Blue Lake City Council
May 26, 2026

City of Blue Lake
Post Office Box 458 - 111 Greenwood Road
Blue Lake, CA 95525
Phone 707.668.5655
www.bluelake.ca.gov
City Council Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 ~ 6:30 p.m. ~ Regular Council Meeting Skinner Store-111 Greenwood Road, Blue Lake California
Unless Otherwise Noted, All Items on the Agenda are Subject to Action.

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1. Call To Order

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Roll Call and Establish a Quorum of the Council

4. Approval of Agenda

5. Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items – The Public is invited to present petitions, make announcements, or provide other information to the City Council that is relevant to the scope of authority of the City of Blue Lake that is not on the Agenda. The Council may provide up to 15 minutes for this public input session. To assure that each individual presentation is heard, the Council may uniformly impose time limitations of 3 minutes to each individual presentation. The public will be given the opportunity to address items that are on the agenda at the time the Council takes up each specific agenda item.

6. Consent Agenda
a. City Council Minutes for April 28, 2026
b. Receive Financial Quarterly Report for period of January 1 through March 31, 2026 c. Approve the monthly report on disbursements for the period April 1 through April 30, 2026
1 ITEMS FOR COUNCIL DISCUSSION OR ACTION

7. 7th Housing Element Update and Timeline for Milestones – Planwest Partners

8. City Engineer Update – SHN – Mike Foget

9. Conduct Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 550 Amending Chapter

13.12 of Title 13 of the Blue Lake Municipal Code Relating to Cross-Connection Control

10. Conduct Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 551 Amending Chapter

15.04 of Title 15 of the Blue Lake Municipal Code Relating to Building Standard Fees

11. Fee Schedule Update – Parks & Recreation

12. Extension of SHN’s Professional Services Contract for Planning and Engineering Service

13. Annual Multi-chamber Collaborative Mixer Fee Waiver Request from Arcata Chamber of Commerce

14. Bike and Skate Park Update

15. Council Correspondence

16. Reports Of Council and Staff
a. Ad hoc Committee Reports
b. Commission Updates
c. City Manager Report

17.Future Agenda Items
a. Special Meeting June 2nd - FY 2026-2027 Budget Presentation b. Special Meeting June 4th – Closed Session Item Only
c. Regular Meeting June 23rd

18.Closed Session Agenda
a. Public Comment on Closed Session agenda item(s).
b. Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Title: City Manager
California Government Code section 54957(b)(1).
c. Report Out of Closed Session

19.Adjourn
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2 Agenda Item: City Council Minutes for April 28,2026

Consent Agenda
Item #:
6a
Meeting Date: May 26 2026
Prepared By: Samantha Green, City Clerk
Subject: City Council Minutes for April 28 2026
A copy of the draft minutes for April 28, 2026, will be provided as supplemental information as soon as possible.

Thank you for your patience and understanding
- City Clerk Green
Review Information:

City Manager Review: ☐ Legal Review: ☐ Planner Review: ☐ Engineer: ☐ Comments:

City of Blue Lake
Staff Report
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4 Third Quarter FY 2025-2026 Financial Statements Page 1 of 2

Consent
Agenda Item #:

6.b.

Meeting Date: May 26, 2026
Prepared By: Jennie Short, City Manager
Subject: Unaudited Third Quarter Financial Reports for Period of January 1 through March 30, 2026
Recommended
Action:

That the City Council:

1. Receive and file the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Third Quarter Financial Reports

DISCUSSION
Presented for Council review is the unaudited draft Revenue and Expenditures by Fund report for the City’s financial position for the period of 01/01/26 -003/31/26 and 07/01/25 -03/31/26 and the Cash Balances by Fund report as of March 31, 2026. The Council adopted the FY 2025/26 budget in January 2026, and it has been input into the accounting system and is included in these reports. This report is intended to inform the Council on budget status and provide an overview of the revenues received through the end of the third quarter.

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
General Fund (Fund 10)
The revenues to date are $624,307 (58%) of a budgeted $1,069,316. The expenditures to date are $853,991 (79%) of a budgeted $1,085,504. The unaudited cash balance at the beginning of the fiscal year was $881,265.98 and the general fund’s cash balance has decreased by $61,033.40 so far this year. I anticipate that this decrease will be offset once the second installment of property taxes are received along with PG&E’s franchise fees.

Most of the revenues and expenditures are on target with the adopted budget, with a few exceptions.

Those exceptions include:
• Legal expenses in Fund 10 Dept. 160 are $11,548 over budget and will likely be farther over budget by the end of the fiscal year.
• Planning expenses in Fund 10 Dept. 220 are $25,719 over budget and will definitely be farther over budget due to the 7th Housing Element consultant costs. Staff estimated how much work would be completed by June 30, 2026, which was used for the 25/26 budget, knowing that the remainder would be incurred in FY 26/27. Since more is being incurred in 25/26, less will need to be included in 26/27.

City of Blue Lake
Staff Report
5 Third Quarter FY 2025-2026 Financial Statements Page 2 of 2 • Revenue from Gas Taxes has been suspended pending approval of the City’s Annual Streets Report submission to the State Controller’s Office, which is resulting in lower transfers from Fund 25 to offset the Dept 320 Streets expenditures.
• The sales and use tax payments are submitted on a delayed schedule and should increase by the end of the fiscal year.

Water Operating Fund (Fund 60)
The revenues to date are $495,994 (76%) of a budgeted $654,133. The expenditures to date are $548,570 (74%) of a budgeted $742,603. The unaudited cash balance for the Water Operating Fund at the beginning of the fiscal year was $418,086.36 and has decreased by $126,137.87 so far this year.

The adopted budget anticipated a deficit of $88,470. So far this year we have realized $52,576, or 39% of this amount.

The only remedy for the deficit in this fund is to increase water rates or decrease expenditures. Analysis of this fund is high on my list of priorities.

Sewer Operating Fund (Fund 70)
The revenues to date are $409,178 (69%) of a budgeted $591,663. The expenditures to date are $502,722 (82%) of a budgeted $611,204. The unaudited cash balance for the Sewer Operating Fund at the beginning of the fiscal year was $344,589.67 and has increased by $9,426.86 so far this year. The adopted budget anticipated a deficit of $19,541. So far this year we have realized a deficit of $93,544, or 478% of this amount.

For this fund we are closely monitoring the expenditures with the goal of staying under the year’s budget total. The sewer service charges are only at 69% of the budgeted amount when they should be at 75%.

This deficit is concerning. Analysis of the sewer fees and expenditures is high on my list of priorities.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Third Quarter Revenue and Expenditure by Fund Report for Period of January 1 – March 31, 2026

2. Cash Balances by Fund as of March 31, 2026 with YTD Change Review Information:

City Manager Review: ☒ Legal Review: ☐ Planner Review: ☐ Engineer: ☐ Comments:
6 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 10 - General Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Property tax-secured 79,801 79,801 161,045 (81,244) (50)% Property tax-unsecured 4,460 4,460 6,166 (1,706) (28)%
Property tax-supplemental 1,068 1,068 2,161 (1,094) (51)% Property tax-prior years 349 349 2,191 (1,842) (84)%
Interest Income/penalties on delinquent ... 727 727 4,946 (4,219) (85)% Sales & use tax 30,971 82,834 174,620 (91,786) (53)%
Real Property Transfer Tax 1,059 1,059 3,761 (2,702) (72)% Transient Occupancy Tax 0 0 872 (872) (100)%
Franchise fee, Cable TV 2,821 5,718 11,980 (6,262) (52)% Franchise fee, Pacific Gas & Electric 0 0 18,320 (18,320) (100)% Franchise fee, garbage 3,144 12,204 18,379 (6,175) (34)% Business license taxes 13,220 15,560 18,473 (2,913) (16)% Animal licenses & fees 360 875 2,565 (1,690) (66)%
Building permits & fees 3,717 15,043 20,000 (4,957) (25)% Interest earned 6,416 14,293 17,245 (2,952) (17)%
Rent, Little League 0 0 1,000 (1,000) (100)%
Rent, Resource Center 9,271 11,406 12,191 (785) (6)%
Rent, caretaker cabin 1,320 5,280 7,920 (2,640) (33)%
Park facilities rental 4,015 10,020 19,800 (9,780) (49)% Motor vehicle in-lieu 74,352 76,195 151,627 (75,432) (50)% Other State grants 34,727 130,243 95,516 34,727 36 %
Homeowners property tax relief 654 654 1,375 (721) (52)% Prop 172 public safety 9,840 9,840 15,768 (5,928) (38)% Miscellaneous Grants 0 823 6,000 (5,177) (86)%
Planning cost recovery & fees 980 1,965 19,639 (17,674) (90)% City attorney cost recovery & fees 0 0 148 (148) (100)% Public works cost recovery & fees 940 1,175 2,115 (940) (44)% Administrative fees 121 641 2,705 (2,064) (76)%
City engineering cost recovery & fees 0 0 808 (808) (100)% Other cost recovery fees 1,005 1,875 3,165 (1,290) (41)% Parks & rec-skating 21,013 52,332 80,000 (27,668) (35)% Parks & rec-games/vending machines 470 1,342 2,743 (1,402) (51)% Parks & rec-summer recreation program ... 861 12,740 11,447 1,293 11 % Parks & rec-recreation fees 1,400 10,881 10,000 881 9 % Parks & rec-concessions revenue 2,971 9,212 13,000 (3,788) (29)% Parks & rec-donations (4,476) 160 0 160 0 %
General donations 37 37 0 37 0 %
Miscellaneous other revenue 0 258 500 (242) (48)%
Indirect costs recovered 0 0 2,889 (2,889) (100)%
Transfers from other funds 0 53,236 146,234 (92,998) (64)% Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 307,614 624,307 1,069,316 (445,009) (42)%

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Salaries, regular fulltime 62,580 165,712 248,477 82,765 33 % Salaries, regular parttime 24,916 110,539 154,999 44,460 29 % Compensation time paid 276 1,902 0 (1,902) 0 %
Vacation time paid 1,430 3,142 0 (3,142) 0 %
Over time paid 980 6,263 6,850 587 9 %
Salaries, rounds/call back 0 480 0 (480) 0 %
Severance pay 0 3,750 3,750 0 0 %
Payroll taxes (ss/med/sui) 7,545 23,496 33,465 9,969 30 % Retirement-Miscellaneous Members 6,076 17,388 28,546 11,158 39 % Retirement-Unfunded Liability 0 52,682 52,682 0 0 %
Health insurance 28,854 62,716 89,679 26,963 30 %
Dental/vision plan 610 1,865 3,188 1,323 42 %
Retirement-Public Safety 0 12,471 12,471 0 0 %
7 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 10 - General Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget
Workers' compensation insurance 3,293 10,595 13,378 2,783 21 % City Council stipend 600 1,800 3,000 1,200 40 %
Legal 3,875 36,748 28,115 (8,633) (31)%
Engineering 3,920 24,923 25,975 1,052 4 %
Planning 21,500 67,972 40,575 (27,397) (68)%
Audit 0 0 13,000 13,000 100 %
Accounting 1,275 5,085 10,000 4,915 49 %
Actuarial services 0 0 700 700 100 %
Postage 568 830 1,055 225 21 %
Fuels & lubricants 781 3,567 3,925 358 9 %
Supplies & expendable equipment 2,154 17,002 19,740 2,738 14 % Concession supplies 810 6,215 7,500 1,285 17 %
Advertising & promotion 0 326 615 289 47 %
Background reports 102 154 300 146 49 %
Maintenance & repair-equipment 161 1,253 2,000 747 37 % Maintenance & repair-facilities 1,100 5,103 5,300 197 4 % Maintenance & repair-vehicles 13 366 805 439 55 %
Equipment & vehicle rentals 4,638 7,404 5,150 (2,254) (44)% Janitorial services (1,938) 333 3,455 3,122 90 %
Animal Shelter Services 2,695 8,084 10,779 2,695 25 %
Outside services 2,923 13,986 18,141 4,155 23 %
IT services & costs 2,974 6,717 7,980 1,263 16 %
Communications 3,371 6,388 6,255 (133) (2)%
Water 2,916 13,946 20,755 6,809 33 %
Gas & Electric 8,292 31,859 42,850 10,991 26 %
Garbage & greenwaste disposal services 2,354 4,737 5,965 1,228 21 % Alarm system services 454 1,083 1,485 402 27 %
McClure right of way (431) 0 0 0 0 %
Licenses, permits & fees (7,959) 5,096 19,765 14,669 74 % County tax collector-admin fee 2,781 2,781 4,595 1,814 39 % General liability insurance 8,280 24,841 41,088 16,247 40 % Property casualty insurance 1,885 5,654 8,251 2,597 31 % Travel 436 1,586 350 (1,236) (353)%
Property taxes & assesments 648 745 755 10 1 %
Meetings, education & training 1,444 3,521 4,260 739 17 % Memberships, dues & subscriptions 788 1,597 2,010 413 21 % Miscellaneous other expense 0 0 50 50 100 %
Buildings & Improvements (5,000) 69,289 71,475 2,187 3 % Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 204,972 853,991 1,085,504 231,513 21 % TOTAL 102,642 (229,684) (16,188) (213,496) 1,319 %
8 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 15 - Bike & Skate Park Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Parks & rec-donations 4,476 4,476 0 4,476 0 %
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 4,476 4,476 0 4,476 0 %

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Legal 1,986 1,986 0 (1,986) 0 %
Planning 168 168 0 (168) 0 %
Supplies & expendable equipment 844 844 0 (844) 0 %
Buildings & Improvements 5,000 5,000 0 (5,000) 0 %
Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 7,997 7,997 0 (7,997) 0 % TOTAL (3,521) (3,521) 0 (3,521) 0 %
9 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 45 - CDBG Program Income-Business Retention
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Parks & rec-donations 0 0 8,000 (8,000) (100)%
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 0 0 8,000 (8,000) (100)%

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Legal 0 0 2,000 2,000 100 %
Planning 0 0 200 200 100 %
Supplies & expendable equipment 0 0 845 845 100 %
Buildings & Improvements 0 0 5,000 5,000 100 %
Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 0 0 8,045 8,045 100 %
TOTAL 0 0 (45) 45 (100)%
Bike Park Budget
10 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 25 - Highway Users Tax Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Interest earned 255 463 518 (55) (11)%
2103 Highway Users Tax 696 6,035 11,524 (5,489) (48)%
2105 Highway Users Tax 565 3,693 7,494 (3,801) (51)%
2106 Highway users tax 741 4,839 9,824 (4,985) (51)%
2107 Highway Users Tax 790 4,963 9,912 (4,949) (50)%
2107.5 Highway Users Tax 0 1,000 1,000 0 0 %
Highway Users Tax-Rd Maint Rehab Acct 5,501 16,574 32,883 (16,309) (50)% Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 8,547 37,567 73,155 (35,588) (49)%

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Transfers to other funds 0 29,135 73,155 44,020 60 %
Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 0 29,135 73,155 44,020 60 % TOTAL 8,547 8,431 0 8,431 0 %
11 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 30 - TDA Street Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
HCOAG Transportation Tax-Streets 0 0 59,955 (59,955) (100)% Interest earned 70 214 43 171 398 %
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 70 214 59,998 (59,784) (100)%

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Transfers to other funds 0 11,733 59,998 48,265 80 %
Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 0 11,733 59,998 48,265 80 % TOTAL 70 (11,519) 0 (11,519) 0 %
12 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 31 - TDA Purchased Transportation Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
HCOAG Transportation Tax-Transit 0 0 15,600 (15,600) (100)% Interest earned 15 30 0 30 0 %
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 15 30 15,600 (15,570) (100)%

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Public transit services 0 15,600 15,600 0 0 %
Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 0 15,600 15,600 0 0 %
TOTAL 15 (15,570) 0 (15,570) 0 %
13 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 32 - AB-939 Solid Waste/Recycling Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Other State grants 5,000 5,000 5,000 0 0 %
AB-939 tipping fees 1,923 5,628 5,530 98 2 %
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 6,923 10,628 10,530 98 1 %

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Salaries, regular fulltime (3,465) (23) 0 23 0 %
Salaries, regular parttime (86) 0 0 0 0 %
Compensation time paid (209) (104) 0 104 0 %
Vacation time paid (91) 0 0 0 0 %
Payroll taxes (ss/med/sui) 116 398 0 (398) 0 %
Retirement-Miscellaneous Members 100 396 0 (396) 0 %
Health insurance 620 2,461 0 (2,461) 0 %
Dental/vision plan 23 96 0 (96) 0 %
Workers' compensation insurance 42 165 0 (165) 0 %
Planning 566 566 0 (566) 0 %
Garbage & greenwaste disposal services 0 6,700 7,000 300 4 % Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS (2,384) 10,655 7,000 (3,655) (52)% TOTAL 9,308 (27) 3,530 (3,557) (101)%
14 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 33 - Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Interest earned 0 0 500 (500) (100)%
SLESF grant 43,823 178,740 185,271 (6,531) (4)%
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 43,823 178,740 185,771 (7,031) (4)%

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Law enforcement services 42,540 127,619 170,159 42,540 25 % Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 42,540 127,619 170,159 42,540 25 % TOTAL 1,283 51,121 15,612 35,509 227 %
15 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 34 - Regional Surface Transportation Program Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
RSTP funds 0 12,368 13,081 (713) (5)%
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 0 12,368 13,081 (713) (5)%

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Transfers to other funds 0 12,368 13,081 713 5 %
Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 0 12,368 13,081 713 5 %
TOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 %
16 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 36 - Powers Creek District Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Rent, 100/110 Monda Way 0 0 27,250 (27,250) (100)%
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 0 0 27,250 (27,250) (100)%

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Salaries, regular fulltime 1,747 4,127 0 (4,127) 0 %
Salaries, regular parttime 1,358 3,006 3,202 196 6 %
Payroll taxes (ss/med/sui) 272 580 258 (322) (125)%
Retirement-Miscellaneous Members 251 578 255 (323) (127)% Health insurance 960 2,127 0 (2,127) 0 %
Dental/vision plan 35 83 0 (83) 0 %
Workers' compensation insurance 103 237 106 (131) (123)% Supplies & expendable equipment 61 61 50 (11) (22)%
Maintenance & repair-equipment 15 55 300 245 82 %
Maintenance & repair-facilities 0 50 200 150 75 %
Outside services 0 0 2,000 2,000 100 %
Garbage & greenwaste disposal services 0 155 0 (155) 0 % Property taxes & assesments 702 702 500 (202) (40)%
Buildings & Improvements 0 175 0 (175) 0 %
Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 5,504 11,936 6,871 (5,065) (74)% TOTAL (5,504) (11,936) 20,379 (32,315) (159)%
17 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 38 - CDBG Non-Program Income Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Interest earned 1,140 2,356 3,800 (1,444) (38)%
Loan payment revenue-Business Retention 0 0 1,200 (1,200) (100)% Transfers from other funds 0 0 9,750 (9,750) (100)%
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 1,140 2,356 14,750 (12,394) (84)%

