Citrus Heights public meetings in 2023
92 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The December 28, 2023 regular meeting of the Citrus Heights City Council is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 11, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 6360 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights, CA.
- Regular meeting of December 28, 2023 cancelled
- Next meeting scheduled for January 11, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
- Meeting location: Council Chambers, 6360 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights, CA
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will hold a special meeting with closed-session litigation and property negotiations, followed by a regular meeting. The regular agenda includes selecting a mayor and vice mayor, approving consent items like the treasurer's report and fee report, and voting on several resolutions, including the San Juan Avenue Complete Streets project and a three-year pavement preservation plan. Two ordinances will be introduced for first reading, one amending pedestrian traffic rules and another addressing illegal dumping.
- Selection of Mayor and Vice Mayor
- Resolution authorizing agreement with All Phase Construction, Inc. for San Juan Avenue Complete Streets Phase 1A
- Resolution approving Three Year Pavement Preservation Plan
- Ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 94 (Pedestrians, Sections 94-416 to 94-440)
- Ordinance amending Chapter 74 (Solid Waste) relating to illegal dumping
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Neighborhood Area 2 & 6 CHATS Rusch Park and Sunrise Ranch
The Sunrise Ranch and Rusch Park neighborhood associations are holding a joint holiday potluck. Chief Alex Turcotte will serve as the speaker for the event.
- Speaker: CH Chief Alex Turcotte
- Holiday Potluck
REACH Board Meetings
The Residents Empowerment Association of Citrus Heights (REACH) will meet to review administrative reports and discuss new Citrus Heights Police Department representatives. The board will also receive updates on several community projects and events.
- Discussion on CHPD new representatives/format
- City Tree Lighting update
- Safety Day update
- REACH Logo update
- Movie in the Park Pack update
Citrus Heights Education Committee
The Citrus Heights Education Committee is meeting to discuss preliminary findings and trends regarding local schools. The session includes a presentation on student enrollments and transfers and the proposal of preliminary recommendations based on analyzed data.
- Summary of data for Citrus Heights schools
- Presentation of student enrollments and transfers
- Discussion of preliminary findings and common themes
- Preliminary recommendations based on analyzed data
Neighborhood Area 2 & 6 CHATS Rusch Park and Sunrise Ranch
The scheduled monthly general meetings for the Sunrise Ranch (Area 6) and Rusch Park (Area 2) neighborhood associations on November 28 and December 26, 2023, are cancelled due to the holidays.
- December 5, 2023: Holiday Potluck featuring speaker CH Chief Alex Turcotte
- December 6, 2023: Christmas Tree Lighting and musical at City Hall
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for November 23, 2023. The next regular meeting is set for December 14, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 6360 Fountain Square Drive.
- Regular meeting of November 23, 2023 cancelled
- Next meeting scheduled for December 14, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.
- Meeting location: Council Chambers, 6360 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights, CA
Neighborhood Area 7/8/9 CHASEN
The Neighborhood Area 7/8/9 CHASEN meeting includes a police report and presentation by Sgt. Janet Shaefer. The session will address resident complaints regarding homeless camping, theft, and drug involvement at the Copperwood Square Shopping Center.
- Police/Crime report for Citrus Heights by Impact
- Presentation on suspect drawing process by Sgt. Janet Shaefer
- Discussion of issues at Copperwood Square Shopping Center
- Christmas Giving Tree project at 7800 Wonder St.
- Woodside K-8 School update
Neighborhood Area 5 Park Oaks
The Park Oaks Neighborhood Area (PONA) meeting scheduled for November 16, 2023, has been canceled. The agenda would have included a welcome, an update from the Citrus Heights Police Department's IMPACT Team with guest speaker Chief Turcotte, and events and REACH updates. The meeting was to be held at Advent Lutheran Church, 5901 San Juan Avenue, Citrus Heights, CA.
- Meeting canceled for November 16, 2023
- CHPD IMPACT Team update with Chief Turcotte as guest speaker (planned)
- Events and REACH update (planned)
- Board vacancies: Vice President/President Elect, Secretary, and three Director positions
- Door prize for one attendee and food donation drive for the Food Closet (planned)
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will vote on several consent items, including repealing the city's panhandling ordinance and accepting state and federal grants for police technology, equipment, and retail theft prevention. A public hearing will consider accepting the 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant. The council will also receive an informational report on the red light camera program.
- Repeal of Citrus Heights Municipal Code Chapter 78, Article III (panhandling prohibition)
- Acceptance of FY 2023 COPS Technology and Equipment Program grant funds
- Acceptance of FY 2023 Organized Retail Theft Prevention Grant Program funds and addition of one full-time position
- Authorization of on-call civil engineering services agreement with MacKay & Somps Engineers, Inc. for Sunrise Tomorrow Specific Plan
- Public hearing on 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) funding
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
REACH Board Meetings
The Residents Empowerment Association of Citrus Heights (REACH) will meet to review administrative reports and project updates. The board will discuss neighborhood links, visibility, and the organization's logo. The meeting includes recaps of Good Neighbor Week and Howl ‘o’ Ween events.
- Hopeful Neighborhood Project discussion
- Discussion on Neighborhood Links and visibility
- Review of REACH Logo
- City Tree Lighting and Safety Day updates
- Recap of CH Good Neighbor Week (Sept. 28-Oct. 4)
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will hold a special meeting with closed-session items on anticipated litigation and real property negotiations, followed by a regular meeting. The regular agenda includes public hearings on the 2024 CDBG Action Plan, a resolution supporting the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act of 2024, an annexation fiscal impact study, a first reading to repeal the panhandling ordinance, and options for funding two additional school resource officers. Consent items include approving minutes and accepting an OTS DUI/STEP grant.
- Closed session: real property negotiations for APNs including 6448 Sylvan Road and 7500 Coronado Lane with Bayside Covenant Church
- Resolution to accept OTS grant PT24044 for DUI/STEP enforcement
- Public hearing: adopt 2024 CDBG Action Plan and funding recommendations
- First reading: ordinance repealing panhandling prohibition (CHMC 78-50 to 78-54)
- Three options for funding two additional school resource officers: General Fund, ARPA, or SJUSD participation
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Citrus Heights Education Committee
The Citrus Heights Education Committee will review research findings regarding several local schools. The committee is analyzing data including test scores, attendance, and enrollment capacity to prepare recommendations.
- Review of school research for Arlington Heights, Cambridge Heights, and Carriage Drive Elementary
- Review of school research for Mesa Verde High School
- Review of school research for Grand Oaks, Kingswood K-8, Woodside K-8, and Sylvan Middle School
- Review of school research for Mariposa Avenue, Skycrest, Lichen K-8, and San Juan High School
- Data analysis and recommendations session
Neighborhood Area 2 & 6 CHATS Rusch Park and Sunrise Ranch
The Area 2 and Area 6 neighborhood associations are holding their monthly general meeting. The agenda includes a presentation by a senior civil engineer on the Old Auburn Project, a discussion on animal control and code enforcement requirements, and a holiday donation drive for needy families. The meeting is open to residents and includes routine items like approval of minutes and a treasurer's report.
- Presentation on Old Auburn Project by Daniel Kehrer, Senior Civil Engineer
- Discussion on animal control and code enforcement requirements in Citrus Heights
- Collecting monetary donations for holiday food and gifts for children (checks payable to Sunrise Ranch Area 6)
- Collecting old glasses and hearing aids for Lions Club distribution
Neighborhood Area 10 Sylvan Old Auburn Road
This is a neighborhood association meeting (Area 10, Sylvan Old Auburn Road) featuring a presentation and Q&A session with Citrus Heights Police Chief Alex Turcotte. The agenda also includes a council report, a recap of Good Neighbor Week, and a costume contest. The meeting is primarily social and informational, with no formal decisions or votes scheduled.
- Police Chief Alex Turcotte presentation and Q&A (up to 45 minutes)
- Council report by Dr Jayna Karpinski Costa (up to 10 minutes)
- Good Neighbor Week recap (up to 5 minutes)
- Costume contest with categories: Funniest, Scariest, Most Creative, Best Overall
- Upcoming participation opportunities presented by Natalee Price
Neighborhood Area 5 Park Oaks
The Neighborhood Area 5 Park Oaks group is holding a meeting at Advent Lutheran Church. The provided agenda contains only scheduling information and no specific discussion items or decisions.
