Agenda packet, second session — Arcata City Council, August 19, 2026

CITY OF ARCATA

SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA

Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 4:30 p.m.

City Manager's Conference Room
736 F Street, Arcata
Special accommodations for the disabled who attend City meetings can be made in advance by contacting the City Clerk at 822-5953. Assistive listening devices are available. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Pursuant to Government Code section 54957.5, all writings or documents relating to any item on this agenda which have been provided to a majority of the City Council, including those received less than 72 hours prior to the City Council meeting, will be made available for public inspection in the agenda binder located on the counter in the lobby at Arcata City Hall, 736 F Street, during normal business hours, and on the City's website at www.cityofarcata.org.

PLEASE NOTE: Speakers wishing to distribute materials to the City Council at the meeting are requested to provide 10 copies to the City Clerk.
_____________________________________________________________________________________ How to Observe and Participate in the Meeting:

Observe:

Members of the public can attend the meeting in person for Agenda Items 4-a, and -b.

Public Comment Participation in Person:

Members of the public may attend the meeting in person and give public comment.

1. CALL TO ORDER

2. PUBLIC COMMENT
During special meetings, public comment is only taken at the beginning of the meeting. Pursuant to the Brown Act Section 54954.3(a), the public comment period provides an opportunity for people to address the Council only on items that are listed on the Special City Council Meeting Agenda.

3. CLOSED SESSION
a. EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b)(1): City Manager.
b. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8. Property: Assessor's Parcel No. 021-072-006. Agency Negotiator: Merritt Perry, City Manager, or City Manager Designee. Negotiating Party: Alison Sweet.

Under Negotiation: Price and Terms.
c. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, Significant Exposure to Litigation, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2): Two potential cases.

4. OPEN SESSION
a. Interview One Applicant for One Vacancy on the Energy Committee for a Term Ending September 30, 2027.
b. Interview Three Applicants for One Vacancy on the Wetlands & Creeks Committee for a Term Ending March 31, 2028.

5. CLOSED SESSION REPORTS
a. EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b)(1): City Manager.
b. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8. Property: Assessor's Parcel No. 021-072-006. Agency Negotiator: Merritt Perry, City Manager, or City Manager Designee. Negotiating Party: Alison Sweet.

6. ADJOURNMENT
August 19, 2026 - City Council Agenda

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ENERGY COMMITTEE
One Vacancy—Live or Work in the Planning Area

ONE APPLICANT
Resident Ada Muzoglu

APPOINTMENT
Term ends
September 30, 2027

WETLANDS AND CREEKS COMMITTEE
One Vacancy—Live or Work in the Planning Area

THREE APPLICANTS
Resident Moonlight Macumber
Resident Ada Muzoglu
Resident Sam Pasewark

APPOINTMENT
Term ends
March 31, 2028

CANDIDATE LIST
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2026

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City of Arcata
Commission/Committee Application Form
Person(s) seeking consideration for appointment to a commission or committee may complete the attached application and mail or deliver it to the City Manager's Office at the address below. The City Council interviews and appoints all committee and commission members.

Please mark for which Commission/Committee this application is being submitted. (Please mark all that apply.)
D Planning Commission
D Economic Development Committee
I Energy Committee
D Forest Management Committee
I Historic Landmarks Committee
D Parks and Recreation Committee
D Public Safety Committee
D Transactions and Use Tax Oversight
Committee
D Transportation Safety Committee
wetl ands and Creeks Committee
(Please type or print legibly in ink.)
Name: Ada M uzoglu
Home Address:

Mailing Address:

Home Phone: ,.___. ________ _
Best Form of Contact (email, phone, cell phone): _E_m_a_i_l ____________ _ ■ Reside within City Limits OR □ Live/Work in the Arcata Planning Area (To determine residency status, please consult the Arcata City Limits street address list and the Arcata Planning Area map at https://www.cityofarcata.org/329Nacancies-Applications) Length of Time in the Arcata Area: 1 2 months Email Address:

Over 18 Years of Age: II Yes □ No
occupation or Former Occupation if Retired: Undergraduate Biology Student at Cal Poly Humboldt Employer (if any) _N_/_A _____________________ _
Work Address: N / A ---------------------------- Work Phone: Your Job Title: N /A ------------ ----------- Education (last year completed) 202 6 City of Arcata I 736 F Street, Arcata, CA 955211 (707) 822-5953 Fax: (707) 822-80181 [email protected]

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Please feel free to use additional paper and/or attach your resume to this application.

My civic and institutional involvement spans local, state, and national governance frameworks.

Before arriving in Arcata, my leadership background initiated within the Student Senate for California Community Colleges (SSCCC), where I first served on the influential legislative affairs committee for my region before advancing to become the Chair of the prominent student research caucus. Nationally, I expanded my advocacy by securing a seat on a major committee for the United States Student Association (USSA), currently standing as the sole California community college student representative active within that federal student network. Locally, I anchored my campus community by serving as an executive board member for the Associated Students of Mendocino College (ASMC). Through that role, I was selected to represent the student body directly on the district shared governance committee for technology, collaborating seamlessly with college administrators and local stakeholders to oversee institutional policy.

Reasons for wantin to serve on this commission/committee.

My decision to apply for the Wetlands and Creeks Committee is directly rooted in my academic • training as a Biology major with a specialized focus on Ecology at California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt. My primary objective on this body is to apply rigorous, evidence based frameworks to local watershed management, riparian habitat restoration, and urban runoff conservation. Having managed complex consensus building on public boards, I intend to bridge the gap between academic research and municipal policy implementation. Ultimately, my vision is to serve as a scientifically disciplined asset who ensures the city's critical wetlands and creeks are managed with maximum ecological integrity and long term sustainability. My • interest in serving on the Energy Committee is backed by my direct technical experience conducting research on hydrogen fueling stations for alternative energy vehicles (continued on additional document).
ou would brin to this commission/committee.

I bring a highly specialized, multi layered background in public sector governance, statutory compliance, and parl iamentary procedure. Having served as an executive board member for the Associated Students of Mendocino College (ASMC) and as a student representative on a district shared governance committee, I am intimately familiar with bridging the gap between administrative executives, public stakeholders, and voting bodies. My extensive tenure chairing a prominent statewide caucus for the Student Senate for California Community Colleges (SSCCC) has fully trained me in the strict mandates of California's Brown Act, agenda setting protocols, public comment management, and Robert's Rules of Order (continued on additional document).

