Folsom City Council Regular Meeting - June 9, 2026

The Folsom City Council convened a regular meeting on June 9, 2026, at 2:45 PM. The agenda included adoption of consent calendar items, a public hearing on the ambulance cost recovery fee schedule, approval of the FY 2627 budget, and several other items. The meeting featured public comments, staff presentations, and council discussions on fireworks safety, pavement resurfacing, water management, and zoo sustainability.

Consent Calendar

• Items 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7 were adopted unanimously with a single motion. Item 4 (fireworks display authorization) was pulled for separate discussion.
• Item 4 – Resolution 11637 (Public fireworks displays during Folsom Pro Rodeo) was adopted unanimously after public comment and council discussion.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Business from the Floor:
  • Ashika La, Parks Administrator for San Joaquin County and CPRS Region One Representative, recognized the City of Folsom's Parks and Recreation Department for receiving the 2025 CPRS Marketing and Communications Award of Excellence for its Annual Report. She highlighted the report’s role in building trust and transparency.
  • Mariel Olson, a zoo docent, shared anecdotes about the zoo’s positive community impact, including benefits to tourists and local businesses. She urged continued support for the zoo and its sanctuary role.
• Item 4 Public Comments:
  • Janet/Sam Plunk, a resident near the rodeo grounds, expressed concern about fire danger from fireworks, noting that she and her husband have had to extinguish small fires. She urged continued mitigation efforts by city departments.
  • Sherry Richter raised concerns about the fireworks’ impact on zoo animals (requiring sedation) and neighborhood pets. She suggested considering drone shows as an alternative, noting Rocklin’s recent use of drones.
• Budget Public Hearing:
  • Peggy Plett, president of Friends of the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary, detailed the Friends’ fundraising efforts, including $202,000 raised for a new vet building, partnerships with local businesses, and a planned economic development study to reduce reliance on the general fund.

Discussion Items

• Item 4 – Fireworks Authorization: Fire Chief Jason Solack outlined mitigation plans, including increased patrols, a new hydrant, and expanded fallout zones. Councilmembers discussed risks to historic wood-roof homes, illegal fireworks enforcement, and the cost of drone shows. The council encouraged future exploration of drone alternatives.
• Item 8 – Pavement Resurfacing Project (Resolution 11644): Ryan Chance, Streets Operations Manager, presented the $3.73 million project covering 256 centerline miles (700 lane miles). The city’s overall PCI is 65; 84% of streets are in good condition. The project includes crack sealing, slurry seal, and fresh striping in Willow Creek and Empire Ranch areas. Buffered bike lanes will be added. Schools will be prioritized before August 6. The contract was awarded to Consolidated Engineering Inc. (lowest bid, nine bidders). Council discussed road lifecycle, geotechnical issues, and contingency use. Motion passed unanimously.
• Item 9 – Ambulance Cost Recovery Fee Schedule (Resolution 11646): Fire Chief Jason Solack proposed updating fees to close a projected $1.95 million funding gap under a new single-role staffing model (using EMTs/paramedics instead of firefighter paramedics). The proposed ALS base rate of $3,071 is mid-range regionally. The resolution also authorizes an annual inflationary adjustment (AIF). Council noted the difference from private providers and discussed compassion billing policies. Motion passed unanimously.
• Item 10 – Toll Brothers at Alder Creek: The council voted unanimously to continue the item to the June 23rd meeting per the developer’s request.
• Item 11 – Urban Water Management Plan (Resolution 11642): Marcus Yasutaki, Utilities Director, presented the 2025 plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan. The city has 38,350 acre-feet of entitlements and projects a surplus of over 11,000 acre-feet even in a fifth-year drought. A six-stage shortage plan with response actions was described. The council adopted the resolution unanimously, with plans to update the municipal code to match the six stages.
• Item 12 – FY 2627 Budget (Resolution 11645): City Manager Brian and CFO Stacy Tamani presented the $307.6 million total budget. General fund revenues are $124.35 million, expenditures $124.25 million, with a 20% reserve. Detailed presentations on CalPERS liabilities (unfunded liability: safety $106M, misc $104M) and OPEB (unfunded $102M) were given. Council discussed the need to address long-term liabilities. A $55,000 reduction in the zoo operating budget was included. After debate over zoo funding levels, the council adopted the budget as presented, with Vice Mayor Rorbaugh expressing desire for tighter cost control and highlighting salary escalation. Motion passed unanimously.

Key Outcomes

• Consent Calendar: Items 1-3,5-7 adopted; Item 4 (fireworks) adopted after separate vote (unanimous).
• Item 8 – Pavement Resurfacing: Resolution 11644 adopted; contract awarded to Consolidated Engineering Inc. (unanimous).
• Item 9 – Ambulance Fees: Resolution 11646 adopted, updating fee schedule and authorizing annual AIF (unanimous).
• Item 10 – Toll Brothers: Continued to June 23, 2026 (unanimous).
• Item 11 – Water Plans: Resolution 11642 adopted; city manager authorized to submit plans to state (unanimous).
• Item 12 – FY 2627 Budget: Resolution 11645 adopted; budget includes all proposed appropriations (unanimous).
• City Manager Report: Noted increased fireworks enforcement (zero tolerance, fines up to $5,000), White Rock Road emergency repairs (June 9-11), and successful Battle of the Badges blood drive (38 pints).