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CITY OF CRESCENT CITY
ayor Pro lem Isaiah Wrigh
Council Member Beau Smiti
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FLYNN CENTER BOARD CHAMBERS
981 H STREET
CRESCENT CITY, CA 95531
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6, 2022 6:00 P.M.
OPEN SESSION
Call to order Mayor Pro Tem Wright called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
Roll call Council Members present: Council Member Ray Altman, Council Member Blake Inscore, Council Member Beau Smith and Mayor Pro Tem Isaiah Wright
Council Member absent: Mayor Jason Greenough
Staff members present: City Manager Eric Wier, City Attorney Martha Rice, City Clerk/Administrative Analyst Robin Altman, Public Works Director Jon Olson, Finance Director Linda Leaver, Account Clerk 1 Gwyn Mattix, Public Works Maintenance Manager Jason Wylie (via Zoom), Housing Authority Executive Director Megan Miller (via Zoom) and Police Chief Richard Griffin Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Pro Tem Wright
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
The following citizens addressed the Council:
Robert Derego: spoke about the last item on the last item on the agenda and the low wages of food service workers.
CEREMONIAL ITEMS
1. time alite ane Cork employee Gwyn Mattix, Account Clerk 1 and Dave Brous, Part- Finance Director Leaver introduced Gwyn Mattix to the Council and gave her background and that she is the newest employee in the Water Department. Dave Brous was unable to attend the REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS - None
CONSENT CALENDAR
2. Council Meeting Minutes
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• Recommendation: Approve the August 15, 2022 meeting minutes of the City Council.
3. Warrant Claims List
• Recommendation: Receive and file the warrant claims list for the period August 6, 2022, through August 26, 2022.
4. Payroll Report
• Recommendation: Receive and file the biweekly payroll report for the period ending August 27, 2022, paid September 2, 2022
5. Letter of Support for the Del Norte Performing Arts Center • Recommendation: Authorize the City Council to sign a letter of support for the Del Norte Performing Arts Center
6. Cultural Center License Agreement for COVID Test Site • Recommendation: Approve and authorize the City Manager to sign the Temporary and Revocable License Agreement with Del Norte County to use the Cultural Center as a COVID-19 Testing Site
7. MOU Amendments with Employee Associations Regarding Health Benefits Recommendation: Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-56, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1
TO THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF
CRESCENT CITY AND THE CLERICAL EMPLOYEES OF CRESCENT CITY FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 2021 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2023
• Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-57, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF CRESCENT
CITY AND THE CRESCENT CITY MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 2021 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2023
• Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-58, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF CRESCENT
CITY AND THE CRESCENT CITY EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 2021 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2023
Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-59, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF CRESCENT
CITY AND THE CRESCENT CITY POLICE OFFICERS' ASSOCIATION FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 2021 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2023
Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-60, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 BUDGET
8. Annual Water Loss Audit Requirements
Recommendation: Approve and authorize the City Manager to sign Task Order #1 with Freshwater Environmental Services for revision of existing water audits for Crescent city and generation of new audits for Bertsch Ocean Vien Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-61, A RESOLUTION OF THE CIT)
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY
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Council Member Inscore asked for item number 5 to pulled from the agenda for discussion; seconded by Council Member Smith
On a motion by Council Member Smith, seconded by Council Member Inscore, and carried on a 4-0 polled vote with Mayor Greenough being absent, the City Council of the City of Crescent City adopted the consent calendar consisting of items 2-4 and 6-8 as presented.
Robert DeRego: asked for clarification on Aspen Rentals on the Warrant Claims list as well as disagreeing with the amount of benefits the Crescent City Police Department receive.
City Manager Wier reported to the Council the history behind the letter and that it is now being signed by the entire City Council and Board of Supervisors. Nick Rail thanked the Council for being in support of this project.
Robert DeRego: thanked the Rails for what they are doing for the community On a motion by Council Member Inscore, seconded by Council Member Altman, and carried unanimously on a 4-0 polled vote with Mayor Greenough being absent, the City Council of the City of Crescent City authorized the City Council to sign a letter of support for the Del Norte Performing Arts Center.
Council Member Inscore spoke of his appreciation for what the Rails are doing for the youth in our community. Mr. Rail spoke of his excitement of the instrument repair shop installed at the high school.
