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Fort BraggCA averageUS Census ACS
Population
7,001
Per-capita income
$32,971
Median home value
$481,200
Bachelor's or higher
26%
Typical home value $544,716 +0.5% yr/yr · -14.4% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2003–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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👤 Members & officials (33)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council
Who’s on the Finance and Administration Committee
Who’s on the Planning Commission
Who’s on the Special City Council
Who’s on the Visit Fort Bragg
🗳️ Election results (2 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council 2024-11-05
Lindy Peters ✓ 1,354 · Scott Hockett ✓ 1,110 · Ryan Bushnell 888 · Bethany Brewer 759 · Mel Salazar 623
City Council 2022-11-08
Lindy Peters ✓ 1,430 · Jason Godeke ✓ 1,421 · Marcia Rafanan ✓ 874 · Michelle Roberts ✓ 652 · Blanca E. Pena 578 · Mary Rose Kaczorowski 428
🗳️ Ballot measures (3)
Propositions decided directly by voters.
Measure T
2024-11-05 · Passed — 1,876 yes / 869 no
Measure U
2024-11-05 · Passed — 2,167 yes / 492 no
Measure H Sales
2018-11-06 · Failed — 1,106 yes / 1,174 no

Recent meetings

Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Community Meetings

Parks and Recreation Ad Hoc Committee meeting cancelled

The Parks and Recreation Ad Hoc Committee meeting scheduled for October 28, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 16, 2026.

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Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference
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Community Meetings City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference 4:00 PM Wednesday, October 28, 2026 Parks and Recreation Ad Hoc Committee MEETING CANCELLED PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the regular meeting of the Park and Recreation Committee scheduled for Wednesday, October 28th, 2026, at 4:00 PM is hereby CANCELLED. The next regular meeting of the Park and Recreation Committee will be held on Wednesday December 16th, 2026 at 4:00 PM. State of California ) ) ss County of Mendocino ) I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am employed by the City of Fort Bragg and that I caused this agenda to be posted in the City Hall notice case on October 20th, 2026 ____________________________________________ Anna Leach Recreation Coordinator, Parks & Recreation Department Page 1 City of Fort Bragg Printed on 10/20/2026
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Planning Commission

Fort Bragg Planning Commission meeting cancelled

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 28, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 11, 2026.

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Town Hall, 363 N.Main Street and Via Video Conference
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Planning Commission City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N.Main Street and Via Video Conference 6:00 PM Wednesday, October 28, 2026 MEETING CANCELLED PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. is hereby CANCELLED. The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission will be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. State of California ) ) ss County of Mendocino ) I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am employed by the City of Fort Bragg, and that I caused this agenda to be posted in the City Hall notice case October 23, 2026. __________________________________________ Emily Reno Administrative Assistant, Public Works Page 1 City of Fort Bragg Printed on 10/23/2026
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Fort Bragg Council to discuss Coastal Trail e-bike rules and housing updates

The City Council will hold a public hearing on updating park ordinances regarding e-bikes and other devices on the Coastal Trail. Members will also discuss the 2027-2035 Housing Element Update and interview applicants for the Noyo Harbor Commission.

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Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference
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City Council City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 THE FORT BRAGG CITY COUNCIL MEETS CONCURRENTLY AS THE FORT BRAGG MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 AND THE FORT BRAGG REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference 6:00 PM Monday, October 26, 2026 CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL COUNCILMEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Councilmembers are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Oct 26, 2026 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: City Council Meeting Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82781155047 Or Telephone: 1 669 444 9171 US Webinar ID: 827 8115 5047 To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature (*6 mute/unmute; *9 raise hand) when the Mayor or Acting Mayor calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. CLO …
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Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 3:00 PM

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to discuss school traffic and police traffic surveys

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss traffic concerns specifically related to schools. The committee will also review traffic surveys conducted by the Fort Bragg Police Department.

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Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference
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Public Safety Committee City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference 3:00 PM Wednesday, October 21, 2026 MEETING CALLED TO ORDER ROLL CALL COMMITTEE MEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Committee Members are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Oct 21, 2026 03:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: Public Safety Committee Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86889281907 And Telephone (*6 mute/unmute, *9 raise hand) +1 669 444 9171 US Webinar ID: 868 8928 1907 To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature when the Chair or Acting Chair calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. Written public comments may be submitted to sremington@fortbraggca.gov. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve Minutes of the Public Safety Committee Mee …
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Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider design review for 310 N. Franklin St.

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a design review for property modifications. The body will also review minutes from the September 9, 2026, meeting.

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Town Hall, 363 N.Main Street and Via Video Conference
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Planning Commission City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N.Main Street and Via Video Conference 6:00 PM Wednesday, October 14, 2026 MEETING CALLED TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL PLANNING COMMISSIONERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Planning Commissioners are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar! When: Oct 14, 2026 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: Planning Commission Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81952829597 Phone one-tap: +16694449171 Join via audio: +1 669 444 9171 US To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature (*6 mute/unmute; *9 raise hand) when the Chair or Acting Chair calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. Page 1 City of Fort Bragg Printed on 10/8/2026 October 14, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Agenda 1. PUBLIC COMMENT …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
4 yea
Jary Stavely yea · David Jensen yea · Katie Turner yea · Richard Neils yea
26-454 — adopted
4 yea
Jary Stavely yea · David Jensen yea · Katie Turner yea · Richard Neils yea
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Committee to review partnership for local business technical assistance

The Finance and Administration Committee will review a report regarding a potential reciprocity partnership with the State of California. The committee will provide a recommendation to the City Council on whether to work with the Norcal APEX Accelerator to assist local businesses.

