City Council Meeting Agenda
Monday, May 04, 2026 at 6:00 PM
33 Church Street, Sutter Creek, CA 95685
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1. Call to Order and Establish a Quorum for Regular Meeting
2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
3. Public Forum
At this time, the public is permitted to address the City Council on items not appearing on the agenda.
Comments may not exceed 5 minutes. In accordance with State Law, however, no action or discussion may take place on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. The City Council may respond to statements made or questions asked or may request Staff to report back at a future meeting on the matter. The exceptions under which the City Council may discuss and/or take action on items not appearing on the agenda are contained in Government Code §54954.2. Public comment on any item listed below shall be limited to five minutes, unless additional time is permitted by the Mayor/Council.
4. City Manager’s Report
This section is an opportunity to provide Council members with a brief status update on staff activities. No action is expected to be taken by the Council.
5. Presentations
1 None.
6. Approval of Minutes
A. City Council Minutes of April 20, 2026.
Recommendation: By motion, approve minutes as presented.
7. Consent Agenda
Items listed on the consent agenda are considered routine and shall be enacted in one motion. Any item may be removed for discussion at the request of Council or the Public.
A. Sales and Use Tax Data Access Authorizations
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 25-26-xx, thereby re-verifying authorizations for management staff and HdL to view Sales & Use Tax data provided by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration.
B. Adopt Resolution No. 25-26-21 (Revised) - City Council Resolution to Adopt by Reference Amador County's 2025 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP)
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 25-26-21 (Revised), correcting administrative errors and reaffirming the City’s adoption by reference of the Amador County 2025 Updated Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) into the Safety Element of the City of Sutter Creek General Plan.
8. Ordinances and Public Hearing
None.
9. Administrative Agenda
A. FY26-27 Budget Planning Project Priorities
Recommendation: Review the projects, priorities and use of funds, and provide feedback to staff to inform the FY26-27 budget process.
B. Information Report on 2026 Swimming Pool Season
Recommendation: Review and provide comments
C. Delinquent Sewer Notice
Recommendation: Receive preliminary report from City staff regarding the current status of delinquent wastewater / sewer bills as of March 31, 2026.
10. Mayor and Council Member Reports
This section is to provide Council members an opportunity to present updates on their activities and to request items be placed on future agendas.
11. City Attorney’s Report
This section provides an opportunity for the City Attorney to report on any activities or upcoming legislation of importance to the City. No action is expected to be taken by the Council. 2 12. Information and Correspondence
13. Closed Session
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING LITIGATION
(Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code) Joshua Benedict v. County of Amador et al. (and the City of Sutter Creek) U.S. District Court, Eastern Dist. Cal., Case No. 2:26-cv-00236-JAM-AC
14. Report from Closed Session
15. Adjournment
The next regularly scheduled meeting is May 18, 2026.
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Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM
33 Church Street, Sutter Creek, CA 95685
The Agenda can be found on the City’s Website: www.cityofsuttercreek.org
1. Call to Order and Establish a Quorum for Regular Meeting Mayor Gunselman called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
Present: Mayor Claire Gunselman, Vice Mayor Sierk, Council Members Susan Feist (arrived 6:05 PM), and Dan Riordan.
Absent: Councilmember Jim Swift
City Treasurer: Victoria Runquist (absent)
Staff: Tom DuBois - City Manager, Derek Cole - City Attorney, Dan LaFontaine - Public Works Director, Mason Peters - Finance Supervisor, Erin Ventura - Contract City Planner, and Pam Caronongan - City Clerk
2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Mayor Gunselman led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Public Forum
1. Frank Cunha - Spoke regarding the history of Miner’s Bend Park and the Sutter Creek Foundation, and the much-needed maintenance for Miner’s Bend Park. In addition, he spoke regarding Knight Foundry
2. Mr. Ryan - spoke against having a dispensary in Sutter Creek, and shared data highlighting the dangers of cannabis use.
3. Mark Fryan, D.O. - spoke against having a dispensary in Sutter Creek, and shared data refuting data previously shared by Embarc via Correspondence.
4. City Manager’s Report
City Manager DuBois provided his report to the City Council. City Manager DuBois and City Attorney also provided responses to inquiries and requests for clarification from the City Council.
City Manager DuBois’ presentation can be reviewed via this link: https://www.cityofsuttercreek.org/citycouncil/meeting/city-council-meeting-149 4 Section 6, Item A.
5. Presentations
None.
6. Approval of Minutes
A. City Council Minutes of April 6, 2026
Recommendation: By motion approve minutes as presented.
Vice Mayor Sierk provided clarification for Section 10 of the draft meeting minutes regarding her report during April 6, 2026. In her comments regarding the Air Quality Board discussions, she stated that she was referring to having a “voluntary fee” reflected on the bills / correspondence that are sent by the City to the residents or having a dropbox where residents can voluntarily contribute funds to help offset the costs.
Motion made by Council Member Riordan, seconded by Vice Mayor Sierk to approve the City Council Meeting Minutes of April 6, 2026 with modifications as requested by City Council.
AYES: Mayor Gunselman, Vice Mayor Sierk, and Council Members Feist, and Riordan ABSENT: Council Member Swift
ABSTAIN: None
NOES: None
MOTION CARRIED 4-0
7. Consent Agenda
A. Accept List of Projects for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 Funded by Senate Bill (SB) 1 - the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 25-26-xx, approving the project list for the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 for FY 2026-27 (also known as SB 1), and authorizing submittal of reports and list to the California Transportation Commission.
Motion made by Vice Mayor Sierk, seconded by Council Member Riordan to approve all items listed in the Consent Agenda.
AYES: Mayor Gunselman, Vice Mayor Sierk, and Council Members Feist, and Riordan ABSENT: Council Member Swift
ABSTAIN: None
NOES: None
MOTION CARRIED 4-0
8. Ordinances and Public Hearing
A. Extended Moratorium on Temporary Residential Uses
Recommendations:
1. Consider extending, for 10 months and 15 days, a moratorium on the review, processing, or approval of new temporary residential uses to give the City sufficient time to formulate a permanent ordinance regulating such uses.
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2. Waive the first and second readings by substitution of the title, and introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 25-26-xx - An Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Sutter Creek Extending a Moratorium on the Permitting of Temporary Residential Uses within City Limits.
After the City Council’s brief discussion, City Attorney Cole advised the City Council that a minimum of four “aye” votes are needed for the urgency ordinance to be introduced and adopted.
Mayor Gunselman opened the public hearing at 6:34 PM and welcomed public comments. Zero (0) public comments were received.
Mayor Gunselman closed the public hearing at 6:35 PM.
Motion made by Council Member Riordan, seconded by Vice Mayor Sierk to waive the first and second readings by substitution of the title, and introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 25-26-xx.
AYES: Mayor Gunselman, Vice Mayor Sierk, and Council Members Feist, and Riordan ABSENT: Council Member Swift
ABSTAIN: None
NOES: None
MOTION CARRIED 4-0
9. Administrative Agenda
A. Consideration of Moving to an Appointed Treasurer
Staff recommends that Council
1. Discuss and provide direction to staff regarding the placement of a measure on the November 2026 General Election ballot to make the office of City Treasurer appointive.
2. Direct staff to prepare the necessary resolutions to, upon voter approval, assign the statutory duties and title of "City Treasurer" to the Finance Supervisor.
City Manager DuBois presented the report before the City Council. City Manager DuBois then introduced Ryan Domino, Assurance Partner at LSL CPAs (the City’s external audit firm), with the latter providing responses and clarification regarding the differences between an appointed versus an elected City Treasurer.
Finance Supervisor Peters concurred with Mr. Domino’s statements and responded to inquiries and requests for clarification from the City Council. Finance Supervisor Peters explained his current role in furnishing information for the City Treasurer’s monthly reporting process.
Mr. Domino explained that the systems of controls and the independent oversight, although handled differently, would not be compromised by switching from an elected City Treasurer to an appointed City Treasurer workflow model.
One (1) public comment was received from Cathy Castillo, who spoke against moving the City Treasurer position from an elected to an appointed post.
Vice Mayor Sierk asked regarding a job description for the City Treasurer position. City Manager DuBois replied that the City’s Municipal Code currently provides a high-level, general description of the City Treasurer’s duties and responsibilities.
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Motion made by Council Member Riordan, seconded by Council Member Feist directing staff to prepare the necessary resolutions to, upon voter approval, assign the statutory duties and title of “City Treasurer” to the Finance Supervisor.
AYES: Mayor Gunselman, Vice Mayor Sierk, and Council Members Feist, and Riordan ABSENT: Council Member Swift
ABSTAIN: None
NOES: None
MOTION CARRIED 4-0
B. Potential Short Term Rental Ordinance Discussion
Recommendation: Provide feedback on report and direction on next steps to either an ad-hoc committee or the planning commission.
Contract City Planner Ventura presented the report before the City Council. Contract City Planner Ventura and City Manager DuBois responded to inquiries and requests for clarification from the City Council.
The City Council inquired and requested more information from staff regarding the following:
1. Limiting the number of cars based on parameters, including but not limited to the number of bedrooms.
2. Defining “caps” based on percentages rather than a “hard number,” contingent on the current situation of the City’s short-term rental market.
