CEQA because the Resolution and amendments seek to update the existing building codes to current industry best practices and to coincide with new codes mandated by the State. Because no new building codes are being added resulting in the expansion of uses or activities is reasonably anticipated, no possibility exists that the ordinances will result in a significant effect on the environment. Thus, the proposed ordinances are not subject to the requirements of CEQA. However, in the event that

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adoption of the Ordinance is considered a CEQA project, it would nonetheless qualify for categorical exemptions as set forth below.

CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) states that a project is exempt from CEQA “where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment.” The approval of the code amendments set forth in the proposed ordinances do not approve any physical development and it would not result in a direct or indirect physical changes in the environment. Any specific development projects that may result from these changes will be subject to environmental review. The proposed amendments are consistent with the new California Building Standards Code. For these reasons, the proposed amendments would not have the potential to result in individually or cumulatively significant effects on the environment and these Municipal Code amendments are exempt from review under CEQA and no further environmental review is necessary.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Rancho Cordova hereby declares and finds the following:

A. The City, according to the authority granted it under California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958.5 and 18941.5, has determined that there is a need to establish building standards that are more restrictive than those adopted by the state of California and found in Title 24 and Title 25 of the California Code of Regulations. These new building standards have been determined by the City of Rancho Cordova to address the problems, concerns and future direction by which the City can establish and maintain an environment which will afford an appropriate level of fire and life safety to all who live, work and play within its boundary.

B. The City has determined that it is necessary to amend state building standards found in the 2025 California Building Standards Code as follows: the 2025 California Fire Code. The City’s amendments to this code are outlined in Rancho Cordova Ordinance as follows:

City Code Code Adoption / Amendments

17.04 Fire Code Adopt With Local Amendments

C. Under the provisions of Sections 17958.5 and 18941.5 of the Health and Safety Code, the amendment of state-building standards at the local level must be reasonably necessary due to local climatic, topographical and/or geological conditions and the City must make express findings in this regard. The Council has determined that the following findings of fact address and present the local climatic, topographical, and/or geological conditions, which either singularly or in combination, has caused the aforementioned amendments to be adopted:

FINDINGS

Section 4. In connection with the amendments enacted by Section 1 relating to the California Fire Code and its appendix, 2025 edition, the City Council makes the following findings pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 17958.5, 17958.7 and 18941.5. The changes are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, topographical or geological conditions.

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The City Council hereby adopts pursuant to Section 18941.5 of the California Health and Safety Code, the following findings of fact:

(a) Under this adopting Ordinance, specific amendments have been established which are more restrictive -in nature than those adopted by the State of California (State Buildings Standards Code, State Housing & Community Development Codes) commonly referred to as Title 24 & Title 25 of the California Code of Regulations. These amendments to the California Fire Code 2025 edition, have been recognized by the Board of Directors to address the fire problems, concerns and future direction by which the District can establish and maintain an environment which will afford a level of fire and life safety to all who live and work within its boundary.

(b) The International Code Council has assumed responsibility for the International Fire Code and International Fire Code Standards. The International Code Council provided a means for participation by all code enforcement officials from throughout the country as well as industry representatives, consultants, and other private parties with an interest in the International Fire Code.

(c) The International Fire Code, being the 2024 edition thereof, published by the International Code Council nationally recognized compilation of proposed rules, regulations and standards of said Association.

(d) Said International Fire Code has been printed and published as a Code in book form within the meaning of Section 50022.1 of the Government Code of the State of California.

(e) Under the provisions of Section 18941.5 of the Health and Safety Code, local amendments are based on climatic, topographical and geological conditions. The findings of fact contained herein address each of these situations and present the local situation, which either singularly or in combination, caused the aforementioned amendments to be adopted.

LOCAL CONDITIONS

A. This amendment is justified on the basis of a local climatic condition. Sacramento County is subject to precipitation, relative humidity, temperature extremes, and high velocity winds.

1. Precipitation and relative humidity
a. Conditions
Monthly precipitation ranges from .05 to 3.73 inches with an average of approximately 17.2 inches per year. The majority of this precipitation falls during the months of November through April. There is a dry period of at least six (6) months each year, May through October. Additionally, the area is subject to occasional drought.

Relative humidity remains in the middle range most of the time. It ranges from twenty-nine (29) to thirty-eight (38) percent during spring, summer, fall, and from fifty-seven (57) to ninety (90) percent in the

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winter. It occasionally falls as low as fifteen (15) percent (National Weather Service Sacramento Branch average of historical data (https://wrcc.dri.edu/cgi-bin/clilcd.pl?ca23232.).
b. Impact

Locally experienced dry periods cause extreme dryness of untreated wood shakes and shingles on buildings and non-irrigated grass, brush, and weeds, which are often near buildings with wood roofs and sidings. Such dryness causes these materials to ignite very readily and burn rapidly and intensely.

Due to dryness, a rapidly burning grass fire or exterior building fire can quickly transfer to other buildings by means of radiation or flying brands, sparks, and embers. A small fire can rapidly grow to a magnitude beyond the control capabilities of the Fire District resulting in an excessive fire loss.

The Sacramento area has had several consecutive years of drought conditions thus reducing available water supply. The drought conditions have led to lower water tables. Groundwater as well as surface supplies have all been affected. The degradation of water supplies reduces the efficiency of fixed fire protection systems as well as hampering fire suppression activities. As an example, in 1998, the City of Sacramento lowered its static water pressure from 50 psi to 30 psi.

In April of 2025, the California State Fire Marshal released updated Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps, identifying areas served by Metro Fire as Moderate Hazard Zones. These areas highlight the hazard created by the physical conditions that create a likelihood of the area burning and expected fire behavior under extreme fuel and weather conditions.

The doubling of average rainfall called an "El Nino" event has occurred from time to time and does cause the grass to mature and grow in excess of six feet high before it dries out. Tall, dry grasses are highly flammable and can create intense, fast-moving wildfires.

Low-level fog (Tule Fog) is present throughout the winter months, which brings visibility to almost zero feet. The fog delays emergency responders and has caused numerous vehicle accidents including the December 11, 1997, Interstate 5 incident in Elk Grove which involved 36 vehicles and caused 31 casualties including 5 fatalities. The fog can also cause freezing and slick roadways.

2. Temperature
a. Condition
Temperatures have been recorded as high as 115° F throughout the Sacramento region. Average summer highs are in the 86° F range,

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with average maximums of 108° F (National Weather Service Sacramento Branch average of historical data
(https://wrcc.dri.edu/cgi-bin/clilcd.pl?ca23232.).
b. Impact
The Sacramento region has extreme variations in weather patterns too. Summers are arid and warm, winters are cool to freezing, fall and spring can bring any combination of weather pattern together. It is this cyclical uncertainty that allows weather events such as the rapid melting of the snow pack which causes flooding in the low-lying valley areas of Sacramento County.

High temperatures cause rapid fatigue and heat exhaustion of firefighters, thereby reducing their effectiveness and ability to control large building and wildland fires.

Another impact from high temperatures is that combustible building material and non-irrigated weeds, grass, and brush are preheated, thus causing these materials to ignite more readily and burn more rapidly and intensely. Additionally, the resultant higher temperature of the atmosphere surrounding the materials reduces the effectiveness of the water being applied to the burning materials. This requires that more water be applied, which in turn requires more Fire District resources in order to control a fire on a hot day. High temperatures directly contribute to the rapid growth of fires to an intensity and magnitude beyond the control capabilities of the Fire District.

3. Winds
a. Condition
Prevailing winds in the area are from the south or southeast.

However, winds are experienced from virtually every direction at one time or another. Velocities are generally in the six (6) mph to nine and one half (9.5) mph ranges, gusting to twenty-five (25) to thirty-five (35) mph. Forty (40) mph winds are experienced occasionally and winds up to seventy-four (74) mph have been registered locally. During the winter half of the year strong, dry, gusty winds from the north move through the area for several days creating extremely dry conditions. (National Weather Service Sacramento Branch average of historical data (https://wrcc.dri.edu/cgi-bin/clilcd.pl?ca23232.).

b. Impact
Winds such as those experienced locally can and do cause fires, both interior and exterior, to burn and spread rapidly. Fires involving non- irrigated weeds, grass, and brush can grow to a magnitude and be fanned to intensity beyond the control capabilities of the Fire District very quickly even by relatively moderate winds. During wood shake and shingle roof fires, or exposure fires, winds can carry sparks and burning brands to other structures, thus spreading the fire and causing conflagrations. When such fires are not controlled, they can extend to nearby buildings, particularly those with untreated wood shakes or shingles. In building fires, winds can literally force fires back into the

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building and can create a blow torch effect, in addition to preventing "natural" ventilation and cross-ventilation efforts.

Winds of the type experienced locally also reduce the effectiveness of exterior water streams used by the Fire District on fires involving large interior areas of buildings, fires which have vented through windows and roofs due to inadequate built-in fire protection and fires involving wood shake and shingle building exteriors. Local winds will continue to be a factor toward causing major fire losses to buildings not provided with fire resistive roof and siding materials. Buildings with inadequately separated interior areas or lacking automatic fire protection systems are also at risk.

Throughout the District, homes are being built within grass and brush covered rural areas creating an urban interface environment.

Combustible weeds on vacant lots, coupled with windy conditions can be a recipe for disaster. Throughout the State of California, large catastrophic fires in these urban interface environments have resulted in loss of life and property at an increasing rate.

B. This amendment is justified on the basis of a local geologic condition. Sacramento County is subject to seismicity as it is located within seismic zone 3 (major damage capability). Faults within this area are (1) Rescue Lineament-Bear Mountain Fault; (2) San Joaquin Fault; (3) Vacca-Kirby Fault; (4) Greenville Fault; and (5) Dunnigan Hills Fault.

Sacramento County is bisected by major transportation corridors including Interstate 80 and U.S. 50 which traverses in an east/west direction and is bisected by both Highway 99 and Interstate 5. The Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District and The Cosumnes Fire Department serve a combined population in excess of 923,000 residents and over 500 square miles. There are 2 major rail lines which run through the Districts. An overpass or underpass crossing collapse would significantly increase response time for fire and emergency vehicles and hinder mutual aid efforts. This is due to the limited crossings of the major highways and rail lines.

Earthquakes of the magnitude experienced locally can cause major damage to electrical transmission facilities, which, in turn, cause power failures while at the same time starting fires throughout the Fire Districts. The occurrence of multiple fires will quickly deplete existing fire districts’ resources; thereby reducing and/or delaying their response to any given fire. Additionally, without electrical power, elevators, smoke management systems, lighting systems, alarm systems, and other electrical equipment urgently needed for building evacuation and fire control in large buildings without emergency generator systems would be inoperative, thereby resulting in loss of life and/or major fire losses in such buildings.

The above local topographical conditions impede emergency response activities and increase response times. Public Safety resources would have to be prioritized to mitigate the greatest threat and may likely be unavailable for smaller single dwelling or structure fires.

C. This amendment is justified on the basis of a local topographic condition. Sacramento County is subject to increased vegetation, varied surface features, hazardous building operations, increased landscaping and terrain risk factors.

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1. Vegetation
Highly combustible dry grass, weeds, and brush are common in the hilly and open space areas adjacent to built-up locations six (6) to eight (8) months of each year. Many of these areas frequently experience wildland fires, which threaten nearby buildings, particularly those with wood roofs, or sidings. This condition can be found throughout the Fire Districts, especially in those fully developed areas and those areas marked for future development.

Development continues to extend from the urban core into grass-covered areas and brush/tree covered canyons, such as the American River Parkway, where every 20-percent increase in slope doubles the rate of fire spread.

2. Surface features
The Districts are bisected by Sacramento RT Light Rail running east/west and the Union Pacific mainline running north/south with an average of eighteen to twenty-four trips daily and with the ability to increase the trips significantly without prior notice to the District. Underground pipelines run parallel to the mainline in a north/south direction in the western portion of the district and carry liquid petroleum, and natural gases under high pressure. It is reasonably foreseeable that this bisection of the Districts by the railroad track could result in the reduction of response time for fire and emergency vehicles in the event a train is traveling on the railroad track at the time of a fire or other emergency.

3. Buildings, landscaping, and terrain
The Districts include several topographical features, including major rivers and creeks, aqueducts, lakes, sloughs, natural parkways, open space, bridges/overpasses, freeways, railroad tracks, drainage canals, and sprawling industrial facilities such as Siemens, Kinder Morgan, U.S. Cold Storage, Ampaq, and McClellan Park. Traffic has to be channeled around several of these topographical features and limitations, which creates traffic congestion and delays in emergency response. In the event of an accident or other emergency at one of the key points of intersection between a road and river or freeway, sections of the Districts could be isolated or response times could be significantly increased so as to increase the risk of injury or damage. These features are located between many of the District's fire stations.

Preservation of wetland areas, natural parkways, riparian corridors along rivers/streams, vernal pools, open space and endangered species habitats have all contributed to access problems as well as exemption from vegetation abatement programs. These situations, though very environmentally important, do increase the demands on the fire service due to the extreme fire hazard created by fuel loading and limited access.

Reduced available infrastructure features, such as roads, water supplies, and fire protection, hamper the effectiveness of fire response resources.

These rural areas are subject to a higher degree of risk without mitigation measures.

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Intricate levee systems hold back a portion of the floodwater. However, significant flooding has occurred in many of the Districts' low-lying areas where soil conditions are not conducive to rapid infiltration. Localized street flooding has occurred near creeks which make access for fire-fighting equipment difficult.

Additional variables that may negatively impact emergency response:

1. The extent of damage to the water system.

2. The extent of isolation due to bridge and/or freeway overpass collapse.

3. The extent of roadway damage and/or amount of debris blocking the roadways.

4. Climatic conditions (hot, dry weather with high winds).

5. Time of day will influence the amount of traffic on roadways and could intensify the risk to life during normal business hours.

6. The availability of timely mutual aid or military assistance.

2025 California Fire Code

Section

Title
Adopted
from CFC

Amended
from CFC

Added to
CFC
Deleted
from
CFC

Justification

105.5.5

Carnivals and fairs
X
Administrative
105.6 Required Construction Permits X Administrative 108.7 Cost Recovery Fees X Administrative
110.3.1 Electronic filing X Administrative
112.1 Board of Appeals X Administrative

113.4

Violation Penalties X
Administrative

113.4.2 Citations X
Administrative
113.4.3 California Bail Schedule X Administrative
114.4 Failure to comply X Administrative

202

Definitions X
Administrative
503.6.1 Electrified fences X Administrative

507.1.1

Connection
X
A2, A3, C1
510.4.1.1 Minimum signal strength into
buildings X C3
510.4.1.2 Minimum signal strength out of
the building X C3

901.4.7

Pump and riser room size
X
A1, A2
901.4.7.4
Lighting X

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B

903.2

Where required
X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3

903.2.1.1

Group A-1
X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3

903.2.1.2

Group A-2
X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3

903.2.1.3

Group A-3 X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3

903.2.1.4

Group A-4
X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3

903.2.2

Group B X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3

903.2.3

Group E X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3

903.2.4

Group F-1 X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3
903.2.4.4 Group F-2 X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3

903.2.7

Group M X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3
903.2.7.2 Group M Upholstered
Furniture or Mattress X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3

903.2.8.1.1

Group R-3 manufactured
housing
X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3

903.2.9

Group S-1
X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3

903.2.9.1

Repair garages X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3

903.2.10 Group S-2 parking garages X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3

903.2.10.1

Commercial parking garages
X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3
903.2.10.3 Group S-2 X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3

903.2.18.1
Group U private garages and
carports accessory to Group R-
3 occupancies

X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3

903.3.8.4

Supervision X
B, C2, C3

903.3.10

Floor control valves
X
B, C2, C3

903.6

Where required
X A1, A3, C1,
C2, C3

903.6.1

Monitoring
X
B, C2, C3
1028.5.1 Exit discharge surface X A1

5003.9.1.2
Emergency response support
information X

A, B, C
5601.1.6 Fireworks display X A2, A3, C1

Chapter 80

Reference standards X

A, B, C

Appendix B
Table
B105.2
Required fire flow for
buildings other than one
and two-family dwellings,
Group R-3 and R-4
buildings and townhouses

A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3
Appendix
C, Table
C102.1
Required number and spacing
of fire hydrants X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3
Appendix
C104.2 Single outlet fire hydrants X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3
C106.1 Hydrant type X A2, A3, B, C1,
C2, C3

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution and the adopted Ordinances shall be filed with the California Building Standards Commission in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7, and that a copy of this Resolution and the adopted Ordinances shall also be filed with the California State Fire Marshal’s Office and the Department of Housing and Community Development.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cordova on the 17 th day of November 2025 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

____________________________
Siri Pulipati, Mayor

ATTEST:

Stacy Leitner, CMC
City Clerk

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CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA

ORDINANCE NO. XX-2025

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 17.04, “FIRE CODE” TO THE RANCHO CORDOVA MUNICIPAL CODE WHICH ADOPTS BY REFERENCE THE 2025

CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. Title 17, Chapter 17.04, “Fire Code,” is hereby repealed in its entirety and replaced and amended as follows:

Chapter 17.04

FIRE CODE

17.04.005 Title. These regulations shall be known as the “California Fire Code.”

17.04.010 Adoption of California Fire Code. There is hereby adopted by the city of Rancho Cordova for the purpose of prescribing regulations governing conditions hazardous to life and property from fire or explosion, that certain code known as the 2025 California Fire Code, Title 24, California Code of Regulations, Part 9 (California Fire Code), incorporating the International Fire Code, 2024 Edition, published by the International Code Council in its entirety including Appendix 4, Appendix B, Appendix BB, Appendix C, Appendix CC, Appendix H, Appendix O, Appendix P, save and except such portions as hereinafter deleted, modified, or amended. Not less than one copy of such code has been and now is filed with the clerk of the city of Rancho Cordova. From the effective date of the ordinance establishing this chapter, the provisions thereof shall be controlling within the limits of the city of Rancho Cordova except that any inconsistent regulations and ordinances adopted pursuant to applicable law by the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District shall be controlling within the city of Rancho Cordova if said regulation or ordinance has been ratified by the city in accordance with Section 13869.7 of the California Health and Safety Code.

17.04.020 Enforcement. The division of authority for enforcement of this chapter shall be as follows:

The Chief of the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District or the chief’s designated representatives shall have authority to enforce this chapter and issue citations for violations.

