Roseville City Council Meeting – July 14, 2026

Mayor Pro Tempore Hall presided over the meeting in the mayor's absence, with five council members present and one arriving late. The council approved a consent agenda, heard a presentation from the Parks and Recreation Authority, adopted a zoning ordinance amendment for gas stations, approved a property transfer to enable EV charging and business expansion, and made several board appointments.

Consent Calendar

• The consent agenda, including an item added by Ms. Green (amendment not specified), was approved unanimously.

Presentations and Proclamation

• Sarah Fredericks, Director of Parks and Recrection Authority of Roseville and East Point, reported on recent and upcoming events: the grand opening of a new park on May 20th featuring pickleball courts, community garden, playground, pavilion, and walking path; Pride in the Park on Thursday, July 16th, 5:30–8:00pm at Veterans Memorial Park (free, with crafts, entertainment, food trucks, and vendors); Movie in the Park on Tuesday, July 21st at Spindler Park, 7:00–10:30pm (showing Wicked For Good, free popcorn); and a community rummage sale on Saturday, August 22nd, 10:00am–4:00pm at the rec authority lot (vendor spaces $15 each). Fall programs registration opens August 3rd.
• The council then presented Ms. Fredericks with a proclamation naming Rare as Parks and Recreation of the Month, signed by all council members.

Discussion Items

• Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Gas Stations: Mr. Thomas (city attorney) presented an ordinance recommended by the planning commission to amend Section 370-41F regarding motor vehicle service stations, including location restrictions, setbacks, minimum area, lighting, fuel dispenser locations, accessory uses, and hazardous materials. The council voted unanimously to adopt the ordinance.
• Real Estate Transfer Approval: Discussion on a request to abandon an alley behind a gas station at Utica and Grashett to allow expansion and installation of electric vehicle charging stations. The owner will pay to cap and relocate the water main (which only serves that building), and must build an additional entrance to the city-owned parking lot behind the building. The agreement is not yet finalized by the buyer due to time constraints for a grant. The council approved the transfer unanimously. n

Appointments

• Retirement Board: Michael Bush reappointment, unanimous.
• Housing Comission: William Milhan appointment, unanimous.
• Beautification Committee: Chelsea Lions appointment, unanimous. n

Reports from Administration and Department Heads

• The city clerk announced early voting dates: Saturday, July 25th through Sunday, August 2nd, 8:00am–4:00pm in City Hall council chambers. All registered voters should have received a postcard.
• The city attorney had no report.
• The city manager reminded the public that City Hall and the library are available as cooling centers during the heat wave; a Smart bus will also serve as a cooling center at McCall Mall parking lot tomorrow.

Council Member Remarks

• Councilman Knox urged residents to stay hydrated and avoid heat stroke.
• Councilman Hoover thanked Sarah and congratulated the new board members.
• Councilman ShoeMaker also extended congratulations and noted the classic car event on Saturday (Jamming at the Junction).
• Councilwoman McCartney reminded to check on neighbors, thanked Sarah, and hoped for no rain on Saturday.
• Councilman Mutija praised the new park facilities and thanked all appointees, encouraging attendance at Saturday's event.
• Mayor Pro Tem Hall echoed thanks and reminded everyone to be kind and check on elderly neighbors.

The meeting adjourned on a motion.