Rocklin public meetings in 2023
63 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the University Square project, which includes a Design Review, Conditional Use Permit, and Tentative Parcel Map. Staff recommends approval of all three items. The commission will also vote on minutes from the November 7 and December 5 meetings.
- Public hearing for University Square: Design Review DR2022-0002, Conditional Use Permit U2022-0001, Tentative Parcel Map DL2022-0001
CANCELED - Parks and Recreation Commission
The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for October 11, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 8, 2023.
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will approve minutes, decide on a commemorative bench donation application, hear a department report, and nominate a chair and vice chair for 2024.
- Approve November 8, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approve commemorative bench donation location submitted by Richard Slaughter
- Parks and Recreation Department report (informational)
- Nominate commission chair for 2024
- Nominate commission vice chair for 2024
City Council
The City Council will reorganize, electing a mayor and vice mayor for the 2023-2024 term, and consider a consent calendar with numerous items including speed limit amendments, a housing choice voucher program agreement, development impact fee reports, annexation of a Burger King property into a community facilities district, and the purchase of automated license plate reader cameras from Flock Group Inc.
- Nomination and selection of Mayor and Vice Mayor for 2023-2024 term
- Amendment to Chapter 10.11 of the Rocklin Municipal Code regarding speed limits
- Agreement with Roseville Housing Authority to administer the Housing Choice Voucher Program
- Purchase of Flock Group Inc. automated license plate reader cameras for police
- Whitney Ranch Unit 1 final map, subdivision improvement agreement, and open space easement
Planning Commission
The Rocklin Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed carwash (Design Review, Use Permit, and Environmental) and two development agreements for the Highlands Parcel A and Vista Oaks subdivisions. The Commission will vote on the carwash approvals and recommend the development agreements to the City Council for final action. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and non-public hearing items.
- Public hearing on West Oaks Carwash – Design Review (DR2022-0013), Use Permit (U2022-0004), and Environmental (ENV2023-0015) – staff recommends approval.
- Public hearing on Highlands Parcel A Development Agreement (DA2023-0001) with Elliott Homes, Inc. – recommendation to City Council.
- Public hearing on Vista Oaks Development Agreement (DA2023-0002) with Ronald M. Guntert, Jr., Terry M. Guntert, Celia Guntert Wedding, Karen Guntert Adams, and Christian H. Guntert – recommendation to City Council.
Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee will review the revised design of the University Apartments project, a 324-unit rental apartment community on 12.72 acres in the University District. Staff recommends the committee either recommend the architecture for approval to the Planning Commission or provide direction for modifications.
- University Apartments design review (DR2023-0006) for a 324-unit rental community on 12.72 acres
Community Recognition Commission
The Rocklin Community Recognition Commission will receive presentations and provide feedback on the 2023 Wall of Recognition event, plan the 2024 Ruhkala Awards, and review a summary of 2023 actions and 2024 action items. No formal votes or major financial decisions are on the agenda.
- Receive presentation on 2023 Wall of Recognition recap and provide feedback
- Receive presentation and provide direction for 2024 Ruhkala Awards event
- Review 2023 summary and discuss 2024 action items from staff
City Council
The Rocklin City Council will consider approving a mitigated negative declaration and selecting a diverging diamond interchange design for the Rocklin Road and Interstate 80 interchange project. The council will also review a preliminary development proposal for a 16-acre site east of I-80 and south of Brace Road. Among consent items are a resolution supporting local zoning authority, a grant for pickleball facilities, and a contract for fire fuel load management. A public hearing is scheduled to amend municipal speed limits.
- Select preferred design for Rocklin Road/I-80 interchange, including a diverging diamond configuration
- Advisory review of Point Vista development proposal on 16 acres east of I-80 and south of Brace Road
- Public hearing to amend Chapter 10.11 of the Rocklin Municipal Code on speed limits
- Resolution of intention to vacate a public street on Yankee Hill Road
- Award contract for College Park Fire Fuel Load Management to Tree Pro Tree Service, Inc.