If appointed, your name, appointment date, and term of office will be subject to public disclosure.

I certify un
Signed:
ry under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct.

Date: 7/10/2026
City of Arcata I 736 F Street, Arcata, CA 955211 (707) 822-5953 Fax: (707) 822-80181 [email protected]

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City of Arcata: Commission/Committee Application Form
Additional Document
Reasons for wanting to serve on this commission/committee:
(Continued from Application) My goal for this appointment is to help advise the City Council on scalable strategies for municipal grid modernization, clean vehicle infrastructure integration, and sustainable energy systems. Leveraging my background analyzing alternative infrastructure, I will provide the committee with data-driven insights into resource allocation and system efficiency. My vision is to help transition our municipal framework into a forward-thinking model of modern alternative energy resilience. I am applying to the Historic Landmarks Committee to protect and promote the city's social, built, and cultural assets. My vision is to advance community outreach and education regarding landmark designations, ensuring our historic resources and older buildings are preserved for future generations. My extensive public board experience has trained me to balance strict regulatory code compliance with broader community interests. I look forward to working collaboratively to honor the city’s heritage while supporting the sustainable development of our architectural, aesthetic, and cultural environment.

Please state expertise you would bring to this commission/committee:
(Continued from Application) Nationally, my current service on a federal committee for the United States Student Association (USSA)—standing as the sole California community college student representative—and my distinction as a national Udall Scholarship nominee prove that I operate under an elite standard of policy analysis and executive leadership and possess the precise regulatory discipline required to maintain absolute neutrality and manage complex public sessions. My specific expertise for the Wetlands and Creeks Committee is grounded in rigorous scientific inquiry and environmental policy analytics. As a Biology major with a specialized emphasis in Ecology, I possess advanced academic training in watershed dynamics, riparian ecosystem stability, and urban runoff mitigation. I understand how to analyze hydrological data, evaluate environmental impact reports, and assess local biodiversity metrics. This background allows me to provide the committee with evidence-based insights, ensuring the city's critical creeks, wetlands, and aquatic habitats are managed with maximum ecological integrity and long-term sustainability. For the Energy Committee, I offer direct technical expertise in alternative energy systems, infrastructure scalability, and municipal grid modernization. My background includes formal research analyzing the deployment, safety protocols, and mechanical networks of hydrogen fueling stations for alternative energy vehicles. This data-driven research training enables me to assist the City Council in evaluating municipal resource allocation, clean vehicle infrastructure integration, and sustainable energy grid transitions. I am fully equipped to review complex technical proposals and help transition the city into a forward-thinking model of clean energy resilience. My qualifications for the Historic Landmarks Committee tie my deep respect for local cultural heritage to my rigorous training in strict regulatory code compliance. Through my shared governance and statewide caucus leadership, I have extensive experience interpreting complex public codes, charters, and preservation guidelines. I am uniquely prepared to balance the legal mandates of landmark designations with broader community development goals. I intend to leverage my communication background to enhance public outreach, educate the community on architectural and aesthetic preservation, and help honorably safeguard the city's heritage of older buildings.

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Ada Muzoglu
- Arcata, CA
Highly motivated Biology student specializing in Ecology at Cal Poly Humboldt, offering an extensive background in civic leadership, public committee governance, and multi-tier legislative advocacy. Demonstrates a proven track record of navigating local, state, and federal policy frameworks to analyze complex regulatory proposals, draft comprehensive legislative priorities, and author formal organizational resolutions. Experienced in managing cross-functional initiatives, building consensus among diverse stakeholder coalitions, and effectively representing the critical socio-economic and infrastructure needs of rural and underrepresented populations. Combines a data-driven, scientific approach to resource management and environmental issues with a deep passion for public service and community welfare.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Member, Government Affairs Committee, 10/2025 - Current United States Students Association - Washington, DC
• Drafted legislative priorities for United States Student Association for 2025-26 term • Collaborated with student leaders to plan nationwide legislative town hall • Advocated for USSA's legislative priorities in meetings with federal lawmakers during annual legislative conference in Washington, D.C.

Student Representative, Technology Committee, 10/2025 - Current Mendocino College
• Represented student voice on campus-wide Technology Committee, advocating for student needs and perspectives
• Collaborated with Mendocino College faculty to develop and refine district's Technology Action Plan, enhancing technology integration
North County Representative, Associated Students of Mendocino College, 05/2025 - 12/2025
Mendocino College - Ukiah, California
• Represented the needs and interests of the North County satellite campus of Mendocino College to the main
Student Senate
• Helped advocate for issues affecting the rural community of the Mendocino College North County Center
• Helped coordinate Associated Students of Mendocino College survey assessments for the North County Center and report back to the central Student Senate Chair, SSCCC Student Research Caucus, 04/2025 - Current Student Senate for California Community Colleges - Sacramento, California • Elected unanimously as Caucus Chair to help lead Caucus initiatives on promoting

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student research on community college campuses
• Co-authored and sponsored resolutions in the 2025-26 term on cybersecurity bachelor's programs in California
Community Colleges and accommodations in extracurricular activities for students with disabilities
• Authored and passed two resolutions in the 2024-25 term on extending community college student athlete eligibility and environmental research funding on community college campuses
• Met with state legislators in Sacramento to advocate for SSCCC's Legislative priorities such as extending hours for basic needs centers and expanding access to reproductive health resources
• Nominated twice for California Community Colleges Board of Governors Student Leadership Award in 2025 and 2026
Member, SSCCC Sustainability Caucus, 01/2025 - 05/2025
Student Senate for California Community Colleges - Sacramento, California • Served as a voting member of SSCCC's Sustainability Caucus, which focused on sustainability related issues pertaining to the California Community College system • Helped design a workshop, amongst other caucus members, on sustainability related issues in the California Community College System and environmental advocacy for SSCCC General Assembly 2025
Member, Region VI Legislative Affairs Committee, 11/2024 - 05/2025 Student Senate for California Community Colleges
• Advocated for community college students by tracking pending legislation, promoting legislative priorities, and organizing advocacy events
• Reviewed state and federal legislative proposals that impact community colleges and student welfare
Student Researcher, CSU Fort Collins Energy Institute, 05/2024 - 08/2024 Energy Institute at Colorado State University, Fort Collins- Fort Collins, CO • Conducted advanced infrastructure research within Dr. Bret Windom's Chemical Energy Conversion Laboratory, supporting a federally funded initiative to scale zero-emission light and heavy-duty alternative fuel technologies
• Engineered high-pressure, multi-phase fluid routing networks utilizing computer-aided design (SOLIDWORKS) to optimize mass flow rates and structural piping configurations between a high-capacity water electrolyzer and localized stationary storage vessels • Modeled system integration layout tolerances, specifying fluid mechanics, valve connections, and pipe dimensions to prevent trace gas leakage while maintaining high-pressure threshold integrity up to commercial metric demands • Formulated scalable architectural blueprints for Colorado's pioneering public-access hydrogen vehicle refueling corridor, bridging mechanical engineering calculations directly with state environmental compliance standards
• Certified in and learned skills related to hydrogen safety procedures as well as fire safety codes such as NFPA 2