3. Applying different percentages depending on the area, such as the Historic District.
4. How the City would handle the “wait list.”
In reviewing the draft ordinance presented by staff, the City Council discussed the following items per staff’s request for feedback and direction:
1. What is the total number of allowed STR within the City?
2. How is that number divided up within the City?
3. Since the City will be putting a cap on the number of STR permits issued, the City Council should determine how to handle a waitlist, if the cap is met.
4. Feedback regarding the stipulation added to the draft ordinance: “Waiting List. STR permit applications shall be reviewed on a first-come, first-serve basis with a waiting list for new STR permits once all authorized STR permits are issued.”
Based on the report and accompanying data presented by staff, the City Council had consensus on the following:
1. There is no need to form an “ad hoc” committee, and
2. Staff would start with the Planning Commission, with the latter recommending a draft ordinance for City Council discussion, approval, and adoption.
One (1) public comment was received. Mr. Byron Damiani shared his opinion and suggestion on matters to additionally consider regarding the “permanent” ordinance regarding STRs. 7 Section 6, Item A.
Motion made by Council Member Riordan, seconded by Vice Mayor Sierk directing staff to develop this agenda item for presentation before the Planning Commission, so that the Commission can review the City Council’s direction, conduct its independent study, and provide its recommendation(s) to support the City Council’s direction.
AYES: Mayor Gunselman, Vice Mayor Sierk, and Council Members Feist, and Riordan ABSENT: Council Member Swift
ABSTAIN: None
NOES: None
MOTION CARRIED 4-0
C. Tree Ordinance Discussion
Recommendation: Discuss Staff report and example ordinance, provide feedback and direction on a Sutter Creek Ordinance
Contract City Planner Ventura provided the report before the City Council, and City Manager DuBois facilitated the City Council discussion regarding this agenda item.
Staff requested the City Council to provide feedback on the following:
1. Does the majority of the City Council want a tree protection ordinance?
2. Species and sizes that are protected?
3. Any species over a certain size diameter?
4. Tree types for replacement
5. Permit process
6. Replacement policy
7. Enforcement
8. Fines and replacement costs
9. Defer first to the Planning Commission or form an ad-hoc committee? The City Council consensus indicated the following:
1. There should be a tree protection ordinance.
2. Defer this item first to the Planning Commission, and for the Commission to take the lead in developing the ordinance.
3. Penalties should be higher than currently proposed by staff.
4. Different diameter / separate line items for blue oak because this type of tree slowly grows.
5. There should be a permitting process.
Zero (0) public comment was received.
Motion made by Vice Mayor Sierk, seconded by Council Member Feist directing staff to develop this agenda item for presentation before the Planning Commission, so that the Commission can review the City Council’s direction, conduct its independent study, and provide its recommendation(s) to support the City Council’s direction.
AYES: Mayor Gunselman, Vice Mayor Sierk, and Council Members Feist, and Riordan ABSENT: Council Member Swift
ABSTAIN: None
NOES: None
MOTION CARRIED 4-0
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D. Long Range Financial Forecast (LRFF) from 2025 to 2030 Recommendation: Review and comment on the forecast and scenarios to inform the budget planning process.
City Manager DuBois and Finance Supervisor Peters presented the report before the City Council and responded to inquiries and requests for clarification from City Council.
The City Council inquired with staff regarding the following:
1. The continually-rising City cost due to County-related expenses/fees passed on to incorporated cities.
2. Conservative dispensary revenue presented by staff.
3. Additional revenue sources due to economic development such as additional housing / more residents, new developments, additional TOT, and new businesses.
Zero (0) public comment was received.
No motion or action made regarding this agenda item.
10. Mayor and Council Member Reports
The following members of the City Council provided reports:
1. Mayor Gunselman - With the City, the Visitor’s Center, and the Native Daughters working together, banners were ordered to temporarily beautify the area around the Palace.
11. City Attorney’s Report
City Attorney Cole stated that he had no items to report.
12. Information and Correspondence
A. Cover Memo for March 2026 City Staff Monthly Reports B. March 2026 Monthly Report - City Clerk
C. March 2026 Monthly Report - City Treasurer
D. March 2026 Monthly Report - Engineering
E. March 2026 Monthly Report - Finance
F. March 2026 Monthly Report - Marketing / Social Media G. March 2026 Monthly Report - Planning
H. March 2026 Monthly Report - Police
I. March 2026 Monthly Report - Public Works
J. Correspondence Received from Public
The City Council received all correspondence.
13. Closed Session
None.
14. Report from Closed Session
None.
15. Adjournment
Mayor Gunselman adjourned the meeting at 8:35 PM. The next regularly scheduled meeting is May 4, 2026.
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18 Main St., Sutter Creek, CA 95685 • Telephone: (209)267-5647 • Fax: (209)267-1655 • TTY: 711 The City of Sutter Creek is an equal opportunity service provider and employer ______________________________________________________________________________ TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: MAY 4, 2026
FROM: MASON PETERS, FINANCE SUPERVISOR
SUBJECT: ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-26-XX, THEREBY RE-VERIFYING
SALES & USE TAX DATA ACCESS AUTHORIZATIONS
TYPE: INFORMATION REPORT
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Resolution No. 25-26-xx, thereby re-verify authorizations for management staff to view Sales & Use Tax data provided by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration.
BACKGROUND
The City of Sutter Creek has had an agreement with Hinderliter de Llamas & Associates (HdL) to analyze our Sales & Use Tax data so we can better understand market trends so we can best position ourselves for long-term financial success. We renegotiated our agreement with them recently to include our new TUT revenue stream, and our last resolution on file with CDTFA will not satisfy the state’s requirements to allow the data to be disclosed to all parties that we have previously included on past resolutions.
DISCUSSION
HdL advised the City to adopt the resolution included with this Staff Report to alleviate any potential disclosure issues to all parties who need access to this data. The previous versions of our resolutions are insufficient to allow all necessary parties access to our sales tax data.
Approval of this resolution does not change any existing viewership permissions among staff of this confidential information, we are only going through this process to prevent future access issues.
FISCAL CONSIDERATION / IMPACT
None.
CONCLUSION AND NEXT STEPS
If this resolution is approved, we will send the signed copy to HdL and CDTFA, and all parties listed on the resolution will continue to have access to the Bradley-Burns tax data as well as the new TUT sales tax data while abiding by our new agreement with HdL.
ATTACHMENT
1. Draft Resolution
10 Section 7, Item A.
RESOLUTION NO. 25-26-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SUTTER CREEK
AUTHORIZING THE EXAMINATION OF SALES AND USE TAX RECORDS WHEREAS, pursuant to Ordinance Number 215, the City of Sutter Creek (City) entered into a contract with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (Department) to perform all functions incident to the administration and collection of sales and use taxes; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Sutter Creek deems it desirable and necessary for authorized officers, employees and representatives of the City to examine confidential sales or transactions and use tax records of the Department pertaining to sales and use taxes collected by the Department for the City pursuant to that contract; and
WHEREAS, Section 7056 of the California Revenue and Taxation Code sets forth certain requirements and conditions for the disclosure of Department records, and Section 7056.5 of the California Revenue and Taxation Code establishes criminal penalties for the unlawful disclosure of information contained in, or derived from, the sales or transactions and use tax records of the Department;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SUTTER CREEK HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1.
That the City Manager, City Clerk, City Attorney, Finance Director, Finance Supervisor, and Finance Manager, or other officer or employee of the City designated in writing by the City Manager to the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration is hereby appointed to represent the City with authority to examine sales or transactions and use tax records of the Department pertaining to sales and use taxes collected for the City by the Department pursuant to the contract between the City and the Department.
Section 2.
The information obtained by examination of Department records shall be used only for purposes related to the collection of City sales and use taxes by the Department pursuant to that contract, and for purposes related to the following governmental functions of the City:
(a) Sales, transaction, or use tax collection or administration; (b) Budgeting and forecasting of revenue;
(c) Capital improvement projects;
(d) Community and economic development; and
(e) Detection of misallocations and deficiencies.
The information obtained by examination of Department records shall be used only for those governmental functions of the City listed above.
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Section 3. That Hinderliter de Llamas & Associates is hereby designated to examine the sales or transactions and use tax records of the Department pertaining to sales and use taxes collected for the City by the Department. The person or entity designated by this section meets all of the following conditions, which are also included in the contract between the City and the Hinderliter de Llamas & Associates:
a) has an existing contract with the City to examine those sales or transactions and use tax records;
b) is required by that contract to disclose information contained in, or derived from, those sales or transactions and use tax records only to the officer or employee authorized under Section 1 of this resolution to examine the information. c) is prohibited by that contract from performing consulting services for a retailer during the term of that contract;
d) is prohibited by that contract from retaining the information contained in, or derived from those sales or transactions and use tax records, after that contract has expired.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the information obtained by examination of Department records shall be used only for purposes related to the collection of City sales and use taxes by the Department pursuant to the contract between the City and the Department and for those purposes relating to the governmental functions of the City listed in section 2 of this resolution.
Section 4. That this resolution supersedes all prior resolutions of the City Council of the City of Sutter Creek adopted pursuant to subdivision (b) of Revenue and Taxation Code section 7056.
