Krista Bernasconi, Mayor
Karen Alvord, Vice Mayor
Bruce Houdesheldt, Councilmember
Tracy Mendonsa, Councilmember
Pauline Roccucci, Councilmember
Dominick Casey, City Manager
Michelle Sheidenberger, City Attorney
Carmen Avalos, City Clerk
MINUTES
City Council Regular Meeting
September 17, 2025
6:00 PM
City Council Chambers, 311 Vernon Street
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Bernasconi called the meeting to order at 6:02 PM.
II. ROLL CALL
Present: Vice Mayor Alvord, Councilmember Houdesheldt, Councilmember Mendonsa, Councilmember Roccucci, Mayor Bernasconi.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Roseville High School Student, Kenny McClure, led the Pledge of Allegiance.
IV. MEETING PROCEDURES
Assistant City Clerk Helen Dreyer announced the procedures for addressing the City Council.
V. PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the first opportunity to make a public comment on non-agenda items.
No public comment received.
VI. PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation - Find the Good Day September 18, 2025
Summary: Proclaim September 18, 2025, as Find The Good Day and urge all residents to take part in this movement by finding the good in themselves, in others, and in their communities— and to celebrate the power of optimism and the enduring impact of positive action.
CONTACT: Blair Hutchison 916-774-5266 [email protected] City Council made the presentation to Junior League of Sacramento Advocacy Committee Member Tessa Shafer, who responded.
2. Proclamation - Prostate Cancer Awareness Month September 2025
Summary: Proclaim the month of September 2025 as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and urge citizens to acquaint themselves with the issues involved in Prostate Cancer Awareness.
CONTACT: Blair Hutchison 916-774-5266 [email protected] City Council made the presentation to John Albrecht, who responded.
VII. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Councilmember Mendonsa, seconded by Councilmember Houdesheldt, to remove item 12 for further discussion and to approve all remaining items as recommended. The motion passed.
Ayes: Vice Mayor Alvord, Councilmember Houdesheldt, Councilmember Mendonsa, Councilmember Roccucci, Mayor Bernasconi.
3. Transit System Operation and the South Placer County Transit Information - Agreement Amendment (PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT - TRANSPORTATION)
Summary: Staff recommends approval of an amendment to the agreement with MV Transportation, Inc. for the operation of the City of Roseville Transit System and the South Placer County Transit Information Center. On May 21, 2025, Council approved the original agreement for a grand total, including option years, of $83,392,752.80. Following approval, staff noticed an outdated pricing sheet and minor edits to the Liquidated Damages section in the agreement that must be replaced to be consistent with the funding amounts approved by the City Council. There is no fiscal impact with this action.
CONTACT: Ed Scofield 916-774-5449 [email protected] The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 25-302 approving a first amendment to agreement for City of Roseville transit system management, operations and call center services, by and between the City of Roseville and MV Transportation, Inc., and authorizing the City Manager to execute it on behalf of the City of Roseville.
4. Blue Oaks Boulevard Roadway and Bridge Widening Project - Budget Adjustment (PUBLIC
WORKS DEPARTMENT - ENGINEERING - CITY PROJECT'S)
Summary: Staff recommends approval of a budget adjustment to allocate $3.2 million in federal funding to the Blue Oaks Boulevard Widening Project, currently in design. The project will widen Blue Oaks Blvd. from Diamond Creek Blvd. to Highway 65 to its ultimate 8-lane configuration, including a new 4-lane bridge over Industrial Avenue and Union Pacific Railroad. Construction is anticipated to begin in 2027. The project is currently funded by FY2021-22 General Fund year- end budget surplus, and construction will be funded with any remaining design funds and Traffic Mitigation Fee funds.
CONTACT: Nick Bumb 916-746-1313 [email protected]
The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. Adopt Ordinance No. 6988 authorizing certain amendments to the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget and declaring this ordinance to be immediately effective as an appropriation measure.
5. 2025-2030 Short Range Transit Plan Adoption (PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT -
TRANSPORTATION)
Summary: Staff recommends approval of the Roseville Transit updated five-year Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP). This updated plan is for years 2025 through 2030. The plan provides a multi- year guideline for operations and capital investment strategies to better address changing transit needs. Adoption of the updated plan will have no direct fiscal impact to the City.
