Cherilyn Bairos

The meeting commenced with presentations on Project Pacific Project Heroes regarding hometown hero banners, which are planned to run from Memorial Day weekend until Veterans Day. Pacific Project Heroes also announced their first car show and chili cookoff event scheduled for April 18th at the 50s Roadhouse in Nights Ferry. A presentation was given by Kimley Horn and Associates regarding the Stanco Regional Transportation Plan update, detailing four potential land use and housing scenarios for the next 20 years, focusing on factors like middle housing, VMT mitigation, and non-motorized updates. The council also discussed the cancellation of the subsequent meeting to allow for construction and remodeling in the council chambers and asbestos abatement at city hall. The agenda concluded with consideration and approval of a resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 midyear budget, which noted upward adjustments in projected revenues and increased expenditures primarily due to park maintenance and the police department.

The meeting commenced with the recognition of the Oakdale Soccer Club 2017 Girls Comp team and the 2014 Girls Comp Team for their championship achievements. During public comment, a representative from Pacific Gas and Electric Company provided an update on reducing residential customer bills due to decreased price per kilowatt hour and promised future updates on community investments. Key agenda items included the approval of the consent agenda and a public hearing concerning the adoption of the 2025 building code. The building code presentation detailed that updates were generally minor, focusing on energy requirements, HVAC performance, and separating the wildland urban interface section into its own code part. The council subsequently approved the 2025 building code adoption.

The meeting commenced with roll call and an invocation. A presentation recognized the Oakdale Library for celebrating 50 years of operation, detailing the diverse services provided beyond lending books, such as computer classes, resume assistance, and children's programs. Public comments included a citizen raising concerns about drivers, including city vehicles, failing to use headlights during foggy conditions. Another public comment addressed the removal of an American flag displayed by a former Marine and Vietnam veteran, arguing for an exception to ordinances based on service. A third commenter focused on recent public park vandalism, demanding accountability for Council Member Jared Patassi regarding alleged involvement and pointing out conflicting messages about rule adherence versus the vandalism incident, suggesting his resignation. A final comment suggested that park damage might actually be caused by city lawnmowers, arguing for accountability of the maintenance supervisor if other council members are held accountable for park damage.

The meeting included the recognition of the OSC Oakdale Soccer Club U9 competitive girls team for winning the state cup bronze division. A presentation was given by the Santaol Council of Governments regarding the unmet transit needs process, focusing on identifying mobility gaps and opportunities to improve local bus, paratransit, and microtransit services. Public comments were heard from a representative of the nonprofit Ogdo regarding their 10th annual cycling event, which raised $17,000 designated for several local charities. Another public comment addressed suicide prevention efforts, detailing 2024 suicide death rate statistics for Oakdale residents and outlining educational resources such as QPR trainings and the 988 crisis hotline. Council members expressed interest in having the suicide prevention group return for a dedicated, extended presentation.

The agenda for the City Council meeting included several items for consideration. Presentations involved recognizing the Oakdale Soccer Club 2016 Boys Comp Team Champions. The Consent Agenda contained items such as receiving and filing the Warrant List for January 28 - February 10, 2026, waiving readings of Ordinances and Resolutions, accepting the December Treasurer's Report, and the second reading of Ordinance 1299 adopting the 2025 Building Code with local amendments. Staff reports covered resolutions authorizing execution of an agreement with Dynamic Pavement Inc. for the Valley View Drive -- Well No. 3 Paved Access Path Project, the purchase and outfitting of a 2026 Ford F-350 for the Fire Department, and the purchase/installation of new vehicle lifts for the fleet. The City Manager's Report included a presentation on the Alley Management Plan and February Department Reports. Additionally, the agenda listed staff reports on rejecting a claim for damages by Marlena Martinez and considering appointments to Boards, Commissions, Committees.