ROCKLIN CITY COUNCIL
ROCKLIN City Council Regular Meeting
CALIFORNIA
City Hall - Council Chambers
3970 Rocklin Rd. Rocklin, CA 95677
Website: www.rocklin.ca.us
April 22, 2025
Closed Session 5:30 p.m.
General Session 6:00 p.m.
MEETING MINUTES
-FINAL-
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Gayaldo called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers David Bass, Ken Broadway, Bill Halldin, Greg Janda Mayor Jill Gayaldo
Absent: None
PUBLIC CLOMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION
There were none.
Members of the City Council left the Council Chambers and convened Closed Session at 5:30 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION
CS1. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957, Public Employee Performance Evaluation: City Attorney
CS2. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6: Conference with Labor Negotiators, Agency Designated Representatives: Mayor Gayaldo, Unrepresented Employee: City Attorney
CS3. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.95, Liability Claim. Claimant: Chad Vert.
Agency Claimed Against: City of Rocklin
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CS4. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4), Conference with Legal Counsel, Anticipated Litigation: the City Council is Meeting to Consider Whether to Initiate Litigation in One Case.
Members of the City Council returned to the Council Chambers at 6:02 p.m.
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
There was no reportable action.
CALL GENERAL SESSION TO ORDER
Mayor Gayaldo called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Gayaldo led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers David Bass, Ken Broadway, Bill Halldin, Greg Janda Mayor Jill Gayaldo
Absent: None
AGENDA REVIEW
There were no changes to the agenda.
CITIZENS ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL
Ms. Cheryl Halston addressed the City Council requesting creation of a Senior Commission.
Ms. Kristin Shaeffer addressed the City Council expressing concern about overnight parking by semitrucks along Dominguez Road.
REPORTS FROM CITY COUNCIL AND CITY MANAGER
Vice Mayor Bass reported attendance at the Placer County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) meeting.
Council Member Halldin reported attendance at the Placer County Economic Development Board meeting; shared that Western Placer Waste Management Authority had acquired new sorting equipment; commended the Rocklin Firefighters Association for a successful Annual Easter Egg Hunt which had a large turnout; and reported attendance at the Sacramento Area Council of Governments meeting.
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Mayor Gayaldo reported attendance at Placer County Association of Realtors meeting; shared that she attended the Annual Easter Egg Hunt noting the event had expanded this year; reported attendance at the Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District meeting and cautioned the public about Hantavirus.
City Manager Zimmermann announced that the ribbon cutting for the Bike Pump Track was taking place on April 23, 2025 at Whitney Park; there were two events on Saturday April 26, 2025 including Medication Take-Back Day and the Civic Celebration at Johnson-Springview
CONSENT CALENDAR
Council Member Broadway requested to pull Consent Item No. C5 from the Consent Calendar.
C1. Proclamation Declaring April 20-26, 2025 as National Volunteer Week Action: Approved a Proclamation Declaring April 20-26, 2025 as National Volunteer Week, and Designated the Mayor to Sign the Proclamation on Behalf of the City Council.
C2. Proclamation Declaring May 4-10, 2025 as Public Service Recognition Week Action: Approved a Proclamation Declaring May 4-10, 2025 as Public Service Recognition Week, and Designated the Mayor to Sign the Proclamation on Behalf of the City Council.
C3. Confidential Salary Schedule Update
Action: Adopted Resolution 2025-070 of the City Council of the City of Rocklin to Approve a Revised Confidential Unit Salary Schedule.
C4. Northwest Rocklin Community Parks Master Plan - Contract Award Action: Adopted Resolution 2025-071 of the City Council of the City of Rocklin Approving and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract with Melton Design Group for the Creation of the Northwest Rocklin Community Parks Master Plan.
C5. Aquatic Complex License Agreement with Rocklin Swim Team - Pulled for Discussion Action: Adopted Resolution 2025-072 of the City Council of the City of Rocklin Approving and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Aquatic Complex License Agreement with the Rocklin Swim Team.
C6. Bluffs Subdivision ADA Ramps Phase 2 Bid Award
Action: Adopted Resolution 2025-073 of the City Council of the City of Rocklin Awarding the Contract for the Bluffs Subdivision ADA Ramps Phase 2 to Hyatt Contracting, Inc., and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Hyatt Contracting, Inc.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
There were none.