- Meeting held at 5901 San Juan Avenue, Citrus Heights, CA
Neighborhood Area 7/8/9 CHASEN
This is a regular meeting of the Citrus Heights Area 7/8/9 neighborhood group. Members will hear reports on police/crime, a Christmas tree project, and local events. Two presentations are scheduled: one on the Sunrise Point affordable housing complex and another on a proposed water rate increase by the Citrus Heights Water District.
- Presentation by Erin Johansen, CEO of HOPE Cooperative, on Sunrise Point affordable living complex
- Presentation by Kayleigh Shepard on Citrus Heights Water District's proposed rate increase
- Police/Crime report from Impact Detectives
- Update on Christmas Tree Giving project
- Upcoming events: Howl'O Ween Parade & Harvest Festival (Oct 21), Trunk or Treat (Oct 25), Woodside K-8 Harvest Festival (Oct 28)
Citrus Heights Collaborative
The Citrus Heights Collaborative is holding a hybrid meeting focused on White Cane Awareness, featuring presentations from several organizations serving the blind and visually impaired. The meeting is informational, with no decisions or votes on the agenda.
- White Cane Awareness celebration
- Presentations by California Council of the Blind, Braille and Talking Book Library, Society for the Blind, and SMUD
- Hybrid meeting at City Hall, 6360 Fountain Square Drive, and via Zoom
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will hold a public hearing on the Sylvan Corners subdivision at 7137 Auburn Boulevard, which involves a general plan amendment, rezone, tentative subdivision map, design review, tree permit, and an affordable housing agreement. The council will also review the draft 2024 Action Plan and funding recommendations for the Community Development Block Grant Program, with final action continued to October 26, 2023. Consent items include approving minutes, amendments to subdivision improvement agreements for Wyatt Ranch and Mitchell Farms, and a contract amendment for the San Juan Avenue Complete Streets Project Phase 1.
- Sylvan Corners Subdivision at 7137 Auburn Boulevard: General Plan Amendment, Rezone, Tentative Subdivision Map, Design Review Permit, Tree Permit, and affordable housing agreement with Woodside Homes of Northern CA
- Review Draft 2024 Action Plan and funding recommendations for Community Development Block Grant Program
- Amendment No. 02 to Wyatt Ranch Subdivision Improvement Agreement
- Amendment No. 01 to Mitchell Farms Subdivision Improvement Agreement
- Contract Amendment No. 2 with Bennett Engineering Services, Inc. for San Juan Avenue Complete Streets Project Phase 1
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Neighborhood Area 3 CHANT
This is the monthly meeting of the Citrus Heights Area Number Three neighborhood association. The group will discuss the upcoming Howl O Ween event, a Community Impact Project that includes applying for NIP funds, Lincoln Highway Association recognition, public art, and a sun shade at Crosswoods Community Park, followed by an open forum.
- Howl O Ween event on October 21st at 8:45a at Auburn Oaks Plaza (8421 Auburn Blvd)
- Community Impact Project: applying for NIP funds
- Lincoln Highway Association recognition
- Public art discussion
- Functional improvements: sun shade at Crosswoods Community Park
REACH Board Meetings
The Residents Empowerment Association of Citrus Heights (REACH) is holding its regular board meeting. The agenda includes administrative actions like approving past meeting minutes and a treasurer's report, a collaboration update from Citrus Heights Police Department Lieutenant Wes Herman, and recaps and updates on community events. Neighborhood representatives will also share updates.
- Approval of minutes from July 10, 2023, and September 4, 2023 meetings
- Treasurer's report by Jeff Horn
- CHPD collaboration update by Lieutenant Wes Herman
- Recap of City Scoop event 3 and Sunday Funday
- Update on CH Good Neighbor Week (Sept. 28-Oct. 4) and Howl 'o' Ween
Neighborhood Area 10 Sylvan Old Auburn Road
This agenda announces a community yard sale event in the Sylvan Old Auburn Road area, part of Citrus Heights' Good Neighbor Week. The event is scheduled for September 30, 2023, from 9 am to 3 pm, and is intended to bring neighbors together and allow residents to sell items. The agenda is mostly promotional and contains no formal decisions or public hearings.
- Community yard sale on September 30, 2023, 9 am - 3 pm
- Event part of Citrus Heights Good Neighbor Week
- Participation contact: Natalee at 209-570-1031
- Option to rent space from SOAR or hold sale at home
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will hold a special meeting for a closed session on property negotiations, followed by a regular meeting. The main action item is adopting new Memorandums of Understanding for two police employee associations, along with salary table amendments, cost-of-living adjustments, and changes to health benefit contributions. The council will also accept completion of two street projects and hear proclamations.
- Adopt MOUs for Citrus Heights Police Officers Association and Police Employees Association
- Amended salary table with cost-of-living and market equity adjustments
- Amendments to employer health benefit contribution levels
- Final acceptance of 2022 Residential Street Resurfacing Project and 2021 Greenback Lane Complete Streets Improvements Project
- Closed session on property negotiations for 6448 Sylvan Road and 7500 Coronado Lane
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Citrus Heights Education Committee
The Citrus Heights Education Committee is meeting to recap its research assignments on schools within city boundaries. Committee members will present initial findings on test scores, attendance, activities, and enrollment for assigned schools. The group will discuss common themes and seek guidance for further research.
- Recap of City Council Work Plan and Committee Research Assignments
- Presentation of initial findings for schools in three groups
- Discussion of preliminary findings and common themes
- Clarification and guidance for further research
- Next steps and closing remarks
Neighborhood Area 2 & 6 CHATS Rusch Park and Sunrise Ranch
The Sunrise Ranch (Area 6) and Rusch Park (Area 2) neighborhood associations hold their monthly general meeting. The agenda includes a crime statistics report from Citrus Heights Impact Detectives, a presentation on the Navigator Program funding by Homeless Assistance Resource Team Board Chair Irene Hronicek, and discussions of upcoming city events. The meeting is primarily informational, with no major decisions or proposals listed.
- Crime statistics report by Citrus Heights Impact Detectives
- Presentation on Navigator Program funding by Irene Hronicek
- Discussion of Citrus Heights upcoming events (REACH meeting summary)
- Collection of old glasses and hearing aids for Lions Club
- Next meeting scheduled for October 24, 2023, with topics on Old Auburn Project and Animal Control Officer
Neighborhood Area 10 Sylvan Old Auburn Road
The Area 10 SOAR neighborhood meeting will feature presentations from Citrus Heights Police Department representatives on safety, and Citrus Heights Water's Kayleigh Shepard on the CHW Budget Roadshow. The agenda also promotes Good Neighbor Week activities and upcoming community events, with no formal decisions or votes scheduled.
- CHPD representatives to give citywide and SOAR safety reports (up to 20 minutes)
- Citrus Heights Water budget roadshow presentation by Kayleigh Shepard (up to 25 minutes)
- Good Neighbor Week Sept 28-Oct 4: register acts of neighborliness, nominate a good neighbor
- SOAR Yard Sale Sept 30, 9am-1pm, and Block Party 1-4pm at Community Clubhouse
- Next meeting Oct 23: costume contest and guest speaker CHPD Chief Alex Turcotte
Neighborhood Area 5 Park Oaks
The Park Oaks Neighborhood Association (PONA) is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes a welcome, an update from the Citrus Heights Police Department's IMPACT Team, a guest speaker (Mayor Tim Schaefer), and updates on events and the REACH program. The meeting is open to residents and includes a door prize and a request for non-perishable food donations.
- Guest speaker: Mayor Tim Schaefer
- CHPD IMPACT Team update
- Events and REACH update
- Board of Directors vacancies open
- Non-perishable donation for Food Closet requested
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting on September 14, 2023, to consider several items, including adopting objective design standards for multi-family and mixed-use development along Auburn Boulevard, allocating community support funding for FY 2023/2024, and authorizing a memorandum of understanding with Sacramento County for homeless services. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as minutes, ordinance amendments, a Microsoft agreement renewal, engineering services for intersection improvements, a trail project subcontractor finding, and police fleet vehicle acquisition. The meeting also includes proclamations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Awareness Month, Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and National Forensic Science Week.
