Vacaville City Hall Council Chamber 650 Merchant Street Entrance to the Council Chamber is located in the parking area off of Lovers Lane
MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY,
HOUSING AUTHORITY
GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILITY AGENCY
AND
PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
AGENDA
April 14, 2026
05:00 p.m.
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Full printing of the City Council Packet
1. CLOSED SESSION
5:00 PM
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54950, et seq.
A.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9)
National Prescription Opiate Litigation, No. 1:17-MD-2804-DAP (N.D. Ohio)
(Remnant Defendants)
Note: This Closed Session may be continued to the end of the meeting.
2. ROLL CALL FOR THE REGULAR MEETING
6:00 PM
Mayor/Chair John Carli
Vice Mayor/Vice-Chair Member Michael Silva, District 3
Council/Agency/Authority Member Roy Stockton, District 1
Council/Agency/Authority Member Greg Ritchie, District 2
Council/Agency/Authority Sarah Chapman, District 4
Council/Agency/Authority Member Ted Fremouw, District 5
Council/Agency/Authority Member Jeanette Wylie, District 6
3. MOMENT OF SILENCE followed by the PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
6. REPORTS OF CITY COUNCIL
A.
UPDATE ON RECENT ATTENDED BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS
7. REPORTS OF CITY MANAGER
8. PRESENTATIONS –
A.
BIOVILLE USA 2026 PROCLAMATION
(Staff contact: Erin Morris, Director of Community & Economic Development, (707) 449-5307) B.
2026 FAIR HOUSING MONTH PROCLAMATION/COMMUNITY CONTEST ANNOUNCEMENT (Staff contact: Odessa Lopez, Executive Assistant, Housing Department, (707) 449-5678) C.
2026 DISPATCHER WEEK PROCLAMATION
(Staff contact: Melissa Costigan, Police Department Communications Manager, (707) 449-4806)
9. CONSENT CALENDAR –
A.
ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 3 REVENUE AND FINANCE OF THE CITY OF VACAVILLE MUNICIPAL CODE BY UPDATING CHAPTER 3.16, TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX TO STRENGTHEN ENFORCEMENT AND MODERNIZE ADMINISTRATION (SECOND READING)
(Staff contact: Leslie Hoover, Assistant Finance Director (707) 449-5103)
Individual Action: By simple motion, adopt the subject ordinance.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: None
Funding Source: General Fund (1001)
Budget Distribution: The costs of staff time associated with this item, in connection with preparing this ordinance for Council’s review, are covered within existing operating budgets of the relevant City departments.
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #2 - Strengthen the Local Economy (Initiative 2A: Articulate a current Economic Development Program)
Goal #3 - Protect Vacaville’s Quality of Life (Initiative 3A: Promote Housing for All)
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services (Initiative 4A: Ensure Fiscal Sustainability)
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 9A
B.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF UTILITIES TO EXECUTE A CALIFORNIA WATER/WASTEWATER AGENCY RESPONSE NETWORK (CALWARN) 2007 OMNIBUS MUTUAL ASSISTANCE AGREEMENT
(Staff contact: Miguel Medina, Operations and Maintenance Manager, (707) 469-6407
Individual Action: By simple motion, the City Council approve a resolution authorizing the Director of Utilities to execute a California Water/Wastewater Agency Response Network (CalWARN) 2007 Omnibus Mutual Assistance Agreement and authorize the City of Vacaville Utilities Department to participate in a statewide mutual aid network.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no cost associated with executing the CalWARN Mutual Assistance Agreement or participating in the network.
If mutual aid is requested or provided during an emergency, costs associated with personnel, equipment, and materials may be reimbursable under the terms of the agreement and may also qualify for State or Federal disaster reimbursement, depending on the incident.
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 9B
C.
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY OF VACAVILLE INVESTMENT POLICY
(Staff contact: Ken Matsumiya, Director of Finance (707) 449-5180)
Individual Action: By simple motion, adopt the subject resolution.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: Not applicable
Funding Source: Not applicable
Budget Distribution: Not applicable
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 9C
D.