Motion to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. C1 through C4, and C6 by Council Member Broadway and seconded by Vice Mayor Bass. Passed by the following Councilmembers Bass, Broadway, Halldin, Janda
Mayor Gayaldo
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
Council Member Broadway requested to pull Consent Item No. C5 for discussion.
Aquatic Complex License Agreement with Rocklin Swim Team Action: Adopted Resolution 2025-072 of the City Council of the City of Rocklin Approving and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Aquatic Complex License Agreement with the Rocklin Swim Team.
Parks and Recreation Director Veronica Tracy presented the item to City Council.
City Council comments and discussion followed.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mr. Ken Thompson addressed the City Council sharing that his wife was experienced with aquatic programs.
Motion to approve Consent Calendar Item No. C5 by Council Member Halldin with an amendment to the contract to offer Open Swim five days a week, four hours a day, and no charges to Rocklin residents during the Open Swim period; seconded by Vice Mayor Bass. Passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Bass, Broadway, Halldin, Janda
Mayor Gayaldo
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
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PRESENTATIONS
P1. 2025 Ruhkala Community Service Award Presentation
Mayor Gayaldo introduced Community Recognition Commission Vice Chair Michele Vass who presented to the City Council, and along with Councilmembers, recognized the following honorees:
Rula Khatib - Individual Award
Debra Leonard - Individual Award
Maddie McCright, Youth Award
Finley Phelps - Youth Award
Kent & Anne Dazey - Pioneer Award
Kathy Magnuson - Pioneer Award
P2. Proclamation Declaring April 20-26, 2025 as National Volunteer Week Mayor Gayaldo read the proclamation and presented it to the Police and Fire volunteers and the Trail Keepers.
P3. Proclamation Declaring May 4-10, 2025 as Public Service Recognition Week Mayor Gayaldo read the proclamation and recognized those who work in the public sector.
The City Council took a recess at 7:32 p.m. and returned from its recess at 7:42 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PH1. Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 2025-2029 Five-Year Consolidated Plan, 2025- 2026 One-Year Action Plan, and Amendment to the Citizen Participation Plan Action: Conducted a Public Hearing and Considered the Following Action: Adopted Resolution 2025-074 of the City Council of the City of Rocklin Approving the Adoption of the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, the 2025-2026 One-Year Action Plan, and an Amendment to the Citizen Participation Plan and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute and File All Documents Required to Receive U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding.
Mayor Gayaldo opened the public hearing for Item PH1.
Management Analyst Gabrielle de Farcy presented the item to City Council.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Ms. Louise Arquilla with Stand Up Placer addressed the City Council and thanked the City for the funding recommendation.
Mayor Gayaldo closed the public hearing for item PH1.
Motion to approve Public Hearing Item No. PH1 by Councilmember Broadway seconded by Councilmember Halldin. Passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Bass, Broadway, Halldin, Janda
Mayor Gayaldo
Noes:
Absent: None
Abstain:
PH2. South Grove Street Apartments / Design Review, DR2024-0002 and Environmental, ENV2024-0008
Mayor Gayaldo opened the public hearing for Item PH2.
Senior Planner Bennett Smithhart presented the item to City Council.
City Council comments and discussion followed. Project applicant Akashdeep Grewal and Architect Mary Waltering, along with City staff addressed questions.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following members of the public addressed the City Council expressing concern about the proposed project:
Ms. Lisa Byrnes
Ms. Crystal Devoreux
Ms. Bonnie Ruhkala Neumann
Ms. Karin Bakotich
Mr. Fred Fletcher
Ms. RoyceAnn Ruhkala Burks
Mr. Trent Carter
Mr. Paul Ruhkala
Mr. Craig Miller
Mr. Casey Fairchild
Mayor Gayaldo closed the public hearing for item PH2.
City staff members including Senior Planner Smithhart, City Manager Zimmermann, City Attorney McOmber, and Community Development Director Mohlenbrok, and the FINAL Meeting Minutes of April 22, 2025 Rocklin City Council 6 | Page
project architect responded to additional questions.
Action: Conducted a Public Hearing and Considered the Following Actions:
A. Adopted Resolution 2025-075 of the City Council of the City of Rocklin Approving a Notice of Exemption (South Grove Street Apartments / ENV2024- 0008).
