CITY OF CRESCENT CITY
Mayor Isaiah Wrigh
ouncil Member Raymond Altma Mayouncil Member in renough
MINUTES
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FLYNN CENTER BOARD CHAMBERS
981 H STREET
CRESCENT CITY, CA 95531
MONDAY DECEMBER 19, 2022 6:00 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION
Call to order Mayor Wright called the closed session to order at 5:00 p.m.
Roll call Council Members present: Council Member Ray Altman, Council Member Jason Greenough, Mayor Pro Tem Blake Inscore, and Mayor Isaiah Wright Staff members present: City Manager Eric Wier, City Attorney Martha Rice (via phone), and City Clerk/Administrative Analyst Robin Altman
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
• Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(1)): Bertsch-Ocean View Community Services District v. City of Crescent City (Del Norte Superior Court Case No. CVUJ-2020-1287), City of Crescent City v. Lounge Chair Investments, et al (Del Norte Superior Case No. CVUJ-2022- 1131)
• Conference with Legal Counsel - Potential Litigation (Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(4)):
2 cases
• Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation (Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(2)): Claims of Mark Steinkamp (2)
• Conference with Labor Negotiator (Gov. Code § 54957.6): Agency Representative - Eric Wier; Employee Organizations - Crescent City Police Officers' Association, Clerical Employees of Crescent City
There were no comments from the public.
The closed session adjourned at 5:54 p.m.
OPEN SESSION
Call to order Mayor Wright called the open session to order at 5:59 p.m.
Roll call Council Members present: Council Member Ray Altman, Council Member Jason Greenough, Mayor Pro Tem Blake Inscore, and Mayor Isaiah Wright
Staff members present: City Manager Eric Wier, City Attorney Martha Rice (via phone), City Clerk/Administrative Analyst Robin Altman, Economic Development and Recreation Director Ashley 1 | Page
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Taylor, Housing Authority Executive Director Megan Miller, Finance Director Linda Leaver, Police Officer Connor Sperling, Police Sergeant Alex Pearson, Police Sergeant Anthony Lopez, Police Officer Magnolia Valero, Police Officer Tyler Balch, Police Sergeant Ed Wilson, Police Sergeant Jennifer Owen, Records Specialist Liz Hutchens, Police Officer Wade Owen, Police Officer Ethan Miller, Police Officer Daniel Sanders and Police Chief Richard Griffin Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Wright
REPORT OUT ON CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Rice reported that the following action was taken on closed session items.
On a motion by Council Member Greenough, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Inscore, and carried the City Council of the City of Crescent City denied the two claims submitted by Mark Steinkamp
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
The following residents addressed the Council:
Roger Gitlin: spoke about the dangers of walking on the jetty and feels the language on the sign needs to be stronger wording.
Reports, Concerns, Referrals, Council travel and training reports - Council Member Altman: nothing to report
Council Member Greenough: nothing to report
Mayor Pro Tem Inscore: asked for the item presented at public comment be brought back for discussion at the end of the meeting. The Council was in consensus.
Mayor Wright: nothing to report
CEREMONIAL ITEMS
1. Sex Trafficking Awareness Month Proclamation
Mayor Wright read the proclamation and presented it to Susan Daugherty of Soroptimist International of Crescent City. She spoke about the dangers of trafficking and how the Soroptimists bring awareness to it. There will be a luncheon hosted by Elk Valley Rancheria located at the Sam Lopez Community Center on January 12, 2023 from 8:30 am - 3:00 p.m.
2. Oath of Office for new police officer - Connor Sperling Chief Griffin spoke about the Department and the changes that have been made to make it a stronger agency. He introduced Officer Sperling to the Council and gave them his background and that he recently graduated the Police Academy this past Friday. He received top Cadet for defensive tactics. City Clerk Altman administered the Oath of Office to Police Officer Sperling; Officer Sperling's wife pinned the badge upon his uniform. Officer Sperling addressed the Council and spoke of his thankfulness to work for the City.
