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The nut graf: The ordinance clarifies that the standing council resolution limiting fireworks booths and their location (400 Fairway Drive city parking lot) remains in effect, removes a vegetation separation requirement that conflicted with existing landscaping at the authorized site, and aligns the sales cutoff with regional practice at 9 p.m.

Acting on the revised language, Councilmember Pratton moved approval and Councilmember Reid seconded. The council adopted the ordinance on a 5‑0 roll call vote.

City manager’s office staff explained the changes were housekeeping to ensure the ordinance did not unintentionally override past council direction that limited booths to four and to remove a vegetation distance standard that could have excluded the authorized parking lot. “The only thing we are going to do with this revised ordinance is incorporate that resolution by reference so it does not get ignored,” staff said.

Mayor Farmer and other councilmembers stressed that the ordinance is intended to preserve safe, permitted sales that support local nonprofits while strengthening enforcement against illegal fireworks that create safety and nuisance problems. The ordinance takes effect upon adoption and will be enforced by city code and public safety staff.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Galt, CA: City Council Meeting 5/20/2025 6:00PM","oneSentenceSummary","City staff presented a revised ordinance on May 20 to regulate sales of “safe and sane” fireworks and strengthen penalties for illegal fireworks. The revision incorporated a previous council resolution that limits the number and location of vendor booths and lowered the July 4 sales cutoff to 9 p.m.","taxTitle","Galt City, Sacramento County, California","taxId",72160,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6233149,"Galt council orders study of speed‑control options for Adairway/Fermoy after residents describe speeding and cut‑through traffic",5820,7551000,13371000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3424496-3b06dccd3902143a7df3a7d262b85fa4&start=7551&end=13371","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3424496-3b06dccd3902143a7df3a7d262b85fa4/thumbnail_7551000.jpg","/articles/6233149/Galt-City/Sacramento-County/California/Galt-council-orders-study-of-speedcontrol-options-for-AdairwayFermoy-after-residents-describe-speeding-and-cutthrough-traffic","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6233149-260a31a0a853d8f9dc1689cc30c06f78/orig.mp4?Expires=1771184331&Signature=FusLuqxWmlgxI~Xy8XFySJH0lrbSwRiWIjGJ8Rh8Em3qZzn3zZw3IE1-aswaBEMsnPcgfkHUZVPbkcPCSr-fcus-LiCaE8jiV0n-QeoVImF1OdWbmeMPLJU1a-dRToC68J9XZHsBSq12ROBG9nAwaXZhZWnnVdpoKnyL8YkC20kEhZxbYtUkUSwFEyrdonzZ~CTCnKvVQXdRcRNCrB0U1b4YsMUzRA6n4P2E72yPq3r3uuCanzYSRSkS8MgQPYajhcWEv4jNWR3xA-yj80Zh9VY~xsx0IsyF4y7mcszVtmA4nRxGGZomlYPtqEo5T4WMnJOi0uQIBxRFYE1osBuqcQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City Council on May 20 directed staff to return with detailed cost estimates and recommended locations for speed control devices (speed humps or tables), an entry median and updated signage for the Adairway‑Fermoy neighborhood after residents described persistent speeding and cut‑through traffic that they say endangers children and seniors.

The nut graf: Council heard from multiple residents who said Adairway and Fermoy have become a de‑facto thoroughfare to reach Walmart, the Tesla charging station and other destinations; staff presented five options — do nothing; extend bike lanes; install speed control devices; install a herringbone (pork‑chop) median; or close the intersection — and recommended a combination of bike‑lane striping and a herringbone island. Council instead asked staff to return within roughly 60 days with detailed cost/location proposals for speed control devices, signage and a possible median, and to work with fire and police on design constraints.

Public‑works director John Griffin reviewed traffic counts and crash data collected for the area and told council the roadway design meets collector‑street standards in the Northeast Area Specific Plan. Griffin cautioned that a permanent closure of Adairway at East Stockton Boulevard would require acquisition or demolition of two corner homes and construction of a new sound wall, which staff estimated could cost approximately $2.5 million.

Residents described near‑misses, high‑speed drivers and growing traffic volumes. Alicia Kafka, a parent who lives at the corner of Adair and East Stockton, said she is “terrified” for her children and recounted difficulty leaving driveways and walking to school. Long‑time residents urged speed bumps and medians; several suggested restricting commercial vehicle routing.

