Rancho Cordova public meetings in 2024
51 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will certify the November 5, 2024, general municipal election results and swear in council members. The body will also select and swear in the 2025 Mayor and Vice Mayor.
- Certification of November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election results
- Selection of 2025 Mayor and Vice Mayor
- Approval of final map for The Preserve - Phase 2 and Subdivision Improvement Agreement No. 2024-275 with Lennar Homes of California, LLC
- Declaration of mail ballot election results for Annual Stormwater Utility Fee (SWUII) on the Sunridge Park III project
- Execution of Contract No. 2024-277 for Raymer Way Improvements
The City Council certified the November 5, 2024 election results, then swore in newly elected members and selected Siri Pulipati as Mayor and Garrett Gatewood as Vice Mayor for 2025. The council also approved consent items including a final map for The Preserve Phase 2, a stormwater utility fee election result, and a Raymer Way improvements agreement. Appointments to regional boards were approved, and the council voted to maintain the existing Planning Commission selection process.
- Certified November 5, 2024 election results (5-0)
- Appointed Siri Pulipati as Mayor and Garrett Gatewood as Vice Mayor (5-0)
- Approved consent items 14.1-14.4, including The Preserve Phase 2 final map and stormwater fee election (5-0)
- Approved council member appointments to regional boards with updates (5-0)
- Maintained existing Planning Commission selection process (5-0)
Planning Commission
The commission will adopt the minutes from the November 13 meeting. It will consider a CEQA exemption and adopt a resolution for The Preserve major design review and special development permit amendment (Project PLND-0924-0108). It will also review the Sun River Church remodel and Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 major design reviews, each with staff recommendations to determine CEQA exemptions and adopt resolutions.
- Adopt minutes from the Regular Planning Commission Meeting of November 13, 2024
- The Preserve Major Design Review and Special Development Permit Amendment – Project PLND-0924-0108, located north of Edington Drive and west of Raymer Way
- Sun River Church Remodel Major Design Review and Conditional Use Permit Amendment – Project PLND-0624-0101, located at 11223 Trinity River Drive
- Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 Major Design Review – Project PLND-0824-0104, located at the southeast corner of Bleckely Street and Schirra Avenue
The Rancho Cordova Planning Commission unanimously approved three development items: the minutes from November 13, 2024; The Preserve Major Design Review, Adjustment, and Special Development Permit Amendment; and the Sun River Church Remodel Major Design Review and Conditional Use Permit Amendment. It also approved the Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 Major Design Review with a 6-0 vote, with Vice Chair Frechette recused due to a conflict of interest. All items were approved as recommended by staff.
- Approved minutes from November 13, 2024 meeting (7-0)
- Approved The Preserve Major Design Review, Adjustment, and Special Development Permit Amendment (7-0)
- Approved Sun River Church Remodel Major Design Review and CUP Amendment (7-0)
- Approved Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 Major Design Review (6-0, Frechette recused)
City Council
The Rancho Cordova City Council will vote on a series of consent resolutions, including several large contracts and a land use change. Items include a $5 million subaward to Mercy Housing for the Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 project, a $2.05 million streetlight and traffic‑calming contract, and an ALPR technology contract. The council will also adopt a resolution to vacate a portion of right‑of‑way at 10447 Folsom Boulevard for Woodberry Way. All items are presented for roll‑call vote during the regular meeting.
- Resolution authorizing a $5,000,000 ARPA subaward with Mercy Housing California for the Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 Project.
- Resolution authorizing a $2,046,930.86 contract with Dutch Contracting Inc. to construct the ARPA Streetlights and Traffic Calming Project.
- Resolution authorizing a $1,142,515 contract with Flock Group, Inc. for Automated License Plate Reader technology.
- Resolution authorizing a $2,777,937 contract with the Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce for Business Retention Services.
- Resolution vacating a portion of right‑of‑way at 10447 Folsom Boulevard for Woodberry Way and reserving a public access easement.
The City Council approved all consent calendar items (9.1-9.9) and consent public hearing item 10.1 in a 4-0 vote, including a $2,046,930.86 contract for the ARPA Streetlights and Traffic Calming Project. The council also approved regular calendar items, including a $1,142,515 contract for automated license plate reader technology (3-0, with Pulipati recused), a $2,777,937 contract for business retention services, a salary increase for the City Manager, and the appointment of real property negotiators. No public hearings were held, and the closed session resulted in no reportable action.
- Approved consent calendar items 9.1-9.9 (4-0), including $2,046,930.86 contract for ARPA Streetlights and Traffic Calming Project
- Approved vacation of right-of-way at 10447 Folsom Boulevard (4-0)
- Approved $1,142,515 contract with Flock Group for automated license plate reader technology (3-0, Pulipati recused)
- Approved $2,777,937 contract with Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce for business retention services (4-0)
- Approved incentive payment and salary increase for City Manager Micah Runner (4-0)
- Appointed Micah Runner and Adam Lindgren as real property negotiators for 3601 Grant Line Road (4-0)
- Closed session: no reportable action taken
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will discuss the adoption of a three-year economic development plan and appoint members to the Measure R and Measure H Citizen Oversight Board. The body will also consider several engineering contracts for traffic calming and road projects.
- Contract for Lincoln Village Traffic Calming Project with Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc. not to exceed $342,203
- Contract for Anatolia Drive Traffic Calming Project with Kittelson & Associates, Inc. not to exceed $115,253
- Microsoft 365 G5 Licenses procurement not to exceed $288,702 annually for three years
- Resolution of Intention to annex Project Sunrise (Amazon Project) to Community Facilities District No. 2008-1
- Contract amendment for White Rock Road Phase 3 with Wood Rodgers, Inc. increasing the contract by $65,350
The Rancho Cordova City Council approved all consent calendar items, including contracts for traffic calming projects and Microsoft licenses, and made appointments to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Citizen Oversight Board. The council also adopted the Three-Year Economic Development Strategic Plan and approved a 180-day wait period exception for a temporary hire. Closed session included performance evaluations for the City Manager and City Attorney, with no reportable action taken.
- Approved consent calendar items 16.1-16.6 and 16.8 (5-0)
- Approved Microsoft 365 G5 licenses contract up to $288,702 annually for 3 years (5-0)
- Appointed Vraj Thakkar and Isabella Tang as student members to oversight board (5-0)
- Appointed Jason Williams and Houa Vang to oversight board (4-0, Terry abstained)
- Approved Three-Year Economic Development Strategic Plan (5-0)
- Approved 180-day wait period exception for hiring Elizabeth Sparkman (5-0)
Planning Commission
The Rancho Cordova Planning Commission will adopt minutes from the September 11, 2024 meeting and adopt the 2025 meeting schedule. It will consider several CEQA‑exempt projects, including the Arista del Sol Design Review, The Preserve amendment, and the Zinfandel First Responder Training Facility design review. The commission will also vote on a Conditional Use Permit for Comfort Care Rancho Cordova.