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss a department report and a quarterly financial report (July–September 2023), both informational only. The only action item is a vote to approve the location of a commemorative bench donation submitted by Robert Day.
- Vote to approve location of commemorative bench donation from Robert Day
- Quarterly Financial Report for July–September 2023 (informational)
- Parks and Recreation Department Report (informational)
- Approval of September 13, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes
Planning Commission
The Rocklin Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development projects: the West Oaks Apartments and an Extra Space Storage expansion. The commission will decide on staff recommendations for design reviews, environmental clearances, and a tentative parcel map for both sites. These decisions determine whether the projects can proceed, affecting local land use and development. The agenda also includes routine administrative items.
- Public hearing for West Oaks Apartments (DR2022-0010, DL2023-0001, ENV2022-0002)
- Public hearing for Extra Space Storage Expansion (DR2023-0004, ENV2023-0014)
- Approval of September 19, 2023 Planning Commission minutes
- Staff reports and commissioner discussion items
CANCELLED - Architectural Review Committee
The regular meeting of the Architectural Review Committee scheduled for October 5, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.
CANCELLED - Architectural Review Committee
The Regular Meeting of the Architectural Review Committee scheduled for October 19, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.
- Meeting of October 19, 2023 cancelled
CANCELLED - Architectural Review Committee
The regular meeting of the Architectural Review Committee scheduled for September 21, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.
CANCELLED - Architectural Review Committee
The regular meeting of the Architectural Review Committee scheduled for September 7, 2023 has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.
CANCELLED - Planning Commission
The regular meeting of the Planning Commission originally scheduled for October 17, 2023, has been cancelled. This notice was issued by Secretary Terry Stemple on October 6, 2023.
CANCELLED - Planning Commission
The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 3, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
Investment Advisory Committee
The Rocklin Investment Advisory Committee will consider approving an investment strategy for the city's Section 115 Trust for Pension. They will also elect a new chairperson, approve the 2024 regular meeting calendar, and receive quarterly treasurer reports and a presentation on the Placer County pooled portfolio.
- Motion to approve investment strategy for Section 115 Trust for Pension
- Nomination and election of a new Committee Chairperson
- Approval of Regular Meeting Calendar for the year
- Receive Quarterly Treasurer's Reports for quarters ending Dec 2022, Mar 2023, and Jun 2023
- Receive a special presentation on Placer County Treasurer's Pooled Investment Portfolio
City Council
The Rocklin City Council will hold public hearings on the Estia Modification design review and the Lonetree Apartments Phase 2 project, which requires approval of a mitigated negative declaration and design review. Consent items include second readings of ordinances on temporary sign deposits and safe-and-sane fireworks, plus resolutions on open space easements and a building demolition contract. Discussion items cover amending the city manager's employment agreement and updating city service fees. A closed session is scheduled for existing litigation.
- Public hearing on Lonetree Apartments Phase 2 (DR2022-0004, ENV2023-0007) – design review and mitigated negative declaration
- Second reading of ordinance establishing a compliance deposit and removal process for temporary signs (ZOA2023-0004)
- Second reading of ordinance modifying fireworks prohibitions to allow exceptions for special occasions and adding host liability
- Resolution authorizing execution of a hillside/oak tree open space easement for Clover Valley Initial Phase
- Resolution awarding contract to Double B Demolition, Inc. for Sunset Whitney Recreation Area building demolition
City Council
The Rocklin City Council will hold public hearings on amending service fees and temporary sign regulations, and discuss a pension trust and a fireworks ordinance. The consent calendar includes sidewalk vending regulations, a syringe exchange program ban, and multiple contracts. Closed session will evaluate the city manager and discuss labor negotiations.
