Fort Bragg public meetings in 2021

Community Development Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Community Development Committee scheduled for December 28, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 25, 2022.

City Council

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg City Council scheduled for December 27, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 10, 2022.

Special City Council

The City Council is meeting to address several administrative updates, including the recruitment of a new City Manager. The agenda includes approving contracts for recruitment services and an interim manager offer. Additionally, the council will consider fee deferrals for certain businesses in the Central Business District.

• Contract with Peckham & McKenney for City Manager recruitment (up to $27,000)
• Employment offer for David Spaur as Interim City Manager
• Contract with KP Public Affairs for communication services (up to $120,000)
• Deferral of wastewater and water capital improvement fees for CBD restaurants and cafes
• Amendment to the SEIU Memorandum of Understanding

The Fort Bragg City Council approved the consent calendar with three items removed for discussion. Item 2A (Maddy Act Notice) was approved as amended to include Commissioner Jay Andreis's expiring term. Item 2H (Budget Amendment 2022-17) was approved 3-2. Item 2J (KP Public Affairs contract) was not acted on after the City Manager requested its removal.

• Approved consent calendar except items 2A, 2H, 2J (5-0)
• Approved Maddy Act Notice as amended to include Commissioner Andreis's term expiration (5-0)
• Approved Budget Amendment 2022-17 (3-2)
• No action taken on KP Public Affairs communications contract
• Adopted police salary survey resolution (RES 4490-2021)
• Adopted local emergency continuation resolution (RES 4491-2021)
• Adopted remote meetings resolution (RES 4492-2021)
• Adopted SEIU MOU amendment (RES 4493-2021)

Visit Fort Bragg

The regular meeting of the Visit Fort Bragg Committee scheduled for Thursday, December 16, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2021.

Public Safety Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee scheduled for December 15, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 19, 2022.

• No items scheduled due to meeting cancellation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding business and sign permits for the Baymont Inn & Suites. The agenda also includes approving minutes from September 2021 meetings and a resolution for remote telephonic meetings.

• Formula Business Use Permit 4-21 and Sign Permit 13-21 for Baymont Inn & Suites
• Approval of September 22, 2021, meeting minutes
• Approval of September 29, 2021, meeting minutes
• Resolution authorizing remote telephonic meetings during the state of emergency

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission approved a formula business use permit and sign permit for the Baymont Inn & Suites at 250 S. Main Street, with added conditions for the sign's materials and lighting. The commission also approved the consent calendar as amended, which included minutes from two prior meetings, and directed staff to keep a remote-meeting resolution on future agendas without acting on it.

• Approved Formula Business Use Permit 4-21 and Sign Permit 13-21 for Baymont Inn & Suites (5-0)
• Added special conditions for sign: wood background, complementary paint colors, and externally lit/downcast or channel lettering
• Approved consent calendar as amended, including minutes from Sept. 22 and Sept. 29, 2021 meetings (5-0)
• Directed staff to continue including remote-meeting resolution on consent calendar; no action taken on resolution

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an underground utility district for properties on Chestnut Street. The agenda also includes updates to commercial cannabis policy and several infrastructure contracts.

• Public hearing for an underground utility district on Chestnut Street
• Contract with R.E.Y. Engineers for 2022 Streets Rehab Project up to $175,000
• Bid award to Nor-Cal Pipeline Services for CIPP project up to $192,050
• Purchase of network security services and software for $45,850
• Application for a $177,952 grant for city parks and recreation facilities

The City Council approved the establishment of Underground District 6 for Chestnut Street between South Main Street and Ebbing Way, starting with Option 1 from Main Street to Harrison Street with a ten-year completion horizon. The council also approved several resolutions, including appointing Isaac Whippy as City Treasurer, authorizing a $175,000 engineering contract for the 2022 Streets Rehab Project, and awarding a $192,050 sewer pipe repair contract to Nor-Cal Pipeline Services. Additionally, the council directed staff to proceed with a commercial cannabis policy update that allows microbusinesses in the Central Business District with a Minor Use Permit.

• Approved Underground District 6 for Chestnut Street, starting with Option 1 (Main to Harrison) (5-0)
• Appointed Isaac Whippy as City Treasurer (5-0)
• Approved $175,000 engineering contract with R.E.Y. Engineers for 2022 Streets Rehab (5-0)
• Awarded $192,050 CIPP project to Nor-Cal Pipeline Services (5-0)
• Approved resolution to apply for $177,952 State Parks Per Capita Grant for park improvements (5-0)
• Approved $45,850 for network security consulting and software (5-0)
• Approved sending councilmembers to Yosemite policy conference and holiday package to Otsuchi (majority vote)
• Directed staff to proceed with cannabis ordinance allowing microbusinesses in Central Business District (majority vote)

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The committee will review minutes from the September 9, 2021 meeting. The Public Works Director is also scheduled to present an oral report on departmental updates and items of interest.

• Approval of September 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Oral report from the Public Works Director regarding departmental updates

The Public Works and Facilities Committee met on December 9, 2021, and approved the minutes from September 9, 2021. The meeting consisted of informational updates from staff on departmental projects and public comments; no substantive decisions or votes were taken on policy or funding items.

• Approved minutes of September 9, 2021 (2-0)

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review fiscal year 2020-21 year-end results and the Asset Forfeiture Fund report. The committee is also scheduled to discuss water and wastewater utility rate fees to provide direction to staff.

• Discussion on water/wastewater utility rate fees
• Review of FY 2020-21 Asset Forfeiture Fund Year-End Report and Budget Reconciliation
• Receipt of Fiscal Year 2020/21 Year End Results report
• Review of reportable items, including contracts under $25,000
• Approval of August 16, 2021, meeting minutes

The Finance and Administration Committee approved the August 16, 2021 minutes and received several financial reports, including the Asset Forfeiture Fund year-end report, reportable items, and FY 2020-21 year-end results. The committee directed staff to initiate a water/wastewater utility rate study as a high priority, with work starting in late January and completion expected in a couple of months. No formal votes were taken on the reports; the only action was the direction to proceed with the rate study.

• Approved minutes of August 16, 2021 (2-0)
• Directed staff to start water/wastewater rate study as high priority (2-0)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for December 8, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 12, 2022.

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will hold a special closed session to discuss two items. The council will confer with legal counsel regarding litigation involving the Mendocino Railway. Additionally, the council will discuss public employment related to the City Manager position.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding City of Fort Bragg vs. Mendocino Railway and Does 1-10 (Case No. 21CV00850)
• Discussion regarding the City Manager position

The Fort Bragg City Council met in special closed session on December 6, 2021, and voted unanimously to accept the resignation of City Manager Tabatha Miller. The meeting also included a closed-session discussion of existing litigation against Mendocino Railway. No other substantive decisions were made during the open session.

• Accepted City Manager Tabatha Miller's resignation by unanimous vote
• Held closed-session conference on existing litigation: City of Fort Bragg vs. Mendocino Railway, Case No. 21CV00850

Community Development Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Community Development Committee scheduled for November 23, 2021, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 28 at 3:00 P.M.

• No items listed due to meeting cancellation

City Council

The City Council will review several contract approvals and budget amendments. Items include a new 10-year solid waste franchise agreement and professional services for a municipal broadband utility. The council will also consider various grant applications.

• 10-year solid waste franchise agreement with Redwood Waste Solutions, Inc.
• Professional services contract up to $38,000 for a municipal broadband utility engineering report
• Classification and compensation study contract not to exceed $34,900
• Budget amendment of up to $11,200 for alley pavement evaluation
• EPA Brownfield Assessment grant application submittal

The City Council unanimously approved a 10-year solid waste franchise agreement with Redwood Waste Solutions, Inc. (dba C&S Waste Solutions), authorizing the City Manager to execute it. The Council also approved a letter opposing a Mendocino Railway loan, and approved the consent calendar, which included resolutions on budget amendments, a broadband engineering report, and a classification study. A grant application item was removed from the agenda as no longer relevant, and a $5,000 transfer to the Homeward Bound program was approved.

• Approved 10-year solid waste franchise agreement with Redwood Waste Solutions (RES 4478-2021)
• Approved letter opposing Mendocino Railway's federal loan application
• Approved consent calendar including budget amendments, broadband study, and classification study
• Approved $5,000 transfer from City Council fund to Homeward Bound program
• Removed grant application item 5D from agenda as no longer relevant
• Approved resolution continuing remote meeting authorization (RES 4472-2021)
• Approved resolution confirming local emergency (RES 4473-2021)
• Approved resolution for USDA community facility grant applications (RES 4474-2021)

City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council held a special meeting and approved the consent calendar, which included two resolutions authorizing grant applications for water infrastructure projects. Both resolutions were adopted unanimously with a 4-0 vote, with Councilmember Peters absent. No public comments were made on the consent calendar.

• Approved Resolution 4468-2021 authorizing grant application for Raw Water Line Improvement Project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 4469-2021 authorizing grant application for Water Treatment Plant Upgrade (4-0)

Visit Fort Bragg

The Visit Fort Bragg committee will receive updates on tourism efforts from Idea Cooperative and the 2021 Holiday Gift Guide. Members will discuss logistics for special events, including an outdoor market and Santa's photo booth. The meeting also includes a review of Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) historical and monthly summaries.

• Update from Idea Cooperative on Visit Fort Bragg efforts
• 2021 Holiday Gift Guide update
• Special Event Ad-Hoc Committee updates on outdoor market and Santa's photo booth
• Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) historical and monthly summaries

The Visit Fort Bragg committee received updates from The Idea Cooperative on marketing efforts, the 2021 Holiday Gift Guide, and the Special Events Ad-Hoc Committee's plans for outdoor events. No formal decisions were made; all items were for discussion and information only.

• Received marketing update from The Idea Cooperative on promotional calendar and social media engagement.
• Received update on 2021 Holiday Gift Guide, including plans for increased merchant participation and subscriber growth.
• Received update from Special Events Subcommittee on Photos with Santa, outdoor market, and window display contest.
• Agreed on event name 'Downtown Wonderland' for the holiday event.
• Received informational update on Transient Occupancy Tax revenues, noted as record-breaking.

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The regular meeting of the Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for November 12, 2021, has been cancelled due to a holiday. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 9, 2021.

Finance and Administration Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for November 10, 2021, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 8 at 4:00 PM.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for November 10, 2021, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 8, 2021.

City Council

The City Council will consider extending a temporary moratorium on cannabis dispensary applications in inland zoning areas. The agenda also includes discussions regarding cannabis microbusiness zoning and potential water and wastewater fee waivers for businesses in the Central Business District.

• Extension of the 45-day moratorium on cannabis dispensary permits in inland zones
• Contract with ASA Analysis & Communication, Inc. for ocean water infrastructure design up to $90,800
• $78,490 increase to the Maple Street Storm Drain and Alley Rehabilitation Project contract
• Proposed waiver of water and wastewater capacity fees for businesses in the Central Business District
• Funding for environmental analysis of potential coastal transfer station sites

The Fort Bragg City Council adopted an urgency ordinance extending the temporary 45-day moratorium on cannabis dispensary applications in inland zoning areas for four months, until a revised cannabis ordinance is adopted. The Council also directed staff to update the cannabis ordinance to allow microbusinesses in the Central Business District and to not establish a buffer zone between dispensaries and residential areas. Several consent calendar items were approved, including a contract for ocean water intake/discharge design concepts and a change order for the Maple Street storm drain project. Item 8C, regarding waiving water and wastewater capacity fees for restaurants, was continued to a future meeting.

• Adopted urgency ordinance extending cannabis dispensary moratorium 4 months (5-0)
• Directed staff to allow cannabis microbusinesses in CBD with all state components (majority)
• Directed staff to not establish buffer zone between dispensaries and residential areas (majority)
• Approved $90,800 contract for ocean water intake/discharge design concepts (consent)
• Approved $78,490 change order for Maple Street storm drain project, total $1,412,544 (4-0, mayor abstained)
• Approved scope of work for 2022 Streets Project RFP (4-0, mayor abstained)
• Approved contract with County for Extreme Weather Shelter Nov 15-Mar 31 (5-0)
• Continued item 8C on water/wastewater fee waivers to future meeting

Visit Fort Bragg

The Special Events Subcommittee will provide an update regarding sponsorship for the Holiday Lights Festivities. The committee will also provide direction to staff and the subcommittee.

• Holiday Lights Festivities sponsorship update
• Approval of minutes

The Visit Fort Bragg board discussed a proposed downtown holiday kickoff event featuring photos with Santa, musicians, vendors, and a window display contest. They changed the event date to December 11, set hours from 11am to 6pm, and capped the budget at $3,000. Staff and subcommittee were directed to update permits and paperwork for the new date and provide a cost outline.

