Auburn, AL

Planning Commission Study Session

Greater Auburn Area Fire Safe Council

The Greater Auburn Area Fire Safe Council is meeting to discuss fire safety coordination, hear agency reports, and receive a guest presentation on electric vehicle and lithium battery safety. The agenda includes routine approvals, updates on council membership and a potential merger, and planning for community events.

• Guest speaker: EV and lithium battery safety by Battalion Chiefs Eric Reams and Nick Salas
• Status update on North Auburn/Ophir Fire Safe Council merger
• Financial report under new business
• First Responders Fair, October 3, 2026, Granite Bay Park, 6010 Douglas Blvd.
• UCANR Walking Tour of Hidden Valley Firewise Community, August 11, 2026

Planning Commission - Study Session

The Planning Commission will hold a study session to receive an informational report on the Draft Auburn 2045 General Plan and its Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR). No formal action will be taken; the session is for commissioners to ask questions and receive public comment before public hearings scheduled for October 2026. The DEIR comment period closes September 21, 2026.

• Study session on Draft Auburn 2045 General Plan and DEIR (informational only)
• Public comment period for DEIR closes September 21, 2026
• First public hearing tentatively scheduled for October 6, 2026
• Planning Commission action anticipated October 20, 2026
• Approval of July 21, 2026 meeting minutes

EDC Town Hall - Small Town Talk

The Auburn Economic Development Commission is hosting a town hall event on August 11, 2026, from 5:30-8:00 PM at City Hall Council Chamber. The agenda includes a speaker lineup of local business owners discussing what makes businesses successful in Auburn, how they grow, and how the community can support entrepreneurs. The event is facilitated by Natalie Otis and includes a welcome and community questions segment.

• Speaker: Reese Browning (Old Town Pizza)
• Speaker: Heather Mauel (8 Dutch B)
• Speaker: Dmitriy Sergeyev (Serg Supply)
• Facilitator: Natalie Otis (City of Auburn EDC & Auburn Gymnastics)
• Community Q&A session

City Council Meeting

The Auburn City Council is meeting to decide on a consent calendar of routine items, including accepting a $231,013.84 California Highway Patrol grant for DUI enforcement equipment and overtime, funding a fire captain position, and purchasing a hybrid truck for the airport. The council will also hold a first reading of a zoning ordinance amendment on mobile food vendors and hear a presentation on the Surplus Land Act. The agenda includes several standard administrative approvals and reports.

• Approve $231,013.84 CHP CTF grant for DUI patrol pickup, motorcycle, narcotics analyzer, and overtime enforcement
• Approve funding of one Fire Captain position and updated position allocation
• Approve $40,000 budget adjustment to purchase hybrid pick-up truck for Auburn Airport and surplus vehicle AIR-2
• First reading of ordinance amending Section 159.180 on Mobile Food Vendors
• Approve Amended and Restated Agreement for Legal Services with Colantuono, Highsmith & Whatley, PC

City Council Meeting

The Auburn City Council will consider consent calendar items including funding a fire captain position, purchasing a hybrid truck for the airport, accepting a $231,013.84 California Highway Patrol grant for DUI enforcement, and appointing Youth Advisory Commission members. A public hearing will introduce an ordinance amending mobile food vendor regulations. Council business includes a Surplus Land Act presentation and adoption of revised council rules.

• Accept $231,013.84 from CHP CTF Grant for DUI patrol vehicles, narcotics analyzer, and enforcement outreach
• Approve $40,000 budget adjustment to purchase hybrid pickup truck for Auburn Airport and surplus vehicle AIR-2
• First reading of ordinance amending Section 159.180 on mobile food vendor regulations
• Adoption of revised City Council Rules and Procedures
• Funding of one Fire Captain position by resolution

Arts Commission Meeting

The Auburn Arts Commission is discussing updates on several public art installations and community events. The body will review proposals for a 2027 Art Retreat sponsorship and a September 5 fundraiser.

• Repair and upgrade of Peter Hazel fish statue in Central Square
• Art Walk scheduled for August 7
• SPP summer movie series on August 8, 15, 29, and September 5
• Public Art Sculpture Proposal from Katy Fries
• Proposal for fundraiser at Armed Forces Pavilion and Community Garden on September 5

Greater Auburn Area Fire Safe Council

The Greater Auburn Area Fire Safe Council will approve the agenda and the June 19, 2026 meeting minutes. Council members will hear reports from local fire agencies, the American Red Cross, and other stakeholders, followed by a guest speaker on electric‑vehicle and lithium‑battery safety. New business includes a financial report and discussion of the First Responders Fair planned for October 3, 2026 at Granite Bay Park.

