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Sacramento City Council Meeting Summary: April 28, 2026

City Council — Tuesday, April 28, 2026
BodySacramento, California
SessionCity Council
DateTuesday, April 28, 2026
StatusFILED
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Transcript — Verbatim
0:00

Fire code, we cannot have people standing in the aisles.

0:17

Okay.

0:18

Please call the meeting to order.

0:21

Thank you.

0:24

Thank you.

0:24

This meeting is called to order at 52 p.m.

0:28

Councilmember Kaplan.

0:29

Councilmember Dickinson.

0:31

Vice Mayor Talamantes.

0:32

Councilmember Pleckybaum.

0:34

Councilmember Maple.

0:35

Here.

0:35

Mayor Pro Tem Gata.

0:36

Here.

0:37

Council Member Jennings.

0:38

Here.

0:38

Councilmember Vang.

0:39

Here.

0:40

And Mayor McCarty.

0:41

Here.

0:41

You have a quorum.

0:45

Okay.

0:46

We have Councilmember Dickinson.

0:48

Uh lead us in the pledge and land acknowledgment.

0:53

Please rise as you're able.

0:59

For the opening acknowledgement and honor of Sacramento's indigenous people and tribal lands.

1:05

To the original people of this land, the Nissan people, the Southern Maidu, Valley and Plains Mewalk, and Patwin Winton.

1:15

Rancheria, Sacramento's only federally recognized tribe.

1:19

May we acknowledge and honor the Native people who came before us and still walk beside us today on these ancestral lands by choosing to gather together today in the active practice of acknowledgment and appreciation for Sacramento's indigenous people's history, contributions, and lives.

1:38

Thank you, and please join me in the Pledge of Allegiance.

1:42

I pledge allegiance to the flags of America and to the Republic for which it stands.

1:49

One nation under God and liberty and justice.

2:01

Nothing to report out.

2:02

Thank you.

2:03

And before we proceed, Mayor, uh, with your special presentations, if I will, we are going to reorder the agenda.

2:09

We're going to take item number three first.

2:11

That's the MOU between the City of Sacramento and the Sacramento Zoological Society.

2:16

We'll then take item four, Sacramento Homeless and Housing System Partnership Structure.

2:20

Then we will move to item one, um, a public hearing, and um, which is floor and road quick quack, and then item two, a third party appeal for Isle Hamburg Redevelopment Project.

2:33

Yes.

2:35

Absolutely.

2:35

Let me repeat that.

2:36

We're going to take item three.

2:38

So the discussion calendar, item three, then item four, then we're gonna take item one and item two.

2:46

Thank you.

2:46

So Zoom and Housing Home.

2:48

So we now move to special presentations.

2:50

The first is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Denim Day, presented by Councilmember Kaplan.

2:56

Thank you, Madam Clerk.

2:58

Thank you, Mayor.

3:00

Um, you know, this is sexual assault awareness month and denim day.

3:05

A community's character is measured by how strongly it stands with those with dignity, safety, and rights to those who have been infringed on viol uh by the violence of others.

3:19

So 34 years ago in Italy, an 18-year-old woman bravely sought justice after being sexually assaulted by her driving instructor.

3:30

Despite his conviction, the Italian Supreme Court overturned the case, claiming that because she wore tight jeans, she must be complicit and asked for that assault.

3:48

In response, the women of the Italian parliament wore denim to show solidarity with the with the victim and oppose that decision, sparking an international movement.

4:02

So that is why I am proud that many of my colleagues have joined me in wearing denim today to stand with survivors and reject the dangerous myth that sexual assault is ever caused by what someone is wearing.

4:19

As the mother of two girls, should my girls get blamed for the assault by what they're wearing.

4:28

Should I get blamed because my top might be a little too low?

4:35

We need to change the narrative that it is okay to sexually assault somebody by what they're wearing.