- Second reading of an ordinance establishing sidewalk vending regulations (Item 2B)
- Second reading of an ordinance prohibiting syringe exchange programs (Item 2C)
- Awarding on-call inspection services contracts to Mark Thomas & Company, UNICO Engineering, Ghirardelli Associates, and Blackburn Consulting (Item 2D)
- Public hearing to amend city service fees and replace Section 3.32.050 of the Municipal Code (Item 4A)
- Ordinance to allow fireworks exceptions for special occasions and add host liability for violations (Item 5B)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a mitigated negative declaration and design review for the Lonetree Apartments Phase II project. Commissioners will also vote on approving minutes from June and September 2023 meetings and receive an economic development presentation.
- Public hearing on Lonetree Apartments Phase II design review (DR2022-0004) and environmental review (ENV2023-0007)
- Staff recommends approval of a mitigated negative declaration and design review
- Approval of minutes from June 20, 2023 and September 5, 2023 Planning Commission meetings
- Economic development presentation by Assistant City Manager Sherri Conway
Parks and Recreation Commission
This meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings. The Commission will consider approving the August 9, 2023, meeting minutes and receive an informational report from the Parks and Recreation Director.
- Approve Regular Meeting Minutes of August 9, 2023
- Parks and Recreation Director's Report (informational only)
City Council
The Rocklin City Council will hold a public hearing on adding sidewalk vending regulations and consider an urgency ordinance to prohibit syringe exchange programs, a late-added item. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes, recognition of a retiring police captain, adoption of an AFSCME MOU, purchase of a DUI education trailer and a CSI van, and contracts for planning services and cell tower projects at two parks.
- Urgency ordinance banning syringe exchange programs (Item 5A)
- Public hearing on sidewalk vending regulations (Chapter 5.26) (Item 4C)
- Annexation of Maverik Gas Station into Community Facilities District No. 1 (Item 4A)
- Purchase of one DUI Education and Enforcement Trailer ($ amount not specified) (Item 2L)
- Purchase of one Sentry Transit Crime Scene Investigation Van from Gerling and Associates (Item 2M)
Planning Commission
The Rocklin Planning Commission will hold three public hearings: a proposed amendment to the temporary sign code (ZOA2023-0004) to establish a compliance deposit and sign removal process; a design review and minor deviation for the Lifehouse Church Cross (DR2023-0009, MD2023-0004); and a design review to modify the Estia project (DR2022-0012). The commission will also approve minutes from June 20, 2023, and hear general correspondence and commissioner reports.
- Revision to Section 17.75.070 D. Temporary Signs of the Rocklin Municipal Code (ZOA2023-0004)
- Lifehouse Church Cross - Design Review (DR2023-0009) and Minor Deviation (MD2023-0004)
- Estia Modification - Design Review (DR2022-0012)
- Approval of June 20, 2023 Planning Commission minutes
- Citizens may address non-agenda items
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider one-year time extensions for the South Whitney Mixed Use project's tentative parcel map, tentative subdivision map, design review, and oak tree preservation plan permit. The consent calendar includes a resolution opposing the release of a sexually violent predator in South Placer and a resolution authorizing the transfer of two properties from Sierra Joint Community College District to the City. Other consent items include notices of completion for police department locker room refurbishment, Springview area road resurfacing, and Springview Drive pipe replacement, as well as reallocation of a director position to principal planner.
- Public hearing for third time extension of South Whitney Mixed Use Tentative Parcel Map DL2015-0001, Design Review DR2014-0016, Oak Tree Preservation Plan Permit TRE2015-0009, and Tentative Subdivision Map SD2017-0006
- Resolution opposing the release of a sexually violent predator into incorporated areas of South Placer County
- Resolution authorizing City Manager to enter agreement with Sierra Joint Community College District for transfer of fee title for two properties
- Reallocation of Director of Long Range Planning and Housing to Principal Planner and adoption of new salary range
- Notices of completion for Police Department Men's Locker Room Shower Refurbishment ($-amount not given), Springview Area Road Resurfacing, and Springview Drive Pipe Replacement
Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee will consider two design review items: a second review of modifications to the approved Estia project (DR2021-0012) in the University District, and a first review of the University Square project (DR2022-0012). The committee will make recommendations to the Planning Commission. Staff also will provide reports.