- Adoption of objective design standards for Auburn Boulevard Special Planning Area (multi-family and mixed-use)
- Allocation of FY 2023/2024 Community Support Funding
- Memorandum of Understanding with Sacramento County for homeless services
- Police fleet vehicle acquisition
- Ordinance amendments to penalty provisions (Sections 50-507, 50-605, 78-53, 98-132)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Citrus Heights Planning Commission Meetings
The Citrus Heights Planning Commission is holding a public hearing to decide on two major development projects. The first is a use permit for a multi-purpose banquet hall at 7942 Arcadia Drive. The second is a comprehensive approval for the Sylvan Corners subdivision at 7137 Auburn Blvd, which includes rezoning, a general plan amendment, and a tentative map for 94 single-family homes. The commission will also approve the minutes from the May 10, 2023 meeting.
- Use Permit for a multi-purpose banquet hall/event center at 7942 Arcadia Drive (Citrus Town Event Center)
- General Plan Amendment and Rezone for the Sylvan Corners Subdivision at 7137 Auburn Blvd
- Tentative Subdivision Map for 94 for-sale single-family homes, including 14 income-qualified homes
- Approval of a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) for the Sylvan Corners project under CEQA
- Approval of Planning Commission minutes from May 10, 2023
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Citrus Heights Collaborative
The Citrus Heights Collaborative, a community group focused on human services and quality of life, is meeting to hear updates from several organizations. Presentations will cover SHRA-SERA and SMUD updates, and local service providers will spotlight their work. The meeting is hybrid, held in person at City Hall and via Zoom.
- Spotlight on services by Safe Credit Union and Living Water Church
- SHRA-SERA update by Maryliz Paulson
- SMUD update by Leslie Adorno De Chacing
- Collaborative roundtable discussion
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation and labor negotiations with police employee organizations. The public portion includes roll call and public comment, but no action items are listed on the open agenda.
- Closed session on anticipated litigation (one case) under California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
- Closed session on labor negotiations with Citrus Heights Police Officers Association, Citrus Heights Police Employees Association, and unrepresented employees
- Agency negotiators: City Manager Ashley Feeney, City Attorney Ryan Jones, and Negotiator Patrick Clark
REACH Board Meetings
The Residents Empowerment Association of Citrus Heights (REACH) is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes administrative actions such as approving minutes and a treasurer's report, along with updates on community events like City Scoop, Sunday Funday, Good Neighbor Week, and Howl 'o' Ween. New business items include a HART Spaghetti Feed, REACH Tax ID authorization, and NUSA NIP Funds. The meeting is primarily procedural with event planning and organizational updates.
- Approval of minutes from July 10 and August 7, 2023 meetings
- Treasurer's report by Jeff Horn
- Update on CH Good Neighbor Week Sept. 28-Oct. 4
- New business: HART Spaghetti Feed
- New business: REACH Tax ID authorization
Citrus Heights Education Committee
The Citrus Heights Education Committee is holding a special meeting to recap its July 23 meeting, review available resources, and hear a presentation on the district reorganization process. The committee will also take questions from the City Council subcommittee and outline next steps.
- Recap of July 23, 2023 meeting including protocol and work plan
- Presentation on district reorganization process
- City Council subcommittee Q&A
- Discussion of available resources
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The August 24, 2023 regular meeting of the Citrus Heights City Council is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 6360 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights, CA.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting: September 14, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 6360 Fountain Square Drive
Neighborhood Area 2 & 6 CHATS Rusch Park and Sunrise Ranch
The Sunrise Ranch (Area 6) and Rusch Park (Area 2) neighborhood associations hold their monthly general meeting. The agenda includes a crime statistics report from Citrus Heights Impact Detectives, a presentation by Sylvan Library Supervisor Diego Diaz, and a SMUD update on coming changes. Routine business covers meeting minutes, a treasurer's report, and a collection drive for old glasses and hearing aids to support the Lions Club.
- Crime statistics report by Citrus Heights Impact Detectives
- Presentation by Sylvan Library Supervisor Diego Diaz on library services
- SMUD presentation on upcoming changes
- Collection of old glasses and hearing aids for Lions Club distribution
- Upcoming events: Sunday Funday at Rusch Park (Sept 24), Howl-O-Ween Parade (Oct 21), Christmas Tree Lighting (Dec 6)
Citrus Heights Collaborative
The Citrus Heights Collaborative is meeting to hear presentations from Capital Probono on legal services and SMUD on residential assistance programs, followed by an update on the Sacramento Emergency Rental Assistance (SERA) program. The meeting includes a roundtable discussion for members.
- Presentation by Capital Probono on pro bono legal services
- Presentation by SMUD on residential assistance programs
- Update on Sacramento Emergency Rental Assistance (SERA) program
- Roundtable discussion among Collaborative members
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar and several discussion items. Key topics include a presentation on police officers assigned to schools, designating a voting delegate for the League of California Cities conference, and introducing an ordinance to amend penalty provisions in four municipal code sections. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and accepting a signalized intersection safety project.
- Discussion on police officers assigned to schools
- Ordinance amending penalty provisions in sections 50-507, 50-605, 78-53, and 98-132
- Resolution accepting Various Signalized Intersection Safety Improvements Project (PN 20-17-003)
- Designation of voting delegate for League of California Cities Annual Conference
- Proclamation honoring Chris Myers on retirement
The City Council introduced an ordinance to allow certain municipal code violations to be treated as infractions or civil actions instead of misdemeanors. The Council also accepted the completion of a signalized intersection safety project and appointed delegates for the League of California Cities conference.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved July 27, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Received and filed Quarterly Treasurer's Report ending June 30, 2023 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2023-078 accepting Various Signalized Intersection Safety Improvements Project as complete (5-0)
- Appointed Council Member MariJane Lopez-Taff as voting delegate and Mayor Tim Schaefer as alternate for the League of California Cities Annual Conference (5-0)
- Introduced for First Reading Ordinance No. 2023-___ to amend penalty provisions in Municipal Code Sections 50-507, 50-605, 78-53 and 98-132 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will hold public hearings to levy fiscal year 2023/2024 assessments for several landscape maintenance and lighting assessment districts, and will also consider approving the Greater Sacramento Economic Council annual agreement and stormwater expenditures. The agenda includes consent items and a police department update on rabbits at Crosswoods Community Park.
- Landscape Maintenance Assessment District 97-01 (Zones 1-4) assessment levy
- Landscape Maintenance Assessment Districts 98-01, 98-02, 03-01 assessment levies
- Citrus Heights Lighting Assessment District assessment levy
- Fiscal Year 2023-24 Greater Sacramento Economic Council annual agreement
- Sacramento Stormwater Quality Partnership program expenditures authorization
The City Council approved fiscal year 2023/2024 assessments for multiple landscape maintenance and lighting districts. The council also authorized expenditures for the Sacramento Stormwater Quality Partnership Program and renewed an agreement with the Greater Sacramento Economic Council.
- Approved July 13, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-071 to expend stormwater funds for Sacramento Stormwater Quality Partnership (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-072 to levy FY 2023/2024 assessments for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District 97-01 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-073 to levy FY 2023/2024 assessments for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District 98-01 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-074 to levy FY 2023/2024 assessments for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District 98-02 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-075 to levy FY 2023/2024 assessments for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District 03-01 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-076 to levy FY 2023/2024 assessments for Citrus Heights Lighting Assessment District (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-077 approving Greater Sacramento Economic Council Annual Agreement (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Neighborhood Area 2 & 6 CHATS Rusch Park and Sunrise Ranch
The Sunrise Ranch (Area 6) and Rusch Park (Area 2) neighborhood associations are holding a joint monthly meeting. The agenda includes a crime statistics report from Impact Detectives, a presentation by District 4 Council Member Dr. Jayna Karpenski-Costa (also a Sacramento-Yolo Vector Mosquito representative), and discussions on upcoming city events. The meeting is primarily informational, with no major decisions or proposals listed.
- Crime statistics report by Citrus Heights Impact Detectives
- Presentation by Dr. Jayna Karpenski-Costa on city projects and mosquito issues
- Leatherby's Ice Cream event at Sylvan Community Center on August 19, 2013
- Collection of old glasses and hearing aids for Lions Club distribution
- SMUD rate changes mentioned as upcoming
Neighborhood Area 10 Sylvan Old Auburn Road
This is a neighborhood association (SOAR) meeting for Area 10, featuring presentations from Citrus Heights Police Department (CHPD) on safety, including a K9 demonstration, and updates from a council member. The agenda is largely social and informational, with no formal decisions or votes scheduled.