4:43

And so this story is the significance of sexual assault awareness month.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Land Use Planning██████████████████████████████30%
Homelessness███████████████████████23%
Community Engagement█████████9%
Parks and Recreation█████████9%
Procedural████████8%
Housing██████6%
Public Safety█████5%
Economic Development██2%
Affordable Housing██2%
Summary of Proceedings

Sacramento City Council Meeting Summary: April 28, 2026

The Sacramento City Council met on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 5:22 PM at City Hall. The meeting included special presentations, public hearings, discussion items, and public comments, covering topics from community recognition to housing, economic development, and public health concerns. Key actions included reordering the agenda, approving a zoo expansion MOU, selecting a Joint Powers Authority framework for homelessness, overturning a staff recommendation to allow a car wash, and denying appeals of a large mixed-use development. The meeting adjourned at 11:10 PM.

Special Presentations

  • Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Denim Day – Presented by Councilmember Kaplan. Honored WEAVE, Sacramento's rape crisis center, which answered 721 assault-related calls, supported 285 survivors during forensic exams, and provided counseling to 302 primary and secondary victims in the past year.
  • Sikh Heritage Month – Presented by Councilmember Maple. Recognized recent city policy updates allowing Sikh individuals to carry kirpans in city spaces, described as a step toward inclusion after three years of advocacy. Community members expressed gratitude for the ability to fully participate in civic life.
  • Law Day – Presented by the City Attorney's Office. Recognized Law Day on May 1, 2026, with a symposium scheduled for May 5, 2026, from 12 PM to 1 PM in historic city hall chambers.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Florin Road Quick Quack Car Wash (Item 1): Majority of public commenters, including students from Phoenix on the Rise and Luther Burbank High School, expressed strong support for the project, citing community engagement, job opportunities, and the need to activate a long-vacant lot. Opponents, including a senior housing developer, argued for affordable housing and better land use.
  • Alhambra Redevelopment Project (Item 2): Appellants (Citizens for Positive Growth and Preservation and Casa Loma Terrace East Sacramento Neighborhood Association) argued the project was out of scale, citing traffic and sewer concerns. Supporters, including residents and housing advocates, emphasized the need for housing production and compatibility with general plan goals.
  • Sacramento Homeless/Housing JPA (Item 4): Public comments included skepticism about lack of detail and potential impacts on existing systems, while others urged regional collaboration. Lisa Bates (Sacramento Steps Forward) urged an inclusive governance structure that integrates government entities, system partners, and people with lived experience.
  • Public Comments-Matters Not on the Agenda: Residents opposed a proposed crematorium near Babcock Elementary School, citing health risks and insufficient notification. Others advocated for maintaining funding for the Office of Violence Prevention and praised programs like Brother to Brother.

Discussion Items

  1. [Appeal] Florin Road Quick Quack Car Wash (P25-013) – The applicant appealed the Planning and Design Commission's denial of a Conditional Use Permit for a car wash on a ±1.15-acre portion of a vacant ±14.25-acre parcel at 3815 Florin Road. Staff recommended denial, citing incompatibility with transit-oriented development, housing goals, and environmental justice policies. The applicant argued the use is allowed under the C-2 zone and would reduce VMT, beautify the site, and provide community benefits. Councilmember Maple moved to deny the staff recommendation, citing economic development and community support. Motion passed 9–0.

  2. Third-Party Appeals of Alhambra Redevelopment Project (P24-007) – Appeals challenged the Planning Commission's approval of a six-story, 332-unit mixed-use development with 2,400 sq ft of commercial space on Alhambra Boulevard. Appellants raised concerns about scale, traffic (1,879 to 3,300 daily trips), sewer capacity, and hazardous waste. Staff and the applicant argued the project is consistent with state law (Housing Accountability Act) and city code, noting required infrastructure improvements and environmental assessments. Councilmember Pluckebaum moved to deny the appeals, citing legal constraints and the need for housing. Motion passed 9–0.

