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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Citrus Heights public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Sacramento Groundwater Authority Second Amended Joint Powers Agreement
The council pumped the brakes on amending the groundwater authority agreement, with members questioning who really represents the city and whether fee shares based on 2012 census numbers are still fair.
Establishment of Youth Advisory Commission
Eight students will form the city's first-ever Youth Advisory Commission after a 2-1 confirmation vote. The dissent centered on excluding a non-resident applicant while schools don't have to be in Citrus Heights.
Domestic violence response partnership
The city honored WEAVE's partnership with police, whose embedded advocate has handled about 714 cases and helped roughly 665 victims since May 2025.
Setback variance on a narrow parcel
The 150-foot-wide lot can't fit a working fire station with standard 20-foot side setbacks, so the commission granted relief down to about 4.4 feet on the east side — still leaving nearly 30 feet between the building and neighboring homes.
Neighborhood Beautification Grants
A Citrus Heights police officer will discuss how residents can help maintain property standards and keep neighborhoods clean and safe. Neighbors can submit specific questions ahead of time to get direct answers.
School Liaison Coordination for Area 1 Schools
The association is coordinating with local schools serving Neighborhood Area 1—Lichen, Grand Oaks, and Mesa—through PTA representatives.
Water Board Election
San Juan Water Board candidates recently went head-to-head at a neighborhood forum to debate water rights, regional relations, and potential district mergers. If you pay a water bill or care about local control over your tap, this under-the-radar race directly impacts you.
Opposition to AB 626 Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKO)
The council voted to oppose state legislation that would permit home-based restaurants in residential neighborhoods, citing concerns over food safety, fire hazards, and neighborhood nuisance issues.