- CHPD IMPACT officers and Detective Lombardo with K9 Viva will give safety reports and a demonstration
- Neighbor Highlight: John Klunder will give a Neighborhood Farm Update
- Council Member Dr. Jayna Karpinski-Costa will provide a council report
- Upcoming events include National Night Out on August 1 and City Council meetings on August 10 and 24
Neighborhood Area 7/8/9 CHASEN
The CHASEN neighborhood meeting for Citrus Heights areas 7, 8, and 9 will feature Senior Civil Engineer Daniel Kehrer discussing the status of the Old Auburn Road Complete Streets project and other concerns. The meeting is open to residents to get information and share concerns.
- Old Auburn Road Complete Streets project update by Daniel Kehrer
- Monthly neighborhood meeting for areas 7, 8, 9
- Meeting at Foundation Christian Church, 7800 Wonder Street
Citrus Heights Education Committee
The Citrus Heights Education Committee (CHEC) is holding a special meeting to organize its work. The agenda includes introductions, a review of the work plan and member assignments, and setting the future meeting schedule. No decisions or substantive discussions are listed; the meeting is primarily procedural.
- Review of work plan and committee member assignments
- Discussion of next steps and future meeting schedule
- Meeting protocol and ground rules
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will hold a special closed session on labor negotiations with police associations, followed by a regular meeting. The regular agenda includes consent items to initiate annual updates for landscape and lighting assessment districts, adopt nine-month strategic objectives, and authorize an on-call arborist agreement. A public hearing will confirm delinquent solid waste charges for collection on property tax rolls, and the council will consider adopting Affordable Ownership Program Guidelines.
- Initiate proceedings for FY 2023/2024 updates for Landscape Maintenance Assessment Districts 97-01, 98-01, 98-02, 03-01, and Citrus Heights Lighting District
- Adopt nine-month strategic objectives for June 1, 2023 to March 1, 2024
- Authorize agreement with Davey Resource Group for on-call arborist services
- Confirm delinquent solid waste charges and order collection on property tax roll
- Adopt Affordable Ownership Program Guidelines
The City Council approved guidelines for the Affordable Ownership Program to manage the creation and long-term monitoring of affordable housing units. The council also authorized the collection of over $553,000 in delinquent solid waste charges via the property tax roll.
- Adopted Affordable Ownership Program Guidelines (5-0)
- Approved collection of $553,681.44 in delinquent solid waste charges on property tax roll (5-0)
- Approved appointment to fill Citrus Heights Education Committee vacancy (3-2)
- Authorized agreement with Davey Resource Group for on-call arborist services (5-0)
- Adopted Nine-Month Strategic Planning Objectives for June 1, 2023 to March 1, 2024 (5-0)
- Initiated proceedings for FY 2023/2024 updates for Landscape Maintenance Assessment Districts 98-01, 98-02, and 03-01 (5-0)
- Initiated proceedings for FY 2023/2024 update for Citrus Heights Lighting District (5-0)
- Initiated proceedings for FY 2023/2024 update for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District 97-01 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar and regular agenda items. Key actions include approving the FY 2023/24 and FY 2024/25 biennial budget document, awarding a professional services agreement for Cripple Creek repairs, and authorizing additional work on the 2022 Residential Street Resurfacing Project. The council will also discuss objective design standards for the Auburn Boulevard Special Planning Area and receive updates on the Stars and Stripes Celebration, fireworks enforcement, and the Homeless Navigator Program.
- Approve minutes of June 8, 2023 meeting
- Adopt resolution approving Concern as Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Receive and file FY 2023/24 and FY 2024/25 Biennial Budget Document
- Authorize agreement with Dokken Engineering for Cripple Creek Repairs Project
- Authorize change orders up to 17% with All Phase Construction for 2022 Residential Street Resurfacing, increasing budget to $2,991,546
The City Council appointed seven members to the Citrus Heights Education Committee and approved several infrastructure and administrative resolutions. The council also received the biennial budget document and discussed proposed design standards for the Auburn Boulevard Special Planning Area.
- Appointed Jeannie Bruins, Karen Mix, John Kane, Jessica Fork, Tom Scheeler, Robin Stout, and Laura Wilbur to the Education Committee (5-0)
- Approved the FY 2023/24 and FY 2024/25 Biennial Budget Document (5-0)
- Authorized professional services agreement with Dokken Engineering for Cripple Creek Repairs Project (5-0)
- Increased 2022 Residential Street Resurfacing budget to $2,991,546 and authorized change orders up to 17% with All Phase Construction, Inc. (5-0)
- Authorized Amendment No. 1 with Consor North America, Inc. for the 2022 Residential Street Resurfacing Project (5-0)
- Approved Concern as the City Employee Assistance Program (5-0)
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved minutes from June 8, 2023 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Neighborhood Area 7/8/9 CHASEN
The CHASEN Neighborhood Area 7/8/9 meeting will feature Citrus Heights City Manager Ashley Feeney, who will discuss the City's priorities and concerns and take questions. The agenda also includes police/crime statistics, committee reports, a proposal for the Citrus Town Event Center, and CHASEN bylaws revisions.
- City Manager Ashley Feeney presentation on City priorities
- Police/crime statistics for the area
- Introduction of proposed Citrus Town Event Center by Sam Hameed
- CHASEN Bylaws revisions discussion
- National Night Out on 8/1/2023
The group approved the previous meeting minutes and adopted revised bylaws. The revisions changed the term 'Association' to 'Area' and established that REACH will hold funds for any area that becomes inactive.
- Approved previous meeting minutes
- Approved revised bylaws (Passed)
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council is holding a special meeting and strategic planning retreat to review progress on the current strategic plan and adopt new objectives for June 2023 through March 2024. The retreat includes public comment, a review of accomplishments, and goal-setting sessions. Staff recommends moving to an annual strategic planning cycle and proposes a nine-month implementation period for the next set of objectives.
- Review of Focus Area Work Plan progress, including beautification crew (100,000 lbs. refuse picked up) and $1,000,000 Business Attraction Program
- Draft objectives include reporting three-year street resurfacing recommendations for major roadways
- Finalize MOU with SRPD and Orangevale Park District for Arcade Cripple Creek Trail maintenance and construction
- Advertise and award construction contract for Auburn Blvd Complete Streets Phase 2 (Rusch Park to North City Limits)
- Resolve Navigator contract issues and present report to City Council
Neighborhood Area 3 CHANT
This is the monthly meeting of the Citrus Heights Area Number Three neighborhood group. The agenda includes a police department update on the IMPACT unit with statistics and Q&A, plus a city update from Courtney Riddle covering Citrus Heights Cares and City Scoop. The meeting also includes introductions, local business and volunteer opportunities, and upcoming events. It is a routine community meeting with no formal decisions or votes scheduled.
- CHPD IMPACT Unit update with statistics and Q&A
- City update by Courtney Riddle on Citrus Heights Cares and City Scoop
- Introductions and local business/volunteer/event announcements
REACH Board Meetings
The Residents Empowerment Association of Citrus Heights (REACH) is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will approve minutes, hear reports, nominate and elect officers, and discuss bylaw modifications. They will also decide whether to cancel or move the July meeting and plan for National Good Neighbor Day.
- Approval of minutes from May 1, 2023
- Treasurer's report by Tom Scheeler
- City report by Courtney Riddle on Citrus Heights Cares and City Scoop Summer Series
- Nomination and election of officers
- Discussion on REACH bylaws modifications
Citrus Heights Collaborative
The Citrus Heights Collaborative is meeting to hear presentations on organics edible food recovery and the Sunrise Food Ministry, followed by a roundtable discussion. The agenda also includes a review of the 2023 calendar, with July and November meetings cancelled.
- Presentation on Organics Edible Food Recovery by Mary Poole, City of Citrus Heights
- Presentation on Sunrise Food Ministry by April Jacek
- Collaborative roundtable discussion
- 2023 calendar review, including cancelled July and November meetings
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will vote on several resolutions, including approving community project grant awards, adopting a road maintenance and rehabilitation project list for FY 2023-2024 funded by Senate Bill 1, and authorizing an agreement with neighboring cities and the county to meet SB 1383 edible food recovery requirements. The agenda also includes consent items on purchasing policy updates and recording delinquent solid waste charges on property tax rolls, plus presentations on a retiring district administrator and Republic Services contamination penalties.