- Estia Modification - Second Review, DR2021-0012, University District
- University Square - First Review, DR2022-0012, University District
- Reports from City Staff (Discussion Item 2.A)
Community Recognition Commission
The Community Recognition Commission will discuss and potentially recommend 2023 Wall of Recognition nominees to the City Council. They will also receive a presentation on planning for the recognition ceremony and consider approving the May 2023 meeting minutes.
- Approve the May 17, 2023, Regular Meeting Minutes
- Review 2023 Wall of Recognition nominations and provide recommendation to City Council
- Receive presentation on 2023 Wall of Recognition ceremony planning and provide feedback
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving the June 14 meeting minutes, receive informational reports from the director and on quarterly finances (Jan-Mar and Apr-Jun 2023), and hear a subcommittee report. No action items are scheduled beyond the consent calendar.
- Approve June 14, 2023, regular meeting minutes
- Parks and Recreation Director's report (informational)
- Quarterly Financial Report for January-March 2023 (informational)
- Quarterly Financial Report for April-June 2023 (informational)
- Parks and Recreation Commission Subcommittee report (informational)
City Council
The Rocklin City Council will consider a consent calendar including a second reading to rezone an 8.6-acre site from commercial to residential (PD-12) for Wildcat West, adopt side letters with the Rocklin Police Officers' Association modifying pension contribution wording, and declare intent to annex a Maverik Gas Station into Community Facilities District No. 1. Other items include appointments to planning and recreation commissions, a proclamation for National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day, and a closed session to discuss the City Attorney position.
- Second reading of ordinance to rezone 8.6-acre Wildcat West site from PD-C to PD-12 for housing
- Side letters of agreement with Rocklin Police Officers' Association modifying MOU and PEPRA retirement contribution wording
- Intention to annex Maverik Gas Station (APN 017-283-047-000) into Community Facilities District No. 1 (Annexation No. 78)
- Authorize amendment to contract with Melton Design Group for Sunset Whitney Recreation Area Master Plan
- Approve revised salary schedules for Public Service Employees and management classifications, including new Senior Management Analyst City Clerk position
CANCELLED - Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee regular meeting scheduled for July 6, 2023 has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled; no business conducted
CANCELLED - Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee's regular meeting scheduled for July 20, 2023 at City Hall was cancelled. No agenda items were considered because the meeting did not occur.
CANCELLED - Planning Commission
The regular meeting of the Rocklin Planning Commission scheduled for July 4, 2023 has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled; no agenda items considered
CANCELLED - Planning Commission
The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 18, 2023 has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled
City Council
The Rocklin City Council will vote on a consent calendar with 16 items, including cooperative agreements with Caltrans for I-80/Rocklin Road Interchange improvements and an acceleration lane, awarding a park maintenance contract, fire station security upgrades, zoning ordinance amendments on second reading, and authorizing land negotiations along Outlook Drive. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Cooperative agreements with Caltrans for I-80/Rocklin Road Interchange improvements and westbound on-ramp acceleration lane
- Award contract for Parks Mow and Landscape Services to Dominguez Landscape Services, Inc.
- Fire Station No. 24 & 25 security contract awarded to Swierstok Enterprise Inc. DBA Pro Builders
- Authorize negotiation for purchase and sale of portions of APN 017-350-057 adjacent to properties along Outlook Drive
- Grant agreement with The Gathering Inn for homelessness prevention and rapid rehousing services (FY 2023/24)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approving a conditional use permit for an athletic and exercise use at Byers Gymnastics Center, along with a notice of exemption under CEQA. The commission will also vote on minutes from the April and May 2023 regular meetings.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit U2023-0001 for Byers Gymnastics Center
- Public hearing on Notice of Exemption ENV2023-0003 (CEQA) for Byers Gymnastics Center
- Approval of minutes from April 18, 2023 and May 16, 2023 regular meetings
Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee will consider a modification to an approved project (Estia) in the University District. Staff requests the committee review the proposed architecture and recommend approval or provide direction for modifications. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Estia Modification – First review of a modification to approved project DR2021-0012 in the University District
Parks and Recreation Commission
This is a routine meeting with mostly procedural items. The commission will consider approving the minutes from its May 10 regular meeting. No major decisions, public hearings, or significant agenda items are scheduled.