PUBLIC HEARING - None
CONTINUING BUSINESS
9. Johnson Controls Agreement for Pool Renovation
• Recommendation: Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comment
• Further Council discussion
• Approve and authorize the City Manager to sign the Agreement for Fred Endert Municipal Pool Building Improvements with Johnson Controls for the renovation of the Fred Endert Municipal Swimming Pool HVAC and other systems City Manager Wier gave a brief history of this agenda item for the Council and stated that Johnson Controls has now come back with just the pool project. He further reported to the Council the details of the pool project and how this will save money by making it more energy efficient. This agreement will be contingent upon the City Attorney's review; there are some slight modifications to the agreement that are not substantive. City Attorney Rice stated that the revisions she suggested were just to offer clarification and clean up the agreement, none of her changes were substantive and she does not believe there will be push back from Johnson Controls. City Manager Wier stated that the one item for further discussion is the pool schedule as the installation will be on May 23 - July 18, 2023 for the construction window due to the final design and ordering all of the items. Council Member Smith asked if once this is signed does that lock in the price; City Manager Wier stated that once the Notice to Proceed is signed, it will lock in the price. Council Member Inscore stated that he is in support of the project, but that we need to ensure there is a contingency in place to cover any unknowns; suggested a 10% contingency plan. Council Member Smith asked that if we cannot get a new Public Works Director during that time, what is the plan; City Manager Wier stated that in the agenda tonight will address that item. 3 Page
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For this project, it will definitely need an onsite project manager. Mayor Pro Tem Wright asked about the project being done by the time the new Public Works Director is hired; City Manager Wier stated that he will discuss that with the new Public Works Director. Council Member Altman asked how many community members actually use the pool as it is very expensive to run. City Manager Wier stated it would be difficult to narrow a number of the different groups of people who use the pool. Mayor Pro Tem Wright asked about the 4" grade swimming lesson and if they are paid for by the Healthcare District; Council Member Smith mentioned other funding received from the Healthcare District.
Robert DeRego: stated having a pool in a community that is by the water is a valuable asset.
Roger Gitlin: asked if the $47k would increase once construction started; Mayor Pro Tem Wright explained that amount is for the contingency plan. Mr. Gitlin further stated that pool users should have a part in paying a portion to cover the deficit. Mayor Pro Tem Wright explained that this is covered by Measure S and ARPA funds.
Council Member Smith asked what a safe contingency would be; City Manager Wier stated $100k would be best. Brian LaBrie with Johnson Controls stated that any unknown costs would be unforeseen costs; Scott Krebs stated that the most of the work will be in the mechanical room.
City Manager Wier asked if the notice to proceed is approved by the Council; does Johnson Controls have in writing that the City will not have to pay escalation prices, only unforeseen costs; Mr. LaBrie stated that yes, the cost will be locked in once this is signed. Council Member Inscore stated that the pool will never make money and every year it'll cost more money to run. We are managing the asset and because we are replacing a boiler, it'll save a large expense if it fails. He further stated that charging the patrons more is not the right direction for the City to go. Council Member Inscore stated that Measure S funds are being used to make sure the pool is available to our residents. It's not being used for pay raises or any unnecessary items. Mayor Pro Tem Wright asked if Measure S funds would be used after using the General Fund. City Manager Wier stated if would if that if it is Council direction; staff will be bringing budget actual numbers from last year's financial close and will have better estimates on the actual revenues received from Measure S. Council Member Altman stated his support of the pool, however, in this fiscal year, we have already spent quite a bit. Would like to see if there are any other options instead of pouring a lot of money into it; suggested perhaps looking into what the cost of a new pool would be. City Manager Wier asked Mr. LaBrie what a brand new facility would cost; Mr. LaBrie stated that is outside of their expertise, therefore he would not be able to give a price. Mr. Krebs stated lengthen the life of the structure. Council Member Inscore said that in Las Cruces the cost estimate in 2018 was $18million for an indoor pool. City Manager Wier asked Mr. LaBrie how the energy efficiency project will save money; Mr. LaBrie explained that it will save $22k a year in operating costs and over a 20-year period, $600k will be saved.
On a motion by Council Member Inscore, seconded by Council Member Smith, and carried on a 4-0 polled vote with Mayor Greenough being absent, the City Council of the City of Crescent City approved and authorize the City Manager to sign the Agreement for Fred Endert Municipal Pool Building Improvements with Johnson Controls for the renovation of the Fred Endert Municipal Swimming Pool HVAC and other systems contingent upon final City Attorney review.