THE FOREGOING RESOLUTION WAS DULY PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Sutter Creek at a regular meeting on May 4, 2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
CITY OF SUTTER CREEK
_________________________________
Claire Gunselman, Mayor
ATTEST
______________________________
Pamela Caronongan, City Clerk
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18 Main St., Sutter Creek, CA 95685 • Telephone: (209)267-5647 • Fax: (209)267-1655 • TTY: 711 The City of Sutter Creek is an equal opportunity service provider and employer ______________________________________________________________________________
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: MAY 4, 2026
FROM: TOM DUBOIS, CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: APPROVE CORRECTIONS TO THE ADOPTED CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 25-56-21, PERTAINING TO THE ADOPTION BY
REFERENCE OF AMADOR COUNTY’S UPDATED LOCAL HAZARD
MITIGATION PLAN (LHMP)
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Resolution No. 25-26-21 (Revised), correcting administrative errors and re-affirming the City’s adoption by reference of the Amador County 2025 Updated Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) into the Safety Element of the City of Sutter Creek General Plan.
BACKGROUND
On April 6, 2026, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 25-26-21 to "adopt by reference" the 2025 Amador County Updated Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). This adoption includes the plan’s entirety, appendices, and Annex.
The primary purpose of this action is to integrate the LHMP into the Safety Element of the City's General Plan. This ensures the City remains compliant with Assembly Bill 2140, which is necessary for the City to qualify for additional state disaster funding through the California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA).
DISCUSSION
During the finalization of the Resolution, staff identified clerical errors that require correction before the document can be officially filed. Specifically:
● The original draft incorrectly referenced approval by the Amador County Board of Supervisors instead of the City Council of the City of Sutter Creek. ● These references must be corrected to reflect that the City Council is the sole body adopting this plan for the City’s jurisdiction.
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2 [Staff Report - City Council Meeting 2026-05-04: Adopt Revised Resolution No. 25-26-21 (LHMP)]
The revised Resolution fixes these errors to ensure a clean administrative record. Once adopted, the corrected Resolution will be filed with the Amador County Office of Emergency Services (OES) to complete the local filing process.
BUDGET IMPACT
None
ATTACHMENT
1. RCC 25-26-21 - Resolution to Adopt LHMP
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RESOLUTION NO. 25-26-21 (REVISED)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SUTTER CREEK ADOPTING THE 2025 UPDATED LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN (LHMP),
INCLUDING ANNEX E (CITY OF SUTTER CREEK ANNEX), AND
INCORPORATING SAID PLAN BY REFERENCE INTO THE SAFETY ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH AB 2140
WHEREAS the City of Sutter Creek recognizes the threat that natural hazards pose to people and property within the County; and
WHEREAS the City of Sutter Creek has prepared a multi-hazard mitigation plan, hereby known as the 2025 Amador County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, including Annex E (City of Sutter Creek Annex), in accordance with federal laws, including the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as amended; the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as amended; and the National Dam Safety Program Act, as amended; and WHEREAS the 2025 Amador County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, including Annex E (City of Sutter Creek Annex), identifies mitigation goals and actions to reduce or eliminate long-term risk to people and property in the City of Sutter Creek from the impacts of future hazards and disasters; and
WHEREAS adoption by the Sutter Creek City Council demonstrates its commitment to hazard mitigation and achieving the goals outlined in the 2025 Amador County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, including Annex E (City of Sutter Creek Annex);-and WHEREAS the Sutter Creek City Council seeking FEMA approval of hazard mitigation plan desires to comply with the requirements of the Disaster Mitigation Act and to augment its emergency planning efforts by formally adopting the 2025 Amador County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, including Annex E (City of Sutter Creek Annex) by reference into the Safety Element of the City of Sutter Creek General Plan in accordance with the requirements of AB 2140; and.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Sutter Creek as follows:
In accordance with applicable law governing the adoption of resolutions, the City Council of the City of Sutter Creek adopts the 2025 Amador County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan including Annex E (City of Sutter Creek Annex). While content related to the City of Sutter Creek may require revisions to meet the plan approval requirements, changes occurring after adoption will not require the City of Sutter Creek to re-adopt any further iterations of the plan. Subsequent plan updates following the approval period for this plan will require separate adoption resolutions.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the City of Sutter Creek will submit this adoption resolution to the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), and FEMA Region IX officials to enable the plan's final approval in accordance with the requirements of the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 and to establish conformance with the requirements of AB 2140. 15 Section 7, Item B.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Sutter Creek at a regular meeting held on this 6th day of April 2026, by the following vote:
AYES: Mayor Gunselman, Vice Mayor Sierk, and Council Members Feist Riordan, and Swift.
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
PASSED AND ADOPTED the revised version of said Resolution with the necessary modifications as presented by staff by the City Council of the City of Sutter Creek at a regular meeting held on this 4th day of May 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
CITY OF SUTTER CREEK
_____________________________
Claire Gunselman, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Pam Caronongan, MMC, City Clerk
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18 Main St., Sutter Creek, CA 95685 • Telephone: (209)267-5647 • Fax: (209)267-1655 • TTY: 711 The City of Sutter Creek is an equal opportunity service provider and employer _____________________________________________________________________________
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: MAY 4, 2026
FROM: TOM DUBOIS, CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: PROJECT PRIORITIES AND USE OF FUNDS
RECOMMENDATION
Review the attached list of projects and suggested priorities and provide feedback to staff to feed into the FY26-27 budget process. Also provide feedback on the proposed uses of the Transactions and Use Tax (local sales tax / TUT) funds.
BACKGROUND
Each year we attempt to accomplish a variety of capital projects and investments in equipment as our budget allows. With the addition of local sales tax revenue from our TUT tax, we have an additional source of funds.
The TUT was passed with the understanding that the funds would be used for essential city services including:
● Repairing potholes and maintaining city roads
● Maintaining rapid emergency response times
● Repairing storm drains at the same time as roads for efficiency ● Attracting and retaining qualified police officers for police patrols ● Managing flammable brush and vegetation to prevent wildfires ● Helping Sutter Creek qualify for state and federal matching funds that will otherwise go to other cities and regions
● Supporting local businesses
The resolution and ballot language is attached to this report.
DISCUSSION
The draft budget brought to council is mostly focused on the ongoing business of the city, primarily staff and department costs to get the day-to-day business of the city completed. Each year we also include new projects, investing in equipment that needs to be replaced, and other improvements. Below we have prioritized the top projects by category for discussion and review. We do not expect to be able to fund all of these projects. Even if we could fund them all, we likely couldn’t complete this many projects. At this point, we are looking for feedback on the priorities. Projects will be funded in priority order based on available funds and as we develop a more detailed project staffing plan. 17 Section 9, Item A.
2 In FY26, we are projecting to receive $588,432 in TUT funds. In FY27, with a modest growth rate of 3%, we are expecting to receive $606,085.
Street and Sidewalks
$50,000 was allocated from the TUT fund in FY25-26 to be used for repaving and improvements to Broadway to take advantage of a project AWA is doing to fix issues with their water pipes. While the project was started, it is not completed, so the funds have not yet been fully expended; we have $40,000 remaining to roll over into the FY26-27 budget.
Priority Project Estimated
Cost Description TUT?
Street, Sidewalks, Storm Drains
1 Sutter Hill Road paving $800,000
Streets, ACTC $610,000 ,
Measure P or Overages can be
brought to ACTC board
$190,000
2 David Drive (50 tons of asphalt) $10,000 Repave in front of driveways (4 homes) $10,000
3 Randolph and Boston Alley intersection (storm drain and repave intersection with 15 tons of asphalt) $5,500 Monteverde project? Sep street project $5,500 4 Gopher Flat Speed tables? / Cushions $12,000
In touch with Traffic company
getting quote (2 cushions and
installation)
$12,000
5 Gopher Flat restriping (must have for next year) $19,500 Thermo (not paint) and reflectors every 15 feet. $19,500
6 Old 49 Pedestrian Shoulder $75,000 $75,000
7 Bike/Ped Path Signage to Amador City $1,000 Crosswalk and signs $1,000 8 Gopher street / main street crosswalk $12,500
Move two ADA crosswalk
sidewalk transition pieces
reinstall crosswalk
$12,500
9 B&B sidewalk - limestone / asphalt Main $7,500 Asphalt overlay (job is difficult not confident in estimate) $7,500
10 Crestview subdivision Sidewalks $20,000 Can do lifts over 1/2" only for $11,000 $20,000
11 Mare Street (entire road, 80 tons of asphalt) OR $0 Accounted for as part of I/I projects , 15,000
12 Mare Street (landing, cheaper option than above, 15 tons asphalt) $0 Accounted for as part of I/I projects. $5,000 Improvements and repaving of Sutter Hill road is the number one Street project in the upcoming year. Work has already begun on weed reduction and tree cleanup. Transportation impact fees from ACTC will be used to fund $610,000 of the project. Several storm drains need to be redone and it includes three intersections which has increased the cost estimate to $800,000. We are going out to bid, and once bids come in, we can approach ACTC for additional funds. If those are not awarded, we are recommending the use of TUT to complete this project. 18 Section 9, Item A.
18 Main St., Sutter Creek, CA 95685 • Telephone: (209)267-5647 • Fax: (209)267-1655 • TTY: 711 The City of Sutter Creek is an equal opportunity service provider and employer David Drive, while not a high priority road, is a critical repair. Wastewater line repairs left a large gap at the end of each driveway and we feel the City has an obligation to complete the repair.
Randolph and Boston Alley have severe storm drain issues with water pooling on the street constantly. With grants and funding assistance coming on the Monteverde Store, this is a great time to fix this key intersection.
