Jamie Genz

The committee deliberated on several proposed charter amendments, including the removal of voter approval requirements for franchising municipal services, structural reporting relationships for the City Attorney, and clarification of authority regarding boards and commissions. Administrative corrections to the charter were approved, and the committee discussed proposals for City Council salary adjustments, the transition to district-based elections, and the establishment of term limits for councilmembers, ultimately recommending a three-term limit.

The meeting included reports on the city's 80th birthday celebration, status of engineering position postings, and planned relocation of the Utilities Department. Key business items involved reviews of the fiscal year 2026-2027 operating and capital budgets for Waste and Recycling, Fleet, Water, and Sewer services. Additionally, the commission held preliminary discussions regarding the city's 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan, including plans for an upcoming public hearing.

The Council meeting included a proclamation recognizing National Public Works Week and City Works Day, highlighting the essential role of public works staff. The Council also received an annual presentation from the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District regarding regional management efforts, mosquito breeding prevention, the use of sterile insect techniques to control invasive mosquito populations, and local West Nile virus surveillance status.

The agenda focuses on planning and development items, including public hearings for planned development permits and parcel map waivers for residential projects. Specific items involve the Emblem Empire Ranch Apartments and design reviews for Folsom Heights Villages. The commission also addresses zoning code updates regarding accessory dwelling units to align with state requirements and discussed property development agreements.

The Committee focused on reviewing and amending several City Charter provisions. Key discussions included approving amendments to City Council term limits, reducing them from four to three consecutive four-year terms. The Committee also recommended removing the voter approval requirement for franchising municipal services, adjusting the oversight authority of boards and commissions, and deleting outdated transition language regarding elected officials. Additionally, the Committee deliberated on proposals for City Council compensation, including potential inflation-based salary adjustments, and reviewed structural changes related to the potential transition to an at-large elected Mayor. Further review of remaining Charter issues was deferred, with staff recommending the formation of a new committee to address complex policy topics after the upcoming election.