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Interest expense 3 140 140 (0) (0)%
Debt principal re-payments 1,210 8,495 8,495 0 0 %
Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 1,214 8,635 8,635 (0) (0)% TOTAL (73) (6,278) 6,115 (12,394) (203)%
18 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 42 - CDBG Program Income-Holding Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Interest earned 16 22 250 (228) (91)%
Interest-CDBG loans 0 7 50 (43) (86)%
Loan payment revenue-Housing Rehab 0 2,147 5,000 (2,853) (57)% Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 16 2,177 5,300 (3,123) (59)%

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
IT services & costs 0 60 100 40 40 %
Transfers to other funds 0 0 4,750 4,750 100 %
Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 0 60 4,850 4,790 99 %
TOTAL 16 2,117 450 1,667 370 %
19 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 44 - CDBG Program Income-Revolving Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Interest earned 1,888 3,846 7,200 (3,354) (47)%
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 1,888 3,846 7,200 (3,354) (47)%

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Transfers to other funds 0 0 5,000 5,000 100 %
Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 0 0 5,000 5,000 100 %
TOTAL 1,888 3,846 2,200 1,646 75 %
20 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 60 - Water Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Interest earned 2,367 5,152 12,635 (7,483) (59)%
Other Federal grants 0 56,000 55,999 1 0 %
Miscellaneous Grants 0 823 2,500 (1,677) (67)%
City attorney cost recovery & fees 0 0 823 (823) (100)% Administrative fees 238 870 1,155 (286) (25)%
Services to others 1,500 3,500 6,095 (2,595) (43)%
Water sales 138,206 423,022 566,181 (143,159) (25)%
Water late charges 2,191 6,627 8,745 (2,118) (24)%
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 144,502 495,994 654,133 (158,139) (24)%

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Salaries, regular fulltime 35,389 99,958 132,011 32,053 24 % Salaries, regular parttime 5,549 21,596 53,181 31,585 59 % Salaries, on call/standby 1,020 2,772 3,840 1,068 28 %
Compensation time paid 343 756 0 (756) 0 %
Vacation time paid 194 1,480 0 (1,480) 0 %
Over time paid 930 4,693 5,000 307 6 %
Salaries, rounds/call back 2,499 8,140 11,223 3,084 27 % Severance pay 0 7,500 7,500 0 0 %
Payroll taxes (ss/med/sui) 3,950 11,624 16,457 4,833 29 % Retirement-Miscellaneous Members 3,870 11,117 17,374 6,257 36 % Health insurance 20,744 48,842 63,959 15,117 24 %
Dental/vision plan 463 1,538 2,337 799 34 %
Workers' compensation insurance 1,745 5,373 6,648 1,275 19 % GASB 68 PERS Adjustment 0 0 21,750 21,750 100 %
GASB 74/75 OPEB Adjustment 0 0 5,937 5,937 100 %
Legal 4,612 11,557 5,200 (6,357) (122)%
Engineering 2,115 4,230 3,000 (1,230) (41)%
Planning 178 178 125 (53) (42)%
Audit 0 0 14,500 14,500 100 %
Accounting 1,275 5,085 10,000 4,915 49 %
Actuarial services 0 0 700 700 100 %
Postage 232 1,575 3,060 1,485 49 %
Fuels & lubricants 843 3,055 4,085 1,030 25 %
Supplies & expendable equipment 1,837 5,660 10,505 4,845 46 % Concession supplies 0 (187) 0 187 0 %
Advertising & promotion 0 40 115 75 65 %
Background reports 99 99 70 (29) (41)%
Maintenance & repair-equipment 100 451 1,880 1,429 76 % Maintenance & repair-facilities 7,588 21,657 20,000 (1,657) (8)% Maintenance & repair-vehicles 19 293 840 547 65 %
Equipment & vehicle rentals 1,171 1,877 2,265 388 17 %
Janitorial services 109 329 650 321 49 %
Lab tests 240 1,373 2,785 1,412 51 %
Outside services 2,911 8,214 8,878 664 7 %
IT services & costs 1,595 3,515 3,500 (15) (0)%
Communications 2,800 5,232 5,325 93 2 %
Water 49,583 163,628 227,755 64,127 28 %
Gas & Electric 4,501 18,544 28,513 9,969 35 %
Garbage & greenwaste disposal services 18 35 190 155 82 % Alarm system services 466 1,366 1,890 524 28 %
McClure right of way 50 100 100 0 0 %
Licenses, permits & fees (6,024) 5,273 5,647 374 7 %
Bad debt expense 668 932 500 (432) (86)%
General liability insurance 3,999 11,996 15,577 3,581 23 % Property casualty insurance 1,885 5,654 8,251 2,597 31 % 21 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 60 - Water Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget
Travel 290 1,406 1,500 94 6 %
Property taxes & assesments 432 487 490 3 1 %
Interest expense 0 24 265 241 91 %
Meetings, education & training 157 3,734 5,340 1,606 30 % Memberships, dues & subscriptions 761 911 1,410 499 35 % Miscellaneous other expense 0 0 475 475 100 %
Depreciation 11,620 34,859 0 (34,859) 0 %
Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 172,822 548,570 742,603 194,033 26 % TOTAL (28,320) (52,576) (88,470) 35,894 (41)%
22 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 61 - Water Connection Fee Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Interest earned 1,959 3,992 5,980 (1,988) (33)%
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 1,959 3,992 5,980 (1,988) (33)% TOTAL 1,959 3,992 5,980 (1,988) (33)%
23 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 62 - Water Capital Reserve Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Interest earned 132 269 405 (136) (34)%
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 132 269 405 (136) (34)%
TOTAL 132 269 405 (136) (34)%
24 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 64 - Turbidity Reduction Facility Reserve Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
TRF water fees 3,060 7,175 11,585 (4,410) (38)%
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 3,060 7,175 11,585 (4,410) (38)%

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Bad debt expense 16 21 100 79 79 %
City share of Turbidity Reduction Facility ... 8,763 15,124 11,585 (3,539) (31)% Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 8,779 15,145 11,685 (3,460) (30)% TOTAL (5,719) (7,970) (100) (7,870) 7,870 %
25 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 70 - Sewer Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Miscellaneous Grants 0 823 2,500 (1,677) (67)%
City attorney cost recovery & fees 0 0 1,795 (1,795) (100)% Public works cost recovery & fees 0 301 445 (144) (32)% Administrative fees 238 870 1,325 (456) (34)%
Other cost recovery fees 0 0 800 (800) (100)%
Services to others 1,500 3,500 2,000 1,500 75 %
Sewer service charges 134,167 397,057 577,798 (180,741) (31)% Sewer late charges 2,191 6,627 5,000 1,627 33 %
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 138,096 409,178 591,663 (182,485) (31)%

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Salaries, regular fulltime 42,485 110,407 148,273 37,866 26 % Salaries, regular parttime 5,393 22,175 46,776 24,601 53 % Salaries, on call/standby 1,020 2,772 3,840 1,068 28 %
Compensation time paid 343 756 0 (756) 0 %
Vacation time paid 194 1,257 0 (1,257) 0 %
Over time paid 930 5,034 4,800 (234) (5)%
Salaries, rounds/call back 2,499 8,140 11,223 3,084 27 % Severance pay 0 7,500 7,500 0 0 %
Payroll taxes (ss/med/sui) 4,520 12,526 17,205 4,679 27 % Retirement-Miscellaneous Members 4,445 11,652 18,597 6,945 37 % Health insurance 23,215 49,464 64,939 15,475 24 %
Dental/vision plan 548 1,519 2,285 766 34 %
Workers' compensation insurance 1,984 5,579 6,976 1,397 20 % GASB 68 PERS Adjustment 0 0 20,149 20,149 100 %
GASB 74/75 OPEB Adjustment 0 0 6,362 6,362 100 %
Legal 305 2,797 2,000 (797) (40)%
Engineering 3,724 7,033 11,510 4,478 39 %
Planning 103 328 1,000 672 67 %
Audit 0 0 14,500 14,500 100 %
Accounting 1,275 5,085 10,000 4,915 49 %
Actuarial services 0 0 700 700 100 %
Postage 212 1,555 1,770 215 12 %
Fuels & lubricants 981 3,668 4,935 1,267 26 %
Supplies & expendable equipment 1,105 4,266 6,105 1,839 30 % Chemical supplies 1,071 3,628 4,300 672 16 %
Advertising & promotion 0 40 95 55 58 %
Background reports 99 99 70 (29) (41)%
Maintenance & repair-equipment 132 762 3,020 2,258 75 % Maintenance & repair-facilities 7,964 10,722 10,000 (722) (7)% Maintenance & repair-vehicles 11 234 1,194 960 80 %
Equipment & vehicle rentals 1,442 2,679 3,025 346 11 %
Janitorial services 109 329 750 421 56 %
Lab tests 2,510 10,349 14,720 4,371 30 %
Outside services 5,881 8,214 9,403 1,189 13 %
IT services & costs 1,614 3,533 3,500 (33) (1)%
Communications 2,381 4,003 3,895 (108) (3)%
Water 2,870 5,645 8,679 3,033 35 %
Gas & Electric 9,768 38,922 59,789 20,867 35 %
Garbage & greenwaste disposal services 18 35 190 155 82 % Alarm system services 275 797 1,135 338 30 %
Licenses, permits & fees (5,999) 34,371 45,500 11,129 24 % Bad debt expense 392 753 500 (253) (51)%
General liability insurance 4,157 12,471 17,268 4,797 28 % Property casualty insurance 1,885 5,654 8,251 2,597 31 % Travel 290 1,406 1,500 94 6 %
26 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 70 - Sewer Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget
Property taxes & assesments 324 324 325 1 0 %
Interest expense (2,970) 0 0 0 0 %
Meetings, education & training 191 408 1,000 592 59 %
Memberships, dues & subscriptions 934 1,084 1,175 91 8 % Miscellaneous other expense 0 0 475 475 100 %
Depreciation 30,917 92,750 0 (92,750) 0 %
Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 161,546 502,722 611,204 108,482 18 % TOTAL (23,449) (93,544) (19,541) (74,002) 379 %
27 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 71 - Sewer Connection Fee Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Interest earned 3,124 6,364 9,532 (3,168) (33)%
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 3,124 6,364 9,532 (3,168) (33)% TOTAL 3,124 6,364 9,532 (3,168) (33)%
28 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 72 - Sewer Capital Reserve Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Interest earned 13,571 27,646 35,000 (7,354) (21)%
Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 13,571 27,646 35,000 (7,354) (21)% TOTAL 13,571 27,646 35,000 (7,354) (21)%
29 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 80 - Dental/Vision Trust Fund
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

REVENUES & TRANSFERS
Interest earned 360 728 1,060 (332) (31)%
Transfer of charges to operations 1,680 5,100 6,740 (1,640) (24)% Total REVENUES & TRANSFERS 2,040 5,828 7,800 (1,972) (25)%

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Dental claims paid 3,305 5,398 6,300 902 14 %
Vision claims paid 303 1,292 1,500 208 14 %
Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 3,608 6,690 7,800 1,110 14 % TOTAL (1,568) (863) 0 (863) 0 %
30 City of Blue Lake
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures - Unposted Transactions Included In Report 90 - Fixed Asset Group of Accounts
From 1/1/2026 Through 3/31/2026
(In Whole Numbers)
Period Actual
Current
YTD Actual Budget
FY 25/26
Variance
Budget
Remain
% Budget

EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS
Depreciation 72,987 218,961 0 (218,961) 0 %
Total EXPENDITURES & TRANSFERS 72,987 218,961 0 (218,961) 0 % TOTAL (72,987) (218,961) 0 (218,961) 0 %
31 City of Blue Lake
Balance Sheet - Unaudited Draft Cash Balances
As of 3/31/2026
Beginning Year
Balance
07/01/2025
Current Period
Balance
03/31/2026 YTD Change
Fund Assets
10 General Fund 881,265.98 820,232.58 (61,033.40)
11 Recreation Economic Analysis Fund 26,343.27 26,343.27 0.00 12 American Rescue Plan - Covid Relief Fund 11,449.33 11,449.33 0.00 13 State Park Per Capita Program Fund (97,477.18) (97,477.18) 0.00 15 Bike & Skate Park Fund (3,719.75) (7,240.79) (3,521.04) 25 Highway Users Tax Fund 14,552.27 32,208.97 17,656.70 30 TDA Street Fund (21,316.41) 8,020.71 29,337.12
31 TDA Purchased Transportation Fund (1,544.78) (13,931.12) (12,386.34) 32 AB-939 Solid Waste/Recycling Fund (15,274.83) (18,454.48) (3,179.65) 33 Supplemental Law Enforcement Services (4,244.39) 89,937.10 94,181.49 34 Regional Surface Transportation Program 0.00 0.00 0.00 36 Powers Creek District Fund (104,818.32) (117,545.04) (12,726.72) 38 CDBG Non-Program Income Fund 133,367.15 128,213.41 (5,153.74) 42 CDBG Program Income-Holding Fund 0.00 2,139.85 2,139.85 44 CDBG Program Income-Revolving Fund 205,485.37 211,216.99 5,731.62 60 Water Fund 418,086.36 291,948.49 (126,137.87)
61 Water Connection Fee Fund 216,103.46 222,016.38 5,912.92 62 Water Capital Reserve Fund 14,514.28 14,912.40 398.12 64 Turbidity Reduction Facility Reserve Fund (11,396.18) (20,097.91) (8,701.73) 70 Sewer Fund (213,554.29) (258,681.77) (45,127.48)
71 Sewer Connection Fee Fund 344,589.67 354,016.53 9,426.86 72 Sewer Capital Reserve Fund 1,493,598.18 1,534,550.72 40,952.54 80 Dental/Vision Trust Fund 39,563.74 40,855.31 1,291.57 82 Self Insured-Retention Reserve Fund 20,000.00 20,000.00 0.00 Total Assets 3,345,572.93 3,274,633.75 (70,939.18)
32 Agenda Item #: 6c
Meeting Date: May 26, 2026
Prepared By: Jennie Short, City Manager
Subject: March Monthly Disbursements
Recommended
Action:

That the City Council:

1. Approve the monthly report on disbursements for the period April 1 – 30, 2026

BACKGROUND
The attached list shows the checks and electronic payments made during the period listed above. The Finance Manager confirms that these payments were made for expenses that are part of the City Council’s approved budget.

Under California law (Government Code Section 37208), the City is allowed to pay these expenses right away, without waiting for the City Council to review them first. However, the law also requires that the full list of payments be given to the City Council at its next regular meeting. This report fulfills that requirement.

FISCAL IMPACT
None

ALTERNATIVES
None.

ATTACHMENTS

1. City of Blue Lake Check/Voucher Register for period of April 1 – 30, 2026 Review Information:

City Manager Review: ☒ Legal Review: ☐ Planner Review: ☐ Engineer: ☐ Comments:

City of Blue Lake
Staff Report
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34 City of Blue Lake
Check/Voucher Register - Check Register
From 4/1/2026 Through 4/30/2026
Number
Check
Date
Check
Payee Description
Transaction
Check Amount
13701 4/3/2026 Advanced Security Systems INV773779 4/1/26 Alarm sys 388.50 13702 4/3/2026 Aflac INV040947 2/25/26 Feb2026 260.16
4/3/2026 Aflac INV354118 3/25/26 March 2026 260.16
13703 4/3/2026 AT&T INV3/4/26 4-Cal Net 3 bills 351.38
13704 4/3/2026 Best Best & Krieger LLP INV1046789 12/2/25 thru Nov 2025 legal
2,923.00
4/3/2026 Best Best & Krieger LLP INV1049942 1/7/26 thru Dec 2025 legal
1,550.00
4/3/2026 Best Best & Krieger LLP INV1056380 thru 2/28/26 legal 1,938.00 13705 4/3/2026 City of Blue Lake Petty Cash Reimb. Bus.Off. 3/23/26

52.10 13706 4/3/2026 Blue Lake Garbage Co. INV62X02348 2/28/26 City GW 921.60 13707 4/3/2026 Eureka Oxygen Co. INVA720709 3/16/26 gas 54.13 13708 4/3/2026 Samantha Green INV3/28/26 CH supplies-S.

