CITY OF CRESCENT CITY
Mayor Blake Inscore Mayor Pro Tem Ray Altman
Council Member Jason Greenough Council Member Kelly Schellong Council Member Isaiah Wright
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY
FLYNN CENTER BOARD CHAMBERS
981 H STREET
CRESCENT CITY, CA 95531
MONDAY NOVEMBER 20, 2023 6:00 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION
Call to order Mayor Inscore called closed session to order at 5:00 p.m.
Roll call Council Members present: Council Member Jason Greenough, Council Member Kelly Schellong, Council Member Isaiah Wright, Mayor Pro Tem Ray Altman, and Mayor Blake Inscore
Staff members present: City Manager Eric Wier, City Clerk/Administrative Analyst Robin Altman, and City Attorney Martha Rice
CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
There were no comments from the public on closed session items.
CLOSED SESSION
Conference with Real Property Negotiator: Eric Wier (Gov. Code S 54956.8) APN 118-360-007-000
Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation
Linda Sutter v. Tri-Agency, et al. (Del Norte Superior Court Case No. CVPT-2023-1261) Rebecca Bohannon v. City of Crescent City (Del Norte Superior Court Case No. CVCV- 2023-1284)
• Kellin Kumler v. City of Crescent City (Del Norte Superior Case No. DNSC 2023-2249) Closed session adjourned at 5:50 p.m.
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Rice reported no actions were taken on closed session items.
OPEN SESSION
Call to order Mayor Inscore called the open session to order at 6:11 p.m.
Roll call Council Members present: Council Member Jason Greenough, Council Member Kelly Schellong, Council Member Isaiah Wright, Mayor Pro Tem Ray Altman, and Mayor Blake Inscore
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Staff members present: City Manager Eric Wier, City Attorney Martha Rice, City Clerk/Administrative Analyst Robin Altman, Public Works Director Dave Yeager, Finance Director Linda Leaver, Public Works Seasonal Maintenance Worker Sean O'Neil,
Economic Development and Recreation Director Ashley Taylor, Fire Chief Kevin Carey and Police Sergeant Ed Wilson
Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Inscore
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
The following residents addressed the Council:
Tonya Pearcey: read aloud a resolution that the Del Norte County Republicans adopted in support of Israel.
Dorothy Riley: stated that the false narrative against her is accusing her of sexual harassment.
She also stated that she is being targeted by nanotechnology. She further stated she is being sexually harassed by local men.
Reports, Concerns, Referrals, Council travel and training reports - Council Member Wright: nothing to report
Council Member Greenough: nothing to report
Council Member Schellong: attended the Audit Committee and appreciated Mayor Inscore and City Manager Wier's attendance for the Veteran's Day events. Would like to discuss graffiti further and wanted to address the prevalence of it within the City.
Mayor Pro Tem Altman: nothing to report
Mayor Inscore: attended the Veterans Day events such as the parade and luncheon. Attended the DNLTCo and received an update on Dr. Fine Bridge.
CEREMONIAL ITEMS
1. Police Chief Commendation for CHP Sgt. Rick Borges and Sgt. Brandy Gonzalez Due to Chief Griffin being out of town, this item has been postponed to December 4, 2023.
2. Introduction of New City Employee Sean O'Neil
Public Works Director Yeager introduced Public Works Seasonal Maintenance Worker O'Neil to the Council. Director Yeager stated that Mr. O'Neil was hired to help with the Water Works project He hails from Vacaville and is familiar with paving and piping, he has also done some meter switches.
Mayor Inscore stated that it was important for the City to recognize the service to the City by George Mayer who recently passed away. Mr. Wier stated that Mr. Mayer was very influential in the community and will be greatly missed. Firefighter Dave Bowdish, said that George and CeCe Mayer were like grandparents to him since he was six years old. Sad this is a great loss for Crescent City and offers condolences to residents. City Manager Wier stated that Mr. Bowdish is following in Mr. Mayer's footsteps and has been recently named "Rookie Flrefighter of the Year".
Council Member Schellong told a heartwarming story of her time on the Council and now her time at the VFW recently. She said one of the biggest things Mr. Mayer did for the community is that he built our Point of Honor Monument. Mayor Inscore stated he had the privilege to spend time with Mr. Mayer and the quality of work he always did as a contractor. He also shared a story about 2 | Page
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Mr. Mayer and his strong work ethic. Mayor Inscore called a moment of silence to honor Mr.
Mayer's memory.
CONSENT CALENDAR
3. Council Meeting Minutes
• Recommendation: Approve the October 30, 2023 meeting minutes and the November 6, 2023 meeting minutes for the City Council.
4. Warrant Claims List
Recommendation: Receive and file the warrant claims list for the period October 21, 2023 through November 3, 2023.
5. Payroll Report
• Recommendation: Receive and file the biweekly payroll report for the period ending November 4, 2023, paid November 9, 2023.
