Fort Bragg public meetings in 2022

Community Development Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Community Development Committee scheduled for December 27, 2022, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 24 at 3:00 PM.

City Council

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg City Council scheduled for December 26, 2022, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, January 9, 2023.

• Cancellation of the December 26, 2022, City Council meeting

Public Safety Committee

The committee will hold discussions regarding Flock cameras and the increase of fentanyl in the community. Staff will also provide an oral update on departmental activities.

• Discussion regarding Flock Cameras
• Discussion regarding Increase Of Fentanyl In The Community
• Staff update on departmental activities
• Approval of February 16, 2022 meeting minutes

The committee reviewed a proposal to install Flock license plate cameras at an estimated cost of $48,000 for two years. Chair Peters suggested the purchase be sent to the City Council for final approval to maintain transparency. No formal vote was taken on the purchase.

• Approved minutes from February 16, 2022 meeting
• Proposed $48,000 purchase of Flock license plate cameras for City Council approval

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review reportable items for the first quarter of fiscal year 2022-23. This includes reviewing treasury reports, disbursements, and contracts under $25,000 approved by the City Manager.

• Approval of November 9, 2022, meeting minutes
• Q1 FY 2022-23 Treasury Report
• July-September 2022 disbursements list
• Contracts under $25,000 approved by the City Manager
• Staff oral update on departmental activities

The committee approved the minutes from the November 9, 2022 meeting. Members received reports on Quarter 1 FY 22-23 financial items and an update on the city's audit and financial reporting award.

• Approved minutes of November 9, 2022 (2-0)

Planning Commission

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission will consider a resolution for CalTrans ADA upgrades to Highway One. The commission will also review an application to convert a structure at 645 E. Redwood Avenue into an accessory dwelling unit.

• CalTrans ADA upgrades to Highway One
• Conversion of a residential structure at 645 E. Redwood Avenue to an ADU
• Resolution authorizing remote meetings during the State of Emergency

The Commission approved a resolution for Coastal Development Permit 6-22 and Design Review 18-22 regarding CalTrans ADA upgrades to Highway One. The body also authorized the continued use of remote telephonic meetings during the state of emergency. A discussion on Millsite zoning was scheduled for a January meeting.

• Approved CalTrans ADA Upgrades to Highway One resolution (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-609 to authorize remote telephonic meetings (5-0)
• Approved November 30, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Agreed to agendize discussion on Millsite zoning for January

City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will conduct a reorganization following the November 2022 election, including selecting a Mayor and Vice Mayor. The Council will also consider awarding a $299,276.54 contract for the Bollard and Street Light Project. Additionally, the agenda includes approving design services for facility remodels and appointing Planning Commissioners.

• Selection of Mayor and Vice Mayor
• $299,276.54 contract award to Fort Bragg Electric, Inc. for Bollard and Street Light Project
• Scope of work for Town Hall and facilities remodel design services
• Appointment of Planning Commissioners

The City Council reorganized its leadership, electing Bernie Norvell as Mayor and Jason Godeke as Vice Mayor. The council also appointed four members to the Planning Commission and approved a contract for a bollard and street light project. Several administrative resolutions regarding emergency meetings and local emergencies were adopted via the consent calendar.

• Adopted resolution declaring November 8, 2022 election results (5-0)
• Elected Bernie Norvell as Mayor (5-0)
• Elected Jason Godeke as Vice Mayor (5-0)
• Approved Planning Commission appointments for Jary Stavely, David Jensen, Stan Miklose, and Jeremy Logan (5-0)
• Awarded $299,276.54 Bollard and Street Light Project contract to Fort Bragg Electric, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved design services RFP for Town Hall & Facilities Remodel Project (5-0)
• Adopted resolution to continue remote telephonic meetings during state of emergency (5-0)
• Adopted resolution confirming continued existence of local emergency (5-0)

Visit Fort Bragg

The committee will receive updates from the Idea Cooperative and the Special Events Subcommittee. The meeting also includes consideration of applications to appoint new committee members.

• Update from Idea Cooperative
• Oral update from VFB Special Events Subcommittee
• Consideration of new committee member appointments

The Visit Fort Bragg Committee appointed three members to fill vacancies created by terming-out members. The committee also received promotional updates from the Idea Cooperative and a report on the Winter Wonderland Event.

• Appointed Barb Bruce, Lia Morsell, and Jamie Peters to the Visit Fort Bragg Committee (unanimous)

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for December 8, 2022, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 12, 2023.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a resolution for CalTrans ADA upgrades to Highway One. The agenda also includes approving recent meeting minutes and authorizing continued remote meetings.

• Resolution for CalTrans ADA Upgrades to Highway One
• Approval of October 19, 2022, meeting minutes
• Approval of November 9, 2022, meeting minutes
• Resolution to continue remote meetings during the State of Emergency

The Planning Commission continued a public hearing regarding Coastal Development Permit 6-22 and Design Review 18-22 for CalTrans ADA upgrades to Highway One. The commission determined more information was needed to make a decision. The hearing is rescheduled for December 14, 2022.

• Approved minutes of October 19, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 9, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution RES PC28-2022 to authorize remote telephonic meetings (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for CalTrans ADA upgrades to Highway One to Dec 14, 2022 (3-2)

City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will consider a resolution to authorize the purchase of approximately 582 acres from the Mendocino Coast Recreation and Park District for up to $2,420,579. The council will also review playground design and discuss policies regarding electronic device use during meetings.

• Purchase of ~582 acres from Mendocino Coast Recreation and Park District (up to $2,420,579)
• Presentation on final playground design and procurement direction
• Amendment to composting services agreement with Cold Creek Compost, Inc.
• Extension of parking in-lieu fee waiver for Central Business District
• Transfer of Assistant City Manager and Grants Coordinator classifications

The City Council authorized the purchase of approximately 582 acres from the Mendocino Coast Recreation and Park District to improve drought water delivery. The council also approved several administrative resolutions, a new electronic device policy for meetings, and a fee waiver policy for planning appeals.

• Approved purchase of 582+/- acres from Mendocino Coast Recreation and Park District for up to $2,420,579 (5-0)
• Approved policy governing use of electronic devices during public meetings (5-0)
• Approved fee waiver policy for appeals of Planning Commission decisions (5-0)
• Extended temporary waiver of parking in-lieu fees for Central Business District changes of use (5-0)
• Readopted Master Traffic Resolution (5-0)
• Approved amendment to composting services agreement with Cold Creek Compost, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved transfer of staff classifications and Budget Amendment 2022/23-10 (5-0)
• Confirmed continued existence of local emergency and authorization of remote meetings (5-0)

Planning Commission

There will be no Planning Commission meeting on Wednesday, November 23, 2022. A special meeting is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, November 30, 2022.

Community Development Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Community Development Committee scheduled for November 22, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 27 at 3:00 P.M.

• No items listed due to cancellation

Public Safety Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee scheduled for November 16, 2022, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 21, 2022.

City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will consider rescinding Stage 2 water restrictions and applying for permanent local housing allocation funding. The council is also reviewing a transfer of code enforcement duties to the Police Department. Other items include approving various professional service contracts and budget amendments.

• Rescinding Stage 2 Water Warning and all water restrictions
• Application for Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funding
• Transferring Code Enforcement from Community Development to the Police Department
• Contract with Lechowicz & Tseng for Impact Fee Nexus Study up to $59,985
• Increasing Coleman Engineering contract for Raw Water Line Replacement Project up to $109,734

The City Council approved a strategic plan to implement recommendations from the Citizens Commission and applied for Permanent Local Housing Allocation funding. The council also rescinded the Stage 2 Water Warning Declaration and approved several professional service contracts for infrastructure and city studies.

• Approved strategic plan to implement six recommendations from the Citizens Commission (5-0)
• Approved application for Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funding (5-0)
• Rescinded Stage 2 Water Warning Declaration and all water restrictions (5-0)
• Approved $59,985 contract with Lechowicz & Tseng for Impact Fee Nexus Study (5-0)
• Approved $109,734 for additional design services for Raw Water Line Replacement Project (5-0)
• Approved $6,500 contract increase for Regional Government Services compensation study (5-0)
• Approved transfer of Code Enforcement to Police Department and new staff positions (5-0)
• Approved contract with Mendocino County Department of Social Services for Extreme Winter Shelter (5-0)

Visit Fort Bragg

The committee will receive updates from the Idea Cooperative and two subcommittees. Members will also review a report regarding busking for First Fridays. Additionally, the committee will review membership applications and direct staff to publicize open seats for December 2022 appointments.

• Report on Busking for First Fridays
• Review of Visit Fort Bragg Membership Status Application
• Update from Idea Cooperative
• Update from VFB Special Events Subcommittee
• Update from Arts and Culture Subcommittee

The committee decided to apply for two limited term permits for busking: one for First Fridays and one for the holiday season. The board also approved the minutes from the October 13, 2022 meeting. Other items included updates on tourism promotion and downtown signage.

• Approved October 13, 2022 minutes (4-1 abstain)
• Decided to apply for two limited term busking permits (one for First Fridays, one for holiday season)
• Tabled review of membership status applications to December 8, 2022

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for November 10, 2022, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 8, 2022.

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will consider a recommendation for the City Council regarding the General Plan Maintenance Fee. The committee will also receive a report on Q2 2022 sales tax and business activity. Additionally, staff will provide updates on departmental activities and electronic device use policies.

• Recommendation to City Council on the General Plan Maintenance Fee
• Q2 2022 Sales Tax and Business Activity report from Thomas Adams
• Report on policy governing electronic device use during public meetings
• Staff update on departmental activities

The Finance and Administration Committee reviewed reports on sales tax activity and departmental updates. The committee recommended that the City Council review the proposed General Plan Maintenance Fee and a new policy governing electronic device use during public meetings.

• Approved October 12, 2022 minutes
• Recommended General Plan Maintenance Fee report be presented to City Council
• Recommended electronic device use policy be brought forward for City Council review

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a mixed-use development project at 840 S. Franklin Street. The agenda also includes approving previous meeting minutes and a resolution for continued remote meetings during the state of emergency.

• Public hearing for mixed-use development at 840 S. Franklin Street
• Approval of September 28, 2022, meeting minutes
• Resolution to continue remote meetings during the state of emergency

The Commission approved a Coastal Development Permit, Use Permit, and Design Review for a mixed-use project at 840 S. Franklin Street. The approval included amendments regarding CEQA exemption and sidewalk construction requirements. The Commission also approved the September 28 meeting minutes and a resolution to continue remote meetings.

• Approved mixed-use development at 840 S. Franklin Street (5-0)
• Approved September 28, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted resolution to continue remote telephonic meetings (5-0)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for October 26, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 9, 2022.