Motion to approve Public Hearing Item No. PH2.A. by Councilmember Broadway seconded by Councilmember Janda. Passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Bass, Broadway, Halldin, Janda
Mayor Gayaldo
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
B. Adopted Resolution 2025-076 of the City of Rocklin Approving a Design Review (South Grove Street Apartments / DR2024-0002).
Motion to approve Public Hearing Item No. PH2.B. by Councilmember Broadway with conditions that the applicant move forward with the three recommendations identified in the Traffic Memo intersection evaluation, and the additional landscape on South Grove Street; seconded by Councilmember Janda. Passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Bass, Broadway, Halldin, Janda
Mayor Gayaldo
Noes: None
Absent: None
PH3. Abatement of Public Nuisance (Weed Abatement) in Various Locations in the City of Rocklin
Action: Conducted a Public Hearing and Considered the Following Action: Adopted Resolution 2025-077 of the City of Rocklin Ordering Abatement of a Public Nuisance in Various Properties in the City of Rocklin (Weed Abatement).
Mayor Gayaldo opened the public hearing for Item PH3.
Public Services Manager Rick Lawrence presented the item to City Council.
City Clerk Avinta Singh announced that one objection was received from the following property owner: 1857 East Main Street LLC (APN 364-090-024-000).
PUBLIC COMMENT
There were none.
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Mayor Gayaldo closed the public hearing for item PH3.
Motion to approve Public Hearing Item No. PH3. allowing an objection for APN 364- 090-024-000 by Councilmember Broadway seconded by Councilmember Janda.
Passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Bass, Broadway, Halldin, Janda
Mayor Gayaldo
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
PH4. Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) Hearing and Approval of the Issuance of Revenue Bonds by the California Municipal Finance Authority for the Benefit of Pacific Street Housing Associates Four, L.P.
Action: Conducted a Public Hearing and Considered the Following Action: Adopted Resolution 2025-078 of the City Council of the City of Rocklin Approving a Plan of Finance including the Issuance of Revenue Bonds by the California Municipal Finance Authority to Finance and Refinance a Qualified Residential Rental Project for the Benefit of Pacific Street Housing Associates Four, L.P., and Certain Other Matters Relating Thereto.
Mayor Gayaldo opened the public hearing for Item PH4.
Management Analyst Megan Bressem presented the item to City Council.
City Council comments and discussion followed. City Manager Zimmermann addressed questions.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There were none.
Mayor Gayaldo closed the public hearing for item PH4.
Motion to approve Public Hearing Item No. PH4. by Councilmember Broadway seconded by Councilmember Janda. Passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Bass, Broadway, Halldin, Janda
Mayor Gayaldo
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain: None
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DISCUSSION ITEMS
D1. Public Works Report and Operational Outlook
Action: Received a Report from the Public Works Department About the Status of City Infrastructure and an Operational Outlook.
City Manager Zimmermann shared that Public Works Director Justin Nartker had been awarded Public Works Manager of the Year by the American Public Works Association Sacramento Chapter.
Public Works Director Justin Nartker and Administrative Services Deputy Director Daniel Choe, presented the item to the City Council.
City Council comments and discussion followed. Public Works Director Nartker and City Manager Zimmermann responded to Councilmember questions. The City Council commended the Public Works Department for the wonderful work, spoke favorably of the Access Rocklin application and quick response by staff.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mr. Benjamin Bjorkman addressed the City Council offering comments on the managed grazing program.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
There were none.
Members of the City Council left the Council Chambers and reconvened Closed Session at 10:32 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION
CS3. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.95, Liability Claim. Claimant: Chad Vert Agency Claimed Against: City of Rocklin
CS4. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4), Conference with Legal Counsel, Anticipated Litigation: the City Council is Meeting to Consider Whether to Initiate Litigation in One Case.
Members of the City Council returned to the Council Chambers at 11:02 p.m.
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
There was no reportable action.
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ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Gayaldo adjourned the meeting at 11:02 p.m.
This is to certify that the foregoing is a true and
correct copy of the minutes of April 22, 2025 as
approved by the Rocklir City Council.
elts,
Avinta Singh, City Cler
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