• Approval of today’s agenda
• Approval of June 19, 2026 meeting minutes
• Guest speaker on electric‑vehicle and lithium‑battery safety (Battalion Chiefs Eric Reams and Nick Salas)
• Financial report presentation
• First Responders Fair event scheduled for Oct 3, 2026, Granite Bay Park, 6010 Douglas Blvd

Planning Commission/HDRC Joint Meeting

The Planning Commission and Historic Design Review Commission are meeting to discuss updates to mobile food vendor regulations. The body will also review a permit for new illuminated signage at a downtown cafe.

• Proposed ordinance amending Section 159.180 of the Auburn Municipal Code regarding mobile food vendors
• Historic Design Review Permit for new illuminated LED wall signage at Baked & Brewed Café & Bistro (958 Lincoln Way)
• Introduction of new Associate Planner Kelly Mumper

City Council Meeting

The Auburn City Council will consider approving an employment agreement with James Lindsay as Interim City Manager and discuss the process for filling a City Council vacancy. The consent calendar includes approval of a successor MOU with the Auburn Firefighters IAFF Local 4110, a contract for the 2026 ADA Curb Ramp Upgrade Project ($195,215.90), and a contract for the Pacific Avenue and Pleasant Avenue Bicycle Improvement Project ($85,734.00). The council will also consider designating a census tract as a Qualified Opportunity Zone and adopt revised council rules and procedures.

• Employment Agreement with James Lindsay as Interim City Manager (Item 13)
• Discussion on process for filling City Council vacancy (Item 14)
• Successor Memorandum of Understanding with Auburn Firefighters IAFF Local 4110 for 2026-2028 (Item 12, consent)
• Award of contract for 2026 ADA Curb Ramp Upgrade Project, not to exceed $195,215.90 (Item 7, consent)
• Award of contract for Pacific Avenue and Pleasant Avenue Bicycle Improvement Project, not to exceed $85,734.00 (Item 10, consent)

Endurance Capital Committee

The Committee will review the FY2026–27 budget update and several project updates. Discussion items include the Brick Pillar Refresh Project, cycling reports, and trail and equestrian updates.

• FY2026–27 Budget Update
• Brick Pillar Refresh Project
• Western States Endurance Run post-event report
• Festival of Lights Parade review
• ECC Holiday Dinner review

Arts Commission Meeting

The commission is reviewing updates on several ongoing initiatives, including the Peter Hazel fish statue and the OT/High Street underpass path. Members will also discuss potential mosaic projects and a $3,000 grant from AFTA/Carnegie.

• AFTA/Carnegie $3k grant for mosaic project
• Peter Hazel fish statue repair/upgrade in Central Square
• OT/High Street underpass path project update
• New Art Park signage and Lee Buckingham tile fund
• Public Art Sculpture Proposal by Katy Fries

City Council Meeting

The Auburn City Council will consider a consent calendar that includes approvals for minutes, investment reports, amended appropriation limits, an airport ground lease assignment, and several contracts. Major items include a construction agreement for the 2026 ADA Curb Ramp Upgrade Project up to $195,215.90 and a bicycle improvement contract up to $85,734.00. Council business will address the appointment of an interim city manager, a vacancy discussion, a fire department sub‑joint operations review, and a recommendation for Opportunity Zone designation. The meeting will also adopt revised council rules and receive various reports.

• 2026 ADA Curb Ramp Upgrade Project – construction agreement up to $195,215.90 with 10% contingency
• Pacific Avenue and Pleasant Avenue Bicycle Improvement Project – contract up to $85,734.00 with 10% contingency
• Professional Services Agreement with R.E.Y. Engineers, Inc. for on‑call land surveying services
• Assignment of ground lease for Hangar 75, authorizing the Interim City Manager to sign documents
• Employment Agreement appointing James Lindsay as Interim City Manager

City Council Meeting

The Auburn City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-27 final budget of $33,607,027, which sets General Fund Reserves at $5,375,542. The consent calendar includes multiple ordinances, contracts, and employee agreements, including a new entertainment zone in downtown Auburn, a sewer lift station improvement project, and renewal of the police military equipment policy. Public hearings are scheduled for the annual Business Improvement District assessment levy and sewer service charges.