Green

98.42 13709 4/3/2026 Humboldt County Public Works INV2/2/26 Food rcvry Hum CO Dept PW
566.07
13710 4/3/2026 Humboldt Termite and Pest INV596679 3/11/26 pest control svcs

72.00 13711 4/3/2026 Microbac Laboratories, Inc. INV186640 2/4/26 W/S Tests 158.00 4/3/2026 Microbac Laboratories, Inc. INV186678 2/6/26 W/S tests 100.00 4/3/2026 Microbac Laboratories, Inc. INV186793 2/12/26 W/S tests 148.00 4/3/2026 Microbac Laboratories, Inc. INV186852 2/16/26 W/S tests 88.00 4/3/2026 Microbac Laboratories, Inc. INV186860 2/16/26 W/S tests 473.00 4/3/2026 Microbac Laboratories, Inc. INV186861 2/16/26 W/S tests 158.00 4/3/2026 Microbac Laboratories, Inc. INV187059 3/2/26 W/S tests 148.00 4/3/2026 Microbac Laboratories, Inc. INV187139 3/5/26 W/S tests 100.00 13712 4/3/2026 National Band and Tag Co. INV359845 3/24/26 Dog lic. tags

98.64 13713 4/3/2026 REMIF INV4/1/26 REMIF med pymt Apr 2026
26,224.00
13714 4/3/2026 Restif Cleaning Service INV151021 2/28/26 CH Janitorial
110.00
13715 4/3/2026 Isabella G. Crawford Employee: crawfordi; Pay Date: 4/3/2026

92.33 13716 4/3/2026 Daniel L. Dimick Employee: dimickd; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
786.67
13717 4/3/2026 Michael D. Downard Employee: downardm; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
953.28
13718 4/3/2026 Vicki L. Hutton Employee: huttonv; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
1,912.58
260403A01 4/3/2026 Christopher A. Ball Employee: ballc; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
308.83
260403A02 4/3/2026 Glenn R. Bernald Employee: bernaldg; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
2,046.67
260403A03 4/3/2026 Skyler A. Coke Employee: cokes; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
1,079.49
260403A04 4/3/2026 Christopher B. Edgar Employee: edgarc; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
1,660.82
260403A05 4/3/2026 Samantha G. Green Employee: greens; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
1,445.65
260403A06 4/3/2026 Hazel E. Hale Employee: haleh; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
195.90
260403A07 4/3/2026 Austin R. Jones Employee: jonesa; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
1,231.22
260403A08 4/3/2026 Kanoa K. Jones Employee: jonesk; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
142.69
260403A09 4/3/2026 Karie R. Kroeker Employee: kroekerk; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
1,959.32
260403A10 4/3/2026 Athina S. Lee Employee: leea; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
1,612.27
260403A11 4/3/2026 Suzette M. Leyba-Strong Employee: leyba-strongs; Pay Date: 4/3/2026
913.42
260403A12 4/3/2026 Aislin N. McKinney Employee: mckinneya; Pay Date: 4/3/2026
129.89
260403A13 4/3/2026 Jacob P. Meng Employee: mengj; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
1,396.07
260403A14 4/3/2026 Shaylee A. O'Neil Employee: oneils; Pay Date:
4/3/2026

92.33 260403A15 4/3/2026 Jennie M. Short Employee: shortj; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
3,235.75
260403A16 4/3/2026 Quinn Sousa Employee: sousaq; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
333.36
Date: 5/20/26 09:36:28 PM Page: 1
35 City of Blue Lake
Check/Voucher Register - Check Register
From 4/1/2026 Through 4/30/2026
Number
Check
Date
Check
Payee Description
Transaction
Check Amount
260403A17 4/3/2026 Emily P. Wood Employee: woode; Pay Date:
4/3/2026
1,596.11
260403EFT 4/3/2026 U. S. Department of Treasury EFTPS Federal Tax Pmt 4/3/26 7,672.70 260403E... 4/3/2026 Employment Development Dept. DE88 State Tax pymt 4/3/26 1,504.53 260403E... 4/3/2026 Cal PERS PERS retirement pymt 4/3/26 4,814.72 260403E... 4/3/2026 Freedom Voice Freedom Voice 4/3/26 120.31 260403E... 4/3/2026 CA State Disbursement Unit CS P/R deduct-Edgar 4/3/26 104.30 2445 4/6/2026 Micah Ashford Utility Deposit Refund
40498001 Ashford
109.49
2446 4/6/2026 Marlene West Utility Deposit Refund
40527001 West

15.92 2448 4/6/2026 City of Blue Lake Utilities Paid from Deposits for 4/1/26 Billing date
454.59
13719 4/7/2026 Erin McClure-P Charley
Trustee
First Annual Easement Payment
- Tank 1

0.00 13720 4/10/2026 Arcata Stationers INV246330 3/12/26 CH supplies 108.55 4/10/2026 Arcata Stationers INV246855 3/25/26 CH supplies 29.62 13721 4/10/2026 AT&T ACCT23384157271066 3/20/26
Alarms

31.76 4/10/2026 AT&T ACCT23838111108003 3/20/26
Alarms

31.76 13722 4/10/2026 B & B Portable Toilet Co. INV225815 3/28/26 B&B Services 107.63 13723 4/10/2026 CA Building Standards Comm. INV4/7/26 Jan-Mar2026 CBSC report fees

9.90 13724 4/10/2026 State Water Resources Ctl
Brd
INV3/26/26 WW plant optr cert
app
173.00
13725 4/10/2026 Coastal Business Systems
Inc.

INV41599495 3/27/26 Copiers
usage 12/21-3/20/26
952.21
13726 4/10/2026 Dazey's Arcata INV11462 3/4/26 WWTP supplies 25.88 13727 4/10/2026 Humb. Co. Environmental
Health
INV129907 4/1/26 Food
fac-min. prep permit rnwl
860.00
13728 4/10/2026 Recorder, County of Humboldt INV4/9/26 CEQA filing/H2O tank replcmnt

50.00 13729 4/10/2026 Humboldt Co. Sheriff's
Office
INV3/31/26 Animal Shelter
Svcs Jan2026-Mar2026
2,694.75
4/10/2026 Humboldt Co. Sheriff's
Office
INV3/31/26 Law Enforcement
Srvcs Jan 2026-Mar 2026
42,539.75
13730 4/10/2026 Humb. Bay Municipal Water
Dist
Billing Period:
2/28//26-3/31/26
19,598.89
13731 4/10/2026 Austin Jones INV4/2/26 3/25/26-3/27/26
mileage reimb-Jones

45.68 13732 4/10/2026 Michelle Lewis-Lusso INV3/31/26 Jan,Feb,Mar2026 council stipend
150.00
13733 4/10/2026 Erin McClure First Annual Easement
Payment-Tank 1
6,000.00
13734 4/10/2026 McKinleyville Ace Hardware INV514722 3/12/26 WW supplies 992.73 4/10/2026 McKinleyville Ace Hardware INV515942 4/3/26 Park supplies 34.76 13735 4/10/2026 Miller Farms Nursery, Inc. INV179275 3/11/26 landscape safety supps
202.74
13736 4/10/2026 The Mill Yard INVK47882 3/13/26 shop
supplies

13.55 13737 4/10/2026 Katheryn Napier INV3/31/26 Jan,Feb,Mar2026 council stipend
150.00
13738 4/10/2026 Optimum Billing Period 4/1/26-4/30/26 558.22 13739 4/10/2026 Platt Electric Suppy, Inc. INV7C76992 3/09/26 WWTP elect. supp.
1,137.43
13740 4/10/2026 John Sawatzky INV3/31/26 Jan,Feb,Mar2026 council stipend
150.00
13741 4/10/2026 Elise G. Scafani INV3/31/26 Jan,Feb,Mar2026 council stipend
150.00
13742 4/10/2026 Thomas Home Center INV946552 3/25/26 Park supp/ww plumb

71.86 13743 4/10/2026 Verizon Wireless INV6139111699 2/22/26-3/21/26 415.90 13744 4/10/2026 Emily P. Wood INV3/25/26 P10 reimbursement 1,182.00 4/10/2026 Emily P. Wood INV3/25/26-1 P10 reimbursement 18.00 13745 4/14/2026 Fidelity Title CK 13745 4/07/26 McClure Easement-open escrow
5,000.00
13746 4/17/2026 Isabella G. Crawford Employee: crawfordi; Pay Date: 4/17/2026
176.95
13747 4/17/2026 Daniel L. Dimick Employee: dimickd; Pay Date:
4/17/2026
786.67
13748 4/17/2026 Michael D. Downard Employee: downardm; Pay Date:
4/17/2026
945.85
Date: 5/20/26 09:36:28 PM Page: 2
36 City of Blue Lake
Check/Voucher Register - Check Register
From 4/1/2026 Through 4/30/2026
Number
Check
Date
Check
Payee Description
Transaction
Check Amount
13749 4/17/2026 Vicki L. Hutton Employee: huttonv; Pay Date:
4/17/2026
1,912.58
13750 4/17/2026 295 Enterprise Inc INV111 Nov2025 - fuel expense 802.15 4/17/2026 295 Enterprise Inc INV112 Dec 2025 - fuel expense 1,117.97 4/17/2026 295 Enterprise Inc INV113 Jan 2026 - fuel expense 866.28 4/17/2026 295 Enterprise Inc INV114 Feb 2026 - fuel expense 799.56 13751 4/17/2026 Access Humboldt INV3344 3/31/26 LFAs
agreement 6/1/08
112.50
13752 4/17/2026 AT&T INV4/4/26 4-Cal Net 3 Bills 353.48 13753 4/17/2026 State Water Resources Ctl
Brd
INVZACOK1601TE01 4/16/26
SWRCB Cert

50.00 13754 4/17/2026 Michael Downard INV02563204 4/3/26 Annual Boot Allowance 25/26-Downward
121.26
13755 4/17/2026 Samantha Green INV25029 4/13/26 Thumb-drive for city cncl comm. videos

44.09 13756 4/17/2026 Infobond, Inc. INV17815 4/9/26 SCADA-Fortiut serv./firewall
656.00
13757 4/17/2026 Intedata Systems, Inc. INVINTMN0000967 3/31/26 W/S Support
144.45
13758 4/17/2026 S. Shaun Johanson DDS INV4/13/26 Dental Paymnt - W10.1
708.00
13759 4/17/2026 Loomis Basin Equine Med.

Grp.

INV1588433 4/1/26 WWTP-goat
health
200.00
13760 4/17/2026 Mendes Supply Company INVM292061 3/13/26 Can liners 419.32 4/17/2026 Mendes Supply Company INVM292607 3/27/26 PW supps 143.11 13761 4/17/2026 Optimum INV3/31/26 Billing Period
3/1/26-3/31/26
558.22
13762 4/17/2026 Pape Machinery, Inc. INV4013467 3/25/26 Backhoe repair
253.07
13763 4/17/2026 SHN Consulting INV129297 3/31/26 Engineering svcs FY 2025-2026
2,877.50
13764 4/17/2026 US Bank Corp. Payment
Systems
INV3/23/26 Statement-Cal Card 2,907.32
13765 4/17/2026 Valley Pacific Petroleum INV26005955 4/3/26 Gas for mowers/weedeaters@yard
1,534.73
2060417... 4/17/2026 Cal PERS PERS Retirement Pmt 4/17/26 4,790.00 260417A01 4/17/2026 Glenn R. Bernald Employee: bernaldg; Pay Date:
4/17/2026
3,392.25
260417A02 4/17/2026 Skyler A. Coke Employee: cokes; Pay Date:
4/17/2026
1,285.59
260417A03 4/17/2026 Christopher B. Edgar Employee: edgarc; Pay Date:
4/17/2026
1,770.88
260417A04 4/17/2026 Samantha G. Green Employee: greens; Pay Date:
4/17/2026
1,446.82
260417A05 4/17/2026 Hazel E. Hale Employee: haleh; Pay Date:
4/17/2026

65.31 260417A06 4/17/2026 Austin R. Jones Employee: jonesa; Pay Date:
4/17/2026
1,904.88
260417A07 4/17/2026 Karie R. Kroeker Employee: kroekerk; Pay Date:
4/17/2026
1,959.32
260417A08 4/17/2026 Athina S. Lee Employee: leea; Pay Date:
4/17/2026
1,479.54
260417A09 4/17/2026 Suzette M. Leyba-Strong Employee: leyba-strongs; Pay Date: 4/17/2026
1,053.17
260417A10 4/17/2026 Jacob P. Meng Employee: mengj; Pay Date:
4/17/2026
1,975.24
260417A11 4/17/2026 Shaylee A. O'Neil Employee: oneils; Pay Date:
4/17/2026
184.64
260417A12 4/17/2026 Jennie M. Short Employee: shortj; Pay Date:
4/17/2026
3,235.74
260417A13 4/17/2026 Quinn Sousa Employee: sousaq; Pay Date:
4/17/2026
609.71
260417A14 4/17/2026 Emily P. Wood Employee: woode; Pay Date:
4/17/2026
1,596.12
260417E... 4/17/2026 U. S. Department of Treasury EFTPS Federal Tax Pmt 4/17/26 9,073.61 260417E... 4/17/2026 CA State Disbursement Unit Child Support PR deduction 4/17/26
104.30
260417EFT2 4/17/2026 Employment Development Dept. DE88 State Tax Pmt 4/17/26 1,900.07 13766 4/23/2026 Fire Risk Mgmt Services FRMS 2024 & 2025 Assessment Pmt #9
4,454.88
13767 4/23/2026 The Mill Yard Invoice #549652 3/24/26 66.09 13768 4/23/2026 Microbac Laboratories, Inc. 4/17/26 Statement 2,039.00 13769 4/23/2026 Daqota Systems, Inc. Invoice #4159 SCADA System 832.50 Date: 5/20/26 09:36:28 PM Page: 3
37 City of Blue Lake
Check/Voucher Register - Check Register
From 4/1/2026 Through 4/30/2026
Number
Check
Date
Check
Payee Description
Transaction
Check Amount
13770 4/23/2026 City of Blue Lake Water/Sewer payments 4/1/26 2,296.87 Report Total 224,656.53
Date: 5/20/26 09:36:28 PM Page: 4
38 City of Blue Lake
Staff Report
Agenda Item #: 7
Meeting Date: May 26, 2026
Prepared By: Michelle Nielsen, Planwest Partners, Inc.

Subject: 7th Cycle Housing Element Update Process Overview and Upcoming Community Engagement
Recommended That the City Council:

Action: 1. Receive and file the report.
____________________________________________________________________________________ BACKGROUND: In accordance with State Housing Element law and the City’s MOU with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), Blue Lake’s 7th Cycle Housing Element is being prepared. We have reviewed existing data and resources and regularly meet with City staff to identify data needs and provide progress updates. Public engagement is an important component of preparing the housing element, especially engagement of special populations. The purpose of this staff report is to provide an overview of upcoming community engagement opportunities. A summary of housing element topics and timeline are also included for reference.

DISCUSSION:
1) Description of the in-progress and upcoming public engagement opportunities:

In-Progress:
• A community survey (English and Spanish) is available for community members to take. It is available online, and paper copies are available at City Hall. The survey is scheduled to close in early June after the May 30 workshop (discussed below). We encourage the City Council and Blue Lake residents to use the QR code in Attachment A to take the survey, and to share it with friends and family. The survey can be accessed from the Blue Lake Housing Element Update website www.bluelakehousingelement.com. The website also includes resources, FAQs, and all housing element notices and documents will be posted when available.
• Planwest is conducting 1:1 interviews with community members who have diverse housing experiences. Local stakeholder are also being interviewed. 39 This page intentionally left blank
40 Upcoming:
• May 30, 2026, 10:30 to 12:30, at the Mad River Grange: There will be a community workshop. The workshop will be an in-person, drop-in format with four interactive “stations” that residents can rotate through to better understand the Housing Element and give feedback. We anticipate that fully participating in all three stations will take an attendee roughly 30 minutes. Light refreshments will be provided. A flyer announcing the workshop is published on the City’s website, under the Latest News & Announcements banner. The black-and-white flyer is Attachment B.
• July 25 or August 1, 10:30 to 12:30, at the Mad River Grange: There will be a community workshop–City Council study session.
• August 25, 2026, a public hearing on the Draft Housing Element will be held as part of the City Council’s regular meeting. The only recommendation will be for the City Council to allow for the Draft Housing Element to be filed with HCD consistent with the MOU and State law. Submitting it to HCD will begin their 90-day review period.

There will be additional opportunities for community members to provide input on the Housing Element Update as shown in Attachment C – Housing Element Update Timeline. 2) Overview of Housing Element Topics and Process: The major topics that a housing element must cover, are listed below, and have not changed significantly since the 6th Cycle. However, the depth of the required analysis within some existing topics has increased substantially. • Public participation: Demonstrate a diligent effort to achieve broad and inclusive participation and engagement of all economic segments of the community in the development of the Housing Element.
• Review and revise: A review of the previous housing element (i.e., the 6th Cycle). This analysis must evaluate the effectiveness of the previous housing element, the progress in implementing it, and the effectiveness of the programs in addressing the needs of special populations.
• Housing Needs Assessment: The housing element must adequately plan to meet the locality’s existing and projected housing needs, including the share of the regional housing needs allocation (RHNA). An analysis of housing needs for special populations is also required.
• Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH): All housing elements are now required to include an AFFH analysis. This analysis involves evaluating quantitative and qualitative fair housing data and information to facilitate the creation of fair, inclusive communities for all residents.
41 • Site inventory: An inventory of land suitable for residential development, including vacant sites and sites having the potential for redevelopment, and an analysis of the relationship of zoning and public facilities and services to these sites. • Constraints: Identify and analyze potential and actual governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, or development of housing for all income levels, including housing for people with disabilities. An analysis of potential and actual nongovernmental constraints is also included in this section. The analysis of constraints must evaluate their impact on housing supply and affordability. Finally, the analysis must also demonstrate local efforts to remove constraints that hinder a locality’s ability to meet its housing needs. • Goals, Policies, Quantified Objectives, and a Schedule of Actions/Programs: The Housing Element must identify specific programs that will allow it to make adequate provision for the housing needs of people at all income levels. Programs must include specific action steps the city will take to implement its policies and achieve its goals and objectives.

Attachment D generally illustrates the housing element update process.

FISCAL IMPACT: This is part of Planwest’s current scope of work.

ATTACHMENTS:

Attachment A – Online Community URL and QR code
Attachment B – May 30th Community Workshop
Attachment C – Housing Element Update Timeline
Attachment D – The housing element update process.

Review Information:

City Manager Review: ☒ Legal Review: ☐ Planner Review: ☐ Engineer: ☐

42 Attachment A – Online Community URL and QR code
43 Attachment B – May 30th Community Workshop
44 Attachment C
45 46

Agenda Item #: 8
Meeting Date: May 26, 2026
Prepared By: Jennie Short, City Manager
Subject: Update on Projects by Mike Foget, City Engineer Recommended
Action:

That the City Council:

1. Receive the report

BACKGROUND
Mike Foget, in his capacity as City Engineer, will present an update on city projects and field questions from Council.

Review Information:

City Manager Review: ☒ Legal Review: ☐ Planner Review: ☐ Engineer: ☐ Comments:

City of Blue Lake
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48 Agenda Item: – Second Reading of Ord No. 550 Page 1 of 1

Agenda Item #: 9
Meeting Date: May 26 2026
Prepared By: Samantha Green, City Clerk
Subject: Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 550 Amending Chapter 13.12 of the Blue Lake Municipal Code Relating to Cross-Connection Control Recommended
Action:

By Roll Cal Vote, that the City Council:

1. Conduct the second reading, waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 550, titled ‘An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Blue Lake Amending Chapter 13.12 of Title 13 of the Blue Lake Municipal Code Relating to Cross-Connection Control,’
BACKGROUND:

The first reading and introduction by title only was conducted at the April 28, 2026 Regular Council Meeting and passed unanimously. A summary of the proposed ordinance amendment was publicly posted, and a certified copy of the full text was available at City Hall five days prior to today’s council meeting pursuant to Government Code section 36933.