6. FY 2023-24 Roll-Over Project Budget Updates
• Recommendation: Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2023-79, A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY
7. Storm Drain Master Plan Professional Services Agreement • Recommendation: Approve and authorize the City Manager to sign a Professional Services Agreement with GHD Inc. to implement the Storm Drain Master Plan Project • Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2023-80, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 BUDGET
• Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2023-81, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AUTHORIZING THE CREATION OF A NEW SPECIAL REVENUE FUND FOR THE 2022 CDBG AWARD AND
ASSOCIATED PROJECTS
8. Additional Reimbursable Funding for the Purchase of Materials for CSA Lift Station Maintenance
• Recommendation: Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2023-82, A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY
9. Amendment to Contract with Hambro/WSG for the Hauling and Disposal of WWTP Sludge to Extend the Service Through the End of the 23/24 Fiscal Year • Recommendation: Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Fourth Amendment to the Municipal Sludge Hauling Agreement Between the City of Crescent City and Hambro/WSG
10. Loan of LMIHAF Dollars for Affordable Housing Project • Approve and authorize the City Manger to sign an agreement in substantially the same form as the Low-and Moderate - Income Housing Fund Loan Agreement Between the City of Crescent City and GS Valhalla, LP for $300,000 attached hereto and all other documents called for in the agreement or necessary to complete the transaction • Approve and authorize the City Manager to sign an agreement in substantially the same form as the Subordination and Intercreditor Agreement with Citibank, N.A. attached hereto
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Council Member Schellong asked for item 4, the Warrant Claims, on the consent calendar to be pulled, she has a conflict with her current employer and will be recusing herself from this item.
The Council was in consensus.
There were no comments from the public on items 3, 5-10 the consent calendar as presented On a motion by Council Member Wright, seconded by Council Member Schellong, and carried unanimously on a 5-0 polled vote, the City Council of the City of Crescent City adopted items 3, 5-10, as presented.
There were no comments from the public on item 4 of the consent calendar.
On a motion by Council Member Greenough, seconded by Council Member Wright, and carried on a 4-0-1 polled vote with Council Member Schellong being recused, the City Council of the City of Crescent City received and filed the warrant claims list for the period October 21, 2023 through November 3, 2023.
REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS - None
PUBLIC HEARING - None
CONTINUING BUSINESS - None
NEW BUSINESS
11. Nomination for Crescent City to be on the 2024-2026 GSRMA Board of Directors • Recommendation: Hear staff report
Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comment
Further Council discussion
• Consider and possibly take action on submitting a nomination for the City of Crescent City to have a seat on the GSRMA Board
City Manager Wier explained that GSRMA asks their member cities if they would like to serve on the GSRMA Board of Directors. This term will be for the next two years and comes before the Council every two years. This item is for the Council to decide if they would like to be in consideration for selection for a seat on the GSRMA Board of Directors. Mayor Inscore asked Council Member Wright if there is value to Crescent City to be on this Board. Council Member Wright stated initially we wanted to be on the Board because we'd were going to shop around for coverage; he enjoyed his time on the Board and suggested the City stay in the running. He further* stated that he would also consider remaining on the Board. Council Member Greenough stated that valuable information has been brought back from Council Member Wright's attendance to the There were no comments from the public.
The Council was in unanimous consensus to submit a nomination for the City of Crescent City to have a seat on the GRMA Board.
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CITY COUNCIL ITEMS
› Legislative Matters - None
> City Manager Report and City Council Directives - City Manager Wier reported on the following items:
Public Works Director Yeager showed updated pictures of all of the work done to Front Street what is yet to come in finalizing the project. • Economic Development and Recreation Director Taylor gave an update on Swim Camp and the activities the youth were able to participate in, including pool safety.
She further stated that Pool staff did a remarkable job leading the Camp. • City Manager Wier reported to the Council that HCD approved the Housing Element.
And now we are on track to meet our housing numbers.
• Green Diamond and Hemmingsen Construction will be delivering the City's Christmas tree tomorrow.
• Christmas Light Parade is December 1st " hoping for at least one float and one for the pool, it begins at 6pm.
• Measure S Oversight Committee was a success and 100% of the plans for the pool were received today and will before the Council.
• There is a vacancy on the MeasureS Oversight Committee and encouraged City residents to apply.
• City Manager Wier stated that with Council direction, he will work with Chief Griffin in regards to the vandalism around the community. He further stated that Chief Griffin has always said that he encourages residents to "if you see something, say something". Council Member Schellong asked if there were fines associated; City Attorney Rice said if there is a lot of damage, restitution can be sought after. • We have 60% plans have been received for Beachfront Park and it will be presented as either a Workshop or a Special Council meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Inscore adjourned the meeting at 6:57 p.m. to the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Crescent City on Monday, December 4, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the Flynn Center, 981H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531.
ATTEST:
Paltman
Robin Altman
City Clerk/Administrative Analyst
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