Clearlake public meetings in 2024

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will accept November 2024 election results and swear in newly elected members. The body is also considering several ordinances regarding fire mitigation, utility construction, and zoning amendments.

• Contract amendment with California Engineering Company for Burns Valley/Arrowhead Project for $189,569.11
• Contract amendment with Park Planet for Austin Park Shade Structure Project for $19,333
• Ordinance No. 276-2024 regarding fire mitigation fees
• Development agreements for commercial cannabis operations at 14915 and 14935 Olympic Drive
• Resolution to form the Lake County Regional Housing Trust Fund

The Clearlake City Council adopted three ordinances on second reading: fire mitigation fees (Ordinance 276-2024), fire hydrant inspection and testing requirements (Ordinance 275-2024), and standards for utility construction and relocation in public rights-of-way (Ordinance 277-2024). The council also approved contract amendments for the Austin Park shade structure and the Burns Valley/Arrowhead project, and held first readings for zoning text amendments and development agreements for two cannabis operations. The meeting concluded with the swearing-in of new council members and the appointment of Russ Cremer as Mayor and Dirk Slooten as Vice Mayor for 2025.

• Adopted Ordinance 276-2024 amending fire mitigation fees (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 275-2024 establishing fire hydrant inspection and testing requirements (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 277-2024 setting utility construction and relocation standards (5-0)
• Approved $19,333 contract amendment with Park Planet for Austin Park shade structure (5-0)
• Approved $189,569.11 contract amendment with California Engineering Company for Burns Valley/Arrowhead (5-0)
• Held first reading of Ordinance 271-2024 for zoning text amendments with correction (5-0)
• Held first reading of Ordinance 273-2024 for DA 2024-01 cannabis operation at 14915/14935 Olympic Dr (5-0)
• Held first reading of Ordinance 274-2024 for DA 2024-02 cannabis operation at 14915/14935 Olympic Dr (5-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The council will consider Resolution 2024-60, which acknowledges completion of the Lakeshore/San Joaquin Road Improvement Project and authorizes the closeout of Community Development Contract 2017-DR-INF-17001-1. It will also consider Resolution 2024-61 to approve an application for funding under the 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) NOFA. Additionally, the council will review bids for the towing, storing, dismantling, and disposal services for the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program and is recommended to reject all bids. All items are open for public comment before final action.

• Adopt Resolution 2024-60 to close out Community Development Contract 2017-DR-INF-17001-1 after the Lakeshore/San Joaquin Road Improvement Project
• Adopt Resolution 2024-61 to approve funding under the 2024 CDBG NOFA
• Reject all bids for towing, storing, dismantling, and disposal services for the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program

The Clearlake City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2024-60, acknowledging completion of the Lakeshore/San Joaquin Road Improvement Project and authorizing closeout of the Community Development Contract. They also unanimously adopted Resolution 2024-61, approving an application for funding under the 2024 CDBG NOFA. All bids for towing, storing, dismantling, and disposal services for the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program were rejected unanimously.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-60 acknowledging project completion and authorizing closeout of Community Development Contract 2017-DR-INF-17001-1 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-61 approving application for funding under the 2024 CDBG NOFA (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for towing, storing, dismantling, and disposal services for the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will consider a consent agenda of routine items and then discuss multiple ordinances, including a new tobacco retailer regulation (Ordinance No. 272‑2024). Additional business includes proposals on fire‑mitigation fees, fire‑hydrant inspection requirements, underground utility relocation standards, tribal consultation guidelines, and an amendment to the police chief employment agreement. The council will also adopt updated salary schedules and amend council norms and procedures.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 272‑2024 establishing Article 6‑10 to regulate tobacco retailers
• Introduce Ordinance No. 276‑2024 amending fire‑mitigation fees (first reading)
• Introduce Ordinance No. 275‑2024 adding fire‑hydrant inspection and testing requirements (first reading)
• Amend Employment Services Agreement with Timothy Hobbs as Police Chief
• Adopt Tribal Consultation Guidelines

City Council Regular Meeting

The council will adopt the second amendment to the FY 2024‑25 budget, adjusting appropriations and revenues. It will also receive the annual financial and single audit report for fiscal year 2022‑23. Additional items include a proposal to create a regional housing trust fund, the introduction of an ordinance regulating tobacco retailers, and approval of the Measure V project plan update. Public comments and updates on the Boyles Fire will also be addressed.