NEW BUSINESS
10. Street Name Change for a Portion of Taylor Street to South Pebble Beach Drive Recommendation: Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comment
• Further Council discussion
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• Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-65, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY CHANGING THE NAME OF A
PORTION OF TAYLOR STREET TO SOUTH PEBBLE BEACH DRIVE
Ethan Lawton, Planning Consultant of SHN, stated that a petition was received at a City staff level and the Planning Commission their recommendation to the Council. He gave a detailed report on the process for the street name change to come before the Council. The street name change would have no cost to the applicant, however, the Planning Commission has recommended that the Council to reconsider that portion. Mayor Pro Tem Wright asked about the properties in the area and why only 3 to be impacted; Mr. Lawton explained that the other two have different addresses than Taylor Street. Council Member Inscore does not support charging the applicant for this process; asked about notifying first responder services; Mr. Lawton explained that the City Clerk will be responsible for notifying the necessary agencies, etc.
Roger Gitlin; gave his experience with the renaming South A Street to Lighthouse Way and it was a seamless process. Would improve the image of our City.
On a motion by Council Member Inscore, seconded by Council Member Smith, and carried on a 1-0 polled vote with Mayor Greenough being absent, the City Council of the City of Crescent City approved and adopted Resolution No. 2022-56, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY CHANGING THE NAME OF A PORTION OF TAYLOR STREET
TO SOUTH PEBBLE BEACH DRIVE
11. Small Residential Rooftop Solar Permits Ordinance
• Recommendation: Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comments
• Further Council discussion
• Waive full reading, read by title only, and introduce Ordinance No. 833, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Crescent City Amending the Crescent City Municipal Code by Adding Chapter 15.40, Small Residential Rooftop Solar Energy Systems, to Title 15, Buildings and Construction City Attorney Rice stated this is similar to the Electric Vehicles Charging Station, the State requires that the same permitting process be done for Small Residential Rooftop Solar Panels.
There were no comments from the public.
On a motion by Council Member Inscore, seconded by Council Member Altman, and carried on a 4-0 polled vote with Mayor Greenough being absent, the City Council of the City of Crescent City waived full reading, read by title only and introduced Ordinance No. 833, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY Amending the Crescent City Municipal Code by Adding Chapter 15.40, Small Residential Rooftop Solar Energy Systems, to Title 15, Buildings and Construction
12. Amendment of Military Equipment Use Policy
• Recommendation: Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comments
• Further Council discussion
• Waive full reading, read by title only and introduce Ordinance No. 832, AN
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APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE POLICE DEPARTMENT'S MILITARY
EQUIPMENT USE POLICY
Chief Griffin stated that anytime there is an addition for military equipment, there needs to be public notice. For this particular item, it will be for a drone which will be paid for by an OES grant to be used for jetty rescues. There have been incidents in the past where officers would get injured after being washed off the jetty; he will make it a policy for the officers not to conduct rescues but for the agency that is trained to do water rescues to do them. He further explained that the budget will come back before the Council as after a couple of years after the OES grant, the drone is $1k extra at this point. Mayor Pro Tem Wright asked if there is specific training for the water rescues; Chief Griffin stated that Search and Rescue is fully trained to do these types of water rescues and explained the rescue process. Council Member Smith asked if there was an operator in mind already; Chief Griffin stated he does, he has a couple of officers who own their own drone. This position will be POST certified as well.
There were no comments by the public.
On a motion by Council Member Smith, seconded by Council Member Inscore, and carried on a 4-0 polled vote with Mayor Greenough being absent, the City Council of the City of Crescent City waived full reading, read by title only and introduced, Ordinance No. 832, AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO
THE POLICE DEPARTMENT'S MILITARY USE POLICY
13. CCPD Measure S FY 22-23 Update
• Recommendation: Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comments
Further Council discussion
Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-63, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 BUDGET AND POSITION CONTROL
City Manager Wier showed the Council the same presentation that the MeasureS Oversight Committee received on the 18th. The funds will be used for additional staffing: a second K9, two additional officers who are currently in the Academy, and a detective position. There were additional costs for the second K9 and Chief Griffin was able to obtain a grant to assist in funding the second K9. Chief Griffin explained that calls are up around the board and having additional officers would give better calls for service. Taking the lieutenant position to a sergeant is a much better staffing plan, as patrol officers are needed, not more administrative staff. This recommendation comes with savings. Council Member Smith asked if an officer would be promoted to sergeant and asked if there were already officers ready for sergeant. Chief Griffin answered that one person is qualified for it and having a lieutenant to a sergeant allows for promotion. This would also be available to those outside of the organization as well; however internally are excellent candidates. Chief Griffin explained that he recently went to a Glock Rangers class and there was an issue with the Glock Generation 4 and a Generation 5 was recommended. There is currently a good supply of Glock Generation 5. Included in this is the sale of the old gun; the officer that is assigned the duty weapon would be allowed to purchase it.