Community Development Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Community Development Committee scheduled for October 25, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 22, 2022.

City Council

The City Council will discuss street rehabilitation locations and a contract for body-worn camera equipment. The agenda also includes a proposal regarding tennis and pickleball at Bainbridge Park and an amendment to composting services. Additionally, applicants for the Noyo Harbor Commission will be interviewed.

• Contract with AXON Enterprises, Inc. for body-worn camera equipment up to $87,031.29
• Street Rehabilitation Project locations and funding application
• Amendment to agreement with Cold Creek Compost, Inc. for composting services
• Proposal regarding pickleball and tennis at Bainbridge Park
• USDA grant application for two fleet vehicles and a dump truck

The City Council approved a contract with AXON Enterprises for body-worn camera equipment and storage services not to exceed $87,031.29 (5-0). Grant Downie was appointed to the Noyo Harbor Commission (5-0). The Council also approved a resolution programming street rehabilitation projects and committing match funding for a Local Partnership Program application (5-0), and approved Amendment No. 2 to the Cold Creek Compost agreement (5-0). In closed session, the Council authorized initiation of one litigation case.

• Approved $87,031.29 body-worn camera contract with AXON Enterprises (5-0)
• Appointed Grant Downie to Noyo Harbor Commission (5-0)
• Approved resolution programming street rehabilitation projects and committing match funding (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Cold Creek Compost agreement (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including CDBG utility assistance guidelines, water master plan RFP, emergency extension, remote meetings authorization, salary reclassification, and grant application for fleet vehicles (5-0)
• Directed long-term Bainbridge Park court use: west court tennis only, east court shared tennis/pickleball; formed ad hoc committee for rules
• Authorized initiation of one litigation case in closed session

Public Safety Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee scheduled for October 19, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 16, 2022.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider two development projects. These include a proposed use permit for the C&S Waste Transfer Station and a coastal development permit for removing underground gasoline tanks.

• Use Permit 4-22 and Zoning Determination 1-22 for C&S Waste Transfer Station at 1280 N Main Street
• Coastal Development Permit 4-21 for removal of underground gasoline storage tanks at 225 N. Main Street
• Resolution to continue authorizing remote meetings during the State of Emergency

The Planning Commission approved a use permit and mitigated negative declaration for a C&S Waste Transfer Station at 1280 N Main Street, adding special conditions on dust control, runoff, landscaping, and invasive plant removal. The commission also approved a coastal development permit to remove underground gasoline storage tanks at 225 N. Main Street. Both items passed 4-0 with one absence.

• Approved Resolution PC 23-2022 adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the C&S Waste Transfer Station, as amended
• Approved Resolution PC 24-2022 approving Use Permit 4-22 and Zoning Determination 1-22 for the C&S Waste Transfer Station, with added special conditions on paving, runoff, native landscaping, and a 5-year weed abatement program with a $3,000 bond
• Approved Resolution PC 25-2022 approving Coastal Development Permit 4-21 for removal of underground gasoline storage tanks at 225 N. Main Street
• Adopted Resolution PC 22-2022 on consent to continue authorizing remote telephonic meetings during the state of emergency

Visit Fort Bragg

The Visit Fort Bragg committee will receive updates from the Idea Cooperative and the Special Events Subcommittee. The committee will also review a report regarding downtown busking to provide direction.

• Approval of September 8, 2022 minutes
• Update from Idea Cooperative
• Oral update from VFB Special Events Subcommittee
• Report and direction regarding Downtown Busking

The committee approved the minutes from September 8, 2022, and received updates on the promotion calendar from The Idea Cooperative and on the upcoming Magic Market event. Discussion on a proposed limited-term permit for downtown busking was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of September 8, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued discussion on limited-term busking permit to next meeting

Public Works and Facilities Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items and a departmental report. The committee will review and approve minutes from the August 11 and September 8, 2022, meetings and hear an oral report from the Public Works Director.

• Approval of August 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of September 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public Works Director oral report on departmental activities

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for October 12, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Wednesday, October 26, at 6:00 P.M.

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review the FY 2021-22 Asset Forfeiture Fund year-end report and budget reconciliation. Staff will also provide an oral update on departmental activities. The committee is scheduled to approve minutes from the September 22, 2022 meeting.

• FY 21-22 Asset Forfeiture Fund Year-End Report and Budget Reconciliation
• Oral update from staff on departmental activities
• Approval of September 22, 2022 meeting minutes

The Finance and Administration Committee approved the minutes of the September 22, 2022 meeting. They received the Asset Forfeiture Fund Year-End Report and discussed using state funds for soccer fields and training, and federal funds for a large purchase to zero out the balance. An oral update on departmental activities included progress on integrating CV Starr's finances and a reminder of no water shut-offs in December.

• Approved minutes of September 22, 2022 (2-0)
• Received Asset Forfeiture Fund Year-End Report and budget reconciliation (no vote recorded)
• Discussed spending federal asset forfeiture funds on a large purchase to zero balance (no action taken)
• Discussed using state funds for soccer fields and SWAT team training (no action taken)
• Received oral update on finance department activities including CV Starr integration and water shut-off moratorium (no action taken)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Draft Environmental Impact Report for a proposed Grocery Outlet. The agenda also includes consideration of design contracts for fire station and street rehabilitation projects.

• Public hearing on Draft Environmental Impact Report for proposed Grocery Outlet
• Professional services agreement for Fire Station Rehabilitation Project up to $199,000
• Contract amendment for 2022 Streets Rehabilitation Project up to $32,900
• Ordinance to increase City Councilmember salaries
• Resolution endorsing Measure O

The City Council approved a $199,000 professional services agreement with Gutierrez/Associates Architects & Planners for design and engineering services for the Fire Station Rehabilitation Project. The council also adopted several ordinances and resolutions on the consent calendar, including updating the city's salary schedule and endorsing Measure O. A public hearing was held on the Draft Environmental Impact Report for a proposed Grocery Outlet, but no action was taken. The council directed staff to pursue funding for inclusionary and workforce housing under the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program.

• Approved Resolution 4610-2022 authorizing a $199,000 contract with Gutierrez/Associates Architects & Planners for Fire Station Rehabilitation Project design and engineering services.
• Adopted Ordinance 982-2022 repealing and replacing Title 1 (General Provisions) of the Fort Bragg Municipal Code.
• Adopted Ordinance 983-2022 increasing salaries of City Councilmembers.
• Adopted Resolution 4605-2022 updating the Master Salary Compensation Schedule to add a Special Investigator classification.
• Adopted Resolution 4606-2022 authorizing a $32,900 contract amendment with R.E.Y. Engineers for the 2022 Streets Rehabilitation Project design.
• Adopted Resolution 4607-2022 endorsing Measure O.
• Adopted Resolution 4608-2022 confirming the continued existence of a local emergency.
• Adopted Resolution 4609-2022 authorizing continued remote telephonic meetings during the state of emergency.

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will meet to consider grant applications for a seawater desalination buoy design pilot study and the Mendocino Community Climate Collaborative. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Indigenous Peoples Day.

• Grant application for Oneka Seawater Desalination Buoy Design Pilot Study
• Letter of commitment to the Mendocino Community Climate Collaborative grant application
• Proclamation of October 10, 2022, as Indigenous Peoples Day

The Fort Bragg City Council approved a resolution authorizing a grant application for the Oneka Seawater Desalination Buoy Design Pilot Study and approved a letter of commitment to participate in the Mendocino Community Climate Collaborative grant application. Both items were approved unanimously on the consent calendar. The meeting also included a proclamation recognizing October 10, 2022 as Indigenous Peoples Day.

• Adopted Resolution RES 4604-2022 authorizing grant application for Oneka Seawater Desalination Buoy Design Pilot Study (5-0)
• Approved letter of commitment to participate in Mendocino Community Climate Collaborative grant application (5-0)
• Proclaimed October 10, 2022 as Indigenous Peoples Day

Planning Commission

The commission will receive a staff update regarding Mill Site activities and a presentation on the City Council Anti-Bullying Policy. The agenda also includes approving meeting minutes from July and August 2022 and authorizing continued remote meetings.

• Staff update regarding Mill Site activities
• Presentation regarding City Council Anti-Bullying Policy
• Resolution to continue authorizing remote meetings during the State of Emergency
• Approval of July 27, 2022, and August 17, 2022, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a consent calendar including a resolution to continue remote telephonic meetings during the state of emergency and minutes from July and August 2022. They also received a staff update on Mill Site activities, covering earthquake safety, hazardous waste remediation, and Coastal Commission issues, as well as a presentation on a proposed anti-bullying policy for City Council meetings.

• Adopted Resolution RES PC21-2022 authorizing continued remote meetings during the state of emergency (4-0)
• Approved minutes of July 27, 2022 Planning Commission meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 17, 2022 Planning Commission meeting (4-0)

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will meet via video conference to conduct business. The agenda includes a discussion regarding busking within the Central Business District and the approval of minutes from the August 23, 2022 meeting.

• Discussion on Busking In the Central Business District
• Approval of August 23, 2022, meeting minutes

The Community Development Committee discussed potential amendments to the busking code for the Central Business District, including allowing unamplified busking and using limited-term permits. No decisions were made; staff was directed to report back after the Visit Fort Bragg Committee meeting. The committee also approved minutes from the August 23 meeting and received updates on a downtown parking study.

• Approved minutes of August 23, 2022 meeting (2-0)
• Discussed but took no action on busking code amendments
• Directed staff to share Visit Fort Bragg Committee outcomes at next meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances to increase Councilmember salaries and update the municipal code. The agenda also includes adopting a new anti-bullying policy and reviewing various employee pay rate resolutions.

• Ordinance 983-2022 to increase City Councilmember salaries
• Adoption of a new Anti-Bullying Policy
• Contract amendment with SHN Consulting Engineers & Geologists, Inc. up to $50,000
• Resolution endorsing Measure P for Mendocino County fire protection
• USDA grant application for two fleet vehicles and a dump truck

The City Council unanimously adopted an anti-bullying policy amended to cover elected officials, appointed officials, and community members, not just city employees. The Council also approved pay rates for executive management positions, introduced an ordinance to increase councilmember salaries by $6,825 per year, and directed staff to apply for state grant funding for a wave-powered desalination pilot study.

• Adopted anti-bullying policy covering employees, elected/appointed officials, and community members (5-0)
• Approved pay rates for Police Chief ($139,713.60) and Finance Director ($102,523.20) (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved pay rate for City Manager ($178,000) (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Introduced ordinance to increase councilmember salaries by $6,825/year (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance repealing and replacing Title 1 of municipal code (5-0)
• Directed staff to apply for state grant for wave-powered desalination pilot study
• Adopted resolution endorsing Measure P for fire protection (consent calendar)
• Continued USDA grant application for fleet vehicles to future meeting

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will receive an oral report and provide direction to staff regarding the waiving of fees for City services. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the September 14, 2022, meeting.