• Adopt Resolution 2024‑30: 2nd Amendment to FY 2024‑25 Budget (adjusting appropriations and revenues)
• Adopt Resolution 2024‑44: Annual Financial Report and Single Audit Report for FY 2022‑23
• Direction to staff on establishing a Regional Housing Trust Fund
• Introduce Ordinance No. 272‑2024 regulating tobacco retailers (first reading)
• Approve Measure V Project Plan Update

The Clearlake City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, including resolutions for job classifications and a budget amendment, and adopted the annual financial report. It also introduced a tobacco retailer ordinance, approved the Measure V project plan update, and denied all appeals of orders to abate nuisances on 19 properties. The council directed staff to bring a regional housing trust fund to a future agenda and received an update on the Boyles Fire without giving direction.

• Adopted consent agenda including Resolution 2024-49 (Deputy City Clerk/HR Tech positions), Resolution 2024-51 (Chief of Crime Reduction and Innovation), Resolution 2024-52 (2nd budget amendment), and continued emergency declarations (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-44 accepting FY 2022-23 Annual Financial Report and Single Audit (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring regional housing trust fund to future agenda (consensus)
• Introduced Ordinance 272-2024 regulating tobacco retailers, first reading (unanimous)
• Approved Measure V Project Plan update (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-50 authorizing Fire Prevention Equipment Operator position (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-47 extending temporary road closures to reduce illegal dumping (unanimous)
• Denied all appeals of abatement orders for 19 properties via Resolution 2024-48 (unanimous)

Measure V Oversight Board Regular Meeting

The Measure V Oversight Board will review and file the 2023 meeting minutes. It will consider and adopt Resolution No. OC 2024-01, which addresses prior year expenditures and an updated Measure V implementation plan. Public comment will be allowed on agenda items, limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approval and filing of the 2023 minutes
• Adoption of Resolution No. OC 2024-01 for prior year expenditures and updated Measure V plan
• Public comment on agenda items (max 3 minutes per speaker)
• Roll call and pledge of allegiance
• Board and City Manager reports

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will vote on a resolution to designate the City Manager as the City of Clearlake's agent for non‑state agencies, specifically CalOES, for open and future disasters for a three‑year term. The Council will also consider a resolution acknowledging the completion of the Oak Valley Villas project funded by a Community Development Block Grant. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as roll call, pledge of allegiance, and adjournment.

• Resolution to designate City Manager as agent for non‑state agencies (CalOES) for open/future disasters, 3‑year term
• Resolution to acknowledge completion of Oak Valley Villas CDBG project
• Roll call
• Pledge of allegiance
• Adjournment

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to continue consideration of Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments ZOA 2024‑02 and 2024‑06, with a recommendation to adopt Resolution 2024‑03. The commission will also review the Native Tree Protection Ordinance and provide direction to staff. Additional agenda items include routine consent agenda items, public comments, and reports.

• Continuation of public hearing: Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments ZOA 2024‑02 & 2024‑06 – Recommended action: adopt Resolution 2024‑03
• Review and discussion of the Native Tree Protection Ordinance – Recommendation: provide direction to staff
• Consent agenda items – routine items to be approved by one motion
• Public comment – limited to three minutes per person
• City Manager and Commissioner reports

City Council Regular Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will consider several routine items on its October 3 meeting, including road closures for community events and a contract amendment. Council members will vote on a $109,852.50 amendment to the Square Signs LLC digital marquee signs contract. They will also adopt resolutions related to a hospital improvement district and the police department’s military equipment report.

• Approve Resolution 2024-40 for road closure on Oct 19, 2024 for the Robert Viramontes Memorial Soap Box Derby
• Approve Resolution 2024-41 for road closure on Oct 31, 2024 for the Trunk or Treat Event
• Amend contract with Square Signs LLC for the Digital Marquee Signs Project in the amount of $109,852.50
• Adopt Resolution 2024-42 granting consent to Lake County to establish the Lake County Hospital Improvement District
• Adopt Resolution 2024-43 renewing Ordinance 261-2022 and approve the Clearlake Police Department Military Equipment Report

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing regarding Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments ZOA 2024-02 and the corresponding environmental filing CE 2024-06. The commission is asked to consider adopting Resolution 2024-03.

• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments ZOA 2024-02
• Review of environmental filing Categorical Exemption CE 2024-06
• Proposed adoption of Resolution 2024-03

The Clearlake Planning Commission unanimously adopted Resolution 2024-03, approving zoning ordinance text amendments (ZOA 2024-02) and the corresponding categorical exemption (CE 2024-06). The public hearing was opened and closed with no public comment. The motion passed 5-0.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-03 for zoning text amendments ZOA 2024-02 (5-0)
• Approved categorical exemption CE 2024-06 (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss water service in the city and receive an update on the Boyles Fire. The body is also considering several contracts for city infrastructure and a local emergency declaration for winter storms.

• Award of contract for Gateway Monument Sign Project to Express Signs and Neon
• Agreement with PCD, Inc. for City Council Chambers Sound System Replacement (Resolution No. 2024-39)
• Continuation of local emergency declaration for winter storms
• Discussion regarding water service in the city
• Update on the Boyles Fire

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is meeting to consider a road closure on Golf Avenue to support Local Assistance Center hours. The body is also reviewing the ratification of a local emergency declaration and a request for a state of emergency due to the Boyles Fire.

• Resolution No. 2024-37: Road closure of Golf Avenue during Local Assistance Center hours
• Resolution No. 2024-38: Ratification of Local Emergency Declaration and request for State of Emergency due to Boyles Fire

The Clearlake City Council unanimously adopted two resolutions: closing Golf Avenue during Local Assistance Center hours and ratifying the local emergency declaration for the Boyles Fire, including a request for a state proclamation. Both passed 5-0. The council also agreed to discuss the emergency evacuation process at a future meeting.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-37 closing Golf Avenue during Local Assistance Center hours (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-38 ratifying Boyles Fire emergency declaration and requesting state proclamation (5-0)
• Agreed to hold future discussion on emergency evacuation process

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments ZOA 2024-02 and a corresponding environmental filing. The body is asked to adopt Resolution 2024-03.

• Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments ZOA 2024-02
• Consideration of environmental filing Categorical Exemption CE 2024-06
• Recommended adoption of Resolution 2024-03

The Clearlake Planning Commission unanimously adopted Resolution 2024-03, approving Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOA 2024-02 and its corresponding categorical exemption (CE 2024-06). The public hearing was opened and closed with no public comment. The motion passed 5-0.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-03 approving ZOA 2024-02 (5-0)
• Approved Categorical Exemption CE 2024-06 (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss the setting of water rates and consider a response to the 2023-24 Grand Jury Report regarding the City of Clearlake Animal Shelter. The meeting also includes presentations on a proposed Business Improvement District and Senior Center Month.

• Discussion regarding setting water rates
• Response to 2023-24 Grand Jury Report on City of Clearlake Animal Shelter
• Presentation from Adventist Health Clear Lake on Business Improvement District development
• Continuation of Local Emergency declaration for winter storms
• Closed session regarding litigation with Highlands Mutual Water Company and Koi Nation of Northern California

City Council Special Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will consider two agenda items at its special meeting. It will move to approve a contract with Express Sign and Neon for the Gateway Signage Project in the amount of $169,772.75, with authority to add up to 10% for unforeseen amendments. It will also consider Resolution 2024-36 to close a road on September 14, 2024 for the Robert Viramontes Memorial Soap Box Derby. All items are open for public comment before final action.

• Award contract to Express Sign and Neon for Gateway Signage Project – $169,772.75 (plus up to 10% amendment authority)
• Approve Resolution 2024-36 for road closure on Sep 14, 2024 for Robert Viramontes Memorial Soap Box Derby

City Council Regular Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will consider approving contracts for engineering services and amending the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting will also include a continuation of a local emergency declaration and a discussion on tribal consultation guidelines.

• Amendment of contract with California Engineering for $82,669.10
• Award of contract for Rumsey/Turner Road Rehabilitation Project at $134,075.21
• Adoption of Resolution 2024-35 amending the FY 2024-25 Budget
• Discussion on City Guidelines for Tribal Consultation
• Continuation of Local Emergency Declaration for Winter Storms

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the conversion of Pine Street to a one-way street. The body will also discuss water-related issues, potential recreational ballot measures, and city facility events.

• Public hearing on converting Pine Street to a one-way street
• Additional $250,000 for legal services contract with Downey Brand (total $750,000)
• Contract amendment for Lucy & Company public relations services up to $187,500
• Ordinance No. 270-2024 amending the City Manager position
• Resolution No. 2024-33 to adjust Police Lieutenant salary range from 64 to 71

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review and comment on the scope of the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the 47.5‑acre Airport Redevelopment Project. Staff will receive public input and provide feedback on potential environmental effects. Routine items include adopting the agenda and filing the meeting minutes.