3. Oath of Office for Sergeant Alex Pearson
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Chief Griffin spoke about how Sgt. Pearson has grown into his role and the history they have together. Sgt. Pearson started with the City as a lifeguard and then started as a Reserve Police Officer with the Department. He then became a Police Officer for CCPD and then a Deputy for Del Norte Sheriffs Office. Chief Griffin spoke about his confidence in Sgt. Pearson and his ability to help lead the Department.
City Clerk Altman administered the Oath of Office to Police Sergeant Pearson, his wife pinned the badge upon his uniform.
REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS
4. Report from Sheriff Scott on Del Norte Sheriff's Office Operations Sheriff Scott addressed the Council and gave a report on the current operations of Del Norte Sheriff Office. He spoke about staffing challenges and patrol within the community. He about the changes he will be implementing in the jail such as medical professionals that will be available for any medical and mental health matters. This program has been fully funded by the State.
Dispatch only has four dispatchers that fill a 24-hour shift, this is something he will be addressing soon to have six dispatchers on staff. The Sheriff's Office will be taking over Animal Control to include current employees, there is a law enforcement component with Animal Control and a natural direction. Chief Griffin spoke about the level of communication between CCPD and DNSO now that Sheriff Scott has taken over the helm. He has done tremendous work already within the Sheriff's Office and it will just be a matter of time before the good changes will happen for the DNSO.
CONSENT CALENDAR
5. Council Meeting Minutes
• Recommendation: Approve the November 21, 2022 meeting minutes of the City Council.
6. Warrant Claims List
• Recommendation: Receive and file the warrant claims list for the period November 26, 2022 through December 9, 2022.
7. Payroll Report
Recommendation: Receive and file the biweekly payroll report for the period ending December 3, 2022, paid December 9, 2022
8. 2023 Regular City Council Meeting Calendar
• Recommendation: Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-82, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY ADOPTING THE 2023
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CALENDAR
9. Acceptance of Grant from the State Coastal Conservancy for the Tolowa Coastal Stories Project
• Recommendation: Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-83, A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY APPROVING THE GRANT OF FUNDS FROM THE STATE COASTAL CONSERVANCY FOR THE Tolowa Coastal Stories Project
• Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-84, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY
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10. Approve Amendment #3 to Contract with Hambro/WSG for the Hauling and Disposal of WWTP Sludge to Extend the Service for One Year and Increase Compensation • Recommendation: Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Third Amendment to the Municipal Sludge Hauling Agreement Between the City of Crescent City and HambroWSG
11. Budget Amendments to CDBG 2020 and Coronavirus Response (CDBG CV) Food Pantry Subrecipient Agreements
• Recommendation: Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Subrecipient Agreement between the City of Crescent City and Family Resource Center of the Redwoods for Pacific Pantry Services • Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 3 to the Subrecipient Agreement between the City of Crescent City and Family Resource Center of the Redwoods for Mobile Pantry Services
12. Wonder Bus MOU; Annual Financial Contribution to Maintenance Fund • Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to sign a revised Memorandum of Understanding between the Del Norte Child Care Council, First 5 Del Norte, the Del Norte County Office of Education, the City of Crescent City, the Del Norte County Library, Del Norte Child Support Services, and SeaQuake Brewing to support the Wonder Bus Early Literacy and Family Engagement Programs as a Collaborative Partnership
13. Amendment #1 to CCOA MOU Side Letter Agreement Pertaining to Police Academy Sponsorship Program
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Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-85, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1
TO THE SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT TO THE MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AND THE CRESCENT CITY POLICE OFFICERS' ASSOCIATION EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2021 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2023
14. Amador Tank Phase 3 Rehabilitation: Letter of Support for Elk Valley Rancheria Grant Application
• Recommendation: Ratify the City Manager's signature on the Letter of Support for Amador Tank Phase 3 Bureau of Reclamation Grant Application by Elk Valley Rancheria
There were no comments from the public.
