Council approved sustainable groundwater management fees that apply to 157 private-well parcels and roughly 174.4 irrigated acres, with a base parcel charge of about $35.59 and an additional $10 per irrigated acre; projected private-parcel revenue ~ $7,300 and the city's water utility share ~ $26,500.

CalWaste presented its annual service update to the Galt City Council, said contract formula and state requirements drove a near‑5% cap on commercial rates and roughly a 4.5% residential rise (about $2.50 for the common 64‑gallon cart), and reviewed outreach and route‑audit plans.

Council voted 5–0 to support the county staff recommendation to reconstitute the Continuum of Care (CoC) governance structure so a reformed CoC board would include at least 51% elected officials and report more directly to jurisdictions; councilmembers pressed for representation safeguards for smaller cities.

Council members explore collaboration with Child Action to enhance childcare programs and funding.

Council delays Fairway Oaks map approval to resolve utility and easement concerns.

Council discusses the 1.9% property tax cap and bond details for Liberty Ranch development.

City implements changes to ADU permit requirements and multifamily lot regulations following bills.