TGI Lincoln Project Timeline
A factual timeline based on public records, sworn testimony, and documented communications. Each entry includes supporting source material — click View Source Document to review in-browser.
Regional Context: TGI Roseville Proposal
A proposed homeless medical respite project is presented and a letter of support is requested from Roseville City Council. The Council heard from TGI supporters and many neighbors opposed to the project for being too big and the wrong location.
- Local support was a key factor in advancing similar projects
- Roseville City Council voted not to give a letter of support to TGI for the 30-bed facility
- Highlights the common role of local jurisdiction input in project approval
Councilmember Holly Andreatta Meets with TGI CEO
Councilmember Andreatta agrees to meet with TGI CEO Keith Diederich to "catch up." The 600-bed Campus of Hope project was not moving forward due to lack of local leader support.
- Sworn testimony confirms the conversation was general in nature
- No site, funding application, or defined project was presented
- The discussion references a potential idea, not an active project
State Grant Awarded — $6.4 Million
State grant awarded to TGI by California Dept of Social Services as part of Community Care Expansion (CCE) Program.
- CDSS publishes a Press Release on June 23, 2023: "California Awards $153 Million in New Housing Grants to Help Older Adults and Adults with Disabilities"
- Fox 40 News reports TGI is awarded approx. $6.4 million to acquire and renovate a property in Lincoln
- No confirmed Lincoln location had been publicly identified at that time
Gladding Ridge Announces Closure
Gladding Ridge Assisted Living shares news of the upcoming closure to the Lincoln facility via Facebook, thanking them for more than a decade of service to Lincoln seniors.
- No specific reason for closure or future plans given at this time
- The building would later be purchased by TGI
Supervisor Landon Notified by TGI
County Supervisor Landon is notified about the proposed homeless facility in Lincoln by TGI and they invite her to attend a "communication outreach strategy meeting."
- Gladding Ridge had officially closed with no residents or employees remaining
- Later confirmed when Supervisor Landon shares video "laying it all out"
- This begins a months-long series of behind-the-scenes coordination
Messaging Coordination & Delayed Disclosure
Email communications document back-and-forth discussions regarding messaging and project details. Feedback is provided on public-facing materials and how the project should be communicated.
- Robert Weygandt agrees with Supervisor Landon's wording recommendations
- Communications include discussions of delaying public disclosure until after escrow closes
- Note: facility was closed in March — all residents & employees were gone by this time
- Some correspondence occurs outside official government email systems
Supervisor Landon Receives Escrow Status Update
TGI informs Supervisor Landon that escrow is expected to close July 31, 2024, and that they will hone their message points and begin community outreach in August.
Spokesperson Invitation & Behind-the-Scenes Role
TGI invites Supervisor Landon to be a Spokesperson for the project and thanks all involved for their "invaluable contributions as advisors."
- Supervisor Landon replies: "I would like to be informed/provided with any helpful info so once it goes live, I'll have all of the relevant info needed"
- Another email states she will be helpful "behind the scenes" and stay well-informed
- Also explained in Facebook video shared by Supervisor Landon May 25, 2025
Confidential Details Sent to Supervisor Landon
Supervisor Landon acknowledges with TGI she will remain confidential about the project until given "the green light."
- Email communications document TGI providing all specific details about the proposed facility
- A program fact sheet and infographic are sent — to her personal email — to be kept confidential
Escrow Closes — 1660 Third Street Purchased
A specific property in Lincoln is purchased for the project at 1660 Third Street (the former Gladding Ridge Assisted Living Facility). City officials are notified after escrow is completed.
- This is the first point a specific location is publicly established
- Mr. Harmon's business address is located in the same building as TGI headquarters
TGI Meets with Lincoln City Officials
Recorded meeting at City Hall between TGI and city officials. Keith Diederich explains why he didn't inform the City of Lincoln.
- Diederich states he kept it confidential "because the seller wanted to sell the building"
- Councilmember Andreatta asks why Supervisor Landon was informed if it was to remain confidential
- Diederich says Landon is someone "he trusts and seeks advice from"
City of Lincoln Publishes Press Release
In the Press Release, Mayor Karleskint states: "The complete disregard for transparency and the failure to involve the City of Lincoln and its residents in discussions about this significantly impactful project is unacceptable."
Concerns are also expressed about proximity to schools.
Supervisor Landon Makes Public Statement
Supervisor Landon issues a Public Statement and exchanges emails with city council members. Facebook comments also address her involvement.
- The Public Statement and emails to city council contradict the chain of events documented in this timeline
- Emails between Landon and Councilmember Andreatta reveal inconsistencies
- Facebook comments also reveal inconsistencies when compared to previous records
Lincoln City Council Votes to Pursue Litigation
TGI refused to provide the City of Lincoln with important documents related to the grant utilized to purchase the property, after previously agreeing to do so. The City Council voted to pursue litigation to obtain them.
Supervisor Landon Continues Communicating with Residents
Supervisor Landon continues to communicate with residents who are upset about the facility and her involvement. The communications continue to reveal inconsistencies when compared to previous records.
Judge Rules on CDSS & TGI Demurrers
A judge issues rulings on the Demurrers filed by CDSS and TGI in response to the City of Lincoln's litigation. The legal process continues as the City pursues access to grant documents.