17.04.030 Findings. The findings of fact are filed separately with the California Building Standards Commission and State Department of Housing and Community Development.

17.04 040 Definitions.

A. Wherever the word “municipality” is used in the California Fire Code, it shall mean the city of Rancho Cordova.

B. Wherever the word “chief” is used in this chapter or the California Fire Code, it shall mean the

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chief of the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District.

17.04.050 Amendments to the 2025 Edition of the California Fire Code.

SECTION 105.5.5 "CARNIVALS AND FAIRS" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 105.5.5 Carnivals, fairs, festivals, or exhibitions. An operational permit is required to conduct a carnival, fair, festival, or exhibition.

SECTION 105.6 “REQUIRED CONSTRUCTION PERMITS” IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 105.6.26 Architectural. A construction permit is required prior to the construction of all new buildings, alterations, additions or tenant improvements.

Section 105.6.27 Civil Engineering. A construction permit is required for civil improvements involving all new buildings, additions, structural alterations, subdivisions, site developments or civil improvements.

Section 105.6.28. Underground Fire Service . A construction permit is required prior to the installation of underground fire service mains and appurtenances.

SECTION 108.7 "COST RECOVERY FEES" IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 108.7 Cost recovery fees. Cost recovery fees may be charged to any person, firm, corporation, or business that through negligence, violation of the law, or as a result of carelessness, is responsible for an incident resulting in Fire Department response. (Health & Safety Code 13916).

SECTION 110.3.1 “ELECTRONIC FILING" IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 110.3.1 Electronic filing. When required by the fire code official, records of all system inspections, tests and maintenance required by the referenced standards and Title 19 of the California Code of Regulations shall be submitted to the fire code official electronically.

SECTION 112 “MEANS OF APPEALS” IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 112.1 General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the fire code official relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there shall be and is hereby created a board of appeals. The board of appeals shall be the Board of Directors of the fire protection district or community services district having jurisdiction.

SECTION 113.4 "VIOLATION PENALTIES" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 113.4 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall erect, install, alter, repair or do work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this code, shall be guilty of an infraction or a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100) and not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by imprisonment not exceeding

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180 days, or both such fine and imprisonment. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense.

SECTION 113.4.2 "CITATIONS" IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 113.4.2 Citations. The Chief, or the Chief’s duly authorized representative, may issue citations for infractions or misdemeanor violations of this code pursuant to Section 13871 of the Health and Safety Code of the State of California and Chapter 5c (commencing with Section 853.6) of Title 3 of Part 2 of the Penal Code of the State of California.

SECTION 113.4.3 “CALIFORNIA BAIL SCHEDULE" IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 113.4.3 – California Bail Schedule.

SECTION NATURE OF OFFENSE PC MA BAIL
PA

NCA TOTAL
112.4.3* NC W/ORDERS OR NOTICE X $1700 $2700
112.4.3* NC W/CONDEMNATION
TAG
X $1700 $2700
112.4.3* DESTRUCTION OF TAGS X $1700 $2700
112.4.3* CONTINUANCE OF
HAZARD
X $1700 $2700
ALL
OTHER

SECTIONS
X $170 $270

*- MISDEMEANOR
PC – ELIGIBLE FOR PROOF OF CORRECTION
PA – PENALTY ASSESSMENT
NCA – NIGHT COURT ASSESSMENT

NC - NONCOMPLIANCE

SECTION 114.4 “FAILURE TO COMPLY" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 114.4 Failure to comply. Any person who shall continue any work after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition shall be guilty of an infraction or a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than one hundred ($100) dollars or more than one thousand ($1000) dollars.

SECTION 202 “SUPERVISING STATION" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

SUPERVISING STATION. An approved UL listed, Type A, Full Service Central Station facility that receives signals and at which personnel are in attendance at all times to respond to these signals. The approved supervising station shall have the ability to relay the alarm to the (a) Sacramento Regional Fire/EMS Communications Center or (b) to the Sacramento International Airport Communication Center in an approved manner.

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SECTION 202 “FALSE ALARM" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

FALSE ALARM. The willful and knowing or negligent initiation or transmission of a signal, message or other notification of an event of fire when no such danger exists.

Section 503.6.1 “ELECTRIFIED SECURITY FENCES" IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 503.6.1 Electrified security fences. Electrified security fences, shall be approved by the fire code official prior to installation.

SECTION 507.1.1 "CONNECTION" IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 507.1.1 Connection. When required by the fire code official, buildings without a public water supply shall be connected to the public water supply once the public water supply becomes available.

Exception: Group U occupancies

SECTION 510.4.1.1 “MINIMUM SIGNAL STRENGTH INTO THE BUILDING” IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 510.4.1.1 Minimum signal strength into the building. The minimum inbound signal strength shall be sufficient to provide usable voice communications throughout the coverage area as specified by the fire code official. The inbound signal level shall be a minimum of - 95dBm throughout the coverage area and sufficient to provide not less than a Delivered Audio Quality (DAQ) of 3.4 or an equivalent Signal-to-Interference-Plus-Noise Ratio (SINR) applicable to the technology for either analog or digital signals.

SECTION 510.4.1.2 “MINIMUM SIGNAL STRENGTH OUT OF THE BUILDING” IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 510.4.1.2. Minimum signal strength out of the building. The minimum uplink signal strength shall be sufficient to provide usable voice communications throughout the coverage area as specified by the fire code official. The uplink signal level shall be sufficient to provide not less than a DAQ of 3.4 using either narrowband analog, digital or wideband LTE signals or an equivalent bit error rate (BER), or signal-to-interference-plus-noise ratio (SINR) applicable to the technology for either analog or digital signals.

SECTION 901.4.7 "PUMP AND RISER ROOM SIZE" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 901.4.7 Pump and riser room size. Approved fire pump rooms and/or automatic sprinkler system riser rooms shall be provided in all new buildings protected by an automatic sprinkler system. Fire pump rooms and automatic sprinkler system riser rooms shall be designed with adequate space for all equipment necessary for the installation, as defined by the manufacturer, with sufficient working space around the stationary equipment. Clearances around equipment to elements of permanent construction, including other installed equipment and appliances, shall be sufficient to allow inspection, service, repair or replacement without removing such elements of permanent construction or disabling the function of a required fire- resistance-rated assembly. Fire pump and automatic sprinkler system riser rooms shall be provided with doors and unobstructed passageways large enough to allow removal of the largest piece of equipment.

Exception: Group R-3 Occupancies.

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SECTION 901.4.7.4 LIGHTING IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

901.4.7.4 Lighting. Permanently installed artificial illumination and emergency illumination shall be provided in the automatic sprinkler system riser rooms, fire control rooms, and fire pump fire control rooms.

SECTION 903.2. "WHERE REQUIRED" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided in the locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.21.

Exception: Spaces or areas in telecommunications buildings used exclusively for telecommunications equipment, associated electrical power distribution equipment, batteries not required to have an automatic sprinkler system by Section 1207 for energy storage systems and standby engines, provided that those spaces or areas are equipped throughout with an automatic smoke detection system in accordance with Section 907.2 and are separated from the remainder of the building by not less than 1- hour fire barriers constructed in accordance with Section 707 of the California Building Code, or not less than 2-hour horizontal assemblies constructed in accordance with Section 711 of the California Building Code, or both.

Exception: Non-combustible, detached canopies open on four sides not exceeding the basic allowable area in CBC Table 506.2 used exclusively for the parking or storage of private or recreational vehicles and non-combustible storage (includes fuel islands).

SECTION 903.2.1.1 "GROUP A-1" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.2.1.1 Group A-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout stories containing Group A-1 occupancies and throughout all stories from the Group A-1 occupancy to and including the levels of exit discharge serving that occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:

1. The fire area exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2).

2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.

3. The fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such occupancies

4. The fire area contains a multi-theater complex

SECTION 903.2.1.2 “GROUP A-2" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.2.1.2 Group A-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout stories containing Group A-2 occupancies and throughout all stories from the Group A-2 occupancy to and including the levels of exit discharge serving that occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:

1. The fire area exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2);

2. The fire area has an occupant load of 100 or more.

3. The fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such occupancies.

4. The structure exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2), contains more than one fire area containing a Group A-2 occupancy, and is separated into two or more

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buildings by fire walls of less than 4-hour fire resistance rating without openings.

SECTION 903.2.1.3 “GROUP A-3" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.2.1.3 Group A-3. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout stories containing Group A-3 occupancies and throughout all stories from the Group A-3 occupancy to and including the levels of exit discharge serving that occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:

1. The fire area exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2).

2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.

3. The fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such occupancies.

4. The structure exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2), contains more than one fire area containing a Group A-3 occupancy, and is separated into two or more buildings by fire walls of less than 4-hour fire resistance rating without openings.

SECTION 903.2.1.4 “GROUP A-4" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 9.3.2.1.4 Group A-4. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout stories containing Group A-4 occupancies and throughout all stories from the Group A-4 occupancy to and including the levels of exit discharge serving that occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:

1. The fire area exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2).

2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.

3. The fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such occupancies.

SECTION 903.2.2 "GROUP B" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.2.2 Group B. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing Group B occupancies where the fire area exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2) and as required in Sections 903.2.2.1 and 903.2.2.2.

SECTION 903.2.3 “GROUP E" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.2.3 Group E. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group E occupancies as follows:

1. Throughout all Group E fire areas greater than 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2) in area.

2. The Group E fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such occupancies.

Exception: In buildings where every classroom has not fewer than one exterior exit door at ground level, an automatic sprinkler system is not required in any area below the lowest level of exit discharge serving that area.

3. The Group E fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.

4. In rooms or areas with special hazards such as laboratories, vocational shops and other such area where hazardous materials in quantities not exceeding the maximum allowable quantity are used or stored.

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5. Throughout any Group E structure greater than 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2), contains more than one fire area containing a Group E occupancy, and is separated into two or more buildings by fire walls of not less than 4-hour fire resistance rating without openings.

6. For public school state funded construction projects see Section 903.2.19.

7. For public school campuses, Kindergarten through 12th grade, see Section 903.2.20.

SECTION 903.2.4 “GROUP F-1" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.2.4 Group F-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing a Group F-1 occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:

1. A Group F-1 fire area exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2).

2. A Group F-1 fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane.

3. The combined area of all Group F-1 fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2).

SECTION 903.2.4.4 “GROUP F-2” IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.2.4.4 Group F-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing a Group F-2 occupancy where the fire area exceeds 3,599 square feet.

SECTION 903.2.7 “GROUP M" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.2.7 Group M. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings containing a Group M occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:

1. A Group M fire area exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2).

2. A Group M fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane.

3. The combined area of all Group M fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines, exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2).

4. [SFM] The structure exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2) contains more than one fire area containing a Group M occupancy, and is separated into two or more buildings by fire walls of less than 4-hour fire resistance rating without openings.

SECTION 903.2.7.2 “GROUP M” IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.2.7.2 Group M upholstered furniture or mattresses: An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout a Group M fire area where the area used for the display and sale of upholstered furniture or mattresses exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2).

SECTION 903.2.8.1.1 “GROUP R-3 MANUFACTURED HOUSING” IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

903.2.8.1.1 Group R-3 manufactured housing. Fire sprinkler systems shall be installed in new manufactured homes (HSC Sections 18007 and 18009) and multifamily manufactured homes with two dwelling units (HSC 18008.7) in accordance with Title 25 of the California Code of Regulations.

SECTION 903.2.9 "GROUP S-1" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

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Section 903.2.9 Group S-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing a Group S-1 occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:

1. A Group S-1 fire area exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2).

2. A Group S-1 fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane.

3. The combined area of all Group S-1 fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines, exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2).

4. A Group S-1 fire area used for the storage of commercial motor vehicles where the fire area exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m 2).

5. A Group S-1 fire area used for the storage of lithium-ion or lithium metal powered vehicles where the fire area exceeds 500 square feet (46.4 m2).

SECTION 903.2.9.1 “REPAIR GARAGES" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.2.9.1 Repair garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings used as repair garages in accordance with Section 406.8 of the California Building Code, as shown:

1. Buildings having two or more stories above grade plane, including basements, with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2).

2. Buildings no more than one story above grade plane, with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2).

3. Buildings with repair garages servicing vehicles parked in basements.

4. A Group S-1 fire area used for the repair of commercial motor vehicles where the fire area exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m 2).

5. A Group S-1 fire area used for the storage of lithium-ion or lithium metal powered vehicles where the fire area exceeds 500 square feet (46.4 m2).

SECTION 903.2.10 "GROUP S-2 PARKING GARAGES" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.2.10 Group S-2 parking garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings classified as parking garages where any of the following conditions exist:

1. Where the fire area of the enclosed parking garage, in accordance with section 406.6 of the California Building Code, exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2).

2. Where the enclosed parking garage, in accordance with Section 406.6 of the California Building Code, is located beneath other groups.

Exception: Enclosed parking garages located beneath Group R-3 occupancies.

3. Where the fire area of the open parking garage, in accordance with Section 406.5 of the California Building Code, exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2).

SECTION 903.2.10.1 "COMMERCIAL PARKING GARAGES" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.2.10.1 Commercial parking garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings used for storage of commercial motor vehicles where the fire area exceeds 3,599 square feet (334.36 m 2).

SECTION 903.2.10.3 “GROUP S-2” IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.2.10.3 Group S-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing a Group S-2 occupancy where the fire area exceeds 3,599 square feet.

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SECTION 903.2.18.1 "GROUP U PRIVATE GARAGES AND CARPORTS" IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.2.18.1 Group U private garages and carports. Carports and garages within 6- feet of a Group R occupancy equipped with automatic fire sprinklers, shall be protected by fire sprinklers in accordance with NFPA 13D or NFPA 13, as applicable.

SECTION 903.3.8.4 “SUPERVISION" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.3.8.4 Supervision. Control valves shall not be installed between the water supply and sprinklers unless the valves are of an approved indicating type that are supervised and secured in the open position.

SECTION 903.3.10 "FLOOR CONTROL VALVES" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.3.10 Floor control valves. Supervised and indicating floor control valves and waterflow detection assemblies shall be installed at each floor in multi-story buildings, at an approved location.

Exception: Group R-3 and R-3.1 occupancies floor control valves and waterflow detection assemblies shall not be required.

SECTION 903.6 “WHERE REQUIRED IN EXISTING BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES” IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.6 Where required in existing buildings and structures. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in existing buildings and structures where required in Chapter 11 and as follows:

1. In existing buildings and structures exceeding 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2), where the floor area of the building or structure is increased.

Exception:

1. The total new plus existing floor area does not exceed 12,000 square feet and Section 903.2 occupancy requirements are met.

2. When the building increase is to accommodate state mandated accessibility improvements and is less than 500 square feet (46.45 m2).

2. In existing buildings and structures less than 3,600 square feet (334.45 m2), where the floor area of the building or structure is increased to exceed 3,599 square feet (334.36 m2).

Exception:

1. Buildings constructed under the Uniform Building Code where the total new plus existing floor area does not exceed 12,000 square feet and Section 903.2 occupancy requirements are met.

2. When the building increase is to accommodate state mandated accessibility improvements and is less than 500 square feet (46.45 m2).

SECTION 903.6.1 "MONITORING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS" IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 903.6.1 Monitoring of Existing Buildings. When required by the fire code official, valves controlling the water supply for automatic sprinkler systems, pumps, tanks, water levels and temperatures, critical air pressures, and water flow switches on all existing sprinkler

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systems shall be monitored by an approved supervising station.

SECTION 1028.5.1 "EXIT DISCHARGE SURFACE" IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1028.5.1 Exit discharge surface. Exterior exit pathway surfaces shall be a paved and shall terminate at a public way as defined in the California Building Code.

SECTION 5003.9.1.2 “EMERGENCY RESPONSE SUPPORT INFORMATION” IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 5003.9.1.2 Emergency response support information. Ready access to floor plans, safety data sheets (SOS), Hazardous Materials Management Plans (HMMP), and Hazardous Material Inventory Statements (HMIS) shall be provided as determined by the fire code official.

SECTION 5601.1.6 “FIREWORKS DISPLAY” IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 5601.1.6 Fireworks display. In addition to the California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 10, NFPA 1123 shall govern the handling, operation, and use of fireworks and equipment intended for outdoor fireworks for public display.

Exception: Use of California Safe and Sane consumer fireworks.

Chapter 80 "REFERENCED STANDARDS" IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

NFPA 1123-26: Code for Fireworks Display

APPENDIX B, TABLE NO. B105.2, REQUIRED FIRE-FLOW FOR BUILDINGS OTHER THAN ONE-AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS, GROUP R-3 AND R-4 BUILDINGS AND TOWNHOUSES IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

TABLE NO. B105.2

REQUIRED FIRE-FLOW FOR BUILDINGS OTHER THAN ONE-AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS, GROUP R-3 AND R-4 BUILDINGS AND TOWNHOUSES

AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER
SYSTEM (Design Standard)

MINIMUM FIRE FLOW
(Gallons per Minute)

FLOW DURATION
(Hours)
No automatic sprinkler system Value in Table B105.1 (2) a Duration in Table B105.1 (2)
Section 903.3.1.1 of the
California Fire Code
50% of the Value in
Table B105.1 (2)a
Duration in
Table B105.1(2) at the
reduced flow rate
Section 903.3.1.2 of the
California Fire Code
50% of the Value in
Table B105.1 (2)b
Duration in
Table B105.1(2) at the
reduced flow rate
For SI: 1 gallon per minute= 3.785 L/m.
a. The reduced fire flow shall not be less than 1,500 gallons per minute. b. The reduced fire flow shall not be less than 1,500 gallons per minute.

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TABLE NO. C102.1 "REQUIRED NUMBER AND SPACING OF FIRE HYDRANTS" IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

TABLE NO. C102.1
REQUIRED NUMBER AND SPACING OF FIRE HYDRANTS h, i

FIRE FLOW

REQUIREMENT
(gpm)
MINIMUM NO.

OF HYDRANTS

AVERAGE

SPACING

BETWEEN
HYDRANTS a,b,c,f,
j
(Ft.)