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Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street
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Finance and Administration Committee City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street 4:00 PM Wednesday, October 14, 2026 MEETING CALLED TO ORDER ROLL CALL COMMITTEE MEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Committee Members are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Oct 14, 2026 04:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: Finance and Administration Committee Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88477511908 And Telephone (*6mute/unmute, *9 raise hand) +1 669 444 9171 US Webinar ID: 884 7751 1908 To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature when the Chair or Acting Chair calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. Written public comments may be submitted to cityclerk@fortbraggca.gov. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS 3. CONDUCT O …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to hold public hearing on e-bike and drone use on Coastal Trail

The City Council will discuss updates to the municipal code regarding mobile vending, accessory dwelling units, and tiny homes. The body is also considering emergency repairs for the Noyo River raw water crossing and funding for school district turf equipment.

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Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference
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City Council City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 THE FORT BRAGG CITY COUNCIL MEETS CONCURRENTLY AS THE FORT BRAGG MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 AND THE FORT BRAGG REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference 6:00 PM Tuesday, October 13, 2026 CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL COUNCILMEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Councilmembers are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar When: Oct 13, 2026 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: City Council Meeting Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85296411977 Or Telephone: 1 669 444 9171 US Webinar ID: 852 9641 1977 To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature (*6 mute/unmute; *9 raise hand) when the Mayor or Acting Mayor calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. CLO …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — adopted
5 yea
Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters yea · Scott Hockett yea
26-443 — continued
5 yea
Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters yea · Scott Hockett yea
26-445 — adopted
5 yea
Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters yea · Scott Hockett yea
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 3:30 PM

Visit Fort Bragg

Visit Fort Bragg Committee meeting cancelled

The regular meeting of the Visit Fort Bragg Committee scheduled for October 13, 2026, has been cancelled.

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Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference
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Visit Fort Bragg City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference 3:30 PM Tuesday, October 13, 2026 MEETING CANCELLED PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the regular meeting of the Visit Fort Bragg Committee scheduled for Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 3:30 PM is hereby CANCELLED. State of California ) ) ss County of Mendocino ) I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am employed by the City of Fort Bragg and that I caused this agenda to be posted in the City Hall notice case on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. ____________________________________ Dorothy Jess City Clerk/HR Analyst Page 1 City of Fort Bragg Printed on 10/7/2026
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 3:00 PM

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to review proposed noise ordinance updates

The Public Safety Committee will meet to review proposed updates to the Municipal Code Noise Ordinance. The meeting includes a review of a staff report and draft ordinance text.

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Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street
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Public Safety Committee City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street 3:00 PM Thursday, October 8, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING MEETING CALLED TO ORDER ROLL CALL COMMITTEE MEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Committee Members are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Oct 8, 2026 03:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: Special Public Safety Committee Meeting Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85497517309 And Telephone (*6 mute/unmute, *9 raise hand) +1 669 444 9171 US Webinar ID: 854 9751 7309 To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature when the Chair or Acting Chair calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. Written public comments may be submitted to sremington@fortbraggca.gov. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS 3. COND …
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Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Public Works and Facilities Committee

Public Works and Facilities Committee to receive departmental project updates

The committee will meet to approve previous minutes and receive an oral report from the Director regarding departmental activities and project updates.

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Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street
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Public Works and Facilities Committee City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street 4:00 PM Thursday, October 8, 2026 MEETING CALLED TO ORDER ROLL CALL COMMITTEE MEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Committee Members are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar! When: Oct 8, 2026 04:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: Public Works and Facilities Committee Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82451282590 Phone one-tap: +16694449171,,82451282590# US To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature when the Chair or Acting Chair calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. Written public comments may be submitted to ereno@fortbraggca.gov. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve Minutes of September 10, 2026 26-408 A. PFW 09102026 Attachments: 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON- …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Community Development Committee

Fort Bragg committee to receive report on at-risk housing

The Fort Bragg Community Development Committee meets Monday, October 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM in Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street, in person and via Zoom. The main business item is a report on at-risk housing (item 26-444), with attachments including an affected-public-entities factsheet and a qualified-entities form. The committee will also consider approving minutes from its September 11, 2026 special meeting and take public comment on non-agenda items. No decisions on rezonings, contracts, or fees appear on this agenda.