• Adoption of $33,607,027 FY 2026-27 final budget
• Award of contract up to $1,678,459.20 for Canyon Court Sewer Lift Station Improvement Project
• Second reading of ordinance establishing an additional Entertainment Zone in downtown Auburn
• Approval of dispatch services agreement with CALFIRE for FY 2026-27 through FY 2028-29
• Call for November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election

The Auburn City Council approved the FY 2026-27 final budget of $33,607,027, which sets General Fund Reserves at $5,375,542 and the Appropriation Limit at $28,351,238. The Council also adopted ordinances creating an additional Entertainment Zone in Downtown Auburn and amending Historical Design Review Permit requirements for exterior painting. The consent calendar, which included these items, was approved unanimously by the four present members, with Council Member Mike Holmes absent.

• Approved the FY 2026-27 Final Budget of $33,607,027 by Resolution 26-65.
• Adopted Ordinance 26-01 establishing an additional Entertainment Zone in Downtown Auburn.
• Adopted Ordinance 26-02 amending Historical Design Review Permit requirements for exterior painting.
• Approved the annual Military Equipment Use Report and renewed APD policy by Resolution 26-66.
• Authorized a CALFIRE dispatch services agreement for FY 2026-27 through FY 2028-29 by Resolution 26-67.
• Awarded a $1,678,459.20 contract to LaFleur Engineering for the Canyon Court Sewer Lift Station project by Resolution 26-68.
• Approved two-year MOUs with four employee associations (AEA, APOA, APSA, CHEA) by Resolutions 26-71 through 26-74.
• Approved a 5% COLA for unrepresented classifications by Resolution 26-75.

Greater Auburn Area Fire Safe Council

The joint North Auburn/Ophir and Greater Auburn Area Fire Safe Councils will hold a special workshop on the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) and discuss recommended updates. The councils will also review the status of the proposed merger between the two groups and Placer County board appointments.

• CWPP workshop with Placer County Office of Emergency Services and Dudek
• Status update on merger of North Auburn/Ophir and Greater Auburn Area Fire Safe Councils
• Placer County Board appointments status
• Agency reports from CAL FIRE, Auburn Fire, and others

Greater Auburn Area Fire Safe Council

The Greater Auburn Area Fire Safe Council will hear agency reports from local fire departments, CAL FIRE, Red Cross, and others. A guest speaker from the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety will discuss wildfire safety. The council will vote on donating funding for food and refreshments at the CAL FIRE NEU Open House on July 11, 2026. Old business includes updates on council member appointments and a potential merger with the North Auburn/Ophir Fire Safe Council.

• Guest speaker Steve Hawks, Senior Director for Wildfire at IBHS
• Vote to donate funding for food/refreshments at CAL FIRE NEU Open House (July 11, 2026, Bowman Station 10)
• Status update on North Auburn/Ophir Fire Safe Council merger
• Status of Placer County Board appointed council members
• Agency reports from Penryn Fire, Auburn Fire, CAL FIRE, American Red Cross, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, Placer RCD

City Council Special Session

The Auburn City Council will consider approving the FY 2026-27 proposed budget totaling $33,456,954. The consent calendar includes a lease amendment with Almost Free to All (AFTA) for the Carnegie Library, a sewer project budget adjustment, and a dispatcher pay correction. A public hearing will be held on amending historic design review permit requirements for exterior painting. The council will also receive reports on workforce vacancies, the Public Works annual report, and a pipeline construction project from Placer County Water Agency.

• Resolution to approve $33,456,954 FY 2026-27 budget including $18,676,682 General Fund
• First reading of ordinance amending Historic Design Review Permit requirements for exterior painting
• Amendment No. 1 to lease with Almost Free to All (AFTA) for Carnegie Library at 175 Almond Street
• Budget adjustment of $44,944.82 for 949 Lincoln Way Sewer Replacement Project
• Approval of corrected pay schedule for Dispatcher I/II classifications retroactive to May 31, 2026

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Proposed Budget totaling $33,456,954. Additional actions included approving a series of consent calendar items and conducting a first reading of an ordinance regarding historic design review requirements.