• Changed holiday event date to December 11 (from December 4)
• Set event hours from 11am to 6pm
• Capped event budget at $3,000
• Directed staff to update permits and paperwork for new date
• Requested cost outline from subcommittee

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for October 27, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 10, 2021.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Community Development Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Community Development Committee scheduled for October 26, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 23, 2021.

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances to end a moratorium on formula businesses. The agenda includes several reports regarding the regulation of cannabis dispensaries, such as buffer zones and zoning updates. The council will also review contract amendments for community development and network security.

• Ordinance to rescind the moratorium on formula businesses
• Contract amendment with Burlington Associates up to $60,000
• Contract amendment with DakaDesign, LLC for an additional $50,000
• Reports regarding cannabis dispensary buffer zones and zoning
• Rescinding of the Stage 2 Water Warning

The City Council directed staff to amend the cannabis ordinance to establish a limit of three dispensaries in the Central Business District, allow dispensaries by right through an administrative permit process, and use a point-system checklist instead of first-come-first-served for applications. The Council also directed that the city follow the State's definition of a youth center, prohibit dispensaries within 100 feet of a youth center, and measure the buffer from parcel line to parcel line. Several other cannabis-related items were continued to future meetings. The Council also approved the consent calendar and other routine items.

• Directed staff to establish a limit of three cannabis dispensaries in the Central Business District (5-0)
• Directed staff to allow dispensaries by right through an administrative permit process (5-0)
• Directed staff to use a point-system checklist for dispensary applications instead of first-come-first-served (5-0)
• Directed staff to follow the State's definition of a youth center and prohibit dispensaries within 100 feet of a youth center (5-0)
• Adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 973-2021 rescinding the moratorium on formula businesses (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 974-2021 rescinding the moratorium on formula businesses (5-0)
• Approved contract amendment with DakaDesign, LLC for network security, increasing contract by $50,000 (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including appointments, resolutions, and minutes (5-0)

Public Safety Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee scheduled for October 20, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 17, 2021.

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for October 14, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 11, 2021.

Finance and Administration Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for October 13, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 10, 2021.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for October 13, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 27, 2021.

City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will consider a coastal development permit amendment and lot merger for the Danco Mixed-Income Senior Housing project at 441 South Street. The Council will also discuss authorizing Series 2021 Lease Revenue Bonds to address pension liabilities and fund site acquisition. Additionally, the agenda includes a proposal to downgrade water conservation from Stage 4 to Stage 2.

• Permit amendment and lot merger for Danco Mixed-Income Senior Housing at 441 South Street
• Authorization of Series 2021 Lease Revenue Bonds for pension liabilities and site acquisition
• Downgrading water conservation from Stage 4 to Stage 2
• Adoption of the City Pension Funding Policy

The City Council approved two resolutions authorizing Series 2021 lease revenue bonds to pay down a portion of the city's unfunded CalPERS liability and fund the acquisition of the southern portion of the Mill Site. The council amended the resolutions to cap the bond interest cost at 4.0%. The council also approved a coastal development permit amendment and lot merger for the Danco housing project, downgraded the water conservation stage from Stage 4 to Stage 2, and adopted a city pension funding policy.

• Approved Resolution 4453-2021 authorizing Series 2021 lease revenue bonds (5-0), amended to cap interest cost at 4.0%
• Approved Resolution JPFA 10-2021 authorizing the same bonds (5-0), amended to cap interest cost at 4.0%
• Approved Resolution 4452-2021 for coastal development permit, design review, and lot merger for Danco housing project at 441 South Street (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 4454-2021 downgrading water conservation from Stage 4 to Stage 2 (5-0)
• Approved City Pension Funding Policy (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 4451-2021 confirming continued local emergency (consent calendar)
• Approved minutes of September 27, 2021 (consent calendar)

Visit Fort Bragg

The Caspar Transfer Station Coordinating Committee will discuss a proposal from HDR Engineering, Inc. to perform financial and environmental analyses for potential station sites. The committee will also review a report from Project Manager Tom Varga regarding further tasks and assignments for the project.

• Report from Project Manager Tom Varga on the Central Coast Transfer Station
• Discussion of further assignments and tasks for the project
• Review of an HDR Engineering, Inc. proposal for preliminary financial and environmental analysis of potential sites

Visit Fort Bragg

The committee will receive updates on Visit Fort Bragg efforts from the Idea Cooperative and re-branding plans for the "Magical Laurel Street Halloween Event." The meeting also includes a review of Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) summaries and consideration of a new committee member appointment.

• Update on Visit Fort Bragg efforts from Idea Cooperative
• Re-branding of "Magical Laurel Street Halloween Event"
• Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) monthly and historical summary
• Appointment of a new Visit Fort Bragg Committee Member

The Visit Fort Bragg committee unanimously approved Jason Hurst of Harbor Lite Lodge and Anchor Lodge to fill an open seat, adding lodging-sector representation. The committee also agreed to move its standard meeting to the third Thursday of each month at 4pm. Updates were received on marketing efforts, a Halloween event sponsorship, and city water conditions.

• Approved minutes of August 17, 2021 by unanimous vote
• Approved Jason Hurst to the Visit Fort Bragg committee by unanimous vote
• Changed standard committee meeting date to third Thursday at 4pm
• Special Events Subcommittee agreed to take on the Laurel Street Halloween event with a $1,000 budget

Special City Council

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss the potential acquisition of several land parcels. This includes negotiations with Georgia Pacific Corporation regarding terms and price.

• Conference for possible acquisition of real property (multiple APNs)
• Negotiation with Dave Massengill of Georgia Pacific Corporation
• Negotiation involving City Manager Tabatha Miller

The Fort Bragg City Council met in a special closed session to discuss the possible acquisition of multiple properties from Georgia Pacific Corporation. No reportable action was taken on the closed session item, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Held closed session to discuss property acquisition terms (no action reported)

Visit Fort Bragg

This meeting includes approval of minutes and public comments on non-agenda items. The committee will also review findings to authorize conducting remote meetings during the state of emergency.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Authorization of remote 'telephonic' meetings under AB 361

The Visit Fort Bragg committee approved the legally required findings to continue conducting remote telephonic meetings during the state of emergency. The motion passed 6-1, with Nancy Bennett voting no. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved remote telephonic meeting authorization during state of emergency (6-1)

Planning Commission

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission is holding a special meeting via video conference. The commission will consider adopting a resolution to authorize the conduct of remote meetings during the state of emergency.

• Resolution to authorize remote 'telephonic' meetings (21-5177A)

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to deny a resolution that would have allowed remote 'telephonic' meetings during the state of emergency. The decision followed discussion of safety, community participation, and effectiveness of in-person meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Denied resolution to authorize remote telephonic meetings (5-0)

Community Development Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Community Development Committee scheduled for September 28, 2021, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 26 at 3:00 PM.

• Meeting cancellation

City Council

The City Council will consider a 45-day moratorium on applications and permits for cannabis dispensaries in the Inland Zoning Area. The council will also discuss establishing an underground utility district and a one-time contribution to the Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority. Other items include updates to wildlife feeding laws and city salary compensation.

• 45-day moratorium on cannabis dispensary permits in the Inland Zoning Area
• Ordinance to prevent the feeding of wildlife in Fort Bragg
• Establishment of an Underground Utility District
• One-time contribution to Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority
• Amendment to City Manager employment agreement

The City Council adopted an urgency ordinance placing a 45-day moratorium on approvals and permits for cannabis dispensaries in the Inland Zoning Area, with a 5-0 vote. The council also approved a $13,600 one-time payment to the Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority, contingent on all member jurisdictions approving their portions. A resolution establishing a master salary rate compensation plan was adopted 4-0 with Councilmember Peters recused. The council directed staff to proceed with forming an underground utility district for the Chestnut Street area.

• Adopted urgency ordinance 972-2021 placing 45-day moratorium on cannabis dispensary permits in Inland Zoning Area (5-0)
• Approved $13,600 one-time payment to MSWMA, contingent on all member jurisdictions approving (5-0)
• Adopted resolution 4448-2021 establishing master salary rate compensation plan (4-0, Peters recused)
• Adopted ordinance 971-2021 prohibiting feeding of wildlife (5-0)
• Adopted resolution 4449-2021 authorizing remote telephonic meetings during state of emergency (5-0)
• Approved third amendment to City Manager employment agreement (5-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with underground utility district for Chestnut Street and schedule public hearing
• Received and filed committee minutes and approved special meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a proposed mural at 221 E. Redwood Ave and a coastal development permit amendment, design review amendment, and lot merger for the Danco mixed-income senior housing project at 441 South Street. The meeting is conducted virtually due to COVID-19 health orders.

• Design Review (DR 5-21) for a proposed mural at 221 E. Redwood Ave
• Coastal Development Permit Amendment 3-17/19/21 for Danco project
• Design Review Amendment 5-17/19/21 for Danco project
• Lot Merger 1-21 for APN 018-340-04-00 and APN 018-340-06-00
• Danco Mixed-Income Senior, Multi-family, and Permanently Supportive Housing Project at 441 South Street

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission approved two resolutions: one for a mural at 221 E. Redwood Ave (4-1) and another recommending approval of a coastal development permit, design review, and lot merger for the Danco mixed-income senior housing project at 441 South Street (5-0). The commission also approved the consent calendar, including minutes from the August 5 meeting, and scheduled a special meeting for September 29 to vote on a virtual meetings resolution.

• Approved mural design review at 221 E. Redwood Ave (4-1)
• Approved resolution recommending approval of Danco housing project permits and lot merger at 441 South Street (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including August 5, 2021 minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Scheduled special meeting for September 29, 2021 at 6:00 PM to vote on virtual meetings resolution

Visit Fort Bragg

The regular meeting of the Visit Fort Bragg Committee scheduled for September 21, 2021, has been cancelled. A special meeting will be held on October 5, 2021, and the next regular meeting is set for October 19, 2021.

• Cancellation of the September 21, 2021, Visit Fort Bragg Committee meeting

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will review a presentation on the city's digital infrastructure project. The council will also receive information regarding proposed 2021 taxable lease revenue bonds. A resolution to continue a local emergency declaration is also on the agenda.

• Presentation on Fort Bragg Digital Infrastructure Project
• Presentation on proposed 2021 taxable lease revenue bonds
• Resolution confirming continued local emergency
• Approval of September 13, 2021 meeting minutes

The City Council approved the consent calendar, including a resolution confirming a local emergency and the September 13, 2021 minutes. Council directed staff to move forward with financing for CalPERS UAL restructuring and $3.5 million for a possible Mill Site acquisition, with a resolution to be presented on October 12, 2021. Council also directed staff to advance the Digital Infrastructure Project by pursuing grants, working with Mendocino Community Network, and preparing an RFP for network design. In closed session, Council gave direction to initiate a civil action, with details to be disclosed upon inquiry unless it would jeopardize service of process or settlement negotiations.

• Approved consent calendar including Resolution 4447-2021 confirming local emergency (4-0, Rafanan absent)
• Approved minutes of September 13, 2021 (4-0, Rafanan absent)
• Directed staff to proceed with CalPERS UAL bond financing and $3.5M Mill Site acquisition funding, with resolution for October 12, 2021
• Directed staff to pursue grants and financing for Digital Infrastructure Project, work with MCN, and prepare RFP for network design
• Gave direction to initiate civil action in closed session (Item 4A)

Public Safety Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee scheduled for September 15, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2021.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider declaring a Stage 4 water crisis and implementing mandatory conservation measures. The agenda also includes a $2,400,000 grant application for affordable housing at 441 South Street. Other items involve wildlife feeding regulations and waste collection negotiations.

• Public hearing on Stage 4 water crisis and mandatory conservation measures
• $2,400,000 grant application for 69-unit affordable housing at 441 South Street
• Ordinance to prevent the feeding of wildlife in the city
• Grant application to rehabilitate the gym at 416 N. Franklin St.
• Negotiations with C&S Waste Solutions for waste collection services

The Fort Bragg City Council declared a Stage 4 water crisis and implemented mandatory conservation measures (Resolution 4444-2021), passed unanimously. The council also approved a resolution to begin negotiations with C&S Waste Solutions for a new garbage and recycling contract (4-1), and introduced an ordinance banning the feeding of wildlife. Several consent calendar items were approved, including a $2.4 million affordable housing funding application and a formula business ordinance.

• Declared Stage 4 water crisis and adopted mandatory conservation measures (5-0)
• Authorized negotiations with C&S Waste Solutions for garbage/recycling collection (4-1)
• Introduced ordinance banning wildlife feeding, first reading waived (5-0)
• Approved $2.4M affordable housing funding application for 69-unit project (consent)
• Adopted formula business ordinance (consent)
• Approved master salary rate compensation plan (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved application for Rural Recreation and Tourism Funds for gym rehab (5-0)
• Approved legal services agreement amendment with Jones & Mayer (consent)

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The committee will review updates regarding the expansion of sewer services to the east side of Fort Bragg. Members will also consider establishing an underground utility district to secure Rule 20 work credits. Additionally, staff will provide a report on Public Works Departmental updates.