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE ALAMO CREEK PARK IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
(Staff contact: Jacob Smith, Construction Manager (707) 449-5429)
Individual Action: By simple motion, adopt the subject resolution.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: There are no additional funds requested for this item.
Funding Sources: Measure M (1002) and Gas Tax (4010).
Budget Distribution: The budget for this project is included in the Capital Improvement Project account #820384, and sufficient funding exists in the project account.
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 9D
E.
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE EXPANSION OF TRANSIT BUILDING PROJECT
(Staff contact: Jacob Smith, Construction Manager (707) 449-5429)
Individual Action: By simple motion, adopt the subject resolution.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: There are no additional funds requested for this item.
Funding Sources: Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and Transportation Development Act (TDA).
Budget Distribution: The budget for this project is included in the Capital Improvement Project account #810348, and sufficient funding exists in the project account.
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 9E
F.
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE VACAVILLE MUSEUM RESTROOM RENOVATION PROJECT
(Staff contact: Jacob Smith, Construction Manager (707) 449-5429)
Individual Action: By simple motion, adopt the subject resolution.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: There are no additional funds requested for this item.
Funding Sources: 2000 Tax Allocation Bond (TAB) Proceeds.
Budget Distribution: The budget for this project is included in the Capital Improvement Project account #810363, and sufficient funding exists in the project account.
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 9F
G.
RESOLUTION TO AWARD THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE TULARE DRIVE WATER LINE REPLACEMENT PROJECT TO THE APPARENT LOW BIDDER, KOIOS ENGINEERING, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $553,140
(Staff contact: Daniel Sutton, Engineering Manager (707) 449-5035)
Individual Action: By simple motion, adopt the subject resolution.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: No additional funds are requested.
Funding Sources: Water Major Replacement (5103).
Budget Distribution: The budget for this project is included in the Capital Improvement Project accounts #860124, and sufficient funding exists in the project account.
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 9G
H.
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL MAP FOR ROBERTS’ RANCH VILLAGE D-NORTH
(Staff contact: Chris Gioia, Public Works Engineering Manager (707) 449-5160)
Individual Action: By simple motion, adopt the subject resolution.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: There are no funds requested for this item.
Funding Source: Public Works - Development Engineering (2028)
Budget Distribution: The budget for any expenses related to this item is included in the Public Works-Development Engineering annual operating budget.
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #3 - Protect Vacaville’s Quality of Life
Initiative 3A: Promote Housing for All
Levine Act: Yes
Staff Report 9H
I.
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE DESIGN CONCEPT FOR ALEBRIJE SCULPTURE PUBLIC ART AT TROWER PARK
(Staff contact: Melody Land, Recreation Manager (707) 449-5657)
Individual Action: By simple motion, adopt the subject resolution.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: No additional funds are being requested.
Funding Source: Measure M (1002)
Budget Distribution: The budget for the art components is included in the Trower Park Improvement Project (840163).
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #3 - Protect Vacaville’s Quality of Life
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Goal #5 - Promote Community Engagement and Increased Equity and Inclusion
Levine Act: Yes
Staff Report 9I
J.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - APPROVE THE MINUTES FOR THE MEETING OF MARCH 24, 2026 AND THE SPECIAL MEETING OF APRIL 7, 2026
(Staff contact: Michelle Thornbrugh, Municipal Clerk Services Manager (707) 449-5100)
Individual Action: Approve the Minutes for the meeting of March 24, 2026, and the Special meeting of April 7, 2026.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: There are no funds requested for this item.
Funding Source: Not applicable
Budget Distribution: Not Applicable
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 9J
K.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AND PAYROLL PAYMENT OF CLAIMS FOR THE WEEKS ENDING MARCH 20, 2026; MARCH 27, 2026; AND APRIL 3, 2026; AND WIRE AND ACH DISBURSEMENTS FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH 2026
(Staff contact: Ken Matsumiya, Director of Finance (707) 449-5180)
Individual Action: By simple motion, approve the Payment of Claims.