• Approved FY 2026-27 Proposed Budget of $33,456,954 (5-0)
• Approved FY 2026-27 SHAAC workplan and fundraising request
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Commercial Office Lease with Almost Free to All (Resolution 26-56)
• Authorized Notice of Completion for Auburn Police Department Siding Repair Project (Resolution 26-57)
• Approved $44,944.82 budget adjustment and Notice of Completion for 949 Lincoln Way Sewer Replacement Project (Resolution 26-58)
• Authorized submission of 2025/2026 Transportation Development Act claims to PCTPA (Resolution 26-60)
• Authorized Notice of Completion for 2025 Sewer Improvements Project (Resolution 26-61)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Eide Bailly, LLP professional audit services agreement (Resolution 26-62)

City Council Special Session

This special session of the Auburn City Council consists solely of a closed session to conduct a performance evaluation of the City Manager. No public hearings or open-session business items are scheduled. The Council will report any action taken in closed session upon returning to open session.

• Closed session for public employee performance evaluation of the City Manager (Gov. Code § 54957)

The council voted to adjourn to a closed session. The motion was made by Council Member Radell‑Harris, seconded by Council Member Amara, and approved by roll‑call vote with three members voting aye and no noes. No other actions were taken.

• Motion to adjourn to closed session approved (3‑0 roll‑call)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance creating a new Entertainment Zone in downtown Auburn. Consent calendar items include a 3.21% rate increase for solid waste collection with Recology Auburn Placer, a three-year animal control contract with Placer County, and a grant application for the High Street Pavement Overlay Project. Council business includes adopting the Active Transportation Plan and receiving a budget update for FY 2026-27.

• Public hearing on ordinance establishing an additional downtown Entertainment Zone
• 3.21% rate ceiling increase for residential and commercial solid waste collection (2026-27)
• Three-year animal control and shelter care agreement with Placer County
• Authorize application for SACOG grant for High Street pavement overlay and rehabilitation
• Adoption of the Active Transportation Plan and Comprehensive Safety Action Plan

The council approved the consent calendar, appointed Melissa Johnson to the Planning Commission, and authorized a 3.21% solid‑waste rate increase. It waived the first reading of an ordinance creating an additional entertainment zone downtown and approved the intention to levy annual assessment fees for the Old Town and Downtown Business Improvement Districts, setting a public hearing for June 22. The Active Transportation Plan and Comprehensive Safety Action Plan were adopted, and the city authorized a three‑year animal‑control services agreement and a grant application for the High Street pavement project.

• Approved consent calendar (excluding items 2 and 4) – vote 4‑0, Holmes absent
• Appointed Melissa Johnson to the Planning Commission – vote 5‑0
• Authorized 3.21% solid‑waste rate ceiling increase for 2026‑27 – vote 5‑0
• Waived first reading of ordinance amending Entertainment Zone provisions and adding a new zone – vote 5‑0
• Approved intention to levy annual assessment fees for Old Town and Downtown BID, public hearing set for June 22 – vote 5‑0
• Adopted Active Transportation Plan and Comprehensive Safety Action Plan – vote 5‑0
• Approved three‑year animal‑control and care services agreement with Placer County Department of Health and Human Services – vote 4‑0 (part of consent calendar)
• Authorized Public Works Director to apply for SACOG Surface Transportation Block Grant for High Street pavement overlay – vote 4‑0 (part of consent calendar)

Historic Design Review Commission

The Commission will consider a recommendation to the City Council to amend the Auburn Municipal Code. The proposed changes would establish exemptions from historical design review for certain exterior painting and minor maintenance activities. Additionally, the commission is considering a resolution to allow preapproved paint color collections within the Historic Design Review District.

• Ordinance amending Section 159.497 of the Auburn Municipal Code regarding historical design review exemptions
• Resolution authorizing use of preapproved historic paint color collections in the Historic Design-Review District
• Proposed streamlining of awning roofing material replacements to include metal or masonry

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss authorizing contracts for the July 4th fireworks event and reviewing the 2025 Police Department Annual Report. The body will also consider appointments to the Sustainability Advisory Committee and a lease amendment at the municipal airport.

• Contract authorization for Pyro Spectacular and the Gold Country Fairgrounds for July 4th fireworks
• Appointment of Bill Pennington to the Sustainability Advisory Committee
• Amendment of ground lease for Auburn Municipal Airport Hangar 71
• Review of the 2025 Police Department Annual Report

The Auburn City Council authorized the city manager to contract with Pyro Spectacular and the Gold Country Fairgrounds for July 4 fireworks and to begin fundraising to offset city costs. The consent calendar was approved, appointing Bill Pennington to the Sustainability Advisory Committee and amending a ground lease at the municipal airport. The police department annual report was presented for information only, with no action taken.