- Resolution approving Community Projects Grant Awards (Item 10)
- Resolution approving FY 2023-2024 project list funded by Senate Bill 1 (Item 11)
- Resolution authorizing agreement with County of Sacramento and cities of Elk Grove, Folsom, Galt, Rancho Cordova, and Sacramento for SB 1383 edible food recovery (Item 8)
- Resolution of intention to record delinquent solid waste service charges on property tax roll (Item 9)
- Updates to Purchasing Policy and Asset Capitalization and Inventory Control Policy (Item 7)
The City Council approved a project list for road maintenance funded by Senate Bill 1 and awarded grants to several community organizations. The Council also adopted policies regarding purchasing and the recording of delinquent waste service charges on property tax rolls.
- Approved FY 2023-2024 SB 1 road project list estimated at $2,125,472 (5-0)
- Approved Community Project Grants Set 1: Women’s Club ($5,000), Royal Stage ($1,900), and Sunrise Christian Food Ministry ($2,000) (5-0)
- Approved Community Project Grants Set 2: Junior Achievement of Sacramento ($3,500) (4-0)
- Approved Community Project Grants Set 3: Citrus Heights Arts ($10,000) (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2023-045 for SB 1383 edible food recovery agreement (4-1)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2023-046 to record delinquent solid waste charges on property tax rolls (5-0)
- Approved updates to Purchasing Policy and Asset Capitalization and Inventory Control Policy (5-0)
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will hold a special meeting with a closed session, followed by a regular meeting. The main business is adopting the FY 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 budget, including an appropriation limit, a five-year capital improvement program, and use of American Rescue Plan Act funds for police services. The council will also consider a letter of public convenience for a beer and wine license at Humle Beer House, a History & Arts grant for Royal Stage, the Sunrise MarketPlace annual report, and a work plan for the Citrus Heights Education Committee.
- Adopt two-year budget for FY 2023-24 and 2024-25
- Approve use of ARPA funds for Police Department services
- Approve letter for Type 42 alcohol license at 7086 Auburn Boulevard (Humle Beer House)
- Approve History & Arts Grant Program application for Royal Stage
- Approve Sunrise MarketPlace Property-Based Improvement District 2022 Annual Report
The City Council adopted the budgets for the next two fiscal years and approved a five-year Capital Improvement Program. The council also authorized the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds for police services and approved an alcohol license for a new brew pub.
- Approved FY 2023-24 and 2024-25 budgets (5-0)
- Established appropriation limit for FY 2023-24 (5-0)
- Approved Five Year Capital Improvement Program for FY 2023/2024-2027/2028 (5-0)
- Approved use of American Rescue Plan Act funds for Police Department services (5-0)
- Approved Type 42 alcohol license for Humle Beer House at 7086 Auburn Boulevard (5-0)
- Renewed Police Department Military Equipment Policy via Resolution No. 2023-036 (5-0)
- Authorized City Engineer to abandon existing deeds or easements (5-0)
- Approved History & Arts Grant Program application for Royal Stage (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Neighborhood Area 2 & 6 CHATS Rusch Park and Sunrise Ranch
The Sunrise Ranch (Area 6) and Rusch Park (Area 2) neighborhood associations are holding a joint monthly meeting. The agenda includes a presentation from the Citrus Heights City Engineer on the Auburn Blvd revitalization project, a presentation on a proposed Mariposa Ave development, and discussions on new home construction, the 2023 Stars & Stripes Celebration, and a Lions Club collection drive. The meeting is open to residents.
- Auburn Blvd revitalization project update by City Engineer Leslie Bromquist
- Mariposa Ave development presentation by Paul Makhnovskiy
- Proposed 6-home development on Mariposa Ave south of Heredia Dr
- 2023 Stars & Stripes Celebration on July 1, 2023
- Collection of old glasses and hearing aids for Lions Club
Neighborhood Area 10 Sylvan Old Auburn Road
This is a regular neighborhood meeting for Area 10 (Sylvan/Old Auburn Road) in Citrus Heights. Attendees will hear from Citrus Heights Police Department representatives about safety, and from Irene Hronicek of the Homeless Assistance Resource Team (HART) about efforts to end homelessness. The meeting also includes a council report and discussion of a fireworks booth.
- CHPD safety reports and Q&A
- HART presentation on homelessness by Irene Hronicek
- Council report by Dr. Jayna Karpinski-Costa
- New business: fireworks booth
- Neighborhood social with snacks provided by SOAR
Neighborhood Area 5 Park Oaks
The Park Oaks Neighborhood Area 5 (PONA) is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes a presentation from the Citrus Heights Police Department (CHPD) Impact representative and elections for PONA officers. Attendees are also asked to bring non-perishable food donations for the Food Closet.
- CHPD Impact representative presentation
- PONA officer elections
- Food gift card drawing for a family-owned restaurant by a Citrus Heights resident
- Non-perishable food drive for the Food Closet
Neighborhood Area 7/8/9 CHASEN
The CHASEN Neighborhood Area 7/8/9 meeting will feature California Assembly Representative Josh Hoover (7th District) as the program speaker. He will share his priorities and take questions from residents. The meeting will also include introductions, approval of minutes from the April 18 meeting, a treasurer's report, police/crime statistics from an IMPACT officer, and committee/project reports.
- Presentation by Assembly Representative Josh Hoover
- Police/crime statistics from IMPACT officer
- Treasurer's report for Area 7/8/9
- National Night Out on 8/1/2023
- June program: Citrus Heights City Manager Ash Feeney
The committee approved the minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting. The session included a report on local crime statistics and a presentation from State Representative Josh Hoover regarding District 7.
- Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes
Citrus Heights Collaborative
The Citrus Heights Collaborative is meeting to hear presentations from San Juan Unified School District on LGBTQ community resources and summer youth programs, and from SMUD on its internship program. Project Sentinel will also present on fair housing rights and services. The meeting includes a roundtable discussion for members.
- LGBTQ Community Resources & Summer Youth Programs – San Juan Unified School District
- Internship Program & Upcoming Opportunities – SMUD
- Fair Housing Rights & Services – Project Sentinel
- Collaborative Roundtable Discussion
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The City Council adopted a zoning code update and approved a $20,000 economic development grant. Council also authorized a $60,000 agreement for a comprehensive grants strategy. A biennial budget overview was discussed, with final adoption scheduled for May 25, 2023.
- Approved Zoning Code Update Ordinance No. 2023-003 (5-0)
- Approved $20,000 grant to Sunrise MarketPlace via Resolution No. 2023-034 (5-0)
- Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2023-035 for a grants strategy agreement with Townsend Public Affairs not to exceed $60,000 (5-0)
Citrus Heights Planning Commission Meetings
The Planning Commission approved the division of a 5-acre parcel at 8020 Twin Oaks Ave into two smaller lots of 3.38 and 1.62 acres. The project was determined to be categorically exempt from CEQA. The approval is for land division only and does not include construction permits.
- Approved minutes for March 22, 2023 (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-04 determining 8020 Twin Oaks Ave project is Categorically Exempt from CEQA (6-0)
- Approved Tentative Parcel Map to divide 5-acre parcel at 8020 Twin Oaks Ave into two parcels (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Neighborhood Area 3 CHANT
Citrus Heights Area Number Three CHANT holds its monthly meeting with police updates from CHPD's IMPACT team and a discussion of the city's HART program. Members will vote for Secretary and Treasurer positions and consider bylaw updates recommended by REACH. The group will also plan upcoming events including a block party and National Night Out on August 1, 2023.
- CHPD IMPACT Team updates
- HART discussion with Irene Hronicek
- Voting for Secretary and Treasurer positions
- Bylaw updates per REACH recommendations
- National Night Out: August 1, 2023
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The City Council introduced an ordinance to update the Zoning Code and approved several neighborhood improvement grants. The Council also authorized a $60,000 annexation feasibility study and designated the City Manager to execute state and federal aid agreements.