- Adopt meeting minutes from the September 11, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
- Adopt the resolution establishing the 2025 Planning Commission meeting schedule
- Approve Arista del Sol Design Review and Special Development Permit Amendment (Project PLND-0824-0107) – south of Douglas Road, north of Chrysanthy Boulevard, west of Grant Line Road
- Approve The Preserve Major Design Review and Special Development Permit Amendment (Project PLND-0924-0108) – north of Edington Drive, west of Raymer Way
- Approve Zinfandel First Responder Training Facility Major Design Review (Project PLND-0824-0106) – 3801 Zinfandel Drive
The Rancho Cordova Planning Commission approved the Zinfandel First Responder Training Facility Major Design Review (6-1), with Commissioner Frechette dissenting. The commission also continued The Preserve Major Design Review to December 11, 2024, and continued Comfort Care Rancho Cordova Conditional Use Permit to a date uncertain (4-3). Consent items, including meeting minutes and the 2025 meeting schedule, were approved unanimously.
- Approved Zinfandel First Responder Training Facility Major Design Review (6-1)
- Continued The Preserve Major Design Review to December 11, 2024 (7-0)
- Continued Comfort Care Rancho Cordova Conditional Use Permit to a date uncertain (4-3)
- Approved consent items: September 11, 2024 minutes and 2025 meeting schedule (7-0)
- Approved consent public hearing items: Arista del Sol and Coloma at Rio Del Oro design reviews (7-0)
- Approved readoption of May 8, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
City Council
The Rancho Cordova City Council will consider adopting meeting minutes, a conflict of interest code update, and two contracts for engineering services. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a stormwater utility fee for the Sunridge Park III project.
- Contract with Interwest Consulting Group up to $1,000,000
- Contract with Salaber and Associates up to $4,850,000
- Stormwater utility fee hearing for Sunridge Park III
- 2025 City Council meeting schedule adoption
- Baroque Drive traffic calming project update
The City Council approved several administrative and engineering contracts, including a $1 million on-call engineering services agreement and a $2 million contract amendment for construction inspection services. The Council also adopted the 2025 meeting schedule and authorized a protest hearing regarding stormwater fees for the Sunridge Park III project. Several items regarding city enhancement projects and traffic calming were presented for public input.
- Approved October 21, 2024, meeting minutes (4-0)
- Updated city Conflict of Interest Code (4-0)
- Approved $1M on-call engineering contract with Interwest Consulting Group (4-0)
- Approved $2M contract increase for Salaber and Associates, Inc. (4-0)
- Authorized protest hearing for Sunridge Park III stormwater fees (4-0)
- Adopted 2025 City Council meeting schedule (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will discuss several high-value contracts for construction management and affordable housing. The meeting includes a closed session regarding litigation and presentations on local transit and youth services.
- Construction management contracts with Salaber Associates, Inc. and Psomas, each not to exceed $3,000,000
- $750,000 forgivable predevelopment loan for the Mills Crossing Affordable Housing Project
- $175,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS)
- Ordinance amending fees for Measure A Transportation Improvements
- Annual Stormwater Utility Fee for the Sunridge Park III Project
The Rancho Cordova City Council met on October 21, 2024, and approved a 10-item consent calendar (5-0), including contracts, a housing loan, and a COPS grant. They also approved the 2025-2029 CDBG Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan (5-0), and authorized special tax bonds for the Grantline 220 Community Facilities District (5-0). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included presentations and a closed session with no reportable action.
- Approved consent calendar items 16.1-16.10 (5-0), including $3M contracts with Salaber Associates and Psomas, $750K loan for Mills Crossing, $175K COPS grant, and landfill fee agreement
- Approved 2025-2029 CDBG Consolidated Plan and 2025 Annual Action Plan (5-0)
- Authorized issuance of special tax bonds for Grantline 220 CFD Improvement Area No. 2 (5-0)
- Received Horn Road Light Rail Station presentation from Sacramento Regional Transit
- Received Rancho Cordova Youth Center update
- Closed session on litigation (DPML Bear Hollow v. City) with no reportable action
Planning Commission
The Rancho Cordova Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 9, 2024 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or discussed at this meeting. The cancellation notice was posted on October 3, 2024 at City Hall and on the city website.
City Council
The City Council will discuss various municipal ordinances, including updates to zoning and camping codes. The body is also deciding on several contracts for transportation and maintenance services, as well as the results of mail ballot elections for The Preserve project.
- Contract with 50 Corridor Transportation Management Association not to exceed $1,000,000
- Contract with Sacramento Regional Transit District not to exceed $212,344 for light rail station cleaning
- Proposed annual funding of $27,500 to join the Sacramento Placerville Transportation Corridor Joint Powers Authority
- Ordinance amending Title 23 Zoning Code and updates to camping regulations in Title 9
- Closed session regarding property negotiations for 2875 Kilgore Road
The Rancho Cordova City Council approved a second reading of an ordinance repealing and replacing the 'Protection of Critical Infrastructure and Wildfire Risk Areas' and 'Camping' sections of the municipal code, along with several consent items including contracts for travel planning and light rail maintenance. The council also approved joining the Sacramento Placerville Transportation Corridor Joint Powers Authority (SPTC-JPA) with an annual funding agreement of $27,500. No public hearings were held, and the meeting included a closed session on property negotiations with no reportable action.
- Approved ordinance repealing and adding sections on camping and wildfire risk areas (5-0)
- Approved consent items 15.1-15.2 and 15.4-15.9, including Prohousing PIP application and contracts (5-0)
- Approved Measure A Nexus Study and amended agreement on operational protocols (5-0)
- Approved joining SPTC-JPA with $27,500 annual funding agreement (5-0)
- Received updates from Atlas Disposal and Animal Services (no action)
- Closed session on 2875 Kilgore Road property negotiations; no reportable action
City Council
The Rancho Cordova City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and provide direction on updates to the zoning code for mobile food vendors. The meeting will be held in person at City Hall and streamed online via Zoom.
- Discussion and potential direction for zoning code updates for mobile food vendors
- Public comment on agenda items
- Meeting held at City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive
- Public comment deadline: 2:00 p.m. on September 24, 2024
The City Council held a special meeting to discuss potential zoning code updates for mobile food vendors. Public comment was received from five individuals, and the council took no formal action, only receiving input and providing direction. The meeting was adjourned at 6:51 p.m.