  3. MOU Between City and Sacramento Zoological Society – Staff presented a non-binding MOU to explore expanding the zoo's operational footprint from 14.3 to 20.1 acres (approx. 40% increase) within William Land Park, including 1.4 acres north and 4.4 acres at the former Pony Park. Public comment was mixed: supporters cited economic benefits (500,000 visitors/year, 10,000 households), while opponents raised concerns about historical features (Swanson Memorial), loss of free park space, traffic, and funding. Councilmember Jennings moved to approve the MOU with direction for a formal JPA, elected board, monthly public meetings, inclusion of housing/homelessness staffing, and a sunset clause. Motion passed 9–0.

  4. Sacramento Homeless and Housing System JPA Framework Options – Staff presented three JPA options. Option 2 (elected official governing body and COC board) was selected after discussion. Councilmembers added direction for formal JPA, elected board, monthly public meetings, inclusion of housing/homelessness (including SHRA, SSF, city/county departments), independent administration staffing/resources, and a sunset clause. Motion passed 9–0.

Key Outcomes

  • Florin Road Car Wash (Item 1): Motion passed 9–0 to deny staff recommendation and direct staff to bring back findings for approval.
  • Alhambra Redevelopment (Item 2): Motion passed 9–0 to deny third-party appeals and approve the project (Resolution No. 2026-0106).
  • Zoo MOU (Item 3): Motion passed 9–0 to authorize the City Manager to execute the MOU (Motion No. 2026-0094).
  • Homeless/Housing JPA (Item 4): Motion passed 9–0 to select Option 2 with additional directions (Motion No. 2026-0095).
  • Councilmember Reports: AB 1234 reports were provided by Members Kaplan, Jennings, and McCarty regarding conferences and advocacy.
  • Public Comments: No formal action taken on crematorium opposition or violence prevention funding; items were noted.

Next Steps: Staff will bring back findings for the car wash, continue zoo expansion exploration with community engagement and working groups, develop the JPA framework with partner entities, and report back on the JPA structure status by late summer/early fall 2026.

Meeting Transcript

Fire code, we cannot have people standing in the aisles. Okay. Please call the meeting to order. Thank you. Thank you. This meeting is called to order at 52 p.m. Councilmember Kaplan. Councilmember Dickinson. Vice Mayor Talamantes. Councilmember Pleckybaum. Councilmember Maple. Here. Mayor Pro Tem Gata. Here. Council Member Jennings. Here. Councilmember Vang. Here. And Mayor McCarty. Here. You have a quorum. Okay. We have Councilmember Dickinson. Uh lead us in the pledge and land acknowledgment. Please rise as you're able. For the opening acknowledgement and honor of Sacramento's indigenous people and tribal lands. To the original people of this land, the Nissan people, the Southern Maidu, Valley and Plains Mewalk, and Patwin Winton. Rancheria, Sacramento's only federally recognized tribe. May we acknowledge and honor the Native people who came before us and still walk beside us today on these ancestral lands by choosing to gather together today in the active practice of acknowledgment and appreciation for Sacramento's indigenous people's history, contributions, and lives. Thank you, and please join me in the Pledge of Allegiance. I pledge allegiance to the flags of America and to the Republic for which it stands. One nation under God and liberty and justice. Nothing to report out. Thank you. And before we proceed, Mayor, uh, with your special presentations, if I will, we are going to reorder the agenda. We're going to take item number three first. That's the MOU between the City of Sacramento and the Sacramento Zoological Society. We'll then take item four, Sacramento Homeless and Housing System Partnership Structure. Then we will move to item one, um, a public hearing, and um, which is floor and road quick quack, and then item two, a third party appeal for Isle Hamburg Redevelopment Project. Yes. Absolutely. Let me repeat that. We're going to take item three. So the discussion calendar, item three, then item four, then we're gonna take item one and item two. Thank you. So Zoom and Housing Home. So we now move to special presentations. The first is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Denim Day, presented by Councilmember Kaplan. Thank you, Madam Clerk. Thank you, Mayor.

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