• Direction to staff regarding waiving fees for City services
• Approval of September 14, 2022, meeting minutes

The committee received a report on waiving fees for city services, including Town Hall community meetings and public hearing appeals. City Manager Ducey recommended uniform procedures requiring applicants to be within 300 feet of the project, demonstrate financial hardship, and be limited to one waiver per year. No decisions were made; the item was discussed only.

• Approved minutes of September 14, 2022
• Discussed but took no action on fee waiver policy for city services

Public Safety Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee scheduled for September 21, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 19, 2022.

Finance and Administration Committee

The committee will receive a recommendation on a Section 115 investment strategy using PARS to address future unfunded liabilities with CalPERS. Members will also discuss providing direction on waiving fees for city services and receive departmental updates.

• Recommendation on Section 115 Investment Strategy with PARS
• Direction regarding waiving fees for City Services
• Staff update on departmental activities
• Approval of August 10, 2022, meeting minutes

The committee received a recommendation from staff and PARS on a Section 115 trust investment strategy to pre-fund the city's future CalPERS unfunded liability. After discussion, both members agreed with the staff recommendation of an active moderately conservative strategy. The item on waiving fees for city services was continued to a future meeting due to the city manager's absence.

• Approved minutes of August 10, 2022 as presented
• Recommended active moderately conservative investment strategy for Section 115 trust (unanimous)
• Continued item on waiving fees for city services to a future meeting

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for September 14, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 28, 2022.

City Council

The City Council will review a presentation regarding support for Measure P on the November ballot. A public hearing is scheduled to discuss updated fees for planning and development services. Additionally, the Council will consider implementing Stage 2 mandatory water conservation measures.

• Consideration of support for Measure P on the November ballot
• Public hearing regarding updated planning and development service fees
• Implementation of Stage 2 mandatory water conservation measures
• Contract with Fort Bragg Electric for radar sign replacement ($49,837)
• Employment agreement for City/District Manager Peggy Ducey

The Fort Bragg City Council voted unanimously to declare a Stage 2 Water Warning and implement mandatory water conservation measures. The Council also approved updated fees for planning and development services, and authorized a Request for Proposals for environmental review of the Mill Pond remediation project. A resolution updating the Master Salary Schedules was adopted 4-0-1, with Councilmember Peters abstaining.

• Adopted Stage 2 mandatory water conservation measures (5-0)
• Adopted updated fees for planning and development services (5-0)
• Adopted updated fees for miscellaneous city/district services (5-0)
• Approved RFP for environmental review of Mill Pond remediation (4-1)
• Adopted resolution updating Master Salary Schedules (4-0-1)
• Approved consent calendar including multiple contracts and grants (5-0)
• Directed staff to bring Title 1 code changes back for introduction on Sept 26
• No reportable action taken in closed session

Visit Fort Bragg

The Visit Fort Bragg committee will review minutes from four previous 2022 meetings. Members will also hear oral updates from the Special Events and Arts & Culture subcommittees, as well as an update from The Idea Cooperative. Staff will provide information regarding the next quarterly downtown merchant meeting.

• Approval of June, July, and August 2022 meeting minutes
• Update from The Idea Cooperative
• Oral update from VFB Special Events Subcommittee
• Oral update from VFB Arts & Culture Subcommittee
• Staff update regarding next Quarterly Downtown Meeting

The committee approved minutes from June, July, and two August meetings. They received updates on a photo contest, an upcoming Magic Market event, and arts and culture plans. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of June 23, 2022
• Approved minutes of July 21, 2022
• Approved minutes of August 11, 2022
• Approved minutes of August 18, 2022

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The Public Works and Facilities Committee will hear an oral report from the Public Works Director regarding departmental updates and items of interest. The committee will also review and approve minutes from the August 11, 2022, meeting.

• Approval of August 11, 2022, meeting minutes
• Public Works Director oral report on departmental updates

The Public Works and Facilities Committee met on September 8, 2022, but lacked a quorum, so no votes or decisions were taken. The meeting included an oral report from Director John Smith on projects like pickleball courts, street rehabilitation, and EV charging stations, and Acting Chair Tess Albin-Smith suggested bringing the pickleball issue to City Council. The minutes from the previous meeting were also not approved due to the lack of a quorum.

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council is holding a special meeting via video conference. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss public employment related to the City Manager position.

• Closed session discussion regarding City Manager public employment

The Fort Bragg City Council met in special closed session to discuss the employment of the City Manager. No reportable action was taken on the item, and the meeting adjourned shortly after reconvening to open session.

• Held closed session on City Manager employment (no reportable action)

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council met in special closed session to discuss anticipated litigation with one potential case. No reportable action was taken on the closed session item, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Held closed session under Gov. Code §54956.9 for one potential litigation case
• No reportable action taken on closed session item

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for August 24, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2022.

• Meeting cancellation

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will review the minutes from the July 26, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a presentation regarding guided tours on the Coastal Trail and an oral update on Central Business District revitalization efforts.

• Presentation by Ron White regarding Guided Tours on the Coastal Trail
• Oral update on Central Business District Revitalization Efforts
• Approval of July 26, 2022 meeting minutes

The Community Development Committee approved the July 26, 2022 meeting minutes for City Council review. Staff were directed to bring the issue of busking (currently not allowed per municipal code) back as an agendized item for further discussion. A presentation on guided tours of the Coastal Trail was received, and an oral update on Central Business District revitalization was provided.

• Approved July 26, 2022 meeting minutes for Council review (2-0)
• Directed staff to agendize busking discussion for next meeting

City Council

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg City Council scheduled for August 22, 2022, has been cancelled pursuant to Resolution 4544-2022. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 12, 2022.

• Cancellation of the August 22, 2022, City Council meeting

Visit Fort Bragg

The Visit Fort Bragg committee will receive a report regarding the fiscal year 2022/23 budget. The meeting includes providing direction to staff concerning this budget.

• Review of VFB FY 22/23 Budget Report
• American Lighting Quote & Specs

The Visit Fort Bragg board approved the FY 22/23 budget for three shoulder season events: Magic Market, Winter Wonderland, and Spring Undefined Block Party. They also selected option 1 for the Bistro Lighting. The meeting was held via video conference with 8 members present and 1 absent.

• Approved FY 22/23 budget for shoulder season events (Magic Market, Winter Wonderland, Spring Undefined Block Party)
• Selected option 1 for Bistro Lighting

Public Safety Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee scheduled for August 17, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 21, 2022.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Design Review 14-22 for Tall Man Brewing at 362 N. Franklin St. The commission will also consider a resolution to continue authorizing remote and telephonic meetings during the state of emergency.

• Design Review 14-22 for Tall Man Brewing at 362 N. Franklin St.
• Resolution 22-4124A to authorize continued remote and telephonic meetings

The commission approved a design review for Tall Man Brewing at 362 N. Franklin St. after a public hearing, adopting the resolution as amended to remove a special condition about the corner sign's arrow shape. The vote was unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Design Review 14-22 for Tall Man Brewing at 362 N. Franklin St. (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution RES PC20-2022 as amended, striking Special Condition Two on corner sign shape
• Adopted Resolution RES PC19-2022 on consent calendar to continue remote telephonic meetings during state of emergency

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The Public Works Director will provide an oral report regarding departmental updates and items of interest. The committee will also review the minutes from the July 14, 2022, meeting.

• Approval of July 14, 2022, meeting minutes
• Public Works Director oral report on departmental updates
• Discussion regarding pickleball

The Public Works and Facilities Committee met and received an oral report from Director John Smith covering water supply, conservation, infrastructure projects, and other departmental updates. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the only action was approving the previous meeting's minutes. The committee discussed pickleball court options and noted that Bainbridge Park tennis courts will not be re-striped at this time.

• Approved minutes of July 14, 2022 (2-0)
• Bainbridge Park tennis courts will not be re-striped at this time (discussion only)

Visit Fort Bragg

The committee will receive an update from the Idea Cooperative regarding Visit Fort Bragg efforts and an oral update from the Special Event Sub Committee. Members will also discuss the frequency and preferred date and time for regular committee meetings.

• Update from Idea Cooperative on Visit Fort Bragg efforts
• Oral update from Special Event Sub Committee
• Discussion on frequency and preferred date/time for regular committee meetings
• Approval of June 23, 2022, and July 21, 2022, meeting minutes

The Visit Fort Bragg committee postponed approval of June and July minutes due to software viewing issues. They received updates on marketing efforts and the Magic Market event, and scheduled a special meeting for August 18 to approve the event budget. The next regular meeting was set for September 8 at 11 AM.

• Postponed approval of June 23, 2022 minutes (viewing issues)
• Postponed approval of July 21, 2022 minutes (viewing issues)
• Scheduled special meeting for August 18, 2022 at 11 AM to approve Magic Market budget
• Set next regular meeting for September 8, 2022 at 11 AM

Finance and Administration Committee

The committee will review a report on Q1 2022 sales tax and business activity. Members will also consider recommending that the City Council hold a public hearing regarding the FY 2022-2023 city-wide fee schedule. Additionally, the committee will receive reports on treasury, budget transfers, and departmental activities.

• Review of proposed City-Wide Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
• Q1 2022 Sales Tax and Business Activity report from Thomas Adams
• Report on contracts under $25,000 approved by the City Manager
• Review of Treasury Report and disbursements for Q4 FY 2021-22

The Finance and Administration Committee received a report on the proposed fee schedule for FY 2022-2023, which is updated every three years. The committee recommended that the City Council conduct a public hearing to review the fees. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining items were informational reports.

• Recommended City Council conduct a public hearing on city-wide fees for FY 2022-2023
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2022 meeting
• Approved minutes of June 21, 2022 meeting

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for Wednesday, August 10, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 24, at 6:00 P.M.

City Council

The City Council will consider a proposal for a 3/8-cent general transaction and use tax. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding employee compensation plans and budget amendments. Additionally, the council will review grant applications and an operating agreement for the C.V. Starr Community Center.

• Proposed 3/8-cent General Transaction and Use Tax measure
• Compensation plans for mid-management, executive, and non-bargaining staff
• Operating agreement for the C.V. Starr Community Center
• 2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding application
• Completion of the 2021 Cure-in-Place Pipe (CIPP) Project

The City Council unanimously agreed not to bring a proposed 3/8-cent general transaction and use tax measure to voters, citing timing concerns. The council approved several resolutions, including compensation plans for city employees, a budget amendment for cost-of-living adjustments, and an operating agreement for the C.V. Starr Community Center. A letter of support for Mendocino County's grant application for Noyo Harbor District was approved, with the mayor abstaining.