Council has gotten many complaints about speeding and dangerous shoulders on Gopher Flat road. We need to restripe the center line and believe that speed tables are a cost effective way to improve walking, biking and driving.
Old 49 Pedestrian Shoulder Project is a project to make it safer to walk from locations beyond the end of main street. There are already existing wide street areas, partial sidewalks and existing shoulders. With some asphalt, a better walking path can be created that would connect Main street, Element, Kaos Glass, the Trading Post, Hanford Garden, and the Kiota Hotel, alongside Old 49.
Facilities
Priority Project Estimat
ed Cost Description TUT?
1 Monteverde gutter $1,000 Native Sons/Grant, high bid was $25,000
2 Monteverde Wall/floor $3,000 Native Sons/Grant, high bid was $25,000, volunteers do labor
3 Monteverde HVAC $15,000 Native Sons/Grant
4 Monteverde Electrical issues $10,000 Duck Race Money, Estimate, George getting formal quote
5 Auditorium HVAC $50,000 $40,000 donation
6 Auditorium (repair siding and repaint entire building, last year received bid for 36K) $40,000
7 Admin Building - Roof $20,000 Roof past expected life need new 8 Monteverde Roof $20,000
We have several critical facility needs. The Duck Race is applying funds to the Monteverde General Store Museum and we are applying for a Native Sons grant. A donor has offered to help with HVAC in the auditorium. Roof, siding and paint are needed items that will result in higher costs if put off.
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4 Wastewater
Priority Project Estimated
Cost Description TUT?
1 I/I Projects $500,000 5 of the most critical projects 2 Smart Covers (purchase one for lift station) $7,700
3 Change inlet valve at Preston Forebay $30,000 ARSA
4 Freshwater diversion (50K total, 25K already paid??) $25,000 ARSA Staff is slowing down wastewater capital spending in the interest of growing reserves as we move closer to construction of a new wastewater treatment plant. Having healthy reserves makes us more appealing to lenders, and it shows grant processors that we have ‘skin in the game’ in regards to raising rates and putting excess funds away to go towards this end goal. Some projects are unavoidable, however. We have done about $1M of I/I repairs each of the last two years.
Reducing I/I reduces the cost of the new plant and ongoing operations. We are looking at a smaller I/I project in the upcoming fiscal year - 5 critical projects for about $500,000. These projects are all out of enterprise funds.
Parks
Priority Project Estimated
Cost Description TUT?
1 Creek Cleanup - root ball project $11,000
Biologists initial study surveys
and construction monitoring
($40-60/hour)
$11,000
2 Bryson Pump Track $0 Amador Community Foundation
Grant of $10,000
3 New 3-way valve for pool $4,380 Must replace
4 Beautification Projects - Gateway Park $5,000 Irrigation, planting $5,000 4 Vehicles (need to replace Erics vehicle and or build up funds for next year) $20,000 Need to keep up with vehicle repairs 5 ADA Mini Provis Project $15,000
Engineering costs, $125K for
equipment,wheelchair friendly
material below
6 Bryson Playground Chips $10,000 4 truck loads (can reduce in increments of 2500 if tight)
7 Sutter Hill Road Beautification (wall of flowers) $1,000 Supports Main Street business, volunteer opportunity $1,000
9 Beautification of area by creek (sprinkler system and grass 2,500 square feet) $7,500 Near Minnie Provis
One of the PW trucks needs replacing due to age and use. We believe it should be a priority for FY27, since they rely on their vehicles heavily to perform their duties in a timely, proper manner.
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18 Main St., Sutter Creek, CA 95685 • Telephone: (209)267-5647 • Fax: (209)267-1655 • TTY: 711 The City of Sutter Creek is an equal opportunity service provider and employer Code Enforcement / Administrative Projects
Priority Project Estimated
Cost Description TUT?
1 Code enforcement w legal fund $50,000 Estimate for one major legal action $50,000
2 Weed Abatement/Fire prevention $20,000 Will be recovered as property lien $20,000 3 ADA website support $5,000 Needed to comply with state law Code enforcement is a Council priority this year. We have two or three large issues which will require some legal support. These are nuisance abatement projects which could also reduce fire danger, so they are shown as “TUT eligible". Weed abatement requires funds for enforcement - this money is recoverable over time through property liens.
Public Safety
Priority Project Estimat
ed Cost Description TUT?
1 Smart Cameras $50,000 License plate reader, facial
recognition $50,000
2 Car cameras X5 $55,185 5 year plan, year 1 $11,037 $55,185 3 Radar $4,000 Speed enforcement $4,000
4 Evidence equipment and supplies $1,200
5 Computer Replacement $1,200
6 Police Radio Replacement $3,000 possibly county OES grant 7 Handgun and Rifle Replacement $3,500
8 Stop Sticks $700
9 Color Copier $4,000
Smart cameras can supplement our existing work force, many cities are finding them invaluable in solving crimes. Our existing vehicle cameras are old and failing, only a couple of cars having working cameras.
Use of TUT Funds
Projected total revenue for TUT for FY26: $588,432
Projected total revenue for TUT for FY27 (delayed 1 Q) $606,085 Total Eligible for TUT $549,185
Allocated Rollover from FY 25-26: $40,000
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6 Total Uses $589,185
In Reserve at End of FY 26-27 $605,332
We could pay for all of the TUT eligible projects using TUT revenue from the current fiscal year and reserve all of the TUT funds from FY26-27 for future projects. We would like to hear from the steering committee and the council on whether we should do this, or do fewer projects in the upcoming year and reserve more funds. We have several larger roads in the CIP that are multimillion dollar projects.
BUDGET IMPACT
The Total cost of all Projects $2,091,365
TUT Projects $549,185
Enterprise Funds $563.700
Grants and Impact Fees $834,000
General Fund $145,480
We are looking for feedback on all of the priorities and spending levels.
ATTACHMENT
1. Budget - Possible Projects Spreadsheet
2. TUT Resolution and vote language
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Priority Project Estimated C Description TUT? Grants GF Enterprise Funds Street, Sidewalks, Storm Drains
Facilities
Wastewater
Parks
1 Sutter Hill Road paving $800,000 $190,000 $610,000 $0 2 David Drive (50 tons of asphalt) $10,000 Repave in front of driveways (4 homes) $10,000 $0 3 Randolph and Boston Alley intersection (storm drain and repave intersection with 15 tons of asphalt) $5,500 Monteverde project? Sep street project $5,500 $0 4 Gopher Flat Speed tables? / Cushions $12,000 $12,000 $0 5 Gopher Flat restriping (must have for next year) $19,500 $19,500 $0 6 Old 49 Pedestrian Shoulder $75,000 $75,000 $0
7 Bike/Ped Path Signage to Amador City $1,000 Crosswalk and signs $1,000 $0 8 Gopher street / main street crosswalk $12,500 $12,500 $0 9 B&B sidewalk - limestone / asphalt Main $7,500 $7,500 $0 10 Crestview subdivision Sidewalks $20,000 Can do lifts over 1/2" only for $11,000 $20,000 $0 11 Mare Street (entire road, 80 tons of asphalt) OR $0 $0 12 Mare Street (landing, cheaper option than above, 15 tons asphalt) $0 $0
1 Monteverde gutter $1,000 $1,000 $0
2 Monteverde Wall/floor $3,000 $3,000 $0
3 Monteverde HVAC $15,000 Native Sons/Grant $15,000 $0
4 Monteverde Electrical issues $10,000 $10,000 $0
5 Auditorium HVAC $50,000 $40,000 $10,000
6 Auditorium (repair siding and repaint entire building, last year received bid for 36K) $40,000 $40,000
7 Admin Building - Roof $20,000 Roof past expected life need new $20,000 8 Monteverde Roof $20,000 $20,000 $0
1 I/I Projects $500,000 5 of the most critical projects $0 $500,000 2 Smart Covers (purchase one for lift station) $7,700 $0 $7,700 3 Change inlet valve at Preston Forebay $30,000 ARSA $0 $30,000 4 Freshwater diversion (50K total, 25K already paid) $25,000 ARSA $0 $25,000 1 Creek Cleanup - root ball project $11,000 $11,000 $0
2 Bryson Pump Track $10,000 ACF Grant $10,000 $0
3 New 3-way valve for pool $4,380 Must replace $4,380
Streets, ACTC $610,000 , Measure P or O
In touch with Traffic company getting qu
Thermo (not paint) and reflectors every 1
Move two ADA crosswalk sidewalk trans
Asphalt overlay (job is difficult not confid
Can pull into collection system projects,
Can pull into collection system projects,
Native Sons/Grant, high bid was $25,000
Native Sons/Grant, high bid was $25,000
Duck Race Money, Estimate, George gett
Donors, Tom made up number, $40,000 d
Biologists initial study surveys and const
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Priority Project Estimated C Description TUT? Grants GF Enterprise Funds 4 Beautification Projects - Gateway Park $5,000 Irrigation, planting $5,000 $0 4 Vehicles (need to replace Erics vehicle and or build up funds for next year) $20,000 Need to keep up with vehicle repairs $20,000 5 ADA Mini Provis Project $140,000 $125,000 $15,000
6 Bryson Playground Chips $10,000 $10,000
7 Sutter Hill Road Beautification (wall of flowers) $1,000 $1,000 $0 9 Beautification of area by creek (sprinkler system and grass 2,500 square feet) $7,500 Near Minnie Provis $7,500
1 Code enforcement w legal fund $50,000 Estimate for one major legal action $50,000 $0 Weed Abatement/Fire prevention $20,000 Will be recovered as property lien $20,000 $0 3 ADA website support $5,000 Needed to comply with state law $5,000 1 Smart Cameras $50,000 License plate reader, facial recognition $50,000 $0 2 Car cameras X5 $55,185 5 year plan, year 1 $11,037 $55,185 $0 3 Radar $4,000 Speed enforcement $4,000 $0
4 Evidence equipment and supplies $1,200 $1,200
5 Computer Replacement $1,200 $1,200
6 Police Radio Replacement $3,000 possibly county OES grant $3,000 7 Handgun and Rifle Replacement $3,500 $3,500
8 Stop Sticks $700 $700
9 Color Copier $4,000 $4,000
$2,091,365 TOTALS $549,185 $834,000 $145,480 $562,700
Engineering costs, $125K for equipment
4 truck loads (can reduce in increments