MAXIMUM DISTANCE

FROM HYDRANT TO

ANY POINT

ON STREET OR

ROADWAY
FRONTAGE d,f,
(Ft.)
1750 or less 1 300 150
1751-2250 2 300 150
2251-2750 3 300 150
2751-3250 3 300 150
3251-4000 4 300 150
4001-5000 5 300 150
5001-5500 6 300 150
5501-6000 6 250 150
6001-7000 7 250 150
7001or more 8 or more 200 120
For SI: 1 foot= 304.8 mm, 1 gallon per minute= 3.785 Lim. a. Reduce by 100 feet for dead-end roads.
b. Where streets are provided with median dividers that cannot be crossed by firefighters pulling hose lines, or where arterial streets are provided with four or more traffic lanes or street width is more than 88 feet (26.82 m), hydrant spacing shall average 300 feet on each side of the street and be arranged on an alternating basis.
c. Where new water mains are extended along streets where hydrants are not needed for protection of structures or similar fire problems, fire hydrants shall be provided at spacing not to exceed 1,000 feet (304.8 m) to provide for transportation hazards. In addition, there shall be at least one hydrant at each intersection. d. Reduce by 50 feet for dead-end roads.
e. One Hydrant for each 1,000 gallons per minute or fraction thereof. f. The fire code official is authorized to modify the location, number and distribution of fire hydrants based on site-specific constraints and hazards. g. Reduction of fire flow does not apply to the number of fire hydrants required or fire flow duration.
h. Average spacing between fire hydrants may be extended to 500 feet (152.4 m) on streets serving one- and two-family dwellings.

SECTION C104.2 "SINGLE OUTLET FIRE HYDRANTS" IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section C104.2 Single outlet fire hydrants. Where required by the fire code official, existing

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single outlet 2 ½ inch fire hydrants shall be changed to an approved steamer fire hydrant, when the following conditions occur:

1. The modification of an existing structure resulting in an increased fire flow.

2. A change in occupancy type, use, or character of the building that results in an increased life safety or fire risk, as determined by the fire code official.

3. The construction of a new building.

EXCEPTION:

1. Where the single outlet fire hydrant meets required fire flow

2. Where existing infrastructure does not support the installation of an approved steamer fire hydrant, fire code official may permit an alternate means and methods of fire protection.

SECTION C106.1 "HYDRANT TYPE" IS ADDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section C106.1 Hydrant type. The fire code official shall approve the type of fire hydrants to be installed on private property prior to any such installation.

17.04.60 Repeal of Conflicting Ordinances.

All former fire prevention ordinances or parts thereof conflicting or inconsistent with the provision of this ordinance or of the code hereby adopted are hereby repealed.

Section 2. Severability

Section 3. Effective Date and Publication

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ITEM 11.1. ATTACHMENT 2 Ordinance No. XX-2025 Page 13 of 13

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cordova on the ________ day of ___________, 2025 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

____________________________
Siri Pulipati, Mayor

ATTEST:

Stacy Leitner, CMC
City Clerk

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ITEM 11.1. ATTACHMENT 3
Comparison and Summary of Significant Changes from the 2022 CFC Ordinance to the 2025 CFC Ordinance

Section

105.5.5

Carnivals and fairs

108.7 Cost Recovery Fees X
110.3.1 Electronic filing X
112.1 Board of Appeals X

113.4

Violation Penalties X

113.4.2 Citations X
113.4.3 California Bail Schedule X X
Removed bail
amounts as
recommended
by legal
114.4 Failure to comply X

202

Definitions X
Removing “All
Weather
Surface”
definition from
Ordinance to
define in Fire
Prevention
Standard (FPS)
503.1.2.1 Remoteness X
Removing from
Ordinance and
converting to
FPS
503.6.1 Electrified fences X

505.1

Address identification X
Removing from
Ordinance and
converting to
FPS

505.1.1

Illumination X
Removing from
Ordinance and
converting to
FPS

507.1.1

Connection x

507.5.1

Where required

X
Removing from
Ordinance and
converting to
2025 CFC
Standard Code
requirement

507.5.1.1

Hydrant for standpipe
systems
X
Removing from
Ordinance and
converting to
2025 CFC
standard code
requirement
510.4.1.1 Minimum signal strength
into buildings X

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ITEM 11.1. ATTACHMENT 3
510.4.1.2 Minimum signal strength
out of the building X

Section

901.4.7

Pump and riser room size

901.4.7.2

Marking on access doors

Removing from
Ordinance and
converting to
FPS

901.4.7.4

Lighting X

903.2

Where required

X
Removing
previous
ordinance
requirement that
did not allow fire
walls to create
separate
buildings.

903.2.1.1

Group A-1

903.2.1.2

Group A-2

903.2.1.3

Group A-3 X

903.2.1.4

Group A-4

903.2.2.

Group B X

903.2.3

Group E X

903.2.4

Group F-1 X
903.2.4.4 Group F-2 X

903.2.7

Group M X
903.2.7.2 Group M Upholstered
Furniture or Mattress X

903.2.8.1.1

Group R-3 manufactured
housing
X

903.2.9

Group S-1

903.2.9.1

Repair garages X

903.2.10 Group S-2 parking garages X

903.2.10.1

Commercial parking
garages

X
903.2.10.3 Group S-2 X

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ITEM 11.1. ATTACHMENT 3

903.2.18.1
Group U private garages
and carports accessory to
Group R-3 occupancies
X

Section

Title
Previously
Amended 2022
CFC Carrying
forward to 2025
CFC- No
Changes
New Proposal
to 2025
Ordinance
Previous
2022 CFC Amendment
Being Removed and
Converted to 2025 CFC
Standard Code
Requirements or FPS
Explanation
903.3.1.52 NFPA 13R Sprinkler
Systems X
Removing
previous deletion
to allow for
installation of
NFPA 13R fire
sprinkler
systems

903.3.8.4

Supervision X

903.3.10

Floor control valves

903.4.3

Alarms

X
Removing from
Ordinance and
converting to
FPS

903.6

Where required X
Exceptions
added to allow
for greater
flexibility in
increasing
building square
feet without
triggering fire
sprinkler
installation by
giving benefit of
the increased fire
protection of
buildings
constructed
under the
Uniform Fire
Code

903.6.1

Monitoring X

1028.5.1 Exit discharge surface X
1201.1 Energy Storage Systems X
Removed from
Ordinance. Now
provided in
standard code
requirements.
3307.2 When required X
Removed
Ordinance
restrictions
requiring
permanent water
supplies during
construction to
accept
temporary
conditions.
3307.2.1-
3307.4
Water supply for fire
protection X Removed CFC
deletions to

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ITEM 11.1. ATTACHMENT 3
permit all CFC
Chapter 33 water
supply
allowances
during
construction

Section

5003.9.1.2
Emergency response
support information X

5601.1.6 Fireworks display X

Chapter 80

Reference standards X

Appendix
B
B105.1(1)
Required Fire Flow for
One and two- family
dwellings, Group R-3 and
R-4 buildings and
townhouses
X
Removing from
Ordinance and
converting to
2025 CFC
standard code
requirements
Appendix B
Section
B105.2
Buildings other than
one- and two-family
dwellings, Group R-3
and R-4 and
Townhomes
X
Removing from
Ordinance and
converting to
2025 CFC
standard code
requirements

Appendix B
Table
B105.2
Required fire flow for
buildings other than
one and two-family
dwellings, Group R-3
and R-4
buildings and townhouses

X-1 X-2
X1- Ordinance
has always
amended table
to max 50%
reduction and
min. fire flow to
1,500 gpm.

X2- Removed
CFC table
deletion
regarding fire
flow when
utilizing
NFPA13R
Systems. (Allows
for acceptance of
decreased fire of
50% flow.)

Appendix C,
Table
C102.1
Required number and
spacing of fire hydrants X
Appendix
C104.2 Single outlet fire hydrants X-1 X-2 X-3 X1-Ordinance has always

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added this
section to
address wharf
fire hydrant
upgrade triggers.

X2-Two
exceptions were
added to allow
for existing wharf
fire hydrants to
remain without
upgrading or
requiring an
alternate means
of protection by
homeowner.

X3- The first two
upgrade triggers,
in previous
Ordinances,
were removed as
they are not
appropriate
without
construction,
such as a lot
split.

C104.3 Right of way X
Removed from
Ordinance.

Requirement
automatically
addressed
during civil
improvements
C106.1 Hydrant type X

• Fire Prevention Standards (FPS)- Where the California Fire Code states “as required by the Fire Code Official”, Metro Fire has created a series of subject-specific documents, Fire Prevention Standards, to clarify Metro Fire’s requirements. Because the content in FPS’s is not more restrictive than Code, the requirements are not required to be adopted through ordinance, but can be edited freely to meet the changing needs of the community. The majority of the referenced Ordinance-to-FPS sections above, were redundant to existing FPS requirements. All FPS’ are available on Metro Fire’s website.

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MEMORANDUM

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ITEM 12.1.

DATE: November 17, 2025

TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM:

Megan Siren, Assistant to the City Manager
Stacy Delaney, Senior Management Analyst
Ian Winbrock, Management Analyst II

SUBJECT: RANCHO CORDOVA YOUTH CENTER UPDATE

RECOMMENDATION

Receive the presentation.

RESULT OF RECOMMENDED ACTION

The Council is provided an update on operations at the Rancho Cordova Youth Center.

BACKGROUND

The Rancho Cordova Youth Center (RCYC) is a cornerstone of the city’s ongoing commitment to supporting its youth. Established through a partnership between the City of Rancho Cordova and Center of Praise Ministries, Inc., the RCYC was created to provide a safe, supervised space where youth can engage in academic, social, and recreational activities. The facility, located at 10455 Investment Circle, was leased from Center of Praise Ministries, Inc., with a long-term vision of serving local youth for decades to come. RCYC officially began operations in February 2023 with partners from the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Sacramento (BGCS) and the Rancho Cordova Police Activities League (PAL). In 2025, the city purchased the property and building.

The RCYC has been instrumental in addressing the needs of Rancho Cordova’s diverse youth population, offering an array of programs designed to foster leadership, personal growth, and academic support. RCYC, with the partnership between the City, BGCS and PAL offer a broad spectrum of services, including after-school programs, tutoring, sports leagues, and leadership training. The operations of the RCYC are facilitated through joint use agreements between the City, the BGCS, and PAL. These agreements, including the Master Joint Use Agreement and the individual program-specific agreements, ensure that the RCYC continues to provide vital services that focus on academic support, leadership training, and recreational activities in a safe, supervised environment. The RCYC is integral to the City's efforts to foster community cohesion, build strong relationships between law enforcement and youth, and provide a safe space for positive youth development.

Since its opening, the RCYC has become a central hub for youth in Rancho Cordova, particularly those from underserved communities. In the past year (August 2024 – July 2025),

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the center has served 351 unique young people, providing 10,367 instances of program attendance (these are duplicative, a single youth could have attended multiple times and contributed to this number). The programming has been varied, with specialty enrichment, including STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) programs, performing arts, and leadership development workshops. The demographic diversity of the youth served highlights the center’s commitment to inclusivity, with the following school year racial and ethnic demographics: 25.8% self-identifying as African American, 23.9% as Hispanic/Latinx, and

12.4% of attendees identifying as Asian, with additional representation from multi-racial, Caucasian, and other groups.

Roughly one in six RCYC families are single-parent households, though a third of participants did not report family structure. These findings underscore the value of RCYC’s comprehensive support services, particularly after-school supervision, free meals, and transportation for working parents. Approximately one in five (20%) to one in four (25%) RCYC households live at or near the poverty line, closely matching Rancho Cordova’s citywide poverty rate (≈ 20.6 %). In order to calculate this, household income brackets were compared against the 2025 HHS Poverty Guidelines for the contiguous United States. Because income was reported in $10,000 ranges, households whose brackets straddled the poverty line were classified as “indeterminate.” These represent families whose true income could fall slightly above or below the FPL. This confirms that the Youth Center continues to serve a high-need population, many of whom are eligible for free/reduced-price lunch and related services. This underscores the Youth Center’s important role in supporting families facing economic hardship through food access, enrichment programs, and providing comprehensive youth services.

FISCAL IMPACT AND FUNDING SOURCE

The RCYC’s operations for Fiscal Year 2025-2027 are funded through the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund/Measure H. Future funding for its programs will be included in the budgeting process.

ATTACHMENT(S)

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1 Rancho Cordova Youth Center
Year Three Update
CityOfRanchoCordova.org
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2 Sharing Our Story
Who we
serve
Our
partners
and
impact
Where
we’re
headed
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3 Who We Serve
Demographics and Trends
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4 Times youth attended RCYC: 10,367
Youth served during regular hours: 351
Households served during regular hours: 295
Days open: 190
By the Numbers: Aug 2024 – Jul 2025
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5 Growth: 20% attendance increase
Strong focus: Underserved youth
Demographics: Robust teen & pre-teen
population
Seasonal fluctuations: School year vs. summer
Demographics and Trends
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6 Who We Serve: Schools
Top Schools:

1. Riverview STEM Academy (14.6%)

2. Rancho Cordova Elementary (7.9%)

3. Mills Middle School (5.8%)

4. Navigator Elementary (5.5%)

5. Williamson Elementary (5.0%)

6. Sunrise Elementary (5.0%)

7. W. E. Mitchell Middle School (4.7%)

8. Cordova High School (4.4%)

9. Cordova Villa Elementary (3.8%)

10.White Rock Elementary (3.2%)
Top Districts:

1. Folsom Cordova Unified (70.34)

2. Unknown / Not Specified (18.3%)

3. Elk Grove Unified (6.9%)
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7 Our Partners & Impact
RCYC: BGC & Rancho Cordova PAL
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8 Enrichment Providers - School year & summer
School year providers: Various
Summer providers: Echelon Catapult
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9 Where We’re Headed
Year Four & Five
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10 FCUSD transportation program:

At 35% capacity and growing
Improved communications:

Campaigns for target demographics
Programming guide:

First catalog of RCYC programs
Looking Ahead: Addressing Challenges
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11 Rancho Cordova Youth Center
Thank you! Questions?
CityOfRanchoCordova.org
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MEMORANDUM

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ITEM 12.2.

DATE: November 17, 2025

TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: Laura Fickle, Economic Development Manager

SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE MODIFICATIONS AND CONTINUATION

OF EXISTING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVES, AND

INTRODUCTION OF A NEW RETAIL INCENTIVE PROGRAM

RECOMMENDATION

Adopt Resolution approving Economic Development Incentive Program updates and adoption of new Retail Incentive Program.

RESULT OF RECOMMENDED ACTION

Existing Incentive Programs would be updated, and the new Retail Incentive Program would be established.

BACKGROUND

The City of Rancho Cordova currently administers three incentive programs: the Commercial Sign and Façade Improvement Program, the Jobs and Talent Attraction Program, and the Business Incentive Program, established in 2017, 2016, and 2019, respectively. As market conditions, industry trends, and business needs continue to evolve, staff recommend modernizing these programs to improve clarity, streamline processes, and better support startup and growth-stage businesses. In addition, staff proposes creating a new Retail Incentive Program to strengthen the city’s competitiveness for high-quality retail and experiential projects, aligning all programs with the goals of the Economic Development Strategic Plan and Council’s broader vision for a vibrant, prosperous Rancho Cordova.

Commercial Sign and Façade Improvement Program
Launched in 2017 via Resolution No. 111-2017 and later updated in 2018 under Resolution No. 151-2018, the Commercial Sign and Façade Program was created to help small businesses and property owners improve aging or noncompliant commercial signage and building façades.

Many commercial properties predate city incorporation and have not modernized. This program provides grants to assist businesses that lack the resources to make desired upgrades.

Property owners can utilize the funding to improve the exterior of the building and property and resolve code issues. Funding updates include increasing the mini-grant amount from $5,000 to $10,000, and the maximum matching grant amount from $16,500 to $25,000.

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Jobs and Talent Attraction Program (JTAP)

Council originally adopted the Jobs and Talent Attraction Program in 2019 under Resolution No. 95-2019, as part of the Economic Development Action Plan, and later modified it in 2024 under Resolution No. 90-2024, to align with current economic needs. The program focused on attracting a broad array of new and expanding businesses that bring at least 20 net new jobs, with incentives tied to high-wage positions (at least $100,000 in W2 wages) in targeted industries like semiconductor, computer and aerospace manufacturing, as well as research and development, biotechnology, nanotechnology, and engineering. JTAP guidelines have been updated to reduce the minimum number of net new jobs created from 20 to 5, in response to the growing need to support and attract relevant industry companies earlier in their journey so they can get established and grow in the city. The program strengthens Rancho Cordova’s competitiveness for companies seeking affordable office space and access to regional talent, while generating multiplier effects that support additional jobs and local spending.

Business Incentive Program

Established in 2016 under Resolution No. 7-2016, the Business Incentive Program was designed as a flexible, case-by-case tool to attract and retain businesses, fill vacant space, generate new jobs, and enhance the city’s competitiveness. It was later updated in 2018 under Resolution No. 152-2018, to include businesses in target industries such as advanced manufacturing, technology, financial services, healthcare, and life sciences. Incentives previously included business fee assistance and economic development grants to support rental assistance, equipment, and marketing. The program has played a key role in shaping Rancho Cordova’s business environment by supporting firms that contribute jobs, tax revenue, and unique or underrepresented services. Notable program updates include aligning target industry sectors with city economic development priorities, clarifying and defining support for startup companies, modifications to the use of funds, as well as, removing all retail-related industries to create the new Retail Incentive Program.

Proposed New Program: Retail Incentive Program
Under the previous version of Business Incentive Program guidelines, retail uses were an eligible use. However, staff recommends establishing a standalone Retail Incentive Program for awards up to $25,000, to address specific market needs, improve marketability, and align with City Council priorities.

Recent market data from Environmental Systems Research Institute Business Analyst (ESRI) underscores a growing retail demand base within Rancho Cordova that remains underserved relative to consumer spending power. Between 2025 and 2030, total household spending on food away from home – including restaurants and dining – is projected to grow by over $18 million, while entertainment and recreation spending is forecast to rise by more than $17 million.

Similarly, spending on apparel, fitness, and family-oriented recreation categories are expected to see significant growth through 2030, reflecting increased disposable income and shifting consumer preferences toward experiential and lifestyle-oriented retail uses.