- Received public input on mobile food vendor zoning code updates (no formal vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance to update municipal code sections regarding camping and critical infrastructure protection. The body will also review amendments to the Zoning Code's specific use provisions.
- Ordinance to repeal and add sections 9.85.010-9.85.070 of the Municipal Code regarding 'Camping'
- Ordinance amending Title 23, Zoning Code, Article 9 Specific Use Provisions
- Biennial Notice of Intention to Review and Amend the Conflict of Interest Code
The Rancho Cordova City Council approved several items, including a zoning code amendment and an ordinance updating camping regulations. The camping ordinance repeals and replaces sections on critical infrastructure and wildfire risk areas, with an update to permitted camping provisions. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved meeting minutes from September 3, 2024 (5-0)
- Received Biennial Notice of Intention to Review Conflict of Interest Code (5-0)
- Waived first reading and introduced zoning code amendment (5-0)
- Approved camping ordinance update with Section 9.85.040 amendment (5-0)
Planning Commission
The Rancho Cordova Planning Commission will consider adopting resolutions for two housing developments, Bloom at Sunridge Park III and Beazer Arista Del Sol Phase 1 & 2. The staff recommends finding both projects exempt from environmental review under a specific plan.
- Bloom at Sunridge Park III - Major Design Review
- Beazer Arista Del Sol Phase 1 & 2 - Major Design Review
- Adoption of August 14, 2024 meeting minutes
- Readoption of May 8, 2024 meeting minutes
The Planning Commission approved design reviews and CEQA exemptions for the Bloom at Sunridge Park III and Beazer Arista Del Sol Phase 1 & 2 projects. The commission also approved the August 14 meeting minutes and continued the readoption of May 8 minutes to the next meeting.
- Approved Bloom at Sunridge Park III Major Design Review and CEQA exemption (4-1)
- Approved Beazer Arista Del Sol Phase 1 & 2 Major Design Review, Special Development Permit, and CEQA exemption (5-0)
- Approved August 14, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Continued readoption of May 8, 2024 meeting minutes to the next meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will receive an update to the Economic Development Strategic Plan and a presentation on financing options for major projects. It will adopt several consent items, including a special tax for transit‑related services and a contract extension for stormwater support services up to $1,240,000. Finally, a public hearing will be held to consider rate adjustments for residential solid waste collection and street‑sweeping services for 2025‑2029.
- Receive Economic Development Strategic Plan update from the Economic Development Department and TIP Strategies, Inc.
- Receive presentation on financing options for significant city projects.
- Adopt ordinance establishing a special tax for transit‑related services for the Preserve Project (waive second reading).
- Adopt resolution extending Dokken Engineering stormwater support services contract to an amount not to exceed $1,240,000 (increase from $800,000).
- Conduct public hearing and adopt resolution approving maximum rate adjustments for residential solid waste collection and street‑sweeping services for Jan 1 2025‑Jul 1 2029.
The City Council approved a resolution setting maximum rate adjustments for residential solid waste collection and street sweeping from 2025 through 2029, and approved the consent calendar (items 13.1-13.10) and a consent public hearing item (14.1) in 4-0 votes. The council also received updates on the Economic Development Strategic Plan, financing options, and the Capital Southeast Connector project, and approved the FY 2023-24 budget amendment and salary schedule.
- Approved maximum rate adjustments for residential solid waste and street sweeping (4-0)
- Approved consent calendar items 13.1-13.10 (4-0)
- Approved resolution for stormwater utility fee ballot mailing (4-0)
- Approved FY 2023-24 budget amendment and salary schedule (4-0)
- Received Economic Development Strategic Plan update (no vote)
- Received financing options presentation (no vote)
- Received Capital Southeast Connector project update (no vote)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council and Planning Commission are holding a special joint meeting to kick off the General Plan Update program. Staff and consultants will introduce the program and seek direction on planning areas and sub-area boundaries. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.
- General Plan Update Kickoff Joint Workshop
The Rancho Cordova City Council and Planning Commission held a special joint work session to kick off the General Plan Update program. No formal action or decisions were taken, but input was received from staff, project consultants, and the public regarding planning areas and sub-area boundaries.
- Received input on the General Plan Update kickoff joint workshop
City Council
The City Council regular meeting scheduled for Monday, August 19, 2024 was cancelled. The cancellation notice was posted on August 7, 2024 at City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive, and is also available on the city website. No agenda items were discussed.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a tentative subdivision map for Rio Del Oro Parcel 78 and a recommendation for a zoning code amendment. The body will also receive information regarding the future development of the Waegell property.
- Rio Del Oro Parcel 78 Tentative Subdivision Map (Project No. PLND-0723-0077)
- Proposed Zoning Text Amendment to Title 23 Zoning Code, Section 23.901.060
- Discussion on future development of the Waegell property
- Swearing in of new Planning Commissioner Dave Huhn
The Planning Commission approved the Rio Del Oro Parcel 78 tentative subdivision map (7-0), determining it exempt from CEQA. It also approved a resolution recommending the City Council adopt a zoning text amendment (7-0). The commission received input on the future development of the Waegell Property but took no action.
- Approved Rio Del Oro Parcel 78 tentative subdivision map (7-0)
- Approved resolution recommending zoning text amendment to Title 23 (7-0)
- Approved minutes from May 22, 2024 meeting (6-0, Huhn abstained)
- Received input on Waegell Property future development (no action)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Rancho Cordova City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes adopting the July 15 meeting minutes, a resolution to impose an annual stormwater utility fee for The Preserve project, and several subdivision map approvals. The council will also consider a contract with Infinity Technologies for geographic information system consulting services up to $1,289,580. Additional items include creating a special transit tax zone for The Preserve project and adopting environmental findings for the Zinfandel Drive Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing Project.
- Adopt meeting minutes from the July 15, 2024 regular council meeting.
- Adopt a resolution to impose an annual stormwater utility fee for The Preserve project.
- Approve a GIS consulting contract with Infinity Technologies not to exceed $1,289,580.
- Create Special Tax Area Zone 34 and adopt an ordinance for a transit‑related tax for The Preserve project.
- Adopt a mitigated negative declaration and environmental findings for the Zinfandel Drive Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing Project.
The City Council approved all consent calendar items (9.1-9.12) and consent public hearing items (10.1-10.2) by 5-0 votes. These included resolutions for a stormwater utility fee for The Preserve project, final maps for several subdivisions, a GIS consulting contract, and a grant from the state ABC. The council also approved the Zinfandel Drive Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing Art Plan. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.