Council Member Smith asked what the individual cost for the dealer cost; Chief Griffin said $230 for both the dealer and the officer. Council Member Smith asked if there was surplus of 40 caliber ammunition; Chief Griffin stated that there is. Mayor Pro Tem Wright selling back 25 guns but only buying 15; Chief Griffin stated he has only planned to buy what was needed nothing additional.
Mayor Pro Tem Wright asked if these guns were needing to be replaced; Chief Griffin stated no, it is just better for the officers to have 9mm. City Manager Wier reported that the new lockers came under budget by $3,300. He stated that the additional K9 was $30k, however with the 6 | Page
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funding left over from the Tamaki Foundation as well as a grant, it will only cost the City $15k.
Mayor Pro Tem Wright asked about the amendment not showing the sergeant position; Finance Director Leaver stated that the $14k that is listed under the lieutenant position was the difference between the lieutenant position and the sergeant.
Robert DeRego: said that CCPD is the most expensive department; most of the call log was shoplifting. Spoke about his negative contact with local law enforcement.
Roger Gitlin: spoke in support of CCPD and encouraged the officers to stay safe. Chief Griffin should have all of the tools his officers need.
Mayor Pro Tem Wright asked about the numbers on the attachment in the agenda accurate; City Manager Wier stated that they are accurate. Mayor Pro Tem Wright stated that we are spending the most on streets.
On a motion by Council Member Inscore, seconded by Council Member Smith, and carried on a 4-0 polled vote with Mayor Greenough being absent, the City Council of the City of Crescent City approved and adopted Resolution No. 2022-63, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 BUDGET AND
POSITION CONTROL
14. Bids for Video Inspection of Sewer Lines and Manholes • Recommendation: Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comment
• Further Council discussion
• Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement with National Plant Management Inc. with the City of Crescent City for Proposal Option 1 (full system cleaning and inspection completed in one year)
• Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-64, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 ANNUAL BUDGET
Public Works Director Olson stated that this is in line with the Sanitary Sewer Management Plan which requires the entire sewer system to be inspected. The reason for the request for additional funds is that option 1 was the most desired option and is more expensive than what was budgeted for. This will have the entire system inspected in year one. Council Member Altman asked about how manhole inspections are done; Director Olson explained the inspections and that staff would like the most detailed inspection as it is anticipated that there will be a lot of repairs needed. City Manager Wier explained that the inspections will have to occur block by block. Director Olson explained that a jetter is used to make it as clean as possible, a camera is lowered, plug the manhole so it stops the flow and then operate the camera. This will create a report on the findings of the inspection and stated that the bigger issues found will be addressed first. Council Member Inscore stated that this is going to provide staff with a significant amount of work; doing half in year one may be timely. Director Olson stated he prefers to get the full inspection done in year one so no critical pieces are missed. Council Member Inscore stated that he was considering the finances; Council Member Altman stated that this would be paid over two fiscal years; Director Olson clarified that he has the contract to state it would be in one fiscal year. Council Member Inscore asked if the inspection would be done by June; Director Olson stated that it would and that discussion had occurred with the contractor. Mayor Pro Tem Wright asked about project management for this project; Director Olson stated that would be the next item on the agenda.
Council Member Inscore asked if this would be a staff heavy project; Director Olson stated that it would not. City Manager Wier stated that this is in a structural deficit; a rate study is being discussed.
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There were no comments from the public.
On a an amended motion by Council Member Smith, seconded by Council Member Inscore, and carried on a 4-0 polled vote with Mayor Greenough being absent, the City Council of the City of Crescent City directed the City Manager to bring back an Agreement with National Plant Management Inc. with the City of Crescent City for Proposal Option 1 (full system cleaning and inspection completed in one year) approved and adopted Resolution No. 2022-64, A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 ANNUAL BUDGET
Council Member Inscore asked for clarification that by saying "one year" it is meant "fiscal year".
Director Olson stated it would be in the fiscal year and asked that the motion include that language.