• Review of sewer service expansion procedures for East Fort Bragg
• Consideration of establishing an Underground Utility District
• Public Works Departmental updates and reports
• Approval of August 12, 2021, meeting minutes

The committee discussed expanding sewer services to the east side of Fort Bragg but took no action, deciding to revisit the item in December 2021 after staff reviews annexation policies, LAFCO determination, and related ordinances. The committee also received updates on the water emergency, including reservoir levels at 13 million gallons and a desalination unit expected by end of October. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Deferred sewer expansion discussion to December 2021 for further staff review
• Approved minutes of August 12, 2021 as presented
• Received oral report on water emergency, reservoir levels, and desalination timeline

Finance and Administration Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for September 8, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 13, 2021.

Special City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal of a Planning Commission decision. The council is considering whether to uphold or deny the denial of a Minor Use Permit for a cannabis dispensary at 144 N. Franklin Street.

• Public hearing regarding appeal of Minor Use Permit 1-21 for a cannabis dispensary

The City Council held a public hearing on the appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of a minor use permit for a cannabis dispensary at 144 N. Franklin Street. Two motions were made—one to uphold the appeal and one to deny it—but both failed on 2-2 votes, with Vice Mayor Morsell-Haye recused. As a result, the appeal was not upheld, and the Planning Commission's denial stands.

• Motion to uphold appeal and overturn Planning Commission denial failed (2-2, 1 recusal)
• Motion to deny appeal and uphold Planning Commission denial failed (2-2, 1 recusal)

Special City Council

The City Council will review a grant application for an affordable housing development at 441 South Street. The agenda also includes contract amendments for water emergency services and street rehabilitation projects.

• $2.4 million grant application for 69 units of affordable housing at 441 South Street
• $82,700 contract increase for the Maple Street Storm Drain and Alley Rehabilitation Project
• $40,000 contract amendment with Coleman Engineering for water emergency services
• Purchase of groundwater treatment equipment not to exceed $154,624
• $25,000 budget allocation for an outdoor kiosk installation

The Fort Bragg City Council approved the consent calendar with three items removed for separate discussion. They approved a $82,700 change order for the Maple Street storm drain project (4-0, mayor recused), allocated $25,000 for an outdoor kiosk (5-0), and continued a $2.4M affordable housing application to September 13. They also approved budget amendments for biosolids shipping and groundwater treatment equipment.

• Approved consent calendar with items 2D, 2E, 2G removed (5-0)
• Approved $82,700 change order for Maple Street storm drain project (4-0, mayor recused)
• Approved $25,000 budget amendment for outdoor kiosk (5-0)
• Continued $2.4M affordable housing application to Sept 13 meeting
• Approved budget amendment for biosolids dryer shipping costs (5-0)
• Approved $154,624 purchase of groundwater treatment equipment (5-0)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for August 25, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 8 at 6:00 P.M.

Community Development Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Community Development Committee scheduled for August 24, 2021, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 28, 2021.

City Council

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg City Council scheduled for August 23, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 13, 2021.

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will meet via video conference to consider a resolution supporting Mendocino County drought task force efforts for additional water supply. The council will also hold a closed session with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation.

• Resolution 21-453: Supporting Mendocino County drought task force efforts for additional water supply
• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation

The Fort Bragg City Council held a special meeting via video conference and adopted a resolution supporting the Mendocino County Drought Ad Hoc Committee and Countywide Drought Task Force to provide additional water supply to the Mendocino Coast. The resolution was approved on the consent calendar as RES 4433-2021. The council also held a closed session on anticipated litigation, but no reportable action was taken.

• Adopted Resolution RES 4433-2021 supporting drought task force water supply efforts (consent calendar)

Public Safety Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee scheduled for August 18, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 15, 2021.

Visit Fort Bragg

The Visit Fort Bragg Committee will receive updates on tourism efforts from the Idea Cooperative and revitalization progress in the Central Business District. The committee will also review Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) monthly summaries and historical data.

• Update from Idea Cooperative on Visit Fort Bragg efforts
• Central Business District Revitalization Efforts update
• Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) monthly summary and historical update
• Oral updates from City Staff

The Visit Fort Bragg committee unanimously approved the minutes from its July 20, 2021 meeting. Members received updates on marketing efforts by The Idea Cooperative, Central Business District revitalization plans, and Transient Occupancy Tax revenues, but no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of July 20, 2021 (unanimous)

Finance and Administration Committee

The committee will receive a report on Q1 2021 sales tax and business activity from Avenue Insights & Analytics. The meeting also includes an oral update on Unfunded Accrued Liability debt issuance and reviews of treasurer reports.

• Q1 2021 Sales Tax and Business Activity report
• Oral update on Unfunded Accrued Liability (UAL) Lease Revenue Bond Debt Issuance
• Treasurer's Report and disbursements for Q3-4 FY 20-21
• Public Records Act (PRA) Summary Report for Q3 and Q4 of FY 20-21

The Finance and Administration Committee approved the April 14, 2021 minutes as presented, forwarding them for Council review. The committee received informational updates on Q1 2021 sales tax results, the Unfunded Accrued Liability (UAL) lease revenue bond issuance, and quarterly financial reports. No formal decisions were made on these informational items.

• Approved April 14, 2021 minutes (2-0)

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The committee will receive an oral report regarding Public Works Departmental updates and activities. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the June 10, 2021, meeting.

• Approval of June 10, 2021, meeting minutes
• Oral report on Public Works Departmental updates and activities

The Public Works and Facilities Committee met on August 12, 2021, and approved the minutes from the June 10, 2021 meeting. The committee received an oral report from Public Works Director John Smith on departmental activities, including water emergency projects, conservation devices, meter replacements, and infrastructure updates. No formal decisions or votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes of June 10, 2021 meeting
• Received oral report on Public Works updates (no action taken)
• Requested Cedar Street sewer and water connections added to next agenda

Finance and Administration Committee

The regular meeting of the Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for August 11, 2021, has been cancelled. A special meeting will be held on August 16, 2021.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for August 11, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 25, 2021, at 6:00 P.M.

• Cancellation of the August 11 meeting

Visit Fort Bragg

The Caspar Transfer Station Coordinating Committee will review a report from Project Manager Tom Varga. The report covers the summary of costs and timelines for potential Coastal Transfer Station sites at Highway 20 or Pudding Creek.

• Report on costs and timelines for Coastal Transfer Station sites at Highway 20 or Pudding Creek

City Council

The City Council is considering a declaration of a Stage 3 water emergency and mandatory conservation measures. The agenda also includes a utility relocation agreement for the Pudding Creek Water Main project and repairs to the water treatment plant. Additionally, the council will review an ordinance regarding formula business regulations.

• Public hearing for Stage 3 water emergency and mandatory conservation measures
• Utility relocation agreement for Pudding Creek Water Main project up to $1,015,450.00
• Contract for foundation repairs to the Water Treatment Plant not to exceed $32,471.69
• Contract amendment for biosolids transportation increasing amount by $228,500.00
• Ordinance regarding regulation of formula business

The City Council declared a Stage 3 water emergency, implementing mandatory conservation measures, and approved a request to connect an out-of-city property at 19981 Minnesota Avenue to the city water system. The council also introduced an ordinance regulating formula businesses, approved several budget amendments and contracts, and continued a public hearing on a cannabis dispensary appeal to September 1, 2021.

• Declared Stage 3 water emergency and mandatory conservation (5-0)
• Approved water connection for 19981 Minnesota Avenue (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance regulating formula businesses, waived first reading (5-0)
• Approved $1,015,450 utility relocation agreement with Caltrans (5-0)
• Approved $298,500 biosolids transport contract amendment (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment for water emergency equipment (5-0)
• Approved classification and compensation study scope (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved budget amendment 2022-04 (4-0, 1 recusal)

Planning Commission

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission will meet virtually to review consent calendar items. The agenda includes approving July 21, 2021, meeting minutes and reviewing amended resolutions for permit denials. One item involves a minor use permit for Sunshine Wholistic Cannabis Dispensary.

• Approval of July 21, 2021, meeting minutes
• Amended Denial Resolution MUP 1-21 (21-4144)
• Amended Resolution for Denial of Minor Use Permit 1-21 Sunshine Wholistic Cannabis Dispensary

The Planning Commission approved the consent calendar except for item 4B, which was pulled for discussion. They then adopted Resolution PC09-2021, an amended denial resolution for Minor Use Permit 1-21, with a 3-0 vote (Commissioner Miklose recused). The amendment added a finding that there was insufficient evidence that required noticing for the permit, hearing, and appeal were properly posted at the property.

• Approved consent calendar except item 4B (3-1)
• Adopted amended denial resolution RES PC09-2021 for MUP 1-21 (3-0, 1 recusal)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for Wednesday, July 28, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2021.

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will meet to approve meeting minutes from June 22, 2021. The committee will also receive a report and provide direction to staff on the State Parks RRT Grant.

• Approval of June 22, 2021, minutes
• Report and direction regarding the State Parks RRT Grant

The Community Development Committee met and approved the minutes from June 22, 2021. The committee received a report on the State Parks RRT Grant and provided direction to staff, though no specific decisions or outcomes were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved minutes of June 22, 2021 (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will consider an appeal regarding a proposed Grocery Outlet at 825 S. Franklin Street. The agenda also includes discussions on regulating formula businesses and a new ordinance to prevent the feeding of wildlife.

• Appeal of Planning Commission decision for Grocery Outlet at 825 S. Franklin Street
• Proposed ordinance regarding the regulation of formula businesses
• Ordinance to prevent the feeding of wildlife in Fort Bragg
• Resolution updating the City Council Master Salary Rate Compensation Plan
• Resolution confirming a continued local emergency

The City Council voted 3-1 to uphold the Planning Commission's approval of a Coastal Development Permit, Design Review, Parcel Merger, and Mitigated Negative Declaration for the proposed Grocery Outlet at 825 S. Franklin Street, denying appeals by Leslie Kashiwada and by Ken Armstrong/FB Local Business Matters. The resolution was amended to require the applicant to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the City against claims stemming from the resolution's adoption. Mayor Norvell recused himself due to a conflict of interest, and Councilmember Albin-Smith voted no. The council also approved the consent calendar (excluding a recused item), adopted a resolution updating the Master Salary Rate Compensation Plan (4-0, with one recusal), and continued several other items to future meetings.

• Approved Grocery Outlet permit at 825 S. Franklin St., denying appeals (3-1, Mayor recused)
• Adopted amended resolution with indemnification condition for Grocery Outlet (3-1)
• Approved consent calendar except Item 5A (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 4423-2021 updating Master Salary Rate Compensation Plan (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Adopted Resolution 4422-2021 confirming local emergency (consent calendar)
• Approved minutes of July 12, 2021 (consent calendar)
• Continued formula business ordinance hearing to August 9, 2021
• Continued wildlife feeding ordinance to September 13, 2021

Special City Council

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss the potential acquisition of several land parcels in Fort Bragg. Negotiators will meet with representatives from Georgia Pacific Corporation regarding terms and price.

• Negotiation for possible acquisition of multiple real property parcels
• Conference regarding acquisition terms and price

The Fort Bragg City Council met in special closed session to discuss the possible acquisition of multiple parcels from Georgia Pacific Corporation. No reportable action was taken on the closed session item, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Held closed session for real property negotiations with Georgia Pacific (no reportable action)

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will hold a special closed session to conduct labor negotiations with the Police Association and the City Manager. The council will also confer regarding the possible acquisition of several real property parcels from Georgia Pacific Corporation.

• Labor negotiations with Fort Bragg Police Association
• Labor negotiations with the City Manager
• Negotiations for potential acquisition of various real property parcels from Georgia Pacific Corporation

The Fort Bragg City Council met in special closed session on July 22, 2021, to discuss labor negotiations with the police association and the city manager, and real property acquisition from Georgia Pacific. No reportable action was taken on the police or property items; an agreement on the city manager's labor negotiations will be reported after ratification. The meeting adjourned without any substantive public decisions.

• No reportable action on police labor negotiations (Item 2A)
• City manager labor agreement to be reported after ratification (Item 2B)
• No reportable action on real property acquisition from Georgia Pacific (Item 2C)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will continue discussions regarding a private alley between Morrow Street and N. Lincoln Street. The committee will also address transient issues at 150 South Street and traffic on South Street and Woodward Avenue. Staff will provide an oral update on departmental activities.