Supports Main Street business, voluntee
Code Enforcement / Administration
2 Police
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1 RESOLUTION 23-24-36
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SUTTER CREEK
APPROVING AND SUBMITTING TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF SUTTER CREEK AN INITIATIVE MEASURE PROPOSING A ONE PERCENT (1.0%) TRANSACTION AND USE (“SALES”) TAX FOR THE GENERATION OF GENERAL MUNICIPAL REVENUE; REQUESTING THE AMADOR COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS CONSOLIDATE THE ELECTION REGARDING THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE WITH THE NOVEMBER 2024 GENERAL ELECTION; PERMITTING
THE AMADOR COUNTY ELECTIONS DEPARTMENT TO ADMINISTER THE ELECTION CONCERNING THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE; DIRECTING THE CITY
OF SUTTER CREEK TO REIMBURSE THE ELECTIONS DEPARTMENT FOR SUCH SERVICES; PROVIDING THE PROCEDURES FOR AUTHORING ARGUMENTS FOR AND AGAINST THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE; AND DIRECTING THE CITY
ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS THEREOF
WHEREAS, thanks to beautiful natural surroundings, rich history, a lively downtown, and safe neighborhoods, the City of Sutter Creek (“City”) is a great place to live, work, raise a family, and retire, and
WHEREAS, in a recent survey, 96% of residents rated the City as a good place to live; and WHEREAS, much of the City’s aging infrastructure is in need of repairs and upgrades, including 15 miles of local roads maintained by the City with many rated as “failing;” and WHEREAS, potholes and crumbling roadways damage vehicles, discourage tourists, and require repaving and maintenance; and
WHEREAS, local storm drains were improved in the 1940s, and some have not been maintained since, with the average storm drain being 45 years old; and WHEREAS, repairing roads and the storm drains beneath them at the same time saves construction costs and reduces noise and disruption; and WHEREAS, the City is fortunate to have its own police force, ensuring quicker emergency response times than relying on county sheriffs; and
WHEREAS, the cost of providing City services is growing at a faster rate than locally controlled revenues and while the City currently maintains a balanced budget, temporary relief and stimulus funds have run out and sustainable revenue sources are needed to maintain current City services and make critical investments for public safety; and
WHEREAS, much of the City’s funding comes from sales taxes paid by residents and visitors shopping in Sutter Creek, but out of every dollar paid in sales tax in Sutter Creek, only one cent comes back to the City; and
WHEREAS, to support local services and upgrade aging infrastructure, the City Council believes that the portion of the sales tax that stays locally in Sutter Creek must be maximized; and 25 Section 9, Item A.
2 WHEREAS, the City is proposing a 1¢ increase in the local sales tax, which would generate approximately $579,000 annually and 100% of the funds would stay in Sutter Creek for essential City services and infrastructure improvements; and
WHEREAS, locally controlled funding from a sales tax that will be paid by visitors and residents would be used to improve the City’s aging infrastructure, including repairing potholes, maintaining City roads, and repairing storm drains at the same time as roads for efficiency; and WHEREAS, locally controlled funding from a sales tax would also be used to protect public safety by maintaining rapid emergency response times, attracting and retaining qualified police officers for police patrols, and managing flammable brush and vegetation to prevent wildfires WHEREAS, locally controlled funding from a sales tax would help the City qualify for state and federal matching funds that will otherwise go to other cities and regions; and WHEREAS, essential purchases like groceries and prescription medicine are exempt from sales tax to help ensure the cost is not a burden to those on fixed or limited incomes; and WHEREAS, a local funding measure would also require independent annual audits and public disclosure of all spending to ensure funds are used properly; and WHEREAS, by law, funds from a local sales tax measure cannot be taken away by the State or redirected to other communities; and
WHEREAS, California Elections Code 9222 authorizes the City Council to submit initiative measures to City voters; and
WHEREAS, more specifically, California Revenue and Taxation Code section 7285.9 authorizes cities to enact transactions and use taxes upon the approval of two-thirds of a city council and a majority of the city voters in an initiative election; and WHEREAS, “transactions and use” taxes are more generally referred to as “sales” taxes and are imposed by cities and counties throughout California to ensure adequate funding for essential government services; and
WHEREAS, the next regularly scheduled election is the November 2024 General Election; and WHEREAS, the City Council proposes this tax to ensure the City may effectively provide essential services, including law enforcement, roads, fire protection, and other services that affect City residents’ quality of life.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that the City Council of the Sutter Creek ordains as follows:
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3 Section 1. Call for Election.
Pursuant to California Constitution Article XIIIC, Section 2, Government Code Section 53724, and Elections Code Section 9222, the City Council of the City of Sutter Creek hereby calls an election and submits to the qualified voters of the City a measure that, if approved, would impose a 1% transactions and use tax, as authorized by Revenue and Taxation Code section 7285.9. This measure shall be designated by letter by the Amador County Elections Department. Pursuant to Election Code Section 10400 et seq., the election for this measure shall be consolidated with the established election to be conducted on November 5, 2024.
Section 2. Ballot Language.
The question to be presented to the voters shall be as follows:
Sutter Creek Local Control Measure. To provide locally controlled funding for Sutter Creek essential services such as repairing roads, potholes and storm drains; maintaining rapid emergency response/ police patrols; preventing wildfires; and for general government purposes, shall the City of Sutter Creek’s measure be adopted establishing a 1% sales tax paid by residents and visitors, exempting essential purchases like groceries/ prescription medicine, providing approximately $579,000 annually until ended by voters, requiring public spending disclosure, independent audits, all funds used locally? YES □
NO □
Section 3. Proposed Ordinance.
The Ordinance authorizing the imposition of the general tax to be approved by the voters is as set forth in Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference. The City Council hereby approves the ordinance, the form thereof, and its submission to the voters of the City at the November 5, 2024 election, as required by Revenue and Taxation Code section 7285.9.
Section 4. Text of Measure to be Published in the Voter Information Pamphlet.
The Ordinance attached as Exhibit A to this Resolution is available at no cost from the City Clerk's Office at 209-567-2647 or on the City's website: cityofsuttercreek.org. A statement about how to obtain the full text of the Ordinance will be included in the Voter Information Pamphlet below the Impartial Analysis.
In addition, only the Whereas Clauses above, ballot question, Impartial Analysis, and Arguments are to be printed in the Voter Information Pamphlet for this measure.
Section 5. Request to Consolidate, Conduct Election and Canvass Returns.
The Board of Supervisors of the County of Amador is hereby requested to authorize the County Clerk/Recorder/Registrar of Voters to render all services necessary and proper for the conduct of the special municipal election called by this Resolution. Pursuant to California Elections Code section 10403, the City Council hereby requests that the Amador County Board of Supervisors consolidate that election with the election to be conducted on November 5, 2024 and order the 27 Section 9, Item A.
4 general municipal election to be conducted by the Registrar of Voters. The Amador County Elections Department is authorized to canvass the returns of the special election, and the election shall be held in all respects as only one election.
The City Clerk's Office is authorized, instructed and directed to work with the County Elections Department as needed to properly and lawfully conduct the election. The ballots to be used in the election shall be in form and content as required by law. In all particulars not recited in this Resolution, the election shall be held and conducted as provided by law for holding municipal elections.
Section 6. Time and Place of Election.
The polls for the election shall be open at 7:00 a.m. on the day of the election and shall remain open continuously from that time until 8:00 p.m. that same day, when the polls shall be closed, except as provided in Section 14401 of the Elections Code of the State of California. The notice of the time and place of holding the election is hereby given, and the City Clerk is authorized to give further notice of the election, as required by law.
Section 7. Publication of Measure.
The City Clerk's Office is hereby directed to cause notice of the measure to be published once in accordance with Section 12111 of the Elections Code.
Section 8. Submission of Ballot Arguments.
The City Clerk's Office, with the concurrence of the County Elections Official, has fixed 4:30 p.m. on July 30, 2024 as the deadline for submittal of arguments for or against the measure. The direct arguments shall not exceed three hundred (300) words, and shall not be signed by more than five (5) persons. The City Council does not adopt the provisions of Elections Code Section 9285(a); there shall be no rebuttal arguments.
Section 9. Council Preparation of Argument In Support of Measure.