15. Senior Engineer Position Vacancy and Project Manager Assistance • Recommendation: Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comment
• Further Council discussion
• Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-62, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 ANNUAL BUDGET
• Approve and authorize the City Manager to sign Task Order 1 with SHN for Engineering Project Management and Transition Services
City Manager Wier stated that there are many projects currently for Engineering and Planning side. Director Olson stated his recommendation is to hire a consultant to continue the projects the City currently has. He explained what was being sought after for a consultant for our community, another Project Manager. For additional planning services, staff recommends having SHN come up once a month to assist with that service. City Manager Wier clarified that the Project Manager would only work for 3 months; for planning services - this would allow the Senior Planner to assist in the workload - the agreement will get this service for the remainder of a year. City Manager Wier further explained that the resolution does include the Planning budget and will need to be amended to add the additional $35k. Council Member Altman asked if the consultant was through a consultant firm; City Manager Wier stated that the consultant is through SHN out of their Eureka office. Mayor Pro Tem Wright stated that when the Project Manager is not in Crescent City, she will be working remotely? City Manager Wier answered in the affirmative. Council Member Smith stated that having people out of the area try to work here is difficult, especially when the road conditions are poor. He further asked if this was a temporary assignment; City Manager Wier stated that yes, it's temporary to allow for a smooth transition. Council Member Inscore asked for clarification of the $35k for Planning is for what will be spent for SHN to take on the responsibility to do the Planning Commission preparation for Planning Commission meetings and staff reports.
Council Member Inscore stated that them covering the Planning Commission meetings will cost $4k a month and is too expensive to facilitate a meeting. Director Olson stated that its based on time and materials and will be 20 hours a month. City Manager Wier stated that the Council could do this on a trial run instead. Council Member Altman explained his experience as a Project Management Consultant; he was paid a fee, not based on the task. It's important to have someone in this position to do the work that is needed. City Manager Wier stated that if the Planning side was broken in half, it would give four months service. Council Member Inscore asked about the continued resolution for virtual meetings, will there come a point in time that virtual meetings will no longer be an option; City Attorney Rice stated that there is criteria that has to be met to continue to meet virtually. If there is no state of emergency, meeting virtually would 8 | Page
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not be an option for Del Norte County. Council Member Inscore asked if this was staff estimate or an estimate from SHN and if Planning Commission meetings need to occur monthly. City Manager Wier stated that the meetings are determined by agenda items.
There were no comments from the public.
On an amended motion by Council Member Inscore, seconded by Council Member Altman, and carried on a 4-0 polled vote with Mayor Greenough being absent, the City Council of the City of Crescent City approved and adopted Resolution No. 2022-62, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 ANNUAL BUDGET and approved and authorized the City Manager to sign Task Order 1 with SHN for Engineering Project Management and Transition Services as well as Planning Services with an increase to the general fund of $35k.
16. Surplus Equipment
• Recommendation: Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comment
• Further Council discussion
• Declare the attached list of equipment surplus and authorize staff to auction the equipment
Director Olson explained the surplus list and the auction process. Council Member Smith asked if they didn't meet the minimal bid, would it need to come back; City Attorney Rice stated that no, it wouldn't need to come back but we can't sell it less than what is posted.
Robert DeRego: purchased a van at a City auction for a good price.
On a motion by Council Member Smith, seconded by Council Member Inscore, and carried on a 4-0 polled vote with Mayor Greenough being absent, the City Council of the City of Crescent City declared the attached list ot equipment surplus and authorized staff to auction the equipment.
Mayor Pro Tem Wright called a five minute recess at 8:47 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 8:53 p.m.
17. Crescent City Welcome Signs
• Recommendation: Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comment
• Further Council discussion
• Take action as necessary and appropriate
Public Works Maintenance Manager Wylie showed some of the work Parks Worker Jonathan Gaetke has done to rehabilitating pieces by painting them around the City such as the Anchor on Front Street, etc. Economic Development and Recreation Director Taylor had suggested to Manager Wylie that the welcome signs needed to be updated. City Manager Wier stated that the signs can be completed within the next two weeks. Mayor Pro Tem Wright asked what other work would be done if the painting wasn't done; Manager Wylie stated that this painting rehabilitation project takes precedence. Council Member Inscore stated his suggestion would be to contact Rotary since Sunrise Rotary is no longer in service. Further stating that the other welcome sign looks different and would like to see them look the same. Feels that a large white background in our area would end up looking grey, suggested just a border. Mayor Pro Tem Wright agreed with 9 Page
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the white border area. Council Member Altman asked how long the old paint job lasted; Manager Wylie stated they were painted several years ago. Council Member Smith agreed with the color scheme.