On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Inscore, seconded by Council Member Greenough, and carried on a 4-0 polled vote, the City Council of the City of Crescent City adopted the consent calendar consisting of items 5-14 as presented
PUBLIC HEARING
15. Government Claims Procedure Update
Recommendation: Open public hearing
• Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comment
• Further Council discussion
• Close public hearing
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• Waive full reading, read by title only and adopt Ordinance No. 834, AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING CHAPTER
1.20, CLAIMS, OF TITLE 1, GENERAL PROVISIONS, OF THE CRESCENT CITY
MUNICIPAL CODE TO DELEGATE AUTHORITY TO THE CITY MANAGER Mayor Wright opened the public hearing at 6:36 p.m.
City Attorney Rice addressed the Council regarding an ordinance that has come before the There were no comments from the public.
Mayor Wright closed the public hearing at 6:39 p.m.
On a motion by Council Member Greenough, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Inscore, and carried on a 4- polled vote, the City Council of the City of Crescent City waived full reading, read by title only and adopted Ordinance No. 834, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING CHAPTER 1.20, CLAIMS OF TITLE 1, GENERAL
PROVISIONS, OF THE CRESCENT CITY MUNICIPAL CODE TO DELEGATE AUTHORITY TO
THE CITY MANAGER
ADJOURN TO THE CRESCENT CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY
(Minutes will be in the agenda for the next Housing Authority meeting)
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Mayor Wright reconvened the City Council meeting at 6:57 p.m.
CONTINUING BUSINESS
19. Fred Endert Municipal Pool Building Improvements
• Recommendation: Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comment
• Further Council discussion
• Approve and authorize the City Manager to sign the Cancellation Agreement and Mutual Release for the Fred Endert Municipal Pool Building Improvements Contract with Johnson Controls, Inc.
• Direct staff to bring back a consultant agreement to prepare design documents and specifications for the Fred Endert Municipal Pool Building Improvements City Manager Wier reported to the Council staff is requesting approval of releasing the City from the agreement with Johnson Controls. He gave a background on the project initiation and the understanding between the two parties. Johnson Controls refused to do two projects instead of one as previously agreed upon. The City Council asked for Johnson Controls to come back to the Council with a project that was within our budget; they returned within budget. Johnson Controls then reached out to City staff requesting the agreement be cancelled. The City has not spent any amount to Johnson Controls. Council Member Greenough spoke about his disappointment with the project being halted by Johnson Controls. Mayor Pro Tem Inscore expressed his disappointment as well as he wanted the upgrades to the pool and the water meter project to come to fruition. Council Member Altman spoke of his support to see the work on the 5 | Page
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pool to be done as soon as it can happen. Council Member Greenough asked once there is a project, how soon will it go to bid; City Manager Wier stated it should be within 4-6 months on the design aspect.
There were no comments from the public.
On a motion by Council Member Greenough, seconded by Council Member Altman, and carried City Manager to sign the Cancellation Agreement and Mutual Release for the Fred Enden Municipal Pool Building Improvements Contract with Johnson Controls, Inc. and directed staff to bring back a consultant agreement to prepare design documents and specifications for the Fred Endert Municipal Pool Building Improvements.
NEW BUSINESS
20. LuLish Marketing Services Update & Task Order Approval • Recommendation: Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comment
• Further Council discussion
• Approve and authorize the City Manager to sign LuLish Task Order No. 3 • Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-86, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY
Director Taylor gave a presentation along with Lynette Braillard of LuLish regarding the marketing plan for the City. Ms. Braillard showed the Council the ads that LuLish had created and were used hand in hand with Visit Del Norte County. She also stated that there is placement for Lighthouse Cove RV Park in the Visitors Bureau map, guides were placed throughout Crescent City, Brookings and Gold Beach promoting the area - specifically the RV Park and Visitor's Center.
LuLish will be doing a new website for the pool and has already had a photo shoot at the RV Park, Beachfront Park and at the pool. Last March at the Trade Show LuLish had a City branded booth with the new City logo, showcased City attractions and 800 Crescent City brochures were distributed. A new website for the RV Park will be launched in January. Council Member Greenough asked if there have been any advertisements to market Crescent City in the Medford airport; Ms. Braillard stated that has not been done yet, but is a great idea to take action on.
Director Taylor said she will be working with LuLish to make the best use of the marketing budget.