The proposed ordinance amendment is administrative in nature and does not change the regulatory requirements of the City’s Cross-Connection Control Program. It removes fixed fee amounts from the code and authorizes the City Council to establish and adjust fees by resolution. The amendment also updates Section 13.12.020 (Definitions) to include “User Supervisor” and “Cross-Connection Control Specialist,” and amends Section 13.12.050 to include authority of a City designated Cross-Connection Control Specialist.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None with this action. However, it is important to note that staff time may be required to monitor compliance and enforce the Ordinance over the long term.

ATTACHMENTS:
- Ordinance No. 550 An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Blue Lake Amending Chapter 13.12 of Title 13 of the Blue Lake Municipal Code Relating to Cross-Connection Control, with red line changes
Review Information:

City Manager Review: ☒ Legal Review: ☒ Planner Review: ☐ Engineer: ☐ Comments:

City of Blue Lake
Staff Report
49 ORDINANCE NO. 550

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BLUE LAKE AMENDING CHAPTER 13.12 OF TITLE 13 OF THE BLUE LAKE MUNICIPAL CODE

REGARDING CROSS-CONNECTION CONTROL
WHEREAS, the City of Blue Lake maintains a Cross-Connection Control Program to protect the public water system from contamination caused by backflow; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend Chapter 13.12 to add certain definitions, clarify administration of the Cross-Connection Control Program, and authorize program fees to be established by resolution rather than fixed in the Municipal Code; and WHEREAS, the City Council intends that, except as expressly shown in this ordinance and Exhibit A, the existing text of Chapter 13.12 remain unchanged.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BLUE LAKE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Amendment of Section 13.12.020 (Definitions). Section 13.12.020 of the Blue Lake Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in full as set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto. The entirety of the amended section is reproduced in Exhibit A, with additions shown by underline and deletions shown by strikeout; all text not so marked is existing text that remains unchanged.

SECTION 2. Amendment of Section 13.12.040(C)(3) (Testing by City). Subdivision (C)(3) of Section 13.12.040 of the Blue Lake Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in full as set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto. The entirety of the amended subdivision is reproduced in Exhibit A, with additions shown by underline and deletions shown by strikeout; all text not so marked is existing text that remains unchanged.

SECTION 3. Amendment of Section 13.12.050 (User Supervisor and CrossConnection Control Specialist). Section 13.12.050 of the Blue Lake Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in full as set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto. The entirety of the amended section is reproduced in Exhibit A, with additions shown by underline and deletions shown by strikeout; all text not so marked is existing text that remains unchanged.

SECTION 4. Amendment of Section 13.12.080(A) (Application Fee). Subdivision (A) of Section 13.12.080 of the Blue Lake Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in full as set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto. The entirety of the amended subdivision is reproduced in Exhibit A, with additions shown by underline and deletions shown by strikeout; all text not so marked is existing text that remains unchanged.

SECTION 5. Addition of Section 13.12.090 (Rates). Section 13.12.090 is hereby added to the Blue Lake Municipal Code to read as set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto.

SECTION 6. Codification. The City Clerk shall cause this ordinance to be codified in the Blue Lake Municipal Code. Section titles and numbering used in this ordinance are for convenience only and may be revised by the codifier so long as the substantive effect of the ordinance is preserved.

SECTION 7. CEQA. The City Council finds that adoption of this ordinance is not a project under Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines because it has no potential for resulting in 50 either a direct physical change in the environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. In the alternative, the ordinance is exempt under CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that adoption of this ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment.

SECTION 8. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this ordinance is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, that decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. The City Council declares that it would have adopted this ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more portions may be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 9. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its adoption.

INTRODUCED ON FIRST READING at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Blue Lake held on April 28, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
______________________________
John Sawatzky, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Samantha Green, City Clerk
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Blue Lake held on May 26, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
______________________________
John Sawatzky, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Samantha Green, City Clerk
51 EXHIBIT A
Chapter 13.12 - Cross-Connection Control
(All additions are shown by underline and all deletions are shown by strikeout. Text not so marked remains unchanged.)

13.12.020 Definitions.
"Air-gap separation" means a physical break between a supply pipe and a receiving vessel.

The air-gap shall be at least double the diameter of the supply pipe measured vertical above the top rim of the vessel, in no case less than one inch. "Approved backflow prevention assembly" means an assembly which has passed laboratory and field evaluation tests performed by a recognized testing organization which has demonstrated their competency to perform such tests to the California State Water Resources Control Board.
"Approved water supply" means any water supply whose potability is regulated by a State or local health agency.
"Auxiliary supply" means any water supply on or available to the premises other than approved water supply.
"AWWA standard" means an official standard developed and approved by the American Water Works Association (AWWA).
"Backflow" means a flow condition, caused by a differential in pressure, that causes the flow of water or other liquids, gases, mixtures or substances into the distributing pipes of a potable supply of water from any sources or sources other than an approved water supply source. Back siphonage is one cause of backflow. Back pressure is the other cause. "Contamination" means a degradation of the quality of the potable water by any foreign substance which creates a hazard to the public health, or which may impair the usefulness or quality of the water.
"Cross-connection" as used in this chapter means any unprotected actual or potential connection between a potable water system used to supply water for drinking purposes and any source or system containing unapproved water or a substance that is not or cannot be approved as safe, wholesome, and potable. Bypass arrangements, jumper connections, removable sections, swivel or changeover assemblies, or other assembly through which backflow could occur, shall be considered to be cross-connections. "Cross-Connection Control Specialist" means the individual designated by the City to administer and enforce the City's Cross-Connection Control Program and the provisions of this chapter.
52 "Double check valve assembly" means an assembly of two internally loaded, independent acting check valves, including resilient seated shut-off valves on each end of the assembly and test cocks for testing the water tightness of each check valve. "Health agency" means the California Department of Health Services, State Water Resources Control Board or the local health agency with respect to a small water system. "Local health agency" means the County or City health authority. "Person" means an individual, corporation, company, association, partnership, municipality, public utility, or other public body or institution.
"Premises" means any and all areas on a water user's property which are served or have the potential to be served by the public water system.
"Public water system" means a system for the provision of piped water to the public for human consumption that has five or more service connections or regularly serves an average of 25 individuals daily at least 60 days out of the year. "Reclaimed water" means a wastewater which, as a result of treatment, is suitable for uses other than potable use.
"Reduced pressure principle backflow prevention assembly" means an assembly incorporating two internally loaded, independently operating check valves and an automatically operating differential relief valve located between the two checks, including resilient seated shut-off valves on each end of the assembly, and equipped with necessary test cocks for testing the assembly.
"Service connection" refers to the point of connection of a user's piping to the water supplier's facilities.
"User Supervisor" means the person designated by a water user, when required by the City, who is responsible for monitoring cross-connection control practices on a premises and assisting in ensuring compliance with this chapter.
"Water supplier" means the person who owns or operates the approved water supply system. "Water user" means any person obtaining water from an approved water supply system.

13.12.040 Backflow Prevention Assemblies.

C. Backflow Prevention Assembly Testing and Maintenance.

3. Upon request the City will test a water user's backflow prevention assembly to fulfill the requirements of this chapter. The water user will be charged on the next regular water bill. 53 Minimum charge will be $100.00 per inspection.Inspection services shall be subject to fees established by resolution of the City Council.

13.12.050 User Supervisor and Cross-Connection Control Specialist.

At each premises where it is necessary, in the opinion of the City, a user supervisor shall be designated by and at the expense of the water user. This user supervisor shall be responsible for the monitoring of the backflow prevention assemblies and for avoidance of cross connections. In the event of contamination or pollution of the drinking water system due to a cross-connection on the premises, the City shall be promptly notified by the user supervisor so that appropriate measures may be taken to overcome the contamination. The water user shall inform the City of the user supervisor's identity on, as a minimum, an annual basis and whenever a change occurs.

A. Cross-Connection Control Specialist.

1. The City shall designate a Cross-Connection Control Specialist responsible for administering and enforcing the City's Cross-Connection Control Program and the provisions of this chapter.

B. Authority.

1. The Cross-Connection Control Specialist is authorized to conduct cross-connection hazard assessments, require installation and testing of backflow prevention assemblies, determine the appropriate level of backflow protection, and enforce compliance with this chapter in order to protect the public water system.

C. User Supervisor Requirement.

1. At each premises where it is necessary, in the opinion of the City, a User Supervisor shall be designated by and at the expense of the water user. The User Supervisor shall be responsible for the monitoring of the backflow prevention assemblies and for avoidance of cross-connections on the premises.

D. Responsibilities of the User Supervisor.

1. The User Supervisor shall assist in ensuring compliance with this chapter by monitoring backflow prevention assemblies, preventing cross-connections within the premises, and promptly notifying the City of any known or suspected contamination or backflow conditions. The water user shall inform the City of the User Supervisor's identity, at a minimum, annually and whenever a change occurs.

E. City Oversight.

1. Designation of a User Supervisor shall not replace or limit the authority of the City to administer and enforce the Cross-Connection Control Program under this chapter.

13.12.080 Requirements for Certification as a Backflow Prevention Device Tester and Application Fee.

A. Each applicant for certification as a tester of backflow prevention assemblies shall file an approved application with the City Clerk, together with a fee of $15.00 per application.the applicable fee established by resolution of the City Council.

13.12.090 Rates.

Rates and fees associated with the City's Cross-Connection Control Program shall be established and may be amended from time to time by resolution of the City Council whenever necessary.
54 Agenda Item: Second Reading of Ord No. 551 Page 1 of 1

Agenda Item #: 10
Meeting Date: May 26 2026
Prepared By: Samantha Green, City Clerk
Subject: Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 551 Amending Chapter 15.04 of the Blue Lake Municipal Code Relating to Building Permit and Inspection Fees Recommended
Action:

By Roll Call Vote, that the City Council:

1. Conduct the second reading, waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 551, entitled ‘An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Blue Lake Amending Chapter 15.04 of Title 15 of the Blue Lake Municipal Code Relating to Building Standards Fees,’ and set the ordinance for second reading and adoption at the next regular meeting.

BACKGROUND:

The first reading and introduction by title only was conducted at the April 28, 2026 Regular Council Meeting and passed unanimously. A summary of the proposed ordinance amendment was publicly posted, and a certified copy of the full text was available at City Hall five days prior to today’s council meeting Government Code section 36933.

The proposed ordinance is administrative in nature and seeks to amend Section 15.04.030 to clarify that building permit, inspection, and related fees shall be established by resolution of the City Council and may be amended from time to time as deemed necessary.

The amended ordinance also repeals Section 15.04.060, which was previously reserved for fees addressed within the building code. Following adoption of this ordnance, staff will return to the City Council with a proposed resolution establishing updated fees.

FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with adoption of this amended ordinance
ATTACHMENTS: Draft ordinance amending chapter 15.04 of the Blue Lake Municipal Code with red line changes
Review Information:

City Manager Review: ☒ Legal Review: ☒ Planner Review: ☐ Engineer: ☐ Comments:

City of Blue Lake
Staff Report
55 ORDINANCE NO. 551

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BLUE LAKE AMENDING CHAPTER 15.04 OF TITLE 15 OF THE BLUE LAKE MUNICIPAL CODE

REGARDING BUILDING STANDARDS FEES
WHEREAS, the City of Blue Lake has adopted the California Building Standards Code, Title 24, California Code of Regulations, by reference in Chapter 15.04 of the Blue Lake Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, Section 15.04.030 of the Blue Lake Municipal Code presently contains fee schedule language tied to former fee provisions; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend Chapter 15.04 so that fees for permits, inspections, plan review, and other services required under that chapter may be established by resolution of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the City Council intends that, except as expressly shown in this ordinance and Exhibit A, the existing text of Chapter 15.04 remain unchanged.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BLUE LAKE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Amendment of Section 15.04.030 (Fee Schedule). Section 15.04.030 of the Blue Lake Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in full as set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto. The entirety of the amended section is reproduced in Exhibit A, with additions shown by underline and deletions shown by strikeout; all text not so marked is existing text that remains unchanged.

SECTION 2. Codification. The City Clerk shall cause this ordinance to be codified in the Blue Lake Municipal Code. Section titles and numbering used in this ordinance are for convenience only and may be revised by the codifier so long as the substantive effect of the ordinance is preserved.

SECTION 3. CEQA. The City Council finds that adoption of this ordinance is not a project under Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines because it has no potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. In the alternative, the ordinance is exempt under CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that adoption of this ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment.

SECTION 4. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this ordinance is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, that decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. The City Council declares that it would have adopted this ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more portions may be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 5. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its adoption.
56 INTRODUCED ON FIRST READING at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Blue Lake held on April 28, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN: ______________________________
John Sawatzky, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Samantha Green, City Clerk
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Blue Lake held on May 26, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN: ______________________________
John Sawatzky, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Samantha Green, City Clerk
57 EXHIBIT A
Chapter 15.04 - California Building Standards
(All additions are shown by underline and all deletions are shown by strikeout. Text not so marked remains unchanged.)

15.04.030 Fee Schedule.

Fee schedules contained in Section 15.04.060, Fees, of this chapter are adopted as current and future fees revoking automatic increases, and any other resolution or parts of resolutions that are in conflict with this section or Section 15.04.060 of this chapter. Fees for permits, inspections, plan review, and other services required under this chapter shall be established by resolution of the City Council.
58 Agenda Item: 11

Agenda Item #: 11
Meeting Date: 5/26/26
Prepared By: Emily Wood, Director of Parks & Recreation Subject: Parks & Recreation Fee Schedule – Revision 3
Recommended
Action:

That the City Council:

1. Review and adopt the presented fee schedule for parks and recreation with an effective date of 7/1/26.

2. Direct staff to bring forward an amendment to Ordinance 525 for review and consideration at a future Council meeting.

BACKGROUND: The City’s recreation fee schedule was last updated in 2023. The first draft of the 2026 fee schedule was presented at the February 24th, 2026 Council meeting and March 4th, 2026 Parks & Recreation Commission meeting. The second draft of the fee schedule was presented at the March 24th, 2026 Council Meeting. Director Wood met with the Council’s ad hoc committee and City Manager Short to make further revisions and presented a third draft to Council on April 28 th, 2026. Council
requested at their April 28
th meeting that a Community Workshop be held on May 12th to refine the fee schedule further. Director Wood hosted this Community Workshop at Prasch Hall and gathered community feedback for each page of the fee schedule. Director Wood adjusted the proposal based on community feedback and reviewed these adjustments with the ad-hoc committee and City Manager prior to this Council meeting.

DISCUSSION: The attached final proposal of the Parks & Recreation fee schedule has been developed to incorporate updated fee adjustments based on community feedback; including the City’s approach cost recovery for special events and recreation programming and overall organization and clarity of the fee schedule. Input has been gathered over a series of months from a range of stakeholders, and their input has been incorporated in this proposal. This final proposal is intended to balance community impact with community input.

FISCAL IMPACT: Potential increase in revenue with revised fees and cost recovery measures.

ALTERNATIVES: N/A
ATTACHMENTS:.
11A. Parks & Recreation Fee Schedule Proposal – Revision 3 11B. Community Workshop Feedback from May 12th, 2026
Review Information:

City Manager Review: ☒ Legal Review: ☐ Planner Review: ☐ Engineer: ☐ Comments:

City of Blue Lake
Staff Report
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60 Current Fee Schedule last approved by City Council on 4/25/23 Draft Proposal for City Council’s Consideration – 5/26/26 City of Blue Lake – Parks & Recreation Fee Schedule Proposal Presented at the 5/26/26 City Council Meeting

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Table of Contents

• Taylor Way Rentals
• Horse Arena Rentals
• Court Rentals
• Other Rentals

• Program Fees
• Drop In Sports & Activities
• Sports Leagues & Team Sports

• Special Event Information – General
• Special Event Fees

• Skate Program – Admission
• Skate Program – Skate Parties

• Vendor/Concessionaire Fees
• Equipment Rental Fees

• Camps

• Other Fees, Discounts & Sponsorships

• Facility Rental & Fee Information – General
• Prasch Hall Rentals
Pages 11-21
• Example Quotes

• Perigot Park Rentals
Fee Schedule End Notes
1 Subject to approval from applicable entities (Pages 4,6,7,8) 2 2 hour minimum rental (Pages 5,6,7)
3 Shall damage occur to park facilities and/or grounds from/during event; tenant will be billed to address on file for additional fees from repair; including but not limited to staff, equipment replacement, and clean up fees. (Page 5,6,7,8)
4 Facility rental fees do not include any applicable event host, staffing, or equipment fees. Staffing fees are based on the fully burdened wage of assigned staff per the City’s Cost Recovery policy. (Page 5,6,7,8)
5 Perigot Park Rentals have access to a unisex, single-stall, ADA accessible public restroom located at the front of Perigot Park. Prasch Hall Restrooms are available for additional rental - See Prasch Hall Rentals on Page 5 for more information. (Page 5,6,7)
6 Overnight Rental Restrictions apply for all camping rentals taking place on City property. (Page 7) PREPARED BY:

Emily Wood, Director of Parks & Recreation
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PROGRAM FEES
Description Current Fee Suggested
Drop In – Sports
Drop In Sports – City Sponsored
Including but not limited to: Basketball/Pickleball/Volleyball (excludes skate program)
$5 Admission – Per Drop In
$3/Per Person without staff
$5/Per Person with staff
Drop In Punch Card – City Sponsored
Valid for City Sponsored Drop In Sports 10 Time
Pass
$30
10 Time Punch Card
$20 Residents ($2/pass)
$30 Non Residents ($3/pass)
Drop In Sports – Non-City Sponsored
• administered by third party/contractor
N/A Facility Deposit + 40% of total
admission fees collected.

Drop In – Other (Non-Sport)
Drop In Activities/Classes – City Sponsored*
• MF = Material Fee (if applicable)
(actual cost of supplies per person) N/A
Per Drop In/Class
$10 + Material Fee
Per Week (5 Days)
$45 + Material Fee
Drop In Activities/Classes (Non-City Sponsored)
• administered by third party/contractor
N/A Facility Deposit + 40% of total
admission fees collected.

Drop In – Horse Arena
Drop In – Day Use (Horse Arena) – Annual Pass*
• Annual Pass covers day use (non-residents only)
– Valid 365 days for 1 person
• Free day use for Blue Lake Residents & Blue
Lake Saddle Club members
$50/Annually – Non Residents
Sports Leagues & Team Sports – City Sponsored
Woodbat Slowpitch Softball League
• Fee per team/season
$750 $850
Woodbat Slowpitch Softball League
Game Interference Credit
N/A Credit = Total # of Games Impacted / Total
Games Per Season
(Credit to be applied to following season for
affected teams)
Bocce Ball Tournament - City Sponsored
• Fee per team
$20 $20
*Discounts available. See ‘Discounts’ on Page 10 for more information.