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Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street
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Community Development Committee City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street 4:00 PM Monday, October 5, 2026 MEETING CALLED TO ORDER ROLL CALL COMMITTEE MEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Committee Members are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar! When: Oct 5, 2026 04:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: Community Development Committee Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86714412485 Phone one-tap: +16694449171 Join via audio: +1 669 444 9171 US Webinar ID: 867 1441 2485 To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature when the Chair or Acting Chair calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. Written public comments may be submitted to the Community Development Department at cdd@fortbraggca.gov. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1A. 26-435 Approve the Minutes fr …
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Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Fort Bragg council to vote on 11 ordinances rewriting zoning, housing, cannabis and short-term rental rules

The Fort Bragg City Council meets Monday, September 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM at Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street, and by Zoom. Most of the agenda is a consent calendar of 11 ordinances amending the Coastal Land Use and Development Code and Inland Land Use and Development Code, covering formula businesses, cannabis cultivation and retail, short-term rentals, animal keeping, telecommunications facilities, density bonuses and inclusionary housing, signs, landscaping, and economic-development zoning changes. A continued public hearing will take up amendments to the Inland General Plan for Regional Housing Needs Assessment requirements for the 2027 Housing Element cycle. The council will also consider a $114,619 cannabis tax grant and a Cisco cybersecurity agreement not to exceed $95,455.40.

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Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference
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City Council City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 THE FORT BRAGG CITY COUNCIL MEETS CONCURRENTLY AS THE FORT BRAGG MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 AND THE FORT BRAGG REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference 6:00 PM Monday, September 28, 2026 CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL COUNCILMEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Councilmembers are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Sep 28, 2026 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: City Council Meeting Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81283507476 Or Telephone: 1 669 444 9171 US Webinar ID: 812 8350 7476 To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature (*6 mute/unmute; *9 raise hand) when the Mayor or Acting Mayor calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. C …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — adopted
5 yea
Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters yea · Scott Hockett yea
26-423 — approved
5 yea
Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters yea · Scott Hockett yea
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 4:30 PM

Special City Council

Fort Bragg council holds special closed session on four legal matters, including two railway lawsuits

The Fort Bragg City Council meets in a special closed session on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 4:30 PM at Town Hall, 363 N Main Street, and via Zoom. The only substantive business is four closed-session conferences with legal counsel: two anticipated-litigation items (one unspecified case and the claim of John Naulty) and two existing cases involving Mendocino Railway and Sierra Northern Railway. No open-session decisions, ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed; the agenda is otherwise procedural and ends with adjournment.

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Special City Council City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 THE FORT BRAGG CITY COUNCIL MEETS CONCURRENTLY AS THE FORT BRAGG MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 AND THE FORT BRAGG REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY Town Hall, 363 N Main Street and Via Video Conference 4:30 PM Monday, September 28, 2026 SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL COUNCILMEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Councilmembers are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Sep 28, 2026 04:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: Special Closed Session City Council Meeting Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82395248564 Or Telephone: 1 669 444 9171 US Webinar ID: 823 9524 8564 To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature (*6 mute/unmute; *9 raise hand) when the Mayor or Acting Mayor calls for public comment on …
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Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Community Meetings

Fort Bragg Parks and Recreation Committee meeting cancelled

The Parks and Recreation Ad Hoc Committee's regular meeting scheduled for September 23, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for October 28, 2026. This agenda contains only the cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

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Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference
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Community Meetings City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference 4:00 PM Wednesday, September 23, 2026 Parks and Recreation Ad Hoc Committee MEETING CANCELLED PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the regular meeting of the Park and Recreation Committee scheduled for Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM is hereby CANCELLED. The next regular meeting of the Park and Recreation Committee will be held on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) )ss. COUNTY OF MENDOCINO ) I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am employed by the City of Fort Bragg and that I caused this agenda to be posted in the City Hall notice case on September 21, 2026. _______________________________________________ Anna Leach Parks and Recreation Coordinator Page 1 City of Fort Bragg Printed on 9/21/2026
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Planning Commission

Fort Bragg Planning Commission September meeting cancelled

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 23, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for October 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The agenda contains no other business items.

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Town Hall, 363 N.Main Street and Via Video Conference
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Planning Commission City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N.Main Street and Via Video Conference 6:00 PM Wednesday, September 23, 2026 MEETING CANCELLED PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. is hereby CANCELLED. The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission will be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. State of California ) ) ss County of Mendocino ) I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am employed by the City of Fort Bragg and that I caused this agenda to be posted in the City Hall notice case on Friday, September 18, 2026. ____________________________________________ Dorothy Jess, City Clerk/HR Analyst Page 1 City of Fort Bragg Printed on 9/18/2026
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 15:00

Public Safety Committee

Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee meeting cancelled

The regular Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for September 16, 2026, at 3:00 PM has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM. This agenda contains only the cancellation notice and no substantive items.

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Public Safety Committee City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street 15:00 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 MEETING CANCELLED PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the regular meeting of the Public Safety Committee scheduled for Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 3:00 PM is hereby CANCELLED. The next regular meeting of the Public Safety Committee will be held on Wednesday, October 21, 20206 at 3:00 PM. State of California ) ) ss County of Mendocino ) I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am employed by the City of Fort Bragg and that I caused this agenda to be posted in the City Hall notice case on Friday, September 11, 2026. ____________________________________ Stephanie Remington Administrative Assistant Page 1 City of Fort Bragg Printed on 9/11/2026
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:00

Community Meetings

Prop 47 committee reviews goals, housing, staffing

The Prop 47 Local Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from June, hear public comments, and discuss its goals, transitional housing updates, deliverables, staffing, and the December meeting schedule. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no final decisions listed.