CONTACT: Ed Scofield 916-774-5449 [email protected] The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 25-301 adopting the Short Range Transit Plan.
6. Wastewater Collections Cured-in-Place Lining Equipment and Fleet Truck and Equipment Purchases – Purchase Order and Budget Adjustment (ENVIRONMENTAL UTILITIES
DEPARTMENT - WASTEWATER)
Summary: Staff recommends approval of a purchase order to Vortex Holdco, LLC dba Vortex Technology Group, LLC for one (1) Ford F600 truck, with an 18-foot enclosed box body and a UV8000 lining equipment system utilizing the Helping Governments Across the Country Buy (HGACBuy) contract #TP07-25 in the amount of $961,443; and the purchase of (1) Schwalm Talpa FSR 1330 and 2060 Robotics Cutting System for sewer rehabilitation installed into Fleet ID 22-356 as a retrofit utilizing HGACBuy contract #TP07-25 in the amount of $286,577. The total cost of the truck, equipment, robotics, including transportation costs, shall not exceed $1,272,120. Funding for the Vortex Technology truck and equipment is included in the FY2025- 26 Fleet Replacement Fund budget. Staff also recommends approval of a budget adjustment of $14,120 for the Sewer Collection System Cured-in-Place Pipe (CIPP) Rehabilitation Project, which is funded by the Wastewater Rehabilitation Fund. This budget adjustment increases the budget to fund the transportation costs plus contingency associated with the purchase of a new truck equipped with CIPP lining equipment through the Fleet Replacement Fund. The new truck will allow Wastewater Collections staff to perform trenchless repair and rehabilitation work on existing sewer mains.
CONTACT: Loni Randolph 916-746-1898 [email protected] The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. Approve a purchase order to Vortex Holdco, LLC dba Vortex Technology Group, LLC; and
b. Adopt Ordinance No. 6989 authoring certain amendments to the fiscal year 2025-26 budget and declaring this ordinance to be immediately effective as an approporiation measure.
7. After School Education and Safety Program - Memorandum of Understanding (PARKS,
RECREATION, AND LIBRARIES DEPARTMENT - RECREATION)
Summary: Staff recommends approval of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Roseville City School District (RCSD) to provide the After School Education and Safety Program (ASES) at Woodbridge and Cirby Elementary schools. Per this MOU, RCSD will provide the City up to $305,000 in the current fiscal year to offset the City's operational expenses for the ASES program. Funding is included in the Parks, Recreation & Libraries budget in the Youth Development Fund.
CONTACT: Jeff Nereson 916-774-5974 [email protected] The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 25-296 approving a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Roseville and the Roseville City School District, and authorizing the City Manager to execute it on behalf of the City of Roseville.
8. Cybersecurity Endpoint Detection and Response System - Contract Purchase Agreement (INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT - INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTIONS) Summary: Staff recommends approval of a contract purchase agreement with ePlus Technology Inc. in the amount of $103,612.85 for the one-year renewal of the Cybersecurity Endpoint Detection and Response system. Funding is included in the Information Technology Operations Fund budget.
CONTACT: Cesar Gamez 916-774-5408 [email protected] The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 25-298 approving a a contract purchase agreement with ePlus Technology Inc. and authorizing the City Manager to execute it on behalf of the City of Roseville.
9. Ammunition - Sole Source Purchase Orders (POLICE DEPARTMENT) Summary: Staff recommends approval of sole source purchase orders with Miwall Corporation in the amount of $112,058.93 and San Diego Police Equipment in the amount of $81,936.31, for a combined total of $193,995.24 to provide Police Duty Ammunition. Miwall Corporation is the exclusive distributor for Hornady 9mm ammunition and San Diego Police Equipment is the exclusive distributor for Speer LE .223 Ammunition. Funding is included in the Police Department's FY2025-26 budget in the General Fund.
CONTACT: Mark Peinado 916-774-5021 [email protected] The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. Approve sole source purchase orders with Miwall Corporation in the amount of $112,058.93 and San Diego Police Equipment in the amount of $81,936.31, for a combined total of $193,995.24 in the current fiscal year to provide Police Duty Ammunition.
