Vice Mayor (District 1)· 2024-12-11 - 2028-12-01
Darren Suen
Elk Grove
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 18
- Total speaking time
- 2:16:35
- Avg per meeting
- 7:35
- Segments
- 1985
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Top issues during term (16)(General)
Flock/Axon license plate camera contracts
One commenter cited a potential $2,500-per-search penalty exposure that could theoretically reach billions if litigated.
City property negotiations with Teen Center USA
Unknown — the sale or lease price and terms are still being negotiated.
9392 West Stockton Boulevard Land Purchase
Adds $959,000 to the FY 2026-27 budget.
Historic Main Street Special Planning Area update
Update funded within the Community Development Department's existing budget.
Old Town Streetscape Phase 2 construction
The construction contract is about $8.2 million, with up to $1.2 million in possible change orders.
Moderate-income homebuyer assistance
About $400,000 in PLHA funds initially, plus Measure E as needed — a revolving loan fund.
Siting of a permanent homeless shelter
Survey Road is expected to be the cheapest site to buy and build, funded mostly by Measure E plus about $4 million in state homeless funds.
vandalism of surveillance cameras
Taxpayers could foot repair or replacement costs, and any policy review could shift how the city spends on surveillance tech.
SB 802 and regional homelessness governance
The bill could affect how millions in regional homelessness and housing funding flow; Elk Grove insists its own funds stay local.
Indigenous Peoples' Day recognition
This is mostly a calendar change, so don’t expect a big budget hit—if anything, it’s a low-cost symbolic move.
immigration enforcement policy
There's no clear dollar figure in the source, so the direct budget impact is unclear—but any new policy or training could carry staff-time and administrative costs.
State of the City address
The speech itself costs little and changes no budget, but it’s a clue to where Elk Grove may spend and prioritize money next.
city hall flag policy
This likely won’t affect your tax bill much—think flag and installation costs, not a new program.
building code adoption
Expect possible higher upfront construction costs — and potentially higher home prices — but also lower energy bills and repair costs over time.
tribal relations / flag raising ceremony
This is mostly symbolic—expect minimal costs for the flag and ceremony, but it could lead to bigger partnerships down the line.
local politician congressional campaign
Taxpayers could face special election costs if Vang leaves her council seat early, while campaign spending itself is not a city expense.
Decisions during term (10)
Recorded while Suen was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Receive the Monthly Disbursement Summary and AP Check Register Listing for August 1, 2026, through August 31, 2026, showing Automatic Clearing House Nos. 25225 through 25332; General Warrant Nos. 154076 through 154447; and Electronic Fund…
Receive the Monthly Disbursement Summary and AP Check Register Listing for June 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026, showing Automatic Clearing House Nos. 24980 through 25087; General Warrant Nos. 153109 through 153542; and Electronic Fund…
Adopt Ordinance No. 06-2026 finding no further environmental review is required for the 10132 Sheldon Road Rezone and Map Project pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan, or…
Receive the Monthly Disbursement Summary and AP Check Register Listing for May 1, 2026, through May 31, 2026, showing Automatic Clearing House Nos. 24877 through 24979; General Warrant Nos.152698 through 153108; and Electronic Fund…
Receive the Monthly Disbursement Summary and AP Check Register Listing for April 1, 2026, through April 30, 2026, showing Automatic Clearing House Nos. 24757 through 24876; General Warrant Nos.152285 through 152697; and Electronic Fund…
Adopt resolutions: 1) calling the November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election to elect the Mayor at-large, and Council Members by-district for Districts 2 and 4, and requesting the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors to consolidate the…
Receive the Monthly Disbursement Summary and AP Check Register Listing for January 1, 2026, through January 31, 2026, showing Automatic Clearing House Nos. 24444 through 24542; General Warrant Nos.151228 through 151580; and Electronic Fund…
Adopt resolution finding no further environmental review is necessary pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 (Subsequent EIRs and Negative Declarations) and Section 15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan,…
Adopt Ordinance No. 03-2026 finding no further environmental review is necessary under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan, or Zoning) of Title…
Receive the Monthly Disbursement Summary and AP Check Register Listing for December 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025, showing Automatic Clearing House Nos. 24303 through 24443; General Warrant Nos. 150775 through 151227; and Electronic…
Voting record (1)(General)
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