- Approved Neighborhood Improvement Partnership funding not to exceed $2,595 (Resolution 2023-030)
- Approved Neighborhood Improvement Partnership funding not to exceed $1,725 (Resolution 2023-031)
- Authorized $60,000 for an Annexation Feasibility Study and Outreach Project (Resolution 2023-032)
- Designated City Manager as authorized representative for State and Federal Aid projects (Resolution 2023-029)
- Determined proposed Zoning Code amendments are exempt from CEQA
- Introduced Ordinance 2023-003 to amend Zoning Code Chapter 106 for first reading
- Accepted 2022 Transportation Development Act Funds and Single Audit Report
- Continued Sunrise MarketPlace 2022 Annual Report to a future meeting
Neighborhood Area 2 & 6 CHATS Rusch Park and Sunrise Ranch
The Sunrise Ranch (Area 6) and Rusch Park (Area 2) neighborhood associations are holding a joint monthly meeting. The agenda includes a presentation by Citrus Heights Police Department representative Mike Rutledge demonstrating an unmanned aerial system (drone) and a crime statistics report from Impact Detectives. Residents will also discuss neighborhood concerns, new home construction on Mariposa Avenue, and a May 16 meeting with State Assemblyman Josh Hoover.
- Drone demonstration by CHPD representative Mike Rutledge
- Crime statistics report from Impact Detectives
- Discussion of new home construction on Mariposa Avenue
- May 16 meeting with State Assemblyman Josh Hoover at CHASEN Foundation Christian Church
- Collecting old glasses and hearing aids for Lions Club
Neighborhood Area 5 Park Oaks
The Park Oaks Neighborhood Area 5 (PONA) is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes a presentation from the Citrus Heights Police Department's IMPACT representative and other discussion, plus a raffle for a food gift card and a collection of non-perishables for the Food Closet.
- CHPD IMPACT representative presentation
- Raffle for a food gift card to a family-owned restaurant
- Non-perishable food collection for the Food Closet
Neighborhood Area 7/8/9 CHASEN
The CHASEN Neighborhood Area 7/8/9 meeting will include a presentation by Citrus Heights Police Department Representative Mike Rutledge on the uses of Unmanned Aerial Systems (drones), followed by an outdoor demonstration. The agenda also includes police crime statistics, committee reports, and discussion of new business.
- Presentation on UAS (drones) by Citrus Heights Police Department Representative Mike Rutledge
- Police/Crime statistics for the area and Citrus Heights from IMPACT officer
- National Night Out scheduled for 8/1/2023
- Republic Services concerns and responses
- May meeting on 5/16/2023 with Josh Hoover, CA Assembly Representative
The group approved the distributed minutes and reviewed financial balances. Members discussed ongoing planning projects, National Night Out preparations, and a request for a sidewalk on Villa Oak. The group also submitted a letter of support for an outdoor theater at Rusch Park.
- Approved distributed minutes
- Submitted letter of support for outdoor theater at Rusch Park
Citrus Heights Collaborative
The Citrus Heights Collaborative held a hybrid meeting on April 14, 2023, to review youth services. The agenda featured presentations on youth programs from the Sunrise Recreation & Park District and the Sylvan Oaks Library. A spotlight session covered youth programs at the Sayonara Center, followed by a roundtable discussion.
- Presentation on Sunrise Recreation & Park District Youth Programs by Jake Polito
- Presentation on Sylvan Oaks Library Youth Programs by Jenell Heimbach
- Spotlight on Sayonara Center Youth Programs by Julie Habeeb
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The City Council adopted updates to the municipal code regarding floods and authorized agreements for on-call environmental and traffic engineering services. Council also approved an amendment to a property purchase agreement with Woodside Homes and confirmed appointments to the Sacramento Groundwater Authority Board.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-002 amending Chapter 42 'FLOODS' (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-027 authorizing on-call environmental and traffic engineering consultant agreements (5-0)
- Confirmed appointment of Citrus Heights Water District Board members to Sacramento Groundwater Authority Board (5-0)
- Approved amendment to Sylvan Property purchase agreement with Woodside Homes (4-1)
- Approved March 23, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)
- Tabled proposed amendments to massage establishment ordinances for further staff review
- Directed staff to develop a naming ordinance with community input and a Flash Vote for Greenback Open Space
Neighborhood Area 2 & 6 CHATS Rusch Park and Sunrise Ranch
The Sunrise Ranch (Area 6) and Rusch Park (Area 2) neighborhood associations are holding their monthly general meeting. The agenda includes presentations from Citrus Heights District 4 City Council Representative Dr. Jayna Karpenski-Costa on recent City Council issues and the Sunrise Mall, and a Medicare educational session. The REACH meeting summary was cancelled, and there is no unfinished business. New business includes a possible presentation by State Assemblyman Josh Hoover and collecting old glasses and hearing aids for the Lions Club.
- Presentation by Dr. Jayna Karpenski-Costa on City Council issues and Sunrise Mall
- Medicare educational presentation by Garrett Sellers
- REACH meeting summary cancelled
- Possible May or June presentation by Assemblyman Josh Hoover
- Collecting old glasses and hearing aids for Lions Club
The meeting consisted of presentations from a City Council Representative, a police detective, and a Medicare educator. The previous meeting minutes were approved via email. No new legislative actions or formal votes were recorded.
- Approved previous meeting minutes (uncontested via email)
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will hold a special meeting for a closed session performance evaluation of the City Manager, followed by a regular meeting. The regular agenda includes consent items, public hearings, and regular calendar items, with notable actions including approval of a $1 million business attraction incentive program funded by ARPA, a flood ordinance update, and a memorandum of understanding for a housing project.
- Approve Neighborhood Improvement Partnership Grant Program guidelines
- Approve Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report for CDBG funds
- Consider forming a Citrus Heights Education Advisory Committee
- Approve MOU with Habitat for Humanity for Sayonara Drive Replacement Housing Project
- Approve $1,000,000 Business Attraction Incentive Program using ARPA funds
The City Council approved a $1 million business attraction program and a memorandum of understanding for the Sayonara Drive Replacement Housing Project. The Council also voted to form an Education Advisory Committee to study the feasibility of a local school district. Additionally, the city introduced updates to its flood municipal code.
- Approved $1,000,000 in ARPA funds for Business Attraction Incentive Program
- Approved MOU with Habitat for Humanity for Sayonara Drive project ($1,911,585 contribution and $369,434 fee waivers)
- Approved formation of Citrus Heights Education Advisory Committee (3-2)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2023-024 approving 2022 CDBG Performance Evaluation Report
- Adopted Resolution No. 2023-023 modifying Neighborhood Improvement Partnership Grant guidelines
- Introduced first reading of Ordinance to amend Municipal Code Chapter 42 regarding floods
- Directed staff to send letter of support for SB 316 (Prevent Serial Theft)
- Approved meeting agenda and minutes from March 3 and March 9, 2023
Citrus Heights Planning Commission Meetings
The Citrus Heights Planning Commission is reviewing proposed objective design and development standards for mixed-use and multi-family residential development in the Auburn Boulevard Specific Plan Area. The Commission's recommendations will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. The agenda also includes approval of the February 22, 2023 meeting minutes and public comment.
- Review of objective design and development standards for Auburn Boulevard Specific Plan Area
- Standards apply to mixed-use and multi-family residential development
- Recommendations to be forwarded to City Council for final action
- Approval of minutes for February 22, 2023 meeting
- CEQA exemption under section 5061(b)(3)
The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve objective design and development standards for mixed-use and multi-family residential development in the Auburn Boulevard Specific Plan Area. The Commission also found these standards to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
- Approved February 22, 2023 minutes (7-0)
- Adopted resolution finding Auburn Boulevard Objective Design Standards exempt from CEQA (7-0)
- Recommended City Council approve Auburn Boulevard Objective Design Standards (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Neighborhood Area 7/8/9 CHASEN
The CHASEN (Citrus Heights Area Seven Eight Nine) neighborhood meeting will feature a presentation from the City's General Services Department, including Director Regina Cave and Construction/Maintenance Inspector Supervisor Armando Velasquez. Residents can learn about the department's priorities and share their concerns. The meeting also includes updates on police/crime statistics, committee reports, and new business such as Old Auburn Trail lights.
