MINUTES OF
EUREKA CITY COUNCIL
May 3, 2022
The City Council of the City of Eureka met in REGULAR Session on the above date, 6:00 P.M. Open Session, at the Eureka City Hall, Council Chambers, 531 “K” Street, Eureka.
REGULAR SESSION – 6:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Susan Seaman
Leslie Castellano
Natalie Arroyo
Kim Bergel
Scott Bauer
Kati Moulton
ABSENT: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
A) MAYOR’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
A.1 30th Annual Letter Carriers Food Drive - Councilmember Bauer presented a proclamation for the 30th Annual Letter Carriers Food Drive
A.2 Peace Officer Memorial Week Proclamation - Councilmember Bergel presented the proclamation for Peace Officers Memorial Week City Council
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A.3 Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month - Councilmember Arroyo presented a proclamation for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
B) PRESENTATIONS
Mark Wheatley Ms Warren and Principal Kristin Somilo? Multi Cultural Fair. Friday 5 to 7 Mayor Seaman attended every student suceeds breakfast, pathway to payday and dental continuance. Take your child to work day. Statement read regarding last council meeting's statement.
C) BOARD/COMMISSION REPORTS
D) PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD:
James Graham
Heidi Chandler
Unidentified Speaker
Cornelius Lowenstein
Charles Wilson
Genevieve Wilson
Harry Wilcox
Steve Parr
Cindy Olsen
Latanya Jacob
E) PUBLIC HEARINGS
F) CONSENT CALENDAR - Natalie Arroyo moved, seconded by Scott Bauer, to approve the CONSENT CALENDAR minus Item F.2, motion Carried Ayes: Leslie Castellano, Natalie Arroyo, Kim Bergel, Scott Bauer, Kati Moulton Noes: None
Absent: None
F.1 Council Meeting Minutes - Approve the minutes of the regular Council meeting minutes of April 19, 2022 as submitted.
F.2 New Classification: Managing Mental Health Clinician – Human Resources Director Will Folger, Project Coordinator Jeff Davis and Sergeant Leonard LaFrance provided a report. The following individual addressed the Council regarding this subject matter:
Latanya Jacob
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Kim Bergel moved, seconded by Natalie Arroyo, Adopt Resolution No. 2022-23 of the City Council approving creation of new classification Managing Mental Health Clinician and allocate one (1) FTE Managing Mental Health Clinician to the office of the City Manager, motion Carried
Ayes: Leslie Castellano, Natalie Arroyo, Kim Bergel, Scott Bauer, Kati Moulton Noes: None
Absent: None
F.3 Water Improvements 2021 Project Acceptance - Accept the Water Improvement 2021 project, Bid No 2021-10; and authorize the filing of a “Notice of Completion” at the Office of the County Recorder F.4 Water Improvements 2022 Project Award - Declare Wahlund Construction, Inc, the preferred bidder on Water Improvements 2022 Project; and award Bid No. 2022-11 to Wahlund Construction, Inc for the amount of $1,223,075; and approve $1,500,000 for construction, which includes 18% for contingency and construction management.
F.5 Teleconference Public Meetings Pursuant to Assembly Bill 361 Adopt Resolution No. 2022-24 of the City Council Authorizing the City to continue with Teleconference Public Meetings Pursuant to Assembly Bill 361
F.6 Encampment Resolution Funding Program (ERFP) - Adopt Resolution No. 2022-25of the City Council approving an application for Funding and the Execution of a Grant Agreement and any Amendments thereto from Encampment Resolution Funding Program Application.
F.7 Humboldt County Drug Task Force (HCDTF) MOU - Authorize the Chief of Police to sign a MOU on behalf of the City of Eureka to enter into agreement with the Humboldt County Drug Task Force including Humboldt County District Attorney’s Office, Arcata and Fortuna Police Departments and California Highway Patrol
F.8 Humboldt Bay Harbor, Recreation & Conservation District Application - Authorize the Mayor to sign a Letter of Support to U.S. Secretary of Transportation Director supporting the Grant Application by Humboldt Bay Harbor, Recreation & Conservation District for funding for the Redwood Multipurpose Marine Terminal Redevelopment Project.
G) LEGISLATIVE ACTION CORRESPONDENCE
H) ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS
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I) REPORTS/ACTION ITEMS
I.1 Zero Waste Action Plan Update- Construction and Demolition Waste – Project Manager Robin Prazsker and Coordinator Sierra Dillion provided a report. The following individuals addressed the Council regarding this subject matter:
Latanya Jacob
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J) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Bergel requested that a letter to Eureka School Board regarding developer fees and its effect on housing be place on the next agenda.
Councilmember Castellano request that a presentation on the Cal Poly Humboldt TRIO Program be placed on a future agenda.
Mayor Seaman requested a presentation from the North Coast Health initiative.
K) CITY MANAGER REPORTS
K.1 Strategic Visioning Update – City Manager Miles Slattery provided an update.
L) PUBLIC COMMENT CONTINUED
M) COUNCIL REPORTS / CITY-RELATED TRAVEL REPORTS
Councilmember Bergel announced the passing of John McManus this past week. He was a visionary and created Waterfront Recovery, he will be deeply missed. Council member Bergel served as a judge at Rhododendron Parade and Coast Central Credit Union won the Mayor's award. She also attended the Cruise Ship welcome event on May 3rd. May 4th from 330 to 530 at Sequoia Park, there will be a May the Fourth be with you event including a costume contest, bring your children. May is mental health month a walk on May 10th. Congratulation to Chet Albin for his work on Cruise ships.
Councilmember Bauer attended a meeting with St. Joes Management, Humboldt County and EPD. Thank you to St. Joe for leading the discussion. Attended the Cal Cities Governance Transparency and Employee Relations Committee. The Earth day Coopers Gulch Cleanup was a success.
Councilmember Arroyo attended a Fisheries Conference and presented at the conference on natural restoration resources and how to successfully engage with elected officials. Participated in parade with Humboldt Roller Derby and llamas and also City Council
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attended the welcome event for the Cruise Ship on May 3rd. She reminded every one to attend a belated lunar celebration on Saturday in Old Town with Lion Dancers performing from Sacramento
Councilmember Castellano attended the welcome for the cruise ship and greeted passengers. She is celebrating bike month and the challenge to ride bikes. The Eureka survey prepared by Cal Poly Humboldt professor Amy Rock and students will be active for the month of May. She is continuing to meet with housing group and hosted a pro housing mixer. She attended the Cal Cities Economic Development Housing Policy Committee. The Wabash clean up on April 30th was a success.
ADJOURNMENT: 8:32 PM
APPROVED:
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Susan Seaman
Mayor
Attest:
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Pamela J. Powell
City Clerk