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- Consent agenda (items 5–13, excluding items pulled for separate consideration): Approved by roll call. Yeas: Council member Ocala, Council member Early, Council member Orozco, Mayor Pro Tem Sulpizio Hall, Mayor Guerrero.

- Item 7 — Third Amendment to commercial lease for police facility (1025 Triangle Court): Approved. Council accepted a five-year extension of the lease; staff said the lease aligns with ongoing site-selection work for a future police facility and positions the department to transition when a new site is ready.

- Item 9 — Resolution 25-40 authorizing I‑Bank application and intent to reimburse expenditures for Bridal Park improvements: Approved by roll call. Yeas: Ocala, Early, Orozco, Sulpizio Hall, Guerrero. (See separate article for detailed Q&A and staff estimates.)

- Item 10 — Multi-jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan / emergency planning appendix (consent): Approved. Staff described the document as a planning tool and a living document that supports grant eligibility; FEMA had given conditional approval pending local adoption.

- Item 13 — Contract amendment / federal advocacy services (Holland & Knight): Approved. The contract is cost-shared among the city, West SACOG / flood entity and the Port (50% city / 40% flood agency / 10% port according to staff) for targeted federal advocacy and grant-support services; council discussed the option to re-advertise later if desired.

- Item 14 — Ordinance 24-9 (Tiny Homes on Wheels): First reading approved by roll call. Yeas: Ocala, Early, Orozco, Sulpizio Hall, Guerrero.

- Item 15 — Ordinance 25-6 (Public noticing and engagement for large development projects): First reading approved by roll call. Yeas: Ocala, Early, Orozco, Sulpizio Hall, Guerrero.

Votes and roll calls were taken on the record during the meeting and are reflected in the official minutes.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Council 4/9/25","oneSentenceSummary","Summary of formal votes taken during the April 9 West Sacramento City Council meeting, including consent approvals, a lease amendment, contract extension, I‑Bank application authorization for Bridal Park, and first readings of two ordinances.","taxTitle","West Sacramento, Yolo County, California","taxId",4568,"location","headline","shortSummary",{"_33":75,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":76,"_41":77,"_43":78,"_45":79,"_47":80,"_49":81,"_51":82,"_53":83,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":84,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":85,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6606703,"Council backs zoning changes to expand notice and early engagement for large development projects",385,11945000,12330000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2959179-9f77e2b755bad882a8f54f0c58965d3d&start=11945&end=12330","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2959179-9f77e2b755bad882a8f54f0c58965d3d/thumbnail_11945000.jpg","/articles/6606703/West-Sacramento/Yolo-County/California/Council-backs-zoning-changes-to-expand-notice-and-early-engagement-for-large-development-projects","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6606703-4b064987aa99fa30801f533854a1296d/orig.mp4?Expires=1770440295&Signature=EQDfRzTOL-hRpSNUBl~Sk53YhqewJDxTKkfzhliqI6hYTaTQ8y1kt0agG3sD6V7hIlOGf28YX66enFoRHxwoJZ-e-OTVOZezZzqABzpBTRWA92Hvo7GeqPNBr4T4ImyKNdQDFWNUUu-WPq9YZEYCYHPd2FFYlHOeyp~LDnUdxeTioBBl2e4CiD6yg1aDCJbN8K7NOfdP470V4-ZMETQgeRPxACsre8H05e1IYw-0-5S6tdEPB~WDCLQ323ZJA86d1xqC64MjPUnGeE47K6RtsnhM9EkCf0JgYZOr8nLzN8-MmW2muvSy5J2G9Z6yB7GlovCvDX5xKOzkHJd20ZgRYw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The West Sacramento City Council on Wednesday approved the first reading of an ordinance amending city zoning rules to increase public engagement for large development projects.

The ordinance creates a new category — “large development project” — defined as private proposals that exceed 500 residential units or require discretionary approvals such as plan amendments or rezoning. For qualifying projects, the code would require an expanded mailed-notice radius of one-quarter mile (previously 500 feet), an early public workshop after completeness review and earlier posting of staff reports at least one week before public hearings.

Why it matters: Council members said the changes are intended to give neighbors more time and better access to information about projects with potential neighborhood and citywide impacts. Staff noted the amendments are citywide, would be paid for by applicants and reflect terms negotiated in a previous settlement agreement.

Key changes

- Expanded notice: Notice to property owners and occupants would go to a 0.25-mile radius around a project site, compared with 500 feet today.