10. All Band Portable Radio - Sole Source Purchase Order (POLICE DEPARTMENT) Summary: Staff recommends approval of a sole source purchase order with Motorola Solutions, Inc. in the amount of $531,477.30 in the current fiscal year to provide All Band Portable Radios.
Motorola Solutions, Inc. is the manufacturer of the APX 8000 All Band Portable Radio, which contains proprietary hardware and software components that are only available through Motorola. Funding of $500,000 for this purchase was included in the Police Portable Radio Replacement project, through the Equipment Replacement Fund, in the adopted FY2025-26 budget. Staff will be bringing forward a recommended budget adjustment for Council consideration at an upcoming Council meeting to fund the additional costs.
CONTACT: Mark Peinado 916-774-5021 [email protected] The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. Approve a sole source purchase order to Motorola Solutions, Inc. for the purchase of 57 All Band Portable Radios in the amount of $531,477.30.
11. Police Body Armor Helmets - Purchase Order (POLICE DEPARTMENT) Summary: Staff recommends approval of a purchase order with Black Box Safety, Inc. for the purchase of Police Body Armor Helmets in the amount of $75,500.43. Funding for this purchase in the amount of $40,000 was included in the Police Department's FY2025-26 departmental budget in the General Fund. The remaining $35,500.43 will be funded by the Police Equipment Replacement project in the Equipment Replacement Fund.
CONTACT: Mark Peinado 916-774-5021 [email protected] The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. Approve a purchase order to Black Box Safety, Inc. for the purchase of Police Body Armor Helmets.
12. 2025 Building Standards Code Adoption (FIRE DEPARTMENT) Summary: Staff recommends City Council introduce for first reading an ordinance amending Title 16 of the Roseville Municipal Code, which prescribes regulations governing building standards and conditions hazardous to life and property, as well as adopt an urgency ordinance to be effective September 17, 2025. The fiscal impact on the City includes new code resources and staff training on the updated Building Code Standards. These costs have been accounted for within the current budgets of both the Fire Department and the Development Services Department in the General Fund.
CONTACT: Michael Bradley 916-774-5400 [email protected] The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. Adopt Ordinance No. 6990 re-adopting and amending Chapters 16.04 and 16.16 of Title 16 of the Roseville Municipal Code regarding buildings and construction and the Fire Code, and
declaring this ordinance to be effective September 17, 2025 as an urgency ordinance; and
b. Recommend that the City Council introduce for first reading an ordinance amending Title 16 of the Roseville Municipal Code, which prescribes regulations governing building standards and conditions hazardous to life and property.
Item was removed by Jennifer Chapman to provide comments.
Motion by Vice Mayor Alvord, seconded by Councilmember Houdesheldt, to adopt Ordinance No. 6990 re-adopting and amending Chapters 16.04 and 16.16 of Title 16 of the Roseville Municipal Code regarding buildings and construction and the Fire Code, and declaring this ordinance to be effective September 17, 2025 as an urgency ordinance; and recommend that the City Council introduce for fist reading an ordinance amending Title 16 of the Roseville Municipal Code, which prescribes regulations governing building standards and conditions hazardous to life and property. The motion passed.
Ayes: Vice Mayor Alvord, Councilmember Houdesheldt, Councilmember Mendonsa, Councilmember Roccucci, Mayor Bernasconi.
13. Minutes of Prior Meetings (CITY CLERK DEPARTMENT)
Summary: Staff recommends approval of the minutes of the September 3, 2025 City Council Meeting.
CONTACT: Melissa Lipp 916-774-5268 [email protected] The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. Approve the minutes of the September 3, 2025 City Council Meeting.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
VIII. PRESENTATIONS/REPORTS
14. Council Discretionary Funds - The Gathering Inn (CITY MANAGER DEPARTMENT - CITY
MANAGER)
Summary: Staff recommends Council consider providing sponsorship to The Gathering Inn from Council Discretionary Funds for the annual Gathering for Hope 2025 event. This year's theme is Glitz & Glam Gala taking place at the Rocklin Event Center on Friday, November 14, 2025. The City has funded prior events in the amount of $3,000. The balance in the Council Discretionary Funds for FY2025-26 is $20,821.
CONTACT: Amy Ruiz 916-746-1362 [email protected]
The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. Consider providing sponsorship to The Gathering Inn.
Assistant City Clerk Helen Dreyer made the presentation to the City Council.