At the same time, ESRI data shows that Rancho Cordova households exhibit strong participation in dining and entertainment activities:
• 56% of adults dined out in the past 12 months
• Over 73% of adults who dined out visited family restaurants or steakhouses in the past 6 months

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• 56% went to the movies in the past 6 months
Yet, much of this spending leaks to surrounding jurisdictions, particularly for full-service restaurants, specialty retail, and family entertainment options. The data also reveal demographic momentum that supports sustained retail growth. By 2030, Rancho Cordova’s median household income is projected to exceed $106,000, and the population to approach 89,000, with particularly strong representation in consumer segments, which are generally affluent, educated, and experience-driven households seeking local amenities. (ESRI, 2025) Creating a distinct Retail Incentive Program will allow the city to:
• Proactively recruit new restaurants, family entertainment, and experiential retail that meet projected consumer demand and fill current market gaps. • Support small business expansions and renovations within the city’s key corridors to capture additional local spending.
• Strengthen Rancho Cordova’s position as a regional destination for dining and recreation, complementing the city’s employment-based incentives under the Jobs and Talent Attraction and Business Incentive Programs.

The new Retail Program will be structured to mirror the Business Incentive Program’s process and review, but will focus specifically on targeted North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) sectors that include restaurants, breweries, wineries and distilleries, fitness and recreation centers, family entertainment, apparel, and child care facilities. Awards will be available up to $25,000 based on economic benefit, need, and availability of funding. These uses have both direct fiscal benefit – through increased sales tax – and indirect community value by enhancing Rancho Cordova’s identity as a vibrant, attractive city.

Together, the above Program updates position Rancho Cordova to respond proactively to current market realities, attract quality investment, and strengthen the city’s reputation as a business-friendly community. By refining existing tools and introducing a targeted Retail Incentive Program, the city will enhance its ability to support both established and emerging businesses, fill vacant spaces, and generate new employment and tax revenue. These efforts ensure that Rancho Cordova remains competitive, adaptable, and aligned with the city’s strategic vision for long-term economic vitality.

FISCAL IMPACT AND FUNDING SOURCE

As with the existing programs, all incentives will be funded from the Economic Development portion of Measure R, as previously approved by Council. No additional impact to the General Fund is anticipated.

ATTACHMENT(S)

1. Resolution

2. CorC Commercial Facade Improvement Program Guidelines 11172025

3. CorC Commercial Facade Improvement Program Guidelines 11172025 REDLINE

4. Jobs and Talent Attraction Program 11172025

5. Jobs and Talent Attraction Program 11172025 REDLINE

6. Business Incentive Program NAICS Code Definitions

7. Business Incentive Program Guidelines 11172025

8. Business Incentive Program Guidelines 11172025 REDLINE

9. RETAIL Incentive program 11172025

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ITEM 12.2. ATTACHMENT 1 Resolution No. XX-2025 Page 1 of 2

CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA

RESOLUTION NO. XX-2025

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA,

STATE OF CALIFORNIA, TO APPROVE THE MODIFICATION AND CONTINUATION OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVE PROGRAMS: COMMERCIAL SIGN AND FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, JOBS AND TALENT ATTRACTION PROGRAM, THE

BUSINESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM, AND ESTABLISHMENT OF THE RETAIL INCENTIVE

PROGRAM

WHEREAS, the City Council established the Commercial Sign and Façade Improvement Program in 2017 via Resolution No. 111-2017 and later updated in 2018 under Resolution No. 151-2018 to assist businesses in modernizing commercial signage and façades, improving the image of commercial corridors, and supporting small businesses; and

WHEREAS, the program has contributed to corridor beautification and enhancing the city’s overall business environment; and

WHEREAS, Council desires to continue this program to further these goals by increasing eligible grant amounts; and

WHEREAS, the City Council adopted the Jobs and Talent Attraction Program in 2019 under Resolution No. 95-2019, as part of the Economic Development Action Plan to attract high wage jobs in targeted industries; and

WHEREAS, the City Council adopted the updated guidelines in 2024 under Resolution No. 90-2024 to increase the attractiveness of the program by increasing the award amount per job and modifying the targeted eligible industries to strategically align with growing industry sectors that have both high growth potential and high wage jobs; and

WHEREAS, Council desires to continue and update the program to reflect current economic conditions, office market realities, and reduce barriers to qualifying for the program; and

WHEREAS, the City Council approved the Rancho Cordova Business Incentive Program in 2016 under Resolution No. 7-2016 to attract and retain businesses, fill vacant space, and generate high-quality employment opportunities; and

WHEREAS, Council desires to continue the Business Incentive Program, with refinements to maintain alignment with the city’s strategic priorities and separate retail industries from the original Program framework; and

WHEREAS, retail businesses, particularly restaurants, entertainment venues, and other consumer-facing establishments, play a unique role in generating sales tax, enhancing quality of life, and diversifying Rancho Cordova’s economy; and

WHEREAS, establishing a standalone Retail Incentive Program focused exclusively on retail and entertainment sectors assists with clarity, marketability, and alignment with Council priorities.

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ITEM 12.2. ATTACHMENT 1 Resolution No. XX-2025 Page 2 of 2

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Rancho Cordova hereby approves the modification and continuation of the Commercial Sign and Façade Improvement Program, the Jobs and Talent Attraction Program, the Business Incentive Program, and the establishment of the Retail Incentive Program. An updated copy of the aforementioned Economic Incentive Program guidelines will be on file in the office of the City Clerk.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cordova on the 17th day of November 2025 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

ATTEST:

Siri Pulipati, Mayor

Stacy Leitner, CMC
City Clerk

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City of Rancho Cordova
Commercial Sign & Façade Improvement Grant
Program Guidelines
I. PURPOSE
The Commercial Sign & Façade Improvement Grant Program (“Program”) is an endeavor of the City of Rancho Cordova to leverage public funds and private investment to enhance the physical appearance and economic vitality of commercial businesses in the City of Rancho Cordova. The Program offers two façade improvement grants.

The long‐term objective is to improve the physical appearance of our commercial properties, encourage the retention of existing businesses, and increase property values and tenant stability.

II. PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Commercial Façade Improvement Mini‐Grant
This grant provides for reimbursement of up to Ten Thousand dollars ($10,000) for commercial sign and building façade improvements with no match requirement.

Commercial Façade Improvement Matching Grant
This grant provides reimbursement for eligible sign and façade improvement projects at a rate of up to two- thirds (2/3) of the total project cost, not to exceed $25,000, whichever is less. Participants are responsible for contributing the remaining one-third (1/3) of the total project cost, as well as any expenses that exceed the program’s maximum funding limit.

Grant proceeds are to be used for labor and material directly related to the façade construction which may include new work, additions, alterations, reconstruction or repairs. Initial: ____ All estimates and payments for construction and installation of façade improvements shall include prevailing wages and comply with CA Department of Industrial Relations public works projects requirements (www.dir.ca.gov/public-works/prevailing-wage.html). Initial: ____ With participation in the program, it is required that construction shall be completed within 120 days after the City issued Notice to Proceed. If the project extends beyond the scheduled completion date, prior staff approval is required. Initial: ____
III. ELIGIBILITY
Eligible Applicants
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Owners or long-term tenants* of commercial, industrial, office, and retail zoned property which must meet the following requirements for eligibility:
• Property is at least five years old.
• Located within Rancho Cordova City limits.

Project improvements that were started prior to submitting a request for funding (including deposits for work to be completed) and have been stopped due to a shortage of funds will be evaluated based on financial need.

Initial: ____
*Tenants must have the property owner’s written consent before any improvements are made. In addition, the grant application must be signed by the property owner. Initial: ____ Ineligible Applicants
• Hotels and Single-Room-Occupancy properties.
• Single or multi-unit residential zoned property.
• Property used for public purposes (e.g., parks and community recreation facilities) • Commercially industrial, office and retail zoned where 51% or more of the property is occupied by a public agency, special district organization or nonprofit corporation. • Properties that do not meet applicable zoning requirements. All applicants must demonstrate compliance with current zoning standards and land use regulations.

Ineligible Use of Funds
Tools may not be purchased with grant funds, but tool rental is allowable.

Eligible Types of Improvements
Eligible improvements include, but are not limited to:
• Removal of old or non-conforming signs, awnings and other exterior clutter • Exterior cleaning and painting
• Repair or replacement of exterior siding (including the construction of new façade elements and architectural details)
• Replacement of entry doors
• Installation of display windows
• Installation of new canvas awnings over windows and entries • Installation of new signs
• Installation of new exterior lighting
• Installation of permanent landscaping including any necessary irrigation or improvements needed to properly maintain the landscaping.

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• Exterior mandatory Title 24 upgrades
• Trash enclosures
• Parking lot resurfacing or restriping
Additional improvements that are deemed to be consistent with the intent of the program will be reviewed and approved/disapproved on a case‐by‐case basis. All additional improvements must be in compliance with all applicable municipal code and building and safety code requirements.

Initial: ____

Project improvements defined in the application must not be started until the applicant receives a Notice to Proceed from the city. If any project improvements included in the application are commenced prior to the city’s issuance of a Notice to Proceed the costs associated with these improvements will not be eligible for reimbursement. Initial: ____

IV. GENERAL APPLICATION AND APPROVAL PROCESS
Applications will be reviewed on a case‐by‐case basis. Note: All proposed façade projects/remodels must be approved by the Planning and Building and Safety Departments prior to being accepted into this program.

Any business seeking a Commercial Sign & Façade Improvement Grant and meeting the above criteria should contact the City’s Economic Development Department to obtain a Phase I: Application packet. Upon receipt of the Phase I: Application, a representative will review the request and verify that the general qualifying criteria have been met. If the project qualifies, the applicant will be provided with a Phase II: Application, Checklist and supporting forms to complete the application with an independent consultant. The independent consultant retained by the city will conduct a financial credit review to evaluate the soundness of the project, determine if funds are available, determine compliance with program criteria and make a funding recommendation which will be reviewed by City staff and accepted/rejected. Initial: ____

If the project is approved, final agreements with City will be prepared as appropriate to each level of grant funding (i.e., Mini-Grant or Matching Grant) as defined below.

V. FUNDING
Program funding is appropriated by the City annually, and will be available on a first come, first served basis – if funds are exhausted at the time of application submittal, staff will retain the application. If additional funds become available, staff will contact applicants in the order applications were received.

Grant Amounts
Eligible property owners or tenants who propose façade improvements can apply for one of two grants.

1. Commercial Façade Improvement Mini‐Grant: This grant provides reimbursement for commercial building façade improvements to approved applicants in the amount of up to Ten Thousand dollars ($10,000).

2. Commercial Façade Improvement Matching Grant: The City of Rancho Cordova will provide reimbursement for eligible sign and façade improvement projects at a rate of up to two-thirds (2/3) ITEM 12.2.

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of the total project cost, not to exceed $25,000, whichever is less.

Participants are responsible for contributing the remaining one-third (1/3) of the total project cost, as well as any expenses that exceed the program’s maximum funding limit.

Disbursement of grant proceeds to approved applicants will be in a reimbursement payment issued after city deems the project complete. All reimbursement requests must include proof of payment and other supporting documentation sufficient to demonstrate to the city’s satisfaction that all façade improvement costs have been paid and the project is complete. Payments of costs and completion of the project is subject to approval of invoices and proofs of payment by city staff. Proof of payment will consist of:

• Cleared check with bank routing and account numbers on the front of the check and any endorsements on the back of the check obliterated.
• Credit card or Bank statements with the cardholder/accountholder address, account number, summary of account information (payment due, balance, etc.) and all other details not relevant to the project for which reimbursement is requested obliterated.

The City of Rancho Cordova reserves the right to cancel or modify this Program at any time prior to grant approval, without notice. Continuation of the Program is subject to sufficient funding as appropriated by the Rancho Cordova City Council.

VI. IMPLEMENTATION WORK
Permits
Before commencement of construction, Applicant shall secure any and all permits and schedule all required inspections which may be required by the City of Rancho Cordova or any other governmental agency affected by such construction.

Prevailing Wage
The Awarding Body (i.e., property owner or business owner) and all contractors awarded a work contract paid with funds provided under this program must comply with current prevailing wage requirements for a publicly supported project (i.e., public works project) in California (www.dir.ca.gov/public-works/prevailing- wage.html).

Design
The Applicant will be responsible for facilitating architectural design and engineering assistance as may be required.

Building and Zoning
All improvements shall conform to the City of Rancho Cordova Building Codes, Zoning Ordinance, and applicable Design Guidelines. Our Planning and Building Department teams will liaison with the Applicant to provide information on any possible permit requirements and/or fees associated with changes and improvements.

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Following is a list of possible permit requirements or fees that may be applicable to your project, however, other permits may be also be required based on the nature of a specific project:

Zoning Certification
• New landscaping, paint color, or site layout changes
Administrative Use Permit
• Installation of new single monument sign
Unified Sign Program Application Fee
• Needed for new Unified Sign Programs for Multi-tenant or Mixed-Use Developments Minor Design Review
• Façade renovations involving less than 200 linear feet of façade frontage of an existing building Major Design Review
• Façade renovations involving 200 or more linear feet of façade frontage of an existing building

City staff will be available to work with approved applicants to assist in the coordination of the project. City staff will carry out periodic inspections.

VII. AGREEMENTS
Applicants will be required to sign the following agreements to participate in the program.

1. City of Rancho Cordova Commercial Façade Improvement Program Agreement – Applicants must execute this agreement at the beginning of the Application process. The purpose of this agreement is to ensure that Applicants understands program requirements. A copy of this agreement is provided in Attachment A.

2. Commercial Façade Easement Agreement – Applicants with awards greater than $10,000 will be required to execute this easement agreement once the work is completed and prior to receiving reimbursement for project expenses from the city. The purpose of this agreement is to ensure that the improvements remain in good condition for a minimum period of 5-years following the completion of the project. A copy of a sample Notice to Proceed letter is provided in Attachment B, and the easement agreement is provided in Attachment C.

VIII. FAQs

Q: What do you mean when you say that all work involving labor must include “prevailing wage”? A: When a project is fully or partially funded with public funds such as those provided through this program, your contractors and subcontractors are required to pay their employees prevailing wages. If your contractors or subcontractors are unfamiliar with California Prevailing Wage Laws they can find additional information at https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/FAQ_PrevailingWage.html.

Q: What is an Awarding Body?
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A: An Awarding Body is a private entity using public funds to complete a project either using internal resources or through an outside contractor (https://www.dir.ca.gov/public-works/awarding-bodies.html ).

Q: Can I apply for grant funds for work that has already been initiated or completed? A: NO, program funds will not be provided to pay for work that has already been initiated or completed as noted in the Program Eligibility section above.

I, _________________________________, have read and received a copy of these guidelines.

Signature: _________________________________
Business Name: _________________________________
Date: _________________________________
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ATTACHMENT A
City of Rancho Cordova
Commercial Sign & Façade Improvement Program

AGREEMENT

THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into this _____day of __________, 20___, by and between the City of Rancho Cordova, hereinafter referred to as “City” and ___________________________________, hereinafter referred to as “Applicant.”
The Applicant and the City certify and agree to the terms and conditions as set forth below:

1. The Applicant is the owner of or tenant in good standing of a certain property located at [physical address___________________________________] in the City of Rancho Cordova, California, hereinafter referred to as “Property,” lying within an area where the City is conducting a Commercial Façade Improvement Program as described in the Program Guidelines, a copy of which has been provided to the Applicant. A tenant must have the property owner’s permission as authorized by a notarized legal written consent of Property Owner to complete the project.

2. The Property is used for commercial, retail, office, and/or mixed -use purposes and Applicant’s proposed improvements to the Property listed in the Commercial Façade Improvement Program Application are eligible improvements as described in the Program Guidelines. Initial: ____

3. All improvements to be undertaken shall conform to the City of Rancho Cordova Building Codes, Zoning Ordinance, and applicable Design Guidelines . Applicant shall secure any and all permits and schedule all required inspections which may be required by the City or any other governmental agency affected by such construction. Initial: ____

4. Only the work that is agreed to by the City and the Applicant, which will be outlined in a formal written Notice to Proceed to be provided to the Applicant by the City upon application approval, will be eligible for reimbursement.
a. As the work to be performed will be partially or totally paid with public funds, all estimates for construction and installation of façade improvements submitted for application approval shall include written notice on the estimate that all labor associate d with the work to be completed includes “prevailing wages”. Initial: ____ b. Any changes to the project that are not approved by the City in writing will not be eligible for reimbursement. Initial: ____
c. Any work that is begun by the applicant prior to receiving a written notice to proceed from the City will NOT be eligible for reimbursement. Initial: ____ ITEM 12.2.

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5. The City will reimburse to the Applicant for up to Ten Thousand dollars ($10,000) for a Mini-Grant or up to Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000) of eligible façade improvements costs in accordance with the criteria described in the Program Guidelines for a Matching Grant. a. Reimbursement claims for all eligible expenses for completed improvements must be accompanied by the following support documents: applicable planning and building permits, canceled checks and paid invoices/receipts for eligible work. Initial: ____ b. Reimbursement claims for all eligible expenses for completed improvements involving labor must be accompanied by certified payroll documents. Initial: ____

6. If the Property is sold within five (5) years and the grant amount exceeds $ 10,000, the Applicant will reimburse the city 20% of the grant amount for each year less than five before the property is sold.

Initial: ____

7. Prior to completion of the eligible improvements, the Applicant will maintain the portion of the site undergoing construction in a neat and orderly condition in the areas of signage, façade and landscaping. Initial: ____

8. Upon completion of the work, the property owner understands and agrees that the city shall record a Commercial Façade Easement Agreement on the property at no expense to applicant or property owner for awards over $10,000. The maintenance easement shall remain in effect for five (5) years from the date of recording. A sample of the easement is provided with the Program Guidelines in EXHIBIT C .

The form of the Commercial Façade Easement is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference. Initial: ____

9. During the construction period and for sixty (60) days after the work has been completed, the City may display a sign (provided by the City) indicating participation in the Commercial Façade Improvement Program. The sign shall be displayed either on the exterior or in the front window of the building for a period of nor more than ninety (90) days. Initial: ____

10. Applicant agrees to allow the City of Rancho Cordova or its agents access to buildings and improvements, when convenient for all parties, for inspection of the Commercial Façade Improvement Program work. Initial: ____

11. In accordance with the terms of this Agreement, the Applicant shall hire all personnel and pay for all labor, materials, tools, transportation, services, city business license, licenses and permits necessary to perform or cause to have performed, all work as specified in the Application. Applicant is aware of Labor Code Section 3700, which requires workers compensation insurance or self -insurance for employe es.

Initial: ____

12. In accordance with the terms of this Agreement, the Applicant shall hire all personnel and pay for all labor at “prevailing wage” rates in accordance with the requirements associated with the use of public funds from this grant. The Applicant is solely responsible for ensuring that all labor necessary to perform or cause to have performed, all work as specified in the Application is paid at “prevailing wage” rates.