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CERTIFICATIONS
Public Service Ethics Education
California Fair Political Practices Commission, State of California Issued October 2025
Hydrogen Safety Procedures
Colorado State University, Fort Collins
Issued June 2024

EDUCATION
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt | Arcata, CA Completion date: 05/2028
B.S. Biology (Ecology Emphasis)
Major: Biology (Ecology Emphasis)
Currently enrolled in upper-division major coursework
Mendocino College | Ukiah, CA (Online)
Completion Date: 05/2027
A.S. Biology
Major: Natural Sciences
Concurrently enrolled between Cal Poly Humboldt and Mendocino College to finish my associate’s degree online. Currently serving in Mendocino’s Associated Students Moorpark College | Moorpark, CA
Completion Date: 05/2026
Some college (no degree) | GPA: 3.15 of a maximum of 4.0 Major: Natural Sciences
• Dean's List, Spring 2025 and Summer 2025
• 2026 Udall Scholarship Institutional Nominee
• Relevant Coursework: Introduction to Biology, Programming Concepts and Methodology 1, Hiking and Backpacking,
Earth Science with Lab, Honors: General Biology & Introduction to Botany

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EXCERPT FROM ARCATA MUNICIPAL CODE, TITLE II, CHAPTER 3 ARTICLE 14—ENERGY COMMITTEE
(Amd. Ord. 1505, eff. 6/15/2018)
SEC. 2260. Creation, Powers and Duties. (Added Ord. 1305, eff/ 5/19/2000; Amd. Ord. 1352, eff. 5/20/2005; Amd. Ord. 1367, eff. 1/18/2008; Ord. 1505, eff. 6/15/2018) The Energy Committee is hereby created. Its powers and duties shall be as follows:

A. To study, evaluate and make recommendations to the City Council, Commissions, or City staff as appropriate regarding energy efficiency, energy conservation and conversion to renewable energy sources within the community.

B. To study, evaluate and provide energy information, education and program administration to the City Council, Commissions, or City staff as appropriate.

C. To advise the City Council, Commissions, or City staff as appropriate on sustainable energy and greenhouse gas emission reduction considerations in City planning and regulation.

D. To advise the City Council, Commissions, or City staff as appropriate on potential ways for the City to generate its own renewable energy.

SEC. 2261. Meetings. (Amd. Ord. 1305, eff. 5/19/2000; Amd. Ord. 1352, eff. 5/20/2005; Ord. 1505, eff. 6/15/2018) The Energy Committee shall hold regular meetings once in every odd-numbered month as set by schedule established by the Committee or as necessary on call of the Chair.

SEC. 2262. Membership. (Amd. Ord. 1305, eff. 5/19/2000; Ord. 1505, eff. 6/15/2018) The Energy Committee shall consist of seven (7) members who shall be selected for their interest, knowledge, or experience in energy usage, conservation, regulation and/or generation.

SEC. 2262.1. Term. (Amd. Ord. 1352, eff. 5/20/2005; Ord. 1505, eff. 6/15/2018) The annual expiration date of a term for the Energy Committee member shall be September 30.

SEC. 2263. Secretary. (Amd. Ord.1305, eff. 5/19/2000)
The Director of Environmental Services or his/her designee shall serve as the Secretary to the Energy Committee.

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Energy Committee
Meets: 3rd Mondays odd months Location: Council Chamber Time: 5:30 p.m.

CONFIDENTIAL
Liaison: Emily Benvie, Dep. Dir. ES--Com. Services
The Energy Committee was created by Ord. No 1305, effective May 19, 2000. Its powers and duties shall be as follows: A) To study, evaluate and make recommendations to the City Council, Commisions, or City staff as appropriate regarding energy efficiency, energy conservation and conversion to greener energy sources within the community; B) To study, evaluate and provide energy information, education and program administration to the City Council, Commissions, or City staff as appropriate; C) To advise the City Council, Commissions, or City staff as appropriate on energy considerations in City planning and regulation; and D) To advise the City Council, Commissions, or City staff as appropriate on the potential of the City to generate its ow n energy. The Energy Committee shall consist of seven members w ho shall be selected for their interest, knowledge, or experience in energy usage, conservation, regulation and/or generation. This committee shall hold regular meetings in odd-numbered months on the third Monday at 5:30 p.m .

Director of Environmental Services or his/her designee shall serve as the Secretary to this committee. Staggered 3 year terns expiring September 30.

Name I Address ApptDate Term Expires Home Phone Work Phone Fax E-mail Expertise/Occupation Alstone Andrea 9/4/2019 9/30/2026 Cell: Professional exp. in variety of Appt'd 9/4/2019; reappt'd 9/16/2020,
- - energy-related topics
Arcata CA 95521 9/20/2023 ~ Resident □ Planning Area
Buckwalter Patrick 9/6/2023 9/30/2026 H&W: C: MS in Energy, Technology & - - Policy; 8 years work in local
Arcata CA 95521 ~ Resident □ Planning Area solar and contractor industry Fukuchi Alex 6/3/2026 9/30/2028 Experience in energy project Appt. 6/3/2026. development and electric
Arcata CA 95521 ~ Resident □ Planning Area
vehicle programs.

Stockwell Dan 12/20/2023 9/30/2026 Student of Green energy solutions and architecture;
Arcata CA 95518 ~ Resident □ Planning Area
Certified Professional Inspector ~ .... r .... 1 ....... •N,-..-.I ,......,J,.. ... .-. .... ..I ....,.u;,..;,..,..,+ Vacancy 9/30/2027
George Williamson's Seat.
~ Resident □ Planning Area
Winkler Michael 7/21/2021 9/30/2027 24 years' experience in Appt'd 7/21/2021, reappt'd 9/18/2024. sustainable energy field; energy Arcata CA 95521 ~ Resident □ Planning Area
modeler & analyst
Zoellick Jim 10/18/2000 9/30/2028 SERC-Senior Research
reappointed 6/01; 03/02/05; 10/03/07;
Engineer
Bayside CA 95524 09/22/10; 10/16/13; 11/2/16, new exp.
by Council 5/16/18; reappt'd ~ Resident □ Planning Area 9/18/2019, 9/21/2022; 9/17/2025.