• Discussion of private alley between the 100 block of Morrow Street and 100 block of N. Lincoln Street
• Review of transient issues at 150 South Street
• Discussion regarding traffic on South Street and Woodward Avenue
• Staff update on departmental activities

The Public Safety Committee held a discussion-only meeting with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed legal options for a private alley dispute, recommended a Trespass Enforcement Letter for a transient issue at 150 South Street, and reviewed radar trailer data showing no speeding problem on South Street and Woodward Avenue. The meeting was informational, with staff updates and resident comments.

• Approved minutes of June 16, 2021 meeting (2-0)
• Discussed private alley options; member to contact property owner
• Recommended Trespass Enforcement Letter for 150 South Street
• Reviewed radar trailer data; no speeding issue found
• Noted speed bumps possible but with liability and process concerns

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review meeting minutes from June and July 2021. The commission will also act on a resolution denying a cannabis dispensary application for 144 N Franklin Street.

• Resolution denying MUP 1-21 for Cannabis Dispensary at 144 N Franklin Street
• Approval of June 23, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of July 14, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved the consent calendar, including minutes from June 23 and July 14, 2021, but pulled Item 4C for discussion. Item 4C, a resolution to deny a cannabis dispensary permit at 144 N Franklin Street, was continued to a future meeting with no vote taken. Vice Chair Andreis recused himself from that item.

• Approved minutes from June 23, 2021 Planning Commission meeting
• Approved minutes from July 14, 2021 Planning Commission meeting
• Continued resolution denying MUP 1-21 for cannabis dispensary at 144 N Franklin Street to a future meeting

Visit Fort Bragg

The Visit Fort Bragg Committee will receive updates on tourism efforts from Idea Cooperative and progress on the Great Fort Bragg Photo Collection. Staff will also present summaries regarding Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT).

• Update from Idea Cooperative on Visit Fort Bragg efforts
• Update on the Great Fort Bragg Photo Collection postcards
• City of Fort Bragg Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) update
• Approval of May 18, 2021 and June 15, 2021 meeting minutes

The Visit Fort Bragg board unanimously approved the minutes from its May 18 and June 15, 2021 meetings. The board received updates on tourism marketing efforts, including a new website banner alerting visitors to drought conditions, and on the Great Fort Bragg Photo Collection, whose winning images will be made into postcards. City staff reported the city is in a Stage 2 Water Warning and may move to Stage 3 if conditions worsen. No formal decisions were made on these updates.

• Approved minutes of May 18, 2021 by unanimous vote
• Approved minutes of June 15, 2021 by unanimous vote
• Received update on Visit Fort Bragg marketing efforts, including drought banner and social media focus
• Received update on Great Fort Bragg Photo Collection; winners announced, postcards to be made
• Heard oral update on drought conditions; city in Stage 2 Water Warning, possible Stage 3
• Heard informational report on Transient Occupancy Tax (bed tax) revenues

Visit Fort Bragg

The Caspar Transfer Station Coordinating Committee will hear a report from Project Manager Tom Varga regarding the Coastal Transfer Station Project. The committee will also discuss further assignments and tasks related to this project.

• Report from Coastal Transfer Station Project Manager Tom Varga (Item 21-361)
• Discussion on further assignments and tasks

Finance and Administration Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for July 14, 2021, was cancelled. This notice contains only procedural information regarding the cancellation and the next scheduled meeting on August 11, 2021.

Planning Commission

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission will meet virtually to review several items. The commission is scheduled to adopt a resolution denying a permit for a cannabis dispensary. They will also receive and file minutes from the June 23, 2021 meeting.

• Resolution denying MUP 1-21 for a cannabis dispensary at 144 N Franklin Street
• Filing of June 23, 2021 Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted to pull two items from the consent calendar and refer them back to staff. The June 23, 2021 meeting minutes were referred back for a wording change regarding notice postings. The resolution denying a cannabis dispensary permit at 144 N Franklin Street was also referred back to include only the two findings the Commission actually made.

• Pulled items 4A and 4B from the consent calendar to be heard under Conduct of Business (approved 4-0).
• Referred the June 23, 2021 meeting minutes back to staff to revise a sentence about notice postings.
• Referred the resolution denying MUP 1-21 for a cannabis dispensary at 144 N Franklin Street back to staff to include only the two findings made by the Commission.

City Council

The City Council will consider implementing mandatory Stage 2 water conservation measures and confirming a local emergency. Public hearings are scheduled for the Walnut Apartments development bonds and an appeal regarding a proposed Grocery Outlet at 825 S. Franklin Street. The council will also review several service contracts, including marketing for Visit Fort Bragg.

• Mandatory Stage 2 water conservation measures
• Revenue bonds for the 56-unit Walnut Apartments development
• Appeal regarding a proposed Grocery Outlet at 825 S. Franklin Street
• $180,000 contract with The Idea Cooperative for Visit Fort Bragg marketing
• $33,838.51 contract with NEOGOV for human resources software

The City Council voted 5-0 to adopt Ordinance 969-2021, amending Chapter 14.06 (Water Conservation) of the Municipal Code, and also confirmed the City Manager's declaration of a Stage 2 Water Warning with mandatory conservation measures. The council approved a consent calendar including contracts for HR software, marketing services, and water emergency funding, and continued a public hearing on the Grocery Outlet appeal to July 26. No reportable action was taken in closed session.

• Adopted Ordinance 969-2021 amending water conservation rules (5-0)
• Confirmed Stage 2 Water Warning and mandatory conservation measures (Resolution 4420-2021)
• Approved contract with NEOGOV for HR management suite, up to $33,838.51
• Approved contract with Springbrook for software, up to $47,946
• Approved marketing services contract with The Idea Cooperative, up to $180,000
• Approved resolution supporting revenue bonds for Walnut Apartments rehabilitation
• Continued appeal of Grocery Outlet coastal permit to July 26, 2021
• Approved consent calendar including emergency declarations and prior minutes

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for July 8, 2021, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2021.

• Cancellation of the July 8, 2021, meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on amending water conservation ordinances and discuss regulating formula businesses in the Inland Zoning Area. The agenda also includes discussions on pension liabilities and various city compensation plans.

• Public hearing on amending the Water Conservation chapter of the Municipal Code
• Discussion on regulating formula businesses in the Inland Zoning Area
• Contract amendment with M-Group for planning services up to $55,068.50
• Ordinance for streamlined permitting of electric vehicle charging stations
• Auditing services contract with JJACPA, Inc. up to $42,550

The City Council introduced Ordinance 969-2021 amending the water conservation code, with amendments including requiring restaurants to serve water only on request and hotels to offer guests the option to skip daily laundering. The Council also adopted a resolution endorsing voluntary Stage 2 water conservation measures. Both actions passed unanimously.

• Introduced Ordinance 969-2021 amending water conservation rules, with amendments, by a 5-0 vote
• Adopted Resolution 4412-2021 endorsing voluntary Stage 2 water conservation measures, 5-0
• Approved the Consent Calendar, including adoption of Ordinance 968-2021 (EV charging stations) and Resolutions 4405-2021 through 4411-2021
• Approved a contract amendment with M-Group for planning services, not to exceed $55,068.50
• Approved a professional services agreement with JJACPA, Inc. for auditing services, not to exceed $42,550
• Directed staff to prepare an ordinance regulating formula businesses as drafted by the Planning Commission
• Ratified emergency repair of a sewer force main via Resolution 4413-2021
• Received a presentation on pension liability; no action taken

Planning Commission

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission will consider a use permit to change the primary use of 237 E. Alder to single-family residential. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding an appeal for the Sunshine Cannabis Dispensary minor use permit.

• Use Permit 2-21: Change primary use of 237 E. Alder to Single Family Residential
• Appeal of Minor Use Permit MUP 1-21 for Sunshine Cannabis Dispensary
• Approval of June 2, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of June 9, 2021 meeting minutes

The Commission approved a use permit to change 237 E. Alder to single-family residential (Resolution PC09-2021, 5-0). It also upheld an appeal and denied Minor Use Permit MUP 1-21 for Sunshine Cannabis Dispensary, after two commissioners recused themselves; the matter was referred to staff to draft a denial resolution. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved use permit 2-21 to change 237 E. Alder to single-family residential (5-0, Resolution PC09-2021)
• Upheld appeal and denied Minor Use Permit MUP 1-21 for Sunshine Cannabis Dispensary (referred to staff for denial resolution)

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will review a monthly oral update regarding the implementation of the Central Business District Economic Development Strategy. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the April 27, 2021 meeting.

• Approval of April 27, 2021, meeting minutes
• Monthly oral update on Central Business District Economic Development Strategy implementation

The Community Development Committee approved the April 27, 2021 meeting minutes for Council review. The Committee received a monthly oral update on the Central Business District Economic Development Strategy, including police foot patrols, code enforcement, and public restrooms. No public comments were made on non-agenda items. The meeting was adjourned at 3:21 P.M.

• Approved the April 27, 2021 meeting minutes for Council review (motion carried 2-0)
• Received the monthly oral update on the Central Business District Economic Development Strategy
• Discussed code enforcement actions, outreach strategies, and a property assessment form
• Heard a report that the Rodders event was a success

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will consider a resolution authorizing the purchase of a desalination-reverse osmosis treatment system. The contract amount would not exceed $335,818.50.

• Resolution 21-317: Purchase of a Desalination-Reverse Osmosis Treatment System up to $335,818.50

The Fort Bragg City Council adopted Resolution 4404-2021 authorizing the City Manager to execute a purchase agreement for a desalination-reverse osmosis treatment system, not to exceed $335,818.50. The item was approved on the consent calendar with all five councilmembers present. Public comment was received from Gabriel Quinn Maroney.

• Adopted Resolution 4404-2021 authorizing purchase of desalination-reverse osmosis treatment system (5-0)

Special City Council

The City Council is meeting in a closed session to confer with real property negotiators. This item involves the potential acquisition of several parcels of land in Fort Bragg. Negotiations include terms of acquisition and price with Georgia Pacific Corporation.

• Possible acquisition of multiple real property parcels (including APN 008-430-21)
• Negotiation regarding acquisition terms and price with Georgia Pacific Corporation

The Fort Bragg City Council met in special closed session to discuss the possible acquisition of multiple parcels from Georgia Pacific Corporation, with City Manager Tabatha Miller as negotiator. No public comments were received, and after reconvening to open session, Mayor Norvell reported that no reportable action was taken on the closed session item. The meeting was adjourned at 6:54 PM.

• Held closed session to discuss real property acquisition terms with Georgia Pacific (no action taken)
• Reported no reportable action on closed session item
• Adjourned meeting at 6:54 PM

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss the private alley located between the 100 block of Morrow Street and the 100 block of N. Lincoln Street. Staff will also provide an oral update regarding departmental activities. The committee is scheduled to approve minutes from the May 19, 2021, meeting.

• Discussion of private alley between 100 block Morrow Street and 100 block N. Lincoln Street
• Oral update from staff on departmental activities
• Approval of May 19, 2021, meeting minutes

The Public Safety Committee discussed a request to convert a private alley between the 100 block of Morrow Street and the 100 block of N. Lincoln Street into a fire lane. Police Chief Naulty noted the department cannot enforce parking on private alleys unless designated a fire lane, and Fire Chief Orsi said he could assist with the conversion if permitted. Committee members expressed legal concerns and agreed to seek guidance from the City Attorney before any action. No formal decision was made.

• Approved minutes of the May 19, 2021 meeting as presented.
• Discussed private alley fire lane request; no action taken.
• Agreed to involve City Attorney for legal guidance on alley options.
• Received oral updates from Police and Fire Chiefs.

Visit Fort Bragg

The committee will receive updates from Idea Cooperative regarding May and June tourism campaigns. The agenda also includes reviews of Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) revenues and bed tax historical data.

• Update on May 'Great Fort Bragg Photo Collection' campaign
• Update on June 'Sustainability' campaign
• Summary of Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) revenues
• Bed tax historical summary

The Visit Fort Bragg committee unanimously approved the minutes from its April 20, 2021 meeting. It received updates on two marketing campaigns: the successful Great Fort Bragg Photo Collection, which will continue and produce postcards for local sale, and a new June sustainability campaign. The committee also heard an informational report on Transient Occupancy Tax revenues and discussed suggestions for a Paul Bunyan-themed block party over Labor Day weekend.

• Approved the April 20, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously
• Received update on the Great Fort Bragg Photo Collection campaign and agreed to extend it
• Received update on the June sustainability campaign and requested more features of Otis P. Johnson Park
• Heard informational report on Transient Occupancy Tax revenues; no action taken
• Discussed a suggestion to hold a Paul Bunyan-themed block party over Labor Day weekend; no decision made

City Council

The council will review the fiscal year 2021/22 budgets for the City of Fort Bragg and the Municipal Improvement District No. 1. The agenda also includes a utility relocation agreement with Caltrans and an ordinance regarding electric vehicle charging stations.