Initial: ____
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13. Upon the signing of this Agreement, the Applicant shall have a period of one-hundred and twenty (120) days in which to complete the approved improvements after the City issues a Notice to Proceed.

Extensions, if warranted, may be granted at the discretion of the City. No change to work without the written consent of both the City and Applicant will be permitted. Initial: ____

14. The Applicant shall give all required notices and comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and codes and shall, at their expense, secure and pay all said fees and charges for the performance of the work. Initial: ____

15. Applicant understands and agrees that the City of Rancho Cordova, its officers, agents, and employees shall have no responsibility or liability of any failure or inadequacy of performance or defective workmanship or materials in regard to the agreed-upon improvements. Applicant shall indemnify, release, defend and hold City, City, their officers, employees and agents harmless from all claims, losses, liabilities, damages, suits, actions or proceedings by any person including Applicant, its employees and agency from personal injury, death or property damage from any cause whatsoever in whole or in part arising out of this Agreement or the activities completed hereunder by this indemnification shall not include the sole negligence or willful misconduct of City, its officers, employees or agents.

16. This Agreement incorporates the following documents as fully a part of this Agreement as if herein repeated: a) Commercial Façade Improvement Program Application; and b) Commercial Façade Improvements Program Guidelines.

Executed this _____day of __________, 20___

City of Rancho Cordova

Applicant (If Lessee)

Property Owner(s)

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ATTACHMENT B
City of Rancho Cordova
Commercial Sign & Façade Improvement Program

SAMPLE NOTICE TO PROCEED

DATE

Contact Name
Company Name
Address
Address

Dear XXXX,
Thank you for applying for the city’s Commercial Façade Improvement Mini Grant Program to improve the property located at [ADDRESS]. After reviewing the information provided we are writing to inform you that your request for up to $10,000 in grant funds has been approved. The total grant amount will be based on the submission and proof of payment of invoices for the improvements outlined in the agreements. Any reimbursement by the City for costs incurred for the work associated with this grant will be contingent on the city’s receipt of the following documents executed by an authorized representative from [COMPANY NAME] and the [PROPERTY OWNER] of [ADDRESS], Rancho Cordova. ▪ Signed (as appropriate) and returned:
▪ Commercial Façade Improvement Program Guidelines.
▪ Commercial Façade Improvement Program Agreement.
▪ Commercial Façade Easement Agreement [the Property Owner(s) signature on this document must be Notarized].
▪ Provide a Check, payable to the City of Rancho Cordova, for $250 (application fee).

This letter will serve as a Notice to Proceed with reimbursement contingent upon receipt of the items outlined above.

Please contact us if you have any questions.

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ATTACHMENT C
City of Rancho Cordova
Commercial Sign & Façade Improvement Program

SAMPLE EASEMENT AGREEMENT

Recording Requested by:

City of Rancho Cordova
When recorded mail to:

City of Rancho Cordova
2729 Prospect Park Dr.

Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Attn: Economic Development Manager

Space above this line for Recorder's use
COMMERCIAL SIGN & FAÇADE EASEMENT AGREEMENT

This Easement Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into on this ___ day of __________ 20___ by and between [Name of Grant Recipient] ("Grantee") and the City of Rancho Cordova, a public body, corporate and politic ("Grantor").

RECITALS

A. Grantor has determined that establishing a Commercial Sign & Façade Improvement Grant Program (the "Program") will enhance the physical appearance and economic vitality of commercial businesses in the City of Rancho Cordova.

B. Grantee is the owner/lessee of certain real property located at [Property Physical Address], APN: XXX-XXX-XXX (the "Property").

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in the Property (the "Easement") in consideration for the $0,000 grant against the costs incurred by the Grantee in making the Improvements. The grant shall be the purchase price for the Easement.

D. Improvements have been constructed consistent with the terms of the Application.

E. Grantee desires to sell the Easement to Grantor and Grantor desires to purchase the easement in the Property subject to the conditions and terms as herein provided.

NOW, THEREFORE, the parties mutually agree to the following:

1. Grantee hereby grants and conveys to Grantor a non-exclusive easement in the Property for the purposes set forth in paragraph 2, subject to the conditions precedent herein provided.

2. The Easement shall be to maintain and repair the facade of the building and landscaping located on the Property (the "Façade") if and only if Grantee fails to maintain the Façade in good condition after being duly notified by Grantor as provided in Paragraph 6.

3. Grantor shall pay Grantee [dollar amount spelled out] dollars ($ 0,000) as the purchase price for the Easement. The parties acknowledge that this purchase price equals [XX] percent (00%) of the total cost of the Improvements and are within program guidelines, and represents eligible facade improvement costs as approved by Grantor in the Application. Payment shall be made as follows:
a. $0,000 upon receipt of verification that Grantee has made payment to vendors and execution of this agreement and other applicable forms associated with the Commercial Façade Improvement Program.

4. Grantee shall reimburse Grantor for any costs that the Grantor incurs if Grantor is required to maintain and repair the Façade.

5. If the Grantee fails to perform under paragraph 4 of this Agreement, the Grantor may place a lien on the Property for all costs incurred in maintaining or repairing the Façade.

6. The condition precedents provided in Paragraph 2 shall be deemed satisfied after the Grantor has given the Grantee thirty (30) day notice of its intention to perform under the Agreement due to the Grantee's failure to maintain the Façade in good condition and the Grantee fails to undertake the work described in that notice during that thirty (30) day period.

7. This Agreement shall terminate [ ] (#) years from the date of this agreement.

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8. The Grantee shall hold the Grantor and its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers harmless against all injuries, damages, claims, costs, or liabilities arising from any work performed under this Agreement, including but not limited to the initial improvement of the Façade and any ongoing maintenance as required by this Agreement, and any violation of any federal, state, or municipal law or ordinance.

9. Formal notices, demands, and communications between the parties shall be sufficiently given if, and shall not be deemed given unless, dispatched by certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested or sent by express delivery service with a delivery receipt, to the principal office of Grantee and Grantor as follows:

Grantor: City of Rancho Cordova
2729 Prospect Park Dr.

Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Attn: Economic Development Manager

Grantee: [Legal Name as Business or Individual]
[Mailing Address]
[Mailing City, State, Zip]
[Attn: Authorized Contact Name if Legal Name as Business]

Such written notices, demands and communications shall be effective on the date shown on the delivery receipt as the date delivered or the date on which delivery was refused.

10. In the event of litigation arising from this Agreement, the non-prevailing party promises to pay all reasonable costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees, incurred by the prevailing party in such litigation.

11. This Agreement may not be changed orally, but only by an agreement in writing signed by the party against whom enforcement of any waiver, change, modification or discharge is sought.

12. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California.

13. The times for the performance of any obligation hereunder shall be strictly construed, time being of the essence.

14. By executing this agreement, the property owners agree to all the terms and conditions contained herein.

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Executed on the date first written above.

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GRANTEE: GRANTOR:
(OWNER/LESSEE) CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA
a public body, corporate and politic
___________________________

By:

Its:

PROPERTY OWNERS:

_________________________________

_________________________________
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City of Rancho Cordova
Commercial Sign & Façade Improvement Grant
Program Guidelines

I. PURPOSE
The Commercial Sign & Façade Improvement Grant Program (“Program”) is an endeavor of the City of Rancho Cordova to leverage public funds and private investment to enhance the physical appearance and economic vitality of commercial businesses in the City of Rancho Cordova. The Program offers two façade improvement grants.

The long‐term objective is to improve the physical appearance of our commercial properties, encourage the retention of existing businesses, and increase property values and tenant stability.

II. PROGRAM COMPONENTS
III.II. PROGRAM OVERVIEW

1. Commercial Façade Improvement Mini‐Grant – This grant provides for reimbursement of up to FiveTen Thousand dollars ($510,000) for commercial sign and building façade improvements with no match requirement.

1. Commercial Façade Improvement Matching Grant – This grant will provide reimbursement for eligible sign and façade improvement projects at a rate of up to two-thirds (2/3) of the total project cost, not to exceed $25,000, whichever is less. Participants are responsible for contributing the remaining one-third (1/3) of the total project cost, as well as any expenses that exceed the program’s maximum funding limit.Thislimit. grant will provide a reimbursable matching grant of two‐thirds (66%) of eligible project costs for projects where the total project cost is $25,000 or less, up to a maximum of $16,500. The total cost of the improvement work must be more than Five Thousand dollars ($5,000). Receipt of a matching grant requires the approved applicant to contribute a minimum of one‐third of the total cost of the façade improvement costs.

Grant proceeds are to be use for labor and material directly related to the façade construction which may include new work, additions, alterations, reconstruction andor repairs. Initial: ____

All estimates and payments for construction and installation of façade improvements shall include prevailing wages and comply with CA Department of Industrial Relations public works projects requirements (www.dir.ca.gov/public-works/prevailing-wage.html). Initial: ____

With participation in the program, it is required that construction shall be completed within 120 days after the City issued Notice to Proceed. If the project extends beyond the scheduled completion date, prior staff approval is required. Initial: ____

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IV.III. ELIGIBILITY

Eligible Applicants
Owners or long-term tenants* of commercial, industrial, office, and retail zoned property which must meet the following requirements for eligibility:
• Property is at least five years old.
• Located within Rancho Cordova City limits.

Initial: ____

*Tenants must have the property owner’s written consent before any improvements are made. In addition, the grant application must be signed by the property owner. Initial: ____

Ineligible Applicants
• Hotels and Single-Room-Occupancy properties.
• Single or multi-unit residential zoned property.
• Property used for public purposes (e.g., parks and community recreation facilities) • Commercially industrial, office and retail zoned where 51% or more of the property is occupied by a public agency, special district organization or nonprofit corporation. • Properties that do not meet applicable zoning requirements. All applicants must demonstrate compliance with current zoning standards and land use regulations.

Ineligible Use of Funds
Tools may not be purchased with grant funds, but tool rental is allowable.

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• Installation of new canvas awnings over windows and entries • Installation of new signs
• Installation of new exterior lighting
• Installation of permanent landscaping including any necessary irrigation or improvements needed to properly maintain the landscaping.
• Exterior mandatory Title 24 upgrades
• Trash enclosures
• Parking lot resurfacing or restriping
Additional improvements that are deemed to be consistent with the intent of the program will be reviewed and approved/disapproved on a case‐by‐case basis. by the Economic Development Director. All additional improvements must be in compliance with all applicable municipal code and building and safety code requirements. Initial: ____

Project improvements defined in the application must not be started until the applicant receives a Notice to Proceed from the Ccity. If any project improvements included in the application are commenced prior to the Ccity’s issuance of a Notice to Proceed the costs associated with these improvements will not be eligible for reimbursement. Initial: ____

V.IV. GENERAL APPLICATION AND APPROVAL PROCESS
Applications will be reviewed on a case‐by‐case basis. Note: All proposed façade projects/remodels must be approved by the Planning Department prior to being accepted into this program.

Any business seeking a Commercial Sign & Façade Improvement Grant and meeting the above criteria should contact the City’s Economic Development Department to obtain a Phase I: Application packet. Upon receipt of the Phase I1: Application, a representative will review the request and verify that the general qualifying criteria have been met. If the project qualifies, the applicant will be provided with a Phase II: Application, Checklist and supporting forms to complete the application with an independent consultant. The materials provided will then be used by an independent consultant retained by the city will to conduct a financial credit review to evaluate the soundness of the project, determine if funds are available, determine compliance with program criteria and make a funding recommendation which will be reviewed by City staff and accepted/rejected. Initial: ____

If the project is approved, final agreements with City will be prepared as appropriate to each level of grant funding (i.e., Mini-Grant or Matching Grant) as defined below.

VI.V. FUNDING

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Program funding is appropriated by the City annually, and will be available on a first come, first served basis – if funds are exhausted at the time of application submittal, staff will retain the application. If additional funds become available, staff will contact applicants in the order applications were received.

Grant Amounts
Eligible property owners or tenants who propose façade improvements can apply for one of two grants.

1. Commercial Façade Improvement Mini‐Grant: This grant provides reimbursement for commercial building façade improvements to approved applicants in the amount of up to Five Ten Thousand dollars ($105,000). for projects where the total project cost is $25,000 or less, with no match requirement.

2. Commercial Façade Improvement Matching Grant: Matching Grant – The City of Rancho Cordova will provide reimbursement for eligible sign and façade improvement projects at a rate of up to two- thirds (2/3) of the total project cost, not to exceed $25,000, whichever is less.

Participants are responsible for contributing the remaining one-third (1/3) of the total project cost, as well as any expenses that exceed the program’s maximum funding limit.This grant will provide a reimbursable matching grant of two‐thirds (66%) of eligible project costs for projects where the total project cost is $25,000 or less, up to a maximum of $16,500. The total cost of the improvement work must be more than Five Thousand dollars ($5,000). Receipt of a matching grant requires the approved applicant to contribute a minimum of one‐third of the total cost of the façade improvement costs.

VII.VI. IMPLEMENTATION WORK
Commented [AN1]: Are both programs reimbursement based?

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Permits
Before commencement of construction, Applicant shall secure any and all permits and schedule all required inspections which may be required by the City of Rancho Cordova or any other governmental agency affected by such construction.

Design
The Applicant will be responsible for facilitating architectural design and engineering assistance as may be required.

Following is a list of possible permit requirements or fees that may be applicable to your project, however, other permits may be also be required based on the nature of a specific project:

City staff will be available to work with approved applicants to assist in the coordination of the project. City staff will carry out periodic inspections.

VIII.VII. AGREEMENTS
Applicants will be required to sign the following agreements to participate in the program.

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1.2. Commercial Façade Easement Agreement –Applicants for awards greater than $105,000 will be required to execute this agreement once the work is completed and prior to receiving reimbursement for project expenses from the Ccity. The purpose of this agreement is to ensure that the improvements remain in good condition for a minimum period of 5-years following the completion of the project. Copies A copy of a sample sample introductoryNotice to Proceed letter is provided in Attachment B, and the easement agreement are is provided in Attachment CB.

IX.VIII. FAQs

Q: What is an Awarding Body?
A: An Awarding Body is a private entity using public funds to complete a project either using internal resources or through an outside contractor (https://www.dir.ca.gov/public-works/awarding-bodies.html ).

I, _________________________________, have read and received a copy of these guidelines.

Signature: _________________________________
Business Name: _________________________________
Date: _________________________________
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Commented [AN2]: Is this required by both programs?
Commented [LF3R2]: yes. Easement only for match

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ATTACHMENT A
City of Rancho Cordova
Commercial Sign & Façade Improvement Program

AGREEMENT

2. The Property is used for commercial, retail, office, and/or mixed-use purposes and Applicant’s proposed improvements to the Property listed in the Commercial Façade Improvement Program Application are eligible improvements as described in the Program Guidelines. Initial: ____

3. All improvements to be undertaken shall conform to the City of Rancho Cordova Building Codes, Zoning Ordinance, and applicable Design Guidelines. Applicant shall secure any and all permits and schedule all required inspections which may be required by the City or any other governmental agency affected by such construction. Initial: ____

4. Only the work that is agreed to by the City and the Applicant, which will be outlined in a formal written Notice to Proceed to be provided to the Applicant by the City upon application approval, will be eligible for reimbursement.
a. As the work to be performed will be partially or totally paid with public funds, all estimates for construction and installation of façade improvements submitted for application approval shall include written notice on the estimate that all labor associated with the work to be completed includes “prevailing wages”. Initial: ____ b. Any changes to the project that are not approved by the City in writing will not be eligible for reimbursement. Initial: ____
c. Any work that is begun by the applicant prior to receiving a written notice to proceed from the City will NOT be eligible for reimbursement. Initial: ____

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5. The City will reimburse to the Applicant for up to Five Ten Thousand dollars ($510,000) for a Mini-Grant or up to Sixteen Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($16,500) Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000) of eligible façade improvements costs in accordance with the criteria described in the Program Guidelines for a Matching Grant.
a. Reimbursement claims for all eligible expenses for completed improvements must be accompanied by the following support documents: applicable planning and building permits, canceled checks and paid invoices/receipts for eligible work. Initial: ____ b. Reimbursement claims for all eligible expenses for completed improvements involving labor must be accompanied by certified payroll documents. Initial: ____

6. If the Property is sold within five (5) years and the grant amount exceeds $510,000, the Applicant will reimburse the city 20% of the grant amount for each year less than five before the property is sold.

Initial: ____

The form of the Commercial Façade Easement is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference. Initial: ____

Initial: ____

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or cause to have performed, all work as specified in the Application is paid at “prevailing wage” rates.

Initial: ____

Extensions, if warranted, may be granted at the discretion of the City. No change to work without the written consent of both the City and Applicant will be permitted. Initial: ____

Executed this _____day of __________, 20___

City of Rancho Cordova

Applicant (If Lessee)

Property Owner(s)

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ATTACHMENT B
City of Rancho Cordova
Commercial Sign & Façade Improvement Program

SAMPLE NOTICE TO PROCEED

DATE

Contact Name
Company Name
Address
Address

Dear XXXX,
Thank you for applying for the city’s Commercial Façade Improvement Mini Grant Program to improve the property located at [ADDRESS]. After reviewing the information provided we are writing to inform you that your request for up to $510,000 in grant funds has been approved. The total grant amount will be based on the submission and proof of payment of invoices for the improvements outlined in the agreements. Any reimbursement by the City for costs incurred for the work associated with this grant will be contingent on the city’s receipt of the following documents executed by an authorized representative from [COMPANY NAME] and the [PROPERTY OWNER] of [ADDRESS], Rancho Cordova. ▪ Signed (as appropriate) and returned:
▪ Commercial Façade Improvement Program Guidelines.
▪ Commercial Façade Improvement Program Agreement.
▪ Commercial Façade Easement Agreement [the Property Owner(s) signature on this document must be Notarized].
▪ Provide a Check, payable to the City of Rancho Cordova, for $250 (application fee).

This letter will serve as a Notice to Proceed with reimbursement contingent upon receipt of the items outlined above.

Please contact us if you have any questions.

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ATTACHMENT C
City of Rancho Cordova
Commercial Sign & Façade Improvement Program

SAMPLE EASEMENT AGREEMENT

Recording Requested by:

City of Rancho Cordova
When recorded mail to:

City of Rancho Cordova
2729 Prospect Park Dr.

Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Attn: Economic Development Manager

Space above this line for Recorder's use

COMMERCIAL SIGN & FAÇADE EASEMENT AGREEMENT

RECITALS

A. Grantor has determined that establishing a Ccommercial Sign & Ffaçade Imimprovement Grgrant Pprogram (the "Program") will enhance the physical appearance and economic vitality of commercial businesses in the City of Rancho Cordova.

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B. Grantee is the owner/lessee of certain real property located at [Property Physical Address], APN: XXX-XXX-XXX (the "Property").

C. Grantor approved Grantee's application (the "Application") for participation in the Program on [Month, Day, Year]. Under terms of the Application, certain improvements have been made to the Property (the "Improvements") and Grantee now desires to sell to Grantor an easement in the Property (the "Easement") in consideration for the $0,000 grant against the costs incurred by the Grantee in making the Improvements. The grant shall be the purchase price for the Easement.

D. Improvements have been constructed consistent with the terms of the Application.

E. Grantee desires to sell the Easement to Grantor and Grantor desires to purchase the easement in the Property subject to the conditions and terms as herein provided.

NOW, THEREFORE, the parties mutually agree to the following:

1. Grantee hereby grants and conveys to Grantor a non-exclusive easement in the Property for the purposes set forth in paragraph 2, subject to the conditions precedent herein provided.

a. $0,000 upon receipt of verification that Grantee has made payment to vendors and execution of this agreement and other applicable forms associated with the Commercial Façade Improvement Program.

4. Grantee shall reimburse Grantor for any costs that the Grantor incurs if Grantor is required to maintain and repair the Façade.

5. If the Grantee fails to perform under paragraph 4 of this Agreement, the Grantor may place a lien on the Property for all costs incurred in maintaining or repairing the Façade.

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7. This Agreement shall terminate [ ] (#) years from the date of this agreement.

8. The Grantee shall hold the Grantor and its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers harmless against all injuries, damages, claims, costs, or liabilities arising from the gross negligence of the GranteeGrantor.any work performed under this Agreement, including but not limited to the initial improvement of the Façade and any ongoing maintenance as required by this Agreement, and any violation of any federal, state, or municipal law or ordinance.

Grantor: City of Rancho Cordova
2729 Prospect Park Dr.

Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Attn: Economic Development Manager

Grantee: [Legal Name as Business or Individual]
[Mailing Address]
[Mailing City, State, Zip]
[Attn: Authorized Contact Name if Legal Name as Business]

Such written notices, demands and communications shall be effective on the date shown on the delivery receipt as the date delivered or the date on which delivery was refused.

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11. This Agreement may not be changed orally, but only by an agreement in writing signed by the party against whom enforcement of any waiver, change, modification or discharge is sought.

12. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California.

13. The times for the performance of any obligation hereunder shall be strictly construed, time being of the essence.

14. By executing this agreement, the property owners agree to all the terms and conditions contained herein.

Executed on the date first written above.

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GRANTEE: GRANTOR:
(OWNER/LESSEE) CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA
a public body, corporate and politic
___________________________

By:

Its:

PROPERTY OWNERS:

_________________________________

_________________________________
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City of Rancho Cordova
Jobs And Talent Attraction Program
Guidelines

PURPOSE
The City of Rancho Cordova Economic Development Jobs and Talent Attraction Program (“Program”) is designed to result in the attraction of new business, headquarter operations, or business expansion with a focus on businesses in targeted industries that will locate in available or new commercial space, establish operations and/or grow their employee base within the city. The Program is designed to enhance the city’s competitiveness in attracting businesses that will further boost the quality of life within the city by providing high quality services, products, and jobs to its residents while contributing to an innovative and collaborative business culture.

With costs and competition for talent on the rise, many companies seek to expand their operational footprint and increase staffing outside of big, high-cost tech hubs. These companies need a location that best fits their business strategy and criteria for talent, cost and place. Rancho Cordova is ideally suited to attract and retain these companies due to existing Class A and B office inventory and proximity to companies in similar industries.

INCENTIVE OVERVIEW
• The city has created a fund to compete for high-wage jobs in the eligible industries described below. • For each net new job position at or above $100,000 in W2 wages, $10,000 in incentive funds will be awarded over a five (5) year period as per the terms outlined below:
o $2,000 upon initial hiring of eligible positions for year one, and an additional four annual installments of $2,000 in years two (2) through five (5) on a post-performance basis. • An applicant may submit a request that includes jobs that meet the above wage requirements and will be created for a period up to five (5) years. Any multi-year requests are contingent on the availability of program funds and will require, at a minimum, an annual review of the applicant’s financials and previous job creation performance.

ELIGIBLE INDUSTRIES
Eligible companies must be classified as one of the following North America Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes:
• 333242 Semiconductor Machinery Manufacturing
• 3341 Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
• 3342 Communications Equipment Manufacturing
• 3344 Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing • 3345 Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing • 3364 Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing
• 5132 Software Publishers
• 5182 Data Processing, Hosting, and Related Services
• 5191 Other Information Services
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• 5413 Architectural, Engineering & Related Services
• 5415 Computer Systems Design and Related Services
• 541713 Research and Development in Nanotechnology
• 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences • 541714 Research & Development in Biotechnology
• 541990 All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services • 551114 Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices Headquarters Consideration
Projects with corporate headquarters classified under a different NAICS code may still qualify if their proposed Rancho Cordova facility focuses on technology-related products, research and development, or services. Eligibility in these cases will be determined solely at the city’s discretion.

Jobs relocated or transferred from another jurisdiction within this region are not eligible. • Applicants must lease or own commercial property in the city and the individuals that fill all incentivized jobs must meet the requirements outlined under Incentive Overview section above and invest in real and/or personal property.
• Applicants must require employees to operate out of the applicant’s commercial space within the city at least three (3) days per week and for a minimum of four (4) hours each of the three (3) days and provide proof of a remote work policy.
• Applicants must operate the business within city limits for not less than five (5) years and remain in good standing with all city departments.
• Any application exceeding $100,000 in awards shall be publicly noticed and will require approval by the City Council.

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Application and Approval Process
Any business seeking Jobs and Talent Attraction Program assistance and meeting the above criteria will follow this process:

1. Present sites to the City of Rancho Cordova’s Economic Development Department to ensure appropriate zoning for the proposed use.

2. The Greater Sacramento Economic Council will work with the applicant if necessary to develop the following assumptions, and fill out the application:
• Investment in real property per job
o Real Property refers to land and anything permanently attached to it, such as buildings and other structures. Estimating "investment in real property per job" means calculating the average amount of money a company will invest in real estate assets for each job it creates.

This includes:
▪ Construction or purchase of buildings: Costs associated with building new facilities or purchasing existing ones.
▪ Land acquisition: Costs for buying the land where the business operations will take place.
▪ Infrastructure improvements: Investments in utilities, roads, and other infrastructure needed to support the property
• Investment in personal property per job
o Personal Property refers to movable items that are not permanently attached to real estate.

Estimating "investment in personal property per job" involves calculating the average amount of money a company will spend on movable assets for each job it creates. This includes:
▪ Equipment and machinery: Costs for purchasing or leasing equipment and machinery necessary for business operations.
▪ Office furnishings: Investments in desks, chairs, computers, and other office furniture and supplies.
▪ Technology: Costs for software, hardware, and other technology resources required for employees to perform their duties.
• Total jobs to be created (by job title and average wage) per year for up to five (5) years • Return on investment

3. Complete and sign a Jobs & Talent Application and provide additional information as required by the City (the Incentive Package). The level of additional information will be based on the amount of incentive funds being requested and any gaps in information not accounted for in the application based on unique circumstances of each applicant.

4. Submit the Incentive Package for review. The materials provided could be reviewed as needed by an independent consultant retained by the City to evaluate the soundness of the project, conduct due diligence, determine compliance with program criteria and make a funding recommendation.

5. City staff will make a final decision following the Incentive Package review.

For requests involving Incentive packages exceeding $100,000, the city staff will prepare the required reports and present them with the Applicant to City Council for approval at a noticed public hearing.

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Reporting and Payment
• Applicants will be asked to report on a schedule determined by the city (at a minimum annually) for five (5) years from award date on the following items:
a) Number of full-time equivalent (FTE) jobs created and/or relocated into the city with position titles and wage ranges. NOTE: The applicant will identify any jobs that are relocated or consolidated to the Rancho Cordova location from within the surrounding six county region (El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, Sutter, Yuba, and Yolo Counties) b) Capital investment
c) Total payroll
d) Sales tax generated, if any.
e) California Employment Development Department’s DE 9C Form with newly created jobs highlighted and identified by job title.
• The initial incentive payment will be provided following the execution of the Economic Incentive Agreement.
• All future payments will be provided post-performance following the receipt, review and verification of jobs created (by title and wages) that meet the eligibility requirements outlined in the Key Requirements section above.

All applicants should also understand the following:
• All requests exceeding $100,000 will require the city to review, hold hearings and report the incentive assistance. Information regarding the incentive recipients will include: name, address, purpose of incentive, projected tax revenue resulting from incentive assistance, and number of new jobs created. This information will be posted publicly on the city’s website. • Continuation of the Program is subject to sufficient funding as appropriated by the City Council of Rancho Cordova.
• Upon approval of any economic development incentive, the applicant will enter into an Economic Incentive Agreement and funds will be disbursed as determined by the city following the review of the application and additional information.
• Jobs that are relocated or consolidated from within the surrounding six (6) county region (El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, Sutter, Yuba, and Yolo Counties) are not eligible for the Program. • Government employed positions are not eligible for the Program, however, private entities that are deemed eligible as defined above and contract with the government are considered eligible. • Companies need to be compatible with city values.

Signature on next page
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I, _________________________________, have read and received a copy of these guidelines.

Signature: _________________________________
Business Name: _________________________________
Date: _________________________________
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City of Rancho Cordova
Jobs And Talent Attraction Program
Guidelines

PURPOSE
The City of Rancho Cordova (“City”) Economic Development Jobs and Talent Attraction Program (“Program”) is designed to result in the attraction of new business, headquarter operations, or business expansion with a focus on businesses in targeted industries that will locate in available or new commercial space, establish operations and/or grow their employee base within the City. The Program is designed to enhance the City’s competitiveness in attracting businesses that will further boost the quality of life within the City by providing high quality services, products, and jobs to its residents while contributing to an innovative and collaborative business culture.

INCENTIVE OVERVIEW
• The City has created a fund to compete for high-wage jobs in the eligible industries described below. • For each net new job position at or above $100,000 in W2 wages, $10,000 in incentive funds will be awarded over a five (5) year period as per the terms outlined below:
o $2,000 upon initial hiring of eligible positions for year one, and an additional four annual installments of $2,000 in years two (2) through five (5) on a post-performance basis. • An applicant may submit a request that includes jobs that meet the above wage requirements and will be created for a period up to five (5) years. Any multi-year requests are contingent on the availability of program funds and will require, at a minimum, an annual review of the applicant’s financials and previous job creation performance.

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• 5182 Data Processing, Hosting, and Related Services
• 5191 Other Information Services
• 5413 Architectural, Engineering & Related Services
• 5415 Computer Systems Design and Related Services
• 541713 Research and Development in Nanotechnology
• 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
• 541714 Research & Development in Biotechnology (except nanotechnology) • 541990 All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services • 551114 Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices Headquarters Consideration
Proposed projects whose corporate headquarters may be classified under another NAICS code not listed above, may be eligible when their specific proposed facility in the City of Rancho Cordova will be one whose manufactured product, Research &Development (R&D) work, or service, is focused on technology. In these circumstances, a final determination of eligibility will be made by, and in the sole discretion of, the City. Projects with corporate headquarters classified under a different NAICS code may still qualify if their proposed Rancho Cordova facility focuses on technology-related products, research and development, or services. Eligibility in these cases will be determined solely at the City’s discretion.

Descriptions of the above 2022 NAICS are available on the official federal government NAICS page hosted by the Census Bureau at this link: https://www.census.gov/naics/ Key Requirements
• Applicants must create at least twentyfive (520) net new jobs., Jjobs in the identified industries listed above and with annual W2 wages of $100,000 or above may be eligible for the incentive. This can include base salary, commissions, bonuses, and overtime, but does not include employer taxes or employee benefits.
o Applicants understand that the award is based on performance as more particularly described in the specific agreement applicable to the Applicant.
o The position(s) created must be net new to the City of Rancho Cordova and the six (6) county greater Sacramento Region defined as: El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, Sutter, Yolo, and Yuba Counties.The position(s) created must be net new to the City of Rancho Cordova and the six- county Greater Sacramento Region (El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, Sutter, Yolo, and Yuba Counties). Jobs relocated or transferred from another jurisdiction within this region are not eligible.
• Applicants must lease or own commercial property in the City and the individuals that fill all incentivized jobs must meet the requirements outlined under Incentive Overview section above and invest in real and/or personal property.

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• Applicants must require employees to operate out of the applicant’s commercial space within the City at least three (3) days per week and for a minimum of four (4) hours each of the three (3) days and provide proof of a remote work policy.
• Applicants must operate the business within City limits for not less than five (5) years and remain in good standing with all City departments.
• Any application exceeding $100,000 in awards shall be publicly noticed and will require approval by the City Council.

Program Overview
• Continuation of the Program beyond the 2024/25 Fiscal Year is subject to sufficient funding as appropriated by the City Council of Rancho Cordova.
• Upon approval of any economic development incentive, the applicant will enter into an Economic Incentive Agreement and funds will be disbursed as determined by the City following the review of the application and additional information.
• Jobs that are relocated or consolidated from within the surrounding six (6) county region (El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, Sutter, Yuba, and Yolo Counties) are not eligible for the Program. • Government employed positions are not eligible for the Program, however, private entities that are deemed eligible as defined above and contract with the government are considered eligible. • Companies need to be compatible with City values.

Application and Approval Process
Any business seeking Jobs and Talent Attraction Program assistance and meeting the above criteria will follow this process:

1. Present sites to the City of Rancho Cordova’s Economic Development Department to ensure appropriate zoning for the proposed use.

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amount of money a company will spend on movable assets for each job it creates. This includes:
▪ Equipment and machinery: Costs for purchasing or leasing equipment and machinery necessary for business operations.
▪ Office furnishings: Investments in desks, chairs, computers, and other office furniture and supplies.
▪ Technology: Costs for software, hardware, and other technology resources required for employees to perform their duties.
• Total jobs to be created (by job title and average wage) per year for up to five (5) years • Return on investment

4. Submit the Incentive Package for review. The materials provided could be reviewed as needed by an independent consultant retained by the City to evaluate the soundness of the project, determine compliance with program criteria and make a funding recommendation.

5. City staff will make a final decision following the Incentive Package review.

For requests involving Incentive packages exceeding $100,000, the City Staff will prepare the required reports and present them with the Applicant to City Council for approval at a noticed public hearing.

Reporting and Payment
• Applicants will be asked to report on a schedule determined by the City (at a minimum annually) for five (5) years from award date on the following items:
a) Number of full-time equivalent (FTE) jobs created and/or relocated into the City with position titles and wage ranges. NOTE: The applicant will identify any jobs that are relocated or consolidated to the Rancho Cordova location from within the surrounding six county region (El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, Sutter, Yuba, and Yolo Counties) b) Capital investment
c) Total payroll
d) Sales tax generated, if any.
e) California Employment Development Department’s DE 9C Form with newly created jobs highlighted and identified by job title.
• The initial incentive payment will be provided following the execution of the Economic Incentive Agreement.
• All future payments will be provided post-performance following the receipt, review and verification of jobs created (by title and wages) that meet the eligibility requirements outlined in the Key Requirements section above.

All applicants should also understand the following:

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• All requests exceeding $100,000 will require the city to review, hold hearings and report the incentive assistance. Information regarding the incentive recipients will include: name, address, purpose of incentive, projected tax revenue resulting from incentive assistance, and number of new jobs created. This information will be posted publicly on the City’s website. • Continuation of the Program is subject to sufficient funding as appropriated by the City Council of Rancho Cordova.
• Upon approval of any economic development incentive, the applicant will enter into an Economic Incentive Agreement and funds will be disbursed as determined by the City following the review of the application and additional information.
• Jobs that are relocated or consolidated from within the surrounding six (6) county region (El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, Sutter, Yuba, and Yolo Counties) are not eligible for the Program. • Government employed positions are not eligible for the Program, however, private entities that are deemed eligible as defined above and contract with the government are considered eligible. • Companies need to be compatible with City values.

I, _________________________________, have read and received a copy of these guidelines.

Signature: _________________________________
Business Name: _________________________________
Date: _________________________________

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Manufacturing
3254 Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing
32541 Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing
325411 Medicinal and Botanical Manufacturing
325412 Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
325413 In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing
325414 Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing 333 Machinery Manufacturing
3331 Agriculture, Construction, and Mining Machinery Manufacturing 33311 Agricultural Implement Manufacturing
333111 Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing
333112 Lawn and Garden Tractor and Home Lawn and Garden Equipment Manufacturing 33312 Construction Machinery Manufacturing
333120 Construction Machinery Manufacturing
33313 Mining and Oil and Gas Field Machinery Manufacturing 333131 Mining Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing
333132 Oil and Gas Field Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing 3332 Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
33324 Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
333241 Food Product Machinery Manufacturing
333242 Semiconductor Machinery Manufacturing
333243 Sawmill, Woodworking, and Paper Machinery Manufacturing 333244 Printing Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing
333249 Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
3333 Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing 33331 Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing 333314 Optical Instrument and Lens Manufacturing
333316 Photographic and Photocopying Equipment Manufacturing 333318 Other Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing 3334 Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing 33341 Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing 333413 Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing 333414 Heating Equipment (except Warm Air Furnaces) Manufacturing ITEM 12.2.

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333415 Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing 3335 Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing
33351 Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing
333511 Industrial Mold Manufacturing
333514 Special Die and Tool, Die Set, Jig, and Fixture Manufacturing 333515 Cutting Tool and Machine Tool Accessory Manufacturing 333517 Machine Tool Manufacturing
333519 Rolling Mill and Other Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing 3336 Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing 33361 Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing 333611 Turbine and Turbine Generator Set Units Manufacturing 333612 Speed Changer, Industrial High-Speed Drive, and Gear Manufacturing 333613 Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing 333618 Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing
3339 Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing
33391 Pump and Compressor Manufacturing
333912 Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing
333914 Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing 33392 Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing
333921 Elevator and Moving Stairway Manufacturing
333922 Conveyor and Conveying Equipment Manufacturing
333923 Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing 333924 Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing 33399 All Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing 333991 Power-Driven Handtool Manufacturing
333992 Welding and Soldering Equipment Manufacturing
333993 Packaging Machinery Manufacturing
333994 Industrial Process Furnace and Oven Manufacturing 333995 Fluid Power Cylinder and Actuator Manufacturing
333996 Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing
333997 Scale and Balance Manufacturing
333999 All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing ITEM 12.2.