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Page 1 of 1

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ENERGY COMMITTEE
One Vacancy—Live or Work in the Planning Area

ONE APPLICANT
Resident Ada Muzoglu

APPOINTMENT
Term ends
September 30, 2027

WETLANDS AND CREEKS COMMITTEE
One Vacancy—Live or Work in the Planning Area

THREE APPLICANTS
Resident Moonlight Macumber
Resident Ada Muzoglu
Resident Sam Pasewark

APPOINTMENT
Term ends
March 31, 2028

CANDIDATE LIST
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2026

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City of Arcata
Commission/Committee Application Form c,rv 0
CITYW..NA~~; ,4,TA L..._ _ ____:::::,,,,,.__,,=------'--------------------------==~~E Person(s) seeking consideration for appointment to a commission or committee may complete the attached application and mail or deliver it to the City Manager's Office at the address below. The City Council interviews and appoints all committee and commission members.

Please mark for which Commission/Committee this application is being submitted. (Please mark all that apply.)
D Planning Commission
D Economic Development Committee
D Energy Committee
D Forest Management Committee
D Historic Landmarks Committee
0 Parks and Recreation Committee
D Public Safety Committee
D Transactions and Use Tax Oversight
Committee
D Transportation Safety Committee
It/I Wetlands and Creeks Committee
(Please type or print legibly in Ink.)
Name: Moonlight Macumber
Home Address:

Mailing Address: _s_a_m_e _ ______________________ _
Home Phone: _____ Cell Phone: _____________ _
Best Form of Contact (email, phone, cell phone): _p_h_o_ne ____________ _ . ll!!I Reside within City Limits OR □ Live/Work in the Arcata Planning Area (To determine residency status, please consult the Arcata City Limits street address list and the Arcata Planning Area map at https://www.cityofarcata.org/329Nacancies~Applications) Length of Time in the Arcata Area: 11 years Email Address:

Over 18 Years of Age: ~ Yes □ No
Occupation or Former Occupation if Retired: Educator: Kindergarten/School District Specialist Employer (if any) __ R_e_ti_re_d __________________ _
Work Address:
--------------------------- Work Phone: .....__...._ ________ Your Job Title: __________ _ Education (last year completed) MS Ed. 2021
City of Arcata I 736 F Street, Arcata, CA 95521 1 (707) 822-5953 Fax: (707) 822-8018 I [email protected]

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Please feel free to use additional paper and/or attach your resume to this application.

Access Humboldt: Co-creator & co-producer of Humboldt Outdoors, a non-monetized, three-time W.A.V.E. award-winning community video series that showcases & celebrates Humboldt County's natural beauty, distinctive history & glorious culture.

Arcata City Government: For nearly a decade, I have been actively & regularly attending multiple City of Arcata public meetings each month: City Committees (excluding Forest Management Committee meetings due to scheduling conflicts); Task Forces; Council Study Sessions; and various City-sponsored workshops. This includes attendance at the former Open Space & Ag, Economic Development and Public Safety Committee meetings and the sunsetted Zero Waste Task Force and Plaza Improvement Task Force meetings, as well as participation in 8 committeefTask Force fun-filled field trips. From home, I actively observe every Council and Planning Commission meeting.

Reasons for wantin to serve on this commission/committee. , All of Arcata's City Committees ROCK! :)
Each has its own special flavor & unique vibe. I truly appreciate everyone (past & present) who • serves Arcata in this capacity: Members, Staff Liaisons and Administrative Staff support.

After much reflection, I believe that formally serving the City as a member of the Wetlands & , Creeks Committee (WCC) would be deeply rewarding and bring me great joy.

Attending/observing WCC's scheduled meetings (either in-person, virtually through Zoom • during the pandemic, or by listening to audio recordings) always inspires me. As a creek-loving Arcata resident, the WCC's subject purview and scope of work align particularly well with my • interests & values. Beginning with my very first wee meeting (~Spring Equinox of 2017), it has been an effortless, "easy-breezy" experience connecting and cultivating positive working relationships with current & former Members and Staff liaisons. (They had me at "Hello.") Previous City Service: Former member of Arcata's Transportation Safety Committee (2018-2020); Plaza Improvement Task Force (2019-2020); Plaza Improvement Task Force Subcommittee to assist in developing the draft Final Report for Council.

Historic Memory: Cultivated 9 years of foundational knowledge & familiarity of WCC's meeting , proceedings & Annual Reports to Council, including WCC's ongoing short & long-term goals; activities; dynamics; previous rec·s; evolving priorities; interests; updates; public comments; outreach; concerns; policy/document review discussions; field trips; received presentations; etc.

Initiated Inventory: Recently co-created, collaborated w/ Staff & formally presented a comprehensive inventory of the current wooden signs & potential sign location sites along Jolly Giant Creek for wee discussion. Please see attached for more fun facts. TY for your consideration.

If appointed, your name, appointment date, and tenn of office will be subject to public disclosure.

I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and co/T9Ct.

Signed: Date : c1~ 1, YU
City of Arcata I 736 F Street, Arcata, CA 95521 I (707) 822-5953 Fax: (707) 822-8018 I [email protected]

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Moonlight Macumber
Wetlands & Creeks Committee (WCC) Application
Additional Fun Facts & Relevant Information (2 pages.)
Ongoing Member; Access Humboldt; Friends of the Arcata Marsh; Humboldt Waterkeeper; Friends of the Dunes; Historic Sites Society of Arcata; Northcoast Environmental Center; Arcata Chamber of Commerce ("Independent Artist" since 2021 ); OLLI member since 2015.

Mad River Union Volunteer Contributor; Co-creator of the semi-monthly (excluding summers) "Lumberjack Flashback" column and submitter of occasional community-based photographs, articles and original poetry about the joys & benefits of civic engagement.

Forever Humboldt Alumni Connections Program: Participate in ongoing mentorship events with current CPH students by providing targeted networking connections, professional guidance; insights and support.

Realistic Expectations: Developed a clear understanding and expectation of the WCC's advisory role, and will continue to actively expand my expertise and knowledge of the Committee's subject purview & scope of work.