• Approved compensation plan for exempt mid-management classifications (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved compensation plan for exempt at-will executive classifications (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved compensation plan for non-bargaining and confidential classifications (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved operating agreement with Mendocino Coast Recreation and Park District for C.V. Starr Community Center (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for Noyo Harbor District grant application (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted resolution for 2022 CDBG funding application (5-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing LATA program funds application (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for CERF program (5-0)

Visit Fort Bragg

The provided agenda contains only procedural information for the July 28, 2022, meeting of the Caspar Transfer Station Joint Coordinating Committee. No specific discussion or decision items are listed in this document.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a use permit for a brewery and restaurant at 362 N. Franklin St. The commission will also review minutes from the June 22, 2022 meeting and a resolution regarding continuing remote meetings.

• Use permit 3-22 for a brewery/restaurant at 362 N. Franklin St.
• Resolution authorizing continuing remote meetings
• Minutes from the June 22, 2022 Planning Commission meeting

The Planning Commission approved Use Permit 3-22 for a brewery/restaurant at 362 N. Franklin St. (Resolution PC18-2022, 5-0). The commission also approved the consent calendar, including a resolution authorizing continued remote meetings and the June 22, 2022 minutes. A special meeting was set for August 17, 2022 to hear the related Design Review.

• Approved Use Permit 3-22 for brewery/restaurant at 362 N. Franklin St. (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution PC17-2022 authorizing continuing remote meetings
• Approved minutes of June 22, 2022 Planning Commission meeting
• Set special meeting for August 17, 2022 for Design Review of the brewery/restaurant project

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will review a presentation regarding guided tours on the Coastal Trail. The committee will also receive an oral update on Central Business District revitalization efforts.

• Presentation from Ron White for Guided Tours on the Coastal Trail
• Oral update on Central Business District Revitalization Efforts
• Approval of June 28, 2022, meeting minutes

The Community Development Committee approved the June 28, 2022 meeting minutes for council review. A scheduled presentation on guided coastal trail tours was postponed because the presenter could not attend. Staff provided an oral update on Central Business District revitalization efforts, with no questions from the committee.

• Approved June 28, 2022 meeting minutes for council review (2-0)
• Postponed coastal trail guided tours presentation to a future meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider declaring a Stage 1 Water Alert and implementing new conservation measures. The agenda also includes the appointment of an Interim City Manager and discussions regarding the former Georgia Pacific Mill site.

• Declaration of a Stage 1 Water Alert and implementation of conservation measures
• Appointment of Peggy Ducey as Interim City Manager
• $180,000 contract for 'Visit Fort Bragg' marketing services
• $41,072 agreement with Applied Marine Sciences for biological surveys
• Update on the Cypress Street Residential Care Facility at 350 Cypress Street

The City Council approved a $180,000 professional services agreement with Creative Thinking, Inc. (The Idea Cooperative) for strategic and creative marketing services for Visit Fort Bragg, with a 5-0 vote. The Council also declared a Stage 1 Water Alert with conservation measures, appointed Scott Deitz to the Planning Commission, and approved several consent calendar items including the appointment of Peggy Ducey as Interim City Manager. No reportable action was taken in closed session.

• Approved $180,000 marketing contract with The Idea Cooperative for Visit Fort Bragg (5-0)
• Declared Stage 1 Water Alert and implemented conservation measures (5-0)
• Appointed Scott Deitz to the Planning Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Peggy Ducey as Interim City Manager (consent calendar)
• Adopted police salary rate compensation plan (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved 2022-2025 MOU with SEIU Local 1021 (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Adopted resolution allowing remote telephonic meetings during state of emergency (consent calendar)
• Approved $41,072 contract with Applied Marine Sciences for biological surveys (consent calendar)

Visit Fort Bragg

The Visit Fort Bragg Committee will receive an update from Idea Cooperative. The committee will also discuss and provide direction regarding the frequency, date, and time for regular meetings.

• Update from Idea Cooperative
• Discussion on preferred date, time, and frequency for regular committee meetings
• Approval of May 12, 2022, meeting minutes

The Visit Fort Bragg committee approved the May 12, 2022 minutes as presented. They received an update from The Idea Cooperative on promotions, including new YouTube videos and a photo contest. The committee decided to hold regular meetings on the 2nd Thursday of each month starting in August. Staff also discussed upcoming events, including a welcome reception for the new police chief and Labor Day weekend activities.

• Approved minutes of May 12, 2022 as presented
• Set regular Visit Fort Bragg meetings for 2nd Thursday of each month starting August

Public Safety Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee scheduled for July 20, 2022, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 17, 2022.

• No items listed due to cancellation

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will hold a special meeting via video conference. The agenda includes real property negotiations for two locations and the appointment of a new City Manager. The council will also conduct labor negotiations with the Fort Bragg Employee Organization.

• Real property negotiations for 30900 W. State Highway 20 and 19671 Summers Lane
• Public employee appointment for the position of City Manager
• Labor negotiations with the Fort Bragg Employee Organization
• Resolution confirming a continued local emergency in Fort Bragg

The Fort Bragg City Council held a special meeting via video conference on July 18, 2022. The council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included adopting Resolution 4565-2022 confirming the continued existence of a local emergency. The council then recessed into closed session for real property negotiations, a public employee appointment, and labor negotiations, but reported no reportable action was taken.

• Approved consent calendar (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 4565-2022 confirming local emergency (5-0)

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The committee will discuss the possible formation of a Tree Advisory Committee and a new Tree Preservation Ordinance. Members will consider recommending that the City Council direct staff to prepare a regulatory framework. The Public Works Director will also provide departmental updates.

• Potential formation of a Tree Advisory Committee
• Proposed Tree Preservation Ordinance
• Public Works Director oral report on departmental updates
• Approval of June 8, 2022, meeting minutes

The Public Works and Facilities Committee approved the minutes from the June 8, 2022 meeting for Council review. Director Smith gave an oral report on departmental updates, and the committee requested inspection of a plywood piece at Wiggly Giggly Playground. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes of June 8, 2022 for Council review
• Requested inspection and safety work on Wiggly Giggly Playground plywood

Finance and Administration Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for July 13, 2022, has been cancelled. A special committee meeting is instead scheduled for Wednesday, July 20, 2022.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for July 13, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 27, 2022.

• No items listed due to meeting cancellation

City Council

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg City Council scheduled for July 11, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 25, 2022, and will be held virtually via Zoom.

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will hold a special closed session meeting. The agenda includes the appointment of a City Manager and a conference with labor negotiators for the Fort Bragg Employee Organization.

• Public employee appointment for the position of City Manager
• Conference with labor negotiators representing the Fort Bragg Employee Organization

The City Council held a special closed session meeting with no reportable action taken on closed session items. Mayor Norvell announced the appointment of Scott Deitz to the Planning Commission, replacing Sharon Davis, with no objections. Councilmember Peters recused himself from a labor negotiation item due to a potential conflict of interest.

• Appointed Scott Deitz to Planning Commission (no objections)
• No reportable action taken on closed session items

Community Development Committee

The committee will receive a progress report for the Wiggly Giggly Playground and an update on Central Business District revitalization efforts. Members will also discuss staff direction regarding the 2022 Community Development Block Grant Program application.

• Progress report for Wiggly Giggly Playground
• Update on Central Business District Revitalization Efforts
• Report and staff direction for 2022 Community Development Block Grant Program application
• Approval of February 22 and April 26, 2022 meeting minutes

The Community Development Committee approved minutes from February and April 2022 for Council review. They received progress reports on the Wiggly Giggly Playground and Central Business District revitalization. The committee directed staff to focus the 2022 CDBG application on the Business Assistance Grant and Infill Infrastructure Grant, with planning grants as time allows.

• Approved Feb 22, 2022 minutes for Council review (2-0)
• Approved Apr 26, 2022 minutes for Council review (2-0)
• Directed staff to apply for CDBG Business Assistance Grant and Infill Infrastructure Grant
• Prioritized Sewer Infrastructure Planning grant, then Ocean Water Intake Planning grant if time allows

City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will consider adopting the FY 2022/23 operating, capital, and Municipal Improvement District budgets, along with the appropriations limit. They will also discuss extending the June 30 water shut-off deadline for balances over $2,000, and consider a Section 115 trust to pre-fund CalPERS liabilities. Several consent items include contracts for lighting upgrades, a school district payment, and a water main project amendment.

• Contract with Fort Bragg Electric for C.V. Starr Center lighting controller upgrade, not to exceed $28,392
• Payment to Fort Bragg Unified School District of up to $9,300 for an infield groomer from Measure AB funds
• First amendment to LACO Associates agreement for Pudding Creek Water Main Relocation, not to exceed $25,125.26
• Resolution establishing Assistant City Manager position and confirming pay rates
• Public hearing on FY 2022/23 budgets and capital projects budget

The City Council adopted the FY 2022/23 budgets for the City and Municipal Improvement District, set the appropriations limit, and approved the capital projects budget. It also established the exempt position of Assistant City Manager with a salary up to $120,972.80, and approved a Section 115 Trust with PARS to pre-fund CalPERS liabilities. The Council directed staff to extend the water turn-off cut-off date to end of August 2022 and waived water/wastewater capacity fees for Central Business District businesses for three years.

• Adopted FY 2022/23 City budget (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2022/23 Municipal Improvement District budget (5-0)
• Established Assistant City Manager position, salary up to $120,972.80 (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved Section 115 Trust with PARS for CalPERS pre-funding (5-0)
• Extended water turn-off cut-off date to end of August 2022
• Waived water/wastewater capacity fees for CBD businesses for 3 years (5-0)
• Approved contract with Fort Bragg Electric for lighting controller upgrade, $28,392 (consent)
• Approved payment to school district for infield groomer, $9,300 (consent)

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council met in special closed session to discuss labor negotiations with employee organizations. No reportable action was taken on the closed session item. Councilmember Peters recused himself due to a conflict of interest.

• Held closed session on labor negotiations (no reportable action)
• Councilmember Peters recused himself due to conflict of interest

Visit Fort Bragg

The Visit Fort Bragg Committee will discuss the allocation of the FY 22/23 discretionary budget. The committee will also receive an update from Idea Cooperative and discuss future meeting schedules. Additionally, members will review a report regarding the next Quarterly Merchant Meeting.

• Allocation of Visit Fort Bragg Discretionary Budget for FY 22/23
• Update from Idea Cooperative on Visit Fort Bragg efforts
• Direction on frequency, date, and time for regular committee meetings
• Report and direction regarding the next Quarterly Merchant Meeting

The committee discussed allocating its discretionary budget for FY 22/23, including funding for holiday decorations and shoulder-season events, but made no formal decisions. They also received a marketing update from The Idea Cooperative and discussed meeting frequency, but no votes were taken.