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Community Meetings City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N.Main Street 18:00 Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Prop 47 Local Advisory Committee MEETING CALLED TO ORDER ROLL CALL COMMITTEE MEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Committee Members are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve Minutes from Prop 47 Local Advisory Meeting on June 17, 2026 26-398 1A. LAC MINS 061726 Att 1 - LAC Bylaws Attachments: 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS 3. CONDUCT OF BUSINESS Discussion on Local Advisory Committee Goals 26-399 3A. Discussion and Update on Transitional Housing 26-400 3B. Discussion and Update on Deliverables 26-401 3C. Discussion and Update on Staffing 26-402 3D. Discussion and Review of December Meeting Schedule and Agenda Items 26-403 3E. 4. MATTERS FROM COMMITTEE / STAFF ADJOURNMENT Page 1 City of Fort Bragg Printed on 9/11/2026 September 15, 2026 Community Meetings Meeting Agenda STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) )ss. COUNTY OF MENDOCINO ) I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am employed by the Ci …
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider housing element amendments and ADU/tiny home code changes

The Fort Bragg City Council will hold two public hearings: one on adopting coastal land use code amendments requested by the California Coastal Commission for ADU and tiny home ordinances, and another on amending the General Plan and zoning codes to meet Regional Housing Needs Assessment requirements for the 2027 Housing Element cycle. The council will also consider consent items including a budget amendment, a license agreement for Veterans Memorial Hall, and several proclamations.

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✓ Decided: Council approves mobile vending rules and housing code amendments

The City Council approved amendments to the city's ADU, tiny home, and mobile vending ordinances. They also reaffirmed opposition to offshore drilling and mineral mining, and adopted the 2026 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The council held public hearings regarding housing requirements and coastal land use.

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City Council City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 THE FORT BRAGG CITY COUNCIL MEETS CONCURRENTLY AS THE FORT BRAGG MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 AND THE FORT BRAGG REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference 6:00 PM Monday, September 14, 2026 CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL COUNCILMEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Councilmembers are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Sep 14, 2026 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: City Council Meeting Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83505788900 Or Telephone: 1 669 444 9171 US (*6 mute/unmute; *9 raise hand) Webinar ID: 835 0578 8900 To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature when the Mayor or Acting Mayor calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. CL …
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416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 City of Fort Bragg Meeting Minutes City Council THE FORT BRAGG CITY COUNCIL MEETS CONCURRENTLY AS THE FORT BRAGG MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 AND THE FORT BRAGG REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY 6:00 PM Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference Monday, September 14, 2026 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Godeke called the meeting to order at 6:02 PM PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Mayor Jason Godeke, Vice Mayor Marcia Rafanan, Councilmember Tess Albin-Smith and Councilmember Scott Hockett Present: 4 - Councilmember Lindy Peters Absent: 1 - CLOSED SESSION REPORT Mayor Godeke reported that no reportable action was taken on the Closed Session Items. AGENDA REVIEW Mayor Godeke reported 8A will be heard before 7A. 1. MAYOR’S RECOGNITIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1A. 26-375 Presentation of Proclamation Recognizing September 15th - October 15th as Hispanic Heritage Month Mayor Godeke read and presented the Proclamation Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month to Cristal Munoz who shared the upcoming event Fiesta Latina on September 26, 2026. 1B. 26-388 Presentation of Proclamation Recognizing Human Resources "HR" Appreciation Day on September 26, 2026 Councilmember Albin-Smith read and presented Proclamation Recognizing Human Resources Appreciation Day to HR Manager Juli Mortensen, Administrative Analyst Lesley Bryant and City Clerk & HR Analyst Dorothy Jess. 1C. 26-387 Presentation of Proclama …
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🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hockett, seconded by Vice Mayor Rafanan, to approve the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
4 yea
Godeke yea · Vice Mayor Rafanan yea · Albin-Smith yea · Hockett yea
A motion was made by Councilmember Albin-Smith, seconded by Vice Mayor Rafanan, that the Opposition to Offshore Drilling Letter as amended to NOAA and Attorney General be approved. The motion carried…
4 yea
Godeke yea · Vice Mayor Rafanan yea · Albin-Smith yea · Hockett yea
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Rafanan, seconded by Councilmember Hockett, that the Resolution as amended be adopted and Ordinance 1033-2026 as amended be Introduced. The motion carried by the…
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Godeke yea · Vice Mayor Rafanan yea · Albin-Smith yea · Hockett yea
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Rafanan, seconded by Councilmember Hockett, to introduce Ordinance 1034-2026 as amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
4 yea
Godeke yea · Vice Mayor Rafanan yea · Albin-Smith yea · Hockett yea
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Rafanan, seconded by Councilmember Hockett, to introduce Ordinance 1035-2026. The motion carried by the following vote:
4 yea
Godeke yea · Vice Mayor Rafanan yea · Albin-Smith yea · Hockett yea
A motion was made by Mayor Godeke, seconded by Vice Mayor Rafanan, that Resolution 5062-2026 be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
4 yea
Godeke yea · Vice Mayor Rafanan yea · Albin-Smith yea · Hockett yea
A motion was made by Councilmember Hockett, seconded by Councilmember Albin-Smith, that the Resolution be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
4 yea
Godeke yea · Vice Mayor Rafanan yea · Albin-Smith yea · Hockett yea
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
4 yea · 1 absent
Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters absent · Scott Hockett yea
26-364 — adopted
4 yea · 1 absent
Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters absent · Scott Hockett yea
26-372 — adopted as amended
4 yea · 1 absent
Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters absent · Scott Hockett yea
26-379 — accepted
12 yea · 3 absent
Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters absent · Scott Hockett yea · Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters absent · Scott Hockett yea · Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters absent · Scott Hockett yea
26-386 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters absent · Scott Hockett yea
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 4:30 PM