Special Parcel Tax; Continue to learn about the processes and development of WCC's potential projects for Measure /J\s Open Space, Parks & Trails Special Parcel Tax funding.

Willing to volunteer as a representative of WCC on the Ad-hoc Committee, if appointed by the wee.

Inter-Committee Information / Idea Sharing: Value the ongoing WCC's Goal of "Explore Options for Inter-Committee Information Sharing & Idea Exchange with the WCC." I remain committed to attending/observing the many other Committee/public meetings each month (as a member of the public) and will continue to offer relevant updates to WCC, when appropriate.

Council's Annual "Big Picture:0 Actively work to remain annually apprised of City Council's fiscal year's Goals; Policy Objectives; Priority Projects; Capital Improvement Program & Projects; City Budget; Rate Studies; FlashVote survey results; Measures G & H fiscal processes (through regular attendance at TUTOC meetings); etc.

Protocol Importance: Continue geeking out about local government processes and procedures, including upholding responsibilities in serving on a Committee such as attendance accountability; the importance of punctuality/quorum; being prepared via Agenda Packets; and continuing to refine my comprehension of Brown Act regulations & compliance.

News Nerd: Remain informed daily/weekly/monthly of current community interests & issues through the Times~Standard; Mad River Union; Lost Coast Outpost; North Coast Journal; CPH's Lumberjack and El Leflador; Arcata High School's Pepperbox; Monthly Co-op Minutes; Arcata Police Department Daily Calls for Service; etc. Page 112

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Field Trip Fun; Participated in four WCC-specific field trips: South Jacoby Creek Wetland Restoration & Enhancement Project Site; Janes Creek at Alliance Fish Passage Improvement Project; walking tour along Jolly Giant Creek; Site visit at City's Happy Valley Property.

Professional Philosophy: Understand the importance of collaboration; striving for consensus; valuing the art of active listening; keeping an open mind to diverse perspectives & other points of view; respecting all public input; remaining engaged, focused & attentive to details; learning from my missteps; maintaining standards of professionalism, responsibility, patience, and a healthy sense of positivity & humor.

I ¥ Jolly Giant Creek!: Co-created & co-produced the video "Jolly Giant Creek-Part 2" for Humboldt Outdoors which won the 2025 Western Access Video Excellence (W.A.V.E.) Award for best "News/Documentary/Magazine Show by a Community Producer," presented by the Alliance for Community Media (ACM)-Westem States Region. The ACM West Region represents hundreds of local affiliate stations from six western states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, & New Mexico.

Long-time Clean Stormwater Adyocate: From 2000-2014, voluntarily co-created "super campy" environmental outreach programs for community access TV, including stormwater quality protection & pollution prevention. Recently updated and re-edited content specifically for Access Humboldt: "Green in the City," "IT! Terror from the Stormdrain," and "Problems on Planet Pollutron." (Reiteration: Super. Campy.)
Community Artist: My background aligns with the Arcata Strategic Arts Plan (ASAP)'s engagement reflections (p. 52) to "prioritize the appointment of creative sector representatives to City Committees ... " This ASAP policy idea was reaffirmed to Council on 11/19/25 during City Staffs 3~year review update presentation, when Jackie Dandeneau, Executive/Artistic Director of Arcata Playhouse Arts stated, "The goal was to put an artist on every Committee." Retired Educator; Credentialed Kindergarten teacher; School District Curriculum Specialist & Professional Development Instructor- Researched, designed & implemented comprehensive curricula and facilitated professional development workshops for elementary school teachers; Professional Naturalist (VVhiskeytown Environmental School). (Former} Humboldt Cannabis Chamber of Commerce: "Founding 50 Member" (2016).

Kind Editing- Provided free copy editing services to support local cannabis-related businesses, focusing on websites, brochures, and marketing publications.

Active Practice: I truly appreciate Arcata's unique & special urban creeks. Several times a week, I enjoy visiting a favorite neighborhood spot along Janes Creek to pause & search for the elusive fish sighting, and to connect with the water in gratitude & love.

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Mailing Address:

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Please feel free to use additional paper and/or attach your resume to this application.

My civic and institutional involvement spans local, state, and national governance frameworks.

Reasons for wantin to serve on this commission/committee.

If appointed, your name, appointment date, and term of office will be subject to public disclosure.

I certify un
Signed:
ry under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct.

Date: 7/10/2026
City of Arcata I 736 F Street, Arcata, CA 955211 (707) 822-5953 Fax: (707) 822-80181 [email protected]

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RECEIVED
City of Arcata JUN °
4 2026
C • • J,c ·tt A ,. 1· F :rv oF ARCATA omm1ss1on,, omm, ee pp ,ca ,on c9timMANAGER'S OFFICE Person(s) seeking consideration for appointment to a commission or committee may complete the attached application and mail or deliver it to the City Manager's Office at the address below. The City Council interviews and appoints all committee and commission members.

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City of Arcata I 736 F Street, Arcata, CA 955211 (707) 822-5953 Fax: (707) 822-80181 [email protected]

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City of Arcata I 736 F Street, Arcata, CA 95521 I (707) 822-5953 Fax: (707) 822-8018 I [email protected]

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EDUCATION
Duquesne University I Pittsburgh, PA Dec. 2018
Major: M.S. in Environmental Science and Management
Duquesne University I Pittsburgh, PA May 2018
Major: B.S. in Environmental Science I Minor: Biology

WORK EXPERIENCE
Fisheries Research Technician I California Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit I Arcata, CA Part time, seasonal May 2025-Present
• Assisting with installation, operation, and deconstruction of rotary screw trap located on Prairie and Redwood creeks
• Processing included PIT tagging of chinook salmon young-of-year and coho salmon smolts, as well as enumerating all salmonids
• Participating in the deployment and operation of fyke net on Redwood Creek aiming to tag juvenile chinook prior to estuary entry
• Hand seining and PIT tagging juvenile coho salmon in the Prairie Creek watershed in an effort to estimate overwinter suryival and movement
• Sampling the Redwood Creek Estuary via kayak seine
• Uploading data into CDFW's California Monitoring Plan (CMP) database Forestry Aide I California State Parks I Eureka, CA
North Coast Redwoods District I Full time, seasonal
July 2025-Jan. 2026
• Performed spawning ground surveys in the Mill Creek watershed for adult salmonids • Conducted cross-sectional and longitudinal profile surveys in the tributaries of Mill Creek to monitor channel evolution over time, in relation to the addition of large wood • Received training in California Department offish and Wildlife's (CDFW) Juvenile Salmonid Snorkel Survey protocol
o Snorkel surveyed sections of Bull Creek and tributaries, and East Fork and West Branch Mill Creeks
• Lead suspended sediment lab processing effort through training of coworkers and adopting efficiencies based on past experience
• Relocated amphibians as necessary in conjunction with culvert and bridge replacements • Deployment and retrieval of temperature logger network within the Bull and Mill Creek watersheds • Mapped the extent of dry channel on lower mainstem Bull Creek using Field Maps • Supported National Park Service partners in boat seining the Redwood Creek estuary for juvenile salmonids
Fisheries Technician I Ross Taylor & Associates I Mcklineyville, CA June & September 2025