• Authorized city manager to contract with Pyro Spectacular and Gold Country Fairgrounds for July 4 fireworks, plus fundraising (3-1)
• Approved consent calendar: Resolution 26-46 appointing Bill Pennington to Sustainability Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar: Resolution 26-47 consenting to ground lease amendment at Auburn Municipal Airport Hangar 71 (4-0)

Planning Commission/ HDRC Joint Meeting

The Planning Commission and Historic Design Review Commission will meet to discuss updates to mobile food vendor regulations. The body will also consider a permit for new illuminated signage at a downtown cafe.

• Proposed ordinance amending Section 159.180 of the Auburn Municipal Code regarding mobile food vendors
• Historic Design Review Permit for new illuminated LED wall signage at Baked & Brewed Café & Bistro (958 Lincoln Way)
• Introduction of new Associate Planner, Kelly Mumper

Planning Commission/ HDRC

The Auburn Planning Commission will decide on a Use Permit for Cloud Fine Wine & Spirits to sell alcohol off-site at 884 Lincoln Way. The meeting also includes a public hearing on historical design review exemptions and an informational presentation on transportation safety.

• Public hearing on historical design review permit exemptions
• Use Permit for Cloud Fine Wine & Spirits at 884 Lincoln Way
• Informational presentation on Active Transportation Plan
• Discussion of future commission agenda items
• Staff follow-up reports on city meetings

Planning Commission/ HDRC Joint Meeting

The Planning Commission and Historic Design Review Commission will hold a joint public hearing to recommend an ordinance amending Section 159.180 of the Auburn Municipal Code relating to mobile food vendors. The commission will also approve meeting minutes from March 17 and April 21, 2026, and introduce new Planning Commissioner Melissa Johnson. Staff follow-up reports and future agenda items will be discussed.

• Public hearing on a resolution recommending an ordinance amending Section 159.180 (Zoning) regarding mobile food vendors
• Introduction of new Planning Commissioner Melissa Johnson
• Approval of minutes from March 17 and April 21, 2026 Planning Commission meetings
• Economic development and City Council updates from staff

City Council Meeting

The City Council will vote on a consent calendar including contracts for sewer replacement, clarifier replacement, and a fuel break project. Under Council Business, they will consider an emergency contract for sewer repair requiring a four-fifths vote and an amendment for business license tax collection services. The meeting also includes reports from the city manager and discussion of future agenda items.

• Authorize $185,570 contract with LaFleur Engineering for Auburn Ravine Sewer Replacement
• Authorize $306,031 contract with Gateway Pacific for WWTP Clarifier 2 Replacement
• Authorize $66,205 agreement with California Reforestation for Baltimore Ravine Fuel Break herbicide application
• Approve emergency sewer repair contract with LeFleur Excavating (four-fifths vote required)
• Approve Amendment No. 1 with HdL Companies for business license tax collection services

The council unanimously approved Resolution 26-34 to establish a PARS Section 115 Trust for post-employment benefits, allowing the city to set aside funds for future retiree obligations. The consent calendar, approved together, included contracts for the Auburn Ravine Sewer Replacement (up to $185,570), WWTP Clarifier 2 Replacement (up to $306,031), and the Baltimore Ravine Shaded Fuel Break Project ($66,205). Separately, the council authorized emergency contracting for a sewer repair with LeFleur Excavating and found it CEQA-exempt. All votes were 4-0 with Council Member Amara absent.

• Approved Resolution 26-34 establishing PARS post-employment benefits trust (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including warrants, investment policy, St. Francis Electric CPI increase, and multiple project contracts (4-0)
• Awarded Auburn Ravine Sewer Replacement contract to LaFleur Engineering up to $185,570 (4-0)
• Awarded WWTP Clarifier 2 Replacement contract to Gateway Pacific Contractors up to $306,031 (4-0)
• Authorized Baltimore Ravine Shaded Fuel Break herbicide contract with California Reforestation up to $66,205 (4-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 with HdL Companies for business license tax collection and audit services (4-0)
• Approved emergency action to contract with LeFleur Excavating for sewer repair (4-0)
• Found Emergency Sewer Collection System Repair Project CEQA-exempt (4-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will vote on an Artificial Intelligence Acceptable Use Policy for city employees and several commercial lease amendments. The body will also receive updates on vacant commercial buildings and the 2025 Fire Department year-end report.