Special City Council

Council to hold closed session on two railway lawsuits

The Fort Bragg City Council is meeting in a special closed session to confer with legal counsel on two existing lawsuits involving railways. No public action or discussion is expected, as the agenda is limited to closed-session items and public comments. The meeting is procedural and offers no open-session decisions.

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✓ Decided: Fort Bragg City Council held a special closed session on litigation

The Fort Bragg City Council met in a special closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation involving Sierra Northern Railway and Mendocino Railway. No reportable action was taken during the closed session, and the meeting was adjourned.

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Special City Council City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 THE FORT BRAGG CITY COUNCIL MEETS CONCURRENTLY AS THE FORT BRAGG MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 AND THE FORT BRAGG REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY Town Hall, 363 N Main Street and Via Video Conference 4:30 PM Monday, September 14, 2026 SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL COUNCILMEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Councilmembers are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Sep 14, 2026 04:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: Special Closed Session City Council Meeting Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86500986499 Or Telephone:1 669 444 9171 US (*6 mute/unmute; *9 raise hand) Webinar ID: 865 0098 6499 To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature when the Mayor or Acting Mayor calls for public comment on t …
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416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 City of Fort Bragg Meeting Minutes Special City Council THE FORT BRAGG CITY COUNCIL MEETS CONCURRENTLY AS THE FORT BRAGG MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 AND THE FORT BRAGG REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY 4:30 PM Town Hall, 363 N Main Street and Via Video Conference Monday, September 14, 2026 SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION CALL TO ORDER Mayor Godeke called the meeting to order at 4:32 PM. ROLL CALL Mayor Jason Godeke, Vice Mayor Marcia Rafanan, Councilmember Tess Albin-Smith and Councilmember Scott Hockett Present: 4 - Councilmember Lindy Peters Absent: 1 - 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS None. 2. CLOSED SESSION Mayor Godeke recessed the meeting at 4:32 PM; the meeting reconvened to closed session at 4:38 PM. 2A 26-394 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION, Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (d) of Gov. Code Section 54956.9; Name of Case: SIERRA NORTHERN RAILWAY and MENDOCINO RAILWAY v. CITY OF FORT BRAGG, United States District Court Case No. 4:24-cv-04810-JST 2B 26-395 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION, Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (d) of Gov. Code Section 54956.9; Name of Case: CITY OF FORT BRAGG v. MENDOCINO RAILWAY, Case No.: 21CV00850, Superior Court of Mendocino County, State of California Mayor Godeke reconvened the meeting to Open Session at 5:49 PM and reported that no reportable action was taken on the Closed Se …
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Fri Sep 11, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Community Development Committee

Committee to discuss e-bike and pedestrian conflicts on Coastal Trail

The Community Development Committee will review a staff report regarding perceived conflicts between pedestrians and e-bikes on the Coastal Trail. The committee will discuss possible solutions following the presentation of state law and the Preservation of Parks Ordinance.

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Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference
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Community Development Committee City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference 4:00 PM Friday, September 11, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING MEETING CALLED TO ORDER ROLL CALL COMMITTEE MEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Committee Members are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom Webinar! When: Sep 11, 2026 04:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: Special Community Development Meeting Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86592319965 Phone one-tap: +16694449171 Join via audio: +1 669 444 9171 US Webinar ID: 865 9231 9965 To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature when the Chair or Acting Chair calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. Written public comments may be submitted to Lisi Horstman at cdd@fortbraggca.gov. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1A. 2 …
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Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Public Works and Facilities Committee

Fort Bragg Public Works Committee to hear director's report, approve minutes

The Public Works and Facilities Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from August 13, 2026, and to hear a director's oral report on departmental activities and project updates. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

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Public Works and Facilities Committee City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street 4:00 PM Thursday, September 10, 2026 MEETING CALLED TO ORDER ROLL CALL COMMITTEE MEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Committee Members are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar! When: Sep 10, 2026 04:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: Public Works and Facilities Committee Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89783046878 Phone one-tap: +16694449171,,89783046878# US To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature when the Chair or Acting Chair calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. Written public comments may be submitted to ereno@fortbraggca.gov. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve Minutes of August 13, 2026 26-353 A. PWF 08132026 Attachments: 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON …
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Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Planning Commission

Commission to review new regulations for mobile vending in Central Business District

The Planning Commission will review a recommendation from the Community Development Committee regarding Ordinance No. 1024-2026. This item involves repealing and replacing specific sections of the Municipal Code related to mobile vending permits and insurance requirements.

