CITY OF CRESCENT CITY
MAYOR RAY ALTMAN MAYOR PRO TEM ISAIAH WRIGHT
COUNCIL MEMBER DARAN DOOLEY COUNCIL MEMBER JASON GREENOUGH
COUNCIL MEMBER CANDACE TINKLER
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 MARCH 3, 2025 6:00 P.M.
OPEN SESSION
Call to order Mayor Altman called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Roll call Council Members present: Council Member Daran Dooley, Council Member Jason Greenough, Council Member Candace Tinkler, Mayor Pro Tem Isaiah Wright, and Mayor Ray Altman
Staff members present: City Manager Eric Wier, City Attorney Martha Rice, City Clerk/Administrative Analyst Robin Altman, IS/GIS Technician Taylor Patch, Finance Director Linda Leaver, Public Works Maintenance Manager Wade Mayes, Finance Office Technician Diane Swarts, Public Works Director Dave Yeager, Public Works Parks Maintenance Worker Jonathan Clewell, Public Works Maintenance Worker Chris Long, Housing Authority Executive Director Megan Miller, Pool Manager Alissa Garcia, Fire Chief Kevin Carey, and Police Chief Richard Griffin
Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Altman
CEREMONIAL ITEMS
• Introduction of New Employees - Wade Mayes and Diane Swarts Public Works Director Yeager introduced Wade Mayes as the new Public Works Maintenance Manager. He has been recently promoted to this position and had proven himself to be well qualified. Mayor Altman expressed his appreciation for the Public Works crew and their quick work getting the major water main break fixed. He stated that community members came to him to state how grateful they were of their hard work. Public Works Director Yeager stated that the crew is one that works so well together. Finance Director Leaver reported to the Council on the approval of the part-time Office Technician position for the Finance Department. Director Leaver explained what Ms. Swarts will be doing in her new role and how well she is doing.
REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS - None
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
There were no comments from the public.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Warrant Claims List
• Recommendation: Receive and file the warrant claims list for the period January 25, 2025 through February 7, 2025 and for the period of February 8, 2025 through February 21, 2025.
2. Council Meeting Minutes
Recommendation: Approve and adopt the February 3, 2024 meeting minutes of the City Council.
3. Payroll Report
Recommendation: Receive and file the biweekly payroll reports for the period ending February 8, 2025 paid February 14, 2025 and for the period ending February 22, 2025, paid February 28, 2025.
4. Pebble Beach Drive Slide Emergency Construction
• Recommendation: Declare by a 4/5 vote that there is a need to continue the emergency action for the continuous slide activity along Pebble Beach Drive between 7th and 8th Streets per Public Contract code § 22050
There were no comments from the public.
On a motion by Council Member Greenough, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Wright, and carried unanimously on a 5-0 polled vote, the City Council of the City of Crescent City adopted the consent calendar consisting of items 1-4 as presented.
PUBLIC HEARING - None
CONTINUING BUSINESS - None
NEW BUSINESS
5. Fiscal Year 2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Update
• Recommendation: Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comment
• Further Council discussion
• Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2025-05, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY
Finance Director Leaver reported to the Council the Mid-Year Budget. From the Audit Report given to the Council in January, there were new fund numbers that were reported. These will provide new ending numbers for July 2025. She gave an overview of each Fund explaining any differences that have been reported by the Departments for this mid-year review. She explained that the reserve increase is largely due to one tie revenues and savings due to vacancies.
Increasing costs are expected, however as dispatch costs have increased, there is the compensation study, additional capital improvement needs, and cash flow loan costs. Director Leaver gave detail of what is the recommendation of staff and the next steps for the budget.
Council Member Tinkler asked about the $66k being allocated for two vehicles and a trailer seems to be too low; Director Leaver said that since these came in under budget and some already purchased resulted in a lower estimate.
There were no comments from the public.
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On a motion by Council Member Greenough, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Wright, and carried unanimously on a 5-0 polled vote, the City Council of the City of Crescent City approved and adopted Resolution No. 2025-05, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
CRESCENT CITY
6. Budget Adjustment for Pool Projects and Direction from Council for Pursuing Roof Replacement
• Recommendation: Hear staff report
• Technical questions from the Council
• Receive public comment
• Further Council discussion
• Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2025-06, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY
• Direct staff to publish a request for bids to replace the roof of the Fred Endert Municipal Pool building
Director Yeager gave a report on the current pool projects and the need for additional funds. The HVAC project went over budget a little over $4k. The request is not for funding that was not already budgeted, it is to move money from the General Fund for contingency to this project which had already been approved. Mayor Altman asked for clarification on the amount in the resolution and the funding needed; City Manager Wier answered that some funds are needing to be moved to the capital fund to cover the expenses.
There were no comments from the public.
On a motion by Council Member Greenough, seconded by Council Member Tinkler, and carried unanimously on a 5-0 polled vote, the City Council of the City of Crescent City approved and adopted Resolution No. 2025-06, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY.