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334 Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
3341 Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
33411 Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
334111 Electronic Computer Manufacturing
334112 Computer Storage Device Manufacturing
334118 Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing 3342 Communications Equipment Manufacturing
33421 Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing
334210 Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing
33422 Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing 334220 Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing 33429 Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing
334290 Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing
3343 Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing
3344 Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing 33441 Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing 334412 Bare Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing
334413 Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing
334416 Capacitor, Resistor, Coil, Transformer, and Other Inductor Manufacturing 334417 Electronic Connector Manufacturing
334418 Printed Circuit Assembly (Electronic Assembly) Manufacturing 334419 Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
3345 Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing 33451 Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing 334510 Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing 334511 Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing 334512 Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use 334513 Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables 334514 Totalizing Fluid Meter and Counting Device Manufacturing 334515 Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
334517 Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing
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334519 Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing 3346 Manufacturing and Reproducing Magnetic and Optical Media 33461 Manufacturing and Reproducing Magnetic and Optical Media 334613 Blank Magnetic and Optical Recording Media Manufacturing 334614 Software and Other Prerecorded Compact Disc, Tape, and Record Reproducing 3353 Electrical Equipment Manufacturing
33531 Electrical Equipment Manufacturing
335311 Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing 335312 Motor and Generator Manufacturing
335313 Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing 335314 Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing
3359 Other Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing 33591 Battery Manufacturing
335911 Storage Battery Manufacturing
335912 Primary Battery Manufacturing
33592 Communication and Energy Wire and Cable Manufacturing 335921 Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing
335929 Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing 33593 Wiring Device Manufacturing
335931 Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing
335932 Noncurrent-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing
33599 All Other Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing 335991 Carbon and Graphite Product Manufacturing
335999 All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing 3364 Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing
33641 Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing
336411 Aircraft Manufacturing
336412 Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing
336413 Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing 336414 Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing
336415 Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Propulsion Unit and Propulsion Unit Parts Manufacturing 336419 Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing 3391 Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing
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33911 Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing
339112 Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing
339113 Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing
339114 Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing
339115 Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing
339116 Dental Laboratories
Technology
2211 Power Generation
221111 Hydroelecric Power Generation
221112 Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation
221113 Nuclear Electric Power Generation
221114 Solar Electric Power Generation
221115 Wind Electric Power Generation
221116 Geothermal Electric Power Generation
221117 Biomass Electric Power Generation
221118 Other Electric Power Generation
221121 Bulk Power Transmission and Control
221122 Electric Power Distribution
513210 Software Publishers
518 Data Processing, Hosting and Related Services
541330 Engineering Services
541380 Testing Labs
541511 Custom Computer Programming Services
541512 Computer Systems Design Services
541513 Computer Facilities Management Services
541519 Other Computer Related Services
61142 Computer Training
R&D
541713 Research and Development in Nanotechnology
541714 Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology) 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) 541720 Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities ITEM 12.2.

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927110 Space Research and Technology
Office
541310 Architectural Services
541320 Landscape Architectural Services
541340 Drafting Services
541350 Building Inspection Services
541360 Geophysical and Mapping Services
541370 Surveying and Mapping Services
551114 Corporate, subsidiary, and regional managing offices 621491 HMO Medical centers
621493 Freestanding ambulatory surgical and emergency centers 6215 Medical laboratories and diagnostic imaging centers 622110 General Medical and Surgical hospitals
622310 Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals 621511 Medical laboratories and diagnostic imaging centers Creative Industries
512110 Motion Picture and Video Production
5122 Music Publishers, Sound Recording Studios, Record Production and Distribution, Other Sound Recording Industries ITEM 12.2.

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City of Rancho Cordova
Economic Development Business Incentive Program Guidelines I. PURPOSE
The Rancho Cordova Business Incentive Program is designed to promote development of new businesses, or the expansion of existing businesses that will fill vacant, existing commercial space and support enterprises that will hire or retain employees in the city, thereby contributing to local economic prosperity. The Program is also intended to enhance the city’s competitiveness in attracting and expanding businesses that will further enhance the existing quality of life within the city by providing high quality jobs, services and products to its residents.

II. PROGRAM OVERVIEW
All assistance from the Business Incentive Program will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Each project must fall within one or more of the city’s Eligible Industry Sectors listed below and clearly demonstrate its ability to meet two or more of the General Qualifying Criteria.

A) ELIGIBLE INDUSTRY SECTORS (Please visit https://www.census.gov/naics for more details and examples of businesses in these industries)
_______ (Select at least one and initial)
Category NAICS Codes Description
Manufacturing
3254, 333, , 334, 3353, 3359 3364,
3391
Pharmaceutical, Machinery, Power Transmission,
Computer, Electronic, Semiconductor,
Transportation, Aerospace, Medical Equipment
Technology
2211, 513210, 518, 541330, 541380,
5415, 61142
Power Generation, Software, Computing
Infrastructure, Engineering Services, Testing Lab,
Computer Programming, Computer Training
R&D 5417, 927110
Nanotechnology, Biotechnology, Physical,
Engineering, Life Science, Space Research &
Technology
Office/Medical
5413, 621491, 621493, 6215,
622110, 622310, 621511
Development Related Services, Medical Centers,
ER, Hospitals
Creative Industries 512110, 5122
Motion Picture/Video Production, Music
Publishing, Recording Studios
Other
Other businesses may qualify based on meeting program criteria and economic objectives

B) GENERAL QUALIFYING CRITERIA
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Assistance will only be considered for projects that support businesses in the city’s Eligible Industry Sectors listed above, and must clearly demonstrate its ability to meet two or more of the following:

• Fill existing commercial space that has been vacant for 2 years and/or is located in the Folsom Boulevard Specific Plan.
• Create new or retain permanent jobs with preference given to positions with wages that are 30% or greater over current CA minimum wage,
• Generate new revenue or increase revenue for the city. • Provide unique or underrepresented services/goods to diversify the local economy. • Provide other economic and community benefit.
_______ (Select at least two and initial)

ADDITIONAL CRITERIA
Applicants must plan to own and operate the business within the city limits for not less than five (5) years. If the business is not actually owned and operated by the applicant within the city limits for five years or longer from the date of the Incentive Agreement, incentives over $5,000 will need to be repaid based on a prorated amount or paid in full per the terms defined in the agreement, regardless if the business continues under new ownership or ceases to operate.

The business must be compatible with city values.
________(Initial)

III. TYPES OF AWARDS
The city will consider, in its desertion, the following types of awards.

A) BUSINESS FEE ASSISTANCE
Business fee assistance awards will depend upon the benefits of each project as well as the availability of designated funds.

Business fee assistance requests shall not exceed 70% of total required fees and will be subject to applicable tax and legal requirements as applicable by type of assistance.

The city may annually designate funds available for the business fee incentive program from, but not limited to, the Community Enhancement and Investment Fund. Assistance through this program shall be available only to the extent that the city has allocated funding for the program. The City of Rancho Cordova reserves the right to cancel or modify this Program at any time prior to grant approval, without notice. Continuation of the Program is subject to sufficient funding as appropriated by the Rancho Cordova City Council.

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program for that project shall be transferred to the funds to which fees would have been paid without the granting of the business fee assistance at the time that such fees become due.

B) ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GRANTS
Economic development grant awards available up to $100,000. Awards will depend upon the economic benefits of each project as well as the availability of designated funds. Each project will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the criteria outlined above. See criteria specific to startup businesses in the section below.

Economic development grants may be used for:
• Rental assistance,
• Equipment and furnishings,
• Health and life safety-related upgrades,
• Marketing,
• Promotion or grand opening activities, and
• Other items related to the opening, locating, or expanding a business in the City as may be approved by the City.

STARTUPS:

For Startup businesses, Economic Development Grant assistance requests shall not exceed ten percent (10%) of total costs directly related to the physical establishment of the business within the City of Rancho Cordova.

For the purposes of this Program, a Startup is defined as a business entity that has been in operation for less than three (3) years from the date of its initial business license, legal formation, or first commercial transaction, whichever occurs first.

Startups are considered early-stage enterprises that are actively developing or launching their products or services and may not yet have achieved sustained profitability. A startup must demonstrate that it either has sufficient funds on its balance sheet in the form of debt or equity commitments to reach sustainability within the term of the grant with the addition of the proposed incentive grant funds. Sustainability for this program is defined as positive Net Income that excludes expenses associated with Depreciation, Amortization and Taxes and conforms to any loan conditions associated with existing or proposed debt.

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• Signage, wayfinding, or exterior improvements necessary for business operation; • Permitting, inspection, or utility connection fees directly associated with site establishment; and • Other expenses, as approved by the city, that are demonstrably tied to the physical occupancy or operation of the business within the city.

The calculation of “costs” shall not include ongoing operating expenses, payroll, inventory purchases, or other non-capital expenditures. “Costs” shall also not include the amount of capital raised whether from the owner or outside parties.
________(Initial here if you qualify as a Startup)

NOT ELIGIBLE
The City will not consider the business fee assistance or economic development grants for:
• Businesses or developments that do not satisfy the intent of the program as defined in these guidelines and meet the criteria outlined below. Is inconsistent with the city’s General Plan, Zoning Code, or specific plan policies. ________(Initial)
• Businesses or developments that are subject to active code violation enforcement unless the applicant did not cause or maintain the violation and the violation will be corrected as part of the project for which the assistance would be granted. ________(Initial) • Businesses or developments that are not compliant with all applicable zoning regulations, or health, life, and safety requirements. ________(Initial)
• Businesses that currently have an active Economic Development Incentive Agreement, Grant Agreement, or Business Fee Assistance Agreement with the city for the same project, location, or business. Applicants may not reapply for the same incentive program or substantially similar project until the term of the existing agreement has expired or been formally closed out by the city. ________(Initial)
• Businesses that have previously received assistance for the same physical location or business operation may only be considered for additional incentives if the proposed project is demonstrably distinct, offers new community or economic benefits, and is not duplicative of the original scope of work. ________(Initial)
• Projects or expenses incurred prior to the execution of a grant agreement are not eligible for reimbursement or funding. Only costs incurred after the effective date of the executed agreement will be considered eligible under this program. ________(Initial)

All applicants should also understand the following:

Accepting assistance from a local jurisdiction may trigger California prevailing wage requirements on any construction, capital improvements, or other applicable activities that involve significant expenses for labor.

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requirements. Beneficiaries shall also be responsible for compliance with all other laws that apply to the application of the funds or the project for which the funds are provided. _______(Initial)

NOTE: If a project involving construction, capital improvements, or other applicable activities involving significant expenses for labor exceeds $25,000 the program beneficiary will be required to demonstrate their understanding of, and ability to comply with, CA Department of Industrial Relations prevailing wage requirements and procedures for an Awarding Body (www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/Awarding-Bodies.html). ________(Initial)

Accepting assistance from a local jurisdiction may trigger tax consequences, such as the issuances of an IRS 1099 Form. It is the applicant’s responsibility to consult with its own legal counsel regarding such tax consequences. ________(Initial)

Accepting assistance for equipment purchases may require the city to file a UCC-1 Financing Statement with the California Secretary of State to record its security interest in the equipment or machinery funded through the program. This filing provides public notice of the city’s right to recover or reclaim the equipment, or its value, if the business fails to meet program obligations. The filing will remain in effect until all agreement terms are fulfilled, after which the city will file a termination statement to release its interest. ________(Initial)

All special requests exceeding $100,000 will require the City to publicly notice, hold public hearings and report the incentive assistance. Per California Government Code 53083, information regarding the incentive recipients must be posted on the City’s website and will include:

• The name and address of all corporations or any other business entities, except for sole proprietorships, that are the beneficiary of the economic development subsidy, if applicable. • The start and end dates and schedule, if applicable, for the economic development subsidy. • A description of the economic development subsidy, including the estimated total amount of the expenditure of public funds by, or of revenue lost to, the local agency as a result of the economic subsidy.
• A statement of the public purposes for the economic development subsidy. • Projected tax revenue to the local agency as a result of the economic development subsidy. • Estimated number of jobs created by the economic development subsidy, broken down by full-time, part-time, and temporary positions. ________(Initial)

IV. GENERAL APPLICATION AND APPROVAL PROCESS
Step 1: Application Submittal and Evaluation
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1. The business contacts the city’s Economic Development Department to express interest and request the Business Incentive Program Guidelines.

2. The business reviews, signs, and returns the Program Guidelines to confirm it meets the initial qualifying criteria.

3. If the business meets the initial criteria:
o The city provides the Phase I Application and a Due Diligence Checklist and assigned a point of contact.
o The city refers the business to an independent consultant.

Step 2: Phase I – Application Completion

1. The business works with the consultant to:
a. Define business needs.
b. Describe the intended use of funds.
c. Complete and submit the Phase I Application packet.

2. The city and consultant review the Phase I Application to confirm eligibility.

3. If eligible, the applicant receives the Phase II Application, Checklist, and Supporting Forms.

Step 3: Phase II – Financial Review and Funding Recommendation

1. The applicant submits all completed Phase II materials to the consultant to protect confidentiality of applicant’s sensitive information. No confidential information should be sent to the city.

2. The consultant:
a. Conducts a financial and credit review.
b. Evaluates project soundness.
c. Confirms compliance with program criteria.
d. Verifies fund availability.
e. Makes a funding recommendation to the city.

Step 4: Final Approval

1. City staff will review consultant’s findings to make a final decision and prepare a memo for the applicant regarding award and award amount.

2. Based on the review, funding availability, and recommendations, a final agreement is prepared and may include:
a. Prevailing wage requirements.
b. Post-award monitoring and reporting (e.g., sales tax data, employment records).

3. Approval authority:
a. Under $100,000: Staff-level approval; contract reviewed by the City Manager and City Attorney.

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b. $100,000 or more: Contract would follow requirements of California Government Code 53083

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I, _________________________________, have read and received a copy of these guidelines.

Signature: _________________________________
Business Name: _________________________________
Date: _________________________________

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City of Rancho Cordova
Economic Development Business Incentive Program Guidelines

I. PURPOSE
The Rancho Cordova Business Incentive Program is designed to promote development of new businesses, or the expansion of existing businesses that will fill vacant, existing commercial space and support enterprises that will hire or retain employees in the city, thereby contributing to local economic prosperity. The Program is also intended to enhance the city’s competitiveness in attracting and expanding businesses that will further enhance the existing quality of life within the city by providing high quality jobs, services and products to its residents.

A) TARGETED ELIGIBLE INDUSTRY SECTORS (Please visit https://www.census.gov/naics for more details and examples of businesses in these industries)
_______ (Select at least one and initial)

Category NAICS Codes Description
Manufacturing
3254, 333, 3336, 334, 3353, 3359
3364, 3391,
Pharmaceutical, Machinery, Power Transmission,
Computer, Electronic, Semiconductor,
Transportation, Aerospace, Medical Equipment
Technology
2211, 513210, 517, 518, 541330,
541380, 5415, 61142
Power Generation, Software, Computing
Infrastructure, Engineering Services, Testing Lab,
Computer Programming, Computer Training
R&D 5417, 927110
Nanotechnology, Biotechnology, Physical,
Engineering, Life Science, Space Research &
Technology
Office/Medical
55413, 621491, 621493, 6215,
622110, 622310, 621511
Development Related Services,Corporate or
Regional Managing Offices, Medical Centers, ER,
Hospitals
Creative Industries 512110, 5122
Motion Picture/Video Production, Music
Publishing, Recording Studios
Other
Other businesses may qualify based on meeting program criteria and economic objectives

Commented [LF1]: I can take or leave this. I just thought it might be a nice touch to call out the strategic plan goals this effort is associated with. LMK your thoughts.

Commented [AK2R1]: I vote to remove
Commented [AN3R1]: Is the question to delete the purpose statement?
Commented [LF4R1]: No, it was the Strategic Plan goal listed at the top. I removed it already. If we did it for this one, then we would need to do it for all, so made a call.

Commented [CW5]: Given the advancements in AI, CGI, etc. and Moneta Ventures focus on SAAS investments it might be helpful to add 1) a Creative Industries Category and move the 511210-Software Publishers and add 512110-Motion Picture & Video Production, 5122-Sound Recording Industries to the category and 2) calling out a specific R&D Category 541715 which includes AI R&D laboratories or services along with other R&D labs/services.

Moving the 5417 out of the Technology Category to highlight this specific area

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B) GENERAL QUALIFYING CRITERIA
All assistance from the Business Incentive Program will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Assistance will only be considered for projects that support businesses in the Ccity’s Targeted Eligible Industry Sectors listed above,. Each project and must clearly demonstrate its ability to meet two or more of the following:

• Fill existing commercial space that has been vacant for 2 years and/or is located in the Folsom Boulevard Specific Plan.
• Create new or retain permanent jobs with preference given to positions with wages that are 30% or greater over current CA minimum wage,.
• Retain and attract employment opportunities that provide training and advancement within the business.
• Generate new revenue or increase revenue for the city. • Provide unique or underrepresented services/goods to diversify the local economy. • Provide other economic and community benefit.
_______ (Select at least two and initial)

The business must be compatible with city values.
________(Initial)

III. TYPES OF AWARDS
The city will consider, in its desertion, the following types of awards.

A) BUSINESS FEE ASSISTANCE
Business fee assistance awards will depend upon the benefits of each project as well as the availability of designated funds.

Business fee assistance requests shall not exceed 70% of total required fees and will be subject to applicable tax and legal requirements as applicable by type of assistance.

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available only to the extent that the city has allocated funding for the program. The City of Rancho Cordova reserves the right to cancel or modify this Program at any time prior to grant approval, without notice. Continuation of the Program is subject to sufficient funding as appropriated by the Rancho Cordova City Council.

Upon the approval of any fee assistance, the applicant will enter into a Business Fee Assistance Agreement with the city which will provide that the funds designated for the business fee assistance program for that project shall be transferred to the funds to which fees would have been paid without the granting of the business fee assistance at the time that such fees become due.