- Presentation by General Services Director Regina Cave and Armando Velasquez
- Police/crime statistics for the area by IMPACT officer
- Discussion of Old Auburn Trail lights as new business
- National Night Out scheduled for 8/1/2023
- April meeting to feature CHPD drone demonstration
The group approved the minutes from the February 21, 2023 meeting. Members received reports from the IMPACT officer and the General Services Department regarding city maintenance and crime tracking technology.
- Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes
Neighborhood Area 3 CHANT
The Citrus Heights Area Number Three (CHANT) neighborhood group is holding its monthly meeting. Attendees will hear from a planning commissioner about the commission's role and how to apply for one of seven open positions, plus updates from city economic development staff, police officers, and a SMUD representative.
- Planning commission presentation by Andrew Van Duker on 7 open positions
- City Economic Development and Community Engagement staff attendance (Megan Huber, Courtney Riddle)
- CHPD IMPACT team officers to provide neighborhood activity update
- SMUD Community Engagement Representative Patrick Guild to share brief remarks
Neighborhood Area 7/8/9 CHASEN
This is a community potluck event, not a formal government meeting. It is sponsored by neighborhood associations and features a special presentation by Greg Gayton of Green Acres Nursery & Supply on promoting new growth and celebrating spring renewal in Citrus Heights. Attendees are asked to bring a dish to share.
- Special presentation by Greg Gayton of Green Acres Nursery & Supply
- Event held at Citrus Heights Community Center, 6300 Fountain Square Dr.
- Doors open at 6pm, dinner at 6:30pm
- Bring a dish to share
REACH Board Meetings
This is a community potluck event sponsored by neighborhood associations, not a formal government decision-making meeting. The agenda includes a special presentation by Greg Gayton of Green Acres Nursery & Supply on celebrating spring renewal in Citrus Heights. Attendees are asked to bring a dish to share, with doors opening at 6pm and dinner at 6:30pm.
- Special presentation by Greg Gayton of Green Acres Nursery & Supply
- Community potluck dinner at Citrus Heights Community Center, 6300 Fountain Square Dr.
- Event sponsored by neighborhood associations
Neighborhood Area 2 & 6 CHATS Rusch Park and Sunrise Ranch
This is a community potluck event, not a formal government meeting. It is sponsored by neighborhood associations and includes a special presentation by Greg Gayton from Green Acres Nursery & Supply on spring renewal. Attendees are asked to bring a dish to share.
- Community potluck dinner at Citrus Heights Community Center, 6300 Fountain Square Dr.
- Special presentation by Greg Gayton of Green Acres Nursery & Supply
- Event sponsored by neighborhood associations as a R.E.A.C.H event
Citrus Heights Collaborative
The Citrus Heights Collaborative is meeting to hear presentations from the Glass Slipper and the Citrus Heights Homeless Assistance Resource Team (HART), and to spotlight the Citrus Heights Homeless Navigator program. The group will also hold a roundtable discussion. The agenda includes a draft 2023 calendar with future topics, and notes that July and November meetings are cancelled.
- Presentation by Glass Slipper director Jackie Guzman
- Presentation by HART president Irene Hronicek
- Spotlight on Citrus Heights Homeless Navigator Gabby Yost
- Draft 2023 calendar with monthly topics
- July 14 and November 10 meetings cancelled
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting with several consent items, including a second reading of an ordinance prohibiting commercial vehicle parking on public streets and a resolution updating the parking fine schedule. The council will also consider a mid-year budget adjustment and financial forecast update, and receive reports on investments, finances, and the General Plan. A zoning code update public hearing is continued to March 23, 2023.
- Second reading of Ordinance No. 2023-001 prohibiting commercial vehicle parking on public streets
- Resolution updating the Citrus Heights Parking Violation Fine Schedule
- Fiscal Year 2022-23 Mid-Year Budget Adjustment and Financial Forecast Update
- Approval of Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2022-23
- Acceptance of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY ended June 30, 2022
The City Council approved amendments to the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget and adopted an ordinance prohibiting commercial vehicle parking on public streets. The council also approved the city's investment policy and the 2022 General Plan Annual Progress Report. A public hearing on zoning code updates was continued to April 27, 2023.
- Approved FY 2022-23 Mid-Year Budget Adjustment (3-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-001 prohibiting commercial vehicle parking on public streets (3-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2023-021 updating parking violation fine schedule (3-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2023-019 approving Investment Policy for FY 2022-23 (3-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2023-020 accepting 2022 General Plan Annual Progress Report (3-0)
- Received and filed Quarterly Treasurer's Report and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (3-0)
- Continued Zoning Code Updates public hearing to April 27, 2023 (3-0)
- Approved February 23, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
REACH Board Meetings
The Residents Empowerment Association of Citrus Heights (REACH) meeting scheduled for Monday, March 6, 2023, is cancelled. No other business is listed on this agenda.
- Meeting cancelled
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council is holding a special meeting on March 3, 2023, with the primary purpose of a closed session to evaluate the City Manager's performance. The agenda includes public comment, the closed session, and a report out of any actions taken. No other substantive items are listed.
- Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation for City Manager (California Government Code Section 54957)
The City Council convened for a special meeting to conduct a closed session regarding the City Manager's performance evaluation. No reportable actions were taken during the session.
Neighborhood Area 10 Sylvan Old Auburn Road
This is the monthly Neighborhood Area 10 (Sylvan Old Auburn Road) meeting in Citrus Heights. Attendees will hear from CHPD representatives on safety, get updates from the city's Economic Development department on community grants, and receive a City Council update from Council Member Dr. Jayna Karpinski-Costa. The meeting also includes neighborhood social time, a board election announcement, and a door prize drawing.
- CHPD IMPACT officers safety report and Q&A
- City Community Projects Grant presentation by Meghan Huber and Courtney Riddle
- City Council update by Council Member Dr. Jayna Karpinski-Costa
- REACH Community Potluck announced for March 13, 2023
- Board election to be held at April meeting
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will hold a special meeting for a closed-session performance evaluation of the City Manager, followed by a regular meeting. The regular agenda includes a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to prohibit commercial vehicle parking on public streets, a resolution to amend the master fee schedule, and several regular calendar items: adopting affordable housing ownership program guidelines, approving a business attraction incentive program with $500,000 in ARPA funds, and allocating $47,000 for a community beautification campaign. The council will also recognize retiring employees and approve meeting minutes.
- Ordinance to prohibit commercial vehicle parking on public streets (first reading)
- Resolution to establish new fee and amend city user fees
- Resolution adopting Affordable Housing Ownership Program Guidelines
- Resolution approving Business Attraction Incentive Program with $500,000 in ARPA funds
- Resolution allocating $47,000 in ARPA funds for 'Citrus Heights Cares' campaign
The City Council introduced a new ordinance to prohibit commercial vehicle parking on public streets to improve safety and walkability. The council also updated the Master Fee Schedule and allocated funds for a community beautification campaign.
- Introduced Ordinance No. 2023-001 prohibiting commercial vehicle parking on public streets (3-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2023-015 updating the Master Fee Schedule, including a $25 shopping cart retrieval fee (3-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2023-018 allocating $47,000 in ARPA funds for the 'Citrus Heights Cares' beautification campaign (3-0)
- Approved the meeting agenda (3-0)
- Approved minutes from February 9, 2023 (3-0)
- Tabled Affordable Housing Ownership Program Guidelines
- Tabled Business Attraction Incentive Program approval
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Citrus Heights Planning Commission Meetings
The Citrus Heights Planning Commission will consider the city's annual General Plan progress report, which analyzes 66 goals guiding development. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and staff training.
- General Plan Annual Progress Report for 2022
- Approval of minutes from February 8, 2023
- Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items
The Planning Commission approved the 2022 General Plan Annual Progress Report and directed staff to forward it to the City Council and state agencies. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 8, 2023 meeting.
- Approved minutes for February 8, 2023 (7-0)
- Adopted 2022 General Plan Annual Progress Report (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Neighborhood Area 7/8/9 CHASEN
This is a regular meeting of the Citrus Heights Area 7/8/9 neighborhood association. Members will hear from a new school board member and a city management analyst about community project grants, plus get a police/crime update. They will also review minutes, a treasurer's report, and discuss neighborhood concerns like Old Auburn Trail lights.