- Approve minutes of May 10, 2023 regular meeting
- Receive informational report from Parks and Recreation Director
- Receive subcommittee report (informational)
City Council
This meeting includes a public hearing on the Wildcat West project, which would rezone an 8.6-acre site from commercial to residential and approve a 12-unit-per-acre subdivision. The consent calendar features a reimbursement agreement with Rocklin Unified School District for School Resource Officers, adoption of the fiscal year 2023/24 military equipment use policy, and an amendment to the Whitney Ranch development agreement. The council will also hold closed sessions on labor negotiations and city attorney recruitment.
- Wildcat West: proposed rezoning of 8.6 acres from Planned Development Commercial to Planned Development 12 units/acre, tentative subdivision map, and design review (Items 5.E)
- Reimbursement agreement with Rocklin Unified School District for School Resource Officers (Item 3.E)
- Adoption of AB 481 military equipment use policy for fiscal year 2023/24 (Item 3.D)
- Eighth Amendment to Whitney Ranch Development Agreement (Item 3.H)
- Council Chambers reconfiguration contract award to Building Concepts Construction (Item 3.G)
City Council
The Rocklin City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a major rezoning and subdivision for the Wildcat West project, which would convert 8.6 acres from commercial to residential use. The council will also consider adopting a military equipment use policy, approving a school resource officer reimbursement agreement with Rocklin Unified School District, and awarding a contract for council chambers reconfiguration. Other actions include setting special assessments for weed abatement and refuse collection, and levying lighting maintenance district fees.
- Wildcat West rezoning from Planned Development Commercial to PD-12 (8.6 acres) and approval of tentative subdivision map
- Adoption of Military Equipment Use Policy for FY 2023/24 under AB 481
- Reimbursement agreement with Rocklin Unified School District for School Resource Officers
- Council Chambers Reconfiguration contract award to Building Concepts Construction
- Small Cell Master License Agreement for wireless facilities in public rights-of-way
City Council
The Rocklin City Council will review the draft budget for fiscal year 2023/24 and consider public hearings on a subdivision map and development agreement for Whitney Ranch, time extensions for Quarry Place and Cobblestone subdivisions, and the annual military equipment use policy (AB 481). Consent items include contract awards for beam refinishing and gutter replacement, a water main agreement with PCWA, and appointment of an interim city attorney.
- Public hearing on Whitney Ranch Unit 1 tentative subdivision map and eighth amendment to development agreement
- Public hearing on time extensions for Quarry Place Apartments, Quarry Place Retail, and Cobblestone Subdivision
- Public hearing on AB 481 military equipment use policy for fiscal year 2023/24
- Contract award for Police Department steel beam/amphitheater wood beam refinishing to Valdez Painting, Inc.
- Contract award for City Hall gutter and downspout replacement to A Plus Painting
Community Recognition Commission
The Community Recognition Commission will hold a regular meeting with mostly procedural and informational items. The consent calendar includes approval of February 2023 meeting minutes. Discussion items cover the Ruhkala Awards 2023 process and promotions for the Wall of Recognition, both informational only with no action needed.
- Consent calendar: Approve February 15, 2023, regular meeting minutes
- Discussion: Review Ruhkala Awards 2023 process, event, and presentations (informational)
- Discussion: 2023 Wall of Recognition promotion and planning (informational)
Planning Commission
The Rocklin Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four items, including a recommendation to rezone and subdivide the Wildcat West site. They will also consider a parcel split, a code amendment for final map time extensions, and city-wide objective design standards for residential projects.