• Adoption of FY 2021/22 budgets and appropriations limit
• Utility relocation agreement for Pudding Creek Sewer Main up to $225,000
• Contract with Therma, LLC for CV Starr Community Center controls up to $28,014
• Agreement with Surviving the Odds Project (STOP) up to $40,000
• Ordinance for streamlined electric vehicle charging station permitting

The City Council adopted the FY 2021/22 budgets for the City and Municipal Improvement District, the capital projects budget, and the appropriations limit. It also approved a $40,000 contract with Surviving the Odds Project (STOP) for a 10-student program, despite two no votes over budget inaccuracies. The Council introduced an ordinance to streamline permitting for electric vehicle charging stations and approved a joint RFP for solid waste collection.

• Adopted FY 2021/22 City and MID budgets, capital projects budget, and appropriations limit (RES 4400-2021, RES 4401-2021, RES ID 447-2021, RES ID 448-2021, RES 4402-2021).
• Approved $40,000 contract with STOP for a 10-participant program (RES 4399-2021), with two no votes due to budget errors.
• Introduced Ordinance 968-2021 to add streamlined permitting for EV charging stations.
• Approved MID budget amendment and Caltrans utility relocation agreement for Pudding Creek sewer main (RES ID 449-2021).
• Approved budget amendment for emergency water project funding (RES 4403-2021).
• Approved joint RFP with Mendocino County for solid waste collection.
• Adopted resolutions for Therma LLC contract, biosolids dryer grant, backhoe loader grant, local emergency, salary plan, and fee waiver (consent calendar).
• Directed staff to include language on handling voluminous public comments in future agendas.

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The committee will review an oral report on Public Works Departmental activities and the Stop Litter Program. Members will also discuss remediation measures to minimize glare on the roof of Water Tank #3 at the water treatment facility. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the April 22, 2021, special meeting.

• Approval of April 22, 2021, special meeting minutes
• Report on Public Works Departmental activities and the Stop Litter Program
• Discussion of glare reduction measures for Water Tank #3 at the water treatment facility

The committee approved the April 22, 2021 special meeting minutes. They discussed litter reduction, including installing cigarette receptacles, and considered ways to reduce glare from Water Tank #3. They also discussed the WWTP odor issue and directed staff to provide a status report at the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of April 22, 2021 special meeting
• Discussed installing cigarette receptacles and signage to reduce litter
• Discussed remediation measures for glare from Water Tank #3
• Directed staff to provide WWTP odor status report at next meeting

Finance and Administration Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for June 9, 2021, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 14, 2021.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider adopting a resolution for a Grocery Outlet located at 825, 845, and 851 South Franklin Street. This item includes coastal development permits, design reviews, and a parcel merger. The commission will also approve the minutes from the May 26, 2021 meeting.

• Approval of Coastal Development Permit 8-19 and Design Review 1-19 for a Grocery Outlet
• Parcel Merger 1-19 for 825, 845, and 851 South Franklin Street
• Adoption of Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH: 2021010142)
• Approval of May 26, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved Resolution RES PC08-2021, adopting the Mitigated Negative Declaration and granting Coastal Development Permit 8-19, Design Review 1-19, and Parcel Merger 1-19 for a Grocery Outlet at 825, 845, 851 South Franklin Street. The approval included amendments to Special Conditions 20 and 25 and additions of Special Conditions 26-32. The motion carried 4-0, with Commissioner Miklose recused. The commission also approved the consent calendar, including the May 26, 2021 minutes, and heard public comments on non-agenda items.

• Approved Resolution RES PC08-2021 for Grocery Outlet CDP 8-19, DR 1-19, MGR 1-19, and Mitigated Negative Declaration (4-0, Miklose recused)
• Approved consent calendar including May 26, 2021 minutes (4-0, Miklose absent)
• Heard public comments on non-agenda items from three speakers
• Noted two public hearings scheduled for June 23: use permit at 237 E. Alder Street and appeal of Sunshine Holistic cannabis dispensary permit

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will consider a resolution authorizing a contract for legal services. The proposed agreement with Kutak Rock, LLP would not exceed $50,000.

• Contract for legal services with Kutak Rock, LLP up to $50,000

The Fort Bragg City Council held a special meeting on June 3, 2021, and unanimously approved Resolution 4393-2021, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract for legal services with Kutak Rock, LLP in an amount not to exceed $50,000. The motion was made by Vice Mayor Morsell-Haye, seconded by Councilmember Albin-Smith, and carried 5-0. No public comment or discussion was held on the item.

• Approved Resolution 4393-2021 authorizing City Manager to execute legal services contract with Kutak Rock, LLP up to $50,000 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss an amendment to the Inland Land Use and Development Code. The commission will receive a report and conduct a public hearing regarding the regulation of formula businesses. Following this, they will adopt a resolution providing a recommendation to the City Council.

• Public hearing on Inland Land Use and Development Code amendment regulating formula business

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously adopted Resolution PC07-2021, recommending that the City Council approve an inland land use and development code amendment regulating formula businesses. The recommendation includes discussion of limiting fast food restaurants in the Central Business District and requirements for businesses with drive-throughs. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included updates on upcoming items.

• Adopted Resolution PC07-2021 recommending a formula business ordinance to City Council (5-0)
• Discussed potential wording changes to limit fast food businesses in the Central Business District
• Discussed requirements for businesses with drive-throughs

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Grocery Outlet project. The agenda includes reviewing coastal development permits, design reviews, and a parcel merger for properties at 825, 845, and 851 South Franklin Street.

• Public hearing for Grocery Outlet at 825, 845, and 851 South Franklin Street
• Coastal Development Permit 8-19 and Design Review 1-19
• Parcel Merger 1-19
• Adoption of Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH: 2021010142)
• Approval of May 19, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission held a public hearing on a proposed Grocery Outlet at 825, 845, 851 South Franklin Street, including a coastal development permit, design review, parcel merger, and a mitigated negative declaration. After extensive public comment and discussion, the commission voted to continue the hearing to June 9, 2021, rather than making a decision. Commissioner Miklose recused himself from the matter. The minutes were approved as part of the consent calendar.

• Approved minutes of May 19, 2021 (5-0)
• Continued Grocery Outlet hearing to June 9, 2021 (4-0, 1 recusal)

Community Development Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Community Development Committee scheduled for May 25, 2021, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 22, 2021.

City Council

The City Council will review the draft Fiscal Year 2021/22 budget, including water and wastewater funds. A public hearing is scheduled to consider extending a moratorium on formula businesses in certain zoning areas. The agenda also includes cannabis ordinance amendments and joining an employment liability authority.

• Extension of 45-day moratorium on formula businesses in Inland Zoning Areas
• Review of Draft Fiscal Year 2021/22 Budget (General Fund, Water, and Wastewater)
• Amendment to Cannabis Business ordinance (Chapter 9.30)
• Acceptance of a 10-foot sewer easement on William Allen Goodwin land
• Resolution to join the Employment Risk Management Authority (ERMA)

The City Council voted 4-1 to adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 967-2021, extending the temporary 45-day moratorium on approvals and permits for formula businesses in the Inland Zoning Areas. The council also adopted Ordinance 966-2021, amending the cannabis business chapter to replace 'Sonoma Clean Power' with 'community choice aggregate energy provider.' In budget discussions, staff was directed to add an engineering technician and a full-time Maintenance I position, and to reduce the Administrative Services/Finance Director position to an administrative role. The council approved joining the Employment Risk Management Authority (ERMA) JPA for employment practices liability coverage.

• Adopted Urgency Ordinance 967-2021 extending formula business moratorium (4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 966-2021 amending cannabis business chapter (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar except 5B, including sewer easement resolution and emergency confirmation
• Directed staff to add engineering technician and Maintenance I position in budget
• Approved reducing Administrative Services/Finance Director to administrative position
• Adopted Resolution 4392-2021 to join ERMA JPA for employment practices liability (5-0)

Special City Council

The City Council directed staff on zoning for commercial cannabis. Cannabis businesses may be allowed in Light Industrial (IL) and Heavy Industrial (IH) districts with an administrative permit, and in Highway and Visitor Commercial (CH) and General Commercial (CG) districts with a use permit. Council also directed staff to create a 'Cannabis Microbusiness' category with specific accessory use rules, including no manufacturing or cultivation in the Central Business District (CBD). Both staff reports were referred to staff for further action.

• Directed allowing cannabis businesses in IL and IH districts with an administrative permit
• Directed allowing cannabis businesses in CH and CG districts with a use permit
• Directed adding 'alternative water sources' and 'Community Choice Clean energy' to the ordinance
• Directed creating a 'Cannabis Microbusiness' category without manufacturing or cultivation in CBD
• Allowed nursery accessory with retail in CBD only if subordinate to primary use
• Allowed nursery, processing, and retail as accessory uses in CG, but not manufacturing
• Required retail as primary frontage in General Commercial for cannabis uses
• Limited wholesale distribution, manufacturing, and processing to IL and IH districts

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review a proposed ordinance to ban flavored tobacco sales. Staff will also provide an oral update on departmental activities. The committee is scheduled to approve minutes from the April 28, 2021 special meeting.

• Proposed ordinance banning flavored tobacco sales
• Oral update from staff on departmental activities
• Approval of minutes from the April 28, 2021 special meeting

The Public Safety Committee discussed a proposed ordinance banning flavored tobacco sales within city limits, based on a county-adopted ordinance. Chair Peters recommended moving forward with adapting the ordinance, but no formal vote was taken. The committee also received updates on an arson arrest, plans for sexual assault exam availability, and a potential mental crisis respite facility.

• Recommended moving forward on flavored tobacco ban ordinance (no vote)
• Approved minutes of April 28, 2021 special meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed residential care facility for the elderly. The project includes three single-story buildings and 12 parking spaces. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the May 12, 2021, meeting.

• Public hearing for a residential care facility with three single-story buildings
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from May 12, 2021
• Consideration of coastal development, design, sign, and use permits (Project 21-2346a)

The Planning Commission approved a Coastal Development Permit, Design Review, Sign Permit, and Use Permit for a residential care facility for the elderly, consisting of three single-story buildings with 12 parking spaces. The approval included modifications to Special Conditions 5 and 21, and additions of Special Conditions 22 and 23. Chair Logan recused himself due to a conflict of interest, and the vote was 4-0. The consent calendar, including the May 12, 2021 minutes, was also approved.

• Approved Resolution RES PC06-2021 for elderly care facility with modifications (4-0, Logan recused)
• Approved consent calendar including May 12, 2021 minutes (4-0, Logan recused)

Visit Fort Bragg

The committee will receive an update on the Visit Fort Bragg Campaign from Idea Cooperative. Members will also review and potentially update Visit Fort Bragg protocols. Additionally, the committee will discuss budget recommendations for the 2021-22 fiscal year and review Transient Occupancy Tax revenues.

• Update on Visit Fort Bragg Campaign from Idea Cooperative
• Review and possible update of Visit Fort Bragg Protocols
• Discussion of FY 2021-22 budget priorities and recommendations
• Summary of Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) revenues

The Visit Fort Bragg committee received updates on the campaign and discussed protocols, agreeing to keep the third Tuesday at 3:00 pm as the standing meeting time. The committee unanimously recommended that City Council allocate $29,000 from AA/AB allocations for promotional events, signage, and walking tours. They also formed an events sub-committee with Nancy, Barb, and Megan.

• Unanimously agreed to keep third Tuesday at 3:00 pm as meeting date
• Unanimously recommended $29,000 from AA/AB allocations for Visit Fort Bragg promotions, signage, and walking tours
• Formed events sub-committee (Nancy, Barb, Megan)

Visit Fort Bragg

The Community Development Department is holding a public hearing regarding Minor Use Permit 1-21. This permit would allow a cannabis dispensary to operate at 144 N. Franklin St.

• Public hearing for Minor Use Permit 1-21 (cannabis dispensary)
• Proposed location: 144 N. Franklin St.

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council is conducting a workshop to review the draft Fiscal Year 2021/22 budget. This includes reviews of the General Fund, Water Enterprise, Wastewater Enterprise, and Capital Projects budgets. The session is intended to provide direction to city staff.

• Review of Draft Fiscal Year 2021/22 General Fund Operating Budget
• Review of Water Enterprise Budget
• Review of Wastewater Enterprise (Municipal Improvement District No. 1) Budget
• Review of Capital Projects Budget

The City Council held a budget workshop to review the draft FY 2021/22 budget, including the General Fund, Water and Wastewater Enterprise Funds, and capital projects. Staff presented overviews of each department's budget, and the council discussed adding 1.45 full-time equivalent (FTE) positions for trail maintenance and garbage pickup in the central business district. No formal decisions were made; capital improvements will be discussed at the next regular meeting on May 24, 2021.