• Adoption of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Acceptable Use Policy for city employees
• Lease amendment for Almost Free to All (AFTA) at 175 Almond Street
• Lease extension for Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce through June 14, 2029
• Amendment to Subdivision Improvement Agreement for Vienna Woods Subdivision Phases II and III
• Professional services agreement amendments with Bureau Veritas and Coastland Civil Engineering LLP

The Auburn City Council adopted a new Artificial Intelligence Acceptable Use Policy for city employees, approved a ground lease amendment for Hangar Row Alpha at the airport, and appointed Rebecca Kosinski to the Historic Design Review Commission. All consent items passed unanimously, including contract amendments and a subdivision improvement agreement. No substantive decisions were made in closed session.

• Appointed Rebecca Kosinski to Historic Design Review Commission (Resolution 26-27, unanimous)
• Approved amendment of airport ground lease for Hangar Row Alpha (Resolution 26-28, unanimous)
• Authorized Amendment No. 2 to professional services agreement with Bureau Veritas for plan review (Resolution 26-29, unanimous)
• Authorized Amendment No. 4 to professional services agreement with Coastland Civil Engineering for plan review (Resolution 26-30, unanimous)
• Authorized Amendment No. 2 for Vienna Woods Subdivision public improvements (Resolution 26-31, unanimous)
• Approved tile placement recommendations from SHAAC (unanimous)
• Adopted Artificial Intelligence Acceptable Use Policy for city employees (Resolution 26-32, unanimous)
• Removed items 2 and 3 (office leases with AFTA and Chamber of Commerce) from the agenda

Planning Commission/ HDRC

The joint meeting will consider a Historic Design Review Permit for exterior paint and reroof of the Hink Block at 818-846 Lincoln Way, and a 1-year time extension for the Collins Drive Subdivision to subdivide 27.9 acres into 65 single-family lots at 975 & 1055 Collins Drive. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings and receive staff updates.

• Historic Design Review Permit for Hink Block at 818-846 Lincoln Way for exterior paint and reroof with metal standing seam
• Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map Extension for Collins Drive Subdivision at 975 & 1055 Collins Drive (65 single-family lots on ±27.9 acres)
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 20 and February 17, 2026
• Staff follow-up reports including economic development updates and City Council meetings
• Discussion of future Planning Commission agenda items

Traffic Committee Meeting

The Auburn Traffic Committee will discuss a proposal to introduce diagonal parking on High Street in Downtown. Public comment is permitted on non-agenda items. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• High Street in Downtown – Proposal for Diagonal Parking

City Council Special Session

The Auburn City Council will hold a strategic planning session workshop. No action is scheduled to be taken during this meeting.

• Strategic Planning Session Workshop

The City Council held a special session for a strategic planning workshop. No formal actions or decisions were taken during the meeting.

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss cost management strategies for unfunded pension liabilities and review a proposal for Highway 49 Roundabout artwork. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and budget adjustments for city services.

• Emergency storm drain rehabilitation at 414 Grass Valley Hwy with a $1,392,109 budget adjustment
• Road Maintenance Project contract with Pavement Coatings, Co. not to exceed $571,038.49
• Acceptance of $178,000 in grant funds for vegetation management in the Robie Point area
• Acceptance of a $15,000 donation from the Rotary Club of Auburn for City Hall patio amenities
• Notice of Completion for the Aeolia Drive Sewer & Water Replacement Project

The Council approved a budget adjustment of $1,392,109 for emergency storm drain work at 414 Grass Valley Hwy. Other actions included awarding a road maintenance contract and accepting grant funds for vegetation management. The Council also approved the concept for Highway 49 Roundabout artwork.

• Approved $1,392,109 budget adjustment for 414 Grass Valley Hwy Emergency Storm Drain Rehabilitation (5-0)
• Awarded 2025/2026 Road Maintenance Project contract to Pavement Coatings, Co. not to exceed $571,038.49 (5-0)
• Approved $178,000 budget adjustment to accept Middle Fork Project grant funds for Robie Point vegetation management (4-0)
• Approved concept for Highway 49 Roundabout artwork by Deanna Marsh and team (5-0)
• Accepted $15,000 donation from Rotary Club of Auburn for City Hall patio amenities (5-0)
• Authorized Notice of Completion for Aeolia Drive Sewer & Water Replacement Project (5-0)
• Authorized GIS Support Services agreement amendment with Dudek (5-0)
• Authorized storm drain design services agreement amendment with Mark Thomas & Company, Inc. (5-0)