- Greenbrae Parcel Split / Tentative Parcel Map (DL2023-0002) – staff recommends approval
- Wildcat West: rezone 8.6 acres from PD-C to PD-12 and approve a 74-lot subdivision (PDG2023-0001, Z2023-0001, SD2022-0001, DR2022-0003)
- Final Map Time Extensions – amending Municipal Code Sections 16.20.060 and 16.24.040 (ZOA2023-0002)
- Adoption of city-wide Objective Design Standards for qualifying residential projects (ZOA2023-0001, DR2023-0007)
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will vote on a donated commemorative tree and bench application from Chris May. They will also receive informational reports from the Director of Parks and Recreation and a subcommittee. The consent calendar includes approval of March 8, 2023 meeting minutes.
- Vote on commemorative tree and bench donation application submitted by Chris May
- Approval of March 8, 2023 regular meeting minutes
- Parks and Recreation Director's report (informational only)
- Parks and Recreation Subcommittee report (informational only)
City Council
The Rocklin City Council meets in regular session with a closed session for real property negotiations and a public employee evaluation. The consent calendar includes appointments to commissions, several proclamations, approval of annual assessments for lighting and landscape districts, annexation of a gas station into a community facilities district, a contract for pavement rehabilitation, and setting public hearings on weed abatement, refuse charges, and solid waste rate amendments.
- Appointments to the Arts Commission, Board of Appeals, and Community Recognition Commission
- Proclamation declaring May 14–20, 2023, as National Police Week
- Levy of assessments for Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 and Landscape & Lighting District No. 2 for FY 2023/24
- Annexation of Maverik Gas Station (APN 017-283-047-000) into Community Facilities District No. 1 (Annexation No. 78)
- Setting a public hearing to amend solid waste collection service rates within Rocklin
Planning Commission
The Rocklin Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a tentative parcel map for the Greenbrae parcel split (DL2023-0002) with an environmental exemption, and a zoning ordinance amendment (ZOA2023-0002) to revise deadline extensions for final maps. Staff recommends approval for both items. The commission will also receive staff reports and commissioner comments.
- Greenbrae Parcel Split / Tentative Parcel Map (DL2023-0002) with a Notice of Exemption (ENV2023-0004)
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA2023-0002) to repeal and re-enact Sections 16.20.060 and 16.24.040 on extension deadlines
- Non-public hearing items: general correspondence and reports from staff and commissioners
CANCELLED - Planning Commission
The Planning Commission's May 2, 2023 regular meeting was cancelled because a quorum was not available. Scheduled public hearings on the Greenbrae Parcel Split/Tentative Parcel Map and the RMC Final Map Time Extensions/Subdivision Ordinance Amendment are automatically continued to the next regular meeting on May 16, 2023.
- Greenbrae Parcel Split/Tentative Parcel Map public hearing continued
- RMC Final Map Time Extensions/Subdivision Ordinance Amendment public hearing continued
Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee will review a design application for West Oaks Apartments, a 365-unit apartment community on 15.9 acres in the University District. Staff recommends the committee either approve the architecture or provide direction for modifications. The committee's role is advisory; final approval rests with the Planning Commission.
- West Oaks Apartments — Design Review for 365 units on APNs 365-020-067 through -072 in the University District
CANCELED - Parks and Recreation Commission
The April 12, 2023 regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission was canceled because there were no agenda items. The next regularly scheduled meeting is May 10, 2023.
City Council Special
The agenda is primarily procedural boilerplate and lists no votes or actions. The City Council will hold a discussion-only Strategic Planning Workshop.