• Reviewed draft FY 2021/22 budget including General Fund, Water Enterprise, Wastewater Enterprise, and capital projects
• Discussed adding 1.45 FTE for trail maintenance and garbage pickup (no formal action)
• Deferred capital improvements discussion to May 24, 2021 meeting

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council and Mendocino Coast Recreation and Park District will hold a joint workshop. The meeting focuses on reviewing the FY 2021-2021 C.V. Starr Community Center budget. The purpose is to provide direction to staff.

• Workshop regarding the FY 2021-2021 C.V. Starr Community Center Budget

Special City Council

The City Council will hold a closed session to confer with real property negotiators. The discussion focuses on the price and terms for the potential acquisition of several land parcels, including 90 W. Redwood Ave.

• Negotiation regarding the possible acquisition of real property at 90 W. Redwood Ave.

The Fort Bragg City Council met in special closed session to discuss the possible acquisition of several real properties, including APN 018-430-22-00 and 90 W. Redwood Ave., with negotiator Tabatha Miller and Georgia Pacific Corporation's Dave Massengill. No public comments were made, and after reconvening to open session, Mayor Norvell reported that no reportable action was taken on the closed session items. The meeting was adjourned at 4:44 PM.

• Held closed session for real property negotiations (no reportable action taken)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:44 PM

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for May 13, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 11, 2021.

• Meeting cancellation

Finance and Administration Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for May 12, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 9, 2021.

Planning Commission

The commission is conducting a public scoping session regarding State Route 1 upgrades. The agenda also includes a review of the Capital Improvement Program General Plan Consistency Analysis and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Public scoping session for State Route 1 (SR) 1 upgrades
• Capital Improvement Program General Plan Consistency Analysis
• Approval of May 5, 2021, and April 14, 2021, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission unanimously adopted Resolution PC05-2021, approving the Capital Improvement Program General Plan Consistency Analysis. The commission also held a public scoping session for a State Route 1 upgrade project, providing feedback to staff for revisions. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Capital Improvement Program General Plan Consistency Analysis (5-0)
• Held public scoping session for SR 1 upgrade; staff to revise based on feedback

City Council

The City Council will discuss amending cannabis business regulations and recommending voluntary Stage 1 water conservation measures. The agenda also includes a professional services contract for business loan services up to $105,774.

• Amending cannabis business regulations via Ordinance 966-2021
• Professional services agreement with Parker Lucas & Associates up to $105,774
• Approval of a parcel map for a minor division of a 22,989 square foot parcel
• Recommendation of voluntary Stage 1 water conservation measures
• Report on the moratorium for formula businesses in the Inland Zoning Area

The City Council introduced Ordinance 966-2021 amending Chapter 9.30 (Cannabis Businesses) by title only, waiving the first reading, in a 3-1 vote. The council also approved a resolution recommending voluntary Stage 1 water conservation measures, adopted a budget amendment for the Municipal Improvement District, and approved several consent calendar items including a parcel map and compensation increases. A motion to waive appeal fees for two appellants failed for lack of a second.

• Introduced Ordinance 966-2021 amending cannabis business regulations (3-1)
• Approved resolution recommending voluntary Stage 1 water conservation measures (4-0)
• Adopted Municipal Improvement District Resolution approving Budget Amendment No. 2021-10 (4-0)
• Approved parcel map for minor division 1-20 (3-0, mayor recused)
• Approved compensation increase for seasonal/temporary and Police Services Transporter classifications (3-0, councilmember recused)
• Approved consent calendar items including CDBG professional services agreement, right-of-way dedication, local emergency confirmation, and meeting cancellation (4-0)
• Motion to waive appeal fees for two appellants failed for lack of second
• Received and filed report on formula business moratorium actions

Planning Commission

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission is meeting to receive a report and provide direction regarding new formula business regulations for the Inland Land Use and Development Code. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the April 14 and April 28, 2021, meetings.

• Report on Chapter 18.46 Formula Business Regulations
• Approval of April 14, 2021, Planning Commission Minutes
• Approval of April 28, 2021, Planning Commission Minutes

The Planning Commission received a report and provided staff direction on a proposed ordinance adding Chapter 18.46, Formula Business Regulations, to the Fort Bragg Inland Land Use and Development Code. The Commission directed City Manager Miller to finalize a draft ordinance to bring back for approval at a public hearing. No formal decisions were made; the item was a discussion and direction item.

• Directed staff to finalize draft ordinance on formula business regulations
• Referred consent calendar items (minutes approval) to staff
• No formal votes taken on ordinance

Special City Council

The Special City Council will hold a closed session to confer with real property negotiators. The discussion involves the potential acquisition of APN 020-550-02-00 and APN 020-550-09-00, referred to as "Pudding Creek."

• Possible acquisition of 'Pudding Creek' property (APN 020-550-02-00 and APN 020-550-09-00)
• Negotiation of acquisition terms with Georgia Pacific Corporation

The Fort Bragg City Council met in special closed session to discuss the possible acquisition of two parcels (APN 020-550-02-00 and APN 020-550-09-00) known as 'Pudding Creek' from Georgia Pacific Corporation. After reconvening to open session, the mayor reported that no reportable action had been taken on the closed session item. The meeting was adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Held closed session on real property negotiation for Pudding Creek acquisition (no reportable action taken)

Special City Council

The City Council will review reports regarding updates to the municipal code for cannabis businesses. They will also discuss policies for cannabis cultivation and potential new microbusiness categories. These discussions aim to provide direction on land use and development codes related to cannabis.

• Updates to Municipal Code 9.30 regarding cannabis businesses
• Discussion of a Cannabis Cultivation Policy
• Direction on where commercial cannabis cultivation is allowed as a primary use
• Review of creating a cannabis microbusiness category or enhancing accessory use definitions

The Fort Bragg City Council held a special meeting to provide direction on cannabis regulations. Council directed staff to revise Municipal Code Chapter 9.30 to use state language focusing on owners/applicants, centralize application processing in the Community Development Department, and add definitions. They also directed that commercial cannabis cultivation be allowed in Light Industrial and Heavy Industrial zones with an administrative permit, and in Highway/Visitor Commercial and General Commercial zones with a use permit. A decision on creating a cannabis microbusiness category was continued to a special meeting on May 20, 2021.

• Directed staff to revise Municipal Code 9.30 using state language on owners/applicants, centralize processing in Community Development, add definitions
• Set cultivation policy: outdoor prohibited for commercial but allowed for personal; indoor and mixed light allowed
• Required water usage plan, water conservation measures, and water reclamation; recommended private water source, LED lighting, and solar/Sonoma Clean Power
• Allowed cannabis businesses in IL and IH zones with administrative permit; in CH and CG zones with use permit
• Continued microbusiness category decision to May 20, 2021 special meeting

Special City Council

The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss three potential litigation claims involving breach of confidentiality, harassment, and disparate treatment. Officials will also confer with negotiators regarding the possible acquisition of 90 W Redwood Ave.

• Potential litigation claims from Makayla Hite, Richard Garcia, and Jacob Patterson
• Negotiation for the acquisition of 90 W Redwood Ave. (APN 018-430-22-00)

The Fort Bragg City Council met in special closed session to discuss anticipated litigation (three potential claims) and real property negotiations for 90 W Redwood Ave. No reportable action was taken on either item, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• Held closed session on three potential litigation claims (no action reported)
• Held closed session on property acquisition negotiations for 90 W Redwood Ave (no action reported)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review a Minor Use Permit application for a cannabis dispensary. The body will consider adopting a resolution to approve the permit based on the staff report.

• Public hearing on Minor Use Permit Application 1-21 for a cannabis dispensary at 144 N. Franklin St.
• Approval of Planning Commission Minutes from April 14, 2021

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission met on April 28, 2021, but took no substantive action. A cannabis dispensary permit item was pulled due to a noticing error and will be processed administratively. The only action was approval of the previous meeting's minutes. The meeting adjourned at 6:02 PM.

• Approved Planning Commission Minutes of April 14, 2021
• Cannabis dispensary permit item not heard due to noticing error; permit to be processed administratively

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will meet via video conference to receive verbal reports and updates on police department activities. The body will discuss law enforcement efforts and community safety programs.

• Verbal report on Police Department continued de-escalation efforts
• Update on tobacco compliance checks and paraphernalia ordinance
• Update on graffiti abatement program
• Verbal report on current homeless and mental health issues

The Public Safety Committee received informational reports on police de-escalation efforts, tobacco compliance, graffiti abatement, and mental health issues. No formal decisions were made; the only action was approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved minutes of March 17, 2021 special meeting (unanimous)

Community Development Committee

The committee will review reports regarding economic development strategies for the Central Business District. This includes discussing a grant application for the Rural Recreation and Tourism Grant Program. Members will also discuss code enforcement strategies and improvements to the Guest House Museum property.

• Grant application preparation for the Rural Recreation and Tourism Grant Program
• Code enforcement strategy report for the Central Business District
• Proposed improvements to the Guest House Museum property
• Approval of March 23, 2021, meeting minutes

The Community Development Committee approved the March 23, 2021 minutes and received reports on the Central Business District economic development strategy, a Rural Recreation and Tourism Grant application, a code enforcement strategy, and Guest House Museum improvements. The committee gave direction to staff on the grant application, code enforcement, and museum courtyard improvements, but no formal votes were recorded on these items.

• Approved minutes of March 23, 2021 (5-0)
• Gave direction to staff on Rural Recreation and Tourism Grant application
• Gave direction to staff on code enforcement strategy for Central Business District
• Gave direction to staff on Guest House Museum property improvements

City Council

The City Council will review a request to connect property outside city limits to the municipal water system. The agenda also includes discussions on interpreting land use codes and a contract for biosolids transportation. Additionally, the council will consider participating in a regional workers' compensation program.

• Contract amendment with The Idea Cooperative for marketing services up to $24,000
• Report on connecting out-of-city property to the city water system
• Resolution for participation in the California Intergovernmental Risk Authority (CIRA)
• Contract with Synagro West, LLC for biosolids transportation not to exceed $70,000

The City Council unanimously agreed to allow a water hookup for one out-of-city applicant if they pay the appropriate fees, and directed staff to address any policy change at a future meeting. The Council also directed that property owners and residents within 300 feet of a subject property have the right to request a hearing on a minor use permit or appeal a decision without charge, while those outside 300 feet must pay specified fees. All other agenda items were approved unanimously, including a $24,000 contract amendment for marketing services and a $70,000 biosolids transportation contract.

• Approved $24,000 contract amendment with The Idea Cooperative for marketing services (5-0)
• Approved participation in California Intergovernmental Risk Authority for workers' compensation (5-0)
• Approved $70,000 contract with Synagro West for biosolids transportation (5-0)
• Directed staff to allow water hookup for one out-of-city applicant if fees are paid
• Directed that residents within 300 feet of subject property may request hearing or appeal without charge
• Confirmed continued existence of local emergency (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 12, 2021 (5-0)

Visit Fort Bragg

The City of Fort Bragg is holding an administrative public hearing regarding Minor Use Permit (MUP 2-21). The meeting involves receiving a report and considering approval to construct an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) over a garage.

• Public hearing for Minor Use Permit (MUP 2-21) to construct an ADU over a garage

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The committee will review activities related to the Mendocino Progressive Alliance Stop Litter Project. Staff will also provide an oral report on Public Works Departmental activities and updates. The meeting includes approval of minutes from a November 2020 special meeting.

• Discussion of Mendocino Progressive Alliance Stop Litter Project activities
• Oral report on Public Works Departmental activities and updates
• Approval of November 24, 2020, special meeting minutes

The Public Works and Facilities Committee approved the minutes from the November 24, 2020 special meeting for council review. They received reports on the Mendocino Progressive Alliance Stop Litter Project and Public Works departmental activities, discussing water projects, seismic safety, and shovel-ready projects, but took no formal action on these items. The litter project report was continued to a future meeting.

• Approved minutes of November 24, 2020 special meeting (5-0)
• Continued Stop Litter Project staff report to future meeting
• Received oral report on Public Works activities; no action taken

Public Safety Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee scheduled for April 21, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 19, 2021.

Community Meetings

The Visit Fort Bragg Committee will discuss economic development strategies focused on the Central Business District. The meeting also includes updates on the Visit Fort Bragg campaign and summaries of tax revenues.