- Early workshop: Applicants would host a public workshop after the application is deemed complete but before hearing materials are prepared, to gather community feedback earlier in the process.

- Agenda timing and materials: Staff reports and attachments for hearings must be posted at least one week before the public hearing, and hearings for large projects would be scheduled earlier in meeting agendas to ensure community members do not miss them.

Public comment and outcome

No members of the public requested to speak on the item at the hearing. Council approved first reading by roll call. Staff said the ordinance is exempt from CEQA (it is procedural and does not itself change the physical environment) and that the cost of enhanced notice would be borne by applicants.

Next steps

The ordinance had its first reading; the council will consider adoption at a subsequent meeting. Staff will implement updated notice and workshop procedures for qualifying projects after adoption.","The council approved first reading of an amendment to Title 17 to require expanded notice radii, early public workshops and earlier posting of staff reports for development projects that exceed 500 units or require rezoning or a general-plan amendment.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_47":92,"_49":93,"_51":94,"_53":95,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":96,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":97,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6606706,"West Sacramento OKs first reading to legalize 'tiny homes on wheels' as dwelling option",3017,8833000,11850000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2959179-9f77e2b755bad882a8f54f0c58965d3d&start=8833&end=11850","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2959179-9f77e2b755bad882a8f54f0c58965d3d/thumbnail_8833000.jpg","/articles/6606706/West-Sacramento/Yolo-County/California/West-Sacramento-OKs-first-reading-to-legalize-tiny-homes-on-wheels-as-dwelling-option","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6606706-f2d4291451183fa4b660e7dd2d8fe61b/orig.mp4?Expires=1770440295&Signature=MHqRjVnZHTXoc5-1uLM9AIaDD3FwhAoRJfo143Ac0~QCwFxSoAPtgETHe5iZY8IrKPXyQ6uVXAgLwnmM4pydj4OOMkRi9LWKIVhF6vdakYeAhdBKhVIG7NpI~D8y5HmIf5aFew9qprQjChNWCWh8ltAgCMt5PVd~6s1PmB88AfUdrtagtovtjsWy5bd9YMwjDERk6gX5udNcggLzCkZMF~53cuxwZYhkf7CNv-13tFzUzGczWKnlIdM6dbNoUTV~F7xh3vd-G4PqcyAWvuaX9oRHXhhTIPFC4dPvc-SCmt9ipbS0gruAipLq5RyKQwGKxF3oeAbG9rBxKf~wRWvMNA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The West Sacramento City Council held a public hearing and approved the first reading of ordinance 24-9 on Wednesday, moving the city closer to allowing tiny homes on wheels as legal primary or accessory dwelling units in several residential zones.

Planning staff described the changes as supplemental regulations to ensure tiny homes on wheels resemble traditional residential units and meet utility, safety and permitting standards. The ordinance requires administrative approval from the community development department, hookups to water and sewer, building-permit review, screening or skirting of chassis and adherence to residential design features such as roof pitch and exterior materials.

Why it matters: The measure creates a path for owners of small, moveable dwellings to place those units on private residential lots while ensuring utilities and life-safety standards are met. Proponents said the change will expand affordable, low-impact housing choices and help residents remain in the community; supporters urged the council to lead the region on pro-housing policy.

What the ordinance does

- Scope: The draft ordinance would allow tiny homes on wheels in most residential zones except the highest-density zone; the units must obtain administrative approval and then go through standard building permitting for utility connections.

- Design and permanence: The draft requires designs that make units look residential rather than like recreational vehicles, and it requires chassis to be skirted or the wheels removed and the unit placed on a leveling pad.

- Fees and approvals: Staff said administrative review fees and construction-related impact fees could apply; the city is updating its fee schedule and will present fee changes to council separately.

Public comment and council action

Several residents and advocates addressed the council in support of the ordinance. Resident Robin Davis, who lives in a tiny home on wheels on undeveloped residential property in West Sacramento, and several other speakers described pathways to homeownership or affordable housing offered by the units and urged approval.

Council member Ocala moved and Council member Orozco seconded first reading of Ordinance 24-9; the council approved the first reading by roll call (ayes recorded). Staff said administrative checklists and a process flow will be provided to applicants and that the city will finalize fee details separately.