Fee Schedule End Notes
1 Subject to approval from applicable entities (Pages 4,6,7,8) 2 2 hour minimum rental (Pages 5,6,7)
3 Shall damage occur to park facilities and/or grounds from/during event; tenant will be billed to address on file for additional fees from repair; including but not limited to staff, equipment replacement, and clean up fees. (Page 5,6,7,8)
4 Facility rental fees do not include any applicable event host, staffing, or equipment fees. Staffing fees are based on the fully burdened wage of assigned staff per the City’s Cost Recovery policy. (Page 5,6,7,8)
5 Perigot Park Rentals have access to a unisex, single-stall, ADA accessible public restroom located at the front of Perigot Park. Prasch Hall Restrooms are available for additional rental - See Prasch Hall Rentals on Page 5 for more information. (Page 5,6,7)
6 Overnight Rental Restrictions apply for all camping rentals taking place on City property. (Page 7) 2 62
Current Fee Schedule last approved by City Council on 4/25/23 Draft Proposal for City Council’s Consideration – 5/26/26

SKATE PROGRAM
Description Current Fee Suggested
Admission
Regular Admission – (Non-Theme Nights)
• Valid during public skate sessions
• Excludes DJ nights (Amateur/Open Mic DJ Nights OK)
$5
Entry
$2 Rental
$7 Admission +
$3 Skate Rental
Family Rate
• Includes admission for 5 with skate rental
• Valid during public skate sessions
• Excludes DJ nights (Amateur/Open Mic DJ Nights OK)
N/A
$45
Includes Skate Rental/Admission for 5
Discounted Admission – (Theme Nights) $5 (Includes
Rental) $5 Admission
Includes Skate Rental
DJ Night Admission – City Sponsored
• Excludes Amateur/Open Mic DJ nights
All Age $10
Adult – $15 $15 Admission
Includes Skate Rental
DJ Night Admission – Non-City Sponsored N/A $10 Admission Includes Skate Rental
Skate Punch Card
• Includes Skate Rental - Not valid during DJ Nights (Amateur/Open Mic DJ Nights OK) 12 Person – All Ages $55 $60 ($5/pass)
24 Person – All Ages $100 $100 ($4.17/pass)

SKATE PARTIES
Public Skate Parties
• Available Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays from 6pm-9pm (availability subject to change) • Admission paid separately
• No alcohol permitted
• Nonprofits/Schools – $25 discount/party
• Deposit – $50 or I.D. hold (public skate parties only) – Cancellation Fees Apply • Party Clean Up Fee ($100) – For any parties that require extra staff clean up Public Skate Party – Standard
• 2 tables – Located in Party Room
2 Tables $50
$50 + Deposit/ID Hold
Public Skate Party – VIP
• 2 tables – Located in “Mini Rink”
2 Tables –
$50 $80 + Deposit/ID Hold
Private Skate Parties
• Weekday Parties: Available Monday – Friday from 10am-12pm, 1pm-3pm & 3pm-5pm (times subject to change) • Weekend Parties: Available Saturdays & Sundays from 12-2pm & 3pm-5pm (times subject to change) • No alcohol permitted
• Nonprofits/Schools – $25 discount/party
• Deposit – $300 – Cancellation Fees Apply
• Party Clean Up Fee ($100) – For any parties that require extra staff clean up WEEKDAY RATE (Monday – Friday)
0-30 People (1 Staff) $200 $150 + Facility Deposit
30-75 People (2 staff) $250 $250 + Facility Deposit
75+ People (2-3 Staff) $350 $350 + Facility Deposit
WEEKEND RATE (Saturday/Sunday)
0-30 People (1 Staff) $200 $200 + Facility Deposit
30-75 People (2 staff) $250 $350 + Facility Deposit
75+ People (2-3 Staff) $350 $450 + Facility Deposit
FULL DAY WEEKEND RATE (Both Time Slots)
0-30 People (1 Staff) N/A $400 + Facility Deposit
30-75 People (2 staff) N/A $675 + Facility Deposit
75+ People (2-3 Staff) N/A $875 + Facility Deposit
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Description Current Fee Suggested
Camp Perigot – Summer Camp*
• Does not include meals for campers
Rates for: Resident Non Resident
Full Day – Weekly $175 $200 $225
Full Day – Daily $40 $50 $60
Half Day – Weekly $125 $150 $175
Half Day – Daily $25 $30 $40
Special Camps – School Break Camps*
• Includes all camps with exception of Camp Perigot (Presidents Week, Spring Break, Winter Break, etc.) • Does not include meals for campers.
• Material Fee – cost of materials per person
Full Day – Weekly N/A $150 + Material
Fee
$175 + Material
Fee
Full Day – Daily N/A $40 + Material Fee $50 + Material Fee Half Day – Weekly N/A N/A
Half Day – Daily N/A N/A
Non-City Sponsored Camps1
• Camps administered by third party/contractor – City provides facility/space.

Rental Rate
• Rate paid by third party/contractor
N/A Facility Deposit + 40% of total
admission fees collected
Rental Rate – Day Rate
• Rate paid by third party/contractor
• Hours – 8am-5pm
N/A Facility Deposit + $300/day
*Discounts available. See ‘Discounts’ on Page 10 for more information.

Fee Schedule End Notes
1 Subject to approval from applicable entities (Pages 4,6,7,8) 2 2 hour minimum rental (Pages 5,6,7)
3 Shall damage occur to park facilities and/or grounds from/during event; tenant will be billed to address on file for additional fees from repair; including but not limited to staff, equipment replacement, and clean up fees. (Page 5,6,7,8)
4 Facility rental fees do not include any applicable event host, staffing, or equipment fees. Staffing fees are based on the fully burdened wage of assigned staff per the City’s Cost Recovery policy. (Page 5,6,7,8)
5 Perigot Park Rentals have access to a unisex, single-stall, ADA accessible public restroom located at the front of Perigot Park. Prasch Hall Restrooms are available for additional rental - See Prasch Hall Rentals on Page 5 for more information. (Page 5,6,7)
6 Overnight Rental Restrictions apply for all camping rentals taking place on City property. (Page 7) 4 64
Current Fee Schedule last approved by City Council on 4/25/23 Draft Proposal for City Council’s Consideration – 5/26/26 FACILITY RENTALS AND FEES 3, 4, 5
For all Rentals and Special Events hosted on City property:
• Small Events (Under 150 People/day) – No special conditions. • Medium Events (151-299 People/day) – No special conditions • Large Events (300+ people/day) – Requires Special Event Permit, Traffic Control Plan, rental of Taylor Way Parking (or alternative parking arrangements) & portable toilet rental (regardless of rental location) • Facility Deposits3
– See End Note 3 for terms. End Notes are on last page of fee schedule. • Clean Up Fee ($100) – For any events that require extra staff clean up – Taken from Deposit. • Rates for events with no amplified music are listed below. Events w/ amplified music – See Special Events • Rates are per hour, per half day (4 hours or less) or Full Day (over 4 hours). • Discounts available – See Discounts on Page 10
PRASCH HALL RENTALS 2
• Prasch Hall rentals include restroom access.
• Deposit – $3003
Description Current Fee Suggested
Party Room Only Private - $50/hr
Non Profit - $40/hr
$50/hour + Facility Deposit
Mini Rink Only N/A $30/hour + Facility Deposit
Gym Only $75/hour $75/hour + Facility Deposit
Stage Only N/A $15/hour + Facility Deposit
Kitchen Only N/A $30/hour + Facility Deposit
Prasch Hall Restrooms Only
Under 150 people N/A $25/hour + Facility Deposit
151-299 people N/A $30/hour + Facility Deposit
300+ people
• Portable toilet rental is also required.

N/A $40/hour + Facility Deposit
Full Facility Rental
• All options – Prasch Hall
• Excludes Friday/Saturday evenings from
5pm-10pm
N/A
$110/hour + Facility Deposit
Full Facility Rental - Friday/Saturday Night
• All options – Prasch Hall – 5 hours
• Rate for Events taking place on
Friday/Saturday evenings from 5pm10pm; replacing regular scheduled programming
N/A
Summer Rate
(May 1st –
September 30th)
$750
Winter Rate
(October 1st –
April 30th)
$900
Fee Schedule End Notes
1 Subject to approval from applicable entities (Pages 4,6,7,8) 2 2 hour minimum rental (Pages 5,6,7)
3 Shall damage occur to park facilities and/or grounds from/during event; tenant will be billed to address on file for additional fees from repair; including but not limited to staff, equipment replacement, and clean up fees. (Page 5,6,7,8)
4 Facility rental fees do not include any applicable event host, staffing, or equipment fees. Staffing fees are based on the fully burdened wage of assigned staff per the City’s Cost Recovery policy. (Page 5,6,7,8)
5 Perigot Park Rentals have access to a unisex, single-stall, ADA accessible public restroom located at the front of Perigot Park. Prasch Hall Restrooms are available for additional rental - See Prasch Hall Rentals on Page 5 for more information. (Page 5,6,7)
6 Overnight Rental Restrictions apply for all camping rentals taking place on City property. (Page 7) 5 65
Current Fee Schedule last approved by City Council on 4/25/23 Draft Proposal for City Council’s Consideration – 5/26/26 FACILITY RENTALS AND FEES 3, 4, 5
PERIGOT PARK RENTALS 3, 4, 5
• Perigot Park Rentals have access to a unisex, single-stall, ADA accessible public restroom located at the front of Perigot Park at no additional charge.
• For events over 300 people – portable restroom rental is required. • Rates are per hour, per half day (4 hours or less) or Full Day (over 4 hours) • Deposit varies depending on rental.

Half/Full Day
Description Current Fee Suggested
Picnic Table/Stage Only
• Serving Booth not included.

Deposit – N/A Deposit – $1003
Under 150 people N/A $80/$150
150-299 people N/A $130/$250
300+ people (Portable restroom rental required) N/A $160/$350 Serving Booth Only2 Deposit – $100 Deposit – $1003
Regular Rental $200 / $395 $80/$150
Concession Stand – Clemence Field1 Deposit – $100 Deposit – $1003 Regular Rental $20/hour $80/$150
Concession Stand – Iorg Field1 Deposit – $100 Deposit – $1003 Regular Rental $20/hour $80/$150
Clemence Field2 Deposit – $100 Deposit – $1003
Regular Rental $25/hour $80/$150
Tournament Rental $20/hour $100/$175
Iorg Field2 Deposit – $100 Deposit – $1003
Regular Rental $20/hour $80/$150
Tournament Rental N/A $100/$175
Iorg Field Restrooms** **Does not include maintenance or restocking of paper products.Deposit – N/A Deposit – $1003 Under 150 people N/A $40/$75
151-299 people N/A $50/$85
300+ people (Portable restroom rental required) N/A $60/$100 Dog Park Deposit – N/A Deposit – $1003
Regular Rental N/A $80/$150
Bocce Courts2 Deposit – N/A Deposit – $503
Regular Rental N/A $25/2 hours
Full Park Rental – Full Day Only
(Up to 8 Hours) Includes: Clemence Field, Stage,
Serving Booth, Picnic Tables, Bocce Courts
& Iorg Field Restrooms
Deposit – $100 Deposit – $3003
Under 150 people N/A $500
151-299 people N/A $600
300+ people (Portable restroom rental required) N/A $700 6 66
Current Fee Schedule last approved by City Council on 4/25/23 Draft Proposal for City Council’s Consideration – 5/26/26 FACILITY RENTALS AND FEES 3, 4, 5
TAYLOR WAY RENTALS 3, 4, 5
• Rentals include entire grass parcel – Empty Field East of Bike Park • Rates are per hour, per half day (4 hours) or Full Day (8 hours) For Taylor Way Event & Camping rentals 150 people or more:
• Special Event Permit required
• Portable restroom rental required Half/Full Day
Description Current Fee Suggested
Taylor Way – Grass Area – Parking Deposit – N/A Deposit – $2003 Regular Rate – Parking*** ***City reserves the option to operate paid parking program in lieu of fee.N/A $80/$1501 Taylor Way – Grass Area - Events Deposit – N/A Deposit – $2003 Regular Rate – Events N/A $100/$175
Taylor Way – Grass Area - Camping6 Deposit – N/A Deposit – $2003 Overnight Rate – Camping
• (2pm Check In-12pm Next Day)
N/A $300
HORSE ARENA RENTALS 3, 4, 5
• Arena rental for Horse Events includes grass parking for autos & trailers only at no additional cost.

Horse Arena – Arena Only
• Events
Deposit – $100 Deposit – $1003
Regular Rate $50/$100 $100/$1751
Horse Arena – Arena & Grass
• Events
Deposit – $100 Deposit – $2003
Regular Rate N/A $125/$2001
COURT RENTALS 3, 4, 5
Tennis Court Rental2 (outdoors) Deposit – $100 Deposit – $1003 Regular Rate $10/hour/court $20/hour
Basketball Court Rental2 (outdoors) Deposit – $100 Deposit – $1003 Regular Rate $10/hour/court $15/hour
Full Court Rental2 (outdoors) Deposit – $100 Deposit – $1003 Regular Rate $10/hour/court $25/hour
OTHER RENTALS 3, 4, 5
Skinner Store Rentals1
• Limited to meeting room & restroom
• No cost access for publicly noticed
meetings held by Blue Lake based
non-profits/organizations open to the
public. Deposit held at City Hall for
qualifying groups with ongoing meetings.

Deposit – N/A Deposit – $2003
Regular Rate N/A $100/$175
Town Square Rentals1 Deposit – N/A Deposit – $2003
Regular Rate N/A $100/$175
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For Rentals and Special Events hosted on City property:
• Small Events (Under 150 People/day) – No special conditions. • Medium Events (151-299 People/day) – No special conditions. (Exception: Taylor Way Rentals – Page 7) • Large Events (300+ people/day) – Requires Special Event Permit, Traffic Control Plan, rental of Taylor Way parking (or written alternative parking arrangements) & portable toilet rental (regardless of rental location) Staffing Fees for Special Events will be charged based upon the City’s Cost Recovery Policy • Rates are based upon staff’s fully burdened rates.
• A cost recovery estimate will be provided by City staff for medium & large events. • A cost recovery deposit is required to finalize reservations for medium and large events.

Special Event Permit
Description Current Fee Suggested
Application Fee
• All events requiring a Special Event Permit $80 $80
Administrative Processing Fees
• All events requiring a Special Event Permit
N/A Regular
Processing
Expedited Processing
(Submitted less than 14/30/90 days
from event)
Regular Processing – Applications (Small)
• Submitted 14+ Days from Event N/A $25 $50
Regular Processing – Applications (Medium)
• Submitted 30+ Days from Event $80 $50 $1001
Regular Processing – Applications (Large)
• Submitted 90+ Days from Event $80 $75 $1501
Amplified Music/Sound Fees
Amplified Sound – Greater than 4 hours/day
• Flat fee per day
N/A $50
Amplified Sound – Penalty Charge
• 2 verbal warnings given before penalty fee
• Fee per staff response after warnings
• Paid from Deposit
$100
Traffic Control Fees
Barricade Fee
• Per road closure/per day (Set up + Pick up) $10/Dozen $50 Cone Fee
• Per Occurrence (Set up + Pick up/1 Location)
• Applicable for events using City Staff to set
up/pick up traffic cones (optional add-on)
• Rental of Cones – See ‘Equipment Rentals’
on Page 10
N/A $50
Miscellaneous Event Fees
Alcoholic Beverage Charge (Per Day – Served) $15 $25
Alcoholic Beverage Charge (Per Day – Sold) $15 $50
Overnight Setup/Storage Fee (Per Occurrence) N/A $75
Clean Up Fee – Events requiring extra clean up Deposit Used $100 Key Deposit N/A $10
Late Payment Fee – Payment <7 days from event $50
Lost Key Fee N/A $50
Online Transaction Fee
• Invoices paid online/credit card
N/A Actual online processing cost added to
invoice as line item
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Current Fee Schedule last approved by City Council on 4/25/23 Draft Proposal for City Council’s Consideration – 5/26/26 VENDOR/CONCESSIONAIRE FEES • All Vendors must have a valid business license and all applicable local permits.

Description Current Fee Suggested
Food Truck Vendor Fees – Non Event
Applicable while vending on City property (including streets) when no other scheduled events are taking place. • Paid by Vendor to City
Food Truck Vendor Fee N/A Daily - $20 Per Month - $100
Up to 10 Days
Special Events – City Hosted Events
• Paid by Vendor to City
Food Truck Vendor Fee – Per Day N/A $75
Concession/Food Vendor Fee (Non-Food Truck)
– Per Day
N/A $50
Craft Vendor Fee – Per Day N/A $25
Table Vendor Fee – Per Day N/A $10
Special Events – (Not Hosted by City)
• Paid by Event Host to City
• Event Hosts are required to provide copies of business licenses/applicable permits for all vendors at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Food Truck Vendor Fee – Per Truck – Per Event N/A $20
Concession/Food Vendor Fee – Non Food Truck
Per Vendor – Per Event
N/A $15
Craft Vendor Fee – Per Event N/A $20
Table Vendor Fee – Per Event N/A $10
Business License/Permit Late Fee – Per Event
• Applicable if vendor documentation is
submitted less than 10 days from event.
• Paid from Deposit
$100

EQUIPMENT RENTAL FEES
Deposit – $50 (Valid for all equipment rentals over $50) Projector (84” Screen) – Per Day N/A $75
Projector (150” Screen) – Per Day N/A $125
Projector (300” Screen) – Per Day N/A $175
Speaker Add-On (for Projector Rentals) – Per Day N/A $50 Full Sound System Rental (w/ Mains) – Per Day N/A $250
Full Sound System Rental (w/o Mains) – Per Day N/A $150 Plastic Folding Table Fee (per table) N/A $10
Blackstone Grill Rental N/A $75
Traffic Cones (Per 10 Cones) – Per Day N/A $30
Ice Chest/Cooler Rental (per unit) N/A $10
Ice Machine Usage (375lb capacity/day) N/A $100/day
Projector (84” Screen) – Per Day N/A $75
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OTHER FEES, DISCOUNTS & SPONSORSHIPS
Description Current Fee Suggested
Cancellation Fees
Applicable to rentals & special events.