• Adopt the agenda (including any modifications)
• Review and file meeting minutes under the consent agenda
• Public hearing to review and comment on the DEIR scope for the 47.5‑acre Airport Redevelopment Project

City Council Regular Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will consider several agenda items, including amending a contract with Square Signs LLC for the Digital Marquee Signs Project in the amount of $48,583.75. Other actions include approving an amendment to OpenGov Inc. services, adopting a mitigation fee program for the Lake County Fire Protection District, approving a memorandum of understanding with Konocti Unified School District for a school resource officer, and holding the first reading of Ordinance No. 270-2024. Routine items such as warrants, minutes, and continuation of a local emergency proclamation will be received and filed. All items are listed on the consent agenda unless moved for separate discussion.

• Amend contract with Square Signs LLC for Digital Marquee Signs Project – $48,583.75
• Amend agreement with OpenGov Inc. to expand services to include OpenGov/Cartegraph Suite
• Adopt Resolution 2024-14 establishing a mitigation fee program for Lake County Fire Protection District
• Approve MOU with Konocti Unified School District for a School Resource Officer
• Hold first reading of Ordinance No. 270-2024 amending Section 2-3.7 of the Municipal Code

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will appoint a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2024. The meeting includes public hearings regarding cannabis operation amendments at 2160 Ogulin Canyon Road and a live music permit for Monterrey Grill.

• Appointment of 2024 Planning Commission Chairperson/Vice Chairperson
• Amendments to cannabis operation entitlements at 2160 Ogulin Canyon Road
• Live & Amplified Music permit for Monterrey Grill at 15176 Lakeshore Drive

City Council Regular Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will hold a budget workshop and regular meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget, fee schedule, and appropriations limit. The council will also consider police equipment purchases and labor agreements for police and middle management associations.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 City Budget
• Agreement with Axon Enterprise Inc. for police body cameras and Tasers
• Amendment to GEI Consulting contract from $24,500 to $100,000
• Sale of real property at 4192 Hemlock Ave for $20,000
• Approval of MOUs with Police Officer and Middle Management associations

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts for road rehabilitation and signage projects. The agenda also includes a presentation on Clearview AI and a discussion regarding local water providers.

• Clearlake Park Road Rehabilitation contract with Lamon Construction for $6,164,002.40
• South Ballpark Road Rehabilitation contract with Argonaut Constructors for $2,018,696.00
• Wayfinding and Digital Marquee Signage contract with Square Signs LLC for $306,560
• Presentation on Clearview AI Investigative Platform
• Discussion regarding Clearlake's water providers

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss the approval of a sale for surplus real property located at 14709 Palmer Avenue. The meeting also includes consideration of salary range updates for the Community Development Specialist classification and an amendment to the 2023-24 budget.

• Sale of surplus real property at 14709 Palmer Avenue
• Community Development Specialist classification and salary range update
• Adoption of the 4th Amendment to the FY 2023-24 Budget
• Continuation of local emergency declaration for winter storms
• Proclamation declaring May 18–May 24, 2024, as Safe Boating Week

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a funding application for the Lakeshore Drive Safety Enhancement Project through a US Department of Transportation grant. The agenda also includes continuing a local emergency declaration for winter storms and discussing foreclosure actions for properties with significant administrative fines.

• SS4A grant application for Lakeshore Drive Safety Enhancement Project
• Continuation of local emergency declaration for winter storms
• Discussion regarding foreclosure actions for properties with significant administrative fines
• Proclamations for Military Appreciation Month and Police Week

City Council Regular Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will process routine financial approvals, including a budget amendment and a $75,000 contract extension with ECORP Consulting. Members will also discuss and vote on a draft policy governing city staff use of generative AI tools. Finally, the council is scheduled to consider a new employment agreement for City Manager Alan Flora.

