MINUTES OF
EUREKA CITY COUNCIL
February 18, 2025
The City Council of the City of Eureka met in REGULAR Session 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: Kim Bergel
Kati Moulton
Leslie Castellano
G. Mario Fernandez
Scott Bauer
Renee Contreras-DeLoach
ABSENT: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION: No Closed Session
A) MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor Bergel attended the ribbon cutting for Lost Coast Communications and Grossman and Hague ribbon cutting, as well attended the Eureka Main Street Mixer.
Additionally, Mayor Bergel attended a fundraiser for Planned Parenthood and Marble weekend, the Mayor Bergel encouraged people to attend next year. Stood in solidarity with friends on Presidents Day. Mayor Bergel also wanted people to know that there is still time to donate to the City of Eureka Bowl for Kids Sake Team.
B) PRESENTATIONS:
B.1 Graffiti Abatement Update - Code Enforcement Manager Matt Morgan provided a report.
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B.2 Disaster and Tsunami Preparedness - Ryan Derby from Humboldt County Emergency Services and Chief Citro provided a report.
C) BOARD/COMMISSION REPORTS: None
D) PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD:
Jessica Rebholtz
Danette
Anonymous
Joanne McGarry
Anonymous
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Quentin Bell
Anonymous
Brandy
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Sarai
E) PUBLIC HEARINGS:
E.1 2024-25 Mid-Year Update to Fee Schedule - Finance Director Lane Millar provided a report. Public Hearing Opened 7:39 PM. The following members of the public addressed the Council on this matter:
Victoria Copeland
Janelle Eggers
Jill McDonald
Joanie Frederick
Tina Christensen
Susie Smith
Felicia Costa
Jessica Rebholtz
Matt Antongiovani
Anonymous
Michaela
Andy Parker
Kevin Dryer
Traci Shumard
Dakota
G. Mario Fernandez moved, seconded by Renee Contreras-DeLoach, to continue the Public Hearing to the March 4th meeting at 6 PM, motion Carried. [City Council Meeting
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Ayes: Kati Moulton, Leslie Castellano, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Noes: None
Absent: None
F) CONSENT CALENDAR, G. Mario Fernandez moved, seconded by Scott Bauer, to approve Consent Calendar, motion Carried. Ayes: Kati Moulton, Leslie Castellano, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach Noes: None
Absent: None
F.1 Council Minutes- Approve minutes of Regular City Council Meeting February 4, 2025 and Special City Council Meeting January 14, 2025.
F.2 Melton Design Group Contract Amendment - Approve $112,080 contract amendment with Melton Design Group for Da’ Yas Park design and construction management services.
G) LEGISLATIVE ACTION CORRESPONDENCE: None
H) ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS: None
I) REPORTS/ACTION ITEMS:
I.1 Authorized Emergency Shelter Opportunities and Guidelines – City Manager Slattery provided a report. The following members of the public addressed the Council on this Matter;
Janelle Eggers
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Leslie Castellano moved, seconded by Scott Bauer, to designate Renee ContrerasDeLoach and G. Mario Fernandez as council members to meet monthly with staff to discuss authorized emergency shelter opportunities and guidelines, including campsites and other alternatives, motion Carried.
Ayes: Kati Moulton, Leslie Castellano, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Noes: None
Absent: None
I.2 Eureka City Parks Update - Tabled to a later meeting. [City Council Meeting
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I.3 Eureka Police Department Annual Reports - Chief Brian Stephens provided a report.
Kati Moulton moved, G. Mario Fernandez seconded to continue meeting to 10 PM.
Ayes: Kati Moulton, Leslie Castellano, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Noes: None
Absent: None
The following members of Public addressed the Council on this matter:
Free Palestine
Kati Moulton moved, G. Mario Fernandez seconded, Receive Annual EPD Reports Including Military Equipment and Security Cameras Use Policy, motion Carried.
Ayes: Kati Moulton, Leslie Castellano, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Noes: None
Absent: None
J) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
By consensus Council approved Councilmember Castellano request have a compiled brochure/presentation of homeless services available.
K) CITY MANAGER REPORTS
K.1 Cal Cities City Manager Conference Report- City Manager Slattery presented on Cal Cities City Manager Conference in Rancho Mirage.
L) PUBLIC COMMENT CONTINUED:
Free Palestine
Leslie Castellano moved, G. Mario Fernandez seconded to extend meeting to 10:10 PM Ayes: Kati Moulton, Leslie Castellano, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Noes: None
Absent: None
PUBLIC COMMENT CONTINUED:
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M) COUNCIL REPORTS / CITY-RELATED TRAVEL REPORTS
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Councilmember Castellano, attended Eureka Main Street meeting, Chamber Government Meeting, Solidarity Gathering, HWMA and HTA meetings. Believes there is misinformation with regards to EPD taking individuals belongings, welcomes opportunity to meet with public outside Council Chambers.
Councilmember Moulton, no travel to report. Attended HWWM meeting, encourages members of the public to reach out. Met Old Town officer Tag, served on Jury Duty, missed Humboldt JPA due to illness, will attend Bike and Pedestrian meeting, encouraged public to attend.
Councilmember Fernandez, was unable to meet for Chamber meeting, attended HBF 2x2, attended meeting with ECS for safety update. Participated in fundraiser for Planned Parenthood and attended rally at Courthouse.
Councilmember Bauer, elected Chair for RCEA, attended JPA meeting, attended Lost Coast Outpost open house, planted trees with Keep Eureka Beautiful, appreciated volunteers from the mission who helped. Will travel for Calcites board of directors meeting.
Councilmember Contreras-DeLoach, attend EMS mixer, ribbon cutting, Pathway to Payday, will participate in Week of the Young Child.
ADJOURNMENT: 10:08pm
APPROVED:
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Kim Bergel
Mayor
Attest:
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Shannon Fazio
Deputy City Clerk