Skate/Birthday Parties – 14 days+ from event 50% >2 weeks 50% refund if greater than 2 weeks Small Events – 7 days or less from event N/A $25 fee
Medium Events – 14 days or less days from event N/A $50 fee Large Events – 14 Days or less from event N/A $75 fee
Discounts
• Discounts not applicable on Special Event Fees.
• Discounts may be stacked as applicable.

Nonprofit/School Discount -$25 -$5/hr (hourly rentals)
-$25 (half/full day/skate rentals)
Repeat Customer/Senior Discount – Rentals N/A 10% off total Pre-Registration Discount
• Discount applicable for event, class, and camp
registration
• Applies to event registration cost if guest
registers/pays prior to day of event/program
N/A 10% off total
Low Income Discount (Campership Program)
• Applies to all City Sponsored Camps, Classes
& Drop In Activities (Non Sport)
• Discount for ages 17 years & under
• # of Camperships available = 20% of total
enrollment per program (applicable to camps
& classes). First come-first serve availability
for camp & class enrollment.
• Documentation of qualifying program(s) required
Campership
Program
25% off total
Resident (Blue Lake) Discount N/A Discount Varies
Community/Event Partner Discount N/A • City Manager Approval up to $250 • Council Approval if greater than $250
• Agreement/MOU Required
Sponsorship Levels – City Events
Bronze Level N/A $100 or Prize Donation
Silver Level N/A $250
Gold Level N/A $500
Platinum Level N/A $1000
Fee Schedule End Notes
1 Subject to approval from applicable entities (Pages 4,6,7,8) 2 2 hour minimum rental (Pages 5,6,7)
3 Shall damage occur to park facilities and/or grounds from/during event; tenant will be billed to address on file for additional fees from repair; including but not limited to staff, equipment replacement, and clean up fees. (Page 5,6,7,8)
4 Facility rental fees do not include any applicable event host, staffing, or equipment fees. Staffing fees are based on the fully burdened wage of assigned staff per the City’s Cost Recovery policy. (Page 5,6,7,8)
5 Perigot Park Rentals have access to a unisex, single-stall, ADA accessible public restroom located at the front of Perigot Park. Prasch Hall Restrooms are available for additional rental - See Prasch Hall Rentals on Page 5 for more information. (Page 5,6,7)
6 Overnight Rental Restrictions apply for all camping rentals taking place on City property. (Page 7) 10 70
Event Cost Comparison
Parks & Recreation Fee Schedule Development 2026
QUOTES BASED ON PROPOSED DRAFT FEE SCHEDULE (5/26/26)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
PG. 1 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
PG. 2 - MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL - EVENT OVERVIEW
PG. 3 - MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL - DRAFT QUOTE
PG. 4 - LARGE COMPANY PICNIC - EVENT OVERVIEW
PG. 5 - LARGE COMPANY PICNIC - DRAFT QUOTE
PG. 6 - MEDIUM MUSIC FESTIVAL - EVENT OVERVIEW
PG. 7 - MEDIUM MUSIC FESTIVAL - DRAFT QUOTE
PG. 8 - SMALL PICNIC TABLE RENTAL - EVENT OVERVIEW
PG. 9 - SMALL PICNIC TABLE RENTAL - DRAFT QUOTE
PG. 10 - BLOCK PARTY EVENT - EVENT OVERVIEW
PG. 11 - BLOCK PARTY EVENT - DRAFT QUOTE
SUPPLEMENTAL INFO - 5/26/26 COUNCIL MEETING

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Event #1 - MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL - DRAFT EVENT OVERVIEW
2025 - $1,220.00 PRIOR DRAFT- $3,900.00 PROPOSED NOW - $3,400.00 EVENT TYPE: Festival
LOCATION: Perigot Park, Horse Arena, Courts
EVENT ATTENDANCE (max expected per day): 5,000
NON-PROFIT RATE: Yes
LENGTH OF RENTAL: 3 Days (see below)
● Friday (Setup/Overnight storage)
● Full Day - Saturday (Event 10am-5pm)
● Full Day - Sunday (Event 10am-5pm/Teardown 5pm-10pm)
FACILITIES RENTED:
● Perigot Park - Full Park Rental
● Prasch Hall - Kitchen
● Basketball/Tennis Courts
● Horse Arena - Grass & Arena (Events)
● Taylor Way Parking

SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT REQUIRED: Yes (Large Event)
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING - REGULAR: Yes (Large Event)
AMPLIFIED MUSIC: Yes (>4 hours)
OUTSIDE PARKING REQUIRED: Yes (>300 people)
PARKING PLAN REQUIRED: Yes (>300 people)
ALCOHOL: Yes (Sold) - 2 days
PORTABLE TOILETS REQUIRED: Yes (>300 people)
OVERNIGHT SETUP/STORAGE: Yes

FOOD TRUCK - No
CONCESSION SALES (NON FOOD TRUCK) - Yes (2 days)
CRAFT/OTHER VENDOR - Yes (2 days)
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Event #1 - MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL - DRAFT QUOTE OVERVIEW
● Non Profit Discount Applied ($5/hr for hourly rates and $25/full day rates) Facility Rental Fees: $2,530.00
● PG. 5 - Prasch Hall Kitchen - ($25/hr x 7hrs) = $175/day x 2 days = $350 ● PG. 6 - Perigot Park - Full Rental - $675/day (>300 people) x 2 days = $1350 ● PG. 7 - Parking - Taylor Way - ($125/day x 2 days) = $250 ● PG. 7 - Horse Arena/Grass Rental (Horse Events) - $150/day x 2 days = $300 ● PG. 7 - Basketball/Tennis Courts - Full Court Rental - ($20/hr x 7hrs) = $140/day x 2 days = $280
Special Event Fees: $580.00 (Discounts not applicable)
● PG. 8 - Special Event Application - $80
● PG. 8 - Administrative Processing Fee (Regular - Large Event) - $75 ● PG. 8 - Amplified Music Fee - $50 x 2 days = $100
● PG. 8 - Barricade Closure Fee - $50 (1 Full Road Closure/day) x 2 days = $100 ● PG. 8 - Cone Fee - $50 (1 occurrence) - $50
● PG. 8 - Alcohol Sold - ($50/day x 2 days) = $100
● PG. 8 - Overnight Storage Fee - $75 (1 Occurrence - Friday) Vendor/Concessionaire Fees: $90.00 (Discounts not applicable) ● PG. 9 - Concessionaire Vendors (Non Food Truck) Fee - $15/vendor x 4 = $60 ● PG. 9 - Craft Vendor Fee - $20 (Per Event)
● PG. 9 - Table Vendor Fee - $10 (Per Event)
Equipment Rental Fees: $200.00
● PG 9 - Ice Machine Usage - $100 x 2 days = $200
*** Quote does not include staff time for event preparation, staffing, or tear down (if applicable)
= $3,400.00 DRAFT QUOTE
(prior draft was $3,900)
SUPPLEMENTAL INFO - 5/26/26 COUNCIL MEETING

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Event #2 - LARGE COMPANY PICNIC - DRAFT EVENT OVERVIEW
2025 - $1,795.00 PRIOR DRAFT - $2,425.00 PROPOSED - $2,005.00 EVENT TYPE: Company Picnic
LOCATION: Perigot Park
EVENT ATTENDANCE (max expected per day): 750
NON-PROFIT RATE: Yes
LENGTH OF RENTAL: 1 Full Day
● Saturday (Setup 9am-11am, Event 11am-5pm, Teardown 5pm-7pm) FACILITIES RENTED:
● Prasch Hall (Skate Parties)
● Perigot Park - Full Park Rental
● Taylor Way - Parking

SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT REQUIRED: Yes (Large Event)
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING - REGULAR: Yes (Large Event)
AMPLIFIED MUSIC: Yes (>4 hours)
OUTSIDE PARKING REQUIRED: Yes (>300 people)
PARKING PLAN REQUIRED: Yes (>300 people)
ALCOHOL: No
PORTABLE TOILETS REQUIRED: Yes (>300 people)
OVERNIGHT SETUP/STORAGE: No

FOOD TRUCK - No
CONCESSION SALES (NON FOOD TRUCK) - No
CRAFT/OTHER VENDOR - No
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Event #2 - LARGE NONPROFIT COMPANY PICNIC - DRAFT QUOTE OVERVIEW ● Non Profit Discount Applied ($5/hr for hourly rates and $25/full day rates) Facility Rental Fees: $1,650.00
● PG. 3 - Private Skate Parties - Full Day Weekend Rate (75+ People) = $850 ● PG. 6 - Perigot Park - Full Park Rental - $675/day x 1 day = $675 ● PG. 7 - Taylor Way - Parking - ($125/day x 1 day) = $125 Special Event Fees: $255.00 (Discounts not applicable)
● PG. 8 - Special Event Application - $80
● PG. 8 - Administrative Processing Fee (Regular - Large Event) - $75 ● PG. 8 - Amplified Music Fee - $50 x 1 day = $50
● PG. 8 - Cone Fee - $50 (1 occurence) - $50
Equipment Rental Fees: $100
● PG. 9 - Ice Machine Usage - $100 x 1 day = $100
*** Quote does not include staff time for event preparation, staffing, or tear down (if applicable)
= $2,005.00 DRAFT QUOTE
(prior draft was $2,425)
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Event #3 - MEDIUM MUSIC FESTIVAL - DRAFT EVENT OVERVIEW 2025 - $550.00 PRIOR DRAFT - $1,225.00 PROPOSED - $805.00 EVENT TYPE: Music Festival
LOCATION: Perigot Park
EVENT ATTENDANCE (max expected per day): 250
NON-PROFIT RATE: Yes
LENGTH OF RENTAL: 1 Full Day
● Saturday (Setup 9am-11am, Event 11am-6pm, Teardown 6pm-7pm) FACILITIES RENTED:
● Prasch Hall - Restrooms
● Perigot Park - Serving Booth & Picnic Area

SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT REQUIRED: Yes (Medium Event)
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING - REGULAR: Yes (Medium Event) AMPLIFIED MUSIC: Yes (>4 hours)
OUTSIDE PARKING REQUIRED: No
PARKING PLAN REQUIRED: No
ALCOHOL: Yes - Sold
PORTABLE TOILETS REQUIRED: No (Under 300 people)
OVERNIGHT SETUP/STORAGE: No

FOOD TRUCK - No
CONCESSION SALES (NON FOOD TRUCK) - No
CRAFT/OTHER VENDOR - No
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Event #3 - MEDIUM MUSIC FESTIVAL - DRAFT QUOTE
● Non Profit Discount Applied ($5/hr for hourly rates and $25/full day rates) Facility Rental Fees: $525.00
● PG. 5 - Prasch Hall - Restrooms Only (150-299 People) - $25/hr x 7 hrs = $175 ● PG. 6 - Perigot Park - Stage & Picnic Table (150-299 People) - $225/day x 1 day = $225
● PG. 6 - Perigot Park - Serving Booth - Full Day - $125 Special Event Fees: $280
● PG. 8 - Special Event Application - $80
● PG. 8 - Administrative Processing Fee (Regular - Medium Event) - $50 ● PG. 8 - Amplified Music Fee (>4 hours) - $50 x 1 day = $50 ● PG. 8 - Cone Fee - $50 (1 Occurrence) - $50
● PG. 8 - Alcoholic Beverage Charge (Sold) Fee - $50
*** Quote does not include staff time for event preparation, staffing, or tear down (if applicable)
= $805.00 DRAFT QUOTE
(prior draft was $1,225)
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Event #4 - SMALL PICNIC TABLE RENTAL - DRAFT EVENT OVERVIEW 2025 - $75.00 PRIOR - $175.00 PROPOSED - $140.00
EVENT TYPE: Company Picnic
LOCATION: Perigot Park
EVENT ATTENDANCE (max expected per day): 50
NON-PROFIT RATE: Yes
LENGTH OF RENTAL: 1 Day - (3 hours)
● Saturday (Event 1pm-4pm)
FACILITIES RENTED:
● Perigot Park Picnic Tables & Stage
● Prasch Hall - Restrooms

SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT REQUIRED: No (Small Event)
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING - REGULAR: No (Non special event) AMPLIFIED MUSIC: No
OUTSIDE PARKING REQUIRED: No
PARKING PLAN REQUIRED: No
ALCOHOL: No
PORTABLE TOILETS REQUIRED: No (Under 300 People)
OVERNIGHT SETUP/STORAGE: No

FOOD TRUCK - No
CONCESSION SALES (NON FOOD TRUCK) - No
CRAFT/OTHER VENDOR - No
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Event #4 - SMALL PICNIC TABLE RENTAL - DRAFT QUOTE OVERVIEW ● Non Profit Discount Applied ($5/hr for hourly rates and $25/full day rates) Facility Rental Fees: $140
● PG. 5 - Prasch Hall - Restrooms (<150 people) - $20/hr x 3 hrs = $60 ● PG. 6 - Perigot Park - Stage & Picnic Table (<150 people) - $80/half day = $80 Special Event Fees: (Discounts not applicable)
● None (Non Special Event)
*** Quote does not include staff time for event preparation, staffing, or tear down (if applicable) = $140.00 DRAFT QUOTE
(prior draft was $175)
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Event #5 - BLOCK PARTY EVENT - DRAFT EVENT OVERVIEW
2025 - $80.00 PRIOR - $860.00 PROPOSED - $640.00
EVENT TYPE: Block Party
LOCATION: H Street/Railroad Avenue
EVENT ATTENDANCE (max expected per day): 800
NON-PROFIT RATE: Yes
LENGTH OF RENTAL: 1 Day
● Saturday (Event 2-8pm; Music 4-8pm)
FACILITIES RENTED:
● Taylor Way - Parking

SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT REQUIRED: Yes (Large Event)
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING - REGULAR: Yes (Large Event)
AMPLIFIED MUSIC: Yes (>4 hours)
OUTSIDE PARKING REQUIRED: Yes
PARKING PLAN REQUIRED: Yes
ALCOHOL: Yes - Sold
PORTABLE TOILETS REQUIRED: Yes
OVERNIGHT SETUP/STORAGE: No

FOOD TRUCK - Yes
CONCESSION SALES (NON FOOD TRUCK) - No
CRAFT/OTHER VENDOR - Yes
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Event #5 - BLOCK PARTY EVENT - DRAFT QUOTE OVERVIEW
● Non Profit Discount Applied ($25/full day rates) - Local nonprofit assists with organizing this event
Facility Rental Fees: $125
● PG. 7 - Taylor Way Parking - Full Day - $125
Special Event Fees: (Discounts not applicable) $455
● PG. 8 - Special Event Application - $80
● PG. 8 - Administrative Processing Fee (Regular - Large Event) - $75 ● PG. 8 - Amplified Music Fee - $50
● PG. 8 - Barricade Fee (3 closures @ $50/closure) - $150 ● PG. 8 - Cone Fee - $50
● PG. 8 - Alcoholic Beverage Charge - Sold - $50
Vendor/Concessionaire Fees: $60
● PG. 9 - Special Events - Food Truck Vendor Fee (2 trucks $20/each) - $40 ● PG. 9 - Craft Vendor Fee - $20
*** Quote does not include staff time for event preparation, staffing, or tear down (if applicable)
= $640.00 DRAFT QUOTE
(prior draft was $860)
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82 Parks & Recreation Fee Schedule Proposal - Supplemental Attachment - Item 11B Community Feedback
For: 5/26/26 City Council Meeting
Background: The following feedback was gathered from participants at the May 12th community workshop regarding the Parks & Recreation fee schedule; facilitated by Director Emily Wood. Participants were split into small groups at stations and tasked with leaving feedback - including questions, suggestions, and solutions, for each page of the fee schedule (Revision 2). Guiding questions were provided for participants at each station.

Sticky notes were also provided to participants to write their suggestions and were placed on the wall at each station. After all participants finished contributing their sticky notes; participants were each given 24 star shaped stickers to vote on their favorite ideas/sticky notes presented.

Guiding questions and a copy of the Fee Schedule - Revision 2 (presented at the April 28th, 2026 Council Meeting) is attached for convenience.