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Planning Commission City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N.Main Street and Via Video Conference 6:00 PM Wednesday, September 9, 2026 MEETING CALLED TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL PLANNING COMMISSIONERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Planning Commissioners are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar! When: Sep 9, 2026 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: Planning Commission Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83042693496 Phone one-tap: +16694449171 Join via audio: +1 669 444 9171 US Webinar ID: 830 4269 3496 International numbers available: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kofsFrlYb To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature when the Chair or Acting Chair calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. Page 1 City of Fort Bragg Printed on 9/4/2026 Septembe …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-374 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Jary Stavely yea · David Jensen yea · Katie Turner yea · Richard Neils absent · Ryan Bushnell absent
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Fort Bragg finance committee meeting cancelled

The Finance and Administration Committee's regular meeting scheduled for September 9, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for October 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM. No items were discussed or decided.

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Finance and Administration Committee City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street 4:00 PM Wednesday, September 9, 2026 MEETING CANCELLED PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the regular meeting of the Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for Wednesday, September 09, 2026 at 4:00 PM is hereby CANCELLED. The next regular meeting of the Finance and Administration Committee will be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 4:00 PM. State of California ) ) ss County of Mendocino ) I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am employed by the City of Fort Bragg, and that I caused this agenda to be posted in the City Hall notice case on Wednesday, September 02, 2026. __________________________________________ Dorothy Jess, City Clerk/HR Analyst Page 1 City of Fort Bragg Printed on 9/2/2026
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 3:30 PM

Visit Fort Bragg

Visit Fort Bragg committee to discuss future, TOT revenue, and events

The Visit Fort Bragg Committee will hold a strategic discussion about the future of the organization, receive updates on the City of Fort Bragg's Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) revenue, and hear from The Idea Cooperative and the Special Events Subcommittee. The meeting also includes approval of the August 11, 2026 minutes and public comment periods.

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Visit Fort Bragg City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference 3:30 PM Tuesday, September 8, 2026 MEETING CALLED TO ORDER ROLL CALL COMMITTEE MEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Committee Members are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Sep 8, 2026 03:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: Visit Fort Bragg Committee Meeting Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86806519927 And Telephone: 1 669 444 9171 US (*6 mute/unmute, *9 raise hand) Webinar ID: 868 0651 9927 To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature when the Chair or Acting Chair calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. Written public comments may be submitted to [Insert name/email address/address here]. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve Minutes of Visit Fort Bra …
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Mon Sep 7, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Community Development Committee

September 7, 2026, Community Development Committee meeting is cancelled

The regular meeting of the Community Development Committee scheduled for September 7, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM.

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Community Development Committee City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street 4:00 PM Monday, September 7, 2026 MEETING CANCELLED PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the regular meeting of the Community Development Committee scheduled for Monday, September 09, 2026 at 4:00 PM is hereby CANCELLED. The next regular meeting of the Community Development Committee will be held on Monday, October 05, 2026 at 4:00 pm. State of California ) ) ss County of Mendocino ) I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am employed by the City of Fort Bragg in the Community Development Department and that I caused this agenda to be posted in the City Hall notice case on Friday, September 04, 2026. ________________________________________ Dorothy Jess, City Clerk/HR Analyst Page 1 City of Fort Bragg Printed on 9/4/2026
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Community Meetings

Parks and Recreation Committee meeting cancelled for Aug 26

The Parks and Recreation Ad Hoc Committee regular meeting scheduled for August 26, 2026, at 4:00 PM has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

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Community Meetings City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference 4:00 PM Wednesday, August 26, 2026 Parks and Recreation Ad Hoc Committee - MEETING CANCELLED PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Committee scheduled for August 26, 2026, at 4:00 PM is hereby CANCELLED. STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) )ss. COUNTY OF MENDOCINO ) I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am employed by the City of Fort Bragg and that I caused this agenda to be posted in the City Hall notice case on August 24, 2026. _______________________________________________ Diana Paoli, City Clerk Page 1 City of Fort Bragg Printed on 8/24/2026
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to recommend housing element zoning changes for 2027 cycle

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending that the City Council amend the Inland and Coastal General Plans and zoning codes to meet Regional Housing Needs Assessment requirements for the 2027 Housing Element cycle. The item includes CEQA exemptions and an addendum to the EIR. The commission will also approve minutes from the June 10, 2026 meeting and take public comments on non-agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends housing element plan changes to City Council

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted 4-0 to recommend that the City Council amend the Inland and Coastal General Plan and Zoning Codes to meet Regional Housing Needs Assessment requirements for the 2027 Housing Element cycle. The recommendation was adopted as Enactment No. 09-2026. The commission also approved the minutes of the June 10, 2026 meeting. No public comments were received on non-agenda or consent calendar items.