• Update from Idea Cooperative regarding Visit Fort Bragg Campaign and Analytics
• Discussion of Economic Development Strategies for the Central Business District
• Summary of Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) and General Fund Sales Tax Revenues
• Update on CDBG Business Loan Program

The Visit Fort Bragg Committee unanimously approved bringing a $180,000 proposal for the FY 21-22 promotional campaign to the full city council. The committee also formed working groups for a historical walking tour and directional signage, and received informational updates on economic development, transient occupancy tax revenues, and other city items. No public comments were made.

• Approved $180,000 Visit Fort Bragg campaign proposal for FY 21-22 to present to full council (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 2, 2021 (unanimous)
• Formed working groups for walking tour (Caron, Morsell-Haye) and signage (Caito-Urbani, DeGraw, DeGrassi, Albin-Smith)

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review FY 2021-22 budget priorities and quarterly staff reports. The committee will also discuss a potential temporary waiver of water and sewer capacity fees to encourage new and expanding businesses.

• Review of City Council FY 2021-22 budget priorities
• Discussion on temporary waiver of water/sewer capacity fees for businesses
• Presentation on business license, REMIF, and PG&E costs
• Receipt of Q2 reportable items including treasury and contract reports
• Approval of February 10, 2021, meeting minutes

The Finance and Administration Committee approved the February 10, 2021 minutes and directed staff to rank the City Council's FY 2021-22 budget goals, with a balanced budget as the top priority. The committee also discussed a temporary waiver of water/sewer capacity fees and recommended a 100% waiver for restaurants in the Central Business District and a 25% reduction for others, to be refined and brought back. No final decisions were made on the fee waiver.

• Approved minutes of February 10, 2021 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to rank Council Financial Goals, with balanced budget as top priority
• Recommended 100% water/sewer capacity fee waiver for Central Business District restaurants
• Recommended 25% capacity fee reduction for businesses outside Central Business District
• Tabled fee waiver item for refinement and return to committee

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved Coastal Development Permit 3-20 to upgrade a section of State Route 1 to ADA standards from SR 20 to Elm Street, with amendments adding conditions to protect Rite Aid trees and require smooth brick retaining walls for community art. The motion passed 3-1, with Commissioner Roberts dissenting due to insufficient time to review materials. The commission also approved the March 24, 2021 minutes unanimously.

• Approved Coastal Development Permit 3-20 for SR 1 ADA upgrade (3-1)
• Added conditions to protect Rite Aid trees and require smooth brick retaining walls for community art
• Approved minutes of March 24, 2021 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering ordinances to place a 45-day moratorium on permits for formula businesses in inland and coastal areas. The council will also review contracts for the Maple Street storm drain and alley rehabilitation project. Additionally, staff will report on issues related to feeding wildlife in city parks.

• 45-day moratorium on applications and permits for formula businesses
• $1,226,354.00 contract award for Maple Street storm drain and alley rehabilitation
• $178,217.00 construction management contract for Maple Street project
• Acceptance of a 20-foot-wide public drainage easement from Lyme Redwood Timberlands, LLC
• Budget Amendment No. 2021-09 to adjust expenditure and revenue budgets

Visit Fort Bragg

The City of Fort Bragg will hold an administrative public hearing regarding Minor Use Permit 3-21. The proposal involves constructing a 900 square foot accessory dwelling unit above a two-car garage in a medium density residential zone.

• Public hearing for Minor Use Permit (MUP 3-21) to construct a 900 square foot accessory dwelling unit

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for April 8, 2021, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 13, 2021.

Special City Council

This special joint meeting is for the City Council and Planning Commission. The agenda consists of a land use training session titled 'Planning 101 Training' led by Scott Porter of Jones & Mayer.

• 21-130 Planning 101 Training with Scott Porter of Jones & Mayer

The special joint City Council/Planning Commission meeting consisted solely of a training session on planning, zoning, and land use matters, presented by Scott Porter of Jones & Mayer. No formal decisions were made. The meeting was called to order at 6:02 PM and adjourned at 8:07 PM.

• Received a planning, zoning, and land use training presentation from Scott Porter of Jones & Mayer

Visit Fort Bragg

The Caspar Transfer Station Coordinating Committee will discuss a proposal from Solid Waste of Willits, Inc. regarding an increase to fees at the station. The committee will also discuss assignments and tasks for Coastal Transfer Station Project Manager Tom Varga.

• Proposal from Solid Waste of Willits, Inc. regarding fee increases at Caspar Transfer Station
• Discussion of assignments and tasks for Project Manager Tom Varga

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a Coastal Development Permit to upgrade a section of State Route 1 to current ADA standards. This project covers the area from the intersection of SR 1 at SR 20 north to Elm Street. The commission will also review a letter in support of City Council economic development efforts.

• Coastal Development Permit 3-20 for State Route 1 ADA upgrades
• Approval of March 10, 2021, meeting minutes
• Letter in support of City Council economic development efforts

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to continue the public hearing on Coastal Development Permit 3-20 for upgrading State Route 1 to ADA standards to April 14, 2021. The consent calendar, including approval of the March 10, 2021 minutes, was approved. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 6:19 PM.

• Approved consent calendar, including minutes of March 10, 2021.
• Continued CDP 3-20 (SR 1 ADA upgrade) public hearing to April 14, 2021 (Resolution PC04-2021).

Community Development Committee

The Committee will discuss economic development strategies for the Central Business District and a grant application for California State Parks. Members will also receive recommendations regarding commercial cannabis ordinances to be passed to the Planning Commission and City Council.

• Recommendations on commercial cannabis ordinances
• Economic development work plan for the Central Business District
• Rural Recreation and Tourism Grant Program application
• Approval of February 23, 2021 minutes

The Community Development Committee received reports and gave staff direction on three items: an economic development work plan for the Central Business District, a potential Rural Recreation and Tourism Grant application, and commercial cannabis ordinances. No formal votes were taken; the committee recommended the first two staff reports for approval and referred the cannabis report to staff, with a request to split the land use portion for the Planning Commission.

• Gave staff direction on economic development strategies for Central Business District
• Recommended approval of staff report on economic development work plan
• Recommended approval of staff report on Rural Recreation and Tourism Grant application
• Referred commercial cannabis ordinance report to staff
• Requested splitting land use portion of cannabis cultivation policies to Planning Commission

City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will meet via video conference to review several proposed resolutions. Items include a professional services agreement for business loan services and the confirmation of a local emergency. The council will also discuss budget amendments and program guidelines for community development grants.

• Professional services agreement with Parker Lucas & Associates up to $102,013
• Resolution confirming the continued existence of a local emergency
• Mid-year budget amendment 2021-08 for fiscal year 2020-21
• Program guidelines for CDBG Code Enforcement and Microenterprise programs
• List of projects for FY 2021-22 funded by SB-1 road repair funds

The City Council approved the consent calendar with the exception of Item 5C, which was removed so Vice Mayor Morsell-Haye could recuse herself. The council then approved the budget amendment (RES 4371-2021) for mid-year budget adjustments, including an alleyway art project, with a 4-0 vote. Several other resolutions were adopted on the consent calendar, including those for CDBG business loan services, a local emergency, and SB-1 road projects.

• Approved consent calendar items 5A, 5B, 5D-5K, including resolutions for CDBG services, local emergency, and SB-1 road projects.
• Approved budget amendment 2021-08 (RES 4371-2021) for mid-year budget adjustments, with Vice Mayor Morsell-Haye recused.
• Approved minutes from four prior meetings.
• Extended the CV Starr Community Center ad hoc committee for another year.
• Appointed councilmembers to ad hoc committees for economic development and Council Goal #2.

Public Safety Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee scheduled for March 17, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 21, 2021.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review reports regarding drug paraphernalia regulations and youth tobacco sales. The meeting also includes discussions on addressing wildlife feeding on the Coast Trail and an update on a trespassing letter program.

• Updating Chapter 9.28 Drug Paraphernalia and addressing youth tobacco sales
• Addressing wildlife feeding on the Coast Trail
• Staff report on Trespassing Letter Program
• Oral update on departmental activities

The Public Safety Committee approved minutes from its February 17 meetings and discussed three topics. It recommended implementing both a local ordinance and a public education campaign to address wildlife feeding on the Coast Trail, with plans to bring the matter to the City Council. The committee also discussed updating Chapter 9.28 on drug paraphernalia and youth tobacco sales, including a proposed ban on flavored tobacco and more sting operations, but took no formal action. Staff reported on the trespassing letter program and upcoming police department hires and vehicle purchases.

• Approved minutes of February 17, 2021 regular meeting for Council review (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 17, 2021 special meeting for Council review (unanimous)
• Recommended ordinance and public education campaign for wildlife feeding on Coast Trail, to be brought to City Council
• Discussed updating drug paraphernalia and youth tobacco sales ordinance, including flavored tobacco ban and sting operations (no formal action)

Special City Council

The council will hold a special session to consider economic development using community survey results. The council will also meet in closed session with legal counsel regarding three potential litigation claims.

• Discussion of economic development and community survey results
• Closed session regarding a claim from Makayla Hite involving TBRA denial
• Closed session regarding a claim from Richard Garcia regarding police harassment
• Closed session regarding a claim from Makayla Hite for discrimination due to association

The Fort Bragg City Council met in a special session to discuss economic development but took no action. The council also held a closed session to discuss three potential litigation claims, and upon reconvening, the mayor reported no reportable action was taken. The meeting adjourned at 8:21 PM.

• Held a work session on economic development; no action was taken.
• Convened a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation regarding three potential claims; no reportable action was taken.

Planning Commission

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two land use applications. These include a permit for a fence at 420 N. Harbor Drive and a request to change the use of 594 S. Franklin St. to single-family residential.

• Coastal Development Permit and Design Review for a fence at 420 N. Harbor Drive
• Use Permit to change 594 S. Franklin St. to single-family residential
• Approval of February 10, 2021, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a Coastal Development Permit and Design Review to construct a fence at 420 N. Harbor Drive, and approved a Use Permit to change the use of 594 S. Franklin St. to single-family residential. Both approvals were unanimous (5-0). The meeting also included staff introductions, a discussion on training days, and a consent calendar approval.

• Approved Coastal Development Permit 2-20 and Design Review 5-20 for a fence at 420 N. Harbor Drive (Resolution PC02-2021).
• Approved Use Permit 1-21 to change the use of 594 S. Franklin St. to single-family residential (Resolution PC03-2021).
• Approved the consent calendar, including the minutes of February 10, 2021.

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for March 10, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 14, 2021.

City Council

The City Council will discuss a feasibility study for the Mill Site and guidelines for a business assistance loan program. The agenda also includes reviews of the 2020 General Plan and Housing Element progress reports. Additionally, the council will consider a lease extension for the Caspar Transfer Station.

• Professional services agreement with Regional Government Services for Mill Site feasibility study ($124,780.00)
• Adoption of guidelines for the Business Assistance Loan Program
• Lease extension for the Caspar Transfer Station between Mendocino County and Solid Waste of Willits, Inc.
• Presentation on downtown art projects with the Alleyway Art Project
• Permission for Point Arena and Crescent City to use Fort Bragg's ADU construction plans

The City Council directed staff to bring back an $18,000 budget amendment to provide matching funds for the Alleyway Art Project. The Council approved the consent calendar, including resolutions for a business loan program, an economic development study, and a local emergency extension. It also approved a letter supporting the COVID-19 federal relief plan and adopted a resolution consenting to an extension of the Caspar Transfer Station operating agreement. No reportable action was taken in closed session.

• Directed staff to return with an $18k budget amendment for Alleyway Art Project matching funds.
• Approved consent calendar items, including RES 4360-2021 (business loan guidelines), RES 4361-2021 (economic study contract), RES 4362-2021 (ADU plan sharing), and RES 4363-2021 (local emergency).
• Approved a letter supporting the COVID-19 federal relief plan, with staff to research using funds for pension liability.
• Directed staff to proceed with the CDBG-CV2&3 application as presented.
• Accepted the General Plan and Housing Element annual progress reports and directed staff to file them.
• Adopted RES 4364-2021 consenting to an extension of the Caspar Transfer Station operating agreement.
• Took no reportable action in closed session regarding real property negotiations.

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council is holding a work session to conduct the FY 2020/21 mid-year budget review. The session includes discussions regarding budget adjustment requests and long-term financial planning.

• FY 2020/21 mid-year budget review work session
• Review of budget adjustment requests
• Discussion on long-term financial planning

The City Council held a work session to review the FY 2020/21 mid-year budget, hearing department reports and a financial presentation. Council directed staff to bring budget amendments back for formal approval on a future consent calendar, and requested an amendment to include costs for a citywide salary survey. They also asked for a presentation on an alleyway art project and to include $18,000 for it in the next budget amendment. The matter of financial goals was referred to the Finance and Administration Committee for further discussion.