Mayor Pro Tem Inscore spoke about the quality of the promotional materials being done to market the area by the Visitors Bureau. He asked for Ms. Braillard's suggestions on reallocated the funds that would have been used on the Bay Area Travel Show that has been cancelled; she answered that those discussions have occurred and it has been suggested to have one in Denver. Council Member Greenough asked if the Visitors Bureau will be doing anything for the upcoming anniversary of the filming of Return of the Jedi; Mayor Pro Tem Inscore stated Cassandra Hesseltine of Del Norte/Humboldt County Film Commission has been included in discussions to have a festival.
Cindy Vosburg, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce: spoke about how the Chamber of Commerce has been marketing Crescent City in the Medford area.
On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Inscore, seconded by Greenough, and carried on a 4-0 polled vote, the City Council of the City of Crescent City approved and authorized the City Manager to sign LuLIsh Task Order No. 3, approved and adopted Resolution No. 2022-86, A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY
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21. Reclassification of Recreation Lead Position to Economic Development and Recreation Assistant
Recommendation: Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comment
• Further Council discussion
• Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-87, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE POSITION CONTROL SCHEDULE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-23
Director Taylor stated that in 2021, the Council approved an Economic Development Strategic Action Plan (EDSAP). In order to support the goal to fulfill the EDSAP, she will need a staff member to assist her in that.
There were no comments from the public
On a motion by Council Member Greenough, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Inscore, and carried on a 4-0 polled vote, the City Council of the City of Crescent City approved and adopted Resolution No. 2022-87, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE POSITION CONTROL SCHEDULE FOR FISCAL YEAR
22. Allocate Funds for Sister City Kiosk and to Update Tsunami Walking Tour Kiosks • Recommendation: Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comment
• Further Council discussion
• Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2022-88, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY
City Manager Wier reported to the Council that this is about marketing and the visitor's experience regarding the history of our area. He went over the kinds of tourism, one being "Heritage Tromber Greenough alied have the beta sporter to expand this tina wa point or ere, City Manager Wier stated that yes it could be expanded. Mayor Pro Tem Inscore spoke in support of expanding this to other areas; further stating that a decision needs to be made for what will become of the memorial fountain that was damaged.
Roger Gitlin: asked for clarification on the number of placards and for the total budget number for the project. City Manager Wier went over what the $42k would cover to include an interactive Cindy Vosburg, Executive Director for the Chamber of Commerce: stated that visitors often ask to have the walking tour map.
Council Member Altman asked for a time frame for this walking tour kiosks; City Manager Wier stated that the project schedule will be done by April 1, 2023.
On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Inscore, seconded by Council Member Altman, and carried on a 4-0 polled vote, the City Council of the City of Crescent City approved and adopted Resolution No. 2022-88, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY 7| Page
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Mayor Pro Tem Inscore suggested City Manager Wier to discuss this with the Harbor as well.
CITY COUNCIL ITEMS
Legislative Matters - None
> City Manager Report and City Council Directives - City Manager Wier stated that the discussion of the dangers of the jetty will be on a future agenda to include discussions with the Army Corps of Engineers since they own the property. • Chief Griffin reported to the Council that Officer Valero has proposed "Christmas with a Cop" which will sponsor five children. Begins at 10 am tomorrow at the bowling alley with two hours of bowling along with food being provided by the owners of the bowling alley. The children will each get a $200 shopping spree with one of our police officers.
City Manager Wier stated that Fire Captain interviews continue tomorrow with the second round; interviewed a Public Works Director
The vacant Council seat is still available and applications can be found on the City's website
Measure S Oversight Committee meeting is scheduled Wednesday to go over the budget and some projects.
Mayor Wright asked when K9 Sgt. Kostya will come back before the Council; Chief Griffin stated that Officer Sanders will be doing some humanitarian work in the Ukraine and will not be back until mid-January, but when he returns, he can come before the Council.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Wright adjourned the meeting al o.24 p.m. to the special joint meeting of the City Council of the City of Crescent City and Redwood Coast Transit Authority scheduled for Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. in the Flynn Center, 981 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531.
ATTEST:
Robin Altman
City Clerk/Administrative Analyst
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