- Strategic Planning Workshop (discussion item)
City Council Special
At this special meeting, the Rocklin City Council will interview candidates for vacancies on the Arts Commission, Community Recognition Commission, and Board of Appeals Commission, then deliberate and recommend appointments. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Interview candidates for Arts Commission, Community Recognition Commission, and Board of Appeals Commission
- Deliberate and recommend appointments to the City Council
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two subdivision proposals: a continued item for Whitney Ranch Unit 1, which includes a tentative subdivision map on 6.17 acres and an eighth amendment to the development agreement, and a new tentative parcel map for University Square. Staff recommends approval of both. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and non-public hearing items.
- Continued public hearing on Whitney Ranch Unit 1 tentative subdivision map (SD2022-0002) on 6.17 acres and eighth amendment to development agreement (DA2001-01H) — staff recommends approval
- Public hearing on University Square tentative parcel map (DL2022-0001) — staff recommends approval
- Approval of minutes from March 21, 2023 Planning Commission meeting
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Rocklin City Council will consider a range of items, including approval of recent meeting minutes, a commendation for a local Little League volunteer, and several contract and fee actions. Key decisions include ratifying engineering and construction contracts for the Midas Avenue Emergency Repairs Project and adopting a service fee for SB 1383 education and inspection services. The council will also hold public hearings on a HUD Community Development Block Grant action plan, a street name change, and other community matters.
- Ratify Engineering & Design Agreement with Water Works Engineers LLC for Midas Avenue emergency repairs
- Ratify Construction Agreement with Glissman Excavating Inc. for Midas Avenue emergency repairs
- Adopt amendment to Sierra Business Council contract for the Restore Rocklin ARPA Grant program
- Approve street name change: Cheetah Street (portion) to Ocelot Way
- Adopt service fee for SB 1383 Education and Inspection Services and approve agreement with Placer County
CANCELLATION - Architectural Review Committee
The April 6, 2023 Regular Meeting of the Architectural Review Committee is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. No business will be conducted.
CANCELLATION - Planning Commission
The regular meeting of the Rocklin Planning Commission scheduled for April 4, 2023 has been cancelled because there were no agenda items. The next regularly scheduled meeting is April 18, 2023.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss and provide direction on several items, including the 2022 Police Department Annual Report, an update on ARPA-funded programs and the Restore Rocklin program, the 2022 General Plan and Housing Element annual progress reports, and the priority uses of the Low- and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund. The council will also receive an update on financing options for the Monument Springs Bridge. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes, participation in national opioid litigation settlements with multiple companies, and a contract amendment with Network Design Associates, Inc. A public hearing on a service fee for SB 1383 education and inspection services has been continued to April 11, 2023.
- Consent: Approval of national opioid litigation settlements with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart
- Consent: Amendment No. 5 to contract with Network Design Associates, Inc.
- Discussion: Police Department Annual Report for 2022
- Discussion: ARPA funding update, including Restore Rocklin program
- Discussion: Monument Springs Bridge construction financing options
City Council - CANCELATION
The February 28, 2023 regular City Council meeting was canceled due to no agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for March 14, 2023.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a design review for a new Dutch Bros. drive-through and walk-up coffee shop at Whitney Ranch. Additionally, the Whitney Ranch Unit 1 project (including a general plan amendment, rezoning, tentative subdivision map, and development agreement) has been continued to April 18, 2023, due to staff needing more time to address compliance with Senate Bill 330.
- Public hearing on design review for a Dutch Bros. drive-through coffee shop at Whitney Ranch (DR2022-0001)
- Continuance of Whitney Ranch Unit 1 project (GPA2022-0004, PDG2022-0004, Z2022-0001, SD2022-0002, DR2022-0015, DA2001-01H) to April 18, 2023
Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee will consider two items. First, staff requests review and recommendation of single-family two-story home architecture for the Wildcat West Subdivision in the University District. Second, the committee will review building and signage architecture for the Whitney Ranch Retail project, which includes 10 commercial buildings totaling approximately 94,500 square feet. The committee will also receive reports from city staff.