- Approved consent calendar items 9.1-9.12 (5-0), including minutes, stormwater fee resolution, final maps for The Preserve, Sunridge Village 4, The Ranch Villages 11, 12-2, 15-2/18, 21-2/22, and contracts for GIS services, beautification programs, and ABC grant
- Approved consent public hearing items 10.1-10.2 (5-0), creating Special Tax Area Zone 34 for transit services and adopting environmental findings for Zinfandel Drive Overcrossing
- Approved Zinfandel Drive Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing Art Plan (5-0)
City Council
The Rancho Cordova City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 15, 2024, at 5:30 PM. The meeting includes procedural items, public comment, and council reports. The council will vote on several consent calendar items, including adopting meeting minutes and authorizing contracts for street rehabilitation and traffic management projects.
- Adopt minutes from June 25 and July 1 meetings
- Approve $3,337,600.89 contract with Central Valley Engineering & Asphalt for Countryside Neighborhood Street Rehabilitation Phase 1
- Approve $224,395.75 contract with Central Valley Engineering & Asphalt for Neighborhood Traffic Management Program Phase 6
- Amend 2024 City Council meeting schedule
- Authorize delinquent residential solid waste service charges to be collected on 2024-2025 property tax roll
The City Council approved two contracts with Central Valley Engineering & Asphalt, Inc. for street rehabilitation and traffic management. The Council also authorized the collection of delinquent waste service charges via property taxes.
- Approved $3,337,600.89 contract for Countryside Neighborhood Street Rehabilitation Phase 1 (4-0)
- Approved $224,395.75 contract for Neighborhood Traffic Management Program Phase 6 (4-0)
- Approved collection of delinquent residential solid waste charges on 2024-2025 property tax roll (4-0)
- Adopted minutes from June 25 and July 1 meetings (4-0)
- Approved amendment to 2024 City Council Meeting Schedule (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The regular meeting of the Rancho Cordova Planning Commission scheduled for July 10, 2024, has been cancelled. No other agenda items were listed in the notice.
City Council
The City Council will discuss the future development of the Waegell Property and review a conditional use permit for the Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 project. The agenda also includes a $6,000,000 funding commitment for affordable housing and an economic incentive award of up to $390,000.
- $6,000,000 conditional funding commitment for Mather Veterans Village Phase 4
- Economic incentive award of up to $390,000 with Clutch
- Consulting services contract with Claggett Wolfe Associates up to $500,000
- Conditional Use Permit for Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 housing project
- Discussion regarding future development of the Waegell Property
The Rancho Cordova City Council approved a $6,000,000 conditional funding commitment to Mercy Housing California for the Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 affordable housing project and approved a conditional use permit for the project, overruling the Airport Land Use Commission. The Council also approved a $390,000 contract with Clutch for a jobs and talent attraction incentive, revised its Jobs and Talent Attraction Program, and approved a $500,000 consulting contract with Claggett Wolfe Associates. In closed session, the Council unanimously directed staff to enter into and settle the National Opioid Cases and Settlement.
- Approved $500,000 consulting contract with Claggett Wolfe Associates, 2024-2029 (5-0)
- Approved $390,000 contract with Clutch for jobs and talent attraction incentive (5-0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for Mather Veterans Village Phase 4, overruling Airport Land Use Commission (5-0)
- Approved Jobs and Talent Attraction Program revision (4-0, Pulipati recused)
- Approved $6,000,000 conditional funding commitment to Mercy Housing California for Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 (5-0)
- Adopted June 17, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Directed staff to settle National Opioid Cases and Settlement (5-0, closed session)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will receive a presentation regarding the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund grant process policy. The council will also discuss an update on the Legacy Project and provide direction.
- Community Enhancement & Investment Fund grant process policy discussion
- Legacy Project update
The Rancho Cordova City Council held a special work session to discuss the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Grant Process Policy and a Legacy Project Update. The Council received a presentation and provided direction on these topics. No formal votes or binding decisions were recorded in the minutes.
- Received presentation and provided direction on Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Grant Process Policy and Legacy Project Update
City Council
The Rancho Cordova City Council will review several resolutions regarding infrastructure and public services. The agenda includes an ordinance to extend a moratorium on certain industrial uses in the Villages of Zinfandel. The council will also consider community grant funding for the 2024-25 fiscal year.
- $10,520,105 contract with McGuire & Hester, Inc. for Sunrise Boulevard Rehabilitation Project Phase 2
- One-year moratorium extension for M-1 and MP zones in the Villages of Zinfandel
- $900,000 memorandum of understanding with Sacramento County for probation services
- Option agreement with Mercy Housing California for Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 housing
- $370,200 contract with City Net for outreach and transitional house management
The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including a major road project and housing agreements. It also extended a one-year moratorium on certain industrial uses in the Villages of Zinfandel area and approved FY 2024-25 community grants.
- Approved $10,520,105 contract with McGuire & Hester, Inc. for Sunrise Boulevard Rehabilitation Phase 2 (4-0)
- Approved one-year moratorium extension on M-1 and MP zone uses in Villages of Zinfandel Special Planning Area (4-0)
- Approved FY 2024-25 Community Grants and Measure H funding (4-0)
- Approved $900,000 MOU with Sacramento County for probation services (4-0)
- Approved $370,200 contract with City Net for outreach and navigation services (4-0)
- Approved option agreement with Mercy Housing California for Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 (4-0)
- Approved $178,963 contract with Sacramento County District Attorney's Office (4-0)
- Appointed City Manager and City Attorney as real property negotiators for 10801 N. Mather Boulevard (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The regular meeting of the Rancho Cordova Planning Commission scheduled for June 12, 2024, has been cancelled. The notice of cancellation was posted by Clerk Kelly Whitman on May 14, 2024.
City Council
The City Council will consider a property acquisition at the former Mather Air Force Base to support veteran housing. The meeting also includes discussions on stormwater maintenance, an active transportation plan, and the 2024 Neighborhood Traffic Management Program.
- $1,875,000 contract with MCE Corporation for Stormwater Facility Maintenance Services
- Property acquisition at Former Mather Air Force Base for Mather Veterans Village Phase 4
- $324,945 contract with Kittelson and Associates, Inc. for an Active Transportation Plan
- Resolution calling for the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election
- Settlement agreement regarding Sacramento Superior Court Case No. 23WM000101
The Rancho Cordova City Council approved a conveyance agreement with Sacramento County to acquire property for the Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 housing project. The council also authorized a $1,875,000 contract for stormwater facility maintenance and adopted resolutions for various fiscal year 2024-2025 assessments. All listed votes passed 4-0, with Council Member Donald Terry absent.