Next steps

The council conducted the first reading; a second reading and formal adoption will be scheduled in a future meeting consistent with ordinance-adoption procedure. Staff will finalize the administrative-approval checklist and the fee schedule adjustments for council review.","The City Council conducted a public hearing and approved first reading of an ordinance to allow tiny homes on wheels as legal dwellings in most residential zones after staff added design and utility-connection standards; advocates and nearby residents spoke in favor.",{"_33":99,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":100,"_41":101,"_43":102,"_45":103,"_47":104,"_49":105,"_51":106,"_53":107,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":108,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":109,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6606710,"West Sacramento council approves application to I‑Bank to fill $32M Bridal Park gap; staff and residents press for timeline",1460,6660000,8120000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2959179-9f77e2b755bad882a8f54f0c58965d3d&start=6660&end=8120","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2959179-9f77e2b755bad882a8f54f0c58965d3d/thumbnail_6660000.jpg","/articles/6606710/West-Sacramento/Yolo-County/California/West-Sacramento-council-approves-application-to-IBank-to-fill-32M-Bridal-Park-gap-staff-and-residents-press-for-timeline","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6606710-5eb843b497a370d1bb3d97e3e1422904/orig.mp4?Expires=1770440295&Signature=Ab0J-hRD07Au6CbeggJUqcL1VZGrkuSOq8Dm7jG20i-AS2XP0qZBV5hk-Z~DGVhz8MsAxl9FEmT4fX~Xt96mA5ssYhHwYVl~uQSKBiOEfNMgZvoEbI-Api1rTas-q9id~Iw0z0Zwl~5mCjmpCwbqk92KnTScNtT-ZAiszXjBYX2~Dk1B-klxEzshQSGczxBElQSt6F3vKM2rfSSwKRgaCbhB-WVWCS8~zYRkOCeodjWFlV~Y9g4odbxJ9Abyn7zgdty6TLNtuyShGlmhzXxmYMmF2UCjgLZkuUA06KsgLGDxDnaXlLdL8aImZwRJipB5SledCFv7SAhsJC3HyOgeqA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The West Sacramento City Council on Wednesday approved a resolution authorizing staff to apply to the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank (I‑Bank) for financing to cover local funding shortfalls on the long-planned Bridal Park project.

City staff told the council the total project budget is roughly $60 million and that roughly $25 million in grants has been secured, leaving a local funding gap staff currently estimates at about $32 million. The I‑Bank’s Infrastructure State Revolving Fund (ISRF) can offer loans up to $65 million, staff said, and the city would only draw the amount it needs.

Why it matters: Council members and speakers at the meeting emphasized that Bridal Park has been a long-standing local priority and that accelerated financing could allow construction to proceed sooner rather than later. Several residents urged the council to move money to the park and press staff to finalize timelines.

What staff told council

- Loan terms and payment estimates: Staff said I‑Bank loans previously approved in the region showed interest rates near 4.1% and used that figure for rough amortization estimates. Under a 30-year amortization, a $40 million draw would yield total annual debt service near $2.5 million; a $60 million draw would be closer to $4 million annually, depending on the rate at loan closing.

- Use of proceeds and reimbursement: The resolution allows the city to apply for financing and to declare intent to reimburse certain project expenditures from loan proceeds. Staff said the measure gives the city a longer reimbursement window for eligible expenses. Staff emphasized the loan can function like a line of credit: the city pays only on the amount it ultimately draws.

- Repayment source: Staff said the most likely repayment source would be Measure N revenues (the local sales-tax–derived fund used for community improvements) though the application lists a general-fund pledge; exact repayment decisions would be made later by council.

Council and public reaction

Residents who spoke urged the council to proceed quickly. Laurie Gutierrez and Rhonda Pope Flores said the park has been promised to neighborhoods for years and urged the council to secure funding and move to construction. Council members asked for details about interest-rate assumptions, term length and the project schedule; staff said the city is at about 80% design and aims for a November 2025 construction start contingent on land acquisition and funding.

Outcome and next steps

The council approved the resolution by roll call (ayes recorded). Staff said they will continue to pursue grant opportunities and return to council with refined financing and phasing options. The council did not commit to a final loan amount at this meeting; staff recommended applying for a larger loan ceiling to preserve flexibility if other funding sources fall through.