• Adopt 3rd Amendment to FY 2023-24 Budget adjusting appropriations
• Approve amendment to professional services agreement with ECORP Consulting for a new total of $75,000
• Consider Resolution 2024-18 to apply for California Department of Housing and Community Development CPLHA funding
• Discuss and adopt draft policy on use of generative AI tools by city staff
• Consider approval of new employment services agreement with Alan Flora as City Manager

City Council Regular Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will consider adopting Ordinance No. 269-2024, which updates municipal code regarding fire mitigation fees that apply to local properties. The council will also vote on a resolution addressing operations for the Lake County Sanitation District's Southeast Regional Wastewater System within city limits. Routine consent agenda items include continuing a local winter storm emergency declaration and authorizing accounting services with Eide Bailly.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 269-2024 updating Clearlake Municipal Code Section 3-5 for fire mitigation fees
• Adoption of Resolution 2024-16 regarding the Lake County Sanitation District's Southeast Regional Wastewater System operations in Clearlake
• Authorization of a consulting engagement letter with Eide Bailly for accounting support services
• Continuation of the Director of Emergency Services/City Manager proclamation declaring a local emergency for winter storms

City Council Regular Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed municipal code updates and modifications to Lake County Fire Protection District fire mitigation fees, with final consideration continued to April 4 for residents who pay those utility charges. The council will also consider Resolution 2024-15 to support Chelsea Investment’s application for a HOME grant aimed at developing affordable housing at 15837 18th Avenue. Routine administrative and financial items are grouped under the consent agenda.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 269-2024 updating municipal code Section 3-5 and modifying Lake County Fire Protection District fire mitigation fees (continued to April 4)
• Resolution 2024-15 supporting Chelsea Investment’s HOME grant application for affordable housing at 15837 18th Avenue, Clearlake
• Consent agenda includes disposal/sale of surplus vehicles and adoption of Resolution 2024-13 amending the CDBG-CV program agreement
• Closed session covers City Manager performance evaluation and legal counsel conference regarding a liability claim from Project Harris, LLC

City Council Special Meeting

The Clearlake City Council is considering two resolutions to approve grant applications. These include funding for code enforcement services and water infrastructure planning.

• Resolution 2024-08: $1.5 million CDBG-MIT grant for Code Enforcement Services
• Resolution 2024-09: $400,000 CDBG-RIP grant for Water Infrastructure Planning

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will meet to consider mid-year budget adjustments and the use of development impact fees. The agenda also includes a request to ratify a local emergency declaration for winter storms and a purchase for Austin Park.

• Review and approve use and retention of FY 2022-23 Development Impact Fees
• Adopt mid-year budget adjustments for the FY 2023-24 Budget (Resolution 2024-06)
• Ratify a local emergency declaration for winter storms (Resolution 2024-07)
• Purchase of shade structures for Austin Park from Park Planet for $147,942.51
• Presentation of February's Adoptable Dogs and North Bay Animal Services Annual Report

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is considering a motion to discontinue the use of virtual meetings for public comment. The agenda also includes contract amendments for the Senior Center Kitchen Remodel Project.

• $20,000 contract amendment with ProEx Construction for the Senior Center Kitchen Remodel Project
• $33,000 purchase contract amendment with National Food Equipment for a freezer installation
• Resolution No. 2024-04 regarding modifications to the Traffic Safety Committee
• Presentation of the Clearlake Police Department's Annual Report
• Proclamation declaring February 2024 as Black History Month

City Council Regular Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal from the Koi Nation of Northern California. The appeal challenges a Planning Commission decision from December 18, 2023, regarding a subdivision development at 2890 Old Highway 53.

• Public hearing on appeal for Danco Subdivision Development (SD 2022-01) at 2890 Old Highway 53
• Consideration of Resolution 2024-03 to deny the appeal and uphold the Planning Commission decision

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review contracts for environmental reviews related to the Clearlake Airport Redevelopment Project. The agenda also includes several administrative approvals, including a freezer purchase for the Senior/Community Center.

• Contracts with Gary Price Consulting, California Engineering Company, and LSW Architects for airport redevelopment environmental reviews
• Purchase of a walk-in freezer unit from National Food Equipment not to exceed $88,500
• Amendment of on-call contract with LACO Associates for the MIT Storm Drain Plan in the amount of $45,585.00
• Resolution No. 2024-02 regarding Code Enforcement Supervisor and Chief Building Inspector positions and salary schedule updates
• Review and approval of the FY 24-25 ROPS submittal

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council meeting includes a proclamation for Human Trafficking Awareness Month and the consideration of appointing councilmembers as representatives to the CalCities Redwood Empire Division. The Council will also review mayoral appointments for 2024.

• Proclamation declaring January 2024 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month
• Resolution No. 2024-01: Appointing representatives to CalCities Redwood Empire Division
• Ratification of Mayor Claffey's 2024 appointments
• Closed session conference regarding a liability claim from June Linet Cejavasquez