- Approved $1,875,000 stormwater maintenance contract with MCE Corporation (4-0)
- Approved $324,945 Active Transportation Plan contract with Kittelson and Associates (4-0)
- Approved property acquisition for Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 housing (4-0)
- Adopted resolution rescinding and readopting Climate Action Plan as advisory (4-0)
- Approved annual assessments for landscaping, lighting, transit, and road districts (4-0)
- Approved settlement agreement with 350 Sacramento and Oscar Balaguer (4-0)
- Approved Neighborhood Traffic Management Program 2024 presentation (4-0)
- Approved written report on Villages of Zinfandel moratorium measures (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will receive a presentation regarding Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Community Enhancement & Investment Fund grant applications. The Council intends to provide direction to staff following the presentation.
- Presentation on FY 2024-2025 Community Enhancement & Investment Fund grant applications
The Rancho Cordova City Council held a special meeting to receive a presentation and provide direction on Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Grant Applications. The minutes record that public comment was received from twenty individuals, but do not list any specific votes, approvals, or final decisions made by the Council.
- Received public input on FY 2024-2025 Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Grant Applications
- No specific vote or approval recorded in the minutes
Planning Commission
The commission will swear in Tegan Knifton as a new commissioner. Staff will also present a schematic design update for the Mills Crossing Project to receive feedback on exterior architecture. No formal action is scheduled for this project item.
- Swearing in of Tegan Knifton
- Mills Crossing Project architectural design update
- Adoption of May 8, 2024 meeting minutes
The Rancho Cordova Planning Commission adopted the minutes from its May 8, 2024 meeting by a 6-0 vote. The commission also received input on the Mills Crossing Project schematic design update. No public hearings were held, and the meeting adjourned in honor of Al Rogel.
- Approved May 8, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Swore in new Planning Commissioner Tegan Knifton
- Received input on Mills Crossing Project schematic design update
City Council
The City Council will review proposed ordinances regarding fireworks in parks and zoning amendments. The agenda also includes several contract approvals for storm drain maintenance, tree services, and construction projects.
- Ordinance regulating social host and illegal fireworks in parks
- $2,250,000 contract with Coastline Water Resources for storm drain maintenance
- $2,156,838.35 contract for Chase Drive American River Parkway Connection Project construction
- $467,024 forgivable loan to Mercy Housing California for Mather Veterans Village Phase 4
- Ordinance amending zoning and the Folsom Boulevard Specific Plan
The City Council approved a series of contracts for storm drain maintenance, tree services, and road improvements. The council also adopted ordinances regarding zoning and fireworks regulations and approved a predevelopment loan for veteran housing.
- Approved $2.25M storm drain maintenance contract with Coastline Water Resources (4-0)
- Approved $2.15M contract for Chase Drive American River Parkway Connection Project (4-0)
- Approved $1.6M contract for Grant Line Road improvements (4-0)
- Approved $1.59M contract extension for West Coast Arborists tree maintenance (4-0)
- Approved $467,024 predevelopment loan for Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 (4-0)
- Adopted ordinances amending zoning and fireworks regulations (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Real Property Negotiators for 2875 Kilgore Road (4-0)
- Approved $463,573.69 contract extension for waste disposal education (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a subdivision map for Anatolia III Village 27 and a design review amendment for The Ranch Villages 10 and 11 Silverbrook. These items involve residential development projects within the city.
- Anatolia III Village 27 Small Lot Tentative Subdivision Map at Kiefer Boulevard and Rancho Cordova Parkway
- Design Review Amendment for The Ranch Villages 10 and 11 Silverbrook south of Chrysanthy Boulevard
- Proposal to cancel the June 12, 2024, regular meeting
The Planning Commission approved the Anatolia III Village 27 Small Lot Tentative Subdivision Map and The Ranch Villages 10 and 11 Silverbrook Design Review Amendment, both on 5:0 votes and both found exempt from CEQA under Section 15182. The Commission also voted 5:0 to cancel its regular meeting scheduled for June 12, 2024, and adopted minutes from its April 24 and March 27 meetings. No public speakers commented on any item.
- Approved Anatolia III Village 27 Small Lot Tentative Subdivision Map at Kiefer Blvd and Rancho Cordova Pkwy (5:0)
- Approved The Ranch Villages 10 and 11 Silverbrook Design Review Amendment south of Chrysanthy Blvd (5:0)
- Adopted April 24, 2024 meeting minutes and readopted March 27, 2024 minutes (5:0)
- Cancelled the regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 12, 2024 (5:0)
City Council
The Council will review results from a mail ballot election regarding a stormwater utility fee increase. The agenda also includes a discussion on public library services and property negotiations for land on Bleckely St. Several contract amendments and development projects are scheduled for adoption.
- Landscape maintenance contract extension up to $2,384,960
- $960,000 grant for Crossing at Woodberry affordable housing project
- $543,815 contract for overhead and street signage services
- Ordinance regarding social host and illegal fireworks in parks
- Property negotiations on Bleckely St with Sacramento County
The City Council accepted mail ballot results showing 78% of voters opposed a stormwater fee increase. The Council also approved several infrastructure contracts, zoning amendments, and appointed two Planning Commission members.
- Rejected Stormwater Utility 1 fee increase (4-0)
- Approved $960,000 affordable housing grant for Woodberry Way project (5-0)
- Approved $2.38M landscape maintenance contract extension (5-0)
- Approved $543,815 on-call street signage contract (5-0)
- Appointed Teagan Knifton and David Huhn to Planning Commission (5-0)
- Approved $116,598 audio visual upgrades for conference rooms (5-0)
- Approved ordinances regulating social host and park fireworks (5-0)
- Approved Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 housing resolution (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting and closed session to discuss several active legal cases. These items involve conferences with legal counsel regarding existing litigation against the city.
- Litigation: Stone Creek Residents for Smart Growth v. City of Rancho Cordova (Case No. 23WM000052)
- Litigation: DPML Bear Hollow, LLC and DPML Stonecreek, LLC v. City of Rancho Cordova (Case No. 23WM000122)
- Litigation: Stone Creek Residents for Smart Growth v. City of Rancho Cordova (Case No. 23WM000026)
- Litigation: 350 Sacramento and Oscar Balaguer v. City of Rancho Cordova (Case No. 23WM000101)
The Rancho Cordova City Council held a special meeting that moved immediately into closed session. The Council met with legal counsel to discuss four existing lawsuits involving the city, including cases with Stone Creek Residents for Smart Growth and Dermody Properties. City Attorney Adam Lindgren reported that staff received direction, but no reportable action was taken during the closed session.
- Closed session held to discuss four existing lawsuits with legal counsel
- No reportable action taken in closed session
Planning Commission
The Rancho Cordova Planning Commission will consider a major design review and special development permit for The Preserve, located north of Edington Drive and west of Raymer Way. The commission will also review a tentative parcel map for Recycle Road. Additionally, the body will vote to adopt minutes from the March 27, 2024 meeting.