The Gathering Inn Executive Vice President, Nick Golling, spoke in support of the item.
Jennifer Chapman spoke in support of the item.
Father Cliff Haggenjos spoke in support of the item.
Motion by Vice Mayor Alvord, seconded by Councilmember Mendonsa, to approve sponsorship to The Gathering Inn in the amount of $3000. The motion Passed.
Ayes: Vice Mayor Alvord, Councilmember Mendonsa, Councilmember Roccucci, Mayor Bernasconi.
No: Councilmember Houdesheldt.
15. Westpark Community Facilities District No. 1 Bond Refunding (FINANCE DEPARTMENT) Summary: Staff recommends Council adopt the Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of Special Tax Refunding Bonds for and on Behalf of the City of Roseville Westpark Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 1 (Public Facilities), Approving and Directing the Execution of a Fiscal Agent Agreement, Approving the Form of Preliminary Official Statement, Approving Sale of Such Bonds Pursuant to Bond Purchase Agreement, and Approving Other Related Documents and Actions.
Refunding the Westpark CFD No. 1 bonds is projected to generate net present value savings of approximately 6.4% (approximately $3.1 million). The savings will accelerate repayment of the infrastructure reimbursement obligation to the developer, which is expected to be retired within five years. Once repaid, the portion of the special tax tied to that obligation will be removed, lowering costs for property owners.
CONTACT: Jeannine Thrash 916-774-5473 [email protected] The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 25-299 authorizing the issuance of special tax refunding bonds for and on behalf of the city of Roseville Westpark Community Facilities District No. 1 (public facilities), approving and directing the execution of a fiscal agent agreement, approving the form of preliminary official statement, approving sale of such bonds pursuant to bond purchase agreement, and approving other related documents and actions.
Finance Director Scott Pettingell made the presentation to the City Council.
No public comment received.
Motion by Councilmember Houdesheldt, seconded by Councilmember Roccucci, to adopt Resolution No. 25-299 authorizing the issuance of special tax refunding bonds for and on behalf of the City of Roseville Westpark Community Facilities District No. 1(public facilities), approving and directing the execution of a fiscal against agreement, approving the form of preliminary official statement, approving sale of such bonds pursuant to bond purchase agreement, and approving other related documents and actions. The motion passed.
Ayes: Vice Mayor Alvord, Councilmember Houdesheldt, Councilmember Mendonsa, Councilmember Roccucci, Mayor Bernasconi.
16. Direction on City Council Compensation (CITY ATTORNEY DEPARTMENT) Summary: Staff recommends City Council provide direction on a possible Charter amendment related to authorizing the voters to adjust City Council compensation—which was most recently increased 25 years ago to $600/month ($650 for the mayor)—including proposed language.
CONTACT: Joseph Speaker 916-774-5325 [email protected] The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. Provide direction to staff on whether to pursue a Roseville Charter amendment related to City Council compensation, including direction on proposed language.
Assistant City Attorney Joe Speaker made the presentation to the City Council.
Placer County Supervisor Bonnie Gore spoke in support of the item.
David Schwegel spoke in support of the item.
Father Cliff Haggenjos spoke in support of the item.
City Council directed staff to pursue a Roseville Charter amendment using Option 1: Draft language that defaulted to the maximum limits under state law for a general law city of similar population size ($2,550 per month), provided for an automatic inflationary adjustment each year, allowed the compensation to be adjusted in the future through an ordinance amendment requiring at least two meetings (rather than a Charter amendment going to voters), and have the new compensation amount be effective immediately upon voter approval, and for future changes, upon ordinance adoption.
17. Prohousing Designation - Draft Application Renewal (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES - PLANNING) Summary: Staff recommends Council receive a presentation on the draft application for the renewal of the City's Prohousing Designation. There is no fiscal impact on the City's General Fund.
CONTACT: Lauren Hocker 916-774-5272 [email protected] The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. This is an informational item and requires no City Council action.
Planning Manager Greg Bitter introduced Senior Planner Lauren Hocker, who made the presentation to the City Council.
No public comment received.
This is an informational item and requires no City Council action.