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Planning Commission City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N.Main Street and Via Video Conference 6:00 PM Wednesday, August 26, 2026 MEETING CALLED TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL PLANNING COMMISSIONERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Planning Commissioners are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar! When: Aug 26, 2026 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: Planning Commission Meeting Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351880008 Phone one-tap: +16694449171 Join via audio: +1 669 444 9171 US International numbers available: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kb6ClbjbPU To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature when the Chair or Acting Chair calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. Page 1 City of Fort Bragg Printed on 8/21/2026 August 26, 2026 Planning …
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416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 City of Fort Bragg Meeting Minutes - Final Planning Commission 6:00 PM Town Hall, 363 N.Main Street and Via Video Conference Wednesday, August 26, 2026 MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Chair Jensen called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM ROLL CALL Staff Present: Lisi Horstman, Administrative Assistant; Marie Jones, Consultant Commissioner Jary Stavely, Chair David Jensen, Commissioner Katie Turner, and Vice Chair Richard Neils Present 4 - Commissioner Ryan Bushnell Absent 1 - 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON: (1) NON-AGENDA & (2) CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS 1.) None 2.) None 2. STAFF COMMENTS Administrative Assistant Lisi Horstman presented matters from Staff. 3. MATTERS FROM COMMISSIONERS Chair Jensen thanked staff and the consultant for Pro Housing Designation. Commissioner Neils asked for an update on 1151 N Main and 860 Hazelwood Housing projects; Consultant Maire Jones provided an update. Commissioner Neils asked for clarification on the Bank of America. Commissioner Stavely announced two events: Friday, September 18, at the Caspar Community Center, League of Women Voters event. Also, a League of Women Voters event on October 1, 2026, at Town Hall. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR 4A. 26-351 Approve the Minutes of the June 10, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting Moved by Commissioner Stavely, seconded by Commissioner Turner, that this Minutes be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Commissioner …
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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Commissioner Stavely, seconded by Commissioner Turner, that this Minutes be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
4 yea
Stavely yea · Jensen yea · Turner yea · Neils yea
Resolution was recommended for approval to City Council
4 yea
Stavely yea · Jensen yea · Turner yea · Neils yea
26-309 — recommended for approval
4 yea · 1 absent
Jary Stavely yea · David Jensen yea · Katie Turner yea · Richard Neils yea · Ryan Bushnell absent
26-351 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Jary Stavely yea · David Jensen yea · Katie Turner yea · Richard Neils yea · Ryan Bushnell absent
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider cannabis, short-term rental, and other land-use code updates

The Fort Bragg City Council will hold public hearings on two major land-use code updates: one to align coastal regulations with inland rules for cannabis businesses, short-term rentals, formula businesses, and other topics, and another to implement economic development goals. The council will also consider consent items including a Blues Festival contract, an engineering services amendment, and a compensation plan for C.V. Starr employees. A report on the 2026 Wastewater Collection System Master Plan is scheduled for discussion.

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Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference
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City Council City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 THE FORT BRAGG CITY COUNCIL MEETS CONCURRENTLY AS THE FORT BRAGG MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 AND THE FORT BRAGG REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference 6:00 PM Monday, August 24, 2026 CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL COUNCILMEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Councilmembers are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Aug 24, 2026 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: City Council Meeting Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86396024359 Or Phone: 1 669 444 9171 US (*6 mute/unmute; *9 raise hand) Webinar ID: 863 9602 4359 To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature when the Mayor or Acting Mayor calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. CLOSED SE …
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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — adopted
5 yea
Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters yea · Scott Hockett yea
26-302 — accepted
5 yea
Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters yea · Scott Hockett yea
26-306 — introduced as amended
5 yea
Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters yea · Scott Hockett yea
26-307 — introduced
35 yea
Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters yea · Scott Hockett yea · Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters yea · Scott Hockett yea · Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters yea · Scott Hockett yea · Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters yea · Scott Hockett yea · Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters yea · Scott Hockett yea · Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters yea · Scott Hockett yea · Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters yea · Scott Hockett yea
26-306 — introduced
5 yea
Jason Godeke yea · Marcia Rafanan yea · Tess Albin-Smith yea · Lindy Peters yea · Scott Hockett yea
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Special City Council

Fort Bragg City Council to hold closed session on railway litigation and city attorney evaluation

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Fort Bragg City Council, which also convenes as the Municipal Improvement District No. 1 and the Redevelopment Successor Agency. The council will discuss existing litigation involving Sierra Northern Railway and Mendocino Railway, and conduct a performance evaluation for the City Attorney. No public action is expected, as the agenda consists solely of closed-session items.

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✓ Decided: No reportable actions taken during Special City Council closed session

The Fort Bragg City Council held a special closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation and to conduct a public employee performance evaluation. Mayor Godeke reported that no reportable action was taken on the closed session items.