Director Yeager advised the Council that due to birds poking holes in the roof of the pool, it will now need to be replaced as water is beginning to seep through onto the new flooring after heavy rain. The proposed roof is a standing seam metal roof and would cost approximately $260k. Staff is requesting Council direction to put the job out to bid. Council Member Greenough asked if there are any structural integrity concerns; Director Yeager answered in the negative, there is no rot and the roof system over the pool does not have moisture confined within. Council Member Tinkler asked if the pool would remain closed or be reopened and then closed again; Director Yeager stated since the project still has to go out to bid, the pool will be open in the interim. Council Member Tinkler asked what the lifespan of the roof would be; Director Yeager stated it is expected that it will last 70 years. Council Member Dooley asked if there is anyway to prevent the birds for causing damage again; Director Yeager stated that with the metal roof, this will no longer be a concern. Council Member Greenough asked if the material for the roof is readily available and when will the roof be replaced; Director Yeager stated that yes, the materials are available and it is anticipated to replace the roof in May. Mayor Altman asked if the tiles of the ceiling have all been replaced, or only those that had fallen; Director Yeager stated that only two pieces of trim that had been replaced. All of the trim has been nailed in place.
There were no comments from the public.
There was unanimous consensus from the Council to direct staff to publish a request for bids to replace the roof of the Fred Endert Municipal Pool building. 3 | Page
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7. Fireworks Ordinance Update
• 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. 852, AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING CHAPTER 8.22, FIREWORKS, OF TITLE 8, HEALTH AND SAFETY, OF
THE CRESCENT CITY MUNICIPAL CODE
City Attorney Rice reported to the Council that the current ordinance on the books will be amended to make sure it followed State law. It follows the State Fire Marshal's model ordinance, however, there is a change in the cost share for citations.. The cost share aspect is that 65% of any fines collected have to be sent to the State Fire Marshal as they seize the illegal fireworks and dispose of them. City Manager Wier stated that these discussions are continuing and it's important for the community to know that we will have a safer 4th of July this year. Mayor Altman stated it is important to have community engagement and signage so those who are visiting our area know it is not allowed. Council Member Dooley asked if we are required to amend our code; City Attorney Rice stated that we are required to send 65% of citations to the State Fire Marshal regardless. Council Member Dooley asked for clarification that the ordinance already addressed illegal fireworks; City Attorney Rice stated that yes, the ordinance already prohibits illegal fireworks. Council Member Dooley asked what exactly was being changed; City Attorney Rice stated that the cost share portion has been clarified instead of referencing a regulation to be adopted, it now matches State requirements. Mayor Altman asked if the Harbor's ordinance mirrors the County's; City Attorney Rice stated it is her understanding that the only difference is that the County has prohibited "safe and sane" fireworks at its campgrounds, which does not apply to the City. Council Member Tinkler asked if money left over from the 65% go directly to CCPD to help with enforcement, etc.; City Attorney Rice stated it would be General Fund, however, if the Council directs staff to have the money go to a specific fund, they can do so. City Manager Wier stated that the 65% covers the seizure and disposal of the fireworks by the Fire Marshall.
There were no comments from the public.
On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Wright, seconded by Council Member Tinkler, and carried unanimously on a 5-0 polled vote, the City Council of the City of Crescent City waived full reading, read by title only and introduced Ordinance No. 852, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY AMENDING CHAPTER 8.22, FIREWORKS, OF TITLE 8, HEALTH AND SAFETY, OF THE CRESCENT CITY MUNICIPAL CODE.
CITY COUNCIL ITEMS
• Reports, Concerns, Referrals, Council travel and training reports - Council Member Tinkler: has attended a lot of introductory, informational meetings; Oversight Board to the Successor RDA meeting, Chamber meetings as well as the Annual Awards Dinner, attended Border Coast Regional Airport Authority, toured the Harbor, met with Tamera Leighton about Del Norte Local Transportation Commission, attended Congressman Huffman's teleconference, and sent a Valentine to a 4'h grade class along with Mayor Altman. • Legislative Matters - None
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• City Manager Report and City Council Directives - City Manager Wier reported on the There was a water main break on Elk Valley that affected the entire Bertsch Oceanview CSD. Crews went above and beyond getting the leak quickly repaired and were out until midnight as well as lab staff to get the water samples.
Measure S Oversight Committee adopted their audit and it will be presented to the Council. The Measure S Oversight Committee Budget Workshop will be March 24th. • A Pool report will be presented to the Council at an upcoming meeting. The grand reopening and ribbon cutting for the Pool will be on March 22nd The Kamome Festival is upcoming, Friday April 11t for Emergency Preparation and Saturday the 12t will have a daytime event as well as a culinary experience in the evening.
• The Forest Moon Festival will occur at the end of May. • The City has a lot of vacancies and our HR Consultant is working on recruitment.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Altman adjourned the meeting at 7:26 p.m. to the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Crescent City on Tuesday, March 17, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Chambers of the Flynn Center, 981 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531.
ATTEST:
Robin Altman, City Clerk/Administrative Analyst
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