The City Council hereby authorizes the Mayor or Vice Mayor to prepare and file the written primary argument in support of the ballot measure described above, pursuant to Article 4 of Chapter 3 of Division 9 of the California Elections Code. At the discretion of the Mayor or Vice Mayor, the argument may also be signed by other members of the City Council, bona fide associations of citizens, or by individual voters who are eligible to vote.
Section 10. Impartial Analysis.
Pursuant to California Elections Code Section 9280, the City Council hereby directs the City Clerk's Office to transmit a certified copy of the measure to the City Attorney. The City Attorney shall prepare an impartial analysis of the measure, not to exceed 500 words in length, showing the effect of the measure on the existing law and the operation of the measure, and transmit the impartial analysis to the Elections Division by no later than 5:30 p.m. on July 19, 2024. 28 Section 9, Item A.
5 Section 11. Implementation.
The City Clerk's Office is directed to file with the Board of Supervisors and the Registrar of Voters certified copies of this resolution. The City will reimburse the County for the actual cost incurred in conducting the election upon receipt of a bill stating the amount due as determined by the Election Official.
Section 12. Jurisdictional Boundaries
The jurisdictional boundaries of the City of Sutter Creek have not changed since the last general municipal election.
Section 13. CEQA
The approval of this Resolution is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000 et seq., "CEQA," and 14 Cal. Code Reg. §§ 15000 et seq., "CEQA Guidelines"). The transactions and use tax to be submitted to the voters is a general tax that can be used for any legitimate governmental purpose; it is not a commitment to any particular action or actions. As such, under CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(4), the tax is not a project within the meaning of CEQA because it creates a government funding mechanism that does not involve any commitment to any specific project that may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment. If revenue from the tax were used for a purpose that would have either such effect, the City would undertake the required CEQA review for that particular project. Therefore, under CEQA Guidelines section 15060 review under CEQA is not required.
Section 14. Passage of this Resolution.
This tax is a general tax requiring the approval of a majority of qualified electors casting votes.
While the measure lists several of the various municipal purposes to be funded, the list is illustrative only and the City Council retains complete discretion to expend the tax proceeds for any lawful purposes the City of Sutter Creek.
Section 15. Contract with the State.
The City Manager is authorized to negotiate and execute an agreement with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration in accordance with Revenue and Taxation Code Section 7270 to perform all functions incident to the administration and operation of the ordinance.
The foregoing resolution was duly passed and adopted at a meeting of the City Council of the City of Sutter Creek on the 24th day of June 2024, by the following vote:
AYES: Feist, Riordan, Sierk, Swift and Gunselman
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
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6 ATTEST:
____________________________________
Claire Gunselman, Mayor
______________________________________
Karen Darrow, City Clerk
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18 Main St., Sutter Creek, CA 95685 • Telephone: (209)267-5647 • Fax: (209)267-1655 • TTY: 711 The City of Sutter Creek is an equal opportunity service provider and employer ______________________________________________________________________________
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: MAY 4, 2026
FROM: TOM DUBOIS, CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: POOL PLANNING FOR 2026 SEASON
RECOMMENDATION
Review and provide feedback on the pool plan. This is primarily an information item.
BACKGROUND
This report summarizes the key planning and operational decisions, along with the planned pool schedule The pool is scheduled to open to the public on June 6
DISCUSSION
This operational plan addresses staffing, compensation, training, pricing, and the seasonal schedule. ● Staffing and Compensation
● The plan includes a Pool Director, two Pool Manager/Assistant Manager positions, and 6 Lifeguards.
● Recruiting began on March 27th. Hiring as contractors. 2 people are interviewing, currently 5 solid candidates. Interviews will be conducted by the Pool Director and the City Manager or Finance Supervisor (at least two people conduct interviews) ● New hires will come into the office on May 6 to complete hiring forms. ● Training and Certification
● Lifeguard Training and Certification sessions are scheduled for March 25, March 28–29, May 13, 16, 17 with a $240 fee. Recertification is scheduled for April 18–19 and April 25–26.
● The Sutter Creek Pool Training is scheduled for May 23. Attendees will include Chief Jim O'Connell, Chief Dominic Moreno, George Allen and Dan Lafontaine (Public Works/Maintenance).
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● Passes and Pricing
● Sales for passes and private lesson sign-ups are set to begin on May 4th at City Hall. ● Pricing is very similar to last year, but slightly simplified. ● Season Pass Pricing:
● Family Season Pass: $225 for four individuals, plus $25 for each additional family member.
● Individual Season Pass: $100.
● Daily Entrance Pricing: $6 for Kids/Seniors and $7 for Adults. ● Lessons: Private lessons priced at $85 per week. Lessons should not be scheduled backto-back for a single child. ● A waiver must be signed by an adult for anyone under 18. ● Pool Schedule / Key Dates
● June 4 (Thursday): Elementary Graduation Party (9:30 AM – 1:30 PM) for 60 kids. ○ Contact: Alisa Miller, Administrative Assistant, Sutter Creek Elementary, (209) 257-7241, [email protected].
● June 5 (Friday): Last Day of School.
● June 6 (Saturday): Pool Opens to Public.
● July 4 (Saturday): Special July 4 City Pool Party.
○ Closed to pass holders; includes music, food, and rec swim all day. ○ Pending Info: Operating HOURS for this day.
● August 9 (Sunday): Last Public Pool Day.
● August 12 (Wednesday): First Day of School.
● School Camp: Pending Info: Need time and date details.
Standard Operating Schedule (June 6 – July 19)
● 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Private Lessons
● 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Lap Swim
● 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Rec Swim
● 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Lap Swim
Modified Schedule: Water Polo Team
MWF Schedule (Starting July 20 – August 2)
● 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Water Polo
● 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Private Lessons
● 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Lap Swim
● 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Rec Swim
● 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Lap Swim (closes at 7 PM)
● 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Water Polo
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18 Main St., Sutter Creek, CA 95685 • Telephone: (209)267-5647 • Fax: (209)267-1655 • TTY: 711 The City of Sutter Creek is an equal opportunity service provider and employer M-F Schedule (August 3 – August 7)
● 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Water Polo
● 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Private Lessons
● 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Lap Swim
● 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Rec Swim
● 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Lap Swim (closes at 7 PM)
● 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Water Polo
● Public Works (PW) Items
● PW is responsible for setting up shade, performing opening cleaning, and addressing the vending machine's operational status
● PW needs to purchase chemicals (12 buckets are on order but not yet arrived) ● A pool contractor is installing a new diving board (four brackets are needed) and is expected to provide a quote for replacing a leaking 3-way valve
BUDGET IMPACT
Expecting this to be budget neutral compared to the costs we incurred outsourcing to ACRA. It is impacting staff directly through additional tasks.
ATTACHMENT
1. Brochure
2. Waiver
3. Example Pool Pass
4. Membership Form
5. Swim Lesson Signup
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2026 Aquatics Program
Contact us:
18 Main Street
Sutter Creek, CA 95685
209-267-5647
Private Lessons
Enjoy personalized, one-on-one
instruction tailored to each student’s
goals, pace, and skill level. These 30-
minute sessions provide focused
attention from a dedicated instructor,
allowing for customized guidance, skill
development, and rapid progress. Ideal
for students seeking individualized
support, flexibility, and a learning
experience designed specifically for
them.
Private Lesson Schedule
June 9th - 12th
10-10:30 am or 10:30-11am
June 15th -18th
10-10:30 am or 10:30-11am
June 22nd – 26th
10-10:30 am or 10:30-11am
June 29th – July 3rd
10-10:30 am or 10:30-11am
July 6th – July 10th
10-10:30 am or 10:30-11am
July 13th – July 17th
10-10:30 am or 10:30-11am
July 20th – July 24th
10-10:30 am or 10:30-11am
July 27th – July 31st
10-10:30 am or 10:30-11am
August 3rd – August 7th
10-10:30 am or 10:30-11am
Private lessons are encouraged for
students ages 5 and up, with
programs tailored to suit a wide
range of ages and experience levels.
While many of our students are
children, we warmly welcome adult
learners as well—it's never too late to
start or continue your water safety
journey. We strive to create an
inclusive and supportive
environment, and are happy to work
with children with autism, adapting
our approach to meet each student’s
unique needs. 34
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Early Summer Schedule
June 6th – July 19th
Monday- Friday
10am-11am : Swim Lessons
11am-12pm : Lap Swim
12pm-7pm : Open Rec Swim
7pm-8pm : Lap Swim
Saturday – Sunday
11am-12pm : Lap Swim
12pm-7pm : Open Rec Swim
Late Summer Schedule
June 20th – August 9th
Monday- Friday
10am-11am : Swim Lessons
11am-12pm : Lap Swim
12pm-6pm : Open Rec Swim
6pm-7pm : Lap Swim
Saturday – Sunday
11am-12pm : Lap Swim
12pm-7pm : Open Rec Swim
Daily Gate Admission
General - $6
Seniors - $5
Swim Lessons
Private Lessons - $85
(one-week, one-on-one lesson)
Season Passes
Family Season Pass - $225
(4 members)
+ additional family member - $25
Individual Season Pass - $100
*Passes are good for open recreation swim
and lap swim
Waiver Policy
All guests are required to
sign a waiver upon their first
visit to Sutter Creek Pool.
Participants under the age of
18 must have a parent or
legal guardian sign their
waiver before participating.