Council was in unanimous consensus for staff to continue with the design of the signs to include a blue black background instead of white.
18. Preston Island Night Closure Ordinance
• Recommendation: Hear staff report
Technical questions from the Council
Receive public comment
Further Council discussion
• Waive full reading, read by title only and introduce Ordinance No. 834, AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY
AMENDING THE CRESCENT CITY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER
12.48, PRESTON ISLAND, TO TITLE 12, STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND PUBLIC City Attorney Rice stated that Preston Island offers some challenges for law enforcement since it is divided at an angle between the City and County. This would close Preston Island from 10pm - 5am and would allow better enforcement. She further stated that a gate has been discussed but not decided on yet and signage is the direction recommended to notify everyone of the rules.
Mayor Pro Tem Wright asked if the County would be doing something for their portion of property; City Attorney Rice stated that yes, they would be doing the same. Council Member Inscore asked about parking in City parking lots overnight; Chief Griffin stated that yes, it is allowed. Council Member Altman stated that parking on City streets is allowed for 72 hours at a time and asked about the library parking lot; City Manager Wier stated that the library parking lot was public property. Council Member Smith opposes the ordinance and feels like people should be able have the freedom to go down there around the clock if they want. Would like to know if there have been any tickets written for beach fires. Council Member Altman asked Chief Griffin has had a lot of calls at Preston Island. Chief Griffin stated that for the last two years, CCPD could not answer calls in the County. There have not been any calls to CCPD or DNSO for issues at Preston Island. He stated that for enforcement, it would add consistency between CCPD and DNSO. Sheriff Scott has given CCPD permission to take calls in the County now. Council Member Smith stated that if Preston Island was closed, it would put more vehicles parking on the street. Council Member Altman stated that law enforcement needs to get the phone calls so they know there is an issue and can address it. Mayor Pro Tem Wright wants to make sure law enforcement have the tools they need. Council Member Altman asked what drove this ordinance; City Manager Wier stated that there was a group of concerned citizens who complained about camping, graffiti and other issues that were troubling the residents. Council Member Inscore stated that residents have contacted him with their concerns of camping down there by the unhoused and the impact that has on neighbors. Law enforcement needs the opportunity to address complaints, and the calls need to come in. Feels the ordinance is putting the cart before the horse. Council Member Smith spoke in opposition to gating off the street.
Tamera Leighton: spoke of her experience of closing Howe Drive, Battery Point, and Beachfront Park - it doesn't push people out, it pushes people into neighborhoods. She further spoke about a photo she sent at the sandy area between the jetty and the pier of a lot of people camping.
Chief Griffin explained how to contact law enforcement without dialing 911; law enforcement needs to be contacted to know there is an issue to deal with. Council Member Smith stated using the City's social media is an idea to get the information out there. Council Member Inscore asked if the County enacts an ordinance in the County and we don't, wouldn't it further complicate things.
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she's not positive the County would move forward with an ordinance. Council Member Inscore stated that a City/County 2x2 should have this as a discussion point. Mayor Pro Tem Wright stated that communication between the two agencies needs to improve. Council Member Inscore had the recommendation not to move forward with this ordinance but to direct staff to work with County stait. There was unanimous consensus of the Council to have a City/County 2x2 to discuss it further and not to introduce it this evening.
19. AB 257 Discussion
• Recommendation: Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comment
• Further Council discussion
Consider authorizing the Mayor or Mayor Pro Tem to write a letter urging the Governor to veto AB 257
Mayor Pro Tem Wright stated that the Governor had already signed this into law and did not feel a lengthy discussion was necessary.
Robert DeRego: spoke in support of higher wages for restaurant employees.
The Council was in unanimous consensus to close out the agenda item.
CITY COUNCIL ITEMS
Legislative Matters - None
City Manager Report and City Council Directives - City Manager Wier reported that $3million was allocated for Beachfront Park.
Reports, Concerns, Referrals, Council travel and training reports - Council Member Inscore: stated that we should be prepared for funding for the S curves since we received funding for Beachfront Park, we need to consider the pathway to get there.
Council Member Smith: 30th year of Sea Cruise this week.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Pro Tem Wright adjourned the meeting at 10:00 p.m. to the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Crescent City scheduled for Monday, September 19, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in the Flynn Center, 981 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531.
ATTEST:
( BlAncer
Robin Altman
City Clerk/Administrative Analyst
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