• Discussed FY 22/23 discretionary budget allocation, no decision made
• Received marketing update from The Idea Cooperative, no action taken
• Discussed meeting date/time, no decision due to lack of quorum

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing regarding Coastal Development, Design Review, and Minor Use permits for an auto shop at 701 S. Franklin Street. The commission will also consider a resolution to continue authorizing remote meetings during the state of emergency.

• Public hearing for Coastal Development Permit 7-21, Design Review 10-21, and Minor Use Permit 1-22 at 701 S. Franklin Street
• Resolution to authorize continuing remote meetings during the state of emergency
• Approval of June 8, 2022, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved Coastal Development Permit 7-21, Design Review 10-21, and Minor Use Permit 1-22 for 701 S. Franklin Street, with added special conditions for overnight parking and landscaping screening. The consent calendar, including minutes from June 8 and a resolution for remote meetings, was also approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved CDP 7-21, DR 10-21, and MUP 1-22 for 701 S. Franklin Street with added special conditions (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including June 8 meeting minutes and remote meeting resolution (4-0, Davis absent)

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will receive a report from the City Manager regarding the waiver of water and wastewater capacity fees for businesses in the Central Business District. This is a special meeting of the committee.

• Report on waiving water and wastewater capacity fees for Central Business District businesses

The Finance and Administration Committee discussed waiving water and wastewater capacity fees for businesses. They reached consensus to recommend the fee deferral apply to all businesses in the Central Business District, and citywide for existing or former restaurants outside the CBD. The City Manager will bring these recommendations to City Council on June 27, 2022.

• Consensus to recommend fee deferral for all CBD businesses
• Consensus to recommend fee deferral citywide for existing/former restaurants outside CBD
• City Manager to request capacity fee info for former Piedmont Hotel site
• Recommendations to be presented to City Council on June 27, 2022

Public Safety Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee scheduled for June 15, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 20, 2022.

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council and associated agencies are holding a special closed session meeting. The agenda includes public comments on closed session items and a discussion regarding a public employee appointment for the position of Chief of Police.

• Public employee appointment for the title of Chief of Police

The Fort Bragg City Council held a special closed session on June 15, 2022, to discuss the appointment of a Chief of Police. No public comments were received, and after reconvening to open session, the mayor reported that no reportable action was taken on the closed session item. The meeting was adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• No reportable action taken on Chief of Police appointment (closed session)

City Council

The City Council will swear in three new police officers and consider resolutions for water treatment plant funding. The agenda also includes amendments to cannabis regulations and a contract amendment for engineering services. Additionally, the council will address election notices and local emergency declarations.

• Swearing in of Police Officers Tyler Baker, David Franco, and Antoinette Moore
• Funding application for Water Treatment Plant and Finished Water Tank Project
• Contract amendment with SHN Consulting Engineers & Geologists, Inc. up to $40,000.00
• Ordinance amending the Inland Land Use and Development Code regarding cannabis
• Scope of work for Fire Station Rehabilitation Project design services

The City Council approved Ordinance 979-2022 amending the Inland Land Use and Development Code regarding cannabis, with a 3-2 vote after Councilmember Rafanan requested its removal from the consent calendar to vote no. The council also approved the consent calendar (excluding 5C) unanimously, which included resolutions on water treatment funding, election notices, remote meetings, and a local emergency. New police officers were sworn in, and proclamations were presented for Susan Collins, Pollinator Week, Pride Month, and Juneteenth.

• Adopted cannabis ordinance 979-2022 (3-2)
• Approved consent calendar excluding 5C (5-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing water treatment plant funding application (consent)
• Adopted resolution calling November 8, 2022 municipal election (consent)
• Adopted resolution authorizing remote telephonic meetings (consent)
• Adopted resolution confirming local emergency (consent)
• Approved scope of work for fire station rehab RFP (consent)
• Swore in police officers Tyler Baker, David Franco, Antoinette Moore

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for June 9, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 14, 2022.

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will consider a report recommending the establishment of a Section 115 Trust with PARS to pre-fund future CALPERS liabilities. The committee will also receive a report regarding childcare for City Councilmembers. Additionally, staff will provide an oral update on departmental activities.

• Recommendation on establishing a Section 115 Trust with Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS)
• Report regarding childcare for City Councilmembers
• Approval of April 13, 2022, meeting minutes
• Oral update from staff on departmental activities

The Finance and Administration Committee approved the minutes from April 13, 2022, and recommended that the City Council establish an IRS Section 115 Trust with PARS to pre-fund a portion of the city's CalPERS contributions. The committee also discussed childcare options for council members, recommending that a proposal be sent to legal review before presenting to the City Council. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved minutes of April 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• Recommended establishing Section 115 Trust with PARS for CalPERS pre-funding
• Recommended childcare assistance options for council members be sent to legal review

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a report regarding code enforcement activity and implementation goals for the program. This includes reviewing program guidelines and an administrative penalty schedule. The commission will also consider meeting minutes and a resolution to authorize continuing remote meetings.

• Report on code enforcement activity and program implementation goals (22-2537A)
• Approval of May 25, 2022, meeting minutes
• Resolution PCXX-2022 to authorize continuing remote meetings

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The Public Works and Facilities Committee will review an oral report from the Public Works Director regarding departmental updates and items of discussion. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the April 14, 2022, meeting.

• Approval of April 14, 2022, meeting minutes
• Oral report from the Public Works Director on departmental updates and items of discussion

The Public Works and Facilities Committee approved the April 14, 2022 meeting minutes as presented. The committee heard an oral report from Public Works Director John Smith on multiple projects, including the Biosolids Dryer, Bainbridge Park playground and soccer fields, Fire Station Rehab, and Water Meter Replacement. They agreed to schedule a special meeting before June 27 to discuss fee deferrals or waivers for Central Business District businesses. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting was primarily informational and discussion-based.

• Approved minutes of April 14, 2022 (2-0)
• Agreed to schedule special meeting before June 27 on business fee deferrals/waivers
• Discussed electric bike safety on Coastal Trail; recommended speed limit signs and enforcement
• Requested follow-up on Bainbridge Park maintenance with Kathy Silva
• Noted Redwood Waste Solutions garbage pickup transition on schedule

Visit Fort Bragg

This notice announces that the regular meeting of the Visit Fort Bragg Committee scheduled for May 26, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 23, 2022.

Planning Commission

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use applications. These include a coastal development permit for Fort Bragg Transmission and use permits for properties on East Laurel Street. The commission will also review minutes from the May 11, 2022 meeting.

• Coastal Development Permit for Fort Bragg Transmission at 701 S. Franklin Street
• Use permit to change 245 E. Laurel St. to single-family residential
• Use permit for a tasting room and wine bar at 142 E. Laurel Street
• Resolution to authorize continuing remote meetings

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission approved a use permit to change 245 E. Laurel St. to single-family residential and a use permit for a tasting room and wine bar at 142 E. Laurel St. The commission continued the public hearing for the Fort Bragg Transmission project at 701 S. Franklin St. to June 22, 2022, to allow the applicant to revise design elements. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Use Permit 2-22 for single-family residential at 245 E. Laurel St. (5-0)
• Approved Use Permit 1-22 for tasting room and wine bar at 142 E. Laurel St. (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for Coastal Development Permit 7-21, Design Review 10-21, and Minor Use Permit 1-22 for Fort Bragg Transmission at 701 S. Franklin St. to June 22, 2022 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution to authorize telephonic meetings (Consent Calendar, 5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 11, 2022 Planning Commission meeting (Consent Calendar, 5-0)

Community Development Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Community Development Committee scheduled for May 24, 2022, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 28, 2022.

• No items; meeting cancelled

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Raw Water Line Replacement Project and amendments to the cannabis land use code. The agenda also includes resolutions for remote meetings, local emergency declarations, and a salary plan for the City Manager. Additionally, the Council will consider a letter opposing state housing legislation AB 2011.

• Public hearing: Raw Water Line Replacement Project
• Proposed cannabis land use and development code amendments
• City Manager master salary rate compensation plan
• Letter of opposition to AB 2011
• Report on the cannabis moratorium ordinance

The City Council approved a City Manager Employment Agreement with John H. Ford at an annual base salary of $195,000, with an anticipated start date of July 5, 2022. The council also adopted a mitigated negative declaration for the Raw Water Line Replacement Project, introduced a cannabis ordinance amendment, and approved a letter opposing AB 2011. All votes were unanimous except for the cannabis ordinance, which passed 4-1.

• Approved City Manager Employment Agreement with John H. Ford, $195,000 annual salary (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 4546-2022 for Raw Water Line Replacement Project mitigated negative declaration (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 979-2022 amending cannabis regulations, adding 'dry sifters,' 'vibrating screens,' 'rosin presses' to Craft Cannabis Manufacturing definition (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 4547-2022 certifying Initial Study/Negative Declaration for Ordinance 979-2022 (4-1)
• Approved letter opposing AB 2011 (Wicks) Affordable Housing and High Road Jobs Act (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 4545-2022 establishing Master Salary Rate Compensation Plan for City Manager (consent)
• Adopted Resolution 4542-2022 authorizing remote telephonic meetings during state of emergency (consent)
• Adopted Resolution 4544-2022 cancelling August 22, 2022 City Council meeting (consent)

Public Safety Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee scheduled for May 18, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 15, 2022.

Special City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget workshop to review the proposed fiscal year 2022/23 budget. This includes the General Fund, Water Enterprise, Wastewater Enterprise, and Capital Projects budgets. The session aims to provide direction to city staff.

• Proposed FY 2022/23 General Fund Operating Budget review
• Proposed FY 2022/23 Water Enterprise Budget review
• Proposed FY 2022/23 Wastewater Enterprise (MID No. 1) Budget review
• Proposed FY 2022/23 Capital Projects Budget review

The City Council held a budget workshop for FY 2022/23, reviewing the General Fund, Water, Wastewater, and Capital Projects budgets. The only formal decision was a motion to return the $3.5M Pension Obligated Bonds proceeds, which passed 3-2. Staff noted a lean budget with a small projected surplus and ongoing union negotiations.

• Returned $3.5M Pension Obligated Bonds proceeds (3-2)

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council and the Mendocino Coast Recreation and Park District Board will hold a joint workshop. The meeting focuses on the FY 2022-23 C.V. Starr Community Center Budget to provide direction to staff.

• Workshop regarding the FY 2022-23 C.V. Starr Community Center Budget

The City Council and Mendocino Coast Recreation and Park District held a joint workshop to review the FY 2022-23 CV Starr Community Center budget. No formal decisions were made; the final budget will be presented for Council approval in June 2022. An ad hoc committee was formed to explore building reserves for equipment replacement.