Fiscal Impact:
The claims paid for the period total $20,361,924.64.
Amount Requested: Not applicable
Funding Source: Not applicable
Budget Distribution: Not applicable
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Levine Act: No
RECOMMENDED ACTION ON ALL CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS - By simple motion, adopt the items on the Consent Calendar.
Staff Report 9K
AP Register
Payroll Register
10. BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR -
This is the time to address the Council with issues that are not on the agenda that are within the Council’s subject matter jurisdiction. With certain exceptions, the City Council may not discuss or take action on items that are not on the agenda. Members of the audience wishing to address a specific agendized item are encouraged to offer their public comment during consideration of that item. Comment is limited to three minutes per speaker or group spokesperson per Government Code §54954.3(a); VMC §2.04.130.
Public Comment - Mike Whitley Train Noise
11. PUBLIC HEARINGS –
A.
RESOLUTION SUBMITTING ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY AND LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS, CITY OF VACAVILLE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 11 (SOUTHTOWN POLICE AND FIRE SERVICES) ANNEXATION NO. 8 (VANDENGATE); AND
RESOLUTION DECLARING RESULTS OF SPECIAL ANNEXATION ELECTION, DETERMINING VALIDITY OF PRIOR PROCEEDINGS, AND DIRECTING RECORDING OF AN AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF SPECIAL TAX LIEN, CITY OF VACAVILLE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 11 (SOUTHTOWN POLICE AND FIRE SERVICES) ANNEXATION NO. 8 (VANDENGATE); AND
ORDINANCE LEVYING SPECIAL TAX WITHIN THE CITY OF VACAVILLE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 11 (SOUTHTOWN POLICE AND FIRE SERVICES), INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY, CITY OF VACAVILLE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 11 (SOUTHTOWN POLICE AND FIRE SERVICES) ANNEXATION NO. 8 (VANDENGATE) (First Reading)
(Staff contact: Ken Matsumiya, Director of Finance (707) 449-5180)
Recommended Action: Hold the Public Hearing for the Annexation of property into Community Facilities District No. 11. If no majority protest is received at the public hearing, instruct City Clerk to open ballot for the special tax election and announce results. If the ballot is voted in favor of the annexation: adopt by simple motion the Resolution Submitting Annexation of Territory and Levy of Special Taxes to Qualified Electors; adopt by simple motion the Resolution Declaring Results of Special Annexation Election; and by title only, introduce the Ordinance Levying Special Tax within Community Facilities District No. 11, including the annexation territory.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: Not applicable
Funding Source: Not applicable
Budget Distribution: Not applicable
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #2 - Strengthen the Local Economy
Initiative 2B - Manage Impacts from Growth
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 11A
Item 11A - Presentation
Res. No. 2026-064
Res. No. 2026-065
B.
RESOLUTION SUBMITTING ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY AND LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS, CITY OF VACAVILLE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 12 (POLICE AND FIRE SERVICES) ANNEXATION NO. 6 (VANDEN COVE PHASE 1); AND
RESOLUTION DECLARING RESULTS OF SPECIAL ANNEXATION ELECTION, DETERMINING VALIDITY OF PRIOR PROCEEDINGS, AND DIRECTING RECORDING OF AN AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF SPECIAL TAX LIEN, CITY OF VACAVILLE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 12 (POLICE AND FIRE SERVICES) ANNEXATION NO. 6 (VANDEN COVE PHASE 1); AND
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VACAVILLE LEVYING SPECIAL TAX WITHIN THE CITY OF VACAVILLE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 12 (POLICE AND FIRE SERVICES), INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY, CITY OF VACAVILLE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 12 (POLICE AND FIRE SERVICES) ANNEXATION NO. 6 (VANDEN COVE PHASE 1) (First Reading)
Recommended Action: Hold the Public Hearing for the Annexation of property into Community Facilities District No. 12. If no majority protest is received at the public hearing, instruct City Clerk to open ballot for the special tax election and announce results. If the ballot is voted in favor of the annexation: adopt by simple motion the Resolution Submitting Annexation of Territory and Levy of Special Taxes to Qualified Electors; adopt by simple motion the Resolution Declaring Results of Special Annexation Election; and by title only, introduce the Ordinance Levying Special Tax within Community Facilities District No. 12, including the annexation territory.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: Not applicable
Funding Source: Not applicable
Budget Distribution: Not applicable
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #2 - Strengthen the Local Economy
Initiative 2B - Manage Impacts from Growth
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 11B
Item 11B - Presenation
Res. No. 2026-066
Res. No. 2026-067
12. BUSINESS –
A.