This only needs to be
completed once and will be
kept on file for future visits.
4th of July Celebration
Join us for a fun-filled 4th of July
at Sutter Creek Pool! Enjoy live
music, delicious food, and open
recreational swim for all ages.
Admission is $10 per person, and
please note that pool passes are
not valid for this special event.
Come celebrate with us!
35 Section 9, Item B.
1 City of Sutter Creek
Recreational Swim Waiver and Release of Liability
Participant Information
Name: ___________________________________________
Date of Birth: _______________ Age: ____________
Address: _________________________________________
City: ________________________ State: ____ ZIP: _________ Parent/Guardian Information (if participant is under 18) Name: ___________________________________________
Relationship: ____________________________________
Phone Number: ___________________________________
Address (if different): ___________________________
ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I understand that participation in recreational swimming activities at the Sutter Creek Pool involves inherent risks, including but not limited to: slipping, falling, drowning, diving injuries, collisions with other swimmers, and other accidents that may result in serious injury or death. I voluntarily choose to participate (or allow my child to participate) with full knowledge of these risks.
RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY
In consideration for being permitted to use the Sutter Creek Pool facilities, I, on behalf of myself and/or the minor participant, hereby release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless the City of Sutter Creek, its officers, employees, agents, volunteers, and representatives from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained while participating in recreational swim activities, whether caused by negligence or otherwise, to the fullest extent permitted by California law. 36 Section 9, Item B.
2 MEDICAL CONSENT
I certify that I (or my child) am physically able to participate in recreational swimming activities.
In the event of an emergency, I authorize the City of Sutter Creek staff to secure emergency medical treatment, including transportation if necessary. I understand that I am responsible for any medical expenses incurred.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
I agree to follow all posted pool rules and instructions given by lifeguards and staff. I understand that failure to follow rules may result in removal from the facility without refund.
PHOTO RELEASE (OPTIONAL)
I grant permission for the City of Sutter Creek to use photographs or video taken during pool activities for promotional purposes.
☐ Yes ☐ No
ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND SIGNATURE
I have read this waiver and fully understand its terms. I understand that I am giving up substantial rights, including my right to sue, and sign it freely and voluntarily.
Participant Signature: ______________________________ Date: _____________ Parent/Guardian Signature (if under 18): ______________________________ Date:
_____________
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Date Received: ___________________
Staff Initials: ___________________
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POOL PASS
MEMBER # 001 (Individual / Family)
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MEMBER # 002 (Individual / Family)
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MEMBER # 003 (Individual / Family)
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MEMBER # 111 (Individual / Family)
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POOL MEMBERSHIP
APPLICATION FORM
Front (White / Copy 1) - Office Record
Middle (Yellow / Copy 2) - Member Receipt
Back (Pink / Copy 3) - Lifeguards
MEMBER #: 001 TYPE: Individual ($100)
Family ($225, for family of 4 + $25 additional family member) Main Member: Phone:
Address:
Additional Members (Family Only:
1. 4.
2. 5.
3. 6.
Fee Paid: $ Method: Cash Check # Credit Card
Date Paid: Received By:
LIABILITY WAIVER (Main Member Must Sign Waiver)
By signing, I agree to abide by all rules of the City of Sutter Creek Pool. I understand that swimming is a hazardous activity, and I assume all risks. I hereby release the City of Sutter Creek from any liability for accidents, injuries, or illnesses that may occur on the premises.
Signature: Date:
58 Section 9, Item B.
City of Sutter Creek
Private Swim Lesson Application
Program Information: Lessons are offered as 30-minute private sessions (1 instructor to 1 student).
Participants must be at least 5 years old to enroll.
Participant Information
Participant Name: __________________________________________ Age: __________________ Date of Birth: _____________________ Street Address: __________________________________________ City, State, ZIP: __________________________________________ Minimum age to participate: 5 years old
Guardian Information
Guardian Name: __________________________________________ Guardian Age: _______________ Relationship to Participant: ______________________ Guardian Street Address: _________________________________________ Guardian City, State, ZIP: _________________________________________ Acknowledgment and Signature
I certify that the information provided on this application is true and complete. I understand that private swim lessons are 30-minute one-on-one sessions and that participants must be at least 5 years of age.
Guardian Signature: ______________________ Date: __________ Office Use Only: Date Received __________ Staff Initials __________ 59 Section 9, Item B.
18 Main St., Sutter Creek, CA 95685 • Telephone: (209)267-5647 • Fax: (209)267-0639 • TTY: 711 The City of Sutter Creek is an equal opportunity service provider and employer
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: MAY 18 , 2026
FROM: MASON PETERS, FINANCE SUPERVISOR
SUBJECT: PRELIMINARY REPORT REGARDING DELINQUENT
WASTEWATER / SEWER ACCOUNTS
RECOMMENDATION
Receive preliminary informational report on delinquent wastewater accounts from City staff.
BACKGROUND
Each year, City staff generate a list of delinquent sewer accounts. Unless resolved, the delinquent account holders will have their account balance transferred to the County Assessor's Office for collection during Property Tax collection. This process places a lien on the property until the balance is paid.
The City makes all attempts to contact property owners very early in this process, which would provide delinquent account holders sufficient time to reach out to us and we can discuss payment terms.
The City plans on holding the official public hearing regarding these account balances on May 18, 2026, during the regular meeting of the City Council.
DISCUSSION
Section 4.28 of the City of Sutter Creek Municipal Code outlines the mechanism for the City to place delinquent sewer charges onto the property tax roll as a means for collection.
Attached is the list of properties with delinquent sewer bills and the amounts outstanding. The total amount delinquent with administration fees is $130,893.51 as of March 31, 2026.
In comparison of the current delinquent sewer charges with the list from last year; ● 40 sewer accounts that are on the current list were delinquent last year. ● There are 18 new delinquent sewer accounts this year.
BUDGET IMPACT
The report or act of reporting these delinquencies has no budget impact. The delinquent balances are receivables sitting on the City’s books. It would be to the best interest of the City to collect on these delinquent accounts as soon as possible to resolve the receivable and collect the cash.
ATTACHMENT
1. List of Delinquent Accounts