Votes and figures mentioned

- Estimated project cost: ~$60,000,000 (staff estimate)
- Secured grant funds cited by staff: about $25,000,000
- Estimated local funding gap cited by staff: ~$32,000,000
- Example I‑Bank rate mentioned by staff: ~4.1% (September example used for illustration)
- Example annual payments (30-year amortization): roughly $2.5M/year for $40M; roughly $4M/year for $60M (rates and payments subject to market conditions at issuance).","The City Council approved a resolution authorizing an application to the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank (I‑Bank) to finance Bridal Park improvements, after staff described a remaining local funding gap of roughly $32 million and estimated repayment scenarios.",{"_33":111,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":112,"_41":113,"_43":114,"_45":115,"_47":116,"_49":117,"_51":118,"_53":119,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":120,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":121,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6606715,"SACOG presents 2025 regional blueprint, warns of transportation funding 'fiscal cliff'",948,3882000,4830000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2959179-9f77e2b755bad882a8f54f0c58965d3d&start=3882&end=4830","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2959179-9f77e2b755bad882a8f54f0c58965d3d/thumbnail_3882000.jpg","/articles/6606715/West-Sacramento/Yolo-County/California/SACOG-presents-2025-regional-blueprint-warns-of-transportation-funding-fiscal-cliff","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6606715-a417ec54ec01ba00daaa77cb7f722c5f/orig.mp4?Expires=1770440295&Signature=IMt5PxFyL4tteA59rYHJR6O3bQyE0zkZrmTQke3i5Bn~q~9xuYdaCI0HpfRy-PAj5Qv7g2BZ3ov3nT5GKytPzxRv-ahrQ7njk7Lpyc9oqCrwRxa3xRjXs16usNFQIF6i2S18QYcWMuZreIRSJHX5kgovtsQSM2pB3IAPb-aaP9MF3J72eng9b3cFmxbm0lquuWRetbjY86X7Qx8rxEY8IM2Mgt8bE-zXfGTIuNp20uvti3sx8WUuvxj2u3-wCX1wluTbY8KkOLyOo-~xzg5is6pAEzzh69LMe88MeRiX~LTMZYzFAOWztviTeB5AtI6UEMhI04sBSecroNB00Ds02g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Sacramento Area Council of Governments on Wednesday updated the West Sacramento City Council on its 2025 regional blueprint, saying the region must be strategic about transportation investments as federal and state funding become less certain.

SACOG Executive Director James Corliss told council members the blueprint — a long-range plan covering 22 cities across six counties through 2050 — ties transportation, housing and jobs together and is intended to keep the Sacramento region competitive for state and federal grants.

Corliss said the region is forecast to grow by about 600,000 people and 260,000 jobs by 2050, requiring roughly 278,000 housing units. For West Sacramento specifically, he said planners project roughly 31,000 additional residents, 15,000 more jobs and about 16,000 housing units over the next 25 years.

Why it matters: Corliss said the region faces a transportation funding “fiscal cliff,” with less competitive grant funding expected at the federal level and possible erosion of state programs. He urged jurisdictions to coordinate on priorities to remain competitive for the limited funding that will be available.

Key points from the presentation

- Outreach and priorities: SACOG said it conducted extensive outreach and distilled public priorities into themes including affordable housing, safe transportation options, open-space preservation and “complete communities” with walkable neighborhoods. Survey respondents ranked affordable housing highest among regional concerns.

- Funding and implementation: Corliss emphasized that the blueprint will be released as a public draft in May with an environmental review (EIR) out for 60 days, a July board review and adoption and certification targeted for November. He noted SACOG programs — including “Green Means Go” (a greenhouse-gas–reduction economic/housing program) and a regional trails initiative — are intended to turn plan priorities into funded projects.

- Mobility zones and equity: SACOG described a new Mobility Zones program intended to identify neighborhoods with transportation disadvantage and prioritize them for funding. The program tailors equity measures by county rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.

- Transit finances: Corliss and multiple council members said public transit funding is at particular risk. Corliss predicted fewer competitive federal grants and relatively more reliance on formula funding unless the region makes a strong case in Washington.

Council reaction and next steps

Council members thanked SACOG for the outreach and praised West Sacramento staff for competitive grant writing. Several council members raised concerns about local projects that depend on state or federal funds, including bridge projects and trails, and pressed SACOG to help the region advocate in Washington and Sacramento.

Corliss said SACOG will continue to coordinate with local staff on grant applications and to push the region’s priorities in state and federal discussions. The public draft and EIR for public comment are expected in May; SACOG plans to return to the board and member jurisdictions as the plan advances.","The Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) outlined its 2025 long-range plan for the six-county region, projecting steep population and job growth through 2050 and urging local jurisdictions to prepare for likely cuts to federal transit funding.","actionData","errors"]

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