- Wildcat West Subdivision – review and recommend architecture for single-family two-story homes in University District
- Whitney Ranch Retail – review building and signage architecture for 10 commercial buildings (~94,500 sq ft) in University District
City Council Regular Meeting
The Rocklin City Council will hold a regular meeting on March 14, 2023, including a closed session, consent calendar, presentations, and discussion items. Key decisions include accepting the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, amending the fiscal year 2022/23 budget, awarding contracts for abandoned property cleanup, approving the Croftwood Unit 2 final map, and receiving the Fire Department annual report.
- Amending the FY 2022/23 budget via resolution adopting the Quarterly Financial Report (Item 7.B)
- Accepting the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and GANN Appropriations Limit (Item 7.A)
- Awarding on-call abandoned property/debris cleanup contracts to Forensiclean LLC, J.W. Bamford Inc., and Northern State Contractors (Item 4.F)
- Approving the final map and subdivision agreements for Croftwood Unit 2 (Item 4.I)
- Receiving the Fire Department annual report for 2022 (Item 5.B)
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Rocklin Parks and Recreation Commission meets for a routine session with no votes or public hearings planned. Items are informational only, including the director's report, an update on the Sunset Whitney Recreation Area, and a subcommittee report. The consent calendar includes approval of February 8 meeting minutes.
- Approve February 8, 2023 meeting minutes
- Parks and Recreation Director's report (informational)
- Sunset Whitney Recreation Area update (informational)
- Parks and Recreation Subcommittee report (informational)
City Council Regular Meeting
The Rocklin City Council will consider establishing an Arts Commission and revising the Parks, Recreation and Arts Commission to a Parks and Recreation Commission. Other items include a side letter with the firefighters' union modifying probationary periods, approval of a contract amendment for the I80 auxiliary lane, and a public hearing on a four-year time extension for the Granite Lake Estates subdivision. The council will also receive updates on key management practices and the Sunset Whitney Recreation Area proposed master plan.
- Adopt ordinances creating an Arts Commission and renaming the Parks, Recreation and Arts Commission
- Side Letter Agreement with Rocklin Firefighter’s Union to extend probationary periods
- Amendment No. 1 to contract with Jacobs Engineering Group for I80/Auxiliary Lane
- Public hearing on four-year time extension for Granite Lake Estates tentative subdivision map and oak tree permit
- Discussion of proposed master plan for Sunset Whitney Recreation Area
City Council Special Meeting
The Rocklin City Council will receive a presentation from NBS on a Citywide Fiscal Impact Analysis (FIA). This is a discussion item only; no action is expected. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as public comment opportunities.
- Presentation of Citywide Fiscal Impact Analysis by NBS
City Council Regular Meeting
The Rocklin City Council will consider several resolutions, including funding for a law‑enforcement chaplaincy, a contract for special‑tax administration, and updates to subdivision maps. It will also discuss creating an Arts Commission and authorizing emergency repairs on Midas Avenue. Additional items include a tobacco law‑enforcement grant and a successor‑agency payment schedule.
- Approve up to $30,000 of American Rescue Plan Act funds for the Placer County Law Enforcement Chaplaincy (Item 2.C)
- Adopt contract with Willdan Financial Services for Special Tax and Assessment District Administration Services (Item 2.D)
- Approve the revised final map for Croftwood Phase 4 subdivision (Item 2.H)
- Create an Arts Commission and revise the Parks and Recreation Commission structure (Item 5.A)
- Authorize emergency repairs on Midas Avenue requiring immediate public expenditure (Item 5.B)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will review several consent calendar items, including fee reductions for affordable housing and a rezoning request in Whitney Ranch. The body will also consider appointments to regional boards and various city contracts.
- Ordinance to reduce park, trail, and public facilities impact fees for certain affordable housing developments
- Rezoning of a 19.9-acre site in Whitney Ranch Unit 49 from PD-5 to PD-3.3C
- Contract award to AVI-SPL, LLC for audio-visual equipment upgrades in Council Chambers
- Acceptance of public work for Granite Bluff Phase 2 Subdivision improvements
- Resolution to approve salary range and allocation for City Engineer