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Parcel No. Name Last Pmt Current Amount + 1 Month +2 Months + 3 Months + 4 Months Balance 40-200-020 STEPHEN WILSON 1/25/2025 $133.86 $231.10 $224.41 $217.72 $1,620.64 $2,427.73 18-252-006 DANIEL LEE 5/5/2025 $133.86 $206.37 $199.68 $192.99 $1,051.93 $1,784.83 44-020-026 BAXLEY, JERRY L $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.76 $1,368.87 $2,143.10 18-121-013 LAURIE DESANTIAGO 6/23/2025 $133.86 $200.79 $194.10 $187.41 $923.65 $1,639.81 9345006 JOSHUA GRAVES 3/25/2024 $133.86 $220.25 $213.56 $206.86 $1,371.04 $2,145.57 18-061-008 LEIF & WENDY LOWERY 5/25/2025 $267.72 $412.73 $399.35 $385.96 $2,103.83 $3,569.59 18-201-021 JEANETTE POMBO 3/18/2025 $133.86 $220.00 $213.31 $206.62 $1,365.51 $2,139.30 18-253-025 CASAY CASAGRANDE 6/14/2024 $133.86 $220.05 $213.35 $206.66 $1,366.43 $2,140.35 18-343-004 CHURCHES, RICHARD DAVID $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 18-293-021 ANNETTE FOX 8/16/2024 $133.86 $219.86 $213.16 $206.47 $1,362.02 $2,135.37 18-314-003 RHONDA CLARY $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 18-314-018 J GANDARA & R CLARY $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 18-151-004 Anne Galle $133.86 $180.72 $174.02 $167.33 $461.83 $1,117.76 18-314-006 TOM & TAMRA EVANS 1/11/2021 $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 18-133-011 HUMES, SCOTT J & SARI $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 18-263-003 JULIA & BRIAN GIANNINI $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 18-311-008 J & R STATEN AND H & R TIMMER 9/25/2024 $133.86 $219.76 $213.07 $206.37 $1,359.83 $2,132.89 18-190-018 PATRICK & TARA CARNEY $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 18-331-018 KEVIN & NICOLE ALLEYN $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.76 $1,368.87 $2,143.10 18-282-011 ROBERT & JEANNETTE FULLER 5/25/2025 $133.86 $206.37 $199.68 $192.99 $1,051.93 $1,784.83 18-152-033 LEWIS, YVONNE $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 18-122-016 LOMBARDO, FRANK $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 18-163-027 LEVY, DANIEL & JO ANN 4/9/2026 $133.86 $193.72 $190.38 $187.23 $711.95 $1,417.14 18-190-002 BYRON DAMIANI & LAURA 5/25/2025 $91.02 $140.32 $135.77 $131.22 $715.27 $1,213.60 18-161-008 SUTTER CREEK THEATRE 5/25/2025 $267.72 $412.73 $399.35 $385.96 $2,103.83 $3,569.59 40-210-032 DEBRA STEWART 2/22/2024 $133.86 $220.32 $213.62 $206.93 $1,372.57 $2,147.30 18-122-006 ALI WARD 5/25/2025 $330.63 $509.72 $493.19 $476.66 $2,598.19 $4,408.39 18-070-008 MELISSA CACCIA & DAMIEN RAMER 2/12/2026 $254.33 $329.75 $317.03 $317.91 $577.43 $1,796.45 18-292-007 JEFFREY & ERICA JOLLEY $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 18-063-012 JOLIE CHAIN 10/18/2023 $133.86 $220.13 $213.44 $206.75 $1,368.45 $2,142.63 18-313-015 MELODY ANDERSON 5/25/2025 $133.86 $206.37 $199.68 $192.99 $1,051.93 $1,784.83 18-293-033 YANE & SALLY CAMBRA 5/1/2025 $133.86 $220.10 $213.41 $206.72 $1,367.70 $2,141.79 18-132-017 SANDRA BURNS 7/22/2024 $224.88 $369.63 $358.38 $347.14 $2,294.65 $3,594.68 18-264-003 Michael Hunerlach 11/9/2024 $133.86 $219.71 $213.02 $206.33 $1,358.68 $2,131.60 18-267-005 AARON DOYLE 1/7/2021 $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 18-070-013 CONRARDY, CRAIG $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 18-311-017 HUMMEL, CHARLES & HELEN $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 18-293-012 SCOTTO & DOLORES TRUST 8/12/2023 $133.86 $220.14 $213.44 $206.75 $1,368.55 $2,142.74 18-091-001 KATHLEEN & BRIAN RUTHERFORD 5/23/2023 $267.72 $440.28 $426.89 $413.50 $2,737.39 $4,285.78 18-253-026 TERRI LEE GOVETTE 9/21/2021 $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 18-341-012 MARCI THOMPSON $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 40-220-068 CHARLES & BRIANA NEUERBURG 12/7/2025 $133.86 $211.23 $204.54 $197.85 $1,173.88 $1,921.36 18-202-011 DAMIANI, LAURA & BYRON 5/25/2025 $133.86 $206.37 $199.68 $192.99 $1,051.93 $1,784.83 18-315-027 HELEN SNEAD 10/16/2024 $133.86 $220.10 $213.41 $206.71 $1,367.67 $2,141.75 18-251-006 JEFF TRUSCOTT 3/10/2026 $133.86 $187.12 $184.72 $178.02 $632.79 $1,316.51 18-220-027 CATHERINE OSBORNE 5/14/2025 $267.72 $427.81 $414.42 $401.04 $2,450.63 $3,961.62 18-132-006 JEOUNGRIM SHIN & STEVEN REED 4/23/2026 $133.86 $194.10 $187.41 $180.72 $441.71 $1,137.80 18-134-001 WEISS, PHILLIP E $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 18-315-023 JOHN H & BARBARA NICHOLS Sr. 8/4/2025 $133.86 $203.28 $196.59 $189.89 $980.71 $1,704.33 40-220-076 JOANNA MARTLEW FAMILY TRUST 7/25/2023 $133.86 $220.14 $213.44 $206.75 $1,368.60 $2,142.79 9343031 PAUL BASTIAN 11/12/2025 $133.86 $188.02 $181.33 $174.64 $658.56 $1,336.41 9421037 CASAGRANDE FAMILY TRUST 6/14/2024 $133.86 $220.05 $213.35 $206.66 $1,366.43 $2,140.35 9420005 ERIK ALLAN & AMY PETERSON $133.86 $220.15 $213.46 $206.77 $1,368.85 $2,143.09 18-080-013-501 SCHAFER, CHARLES HAROLD 1/14/2025 $133.86 $238.18 $231.49 $224.79 $1,783.52 $2,611.84 9421005 CLAYTON C & MELISSA C BUCHANAN 7/21/2025 $133.86 $220.04 $213.35 $206.66 $1,366.28 $2,140.19 0332023 TIMOTHY SMITH 5/19/2025 $133.86 $206.37 $199.68 $192.99 $1,051.93 $1,784.83 61 Section 9, Item C.
40-220-080 RICHARD & SANDY DWYER 6/17/2025 $133.86 $200.79 $194.10 $187.41 $923.65 $1,639.81 018-051-002 ARMANDO NAVARRO 2/20/2025 $133.86 $224.87 $218.18 $211.49 $1,477.41 $2,265.81 Revenue Code - Description Current Month + 1 Month +2 Months + 3 Months + 4 Months Balance 400 - 400 - Sewer $8,664.74 $8,798.60 $8,798.60 $8,798.60 $60,840.94 $96,035.34 801-C - 801- NSF Contract Fee $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $25.00 $25.00 895 - 895 - Penalty $0.00 $5,200.01 $4,767.80 $4,345.08 $10,343.90 $24,656.79 899 - 899 - Conversion Only $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $7,611.21 $7,611.21 62 Section 9, Item C.
APN Name Last Pmt Balance + $75 Admin Fee
40-200-020 STEPHEN WILSON 1/25/2025 $2,502.73
18-252-006 DANIEL LEE 5/5/2025 $1,859.83
44-020-026 BAXLEY, JERRY L $2,218.10
18-121-013 LAURIE DESANTIAGO 6/23/2025 $1,714.81
18-345-006 JOSHUA GRAVES 3/25/2024 $2,220.57
18-061-008 LEIF & WENDY LOWERY 5/25/2025 $3,644.59
18-201-021 JEANETTE POMBO 3/18/2025 $2,214.30
18-253-025 CASAY CASAGRANDE 6/14/2024 $2,215.35
18-343-004 CHURCHES, RICHARD DAVID $2,218.09
18-293-021 ANNETTE FOX 8/16/2024 $2,210.37
18-314-003 RHONDA CLARY $2,218.09
18-314-018 J GANDARA & R CLARY $2,218.09
18-151-004 Anne Galle $1,192.76
18-314-006 TOM & TAMRA EVANS 1/11/2021 $2,218.09
18-133-011 HUMES, SCOTT J & SARI $2,218.09
18-263-003 JULIA & BRIAN GIANNINI $2,218.09
18-311-008 J & R STATEN AND H & R TIMMER 9/25/2024 $2,207.89 18-190-018 PATRICK & TARA CARNEY $2,218.09
18-331-018 KEVIN & NICOLE ALLEYN $2,218.10
18-282-011 ROBERT & JEANNETTE FULLER 5/25/2025 $1,859.83 18-152-033 LEWIS, YVONNE $2,218.09
18-122-016 LOMBARDO, FRANK $2,218.09
18-163-027 LEVY, DANIEL & JO ANN 4/9/2026 $1,492.14
18-190-002 BYRON DAMIANI & LAURA 5/25/2025 $1,288.60
18-161-008 SUTTER CREEK THEATRE 5/25/2025 $3,644.59
40-210-032 DEBRA STEWART 2/22/2024 $2,222.30
18-122-006 ALI WARD 5/25/2025 $4,483.39
18-070-008 MELISSA CACCIA & DAMIEN RAMER 2/12/2026 $1,871.45 18-292-007 JEFFREY & ERICA JOLLEY $2,218.09
18-063-012 JOLIE CHAIN 10/18/2023 $2,217.63
18-313-015 MELODY ANDERSON 5/25/2025 $1,859.83
18-293-033 YANE & SALLY CAMBRA 5/1/2025 $2,216.79
18-132-017 SANDRA BURNS 7/22/2024 $3,669.68
18-264-003 Michael Hunerlach 11/9/2024 $2,206.60
18-267-005 AARON DOYLE 1/7/2021 $2,218.09
18-070-013 CONRARDY, CRAIG $2,218.09
18-311-017 HUMMEL, CHARLES & HELEN $2,218.09
18-293-012 SCOTTO & DOLORES TRUST 8/12/2023 $2,217.74
18-091-001 KATHLEEN & BRIAN RUTHERFORD 5/23/2023 $4,360.78 18-253-026 TERRI LEE GOVETTE 9/21/2021 $2,218.09
18-341-012 MARCI THOMPSON $2,218.09
40-220-068 CHARLES & BRIANA NEUERBURG 12/7/2025 $1,996.36 18-202-011 DAMIANI, LAURA & BYRON 5/25/2025 $1,859.83
18-315-027 HELEN SNEAD 10/16/2024 $2,216.75
18-251-006 JEFF TRUSCOTT 3/10/2026 $1,391.51
18-220-027 CATHERINE OSBORNE 5/14/2025 $4,036.62
18-132-006 JEOUNGRIM SHIN & STEVEN REED 4/23/2026 $1,212.80 18-134-001 WEISS, PHILLIP E $2,218.09
18-315-023 JOHN H & BARBARA NICHOLS Sr. 8/4/2025 $1,779.33 40-220-076 JOANNA MARTLEW FAMILY TRUST 7/25/2023 $2,217.79 18-343-031 PAUL BASTIAN 11/12/2025 $1,411.41
40-210-037 CASAGRANDE FAMILY TRUST 6/14/2024 $2,215.35
40-200-005 ERIK ALLAN & AMY PETERSON $2,218.09
018-080-013-501 SCHAFER, CHARLES HAROLD 1/14/2025 $2,686.84 40-210-005 CLAYTON C & MELISSA C BUCHANAN 7/21/2025 $2,215.19 18-332-023 TIMOTHY SMITH 5/19/2025 $1,859.83
40-220-080 RICHARD & SANDY DWYER 6/17/2025 $1,714.81
18-051-002 ARMANDO NAVARRO 2/20/2025 $2,340.81
Balance $130,893.51
63 Section 9, Item C.