Town Hall, 363 N Main Street and Via Video Conference
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Special City Council City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 THE FORT BRAGG CITY COUNCIL MEETS CONCURRENTLY AS THE FORT BRAGG MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 AND THE FORT BRAGG REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY Town Hall, 363 N Main Street and Via Video Conference 4:00 PM Monday, August 24, 2026 SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL COUNCILMEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Councilmembers are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Aug 24, 2026 04:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: Special Closed City Council Meeting Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87612573303 Or Telephone: 1 669 444 9171 US (*6 mute/unmute; *9 raise hand) Webinar ID: 876 1257 3303 To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature when the Mayor or Acting Mayor calls for public comment on the item yo …
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416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 City of Fort Bragg Meeting Minutes Special City Council THE FORT BRAGG CITY COUNCIL MEETS CONCURRENTLY AS THE FORT BRAGG MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 AND THE FORT BRAGG REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY 4:00 PM Town Hall, 363 N Main Street and Via Video Conference Monday, August 24, 2026 SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION CALL TO ORDER Mayor Godeke called the meeting to order at 4:03 PM. ROLL CALL Mayor Jason Godeke, Vice Mayor Marcia Rafanan, Councilmember Tess Albin-Smith and Councilmember Scott Hockett Present: 4 - Councilmember Lindy Peters Absent: 1 - 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS None. 2. CLOSED SESSION Mayor Godeke recessed the meeting at 4:03 PM; the meeting reconvened to closed session at 4:15 PM. Councilmember Peters arrived at 4:15 PM. 2A. 26-349 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION, Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (d) of Gov. Code Section 54956.9; Name of Case: SIERRA NORTHERN RAILWAY and MENDOCINO RAILWAY v. CITY OF FORT BRAGG, United States District Court Case No. 4:24-cv-04810-JST 2B. 26-348 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION, Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (d) of Gov. Code Section 54956.9; Name of Case: CITY OF FORT BRAGG v. MENDOCINO RAILWAY, Case No.: 21CV00850, Superior Court of Mendocino County, State of California 2C. 26-344 PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section 5 …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 15:00

Public Safety Committee

Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee to hear Care Response Unit update

The Public Safety Committee will meet to approve minutes from February 2026 and receive an oral update from Care Response Unit staff on their projects and activities. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference
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Public Safety Committee City of Fort Bragg Meeting Agenda 416 N Franklin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: (707) 961-2823 Fax: (707) 961-2802 Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street and Via Video Conference 3:00 PM Wednesday, August 19, 2026 MEETING CALLED TO ORDER ROLL CALL COMMITTEE MEMBERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Committee Members are reminded that pursuant to the Council policy regarding use of electronic devices during public meetings adopted on November 28, 2022, all cell phones are to be turned off and there shall be no electronic communications during the meeting. All e-communications such as texts or emails from members of the public received during a meeting are to be forwarded to the City Clerk after the meeting is adjourned. ZOOM WEBINAR INVITATION This meeting is being presented in a hybrid format, both in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Aug 19, 2026 03:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: Public Safety Committee Meeting Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84568941516 And Telephone (*6 mute/unmute, *9 raise hand) +1 669 444 9171 US Webinar ID: 845 6894 1516 To speak during public comment portions of the agenda via zoom, please join the meeting and use the raise hand feature when the Chair or Acting Chair calls for public comment on the item you wish to address. Written public comments may be submitted to sremington@fortbraggca.gov. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve Minutes of the Public Safety Commit …
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 124 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.

💰 Federal awards (top 7 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$356,470FORT BRAGG ELECTRIC, INC.
Department of the Interior · REPLACE PUMPS AND MOTORS AT MARIN HEADLANDS - NATIONAL PARK SERVICE -
$345,936FORT BRAGG ELECTRIC, INC.
Department of Health and Human Services · THE CONTRACTOR SHALL INSTALL A FINISH TANK AND BOOSTER STATION PUMPS A
$150,835FORT BRAGG ELECTRIC, INC.
Department of Health and Human Services · THE AWARDED CONTRACTOR MUST PROVIDE ALL LABOR, MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT, A
$103,966SUPERIOR PUMP & DRILLING, INC
Department of Health and Human Services · THE CONTRACTOR SHALL FURNISH ALL LABOR, EQUIPMENT, AND INCIDENTAL MATE
$46,980THOMPSONS PORTA SEPTIC SERVICE INC
Department of the Interior · POINT ARENA PORTABLE TOILET SERVICE 3 SITES BASE YEAR WITH 4 OPTION Y
$13,398NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ESEA STATE PROGRAM ADMIN
Department of the Interior · REGISTRATION FEES
$3,599FORT BRAGG ELECTRIC, INC.
Department of Homeland Security · WATER MAIN REPAIR AT STATION NOYO RIVER

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Mendocino County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2023)
Business establishments2,432 (23,356 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,601/mo (239 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy23.0% (low numeracy 32% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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1,970
Recorded votes
$30.4M
Annual budget
125
Employees on payroll

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$30.4M
Spending$29.8M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

The money — out

source: city procurement & payroll

Who the city actually cuts checks to.

125 employees on the public payroll — every position and salary is public record.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.423
All kids
0.399
Black kids
0.361

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Where it’s happening

geocoded land-use decisions
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Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.

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