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June- 7 day contract providing fisheries expertise during a Prairie ~reek fish relocation effort that • included seine netting, electrofishing, and enumeration and identification of species. Attentive fish care was necessary due to worsening water quality conditions as the channel was dewatered.

September- 10 day contract sampling tributaries of Mono Lake in order to monitor the long term trends of fish populations in relation to water diversions by Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. This work included both backpack and barge electrofishing, as well as PIT tagging young of year brown and rainbow trout in an effort to assess their populations, growth, and life histories.

Hydrologic Technician I National Park Service I Orick, CA Redwood National and State Parks (REDW) I Full time, seasonal November 2024-April 2025
• Maintained and operated hydrologic gaging stations on Prairie, Lost Man, and Little Lost Man Creeks with water quality stations on North Fork and mainstem Streelow Creeks, and May Creek • Measured stream discharge at all stages, at times under adverse weather conditions using: SonTek FlowTracker2 handheld Acoustic Doppler Velocimeter (ADV) and SonTek RS5 Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP)
• Uploaded and aided in the analysis of water quality data using Aquarius software and Excel to produce rating curves
• Produced USGS Standardized 9-207 discharge forms (Excel) • Processed and analyzed water samples for turbidity and sediment loads according to established USGS protocols
• Calibrated and troubleshooted electronic water quality and level data recording devices (Aqua TROLL 600 Multiparameter Sonde, YSI EXO3 Multiparameter Sonde) (Axiom H2 Datalogger and Teledyne ISCO Water Sampler at gaging stations)
• Lead/trained volunteers and other technicians in field data collection • Surveyed water surface elevation using standard survey equipment as needed to detem1ine station stage plate placement
Biological Science Technician - Fisheries I National Park Service I Orick, CA May 2024-Sept. 2024 Redwood National and State Parks (REDW) I Full time, seasonal • Completed 4 day, 12.5 mile snorkel trip down Redwood Creek looking for summer steelhead, freshwater mussels, and significant fish habitat. Accumulating ~23 miles over 2 weeks, completing the stretch from Lacks Creek to Prairie Creek
• Assisted California Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit (CA COOP) with installation and operation of the Prairie Creek rotary screw trap
• Lead monthly sampling of Prairie Creek off channel habitat - Trillium Pond which included monthly minnow trapping, seining, & PIT tagging of coho salmon and cutthroat trout • Collaborative August and October sampling events of the Redwood Creek estuary including boat se.ining and PIT tagging of juvenile chinook and steelhead trout, working with CDFW and Cal Poly Humboldt staff
• Snorkeled CDFW GRTS reaches in the Prairie Creek watershed to inform allocation of PIT tags during CA COOP fall tagging event measuring overwinter survival • Deployment and retrieval of temperature logger network jn the Lower Redwood Creek wat~rshed • Fish and amphibian species relocations in the Mill and Prairie Creek watersheds as mitigation for habitat restoration
• Assisted with adult salmonid spawner surveys in Prairie and Redwood Creeks • Helped CDFW with collection of chinook salmon otoliths in Redwood Creek watershed through

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Hydrologic Technician I National Park Service I Orick, CA Redwood National and State Parks (REDW) I Full time, seasonal December 2023-April 2024
• Performed technical hydro logic fieldwork and data collection in line with experience listed for 2024-2025
• Assisted with adult salmonid spawner surveys in the Prairie Creek watershed Biological Science Technician - Fisheries I National Park Service I Orick, CA April 2023-Oct. 2023 Redwood National and State Parks (REDW) I Full time, seasonal • Helped to implement the Klamath Inventory & Monitoring Network's Wadeable Streams protocol within Redwoods Rising restoration project areas to establish pre and post-restoration data , • Lead and trained crew members, interns, and volunteers in performing ecological field studies • Handled and identified northern California salmonid, lamprey, and mussel species o Fish (Gasterosteus aculeatus, Lampetra sp., Cottus sp., 0ncorhynchus kisutch, 0ncoryhnchus clarkii clarkii, Oncoryhnchus tshawytscha, 0ncorhynchus mykiss) o Amphibians -(Batrachoseps attenuatus, Plethodon dunni, Ensatina eschscholtzii, Rana boylii, Rana aurora, Dicamptodon tenebrosus, Ascaphus truei)
• Provided support on the Prairie Creek Floodplain Relocation project with Ross Taylor & Associates • Collaborated with local fisheries community members (NOAA, Yurok Tribe, Wildlife Conservation Board, Cal Trout, California Department of Fish and Wildlife) • Snorkel surveys in Redwood, Prairie, and Lost Man Creeks for juvenile salmonids using both wet and dry suits
• Conducted visual encounter surveys for North Coast amphibian species at all life stages • Collected eDNA samples for species presence and aquatic invasive species • Deployment and retrieval of temperature logger network in the Lower Redwood Creek watershed • Assisted California Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit (CA COOP) with installation and monitoring of the Prairie Creek rotary screw trap
• Assisted U.S. Geological Survey researchers with collecting dragonfly Jarva, sediment, and water samples in effort with the nationwide, citizen science Dragonfly Mercury Project • Supported researchers from University of California, Santa Cruz with the Multi-Agency Rocky Intertidal Network (MARINe) with long-term coastal biodiversity surveys Land Survey Technician I A WK Consulting Engineers I Harrisburg, PA Full time, seasonal
Nov. 2022-April 2023
• Utilized surveying equipment to provide the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) with sub-meter to centimeter accurate measurements for transportation projects throughout PA • Operated surveying instruments and OPS equipment including a Trimble S7 Total Station and a Trimble SXlO Total Station with a Trimble TSC7 controller, and a Trimble Rl2 receiver • Delineated project areas and physical features including topographic changes • Used GPS receiver to locate and excavate property markers, monuments, and survey control points • Set control points in order to create a coordinate system for construction projects