• Formed ad hoc committee to develop reserve-building ideas (Burkey, Albin-Smith)
• Final CV Starr budget to return for Council approval in June 2022

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for May 12, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 9, 2022.

Visit Fort Bragg

The Visit Fort Bragg committee will receive updates from Idea Cooperative regarding marketing efforts and the Blue Economy. The committee is also scheduled to provide direction to staff concerning the musician budget allocation for fiscal year 21/22. Additionally, members will receive an update on the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT).

• Update from Idea Cooperative on Visit Fort Bragg efforts
• Update on Blue Economy Marketing from Idea Cooperative
• Direction to staff regarding Musician Budget Allocation for Fiscal Year 21/22
• Update on City of Fort Bragg Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT)
• Approval of February 17 and April 28, 2022 meeting minutes

The Visit Fort Bragg Committee approved minutes from February 17 and April 28, 2022, and received updates on marketing efforts, the Blue Economy Symposium, musician budget allocation, and Transient Occupancy Tax trends. No formal policy decisions were made; the committee agreed to cancel the May 26 meeting and reschedule for June 23.

• Approved minutes of February 17, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 28, 2022 (5-0)
• Cancelled May 26, 2022 regular meeting; next meeting set for June 23, 2022

Finance and Administration Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for May 11, 2022, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 8, 2022.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a resolution regarding the 2022-2023 Capital Improvement Program and Capital Projects Budget. This review determines if these programs align with the City of Fort Bragg Inland General Plan and Coastal General Plan. The agenda also includes approving meeting minutes and a resolution for remote meetings.

• Resolution on 2022-2023 Capital Improvement Program and budget consistency
• Resolution to authorize remote meetings (PCXX-2022)
• Approval of March 30, 2022, meeting minutes

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission approved a resolution authorizing remote meetings (RES PC08-2022) by a 3-1 vote, with Vice Chair Roberts dissenting after discussion about logistics and openness. The commission also adopted a resolution (RES PC09-2022) finding the 2022-2023 Capital Improvement Program and FY 2022/23 Capital Projects Budget consistent with the city's general plans, by a 4-0 vote. Consent calendar items, including the March 30, 2022 meeting minutes, were approved.

• Adopted Resolution to Authorize Remote Meetings (RES PC08-2022) (3-1)
• Adopted Resolution on Capital Improvement Program consistency with General Plans (RES PC09-2022) (4-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including March 30, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a budget amendment to increase the scope of the Coleman Engineering contract for the Raw Water Line Replacement Project by up to $81,824. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding remote meetings and the continuation of a local emergency declaration. Additionally, the Council will address Planning Commission appointments.

• Budget amendment up to $81,824 for Raw Water Line Replacement Project design services
• Resolution to continue remote meetings during the State of Emergency
• Resolution confirming a local emergency in Fort Bragg
• Nomination and appointment of Planning Commissioners
• Proclamation declaring May 9-16, 2022, as Rhododendron Week

The City Council unanimously appointed Sharon Davis and Andrew Jordan to the Planning Commission, replacing outgoing members. It also approved a budget amendment and authorized an additional $81,824 for construction permitting services with Coleman Engineering for the Raw Water Line Replacement Project. The consent calendar, including resolutions on remote meetings and local emergency, was approved. No reportable action was taken in closed session.

• Appointed Sharon Davis to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Andrew Jordan to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved Budget Amendment 2022-22 and $81,824 contract increase for Coleman Engineering (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 4539-2022 authorizing remote telephonic meetings
• Adopted Resolution 4540-2022 confirming local emergency
• Approved minutes of April 20, 21, and 25 meetings

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council is holding a special closed session meeting via video conference. The council will meet with legal counsel regarding existing litigation involving the City and Mendocino Railway.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding City of Fort Bragg vs. Mendocino Railway (Case No. 21CV00850)

The Fort Bragg City Council met in special closed session to discuss existing litigation against Mendocino Railway (Case No. 21CV00850). No reportable action was taken on the closed session item, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Held closed session on City of Fort Bragg vs. Mendocino Railway litigation (no reportable action)

Visit Fort Bragg

The Visit Fort Bragg committee will receive updates on marketing efforts from Idea Cooperative. Members will also provide direction to staff regarding the musician budget allocation for fiscal year 21/22. Additionally, the committee will review updates on the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT).

• Update from Idea Cooperative on Visit Fort Bragg efforts
• Update on Blue Economy Marketing from Idea Cooperative
• Direction to staff regarding musician budget allocation for FY 21/22
• Update on City of Fort Bragg Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT)
• Approval of February 17, 2022, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for April 27, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 11, at 6:00 PM.

Community Development Committee

The committee will receive an oral update regarding the Central Business District Economic Development Strategy. Members will also review a report on the Bainbridge Park playground plan update. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the February 22, 2022, meeting.

• Central Business District Economic Development Strategy oral update
• Bainbridge Park playground plan update report
• Approval of February 22, 2022, meeting minutes

The Community Development Committee met but took no formal votes. The only action item, approval of the February 22, 2022 minutes, was postponed due to lack of a quorum. Staff presented updates on the Central Business District Economic Development Strategy and the Bainbridge Park Playground, with discussion but no decisions.

• Postponed approval of February 22, 2022 minutes due to insufficient members present
• Heard oral update on Central Business District Economic Development Strategy (no action)
• Heard update on Bainbridge Park Playground (no action)

City Council

The City Council will consider a 45-day moratorium on cannabis dispensary permits in the Inland Zoning Area. The agenda also includes updates to land use codes for tiny homes and design guidelines for commercial buildings. Additionally, officials will review a contract for an environmental impact report regarding a proposed Grocery Outlet.

• Ordinance 980-2022: Adding 'Tiny Homes' to land use standards
• Urgency Ordinance 981-2022: 45-day moratorium on cannabis dispensary permits
• Contract with De Novo Planning Group for Grocery Outlet EIR (not to exceed $56,013)
• SB 1 project list for fiscal year 2022-23 road repairs
• Updated 2022 Citywide Design Guidelines for commercial and multi-family buildings

The City Council adopted an urgency ordinance placing a 45-day moratorium on approvals and permits for cannabis dispensaries in the inland zoning area while new regulations are finalized. The Council also approved a professional services agreement with De Novo Planning Group to prepare an Environmental Impact Report for a proposed Grocery Outlet, with Mayor Norvell recusing himself. Several other resolutions and an ordinance were approved on the consent calendar.

• Adopted urgency ordinance 981-2022 placing 45-day moratorium on cannabis dispensary permits (5-0)
• Approved $56,013 contract with De Novo Planning Group for EIR for Grocery Outlet at 825, 845, 851 S. Franklin St. (4-0, Mayor recused)
• Adopted resolution 4537-2022 approving revised 2022 Citywide Design Guidelines (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance 980-2022 amending mobile home and tiny home standards (5-0)
• Adopted resolution 4536-2022 adopting SB 1 road projects list for FY 2022-23 (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions appointing directors to CIRSA and REMIF boards (5-0)
• Adopted resolution 4534-2022 authorizing remote telephonic meetings during state of emergency (5-0)
• Adopted resolution 4535-2022 confirming local emergency existence (5-0)

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council is holding a special closed session meeting. The council will discuss a public employee appointment for the role of City Manager.

• Public employee appointment for City Manager (22-197)

Special City Council

This special meeting includes a closed session to discuss the appointment of a City Manager. The council will also hear public comments regarding the closed session item.

• Public employee appointment for City Manager (22-196)

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The committee will review a report regarding technical assistance for an Alternative Transportation Program Grant. This includes improvements for Redwood at Chief Celeri and Elm Street. The agenda also features reports on the Dig-Once Policy and departmental updates.

• ATP Grant Report for Redwood at Chief Celeri and Elm Street improvements
• Oral report on Dig-Once Policy
• Public Works Director departmental updates

The Public Works and Facilities Committee approved the February 10, 2022 minutes and discussed several items. They agreed to recommend that the City Council consider total costs for a Dig-Once policy, including a feasibility study, mapping, and potential micro-trenching equipment. The committee also discussed street paving needs, with a suggestion to notify new Mill Site owners about proposed Chief Celeri Drive improvements.

• Approved minutes of February 10, 2022 (2-0)
• Agreed to recommend Dig-Once policy to council for total cost discussion
• Suggested courtesy notification to new Mill Site owners about Chief Celeri Drive improvements
• Discussed but did not recommend one-way alley behind Starbucks

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for Wednesday, April 13, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 27, 2022.

Finance and Administration Committee

The Fort Bragg Finance and Administration Committee will review several financial reports for Q3 FY 2021-22. This includes the Treasury Report, budget transfers, and contracts under $25,000 approved by the City Manager. The committee will also receive an oral update on departmental activities.

• Approval of February 9, 2022 minutes
• Q3 FY 2021-22 Reportable Items Report including Treasury and disbursement listings
• Review of contracts under $25,000 approved by the City Manager
• Oral update on departmental activities

City Council

The City Council will review proposed changes to regulations regarding tiny homes and mobile home parks. The agenda also includes a budget amendment to fund a Social Services Liaison Program through a grant. Additionally, the council will address organic waste disposal compliance.

• Ordinance 980-2022 regarding tiny homes and mobile home parks
• Budget amendment for Social Services Liaison Program including two new employees and a vehicle purchase
• Ordinance 978-2022 for organic waste disposal reduction compliance
• Public hearing continuance for cannabis regulations (Ordinance 979-2022)
• Readoption of the Master Traffic Resolution

The City Council introduced Ordinance 980-2022 to allow tiny homes and amend mobile home standards, voting 4-0 with the mayor absent. The council also continued the cannabis regulations public hearing to May 23, 2022, and approved the consent calendar, which included an organic waste ordinance and a budget amendment for a social services liaison program.

• Introduced tiny homes ordinance (Ordinance 980-2022) (4-0)
• Continued cannabis regulations hearing to May 23, 2022
• Adopted organic waste disposal reduction ordinance (ORD 978-2022) (4-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing remote meetings (RES 4528-2022) (4-0)
• Adopted resolution confirming local emergency (RES 4529-2022) (4-0)
• Adopted budget amendment for social services liaison program (RES 4530-2022) (4-0)
• Adopted resolution adding Social Service Liaison - Crisis Worker classification (RES 4531-2022) (4-0)
• Approved minutes of March 28 and April 5, 2022 (4-0)

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council held a special closed session meeting. The agenda included a discussion regarding a public employee appointment for the position of City Manager.

• Public employee appointment for the City Manager position (Item 22-161)

The Fort Bragg City Council met in special closed session to discuss the appointment of a City Manager. No reportable action was taken on the closed session item, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive public decisions.