Councilmembers asked staff for a practical sequence: quick engineering measures and signage, alongside study of speed‑control device spacing and a city policy to govern installation requests. Vice Mayor Sandhu, Councilmember Pratt and Mayor Farmer favored a staged approach beginning with costed speed‑control locations and roadway furniture rather than immediate closure. The motion to direct staff on costs and locations passed 4–1 (Councilmember Reid opposed). Staff will return with cost estimates and recommended device placements, and will coordinate designs with fire and police.","The City Council on May 20 directed staff to return with detailed cost estimates and recommended locations for speed control devices (speed humps or tables), an entry median and updated signage for the Adairway‑Fermoy neighborhood after residents described persistent speeding and cut‑through traffic that they say endangers children and seniors.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6233159,"Council retains alternate July 4 parade route; staff to hold community outreach on permanent route",72,4521000,4593000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3424496-3b06dccd3902143a7df3a7d262b85fa4&start=4521&end=4593","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3424496-3b06dccd3902143a7df3a7d262b85fa4/thumbnail_4521000.jpg","/articles/6233159/Galt-City/Sacramento-County/California/Council-retains-alternate-July-4-parade-route-staff-to-hold-community-outreach-on-permanent-route","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6233159-891ab73a491c2dbd518f26a4ce5a5cff/orig.mp4?Expires=1771184331&Signature=FRsJOVyYPAqs70IS~h-s7aXKZQWdU~Hbk5ruTlwgdeL0J04mRrj1N3No1R-F~FwSdoe8JIZUhRFZw76u591yXxy0a6SeQRKD0k2g8GXdv02YsPeZ0o2KDpxwjtJFQ4eDvIuNBKqmcLBhuM74Lzi0Pi~hsORH4z74QKJ1m7Ns12sSLOI8cEPz6urlnywMI9sJv4KYtDydYFOwfNBZ3mpxWmMKmdQB1wqKic88cL05RUiPLZyHAYARARs4Jdeo~6W880i-6ccb7TJHirl~uwv6rkuMJdri7pG8tiChBx1N-GwbElYxZ7bnKbIr0Ul0OyQNsgoS39jLVi8rXTaiyxefPg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Parks and recreation staff notified the council May 20 that the city will use the alternate parade route for July 4, 2025, while staff schedules community meetings and a chamber‑led business meeting to gather public input on a permanent parade route.

The nut graf: Council members directed staff to collect feedback from businesses and residents this summer and return with alternatives and cost comparisons before adopting a permanent parade route; the alternate route used for the winter parade will remain in place for the Independence Day event.

Jackie Garcia, parks and recreation, explained that an earlier agenda discussion was postponed and staff needed to submit participant information and deadlines. She said staff will host two public meetings after July 4: one with the Chamber and local businesses and one for the community at large.

Councilmembers noted logistics such as traffic routing, business access and safety concerns and emphasized that any permanent change should be informed by community outreach. Councilmember Pratton acknowledged the difficulty of parade logistics and urged flexibility: “I think both parade routes that we've recently… have goods and bads to them.”

Staff will collect input, prepare a cost comparison for each route and return to council so members can select a permanent route and—if appropriate—apply the route to the winter parade as well.","The City of Galt will use the alternate parade route for July 4, 2025, while staff schedules community and business meetings to collect input on a permanent route for future events. Council emphasized logistics and public outreach before choosing a long‑term route.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6233164,"Galt reviews 12 grant requests for 2025–26 special‑event sponsorship program; council to act June 3",1021,3030000,4051000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3424496-3b06dccd3902143a7df3a7d262b85fa4&start=3030&end=4051","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3424496-3b06dccd3902143a7df3a7d262b85fa4/thumbnail_3030000.jpg","/articles/6233164/Galt-City/Sacramento-County/California/Galt-reviews-12-grant-requests-for-202526-specialevent-sponsorship-program-council-to-act-June-3","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6233164-fe03546a7f97a913b901e375960d86ab/orig.mp4?Expires=1771184331&Signature=hYUvyoJyX9omMJCGY3dcpoJbCpBxwK2iPYAzHGnFVOv79xSfCQIcTrCdTkMGgiNIK5nelzCX0nMrcaeNBv87n-Fzm4v~jKK2KbfeAq68S5IzHzHMNrMSZfpRiRG02wmj8mHX3pZqrce68l99oAOf2E2IOidCrbJUkdk78Fmcy~Fa7oObDgwb~7LAjkjUY2GRTwD891E0OUDyn~Y7gfSgCKLWGpz5~pQnNe~3Mq2xxgi3Jo5Pbwu3QoxiYitU61GPGms-Z2ME0rnSD3JuFVx~dkXehvZV-syBn0sv2qPqsJC6hKrOlN5OmOgztkcQSAs5sEbFX8-K79Pc3WUmZVjOrA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Jackie Garcia, parks and recreation staff, presented the city’s Special Event Sponsorship Program preview on May 20 and said staff received 12 applications requesting a combined $37,220 for FY 2025–26.

The nut graf: the requests cover police and public‑works service costs, rental waivers and event hard costs; council will review the full funding package and take action at a June 3 meeting.