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Stream Survey Technician I The Great Basin Institute I Reno, Nevada Full time, seasonal
May 2022-Sept. 2022
Provided research support for the National Park Service Klamath Network in the Inventory and Monitoring of Wadeable Streams program with the collection of stream biology, chemistry, and physical habitat using established procedures for long term status and trends in Redwood National and State Parks (REDW) and Lassen Volcanic National Park (LAYO). • Served on a 4-member field crew, working collaboratively and independently • Completed 24 sites in REDW and 24 in LA VO
• Completed 3 high-gradient stream sites in Oregon Caves National Monument requiring skillful maneuvering in conjunction with recording data • Navigated off trail over rough terrain using a handheld Garmin OPS • Hiked long distances and bush-whacked while carrying a pack weighing 2:40 lbs. • Performed electronic data collection using a Mesa2 tablet PC in the field • Collected stream chemistry and water quality data:
o Manta multiprobe analysis: used to measure water pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, water temperature, oxidation reduction, and turbidity.
o Water samples: collected, filtered, and stored water samples (to be sent off for laboratory analysis) to determine heavy metal content, dissolved organic carbon, and chemical makeup
o Alkalinity (Field titration)
• Collected stream biological data:
o M~croinvertebrates: collected macroinvertebrates using a D net at each transect of the stream reach (to be sent off for laboratory analysis to determine aquatic macroinvertebrate assemblage) o Vertebrates: backpack electrofishing was employed to net, identify, and record fish and amphibians present in the stream
o Periphyton
• Collected stream physical data:
o Transects: substrate type, depth, embeddedness, and algae growth is measured at 5 points.

Wetted width, bank fill width and height at peak flow, and bank angle. Vegetation overstory shading estimates are made from canopy to ground cover on both sides of the stream within a I 0-meter by 10-meter area at each transect
o Thalweg, discharge, slope
Ecological & NEPA Technician I ASC Group, Inc. I Harrisburg, PA Full time
Nov. 2019-July 2021
• Assisted with field assessments including benthic macroinvertebrate sampling, wetland delineations, and bog turtle ( Glyptemys muhlenbergii) habitat surveys • Assisted in the preparation of reports, plans, and guidelines related to resource management projects • Drafted project reports may include literature research, description of methods, preparation of graphs and charts, and summary of findings
• Researched environmental and cultural resource information through online databases: PADEP's eMap, PennDOT's OneMap, Pennsylvania Natural Diversity Index • Coordinated with United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Page 28 of 33 Board Member I Conodoguinet Creek Watershed Association I Carlisle, PA Nov. 2020-May 2022 • Member of Education and Riparian Management committees • Designed two BioBlitz events (2021-2022) for local students, in hopes of inspiring future scientists.

This required coordination and persistence in planning. I also valued the opportunity to record baseline data at a recent habitat restoration site
• Collaborated with multi-organizational board members (University extensions, state agencies, municipalities, private industry, community members)
• Assisted state, county, and local authorities in developing, maintaining, and advancing programs for the Conodoguinet Creek watershed's general welfare • Watershed Steward I Pennsylvania State Extension I Mechanicsburg, PA Jan. 2020-.May 2022 • Completed habitat improvement and stormwater projects such as rain gardens, riparian buffer plantings, and stream clean-ups
• 12 weekly trainings covering watershed ecology culminating in a final exam • Educated public on local water quality topics at Earth Day events • Provided erosion control for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service during a Yellow Breeches Creek habitat restoration project
• Supported Chesapeake Bay Foundation with public outreach events • Emphasized the importance of disseminating scientific information for citizens Stream Team Volunteer I Dickinson ALLARM Program I Carlisle, PA Sept. 2019-Nov. 2021 • Contributed to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized citizen science water quality data • Monitored Yellow Breeches Creek water quality monthly using LaMotte Tracer PockeTester o Parameters m~asured: temperature, conductivity, pH, nitrate-nitrogen, visual characteristics • Collaborated with program lead to ensure quality assurance • Practiced proper lab protocol when calibrating and cleaning equipment Roadside Steward I PennDbT's Adopt A Highway Program I Mechanicsburg, PA Jan. 2019-May 2022 • Performed quarterly roadside cleanups of litter
• Demonstrated respect for local land and worked to positively impact local community • Exercised caution when working nearby roadway
Stream Team Volunteer I Audubon Pennsylvania I Carlisle, PA Sept. 2019-0ct. 2019 • Educated students about the meaning of macroinvertebrates in streams • Emphasized the importance of water quality in the area using field demonstrations • Provided guidance and help to students when needed
Visual Stream Assessment Volunteer I NRCS I Carlisle, PA Aug. 2019-0ct. 2019 • Assisted with data collection during field visits
• Studied Stream Visual Assessment Protocol Page 29 of 33 to learn the methodology for viewing streams ,ii • I -
Commission (PFBC), and Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) in regards to Threatened and Endangered (T &E) Species evaluations
• Analyzed benthic macroinvertebrate samples using the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) Index of Bio.tic Integrity (IBI) report • Surveyed stream habitat suitability using the PADEP Water Quality Network Habitat Assessment • Consulted with landowners/state agencies regarding property access when conducting field work • Northeastern native, invasive, and wetland plants identification • Supported both Phase I & Phase II archaeology digs and architectural history surveys

TRAININGS
• Swiftwater Rescue - Nature Nicol Whitewater LLC - I 2 days 12025 • California State Parks A TV Training Course 110 hours I 2025 • California Lamprey Workshop- Dr. Stewart Reid I 1.5 days 12025 • Department oflnterior - Principles and Techniques of Electrofishing Training (Online) I 2024 • Wilderness First Aid through Sierra Rescue Institute I 8 hours I 2024 • California Monitoring Plan (CMP) salmonid spawner survey training 14 hours 12023, 2024, 2025 • Gailey Environmental Wetland Delineation Training I 8 hours 12021

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTNITIES
Coho Confab I Salmonid Restoration Federation (SRF) I Alternating locations 2024 & 2025 Volunteered through the work-trade program offered by SRF, allowing attendance in return for working in the kitchen. This gave me the chance to be exposed to incredible field tours and talks highlighting positive restoration in our greater area.