• Directed staff to bring budget amendments back on a future Consent Calendar for formal approval.
• Requested an amendment to include costs for a citywide salary survey.
• Asked staff to arrange a presentation by the alley project group and to include $18,000 for the alleyway art project in the next budget amendment.
• Referred the matter of financial goals to the Finance and Administration Committee for further discussion and input.

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council and the Mendocino Coast Recreation & Park District Board will hold a joint work session. The meeting focuses on reviewing the mid-year budget for the C.V. Starr Community Center for fiscal year 2020/21.

• Mid-year budget review for C.V. Starr Community Center FY 2020/21
• Review of CV Starr Financial Statements for FY 19/20

The Fort Bragg City Council and Mendocino Coast Recreation and Park District held a joint work session to review the CV Starr Community Center mid-year budget for FY 2020/21, assuming the center remains closed for the fiscal year due to the pandemic. No formal decisions were made; staff was directed to bring the budget back for approval on a future consent calendar.

• Directed staff to bring CV Starr budget back for approval on a future Consent Calendar

Finance and Administration Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for March 3, 2021, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 7, 2021.

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council is holding a special session to consider and discuss economic development strategies. The agenda includes presentations on investment models, public-private partnerships, and the city's economic and housing incentives manual.

• Discussion of economic development investment models
• Review of public-private partnership principles and practices
• Review of City of Fort Bragg Economic & Housing Incentives Manual
• Discussion on using local assets to rebuild economies

The Fort Bragg City Council held a special meeting on March 1, 2021, to consider and discuss economic development. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for February 24, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 10, 2021.

Community Development Committee

The Committee will receive a report to provide direction on the City’s Pre-Approved Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Program. Members will also review reports to make recommendations to the Planning Commission regarding updates to cannabis ordinances.

• Direction for the Pre-Approved Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Program
• Recommendations for cannabis ordinance updates
• Approval of September 22, 2020 meeting minutes

The Community Development Committee recommended approval of the city's pre-approved Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) program, which will be presented to the City Council for adoption via resolution. The committee also received a report on cannabis ordinance updates, heard public comments, and continued the item to the next meeting in March, with direction to staff to move the paraphernalia discussion to the Public Safety Committee and keep commercial cultivation out of the CBD.

• Recommended approval of the pre-approved ADU program for City Council adoption via resolution.
• Continued the cannabis ordinance update report to the next Community Development Committee meeting in March.
• Directed staff to move the paraphernalia discussion to the Public Safety Committee.
• Directed staff to keep commercial cultivation out of the CBD.
• Approved the minutes for Council review.

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution supporting the formation of a community land trust to provide affordable housing and homeownership opportunities. The agenda also includes confirming a continued local emergency and administering an oath of office.

• Resolution supporting a 501(c)(3) Community Land Trust for affordable housing
• Resolution confirming the continued existence of a local emergency
• Oath of office for Councilmember Marcia Rafanan Meadlin
• Proclamations for Arbor Week and Women's History Month

The City Council unanimously adopted a resolution supporting the formation of a community land trust to provide permanently affordable housing and homeownership opportunities for very low, low, and moderate income households. The council also approved the consent calendar, including a resolution confirming the continued existence of a local emergency, and approved minutes from prior meetings. Several proclamations were presented, and an ad hoc committee was appointed to review citywide design guidelines.

• Adopted resolution supporting community land trust for affordable housing (5-0)
• Adopted resolution confirming local emergency (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 16, 2021 special meeting
• Approved minutes of February 8, 2021
• Appointed ad hoc committee to review citywide design guidelines

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review staff reports regarding 2020 crime and traffic statistics. The agenda also includes updates on city graffiti abatement and general departmental activities.

• Report on 2020 traffic statistics
• Report on 2020 crime statistics
• Update on City Graffiti Abatement
• Update on departmental activities

The Public Safety Committee meeting was closed without being called to order because a quorum could not be reached. No business was conducted. A special meeting was scheduled for later that day at 3:00 PM.

• Meeting closed without being called to order due to lack of quorum
• Special meeting scheduled for 3:00 PM on February 17, 2021

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will receive reports on 2020 crime and traffic statistics. Staff will also provide updates regarding graffiti abatement and departmental activities.

• Oral update on City Graffiti Abatement
• Report on 2020 traffic statistics
• Report on 2020 crime statistics
• Update on departmental activities

The Public Safety Committee met via video conference and received informational reports only; no formal decisions or votes were taken. Staff presented updates on the graffiti abatement program, 2020 traffic statistics, 2020 crime statistics, and departmental activities.

• Received oral update on City Graffiti Abatement Program
• Received report on 2020 traffic statistics
• Received report on 2020 crime statistics
• Received oral update on departmental activities

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will conduct interviews for a vacant City Council seat. Following these interviews, the council will consider appointing a new member.

• Interviews for a vacant City Council seat
• Consideration of appointment for a new City Councilmember

The Fort Bragg City Council conducted interviews with nine candidates for a vacant council seat and unanimously appointed Marcia Rafanan Meadlin to fill the position until the November 2022 election. The appointment was made by a 4-0 vote after deliberations. No public comments were made during the special meeting.

• Appointed Marcia Rafanan Meadlin to vacant City Council seat until November 2022 election (4-0)

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for February 10, 2021, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 10, 2021.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a fence permit for 420 N. Harbor Drive. The meeting also includes discussions on updating bylaws, the 2021 work schedule, and recommendations for a formula business ordinance.

• Public hearing for a fence permit at 420 N. Harbor Drive
• Resolution to update Planning Commission Bylaws
• Adoption of the 2021 work schedule
• Discussion on recommendations for a Formula Business Ordinance

Finance and Administration Committee

The committee will review a proposal from GovInvest regarding pension actuarial services. Members will also receive the FY 2019-20 Asset Forfeiture Fund year-end report and the first quarter financial report for FY 2020-21.

• GovInvest proposal for Pension Actuarial Services
• FY 2019-20 Asset Forfeiture Fund year-end report and budget reconciliation
• FY 2020-21 first quarter financial report
• Staff oral update on departmental activities

The Finance and Administration Committee approved the minutes from December 3, 2020, and received several financial reports. The committee agreed to forward the GovInvest pension actuarial software proposal to the full City Council for discussion at the Mid-Year Budget meeting. No other formal decisions were made; the remaining items were informational only.

• Approved minutes of December 3, 2020 (2-0)
• Agreed to forward GovInvest pension software proposal to City Council for Mid-Year Budget meeting

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several public safety and administrative items. This includes considering updated tsunami hazard maps and an amendment to the Waste Management franchise agreement. The council will also review police department salary survey results and a proposal for community land trust lending.

• Adoption of updated Tsunami Hazard Maps
• Amendment to the Waste Management franchise agreement extension
• Police Department salary survey results and compensation plan changes
• Formation of a 501(c)(3) public benefit corporation for community land trust lending
• Support for residential services at 441 South Street

The City Council adopted updated tsunami hazard maps, extended the Waste Management franchise agreement by Amendment 7, accepted the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, and approved a salary survey for the police department. It also directed staff to form a non-profit corporation for community land trust lending and supported Redwood Quality Management Company for residential services at The Plateau. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Adopted updated tsunami hazard maps (4-0)
• Approved Amendment 7 extending Waste Management franchise agreement (4-0)
• Accepted Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for FY 2019-20 (4-0)
• Directed staff to form a 501(c)(3) for community land trust lending (4-0)
• Adopted police salary survey results and compensation changes (4-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting Redwood Quality Management Company for The Plateau (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar items including local emergency resolution and compensation plan (4-0)

Finance and Administration Committee

The regular meeting of the Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for February 3, 2021, has been cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for February 10, 2021, and the next regular meeting will be held on March 3, 2021.

Visit Fort Bragg

The Visit Fort Bragg Committee will meet via video conference to review applications for new committee members. Staff will also provide an oral update regarding current committee activities.

• Review of membership applications and appointment of new members
• Oral staff update on Visit Fort Bragg activities
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 21, 2020, and October 20, 2020

The Visit Fort Bragg Committee approved minutes from December 21, 2020, and October 20, 2020, and appointed Nancy Bennett, Barbara Bruce, and Megan Caron to fill three vacancies. The committee also received an update on marketing efforts, including the Winter Visitation Promotion and upcoming Restaurant Week in March.

• Approved minutes of December 21, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 20, 2020 (unanimous)
• Appointed Nancy Bennett, Barbara Bruce, and Megan Caron to the committee (unanimous)

Special City Council

The special meeting of the Fort Bragg City Council scheduled for February 1, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 8, 2021, at 6:00 PM.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for January 27, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 10, 2021.

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will meet to consider a resolution regarding the assumption and amendment of the Fort Bragg Solid Waste Franchise Agreement. The meeting includes reviewing reports and documentation related to Resolution 21-023.

• Resolution 21-023: Assumption and amendment of the Fort Bragg Solid Waste Franchise Agreement

The special meeting was called to order but the sole agenda item — a resolution to assume and amend the Fort Bragg Solid Waste Franchise Agreement — was continued to Monday, February 1, 2021 at 5:30 PM due to a staff emergency. Public comments were received before the continuation. No substantive decisions were made.

• Continued solid waste franchise agreement item to Feb. 1, 2021 at 5:30 PM

Community Development Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Community Development Committee scheduled for January 26, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 23, 2021.

City Council

The City Council will consider proposed water and wastewater rate increases for the 2020-2021 fiscal year. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding an appeal for a microbusiness permit at 144 N. Franklin Street. Additionally, the Council will review contracts for planning services and transportation studies.

• Public hearing on appeal for Sunshine Holistic Microbusiness at 144 N. Franklin Street
• Proposed FY 20/21 water and wastewater rate increase
• Contract amendment with M-Group for planning services up to $46,146.00
• Agreement with Fehr & Peers for a transportation study up to $49,935

Public Safety Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee scheduled for January 20, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 17, 2021.

• No items scheduled due to cancellation

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for January 13, 2021, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 10, 2021.

• No items were scheduled due to the meeting cancellation

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for January 13, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 27, 2021.

• Meeting cancellation

City Council

The City Council will consider a preferred location for the upcoming winter shelter. They will also discuss the reuse of the former Georgia Pacific Mill Site and an urgency ordinance regarding COVID-19 business operations.

• Preferred location for the Winter Shelter (Feb 15 to March 31, 2021)
• Contract amendment with LACO Associates, Inc. up to $38,044
• Urgency Ordinance No. 963-2021 regarding COVID-19 zoning waivers
• Reuse of the former Georgia Pacific Mill Site
• Amendment to Waste Management franchise agreement

The City Council directed staff to use the old rec center (City Hall East) instead of the CV Starr Community Center if a city-owned facility is needed for the winter shelter after February 15. The council also adopted an urgency ordinance waiving certain zoning requirements to help businesses affected by COVID-19 health orders, and approved a contract amendment for the Grocery Outlet project. Three of four councilmembers agreed to defer the water/wastewater rate increase, which will not appear on the next utility bill.

• Directed staff to use old rec center (City Hall East) as preferred backup winter shelter site (unanimous)
• Adopted Urgency Ordinance 963-2021 waiving certain zoning requirements for COVID-affected businesses (4-0)
• Approved $38,044 contract amendment with LACO Associates for Grocery Outlet planning services (3-0, Mayor recused)
• Approved Amendment No. 6 to Waste Management franchise agreement (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 4341-2021 updating Personnel Rules and Regulations (consent)
• Adopted Resolution 4342-2021 accepting Highway 1 Sewer Repair Project completion (consent)
• Adopted Resolution 4343-2021 confirming local emergency (consent)
• Adopted RS Resolution 29-2021 approving ROPS 21-22 (consent)

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will hold a special closed session to discuss the potential acquisition of real property. Negotiators will meet to discuss terms and price regarding 90 W. Redwood Ave.

• Negotiation for possible acquisition of 90 W. Redwood Ave. (APN 018-430-22-00)
• Discussion of acquisition terms and price with Georgia Pacific Corporation

The Fort Bragg City Council met in special closed session on January 7, 2021, to discuss the possible acquisition of real property at 90 W. Redwood Ave. (APN 018-430-22-00) from Georgia Pacific Corporation. No decisions were made in open session; the item was limited to closed-session negotiations regarding terms and price. The meeting was procedural and adjourned without public action.

• Held closed session to discuss real property acquisition terms (no public vote)

Finance and Administration Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for January 6, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 6, 2021.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will select a new Chair and Vice-Chair. The commission will also review a report and make recommendations regarding an ordinance to regulate formula businesses within the Inland Land Use and Development Code.

• Selection of Planning Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of report for an ordinance regulating formula businesses
• Proposed amendments to Title 18 of the Fort Bragg Municipal Code