- Presentation by Tanya Kravchuk, SJUSD School Board Member, District 5
- Presentation by Courtney Riddle on Citrus Heights Community Project Grants
- Police/crime statistics update from IMPACT officer
- Discussion of Old Auburn Trail Lights as new business
- March meeting scheduled with Citrus Heights Maintenance
The committee approved the previous meeting minutes as corrected. The group received reports on local police canine updates, homeless navigator client numbers, and the installation of benches and garbage cans on the Old Auburn walking trail.
- Approved minutes as corrected
Neighborhood Area 5 Park Oaks
The Park Oaks Neighborhood Area (PONA) is holding its regular meeting. The agenda includes a presentation from a CHPD IMPACT representative, a discussion with City of Citrus Heights staff about a project grant program, planning for a REACH workshop/potluck, an update on Theatre in the Heights, and upcoming May elections. The meeting is open to residents and includes a food drive.
- CHPD IMPACT representative presentation
- Discussion with City staff Megan Huber and Courtney Riddle on project grant program
- Volunteers needed for REACH Workshop/Potluck
- Theatre in the Heights 2022-2023 update by Andrew Tait
- Upcoming May PONA elections
Citrus Heights Collaborative
The Citrus Heights Collaborative met to review presentations from the Citrus Heights Police Department and Aetna Health Services. The group discussed the 2023 annual planning calendar, selected facilitators for upcoming meetings, and finalized the 2023 meeting schedule. No specific ordinances, contracts, or budget items were decided.
- Presentation by Samantha Lofas of the Citrus Heights Police Department
- Presentation by Charlie Thompson of Aetna Health Services
- Selection of facilitators for upcoming meetings
- Finalization of the 2023 Meeting Calendar
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, a facility fee waiver for a community event, and a mandated ethics training item. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions.
- Approval of minutes from January 26, 2023 meeting
- Resolution to waive $2,814.24 facility fee for REACH potluck at Citrus Heights Community Center
- AB 1234 mandated ethics training for council members
- Proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Citrus Heights Planning Commission Meetings
The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council adopt amendments to the Zoning Code regarding affordable housing incentives, parking, ADUs, and temporary uses. The commission also found these amendments exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act. Additionally, the commission elected a new Chair and Vice Chair.
- Recommended City Council adopt Zoning Code amendments to Chapter 106 (7-0)
- Recommended City Council find Zoning Code amendments exempt from CEQA (7-0)
- Elected Van Duker as Chair (7-0)
- Elected Price as Vice Chair (7-0)
- Approved minutes for August 10, 2022 (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will hold a special meeting for closed-session negotiations on the sale of 7137 Auburn Blvd. and three pending lawsuits, followed by a regular meeting. The regular agenda includes consent items on housing funds, a dental program, and engineering contracts, plus regular-calendar items on a chamber grant, an annexation study RFP, and a potential July 4th fireworks event.
- Closed session: real property negotiation for 7137 Auburn Blvd. with Woodside Homes
- Closed session: litigation in City of Citrus Heights v. Ho, Burhans v. City, Richards v. City
- Consent: $14,848 grant to Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce from Economic Development Support Fund
- Consent: RFP for consultant to evaluate fiscal impact of four potential annexation areas
- Consent: $80,000 ARPA allocation for a patriotic community event with professional fireworks
The City Council approved funding for a patriotic community event and a grant for the local Chamber of Commerce. The Council also authorized a request for proposals to evaluate four potential annexation areas. Several administrative resolutions regarding housing and infrastructure contracts were adopted via the consent calendar.
- Approved $80,000 in ARPA funds for Independence Day event including fireworks (3-2)
- Approved $14,848 grant to Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce (5-0)
- Authorized RFP for consultant to evaluate four potential annexation areas (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-007 amending Permanent Local Housing Allocation application (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-008 to join PRISM Dental Program (5-0)
- Approved Contract Amendment No. 2 for Auburn Blvd. Complete Streets Project (5-0)
- Approved Contract Amendment No. 2 for Drainage Master Plan (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-011 for Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program funds (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Neighborhood Area 2 & 6 CHATS Rusch Park and Sunrise Ranch
The Sunrise Ranch (Area 6) and Rusch Park (Area 2) neighborhood associations are holding a joint monthly meeting. The agenda includes a crime statistics report from Impact Detectives, a presentation by Irene Hronicek of the Homeless Assistant Resource Team (H.A.R.T.), and discussions on neighborhood concerns and a project. The meeting is open to residents and includes social time before the formal agenda.
- Crime statistics report for Areas 2 and 6 by Impact Detectives
- Presentation by Irene Hronicek, H.A.R.T. Board Chairman, on homeless resources
- Discussion of Neighborhood Improvement Project
- Collection of old glasses and hearing aids for Lions Club
- Treasurer's report for Area 6, including Holiday Gift for Families totals
Neighborhood Area 10 Sylvan Old Auburn Road
This is a regular neighborhood association meeting for Area 10 (Sylvan/Old Auburn Road) in Citrus Heights. Attendees will hear from Citrus Heights Police Department representatives on safety, a local business spotlight, a City Council update, and discuss old and new business items. The agenda is mostly informational and social, with no formal votes or decisions expected.
- CHPD IMPACT officers to present safety report and address neighborhood concerns
- Local Business Spotlight: Taste of Tuscany with Alan Harney on budget dining tips
- City Council update from Council Member Dr. Jayna Karpinski-Costa
- Discussion of rebuilding the board, Aromatics at Arcade Park, and Senior Spring Bounty
- New business: community potluck and Nosh Nook at American River College
Neighborhood Area 5 Park Oaks
The Park Oaks Neighborhood Area (PONA) is holding its regular meeting. They will hear from a CHPD Impact representative and the City's Economic Development Director about business retention, discuss participating in a REACH workshop/potluck, and prepare for upcoming May elections. The agenda is mostly informational and organizational, with no formal votes or decisions listed.
- CHPD Impact representative presentation
- Megan Huber, Economic Development & Community Engagement Director, on business retention and growth
- Discussion on REACH Workshop/Potluck participation
- Upcoming May PONA elections
- Food drive for the Food Closet
Neighborhood Area 7/8/9 CHASEN
This is a regular meeting of the Citrus Heights Area 7/8/9 neighborhood group. Members will hear from the new City Council District 2 representative, Marijane Lopez-Taff, about her priorities and take resident concerns. The agenda also includes a police/crime statistics report, approval of previous minutes, a treasurer's report, and committee updates.
- Presentation by new City Council Member Marijane Lopez-Taff (District 2)
- Police/crime statistics report for the area and Citrus Heights
- Approval of minutes from 11/15/2022 meeting
- Treasurer's report for Area 7/8/9
- 2022 Family Christmas Project report
The committee approved the distributed minutes and reviewed financial reports for Areas 7, 8, and 9. City Council Representative Marijane Lopez-Taft presented three goals for Citrus Heights regarding economic growth, safety, and school district ties.
- Approved meeting minutes
Citrus Heights Collaborative
The Citrus Heights Collaborative, a community group facilitated by the city, is meeting to hear member updates and hold a group planning session for 2023. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.
- Roundtable updates by Collaborative members
- Group planning session for 2023
Citrus Heights City Council Meetings
The Citrus Heights City Council will hold its regular meeting, covering routine consent items like minutes approval, remote meeting authorization, and regional board appointments. The main discussion items are presentations on safe schools by the school district and a staff presentation on police officers assigned to schools, with the council possibly providing direction. The council will also make appointments to the Planning Commission and Construction Board of Appeals.
- Appointments to regional boards: SMAQMD, SRCSD/SASD, STA, SACOG
- Discussion on police officers assigned to schools
- Presentation by San Juan Unified School District on safe schools
- Planning Commission and Construction Board of Appeals appointments
- Resolution to continue remote meetings under AB 361
The City Council appointed six individuals to the Planning Commission and two members to the Construction Board of Appeals. The Council also approved resolutions to continue remote meetings and update the City Council Handbook. No action was taken on a proposal to place armed police officers at every school.
- Approved Planning Commission appointments: Marcelle Flowers, Natalee Price, Andrew Van Duker, James Remick, Max Semenenko, and Oleg Shishko (5-0)
- Appointed Lance Gartner and Manuel Perez-Salazar to the Construction Board of Appeals (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2023-001 to continue remote meetings during the State of Emergency (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2023-006 to amend the City Council Handbook (5-0)
- Approved appointments to various Regional Boards and Committees via Consent Calendar Item 8 (5-0)
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)