Smith River Volunteer Snorkel Fish Count I Smith River Alliance ] Crescent City, CA Aug. 2023/24/25
Smith River Alliance holds an annual fish count every year at Rock Creek Ranch. This 2-day event helps track the abundance of California's healthiest population of Coastal Cutthroat trout, also looking for rare summer steelhead and spring Chinook salmon, as well as suckers, rainbow trout, lamprey, and herpetofauna.
• Lead a training station focused on following protocol by maintaining proper spacing, timing, and communicating within the crew
• Snorkeling experience in larger, faster moving South Fork Smith River Doris Niles Science Fair Judge I Humboldt County Science Fair I Eureka, CA March 2024/25/26 • Provided feedback and constructive criticism as a judge for 6 projects in the life sciences category • Valued opportunity to encourage and uplift future scientists

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EXCERPT FROM TITLE II, CHAPTER 3, ARCATA MUNICIPAL CODE ARTICLE 9—WETLANDS AND CREEKS COMMITTEE
(Amd. Ord. 1505, eff. 6/15/2018)
SEC. 2238. Creation, Powers and Duties. (Amd. Ord. 1352, eff. 5/20/2005; Amd. Ord. 1367, eff. 1/18/2008; Ord. 1505, eff. 6/15/2018)
The Wetlands and Creeks Committee is hereby created. Its powers and duties shall be:

A. To serve in an advisory capacity to the Council, Commissions, or City Staff as appropriate in matters relating to the policies affecting creeks, riparian areas, wetlands, tidelands, City wildlife areas and open space and agricultural resources of Arcata.

B. To make recommendations to City staff on the management of vegetation, recreation, wildlife, and fisheries of the City-owned wetlands and creek zones, including the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary and the Jacoby Creek/Gannon Slough Wildlife Area.

C. To make recommendations to City staff on City-sponsored creeks and wetlands restoration and enhancement projects and actions to protect open space and wetland habitats.

D. To make recommendations during the environmental review process on projects that may involve or affect a creek, riparian area, wetland or tideland resource of Arcata.

E. To provide community outreach and education in regard to stormwater pollution control, aquatic resources awareness, estuarine and riparian restoration, and creek and wetland awareness issues.

SEC. 2240. Membership. (Amd. Ord. 1505, eff. 6/15/2018) The Wetlands and Creeks Committee shall consist of seven (7) members who shall be selected for their interest, knowledge, or experience in wildlife, fisheries, agriculture, watershed management, wetland ecology, wetland/riparian botany, water quality, or interest in, or knowledge of, Arcata's creeks, riparian areas, wetlands and tidelands.

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Wetlands and Creeks Committee CONFIDENTIAL
Meets: 4th Thursday odd months Location: Council Chamber Time: 5:30 p.m. Liaison: Morguine Sefcik~ Env. Programs Mgr.

The Wetlands Creeks Committee was created by Ordinance No. 1292, effective 6/18/99, replacing the original Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Committee, and the subsequent advisory committee, established 2/92 by Ordinance No. 1183. The committee's powers and duties shall be: A) To serve in advisory capacity to the Council, Commission, or City staff as appropriate, in matters relating to the policies affecting creeks, riparian areas, and wetland and tideland resources of Arcata; B) To make recommendations to City staff on management of vegetation, recreation, wildlife, and fisheries of the City-owned wetlands and creek zones, including the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary; C) To make recommendations to City staff on City-sponsored creeks and wetlands restoration and enhancement projects; D) To make recommendations during the environmental review process on projects that may involve or affect a creek, riparian area, wetland or tideland resource of Arcata; and E) To provide community outreach and education in regard to stormwater pollution control, aquatic resources awareness, estuarine and riparian restoration and creek and wetland awareness issues. Members of the seven-member committee shall be selected for their interest, knowledge, or expertise in wildlife, fisheries, watershed management, wetland ecology, wetland/riparian botany, water quality, or interest in or knowledge of Arcata's creeks, riparian areas, wetlands and tidelands. Staggered 3-year terms expiring March 31 . The Director of Environmental Services, or his/her designee, shall serve as the Secretary to the Wetlands Creeks Committee. The liaison to the committee is Morguine Sefcik, Env. Programs Mgr. The Committee shall hold its regular meeting on the 4th Thursday of every odd-numbered month in the Council Chamber.

Name I Address
Brown Bob
Arcata CA 95521
Held Emma
Bayside CA 95524
McAuliffe Chris
Arcata CA 95521
Railsback Steven
Arcata CA 95521
Svehla Jeremy
Arcata CA 95521
Vacancy
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
ApptDate Term Expires Home Phone Work Phone Fax
8/1/1991 3/31/2027
Reappt'd 6/00, 6/03, 10/18/06,
9/23/09, 10/17/12, 10/21/15, new exp.
by Council 5/16/18, reappt'd
3/17/2021 , 3/20/2024
3/15/2023 3/31/2029
Reappt. 3/18/2026;
11/1/2006 3/31/2027
Reappointed 9/23/09, 10/17/12,
10/21/15, new exp. by Council
5/16/18, reeappt'd 3/17/2021,
3/20/2024
3/15/2023 3/31/2027
Appt'd 3/15/2023; reappt'd 3/20/2024
1/18/2012 3/31/2028
Reappointed 10/17/12, 10/21/15, new
exp. by Council 5/16/18; reappt.
3/20/2019, 3/16/2022; reappt. 3/19/25.
3/31/2028
Nathanael Pope's Seat.
~ Resident □ Planning Area
~ Resident □ Planning Area
n/a n/a
~ Resident □ Planning Area
~ Resident □ Planning Area
~ Resident □ Planning Area
□ Resident ~ Planning Area
E-mail Expertise/Occupation
Planning Consultant
Biologist; understanding of stream
and wetland ecology; biologist for
small fisheries restoration non- ......... .i; ... ,.. ..... ........ : ... ,.. ... 1-. .... ... 1 ... ... .-1 n/a Retired-Fisheries Restoration
Environmental engineer for water
■ quality, hydrology & hydraulics;
river & stream mgmt; specialty of ,.. ......... 1, .... ,..; ....... 1 .................... ; .... ,..

Project engineer/manager,
Winzler & Kelly

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Name / Address Appt Date Term Expires Home Phone Work Phone Fax E-mail Expertise/Occupation Weeder Julie
McKinleyvilleCA 95519
6/3/2026 3/31/2029 Restoration Ecologist; Master's
Degree, Science; Member of
North Coast CA Native Plant
Society and Friends of the Dunes
Appt. 6/3/2026
Resident Planning Area
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Page 2 of 2
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