- Major Design Review, Adjustment, and Special Development Permit for The Preserve (Project No. PLND-0923-0080)
- Tentative Parcel Map for Recycle Road (Project No. PLND-0224-0092)
- Adoption of March 27, 2024, meeting minutes
The Rancho Cordova Planning Commission approved a Tentative Parcel Map for a land division at Recycle Road and granted a Major Design Review and Special Development Permit for The Preserve project. Both approvals passed with unanimous 4-0 votes. The commission also adopted the minutes from its previous meeting.
- Approved Tentative Parcel Map for Recycle Road (4-0)
- Approved Major Design Review and Special Development Permit for The Preserve (4-0)
- Adopted minutes from March 27, 2024 meeting (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will receive staff recommendations regarding grant applications for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Community Enhancement & Investment Fund. This special meeting is focused on reviewing these fund requests.
- Presentation on FY 2024-25 Community Enhancement & Investment Fund grant applications
The City Council received staff recommendations regarding Fiscal Year 2024-25 Community Enhancement & Investment Fund grant applications. One specific application, number 25, was approved by the Council.
- Approved staff recommendation for grant application number 25 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The regular meeting of the Rancho Cordova Planning Commission scheduled for April 10, 2024, has been cancelled. The notice was posted by Clerk Kelly Whitman on April 5, 2024.
City Council
The Rancho Cordova City Council will vote on a consent calendar containing contract extensions and resolutions that directly impact residents, including an increase to the annual Stormwater Utility Fee for fiscal year 2024-2025. The council will also approve soil remediation work at 10153-10179 Folsom Boulevard and extend operations contracts with MCE Corporation and Sacramento Splash. During regular discussion items, staff will present updates on mid-year finances, ARPA funds, the Corridor Enhancement Plan, and community grant applications for council feedback.
- Contract Amendment No. 2021-284-1 with Sacramento Splash for Stormwater Outreach Services, increasing the cap from $120,000 to $202,400 through June 30, 2026.
- Contract Amendment No. 53-2019-2 with MCE Corporation for Citywide Operations and Maintenance Support Services, raising the cap from $4,475,000 to $6,612,000 through June 30, 2027.
- Resolution increasing the Annual Stormwater Utility Fee (SWU2) for fiscal year 2024-2025.
- Contracts with Pacific States Environmental Contractors ($1,034,565) and Tetra Tech ($738,900.68) for soil remediation construction and engineering at 10153-10179 Folsom Boulevard.
- Second Amendment to the Development Agreement with Cresleigh Homes Corporation regarding the Sunridge Lot J Project.
The Rancho Cordova City Council approved a series of contract extensions and new projects, including a $6.6 million extension for citywide operations and a $1 million soil remediation project at Folsom Boulevard. The council also passed a resolution increasing the annual stormwater utility fee and amended a development agreement for the Sunridge Lot J project. All votes were unanimous 4-0, with Council Member David Sander absent.
- Approved $6,612,000 contract extension with MCE Corporation for citywide operations (4-0)
- Approved $202,400 contract extension with Sacramento Splash for stormwater outreach (4-0)
- Approved $1,034,565 contract with Pacific States Environmental Contractors for soil remediation at 10153-10179 Folsom Blvd (4-0)
- Approved $738,900.68 contract with Tetra Tech, Inc. for environmental engineering services (4-0)
- Adopted resolution increasing Annual Stormwater Utility Fee for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 (4-0)
- Adopted resolution on special taxes for Rancho Cordova Community Facilities District No. 2021-1 (4-0)
- Approved Second Amendment to Development Agreement for Sunridge Lot J Project with Cresleigh Homes Corporation (4-0)
- Received updates on Corridor Enhancement Plan, Mid-Year Financial Report, and ARPA funding
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider design reviews for a recreation center and a storage park. The commission will also review proposed changes to the city's zoning code and the Folsom Boulevard Specific Plan.
- Design Review Amendment for The Ranch Four Seasons Recreation Center
- Development Agreement amendment with Cresleigh Homes Corporation for Sunridge Lot J
- Major Design Review and Administrative Use Permit for Big Baller Storage Park
- Amendments to Title 23 Zoning Code and Folsom Boulevard Specific Plan
The Rancho Cordova Planning Commission approved four items on March 27, 2024, all by unanimous 4-0 votes. The Commission adopted minutes from a previous meeting, approved a design review amendment for the Ranch Four Seasons Recreation Center, and recommended City Council approve an amendment to a development agreement for Sunridge Lot J. Additionally, the Commission approved a major design review and use permit for Big Baller Storage Park and recommended a zoning text amendment for the Folsom Boulevard Specific Plan.
- Approved minutes from March 13, 2024 meeting (4-0)
- Approved Design Review Amendment for Ranch Four Seasons Recreation Center (4-0)
- Recommended City Council approve Second Amendment to Development Agreement for Sunridge Lot J (4-0)
- Approved Major Design Review and Administrative Use Permit for Big Baller Storage Park (4-0)
- Recommended City Council adopt Zoning Text Amendment for Folsom Boulevard Specific Plan (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Rancho Cordova City Council is holding a special meeting that includes a workshop on vision, values, and governance. The council will also meet in closed session to discuss the City Manager’s performance evaluation under Government Code Section 54957. No public votes or policy changes are listed for this agenda. These sessions determine leadership direction and administrative oversight before regular city operations resume.
- Workshop on vision, values, and governance
- Closed session to evaluate City Manager performance
- Public comment deadline set for 10:00 a.m. on March 21
- Upcoming council meetings scheduled through June 2024
The City Council conducted a workshop to receive input regarding the city's vision, values, and governance. No reportable action was taken during the closed session regarding the City Manager's performance evaluation.
- Received input on Vision, Values, and Governance
- No reportable action taken regarding City Manager performance evaluation
City Council
The City Council will review a proposed loan agreement for a new 99-seat performing arts facility. The agenda also includes actions on a $200,000 animal services grant and a rights-of-way agreement for the Hazel Avenue interchange project.
- Proposed loan for Rise-up Theatre Company performing arts facility
- $200,000 grant from UC Davis for Animal Services
- Rights-of-way acquisition for Hazel Avenue at U.S. 50 Interchange Project
- Mills Crossing Project update
- Ordinance amending Planning Commission qualifications
The Rancho Cordova City Council approved a resolution for a forgivable loan agreement with Phoenix Production Company (doing business as Rise-up Theatre Company) for tenant improvements and lease payments for a 99-seat multi-use performing arts facility, adding six shows for a total of 12 productions. The council also approved consent items 9.1 through 9.3 and 9.5, including meeting minutes, a second reading of an ordinance amending Planning Commission qualifications, and a Treasurer's Report. Item 9.4, a resolution authorizing a cooperative agreement with Sacramento County for rights-of-way acquisition for the Hazel Avenue at U.S. 50 Interchange Project, was pulled and continued to a date uncertain. The council received an update on the Mills Crossing Project and took no action.