• Held closed session on City Manager appointment (no reportable action)

Planning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding the Draft 2022 Citywide Design Guidelines and a permit for Thompson's Porta Septic Service. They will also consider making a recommendation to the City Council on the new design guidelines.

• Recommendation for Draft 2022 Citywide Design Guidelines
• Permit and design review for Thompson's Porta Septic Service (CDP 11-19, UP 2-19, DR 4-22)
• Approval of March 9, 2022 meeting minutes

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission approved a coastal development permit, use permit, and design review for a property (Item 6A) with a 4-0 vote (Commissioner Andreis recused). It also recommended the 2022 Citywide Design Guidelines to the City Council with a 5-0 vote. Commissioner Andreis announced his resignation due to moving outside city limits, and the commission discussed protocol for changing a prior vote.

• Approved Coastal Development Permit 11-19, Use Permit 2-19, and Design Review 4-22 (4-0, Andreis recused)
• Adopted Resolution recommending 2022 Citywide Design Guidelines to City Council (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes from March 9 and June 23, 2022 meetings (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a budget amendment to fund two new soccer fields at Bainbridge Park using various available funds. The meeting also includes discussions regarding water shutoff policies and replacement playground equipment. Additionally, the council will review proposed ordinances for organic waste disposal and cannabis regulations.

• Budget Amendment No. 2022-20 for two soccer fields at Bainbridge Park
• Contract with Cash Carpet Service for C.V. Starr Center floor rehab ($31,926.00)
• Ordinance 978-2022 regarding organic waste disposal reduction
• Ordinance 979-2022 amending cannabis regulations
• Funding for replacement equipment at Wiggly Giggly Playground

Planning Commission

The commission will consider recommending additions for "Movable Tiny Homes" to the city's land use code. They will also continue deliberations on a resolution regarding new regulations for commercial cannabis cultivation, retail, and delivery.

• Recommendation for 'Movable Tiny Homes' in the Inland Land Use and Development Code
• Proposed regulations for commercial cannabis cultivation, retail, and delivery
• Approval of March 9, 2022, meeting minutes

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend adding Chapter 18.42.200 'Movable Tiny Homes' and modifying Section 18.42.110 to the Inland Land Use and Development Code, with modifications agreed during deliberation. The Commission also voted 4-1 to recommend Code Amendment #1-22, which adds new regulations for commercial cannabis cultivation, retail, and retail-delivery, including requiring a Minor Use Permit for accessory and retail cannabis sales west of Franklin Street and prohibiting such sales east of Franklin Street. Both recommendations will go to the City Council for final adoption.

• Adopted Resolution PC04-2022 recommending movable tiny homes ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution PC05-2022 recommending cannabis regulations amendment (4-1)
• Approved consent calendar including March 9, 2022 minutes (5-0)

Community Development Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Community Development Committee scheduled for March 22, 2022, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 26, 2022.

Visit Fort Bragg

The regular meeting of the Visit Fort Bragg Committee scheduled for March 17, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 21, 2022.

Public Safety Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee scheduled for March 16, 2022, has been cancelled. This agenda contains only a notice of cancellation and information regarding the next meeting on April 20, 2022.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review the Proposed Citywide Design Guidelines Update and make recommendations to staff. The commission will also consider a resolution to amend the Fort Bragg Planning Commission bylaws.

• Public hearing for Proposed Citywide Design Guidelines Update (22-0996A)
• Resolution to amend Fort Bragg Planning Commission Bylaws (PCXX-2022)

The Fort Bragg Planning Commission adopted a resolution amending its bylaws (Resolution PC03-2022) by a 5-0 vote. The commission also held a public hearing on the proposed Citywide Design Guidelines Update but took no action, continuing the hearing to the March 30, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Resolution PC03-2022 amending Planning Commission bylaws (5-0)
• Continued public hearing on Citywide Design Guidelines Update to March 30, 2022

City Council

The City Council will consider a contract for environmental reviews of the 1280 N. Main Street Waste Transfer Station and a scope of work for a proposed Grocery Outlet project. The agenda also includes mid-year budget adjustments and discussions on future public meeting formats.

• Contract with Helix Environmental Planning, Inc. for 1280 N. Main Street Waste Transfer Station (up to $41,500)
• Scope of work for environmental impact report for Grocery Outlet at 825, 845 and 851 S. Franklin Street
• Ordinance for electronic filing of campaign disclosure statements
• Mid-year budget adjustments for FY 2021/2022
• Discussion on the format for holding future public meetings

The City Council approved the consent calendar with several items pulled for discussion, adopted resolutions on salary rates, remote meetings, and a CEQA contract, and directed staff to hold hybrid in-person/virtual meetings for Council and Planning Commission starting in April, transitioning to in-person only by June. Standing committees will remain virtual. No action was taken in closed session.

• Adopted Ordinance 977-2022 requiring electronic filing of campaign disclosure statements (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 4518-2022 confirming local emergency (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 4519-2022 amending FY 2021/2022 budget (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 4520-2022 establishing master salary rate plan (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Resolution 4521-2022 authorizing remote telephonic meetings (5-0)
• Approved $41,500 CEQA contract with Helix Environmental for waste transfer station (5-0)
• Approved scope of services for Grocery Outlet EIR (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Directed staff to use hybrid meetings for Council and Planning Commission, in-person only after May

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for March 10, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 14, 2022.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a resolution regarding commercial cannabis cultivation. This includes amending the Inland Land Use and Development Code to regulate cannabis businesses in commercial zones. The commission will also review minutes from the February 23, 2022 meeting.

• Resolution recommending amendments to regulate commercial cannabis cultivation
• Approval of February 23, 2022, Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to continue deliberations on a resolution recommending City Council adopt Inland Land Use and Development Code Amendment 1-22, which would regulate commercial cannabis cultivation and amend existing regulations for cannabis businesses in commercial zones. The public hearing was reopened and closed, with discussion covering sensitive uses, buffers, business limits, and accessory uses. The item was continued to March 23, 2022. The commission also approved the February 23, 2022 meeting minutes after removing them from the consent calendar.

• Continued cannabis cultivation code amendment hearing to March 23, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved February 23, 2022 Planning Commission minutes (5-0)

Finance and Administration Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for March 9, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 13, 2022.

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council is conducting a work session to review the FY 2021/22 mid-year budget. The meeting includes reviewing the mid-year budget report and discussing requests for mid-term budget adjustments.

• FY 2021/22 Mid-Year Budget Review
• FY 2021/22 Mid-Term Budget Adjustments Requests
• Election Calendar of Events (November 8, 2022)
• City Council Priorities

At a mid-year budget workshop, the Fort Bragg City Council directed staff to proceed with budget amendments for various departments and to pursue a 3/8-cent sales tax increase dedicated to housing. Council also set budget goals and priorities for FY 2022/23, including maintaining services and reserves. Staff will bring back more information on options for $3.5M bond proceeds.

• Approved proceeding with budget amendments as presented (unanimous)
• Directed staff to pursue 3/8-cent sales tax measure for housing
• Requested further info on $3.5M bond proceeds options
• Set FY 2022/23 budget goals and priorities

Special City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council and Mendocino Coast Recreation & Park District will hold a joint work session. The meeting focuses on reviewing the FY 2021/22 mid-year budget proposal for the C.V. Starr Community Center.

• FY 2021/22 C.V. Starr Community Center mid-year budget review

The Fort Bragg City Council and Mendocino Coast Recreation and Park District Board held a joint work session to review the C.V. Starr Community Center's FY 2021/22 mid-year budget. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational, covering revenue projections, utility cost overruns, staffing challenges, and facility maintenance needs. The transfer of the Starr Center to the City was noted as recently completed.

• Held joint budget workshop for C.V. Starr Community Center (no formal action)
• Noted C.V. Starr Center transfer to City recently completed
• Discussed utility expenses $78K over budget
• Discussed leisure pool boiler repair expected early April

City Council

The City Council will consider extending a moratorium on cannabis dispensary permits in inland areas for ten months. They will also discuss vacating development permits for the Grocery Outlet project on South Franklin Street. Additionally, the council will review contracts for police chief recruitment and school district water system improvements.

• Extension of cannabis dispensary permit moratorium in Inland Zoning Areas
• Vacating permits for the Grocery Outlet project at 825, 845, and 851 S. Franklin Street
• $27,000 contract for Police Chief recruitment services
• $36,500 payment to Fort Bragg Unified School District for water system improvements
• Ordinance for electronic filing of campaign disclosure statements

The City Council adopted an urgency ordinance extending the moratorium on cannabis dispensary permits in inland zones, but shortened the proposed 10-month extension to 45 days, ending April 14, 2022. The Council also vacated prior approvals for the Grocery Outlet project at 825, 845, and 851 S. Franklin Street, allowing the applicant to pursue a new application and Environmental Impact Report. Additionally, the Council introduced an ordinance mandating electronic filing of campaign disclosure statements.

• Adopted urgency ordinance extending cannabis dispensary moratorium to 45 days (5-0)
• Vacated Coastal Development Permit 8-19, Design Review 1-19, and Parcel Merger 1-19 for Grocery Outlet project (4-0, Mayor recused)
• Introduced ordinance requiring electronic filing of campaign disclosure statements (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including resolutions for remote meetings, local emergency, SB 1383 compliance, police chief recruitment, and school water system payment (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission adopted a resolution authorizing remote telephonic meetings during the state of emergency, elected officers for 2022, and adopted amended 2022 bylaws. The public hearing on the commercial cannabis cultivation ordinance was continued to March 9, 2022, after commissioners directed staff to revise the draft regarding microbusinesses, permitting, and buffer zones.

• Adopted Resolution RES PC01-2022 authorizing remote telephonic meetings (5-0)
• Elected Jeremy Logan as Chair and Michelle Roberts as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Adopted 2022 bylaws as amended (4-1)
• Continued cannabis ordinance public hearing to March 9, 2022 (5-0)

Community Development Committee

The committee will receive an update on the Bainbridge Park Soccer Fields Improvement Project and the implementation of Per Capita Grant Funds. The meeting also includes an oral update regarding the Central Business District Economic Development Strategy.

• Update on Bainbridge Park Soccer Fields Improvement Project
• Implementation of Per Capita Grant Funds
• Oral update on Central Business District Economic Development Strategy implementation
• Approval of January 25, 2022 meeting minutes

The Community Development Committee received an update on the Bainbridge Park Soccer Fields Improvement Project and directed staff to bring the proposal forward to the City Council. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes of January 25, 2022 meeting (2-0)
• Directed staff to bring Bainbridge Park soccer field project to City Council

Visit Fort Bragg

The committee will receive a report and provide direction regarding the remaining fiscal budget for the 2021-22 fiscal year. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from four previous meetings.