APPROVAL OF VACAVILLE HOUSING AUTHORITY HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER (SECTION 8) ANNUAL PUBLIC HOUSING AGENCY PLAN AND MOVING-TO-WORK SUPPLEMENTAL PLAN AND REVISIONS TO THE VACAVILLE HOUSING AUTHORITY ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN TO IMPLEMENT ADMINISTRATIVE POLICIES AND UPDATES
(Staff contact: Celinda Aguilar-Vasquez, Housing Services Administrator (707) 449-5689)
Recommended Action: By simple motion, adopt the resolution approving the Vacaville Housing Authority Annual Public Housing Agency Plan and Moving-to-Work Supplemental Plan and Vacaville Housing Authority Administrative Plan revisions.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: None
Funding Source: Housing Grants (2009-Housing Vouchers-VHA)
Budget Distribution: The budget for any expenses related to this item is included in the annual operating budget for Housing Grants
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #3 - Protect Vacaville’s Quality of Life
Initiative 3A: Promote Housing for All
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 12A
Item 12A - Presentation
B.
BUDGET UPDATE - COST SAVING MEASURES
(Staff contact: Ken Matsumiya, Director of Finance, (707) 449-5180)
Recommended Action: Receive the information and provide feedback.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: No funding is required or requested for this item.
Funding Source: Not applicable
Budget Distribution: Not applicable
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Initiative 4A: Ensure Fiscal Sustainability
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 12B
Item 12B - Presenation
C.
RESOLUTION ADOPTING UPDATES TO THE GENERAL FUND RESERVE POLICY
(Staff contact: Ken Matsumiya, Director of Finance, (707) 449-5180)
Recommended Action: By simple motion, adopt the subject resolution.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: No funding is required or requested for this item.
Funding Source: Not applicable
Budget Distribution: Not applicable
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Initiative 4A: Ensure Fiscal Sustainability
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 12C
Item 12C - Presenation
D.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VACAVILLE ADOPTING THE STRATEGIC PLAN FOR FISCAL YEARS 2027-2029 (JULY 2027 THRU JUNE 2029)
(Staff contact: Rica Guidry, Program Manager, (707) 449-5134)
Recommended Action: By simple motion, adopt the resolution.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: None
Funding Source: General Fund (1001)
Budget Distribution: The costs of staff time associated with this item are covered within the existing operating budget for City Manager.
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Initiative 4C: Build a Positive Organizational Culture and Workforce
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 12D
Item 12D - Presenation
Public Comment - Frank Nelstone Cannabis Program
13. CLOSED SESSION (continuation of Agenda Item 1 if needed)
14. ADJOURNMENT -
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I, City Clerk of the City of Vacaville, declare that the foregoing agenda for the APRIL 14, 2026 , Regular Meeting of the City
Council
/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency/Housing Authority/Public Financing Authority was posted and available for review by the required time as prescribed by law, at the Vacaville City Hall Council
Chambers,
650 Merchant Street
,
Vacaville
,
California
.
The agenda is also available in the City Administration Lobby at City Hall, 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA ______________________________
Michelle A. Thornbrugh, City Clerk