7 Stars
● All facility rentals should include bathrooms at no fee unless extra porta potties are needed (Page 12)
1 Star
● End note #1 we cannot match to an area in the fee schedule. Cannot find footnote #6. Should reference page # and title/section with each footnote item. 0 Stars
● Note #7 is really for internal staff reference. Not relevant as far as renting. I get that you are trying to recover these costs but it doesn’t help the fee schedule to state that.
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3 Stars
● City income should be based on the fee. There should be no % of gross 2 Stars
● We have lots of folks in town with families that may have a hard time coming up with these costs to cover summer care for their kids. Are their camperships based on income? There are grants like Humboldt Area Foundations Summer Youth Program to help with that.
● In general, having outdoor park facilities - fields, courts, picnic tables, trails - are what create the quality of life in Blue Lake. We would be pennywise-pound foolish to try to pin a cost on each use. We would impoverish our City culture. 1 Star
● How is it the concern of the city how much gross is brought in? ● Can there be discounted rates for lower income families for their kids to do sports & activities?
0 Star
● Sports Drop In Fees - seem fine, low impact increase. Camp Perigot - I wish it could be free. Can grants or sponsorships be found and at the same time the increase doesn't seem painful.
● Increases seem fair
● $50 increase in woodbat softball and $800 annual is not commensurate with increases and detail of the rest of the schedule. Also Little League. There are huge field maintenance costs, parking impacts, bathroom use, etc. that goes on every weekend for months. How is that the same cost as a 1 day “Block Party” (for example)
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4 Stars
● Are DJ nights just for adults now? Is the City going to still sponsor skate nights? Can we sell beer at adult skate night and build our budget on beer money? 3 Stars
● Everyone is a VIP and we should not charge $50 for VIP games since staff is here anyway.
● Skate night looks fun and brings in young people. Keep it going and draw people to town to have fun. Keep the 0-30 skate rental @ $150 to encourage schools to come and do a skate party.
1 Star
● Skating seems reasonable
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5 Stars
● Craft vendors/trucks already pay the City for a license, why does the event have to pay again?
1 Star
● Fees seem reasonable. Ice machine fee seems kinda high ● Need more explanation for “flat fees”
● Concesions for Bill Nessler Car Show - why the price range? For table 0 Stars
● Concession Fees (page 10) seem reasonable
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3 Stars
● It seems like a large event should start at 500+ people 2 Stars
● Why charge for amplified music? Will all venues that have amplified music get charged? Indoor amplified vs. outdoor amplified - is there a difference? 1 Star
● Whose responsible for the event parking - event producer or city? 0 Star
● Camp Perigot resident rate should be reduced to park being subsidized for recreational use of Blue Lake City.
● Questions: What is the capacity of Perigot Park Picnic area or Prasch Hall? Should this be the top # for events?
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4 Stars
● The fees stacking up seem unaffordable. Charging for porta potties/restrooms is a bad idea. One flat fee per event might work better. I’m afraid we might drive users away.
● We cannot afford to rent our own facilities as community groups. It will drive people away to have such high fees!
3 Stars
● Bathrooms should be included in stage rental, as should all facilities have restroom access for free.
● Dog Park too high - $50 is more realistic.
2 Stars
● What is meant by public restrooms “at the front of the park”? The End notes say under #5 “Perigot Park Rentals do not include Prasch Hall restroom access. So, if Park is rented, now restrooms must be rented separately? 0 Stars
● Perigot Park rental went up for the base fee from $370 in 2023 to $600 in 2026. $230 over just 3 years is a lot. Plus, there are something like 5 or 6 additional fees for dumpsters, porta potties, parking rental, bathroom rental, food truck fee. Too much nickel & diming
● Is there a # of attendees that does NOT require bathroom rentals? 251+ - how is this decided?
● So the Crows will start to pay for bocce on Wednesday & Sunday? Why have the courts?
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4 Stars
● The horse arena should be FREE to all users. We need to tell them where to go to get something to eat.
3 Stars
● Have templates available for people interested in renting from the City. Clarify terms. Leave some room for negotiation to allow small businesses to grow. ● All equestrians who do not live in Blue Lake or are a member of the Blue Lake Saddle Club should pay a use fee.
● Porta potty should be at the horse arena at all times for use by everyone 2 Stars
● The horse arena should only go up $25 to $50 - so it’s $150/day not $175 ● $300 for event on grass seems steep
● Our facilities need to be in much better shape if we are trying to charge top dollar ● Should we have lights @ the horse arena, basketball and tennis courts? Should we have electricity at the horse arena, basketball courts, tennis courts and horseshoe pits?
● Courts should be free unless wanted for exclusive event or group ● Include statement: Skinner Store rental fees are not charged to non-profit groups/clubs
1 Star
● If grass parking at arena is rented out to not horse folks there may not be available parking for equestrians.
● If our facilities are in top shape, which they are not, then we can charge top dollar ● Why did arena rental go up $75? It should be $150 - no more. Is the Taylor Way parking rental fee per event?
0 Star
● How much of my deposit do I get back and what is the criteria that is based upon? What is the deposit for? Is this exclusive usage? Do I need to pay $15/hr to pay basketball, pickleball or tennis?
● Since the Resource Center uses all of Skinner Store 9-4pm, Tuesday-Friday, and many meetings are held in the evening - are there times available to rent this facility?
● Skinner Store rental is way too high. It is nice to have a meeting space for non-profits.
● Taylor Way Rentals - What is half day? Define. What is a full day? Define. ● Waive fees if a benefit to the City of Blue Lake?
● Why is overnight camping fee so high? There are no facilities at all. ● Tennis courts are not too ship shape for such an increase. 88 Parks & Recreation Fee Schedule Proposal - Supplemental Attachment - Item 11B Community Feedback
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● A more reasonable fee for Taylor Way camping is $200. Waive Taylor Way event fees for events that are a benefit to the City of Blue Lake - such as Mad Scramble.

Turning the music volume lower would help us hear each other better without trying to yell at each other.
● Clarify that the Taylor Way camping is the entire grass area. ● Did anyone tell the schools about the court rental fee? 89 Parks & Recreation Fee Schedule Proposal - Supplemental Attachment - Item 11B Community Feedback
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6 Stars
● Don’t charge for amplified sound.
5 Stars
● Don’t restrict street parking - allow parking + Powers Creek field if really needed but not required
4 Stars
● A large event should be 500 people +
● Suggestions: change the noise cutoff time to 11pm for summer festival events 3 Stars
● The amplified music/sound fee should be a flat fee - the amount of people does not matter
● Reduce/remove “impact fees”: dumpster, porta potty, alcohol when events get their own ABC, amplified music (because covered by Ordinance [525], perhaps have fee if complaints require response)
● To promote prosperity & financial growth, create a structure that fosters success of small businesses. Finding a balance between fees for the amount of attendance and benefit to the community. Is the organizer a $2 million organization or $20k? A variable fee scale makes sense based on all the factors (organization size, audience size, financial benefit, cultural/tourist benefit) ● Solution: Please remove all the small fees for things that you now require - porta potties, food trucks, dumpsters, parking lots. This feels like you are nickel & diming the renter - gouging for every cent you can get, even though there are no City costs for those things. Simplify the fee schedule - too complex. ● You won’t make any money if the fees are so high that nobody holds any events at all.
● We believe all fees in [Miscellaneous Event Fees] are excessive. Same applies to Traffic Control Fees. Additional fees are excessive!!
● Can the City provide an estimate of staff time for the cost recovery as part of the application review process? Can it be waived for a recurring event? ● Why is there both an application fee and a processing fee? Confusing ● What are the costs to the city for amplified music? And please don’t say resident complaints because complaints have never been passed on to our organizers. $200 is a lot for us to pay on top of all the other expenses. 90 Parks & Recreation Fee Schedule Proposal - Supplemental Attachment - Item 11B Community Feedback
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2 Stars
● The fee section for Special Events should summarize what conditions trigger this event.
● Clarify terms: Events on private property vs public property ● Annually recurring events require less review and coordination. A waiver of some misc. Event fees should be applied to these events since the review is minimal. ● The City will just need to weigh the value of having positive community events and cost savings. Most definitely fewer events will be held here in the future because of this. As a Blue Lake resident of 30 years, that makes me very sad. ● Miscellaneous Fees: I want to say it again, but all these small fees add up to A LOT for us and I don’t understand what those costs are to the City. ● What is an “irregular application”? (regarding administrative processing fees) ● For Dell’Arte - per Ordinance 525 - 9.20.020 - #5 triggers amplified music/sound fee - $200 only? Not other
1 Star
● Combine staff time for traffic control and barricades ● Why do we have to pay for amplified music when we have to pay the band? Can it be a flat fee per event? We have to buy an alcohol license and liquor liability insurance which is costly. Can it be a per event fee not per day? ● Wow $75 to review our simple traffic control plan?
● Just a final note: My organization has already decided not to rent Perigot Park this year for our event due to all the additional new fees and requirements. They would about double the costs for this year.
● What is the cost of amplified music? Why a fee? Why cone fee if we have our own cones.
● Does every call have to be investigated for noise complaints? Is there an expected level of noise that is going to come with events? If so, what is the threshold that triggers an “investigation”?
● Is that dumpster fee for an extra dumpster? Porta potty rented by renter would be already paid for.
● The Medieval Festival is a fundraiser for local schools and nonprofits. Many Blue Lake community groups benefit from it including Blue Lake School, Blue Lake Parks & Rec, Blue Lake Horse Archers, Pony Club, as well as other schools. 0 Star
● Please consider a “Special Events” District in the ‘downtown area’. ● Are the traffic control fees triggered ONLY if the event organizer is not paying for their own traffic control?
● Our porta potty fee is thousands of dollars already. Can this be waived if we coordinate our own porta potties?
● Amplified music: why does the number of people at the event affect the cost? ● Question for staff - Ordinance 525 - Should there be an information sheet for the pricing of special events?
● Amplified music fee is steep.
● Administrative Processing Fees - Does small, medium and large refer to the size of the event? What does “regular [event]” mean? Why is it more expensive to apply ahead of time?
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Parks & Recreation - Fee Schedule & Special Events Community Workshop May 12th, 2026 - 5pm - Prasch Hall
Facilitated By: Emily Wood, Director of Parks & Recreation General Guiding Questions
● What feels unclear or confusing in this section?
● Are these fees fair and understandable?
● What solutions, alternatives, and/or improvements would you suggest? ● How can the City balance affordability with sustainability in this section? Detailed General Guiding Questions
● What works well about this section?
● What concerns do you have about this section?
● What changes would improve fairness or consistency?
● Are these fees/processes understandable to the average community member? ● Are there opportunities to simplify this process?
● What unintended impacts could these fees create?
● What would make this easier for staff and the public? Solution Based Questions
● If you could revise one thing on this page, what would it be? ● What is one practical improvement the City could realistically implement? ● What compromise or alternative solution would you suggest? ● How can this section better serve both the public and City operations? ● What would a “successful” version of this process look like? ● How can we make this process more user-friendly?
● What changes would create the greatest positive impact? Accessibility & Equity Questions
● Could these fees unintentionally prevent participation? ● How can the City maintain affordability for families and youth? ● Should any discounts or exemptions be considered?
● How should nonprofit or community-serving organizations be treated? ● Are there barriers this process may create for smaller groups or first-time applicants? ● How can the City balance affordability with operational costs? ● Are there ways to increase accessibility without shifting excessive costs to renters/users?
Financial Sustainability Questions
● Do these fees reasonably reflect the staff time and resources required? ● Are there areas where the City may still be undercharging? ● Which services should recover costs and which should remain subsidized? ● How should the City balance community benefit with financial sustainability? ● Are there fees that should be tiered based on event size or impact? ● Should certain activities require higher fees due to increased staffing, cleanup, or risk? ● Are there opportunities to improve cost recovery while maintaining accessibility? 92 Guiding Questions/Brainstorming Inspiration Handout
Parks & Recreation - Fee Schedule & Special Events Community Workshop Facility Rental Questions
● Are these rental fees reasonable for the type of facility provided? ● Should residents and non-residents pay different rates? ● Should nonprofit organizations receive reduced rates? ● How should damage deposits be handled?
● Are cancellation policies fair and understandable?
● What amenities or services justify higher rental costs? ● How can the City encourage greater use of these facilities? Recreation Program Questions
● Are program fees affordable for families?
● What scholarship or reduced-fee opportunities should exist? ● How can programs remain financially sustainable?
● Are there programs the community would prioritize keeping low-cost? ● What age groups or populations should receive additional support? ● What recreation opportunities are currently missing in the community? Process Improvement Questions
● What parts of this process feel complicated or difficult to navigate? ● What information should applicants receive earlier in the process? ● Are timelines and expectations clear?
● How can communication between organizers and staff be improved? ● What would make the permit process more efficient?
● Are there unnecessary steps or redundancies?
● How can expectations for organizers be made more clear? ● What tools or resources would help applicants succeed? Special Event-Specific Questions
● How can the City support successful community events while protecting public resources?
● What types of events provide the greatest community benefit? ● Should fees vary depending on attendance, complexity, or event impact? ● How should amplified music, alcohol, road closures, or large crowds factor into fees? ● Are insurance and safety requirements reasonable and understandable? ● How can the City better support local/community-based events? ● What expectations should event organizers have regarding cleanup, staffing, and safety?
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Agenda Item #: 12
Meeting Date: May 26, 2026
Prepared By: Jennie Short, City Manager
Subject: Extension of on-call municipal engineering and planning services by SHN through December 31, 2026
Recommended
Action:

That the City Council:

1. Authorize the City Manager to execute Addendum No. 2026-01 to the Services Agreement with SHN Dated May 31, 2023, for On Call Municipal Engineering & Planning Services

BACKGROUND
At the May 23, 2023, Council Meeting, the Council authorized the City Manager to negotiate a contract for services with SHN Consulting Engineers to provide:
• On-call municipal engineering
• On-call municipal planning
• On-call municipal survey, materials testing, environmental services, and geotechnical related services.

The contract was executed May 31, 2023, and expires on June 1, 2026. The City will prepare and issue a request for proposals for these services. In the interim, extension of SHN’s contract until December 31, 2026, allows for uninterrupted services while the RFP process is completed.

FISCAL IMPACT
NONE. SHN has agreed to keep the billing rates at the previous levels as part of the extension.

ALTERNATIVES
Allow the agreement to expire and do without engineering or planning services until the RFP process can be completed and a new contract negotiated.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Addendum No. 2026-01 to the Services Agreement with SHN

2. Services Agreement Dated May 31, 2023, with SHN for On Call Municipal Engineering & Planning Services
Review Information:

City Manager Review: ☒ Legal Review: ☐ Planner Review: ☐ Engineer: ☐ Comments:

City of Blue Lake
Staff Report
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P:\Eureka\2026\026003-GENERAL-ENGINEERING-SVCS-(2026)\PUBS\agr\20260518-BL-Addendum2026-01.docx Reference: 026003
Addendum No. 2026-01 To Agreement
Dated May 31, 2023
Blue Lake On Call Municipal Engineering & Planning Services Additional Scope of Work
Extension of on-call municipal engineering and planning services through December 31, 2026.

Related Costs
SHN agrees to provide services covered by this Addendum on a time and expenses/lump sum basis.

All other terms and conditions contained in the original Agreement shall apply to this Addendum.

In Witness Whereof, the parties have executed this Addendum to the Agreement the day and year first set forth.

SHN Consulting Engineers & Geologists, Inc. Client: City of Blue Lake Address: 812 W. Wabash Ave.

Eureka, CA 95501-2138
Address: PO Box 458,
Blue Lake CA, 95525
By: Mike Foget, PE By: Jennie Short
Title: CEO Title: City Manager
Signature: Signature:

Date: Date:

License #: C54123
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Board of Directors
Chair
Mark Ritz
Kinetic Koffee
Vice Chair
Ashley Osia
Friends of the Dunes
Secretary
Kathy Thornhill
RISE Advising
Treasurer
Wil Franklin
SBDC
Past Chair
J.D. Garza-Valencia
Cal Poly Humboldt
Roger James
Gelinas-James Consulting
Amandeep Singh
Chronix Web
Tanya Trump
HCOE
Charlene Cook
Humboldt Made
Sarah Hiller
Coast Central
Executive Director
Meredith Maier
Operations and Events
Manager
Gloria Baker
Dear Members of the Blue Lake City Council,
On behalf of the Arcata Chamber of Commerce, I am
requesting a waiver of the $350 rental fee for a multi-chamber collaborative mixer scheduled for September 16th.

This “mega mixer” will bring together the Blue Lake, Arcata, McKinleyville, Willow Creek, Trinidad, Southern Humboldt Chambers of Commerce, and Humboldt Made. As nonprofit
organizations with a shared mission to support local
businesses and promote regional tourism, this event is a great opportunity to strengthen cross-county connections while highlighting and celebrating Blue Lake as the host community.

In addition to fostering regional collaboration, the mixer will serve as a fundraiser for each participating organization.

Reducing costs, such as the rental fee, will allow all partners to make a small profit to help support each of their individual missions.

We appreciate your consideration of this request and would be happy to provide any additional information or discuss further details.

With appreciation,
Gloria Baker
Operations and Events Manager
Arcata Chamber of Commerce
791 8th St. Suite 7 | Arcata, CA | 707.822.3619
[email protected] | www.arcatachamber.com
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Agenda Item #: 14
Meeting Date: May 26, 2026
Prepared By: Jennie Short, City Manager
Subject: Bike & Skate Park Update
Recommended
Action:

That the City Council:

1. Receive the report

2. Provide direction to the City Manager regarding ongoing maintenance

BACKGROUND
In February 2026 the Council approved a Corrective Action Plan for the Bike & Skate Park project. Since then, I have collected the financial reports from RCMBA on which expenses they paid for directly out of donations to their organization. I have also prepared a summary of the expenses that have been paid for by the City and associated donations. Those two reports are attached.

Also attached is the Corrective Action Plan with comments on status of each task in red. I will intermittently update this plan as we proceed through the steps and bring updates back to Council as progress is made.

The site is currently winterized, but with the onset of spring there are numerous weeks and grasses growing in and around the plastic and asphalt. We need to continue to maintain this site and prepare it for flying of the drone survey. This will include removal of the plastic, relocation of the sandbags, adjustment of the fences, weed-eating the grass to grade, minor modifications to keep positive drainage, and placement of survey targets. To obtain an accurate survey, ground contours should be as revealed as possible. Volunteers from the various bike and skate groups are willing to complete this work.

FISCAL IMPACT
Only payment to GLJ Construction from the Mad Scramble donation has occurred. I am still working with Wildland Operators to determine if any portion of the outstanding invoice are legitimate project cost that should be included in future grant applications or fundraising efforts. The invoice for Livin Lawn Care in the amount of $10,000 was incorporated into the invoice from Wildland Operators.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Summary Financial Report for Bike & Skate Park expenditures and donations through City accounting and RCMBA’s accounting.