• Report and direction on remaining FY 21-22 budget
• Approval of minutes from October 5, 2021, November 8, 2021, November 18, 2021, and February 3, 2021

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will continue discussions regarding a Petition for Safety. The committee is also reviewing traffic modification applications for the intersection of Harold Street and Oak Street, as well as several blocks on North Harold and Oak Streets. Staff will provide an oral update on departmental activities.

• Continuation of discussion regarding a Petition for Safety
• Traffic Modification Application for the intersection of Harold Street and Oak Street
• Traffic Modification Applications for 100 Blk N Harold St, 900 Blk Oak St, and 500 Blk Oak St
• Staff oral update on departmental activities

The Public Safety Committee continued discussing the Pomo Bluffs petition, hearing that a gate may not be feasible due to turn-around space and Coastal Act access requirements. They also reviewed a traffic modification application for Harold and Oak Streets, prompted by a November pedestrian accident, with data showing increased traffic during school weeks. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational.

• Approved minutes of January 19, 2022 meeting (2-0)
• Discussed Pomo Bluffs signage and gate options; no action taken
• Discussed Harold/Oak Street traffic modification; no action taken

City Council

The City Council will review the Fort Bragg Police Department Biennial Report and an update on the cannabis dispensary moratorium. They will also consider a contract amendment for the 2022 Streets Rehabilitation Project. The meeting includes discussions on pavement management and CalRecycle grant applications.

• $82,000 contract increase for 2022 Streets Rehabilitation Project design
• Fort Bragg Police Department Biennial Report 2020-2021 presentation
• Update on cannabis dispensary moratorium in the Inland Zoning Area
• Resolution to apply for CalRecycle grants
• 2021 Pavement Management Program Update Report

The City Council approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract amendment with R.E.Y. Engineers, Inc. for the 2022 Streets Rehabilitation Project, increasing the design contract by a not-to-exceed amount of $82,000. The council also received and filed the Police Department Biennial Report 2020-2021 and a report on actions following the interim urgency ordinance placing a four-month moratorium on cannabis dispensary applications in the inland zoning area. All consent calendar items were approved, including resolutions for CalRecycle grant applications, continuation of a local emergency, and remote telephonic meetings. No reportable action was taken on closed session items.

• Approved RES 4511-2022: contract amendment with R.E.Y. Engineers, Inc. for streets rehab design, increasing amount by $82,000
• Adopted RES 4508-2022: authorizing submittal of CalRecycle grant applications
• Adopted RES 4509-2022: confirming continued existence of a local emergency
• Adopted RES 4510-2022: authorizing remote telephonic meetings during state of emergency
• Received and filed 2021 Pavement Management Program Update Report
• Received and filed Public Safety Committee minutes of July 21, 2021
• Approved minutes of January 24, 2022
• Received and filed Police Department Biennial Report 2020-2021

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the December 9, 2021 meeting and hear an oral report from the Public Works Director regarding departmental updates. The agenda also includes a period for public comments on non-agenda items.

• Approval of December 9, 2021, meeting minutes
• Oral report from the Public Works Director on departmental updates and items of interest

The Public Works and Facilities Committee approved the minutes from its December 9, 2021 meeting for council review. The committee discussed several departmental updates, including drought preparations, water infrastructure projects, and a proposed tree ordinance, but took no formal action on these items. It also directed staff to address traffic safety concerns at Todd's Point and the alley behind Starbucks at the next Traffic Safety Committee meeting.

• Approved minutes of December 9, 2021 for council review
• Directed staff to request signage for Todd's Point parking and take to Traffic Safety Committee
• Recommended taking one-way alley behind Starbucks to Traffic Safety Committee with stakeholders
• Agreed to bring tree ordinance discussion back as future agenda item

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for Wednesday, February 9, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 23, 2022.

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will receive several financial and departmental reports. These include a report on Q2 2021 sales tax and business activity, as well as an update regarding the state moratorium on water shut-offs.

• Report on Q2 2021 Sales Tax and Business Activity
• Review of Reportable Items including contracts under $25,000
• Update on the expiration of the State Moratorium on Water Shut-offs

The Finance and Administration Committee approved the December 8, 2021 minutes and received reports on sales tax, financial activities, and water shutoffs. The committee recommended that Council direct staff to resume water shutoffs effective April 1, 2022, after the state moratorium ended. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the recommendation is the key action.

• Approved minutes of December 8, 2021 (2-0)
• Recommended Council resume water shutoffs effective April 1, 2022

Visit Fort Bragg

The Visit Fort Bragg Committee will consider appointing new committee members and review progress from the Idea Cooperative. The meeting also includes a report on the remaining fiscal budget and an update on Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) figures.

• Appointment of new committee members
• Update on Visit Fort Bragg efforts from Idea Cooperative
• Direction on remaining fiscal budget for the committee
• Update on City of Fort Bragg Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT)
• Approval of September 30, 2021, meeting minutes

The Visit Fort Bragg Committee approved Debra De Graw, Alison De Grassi, and Tonda Fochs as new committee members, filling three openings. They also received updates on marketing efforts and discussed budget allocations, recommending staff bring back a detailed spending plan. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved Debra De Graw, Alison De Grassi, and Tonda Fochs as committee members (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 30, 2021
• Recommended staff return with a detailed budget allocation plan for remaining funds

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for Wednesday, January 26, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled to be held on February 9, 2022.

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will receive a report and provide direction to staff regarding a proposed Tiny Home Ordinance. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the January 11, 2022 meeting.

• Proposed Tiny Home Ordinance
• Approval of January 11, 2022 meeting minutes

The Community Development Committee directed staff to bring a proposed tiny home ordinance forward to the Planning Commission for review. The committee discussed support, scope, privacy, roof pitch, ownership, design review, and utility connections. The minutes of the January 11, 2022 meeting were approved for Council review.

• Approved minutes of January 11, 2022 meeting (2-0)
• Directed staff to bring proposed tiny home ordinance to Planning Commission

City Council

The City Council will review a presentation from the Citizens Commission regarding a Fort Bragg name change. The council will also consider a large-scale water meter replacement project and several maintenance contracts for the C.V. Starr Community Center. Additionally, officials will review annual financial reports and fee updates.

• $2,534,658 contract for Water Meter Replacement Project
• Presentation on Fort Bragg name change from Citizens Commission
• $31,926.60 contract for C.V. Starr Center locker room maintenance
• $29,552.25 contract for C.V. Starr Community Center pool heater replacement
• $50,000 increase to legal services contract with Kutak Rock, LLP

The City Council approved a $2,534,658 contract with Coleman Environmental Engineering for the 2021 Water Meter Replacement Project. They also accepted the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, approved a letter supporting a Rural Regional Energy Network, and adopted several resolutions on the consent calendar, including a $31,926.60 locker room concrete contract and a $29,552.25 pool heater replacement. The council received a presentation from the Citizens Commission on a Fort Bragg Name Change with six recommendations, but took no formal action on them.

• Awarded $2,534,658 water meter replacement contract to Coleman Environmental Engineering (5-0)
• Approved $29,552.25 pool heater replacement contract with Knorr Systems (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving $31,926.60 locker room concrete contract with Cash Carpet Service (consent)
• Accepted Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2020-21 (5-0)
• Approved letter to CPUC supporting Rural Regional Energy Network (5-0)
• Adopted budget amendment 2022-18 (consent)
• Approved $50,000 increase to Kutak Rock legal services contract (consent)
• Confirmed continued local emergency and remote meeting authorization (consent)

Visit Fort Bragg

The regular meeting of the Visit Fort Bragg Committee scheduled for January 20, 2022, has been cancelled. A special meeting is now scheduled for February 3, 2022, and the next regular meeting will be held on February 17, 2022.

• Cancellation of the January 20, 2022, committee meeting
• Special meeting scheduled for February 3, 2022
• Next regular meeting scheduled for February 17, 2022

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss a 'Petition for Safety' involving Todd's Point maps and limits. Staff will also provide an oral update on departmental activities. The committee is scheduled to approve minutes from the July 21, 2021 meeting.

• Petition for Safety (item 22-020) regarding Todd's Point maps and limits
• Staff oral update on departmental activities (item 22-021)
• Approval of July 21, 2021 meeting minutes

The Public Safety Committee approved the July 21, 2021 minutes. They discussed a safety petition regarding ongoing issues at a location, with the police chief agreeing to place a radar trailer and increase patrols. No formal action was taken on the petition. Staff updates covered barricades, tsunami preparation, new recruits, and DUI arrests.

• Approved minutes of July 21, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed safety petition; no formal action taken
• Agreed to place radar trailer at petition location
• Agreed to increase police patrols at location

Public Works and Facilities Committee

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for Thursday, January 13, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 10, 2022.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for January 12, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 26, 2022.

Community Development Committee

The Fort Bragg Community Development Committee is meeting to receive several progress updates. The agenda includes a review of the Central Business District Economic Development Strategy implementation and 2021 workload measure performance. Additionally, the committee will receive an update on grants.

• Approval of July 27, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on Central Business District Economic Development Strategy implementation
• Review of 2021 Community Development workload measure performance
• Grants update

The Community Development Committee approved the minutes from its July 27, 2021 meeting for Council review. Members received updates on the Central Business District Economic Development Strategy, 2021 workload measures, and current grants, including confirmation of a $177,000 State Parks per Capita Program award. No formal decisions were made on these updates.

• Approved July 27, 2021 meeting minutes for Council review (2-0)
• Received update on Central Business District Economic Development Strategy implementation
• Received update on 2021 Community Development workload measures
• Received grants update, including $177,000 State Parks per Capita Program award

City Council

The Fort Bragg City Council will review resolutions regarding a local emergency and remote meeting authorizations. The council also plans to approve an employment offer for David Spaur as Interim City Manager.

• Approve employment offer for David Spaur as Interim City Manager
• Confirm continued existence of a local emergency
• Authorize remote 'telephonic' meetings during the state of emergency
• Adopt 2022-23 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS)

The City Council approved the employment letter for Interim City Manager David Spaur, which had been brought back for consideration at a regular meeting. The council also approved the consent calendar, including resolutions confirming a local emergency and remote meetings, and approved amended minutes from a December special meeting to correct a vote tally. No reportable action was taken in closed session regarding litigation against Mendocino Railway.

• Approved employment letter for Interim City Manager David Spaur (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar except Item 5C (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution RES 4497-2022 confirming local emergency
• Adopted Resolution RES 4498-2022 authorizing remote telephonic meetings
• Adopted Resolution RES RS 33-2022 approving ROPS 22-23 for Redevelopment Successor Agency
• Approved amended minutes of December 27, 2021 special meeting, correcting vote on Item 2H (5-0)