18. City of Roseville Homelessness Strategy and Response Plan (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT)
Summary: Staff recommends approval of a Homelessness Strategy and Response Plan that outlines how the City manages and mitigates the impacts of homelessness while connecting individuals and families to housing, services, and long-term solutions. The Homelessness Strategy and Response Plan includes Roseville’s strategic framework to prevent and reduce homelessness; specific actions the City is taking under each strategy; the City’s role in regional collaboration and its position on emergency shelters; and key principles guiding future planning, investment, and communication. In Fiscal Year 2025–26, the City allocated more than $25 million toward homelessness-related initiatives. This included funding for voucher assistance, homelessness prevention, rapid rehousing, affordable and transitional housing development, interdepartmental staffing, and environmental cleanup efforts.
CONTACT: Melissa Anguiano 916-774-5284 [email protected] The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 25-297 adopting the City of Roseville Homelessness Strategy and Response Plan and affirming the City Council’s commitment to a comprehensive and compassionate approach to homelessness.
Economic Development Director Melissa Anguiano introduced Government and Community Relations Manager Rob Baquera and made the presentation to the City Council.
Government and Community Relations Manager Rob Baquera continued the presentation.
Placer County Supervisor Bonnie Gore spoke in support of the item and would like an amendment to the resolution.
Paul Cominsky spoke on the need for a shelter.
Angel Rivero requested an amendment to the Resolution.
Nancy Schwegel spoke on a book and movie about homelessness.
David Schwegel spoke on communities that do and do not handle homelessness well.
Steven Alesci spoke on the need for an emergency shelter or tent city.
Bri spoke on the need for a shelter.
Beth Gonzalves spoke in support of a shelter in Roseville and asked to delete a sentence in the resolution.
Sergei spoke in support of the resolution.
Stan Buckles spoke in support of shelters.
Herman Barahona with the Sacramento Environmental Justice Coalition requested a change in the resolution language and the need for a shelter.
Roseville Area Chamber of Commerce President & Chief Executive Officer, Ananda Rochita, spoke in support of building a community partnership.
Father Cliff Haggenjos spoke on shelters as the beginning step of getting support.
Motion by Councilmember Houdesheldt, seconded by Councilmember Mendonsa, to adopt Resolution No. 25-297 adopting the City of Roseville Homelessness Strategy and Response Plan and affirming the City Council's commitment to a comprehensive and compassionate approach to homelessness. The motion passed.
IX. PUBLIC HEARINGS
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC: Public Hearing Process
City Council, when considering the matter, will take the following actions:
1. Open the Public Hearing
2. Presentation by staff
3. Presentation by applicant or appellant
4. Accept public testimony
5. Appellant or applicant rebuttal period
6. Close the Public Hearing
7. City Council comments and questions
8. City Council action
Any challenges in court about public hearing matters noticed on this agenda may be limited to only those issues, that were raised orally at the public hearing or in written form received by the City on or before the hearing.
Public Hearings listed for continuance will be continued and posting of this agenda will serve as notice of continuation.
19. Community Development Block Grant 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT - HOUSING)
Summary: Staff recommends approving the 2024 Program Year Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report, and authorize the City Manager to execute necessary documents and certifications on behalf of the City for submittal to the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development. Community Development Block Grant funding is provided as a federal grant to the City. These grants are used to offset potential costs to the General Fund and to serve the community. This item does not impact the City's General Fund.
CONTACT: Michelle Wurster 916-774-5469 [email protected] The City Council will consider the recommendation to:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 25-300 approving the 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to submit the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 2024 CAPER to the U. S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD).
Mayor Bernasconi opened the Public Hearing at 8:31 p.m.
Housing Manager Trisha Isom introduced Housing Analyst Michelle Wurster, who made the presentation to the City Council.
No public comment received.
Mayor Bernasconi closed the Public Hearing at 8:36 p.m.
Motion by Councilmember Houdesheldt, seconded by Councilmember Mendonsa, to adopt Resolution No. 25-300 approving the 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to submit the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 2024 CAPER to the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD). The motion passed.
Ayes: Vice Mayor Alvord, Councilmember Houdesheldt, Councilmember Mendonsa, Councilmember Roccucci, Mayor Bernasconi.
X. PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the second opportunity to make a public comment on non-agenda items.
No public comment received.
XI. STAFF/COUNCIL REPORTS
No Staff/Council Reports.
XII. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Bernasconi adjourned the meeting at 8:38 p.m.