2. Corrective Action Plan with status notes
Review Information:

City Manager Review: ☒ Legal Review: ☐ Planner Review: ☐ Engineer: ☐ Comments:

City of Blue Lake
Staff Report
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Transactions in City's Accounting System
Description Expense Revenue
Dazey's Arcata 2,176.38
G.L.J. Construction 24,539.00
City Staff Wages 415.52
Mercer-Fraser Company 25,000.00
O'Reilly Auto Parts 23.91
Paradise Cay Publications 265.79
SHN Consulting 2,131.25
Steven Pearl 1,700.00
The Hilfiker Company 693.32
The Mill Yard 19.19
The Mitchell Law Firm, LLP 2,572.52
Harbor Freight: 2 large tarps & tent pegs 461.61
Wildland Operators INV 0126 26,475.00
Wildland Operators Inv 0007 20,000.00
Donation Mad Scramble 4/10/23 200.00
Donation-Anonymous 110.00
Donation-Brunson Trst 10,000.00
Donation-Grainger 1,000.00
Donation-Koier-Schrauger 10,000.00
Donation-Paskenta Brewery 97.00
Donation - P. Smith 38.54
Donation-Green Diamond 1,000.00
Donation 50.00
Donation PGE Nov 2022 5,000.00
Donation-Alves 1,000.00
Donation-BL Garbage 500.00
Donation-Friends of A&M Trail 150.00
Donation-Goad 1,000.00
Donation-Haven Elec. 5,000.00
Donation-Kosek 250.00
Donation-M.Foget 500.00
Donation-Morehouse 500.00
Donation-Paskenta 190.00
Donation-Quality bodyworks 1,000.00
Donation-Rousseau 2,500.00
Bike Skate Park Expenses Donations

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Donation-Rusconi 1,000.00
Donation-Schweigert 500.00
Donation-Sensory Science 79.00
Donation-SHN 2,500.00
P/R bike park sticker sales 112.00
Donation 244.95
P/R Medieval Festival bounce house 1,167.00
RCMBA Mad Scramble 2026 5,090.01
Bike Park Donations 816.69
Totals 106,473.49 51,595.19
Net Expense 54,878.30
Transactions from RCMBA
Description Expense Revenue
BLPT 1,591.23
Diamond Grinder Donation 110.00
Humboldt Skate Collective 501c3 3,000.00
Blue Lake Bike Park Fundraiser 475.00
Blue Lake Bike Park 280.00
Blue Lake Bike Park Fundraiser 240.00
Steve and Margaret 500.00
BLBP 220.00
earmarked 250.00
Kevin Fischer -10/28/25 535.00
GearSwap-Raffle 730.00
GearSwap-Community Booth 160.00
GearSwap-Community Swap/Other Donations 506.00
Annie and Mary - Blue Lake Pump 93.18
Annie and Mary - Blue Lake 3,451.00
A&M Booth 2,611.00
A&M Booth 552.71
Mercer Fraser Co 13,403.20
ABC permit for A&M Day 75.00
Lost coast brewry 360.53
Misc 45.55
Costco 23.17
Humboldt Cider Co 120.00
GB Costco Reimbursement 226.88
Bike Skate Park Expenses Donations

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TD Misc small supplies 27.65
GB Redwood Curtain Reimbursment 166.98
TJ Humboldt Cider reimbursment 224.82
Mad River Brewery 232.46
Staples 40.97
The Mill Yard 1,000.00
Tarps for Blue Lake Pump Track 325.50
Tarp straps 39.06
Kevin Fisher-Tarps and Straps 54.20
Don's Rent All 253.58
Total 16,619.55 15,305.12
Net Expense 1,314.43
Total Bike & Skate Park Unfunded Expenses 56,192.73
GLJ Invoice Payable 19,449.00
Unfunded Paid 36,743.73
Invoiced but not approved (Wildland Operators) 93,040.00 Bike Skate Park Expenses Donations

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Bike & Skate Park Corrective Action Plan Page 1 of 4
City of Blue Lake
Post Office Box 458
111 Greenwood Road
Blue Lake, CA 95525
Phone 707.668.5655
Blue Lake Bike Park Council Approved Corrective Action Plan The following list of steps was approved by the Blue Lake City Council at their meeting on February 10, 2025.

Step 1: City Staff Coordination with Vendors Claiming Outstanding Financial Obligations & Verification of Grant Application Status
City staff will contact each of the vendors that have asserted outstanding financial obligation with the City for materials, services, or equipment used at the Bike Park project. The following vendors have identified outstanding balances with the City:
• Wildland Operators - $113,040 ($20,000 of this has been paid through a donation from RCMBA) • Livin’ Lawn Care - $10,000 This invoice was included in Wildland Operators’ invoice • GLJ Construction - $23,714 $5,090 of this paid from Mad Scramble donation Vendors will be required to supply supporting documentation substantiating their claims, including invoices, proof of services rendered, or deliverables received and evidence of prior written authorization from City staff, where applicable. No additional payments will be issued until staff have reviewed and validated the legitimacy of any claimed obligations and have informed the City Council of the findings.

In addition, continued verification of the status of the outstanding grant application will be reported to City Council as part of a subsequent financial update.

Letters were sent to each vendor. Dana Creech of Wildland Operators has committed to providing additional detail. GLJ’s invoice contains dates and specific types and quantities of materials provided and are incorporated into the project. Mr. Johnson met with the City Manager and is willing to wait to be paid as funding becomes available.

Once the information from Wildland Operators has been received and reviewed, a report to Council will be prepared. Council will need to determine which if any costs are the City’s obligation and which were incurred without City consent.

Step 2: Collect and Review of Construction Related Data A significant amount of construction activity has already been completed at the Bike Park. Over a thousand cubic yards of material (some native, base rock, sand and drain rock) have been imported, placed, shaped, compacted, and partially paved as part of the project. Additional site stabilization and weatherization measures have also been completed.
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Bike & Skate Park Corrective Action Plan Page 2 of 4
City staff will collect and review available construction-related documentation to assess the work performed to date. This effort will include outreach to consultants, volunteers, and organizations involved in or associated with the project to obtain any available compaction testing results, gradation or materials testing reports, photographs documenting construction progress, records of equipment utilized on site, and other information that could help verify construction means and methods for the completed work.

The information gathered through this process will be used to evaluate the condition and completeness of the work performed and to inform subsequent phases of project review and decision-making.

Dana Creech has indicated that he has large quantities of paperwork, photographic and drone video footage for all phases of the construction. He will provide these resources. There was also information presented at the June 2025 Council meeting outlining the work to date. A water truck and water from the adjacent hydrant was utilized to assist in compaction.

Step 3: Topographic Survey of Existing Construction
The purpose of this step is to document the as-partially-built conditions at the project site. A topographic survey shall be prepared by a licensed engineer or licensed land surveyor and shall accurately depict current site conditions.

At a minimum, the scaled plan view shall include the following elements:
• Existing ground surface with 1-foot contours
• All drainage features and direction of flow
• Property boundaries and areas of site disturbance
• Areas on adjacent parcels that have been disturbed or utilized for stockpiles • Dimensions and elevations of critical features including length, width, berm radii, and roller spacing
• Cross-sections showing above-referenced features
In addition, a separate plan sheet shall overlay the constructed features with the plans previously approved by the Planning Commission, with any design deviations clearly identified.

As part of this step, the design documentation shall also identify additional construction elements that were approved by the Planning Commission but remain unbuilt. These elements shall be shown in relation to the currently constructed features to support evaluation of feasibility, potential relocation, or modification as necessary.

SHN will put together an estimate of what it would cost to complete the topographical survey utilizing drone surveying techniques. The stakeholder group is interested in fundraising to cover the cost of the survey so that we can get enough information to begin step 5. 130
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Step 4: Coordination with Risk Management Carriers to Verify Insurability City staff will coordinate with the City’s risk management carriers to verify that the Bike and Skate Park, upon completion, will be eligible for insurance coverage. This review will include an assessment of the project’s design, construction features, signage, and intended use to identify any conditions or requirements that may affect insurability.

The results of this coordination will be used to inform subsequent project decisions and will be reported to the City Council as appropriate.

The City’s insurance company will provide coverage once the City obtains design documents stamped by a licensed engineer or architect. The necessary ordinance requiring safety equipment and subsequent signage has been completed.

Step 5: Comparison of As-Built Conditions with Approved Project Documents Upon completion of the as-built topographic plan, City staff will perform a compliance review comparing existing site conditions with the project’s approved plans and regulatory requirements. This review will evaluate consistency with applicable approvals, permits, and standards, including but not limited to the following:
• Planning Commission Conditions of Approval
• Issued building permits
• Issued grading permits
• Applicable ADA accessibility requirements
• Stormwater management and erosion control requirements, including the need for a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
• Applicable safety standards for public recreation facilities The results of this compliance review will inform recommendations regarding any required corrective actions, modifications, or additional approvals.

Step 6: Preparation of a Conceptual Remediation and/or Project Completion Plan for City Council Review
Upon completion of the preceding steps, City staff will prepare a conceptual remediation and/or project completion plan for City Council consideration. The plan will evaluate whether continued development of the Bike and Skate Park is feasible and will identify potential pathways for addressing existing conditions and completing the project.

The conceptual plan will include, as applicable, the following components:
• Recommended project development scope and approach
• Identification of required permits, approvals, and regulatory compliance measures • Description of additional design efforts
• Estimated total project costs and phased cost projections • Evaluation of phased implementation options
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• Procurement considerations and contracting requirements • Evaluation of the feasibility of continued construction supported by donations or volunteer contributions
• Proposed project schedule, including anticipated milestones and timelines • Assessment of potential future use of the partially completed facility • Consideration of fundraising activities and/or special events at the site • Identification of work eligible for volunteer participation and any associated limitations or conditions
• Assessment of risk management and liability considerations, including insurance coverage, safety compliance, and operational exposure
The plan will be presented to the City Council for review and direction, with clearly identified decision points as appropriate.

Step 7: Coordination with MOU Partners for Project Funding Once the City Council has approved the project, City staff will coordinate with partner organizations that have executed memorandum of understandings (MOUs) with the City regarding the Bike and Skate Park.

This coordination will focus on identifying and pursuing grant opportunities and other alternative funding sources to support the approved project.

Funding efforts will be directed toward covering the costs associated with required permits, design, and construction. Staff will report progress on funding initiatives to the City Council as appropriate and will seek direction on any significant funding decisions or commitments.

MBTTA has applied for grant funding for a portion of the project. City staff would like to apply for Statewide Park Program (SPP) Round 5 funding for the project. The timeline for this grant program has not yet been released. The grant process will require community engagement to determine the desires of the community for the development of this park.

FISCAL IMPACT
All expenditures related to the Bike and Skate Park (Fund 15) are only allowed within the City Council adopted budget and are contingent upon the availability of sufficient donations or other revenues to cover the associated costs. A summary of the historical finances of the project has been provided.

Proceeds from the Mad Scramble special event in February was donated to Fund 15 to support the Bike and Skate Park. Council authorized use of these funds to pay part of the GLJ costs.

The costs associated with staff time required to complete coordination for Steps 1 through 4 will be charged to Fund 15 and tracked for potential reimbursement through future grant funding. The current budget does not include funds for these costs. Completion of Step 1 is necessary to enable the Finance Department to finalize year-end entries for FY 2024/25. 132
City Manager’s Report
May 26, 2026
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Project Name Status/Notes
23/24 Audit JJACPA completed the field visit May 4- 8, 2026. They had two outstanding items related to journal entries for unfunded retirement liabilities. The Finance Manager and City Accountant are working to put together the information for those journal entries. JJACPA estimates that the:

Draft audit report to staff by the end of May 2026.

Final audit to Council June 2026.
24/25 Closeout Working on final reconciliations of all projects with adjustments for postings to correct fiscal year. Compilation of all final year end journal entries in progress. Various reports and reimbursement requests are being researched and prepared.

Funds 11, 12, 13, and USDA project 32/34 have all been completed. Town Square remains to be fully reconciled. It and the Bike Park are the two highest priorities right now.

State Park Per Capital
Grant
for Parks Dept.

The reconciliation of the expenditures for this project is complete. A final reimbursement request is being prepared to close out the grant.
24/25 Audit and Year
End Closeout
The City’s Accountant has been released from medical leave and is working on preparing the year end closing journal entries and reconciliation.
25/26 Financial
Statements
Much work has been completed to create a financial statement format in our accounting software that provides more detail than was previously submitted to the Council. This consent agenda includes the third quarter financial statements by fund with detail down to each general ledger account. The financials also include the cash balances by fund so that Council can track the increase or decrease in cash on hand for each fund. The water and sewer funds are of particular concern.

Rancheria New
Water and
Sewer services
I held another meeting with Bruce and Randy from the BL Rancheria to work through the details of the various water and sewer applications that have been submitted and to accept two more applications. Their engineer is working on equivalent residential unit calculations for the city to review.

Some of the service locations are within the city limits and can be processed like any other service application.

Others are outside our boundary and require more review and preparation of an amendment (#4) to their MOU.

Possible coordination with LAFCo may also be necessary for the parcels outside City limits. 7th Cycle Housing
Element Update
This project is progressing well and is on schedule to meet the milestones in the agreement with HCD.

Planwest will attend this meeting to describe the status of the work, the schedule, upcoming efforts, etc.

We are working on defining the method (and cost) for attaining compliance with the implementation items from the adopted 6th Housing Element plus the likely additional implementation items.

City staff is almost done creating the database for the property condition survey that is required for the 7th Cycle. 135
Project Name Status/Notes
Operations Spring is a busy time for the public works crews. They spend significant amounts of time keeping the parks, roads, trails, and wastewater plant grass at a reasonable height. Weed eating and mowing can be some of the staff’s full-time jobs right now. They are tasked with keeping the areas surrounding City Hall, Skinner Store, and Perigot Park looking snazzy as the gateway to the City of Blue Lake. There is a small grass area across from City Hall that is owned by the museum, also a non-profit, that they maintain as well. We feel it is important to assist as we are able in keeping the area used by the City for events such as the car show, winter wonderland horse story tours, seasonal banners such as the one for fireworks regulations.

Town Square
Construction Project
The project manager from State Parks inspected the project this month. There are several items that need to be completed before the project can be closed out. They include erection of the pergola, installation of the art feature and the project sign.

There are also several significant expenditures that have not yet been included in a reimbursement request.

Blue Lake Library ADA
Project
The CASp inspector came this past month and there are four remaining barriers open that have not been constructed correctly. I met with SHN to figure out by whom and how the necessary modifications will occur.

SHN, at their cost, will prepare a plan that will be reviewed by the CASp inspector. Once approved, SHN will coordinate the required modifications.

Wastewater Plant
Capacity Expansion
Project
As part of the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update, HI-18 must be completed by July 2027, which states, “To address the potential for insufficient wastewater treatment capacity during a portion of the planning period, the City shall construct the wastewater treatment plant improvements identified in its Capital Improvement Plan within two years of adopting the Housing Element. These improvements include electrical panel upgrades and the installation of aerators, which are estimated to provide an additional 180 residential equivalent units (REUs).” The existing capacity of the Wastewater Treatment Plan is insufficient for the RENA allocations in the 7th Cycle Housing Element. The capacity can be expanded by installing additional aerators in Pond 1. The electrical panel capacity is insufficient for these additional aerators, so the project currently includes approximately $55,000 in electrical upgrades to go with the aerators. The current engineer’s opinion of probable costs for this construction project is approximately $300,000. This project could be eligible from CDBG funding but needs to be shovel ready.

Last month we applied to North Coast Resource Partnership for a capacity technical assistance grant. The hope was that these funds could be utilized by the electrical engineer to perform the basic design of the work needed to expand the electrical panel and associated infrastructure so that we have a current schematic and cost estimate for the installation of the additional aerators.

NRCP informed me this week that the scope of the project does not fall within the parameters for the funding they currently have access to. If they obtain wastewater capacity grant funds, then the project can be reconsidered.
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Project Name Status/Notes
Water Tank
Replacement Project
Background: The City has received funding from CalOES and FEMA HMGP to design, engineer, permit and ultimately construct one new water storage tank. Currently, the City has two redwood water tanks that are both at the end of their useful lives and are experiencing regular issues related to leaking seams. The tanks are also not seismically stable and the City has been working with our partners at CalOES and FEMA to address these deficiencies through the hazard mitigation program.

Funding: This project is estimated to cost approximately $2+ million dollars; the project is funded through several sources, including CalOES, FEMA, USDA and the City’s capital improvement fund. This project is a high priority project for the City and staff is working to secure additional grant funds to offset the City’s costshare requirements. FEMA’s HMGP funding requires a 25% match. There will also be project costs not eligible.

Current estimates are that the City’s portion could be up to 40%.

Finding funding to cover the 25% matching funds plus any project overages or expenses deemed ineligible is a high priority. It is difficult to apply for state grant programs without three years of current audits.

Current Status: Final plans have been completed and are being reviewed by FEMA for consistency with applicable codes and design standards. Final cost projections have been completed, and the City has requested additional funding consideration from CalOES and FEMA due to increased costs associated with material acquisition, construction and inspection requirements. Once the project is fully designed and engineered and environmental permits are in place, the City will move to the construction phase of the project, which will be funded through FEMA.

The quarterly report was prepared and submitted for this grant project. We are still waiting for CalOES to receive approval from FEMA on the construction plans for both tanks. Currently CalOES has approved using the available funding (75% grant) for Tank 2 (Bussman). Tank 2 is definitely leaking more than Tank 1 (McClure).

Tank 2 is the one that was chain-sawed a few years ago.

McClure Easement Acquisition of the easement from the McClure Trust is progressing well. The Agreement To Convey An Easement And Joint Escrow Instructions has been signed by all parties and provide to Fidelity Title for processing through Escrow. The Preliminary Title Report should be received by the date of Council’s meeting.

The City has deposited the earnest funds into the escrow account and paid Ms. McClure $6,000 for the 2026- 2027 annual lease payment.

The Preliminary Title Report has been received and reviewed. The City’s Attorney prepared a Title Objection Notice to exception 27, 51, 53, and 54.

Ms. McClure and her attorney are working on satisfying the title company that the conveying party has the authority to execute and deliver the easement on behalf of the owner so that the City will receive insurable title to the easement.
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Project Name Status/Notes
Blue Lake Truck Route
Phase II
Project Location: On Hatchery Road from South Railroad Avenue intersection to approximately 100 ft south of H Street intersection.

Project Elements: Sidewalk and pedestrian crossing improvements, bicycle lane improvements, and roadway rehabilitation.

Project Costs: The programmed FY 26-27 STIP funds are:

PS&E $18,000 ROW $20,000 CON $635,000 Total: $673,000
Status: SHN has 90% plans and specifications prepared for this project.

I prepared the Allocation Form requesting it to be placed on the CTC’s August 20, 2026 agenda for funding allocation. Once the funding is allocated, we can begin incurring reimbursable expenses to complete right of way acquisition and finalize the construction contract documents for bidding.

Bike Park Council adopted the corrective action plan. The first step has begun, and the vendors are providing information.

Payment to GLJ will be made from the Mad Scramble donation.

Currently, the park is still winterized.

We had a stakeholders’ meeting to discuss next steps and possible fundraising opportunities to move forward on the rest of the steps. It was productive and is further described in the agenda item for the Bike Park update.

Coordination for tie into the existing drain is still needed.

Funding: We plan to put together an application to California State Parks’ Office of Grants and Local Services (OGALS) for the $188.5 million for the Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program (SPP) Round 5 once the application portal opens.

We will also need to complete community-based planning and scoping meetings for this grant application.

Power Plant Demolition and possible redevelopment of the 21 acre parcel that housed the power plant is a large long-term project for the City. The infrastructure onsite has some salvage value, but likely significantly less than the cost of the demolition. Storyland prepared an elaborate master plan for the power plan and adjacent properties in the Powers Creek District. I am collecting information from the County on what hazardous substance are there in preparation for applying for a Toxic Substances Grant.

Baduw’at/ Powers
Creek Lower
Restoration Project
This project has completed design plans and the Baduw’at Watershed Council is looking for construction funding. They have outstanding funding applications with WCB, and DWR.

The City can assist in providing letters of support for the flood reduction aspects of the project.

DANCO/ Baduw’at
Development
The Notice of Default was sent to DANCO on March 17, 2026.

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