STARTUPS:

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program is defined as positive Net Income that excludes expenses associated with Depreciation, Amortization and Taxes and conforms to any loan conditions associated with existing or proposed debt.

For purposes of this Program, “costs” are defined as verifiable, one-time expenses directly incurred in physically establishing the business within the city. Eligible costs which may be included in the calculation, but are not limited to:
• Tenant improvements, buildout, or remodeling of leased or owned space; • Purchase and installation of equipment, fixtures, or furnishings; • Signage, wayfinding, or exterior improvements necessary for business operation; • Permitting, inspection, or utility connection fees directly associated with site establishment; and • Other expenses, as approved by the city, that are demonstrably tied to the physical occupancy or operation of the business within the city.

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• Projects or expenses incurred prior to the execution of a grant agreement are not eligible for reimbursement or funding. Only costs incurred after the effective date of the executed agreement will be considered eligible under this program. ________(Initial)

All applicants should also understand the following:

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• A description of the economic development subsidy, including the estimated total amount of the expenditure of public funds by, or of revenue lost to, the local agency as a result of the economic subsidy.
• A statement of the public purposes for the economic development subsidy. • Projected tax revenue to the local agency as a result of the economic development subsidy. • Estimated number of jobs created by the economic development subsidy, broken down by full-time, part-time, and temporary positions. ________(Initial)

IV. GENERAL APPLICATION AND APPROVAL PROCESS
Step 1: Application Submittal and Evaluation

1. The business contacts the city’s Economic Development Department to express interest and request the Business Incentive Program Guidelines.

2. The business reviews, signs, and returns the Program Guidelines to confirm it meets the initial qualifying criteria.

Step 2: Phase I – Application Completion

1. The business works with the consultant to:
a. Define business needs.
b. Describe the intended use of funds.
c. Complete and submit the Phase I Application packet.

2. The city and consultant review the Phase I Application to confirm eligibility.

3. If eligible, the applicant receives the Phase II Application, Checklist, and Supporting Forms.

Step 3: Phase II – Financial Review and Funding Recommendation

1. The applicant submits all completed Phase II materials to the consultant to protect confidentiality of applicant’s sensitive information. No confidential information should be sent to the city.

2. The consultant:
a. Conducts a financial and credit review.
b. Evaluates project soundness.

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c. Confirms compliance with program criteria.
d. Verifies fund availability.
e. Makes a funding recommendation to the city.

Step 4: Final Approval

1. City staff will review consultant’s findings to make a final decision and prepare a memo for the applicant regarding award and award amount.

3. Approval authority:
a. Under $100,000: Staff-level approval; contract reviewed by the City Manager and City Attorney.
b. $100,000 or more: Contract would follow requirements of California Government Code 53083

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I, _________________________________, have read and received a copy of these guidelines.

Signature: _________________________________
Business Name: _________________________________
Date: _________________________________

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City of
Rancho Cordova
Economic Development Retail Incentive
Program Guidelines
I. PURPOSE
The Retail Incentive Program is designed to support and attract a diverse range of entertainment venues, family-friendly attractions, dine-in restaurants, and other experiential retail uses to our city that help our local economy thrive and build a stronger, more vibrant community for everyone.

Economic Objectives
• Attract commercial retail businesses that offer shopping, full-service dining, entertainment, and/or recreational venues to Rancho Cordova.
• Enhance opportunities to bring tourism into the community. • Provide residents with the opportunity to shop, dine, recreate, and be entertained closer to home; and • Strengthen the commercial environment to allow economic vitality within the community, while complementing the region.

II. PRO

GRAM OVERVIEW
The Program’s priority is to provide support to businesses that fall within one or more of the city’s eligible retail sectors and meet two or more of the General Qualifying Criteria.

A) ELIGIBLE RETAIL SECTORS (Please visit https://www.census.gov/naics for more details and examples of businesses in these industries)
(Select at least one and initial)
NAICS Code Description
312120-40 Breweries, wineries, distilleries (production and tasting room operations only; standalone bars are excluded)
458110 Clothing and Clothing Accessories Retailers
512131 Motion picture theaters (except drive-ins)
624410 Commercial Child Care Services
713120 Amusement Arcades
713940 Fitness and recreational sports centers
713950 Bowling Centers
713990 All other amusement and recreation industries
722511 Full-Service Restaurants (establishments primarily engaged in providing food services to patrons who order and are served while seated (i.e., waiter/waitress service) and pay after eating)
Other retail businesses that meet program criteria and economic objectives ITEM 12.2.

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B) GENER

AL QUALIFYING CRITERIA
All assistance from the Retail Incentive Program will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Assistance will only be considered for projects that support businesses in the city’s eligible retail sectors listed above and must clearly demonstrate its ability to meet two or more of the following:
• Appear on city reports indicating that the specific industry subsector is a major source of sales tax leakage from the city.
• Generate new revenue for the city.
• Provide unique or underrepresented services/goods to diversify the local economy. • The project contributes to broader community or economic development goals, such as activating key commercial corridors, improving neighborhood vitality, or supporting local placemaking initiatives.
(Select at least two and initial)
Addi
tional Criteria:

Applicants must plan to own and operate the business within the city limits for not less than five (5) years.

If the business is not actually owned and operated by the applicant within the city limits for five years or longer from the date of the Incentive Agreement, incentives over $5,000 will need to be repaid based on a prorated amount or paid in full per the terms defined in the agreement, regardless if the business continues under new ownership or ceases to operate.

The business must be compatible with city values.
(Initial)

C) INELIG
IBLE
Including, but not inclusive of the following. Other uses not listed may also be ineligible... • Businesses or developments that do not satisfy the intent of the program as defined in these guidelines and meet the criteria outlined above.
• Businesses or developments that are subject to active code violation enforcement unless the applicant did not cause or maintain the violation and the violation will be corrected as part of the project for which the assistance would be granted.
• Projects or expenses incurred prior to the execution of a grant agreement are not eligible for reimbursement or funding. Only costs incurred after the effective date of the executed agreement will be considered eligible under this program. ________(Initial) • The following business categories are excluded from this program:
o Home occupational businesses
o Nonprofit businesses
o Businesses whose sales include fuel, tobacco, cannabis, and/or smoking devices o Massage parlors
o Pyramid sale distribution plans and multi-level marketing businesses o Mobile, temporary, or pop-up vendors
o Adult-oriented or sexually explicit businesses
o Construction or tenant improvements on buildings used solely for office and/or storage o Pawn shops, payday lenders, or check-cashing establishments o Other uses determined by the city to be incompatible with the desired character, land use, or economic mix of the target area.
(Init
ial)
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III. FUNDING
The Retail Incentive Program provides funding up to $25,000. Special requests over $25,000 may be considered but must clearly demonstrate significant financial and economic benefits to the city and may be subject to City Council approval. The final grant amount awarded is at the sole discretion of the city and will be b
ased upon the distinct contributions of each individual business to the community and availability of funding.

Each project will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the criteria outlined below. The program funds may be used for:
• Rental Assistance
• Equipment And Furnishings
• Technology Upgrades
• Health & Life Safety Upgrades
• Marketing
• Promotion Or Grand Opening Activities
Other items related to the opening, or locating, or expansion of the business in the city as may be a
pproved by the city.

Startups:

Sustainability for this program is defined as positive Net Income that excludes expenses associated with Depreciation, Amortization and Taxes and conforms to any loan conditions associated with existing or proposed debt.

For startup businesses, requests shall not exceed ten percent (10%) of total startup costs or $25,000, whichever is less, directly related to the physical establishment of the business within the City of Rancho Cordova.

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The calculation of “costs” shall not include ongoing operating expenses, payroll, inventory purchases, or other non-capital expenditures. “Costs” shall also not include the amount of capital raised whether from the owner or outside. (Initial here if you qualify as a Startup) A
ll applicants should also understand the following:

T
he city may annually designate funds available for the Retail Incentive Program from, but not limited to, the Community Enhancement and Investment Fund. Assistance through this program shall be available only to the extent that the city has allocated funding for the program. (Initial) Th
e City of Rancho Cordova reserves the right to cancel or modify the Retail Incentive Program at any time without notice. Continuation of the Program is subject to sufficient funding as appropriated by the Rancho Cordova City Council. (Initial)
Up
on the approval of any Retail Incentive Program, the applicant will enter into an economic development incentive agreement, and funds will be dispersed as provided in the agreement. (Initial) Acce
pting assistance from a local jurisdiction may trigger California prevailing wage requirements on any construction, capital improvements, or other applicable activities that involve significant expenses for labor.

The application of prevailing wage requirements will be examined for each application. If prevailing wages are required, it shall be the program beneficiary’s (i.e., award recipient) responsibility to fully comply with all such requirements. Beneficiaries shall also be responsible for compliance with all other laws that apply to the application of the funds or the project for which the funds are provided. _______(Initial) N
OTE: If a project involving construction, capital improvements, or other applicable activities involving significant expenses for labor exceeds $25,000 the program beneficiary will be required to demonstrate their understanding of, and ability to comply with, CA Department of Industrial Relations prevailing wage requirements and procedures for an Awarding Body (www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/Awarding-Bodies.html). ( Initial)
Acce
pting assistance from a local jurisdiction may trigger tax consequences, such as the issuance of an IRS 1099 Form. It is the applicant’s responsibility to consult with its own legal counsel regarding such tax consequences. (Initial)
Accepting assistance for equipment purchases may require the city to file a UCC -1 Financing Statement with the California Secretary of State to record its security interest in the equipment or machinery funded through the program. This filing provides public notice of the city’s right to recover or reclaim the equipment, or its value, if the business fails to meet program obligations. The filing will remain in effect until all agreement terms are fulfilled, after which the city will file a termination statement to release its interest. ________(Initial)
All requests exceeding $100,000 combined will require the city to publicly notice, hold a public hearing and report the incentive assistance. Per California
Government Code 53083, information regarding the
incentive recipients must be posted on the city’s website and will include:
• The name and address of all corporations or any other business entities, except for sole proprietorships, th at are the beneficiary of the economic development subsidy, if applicable. • The start and end dates and schedule, if applicable, for the economic development subsidy.

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• A description of the economic development subsidy, including the estimated total amount of the e
xpenditure of public funds by, or of revenue lost to, the local agency as a result of the economic s
ubsidy.
• A statement of the public purposes for the economic development subsidy. • Projected tax revenue to the local agency as a result of the economic development subsidy. • E stimated number of jobs created by the economic development subsidy, broken down by full-time, part-time, and temporary positions. (Initial)
I
V. GENERAL APPLICATION AND APPROVAL PROCESS
Step 1: Application Submittal and Evaluation

1. The business contacts the City’s Economic Development Department to express interest and request the Retail Incentive Program Guidelines.

2. The business reviews, signs, and returns the Program Guidelines to confirm it meets the initial qualifying criteria.

3. If the business meets the initial criteria:
o The City provides the Phase I Application and a Due Diligence Checklist and assigned a point of co
ntact.
o The City refers the business to an independent consultant to complete the application and co
nduct due diligence.

Step 2: Phase I – Application Completion

1. The business works with the consultant to:
a. Define business needs.
b. Describe the intended use of funds.
c. Complete and submit the Phase I Application packet.

2. The city and consultant review the Phase I Application to confirm eligibility.

3. If eligible, the applicant receives the Phase II Application, Checklist, and Supporting Forms.

Step 3: Phase II – Financial Review and Funding Recommendation

1. The applicant submits all completed Phase II materials to the consultant to protect confidentiality of a
pplicant’s sensitive information. No confidential information should be sent to the city.

2. The consultant:
a. Conducts a financial and credit review.
b. Evaluates project soundness.
c. Confirms comp liance with program criteria.
d. Verifies fund availability.
e. Makes a funding recommendation to the city.

Step 4: Final Approval

1. City staff will review consultant’s findings to make a final decision regarding award and award amount.

2. Based on the review, funding availability, and recommendations, a final agreement is prepared and m
ay include:
a. Prevailing wage requirements.
b. Post-award monitoring and reporting (e.g., sales tax data, employment records).

3. Approval authority:
a. Staff-level approval; contract reviewed by the City Manager and City Attorney.

S
ignatures on next page.

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I,
, have read and received a copy of these guidelines.

Si
gnature:

B
usiness Name:

Da
te:
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Economic Development Incentive Programs:

Modifications &
New Retail Incentive Program
November 17, 2025
CityOfRanchoCordova.org
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• Existing Incentive Program Changes
• New Retail Incentive Program
• Recommendation
Agenda
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Incentive Changes
• Sign & Façade Improvement Program (est. 2017)
• Increase mini grant amount from $5,000 to $10,000
• Increase maximum matching amount from $16,500 to $25,000 • Jobs & Talent Attraction Program (est. 2019/updated 2024) • Reduce minimum new jobs created from 20 to 5
• Business Incentive Program (est. 2016)
• Update Target Industry Sectors (NAICS codes)
• Include Health and Life Safety upgrades as eligible use of funds • Updating and defining Startups and what they qualify for • Remove retail industries and related language
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Retail Incentive Program
Targeted Retail Sectors Include:
• Motion Picture Theaters
• Bowling Centers
• All Other Amusement &
Rec
reation Industries
• Fitness & Recreational Sports
Cent
ers
• Commercial Child Care Services
• Full-Service Restaurants
• Br
eweries, Wineries, &
Dist
illeries
Awards up to $25,000
Use of Funds:
• Rental Assistance
• Equipment & Furnishings
• Technology Upgrades
• Health & Life Safety Upgrades
• Marketing
• Promotion or Grand Opening
Act
ivities
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City Council Considerations
• Provide feedback on existing incentive
progr
am modifications and the new Retail
Incentive Program
• Adopt a Resolution approving the
prese
nted Programs
• Return to City Council at another date
with r
equested edits.

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THANK YOU
CityOfRanchoCordova.org
ITEM 12.2.

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MEMORANDUM

City Council Staff Report - Page 1 of 1

ITEM 12.3.

DATE: November 17, 2025

TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: Stacy Leitner, City Clerk

SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2026 RANCHO CORDOVA CITY

COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE

RECOMMENDATION

Adopt the Resolution.

RESULT OF RECOMMENDED ACTION

Adoption of the Resolution would confirm the 2025 Rancho Cordova City Council meeting schedule.

BACKGROUND

To ensure maximum attendance of Council Members and the community in our legislative process, we prepare an annual meeting schedule. We also monitor local, state, and national events, including events and conferences hosted by the League of California Cities, National League of Cities, Cordova Community Council, and Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce.

As part of its annual business planning for the upcoming year, the City Council reviews next year's calendar and determines its meeting schedule for the following year. Exhibit A to the attached Resolution (Attachment 2) is the proposed City Council Meeting dates for 2026.

FISCAL IMPACT AND FUNDING SOURCE

There is no fiscal impact.

ATTACHMENT(S)

1. Resolution

2. Exhibit A to the Resolution - 2026 Proposed Rancho Cordova City Council Meeting Schedule

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CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA

RESOLUTION NO. XX-2025

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE

WHEREAS, Government Code Section 54954 provides that the legislative body of a local agency may establish the time and place for regular meetings by Resolution; and

WHEREAS, Resolution No. 18-2010 set the time and place for Regular meetings as 5:30 p.m. on the first and third Monday of the month, provided that if a Regular meeting date is an official holiday, the meeting will be held on the following day; and

WHEREAS, in order to ensure maximum attendance of Council Members and the community in our legislative process the City is setting its City Council meeting schedule for the calendar year 2026.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA sets its 2026 City Council meeting schedule as outlined in the attached Exhibit A.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cordova on the 17 th day of November 2025 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

___________________________
Siri Pulipati, Mayor

ATTEST:

___________________________
Stacy Leitner, CMC
City Clerk

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Proposed 2026 Rancho Cordova City Council Meeting Schedule

JANUARY 2026
Monday, January 5 4:00 PM Special Meeting/Study Session 5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 20 5:30 PM Regular Meeting (Tuesday due to Holiday) Tuesday, January 27 5:30 PM Special Meeting/Work Session

FEBRUARY 2026
Monday, February 2 4:00 PM Special Meeting/Study Session 5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Tuesday, February 10 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Council Meeting/Work Session (Budget Visioning Session)
Tuesday, February 17 5:30 PM Regular Meeting (Tuesday due to Holiday) Tuesday, February 24 PROPOSE NO SPECIAL MEETING/WORK SESSION

MARCH 2026
Monday, March 2 4:00 PM Special Meeting/Study Session
5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Monday, March 16 5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Tuesday, March 24 5:30 PM Special Meeting/Work Session

APRIL 2026
Monday, April 6 4:00 PM Special Meeting/Study Session
5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Monday, April 20 PROPOSE TO CANCEL REGULAR MEETING DUE TO CAP- TO-CAP
Tuesday, April 28 5:30 PM Special Meeting/Work Session

MAY 2026
Monday, May 4 4:00 PM Special Meeting/Study Session
5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Monday, May 18 5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Tuesday, May 26 5:30 PM Special Meeting/Work Session

JUNE 2026
Monday, June 1 4:00 PM Special Meeting/Study Session
5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Monday, June 15 5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Tuesday, June 23 5:30 PM Special Meeting/Work Session

JULY 2026
Monday, July 6 4:00 PM Special Meeting/Study Session
5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Monday, July 20 PROPOSE TO CANCEL REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, July 28 5:30 PM Special Meeting/Work Session

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AUGUST 2026
Monday, August 3 4:00 PM Special Meeting/Study Session
5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Monday, August 17 5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Tuesday, August 25 5:30 PM Special Meeting/Work Session

SEPTEMBER 2026
Tuesday, September 8 4:00 PM Special Meeting/Study Session 5:30 PM Regular Meeting (Tuesday due to Holiday)
Monday, September 21 5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Monday, September 29 5:30 PM Special Meeting/Work Session

OCTOBER 2026
Monday, October 5 4:00 PM Special Meeting/Study Session 5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Monday, October 19 5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Tuesday, October 27 5:30 PM Special Meeting/Work Session

NOVEMBER 2026
Monday, November 2 4:00 PM Special Meeting/Study Session 5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Tuesday, November 10 5:30 PM Special Meeting/Work Session Monday, November 16 5:30 PM Regular Meeting

DECEMBER 2026
Monday, December 7 4:00 PM Special Meeting/Study Session 5:30 PM Regular Meeting
Tuesday, December 15 5:30 PM Special Meeting/Work Session Monday, December 21 5:30 PM Regular Meeting

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