Garcia said the program’s policy caps sponsorships at $5,000 per event unless council approves higher amounts. Applicants asked for city support for a mix of continuing events — including wine/beer and food festivals, veterans gazebo work, trick‑or‑treat on Fourth Street, and alumni and school parades — and new events such as a children’s makers market.

Speakers from applicant organizations described how funds would be used. Grace Malson of Galt Sunrise Rotary said the group’s Taco de Mayo proceeds support scholarships and a community winter dinner. Mariah Bray, co‑activities director at Galt High School, urged restoration of the Galt High homecoming parade and corrected a date to Sept. 26. Becky, organizer of the children’s makers market, said the event grew from 56 booths and 90 kids to 96 booths and more than 200 kids and asked for help with street closure and material costs.

Kat, representing the Galt Chamber of Commerce, outlined multiple chamber requests including veteran’s gazebo planning to honor service members in the Fourth Street Promenade and asked for city support to obtain railroad approval and pursue fundraising. Council members expressed broad support, including offers of staff assistance and an interest in helping veterans groups seek partners and grants.

Mayor Farmer and staff clarified this was a preview; formal approval and potential waivers will return to council on June 3 for action.","Parks and recreation staff presented a preview of 12 special‑event sponsorship applications requesting $37,220 for FY 2025–26. Applicants included service clubs, schools, the chamber and new community events; council will consider formal funding and waivers at the June 3 meeting.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6233169,"SACOG presents 30-year 'Blueprint' plan, urges local input on housing and transportation priorities",892,1165000,2057000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3424496-3b06dccd3902143a7df3a7d262b85fa4&start=1165&end=2057","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3424496-3b06dccd3902143a7df3a7d262b85fa4/thumbnail_1165000.jpg","/articles/6233169/Galt-City/Sacramento-County/California/SACOG-presents-30-year-Blueprint-plan-urges-local-input-on-housing-and-transportation-priorities","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6233169-ef776db0882aa103e0c9269437458234/orig.mp4?Expires=1771184331&Signature=jENZF83P9NQFymGaDhGwW1U5OOPC6IiB8oe7gcMNg4D5KncbrJVeNPjV6PhSnR2YGywtcSNFMWDv3tCKbPivD86BsTPDaO9WWOjRfjvDO78PoONH3wyCYYIwYCWnJKNfvYeNC8~W2yCiPUAMPGWLIzbWFi9uvQsehl2g1zRiTPiU1QVhMGznWg5co4E3YeOGbIsh3B5FvvEET9eu99SPcsQjfNdOEKgDhG0u0oHmB3PeiHWw5Aav4-uT1S9qKVpXlOGRMuowIm~GoOsI1npy5cYgvLifuTP6jE-a6l5QmhZy7skaMkaIJ9mDOxKtcn7fgzWzyDQiqfpnDF6xuuHj4A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Casey Lausanne, deputy executive director of the Sacramento Area Council of Governments, told the Galt City Council on May 20 that SACOG’s 2025 Blueprint is a 30‑year regional transportation and land‑use plan that must meet federal and state requirements and state climate targets.

The presentation summarized two years of outreach and analysis and explained why regional planning matters to local decisions. “As local leaders, it's important to understand how our planning decisions at the local level impact not just our own city or county, but the entire region,” Lausanne said.

The nut graf: SACOG is seeking public comment on a draft plan that forecasts about 600,000 new people and 280,000 new homes across the six‑county region. The draft will be released for a two‑month public review and an environmental impact report; SACOG expects final adoption and EIR certification in November.

Lausanne said SACOG’s outreach included city tours, a scientific phone poll, focus groups, pop‑up workshops and a regional workshop. Major themes from that work include housing affordability across life stages; transportation safety for drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians; and equity and access to opportunity.

Amy Mendez, the city’s staff representative to SACOG, described local implementation examples including the recently completed C Street corridor project and connectivity work for the Galt Ranch and Summerhorn Ranch developments. “That project has just come to conclusion,” Mendez said of C Street, noting partial SACOG funding for the work.

SACOG staff stressed financial constraints and encouraged members to favor maintenance, quick‑build and lower‑cost projects that can be implemented sooner. Lausanne cited an estimated $40 billion in forecast transportation funding across the region for the plan period, while project requests exceeded that total.

SACOG will host the public review at the end of May; the board plans to adopt the plan and certify the EIR in November. The city’s SACOG appointee, Councilmember Bonnie Rodriguez, encouraged Galt residents to participate. “It has been an honor to do so,” Rodriguez said of her work on SACOG, and she urged constituents to weigh in on policies that will affect implementation.","The Sacramento Area Council of Governments briefed the Galt City Council on its 30-year 'Blueprint' regional transportation and land-use plan, emphasizing housing affordability, safety and targeted, lower-cost projects. SACOG and local staff outlined outreach, projected regional growth, and upcoming public review and environmental review steps.","actionData","errors"]

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