- Approved consent items 9.1-9.3 and 9.5 (5-0): meeting minutes, Planning Commission ordinance second reading, Treasurer's Report
- Continued item 9.4 (Hazel Avenue/U.S. 50 rights-of-way agreement) to a date uncertain (5-0)
- Approved forgivable loan agreement with Rise-up Theatre Company for arts facility, adding six shows for 12 total productions (5-0)
- Received Mills Crossing Project update; no action taken
- Closed session held on three existing litigation matters; staff given direction, no reportable action
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for beer and wine sales at a Valero gas station. Staff recommends that the commission adopt a resolution recommending denial of this permit. The commission will also receive the 2023 General Plan Annual Report.
- Public hearing for Valero Gas Station beer and wine sales (Project No. PLND-1023-0086)
- Adoption of February 14, 2024, meeting minutes
- Receipt of the 2023 General Plan Annual Report
The Planning Commission voted to recommend that the City Council deny a Conditional Use Permit and Letter of Public Convenience and Necessity for beer and wine sales at a Valero Gas Station. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 14, 2024, meeting.
- Recommended City Council deny Valero Gas Station Beer & Wine Conditional Use Permit and Letter of Public Convenience and Necessity (4-0)
- Approved February 14, 2024, meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding protests to a proposed Stormwater Utility 1 fee increase. The agenda also includes selecting a contractor for residential solid waste and street sweeping services through 2034. Additionally, the council will review a contract amendment for landscape maintenance services.
- Public hearing on Stormwater Utility 1 fee increase protests and potential property owner vote
- Contract amendment for Roush Landscape Services increasing amount to not exceed $3,404,600
- Selection of contractor for residential solid waste and street sweeping services through 2034
- Ordinance establishing enforceable speed limits on specific roads
- Appointment of real property negotiators for 10801 White Rock Road
The City Council awarded a 10-year residential solid waste and street sweeping contract to Atlas Disposal Industries. Other actions included approving a landscape maintenance contract extension and establishing enforceable speed limits on specific roads.
- Selected Atlas Disposal Industries for residential solid waste and street sweeping contract (4-0)
- Approved landscape maintenance contract extension with Roush Landscape Services up to $3,404,600 (4-0)
- Approved Citywide Roundabout Feasibility Study and Implementation Plan (4-0)
- Adopted ordinance establishing enforceable speed limits on listed roads (4-0)
- Approved resolution to submit Stormwater Utility 1 fee increase to property owner vote (3-1)
- Approved street name change from Poopenaut Court to Artist Point Court (4-0)
- Selected Baby Blue Eyes as the Official City Flower (4-0)
- Appointed City Manager and City Attorney as Real Property Negotiators for 10801 White Rock Road (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss educational opportunities for students in Rancho Cordova. The council is also scheduled to receive an update regarding the process for school district reorganization.
- Update on public school educational opportunities
- Discussion of the process for school district reorganization
The City Council discussed public school educational opportunities and the school district reorganization process. The Council decided to conduct a community poll and request a formal response from the school district regarding local needs.
- Approved motion to conduct a community poll and return to Council with an implementation study (5-0)
- Approved motion to send a letter to the Elk Grove Unified School District requesting that school facility and transportation needs of Rancho Cordova residents be addressed (5-0)
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Citizen Oversight Board
The Board will review the fiscal year 2022-2023 budget overview, revenues, and actual expenditures for the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund. The meeting also includes an update on grantee compliance with reporting requirements.
- Adoption of November 27, 2023, meeting minutes
- FY 2022-2023 budget overview, revenues, and expenditures update
- FY 2022-2023 grantee compliance with reporting requirements
City Council
The City Council will review several resolutions including a $1.9 million contract for a General Plan Update and a grant for electric vehicle chargers at City Hall. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding digital billboard signs on Mine Shaft Lane and protests to a proposed stormwater utility fee increase.
- $1,956,889 contract with Ascent Environmental, Inc. for General Plan Update and EIR
- $212,417 contract with PBM Construction, Inc. for ADA sidewalk improvements
- $138,900 grant for electric vehicle chargers at City Hall
- Conditional Use Permit for Mine Shaft Digital Billboard Signs at 2300 Mine Shaft Lane
- Ordinance to establish enforceable speed limits on specific roads
The Rancho Cordova City Council approved several contracts and resolutions on its consent calendar, including a $1,956,889 contract with Ascent Environmental, Inc. for the General Plan Update and Environmental Impact Report, a $212,417 contract with PBM Construction for ADA sidewalk improvements, and a $138,900 federal grant agreement for EV chargers at City Hall. The council also approved a tentative subdivision map and General Plan Amendment for Sunridge Park III, introduced an ordinance setting enforceable speed limits, and approved a conditional use permit for digital billboard signs at 2300 Mine Shaft Lane (east sign 4-0, west sign 3-1). Two items were continued to the March 4, 2024 meeting: an ordinance on Planning Commission qualifications and a public hearing on the Stormwater Utility 1 fee increase. Council Member Siri Pulipati was absent.
- Approved consent items 9.1-9.3 (minutes, $212,417 ADA sidewalk contract, $1,956,889 general plan update contract) (4-0)
- Approved item 9.4: $138,900 DOE grant agreement for EV chargers at City Hall (4-0)
- Approved item 9.5: application to state Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program and allocation to Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 (4-0)
- Approved Sunridge Park III tentative subdivision map and General Plan Amendment (4-0)
- Introduced ordinance establishing enforceable speed limits on listed roads (4-0)
- Continued Planning Commission qualifications ordinance to March 4, 2024 (4-0)
- Approved east digital billboard sign at 2300 Mine Shaft Lane (4-0)
- Approved west digital billboard sign at 2300 Mine Shaft Lane (3-1, Budge no)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a major design review for the Westcott Station project by KB Home. Additionally, the commission will review a recommendation regarding beer and wine sales at a Valero gas station.
- Westcott Station by KB Home Major Design Review (Project No. PLND-0923-0083)
- Valero Gas Station Beer and Wine Sales Conditional Use Permit (Project No. PLND-1023-0086)
- January 24, 2024, Meeting Minutes adoption
The Planning Commission approved the Major Design Review for Westcott Station by KB Home. A decision regarding beer and wine sales at a Valero Gas Station was continued to a date uncertain.
- Approved January 24, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved Westcott Station Major Design Review and CEQA exemption (5-0)
- Continued Valero Gas Station Beer and Wine Sales permit to a date uncertain (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will discuss the future format and forum for public meetings subject to the Ralph M. Brown Act. Staff recommends generally discontinuing teleconferencing for the City Council and other boards, commissions, and committees.
- Discussion on the future format and forum for public meetings
The City Council decided to generally stop using teleconferencing for the City Council and other boards, commissions, and committees. The Mayor, Vice Mayor, and City Manager were granted discretion to make future changes to teleconferencing and live streaming.
- Approved discontinuing teleconference for public comment for City Council and other boards, commissions, and committees (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss a potential South Korean sister city partnership and council salary amendments. The regular meeting includes discussions on digital billboard signs, residential waste service proposals, and a possible stormwater utility fee increase.
- Potential sister city partnership with South Korea
- Ordinance discussion regarding Council salaries
- Contract for Economic Development Strategic Plan consulting up to $150,000
- Soil remediation contract amendment for 10153-10179 Folsom Boulevard up to $157,869.41
- Mine Shaft Digital Signs Project at 2300 Mine Shaft Lane
The City Council approved several consent items, including a consulting contract for an economic development strategic plan and increased funding for a soil remediation project. Multiple public hearing items and a discussion on council salaries were continued or moved to future meetings.
- Approved $150,000 contract with TIP Strategies, Inc for Economic Development Strategic Plan Consulting Services (5-0)
- Approved increasing Tetra Tech, Inc. contract to $157,869.41 for soil remediation at 10153-10179 Folsom Boulevard (5-0)
- Adopted mail ballot election results for Transit-Related Services Special Tax Area Zone 8 (5-0)
- Denied motion to bring council salary ordinance discussion back before July 2024 break (1-3-1)
- Continued Planning Commission qualification ordinance and Stormwater Utility 1 fee increase hearing to February 20, 2024 (5-0)
- Moved Mine Shaft Digital Signs project and solid waste services contract proposals to future meetings (5-0)
- Adopted meeting minutes from January 16 and January 23, 2024 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Folsom Cordova Unified School District, the City of Rancho Cordova, and the City of Folsom are holding a special joint meeting. The body will discuss a report regarding district re-organization and a feasibility study.
- Review of District Re-Organization and Feasibility Study Report
The Folsom Cordova Unified School District, City of Rancho Cordova, and City of Folsom held a joint meeting to review a feasibility study on splitting the district into two. No formal action was taken during the meeting.
- Approved agenda (FCUSD: 5-0, Folsom: 4-0, Rancho Cordova: 5-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review meeting minutes from January 10, 2024. The major design review for the Kilgore Commerce Center has been continued to an uncertain future date at the applicant's request.
- Adoption of January 10, 2024, meeting minutes
- Kilgore Commerce Center Major Design Review (Project No. PLND-1022-0056) postponement
The Planning Commission approved the minutes from its January 10, 2024, meeting. A major design review for the Kilgore Commerce Center was continued to a future date at the applicant's request.
- Approved January 10, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Continued Kilgore Commerce Center Major Design Review (PLND-1022-0056) to a date uncertain
City Council
The Rancho Cordova City Council held a special meeting and work session on January 23, 2024. The council received a 2024 legislative update from two firms and staff, and took input on the city's 2024 legislative priorities. On the Little League Project, the council passed a motion, 5-0, to look for an alternate location for the project. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Received 2024 legislative update presentations and staff priorities; input received, no vote recorded
- Approved motion to look for an alternate location for the Little League Project (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will consider an adjusted storm drainage impact fee schedule for developers. The agenda also includes a presentation on renaming Poopenaut Court and a study on citywide roundabouts.
- Resolution for Rossmoor Bar Trail Enhancements Planning Project contract up to $580,500
- White Rock Road Phase 3 project contract amendment increasing amount to $395,178.00
- Mather Field Road Enhancements Project contract amendment increasing amount to $109,862.75
- Public hearing regarding Mine Shaft Digital Billboard Signs at 2300 Mine Shaft Lane
- Approval of 2024 Adjusted Storm Drainage Impact Fee Schedule
The Rancho Cordova City Council approved a resolution to rename Poopenaut Court to Artist Point Court in the Sunridge Park Community. The Council also adopted the 2024 Adjusted Storm Drainage Impact Fee Schedule and approved an incentive payment and salary increase for City Manager Micah Runner. Additionally, the Council authorized several contracts for road and trail projects, including the Rossmoor Bar Trail and White Rock Road Phase 3, and continued a public hearing on digital billboard signs to February 5, 2024.
- Approved renaming Poopenaut Court to Artist Point Court (3-0)
- Approved 2024 Adjusted Storm Drainage Impact Fee Schedule (3-0)
- Approved City Manager salary increase and incentive payment (3-0)
- Approved $580,500 contract for Rossmoor Bar Trail planning (3-0)
- Approved subdivision map and agreement for The Ranch Village 1 (3-0)
- Approved $395,178 contract amendment for White Rock Road Phase 3 (3-0)
- Approved $109,862.75 contract amendment for Mather Field Road design (3-0)
- Continued Mine Shaft Digital Billboard hearing to Feb 5, 2024 (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding design reviews and subdivision maps for two residential developments. The commission will also discuss the acquisition of the Grantline 208 Elementary School site by the Elk Grove Unified School District.
- Major Design Review and Special Development Permit for Riverblossom, Wildblossom, and Starblossom at Montelena
- Tentative Subdivision Map and General Plan Amendment for Sunridge Park III at Canyonlands Drive and Timberland Drive
- Discussion regarding the acquisition of Grantline 208 Elementary School Site by Elk Grove Unified School District
- Adoption of meeting minutes from December 13, 2023, and October 11, 2023
The Commission approved a design review and permit for the Riverblossom, Wildblossom, and Starblossom at Montelena project. It also recommended City Council approval for the Sunridge Park III subdivision map and general plan amendment. Additionally, the Commission directed staff to request that a school site be used for a middle school instead of an elementary school.
- Approved Riverblossom, Wildblossom, and Starblossom at Montelena Major Design Review and Special Development Permit (6-0)
- Recommended City Council approval of Sunridge Park III Tentative Subdivision Map and General Plan Amendment (5-1)
- Directed staff to request Elk Grove Unified School District consider the Grantline 208 site as a middle school instead of an elementary school (6-0)
- Approved meeting minutes from December 13, 2023, and readopted minutes from October 11, 2023 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council meeting scheduled for January 2, 2024 is cancelled. The cancellation notice was posted and available online as required.
- Notice of Meeting Cancellation