MINUTES OF
EUREKA CITY COUNCIL
August 19, 2025
The City Council of the City of Eureka met in REGULAR Session on the above date, 5:00 P.M. Closed Session, 6:00 P.M. Open Session, at the Eureka City Hall, Council Chambers, 531 “K” Street, Eureka.
PUBLIC COMMENT: None
CLOSED SESSION - 5:00 P.M.
Conference with legal counsel - initiation of litigation (1 Case) Pursuant to paragraph(4) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 REGULAR SESSION - 6:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Kim Bergel
Leslie Castellano
Kati Moulton
G. Mario Fernandez
Scott Bauer
Renee Contreras-DeLoach
ABSENT: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION:
Leslie Castellano moved, seconded by Kati Moulton, to allow Councilmember Fernandez to participate via teleconference as he was working out of town, motion carried.
Ayes: Leslie Castellano, Kati Moulton, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Noes: None
Absent: None
Kati Moulton moved, seconded by G. Mario Fernandez, to initiate a lawsuit that will be named at the time of filing to protect the interest of the City, motion carried.
Ayes: Leslie Castellano, Kati Moulton, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer Noes: Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Absent: None
A) MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS
A.1 2025 Fore! The Community Golf Fundraiser Tournament – Social Services Coordinator Siena Parrish and Social Services Supervisor Sierra Wood presented information regarding Fore! Community Golf Fundraiser Tournament.
Mayor Bergel invited Chief Building Official Brendan Reilly to speak about the contributions of longtime Board of Appeals Member David Lindberg who recently passed away, asked for a moment of silence.
Recently Mayor Bergel participated in Humboldt Bay Marathon which has 292 runners registered. Thanked all those who helped make it happen, Eureka Main Street, Ghirardelli Associates, Redwood Coast Montessori. Attended Highland Park ribbon cutting, CIT International Conference on De-escalation Skills, at this conference Sergeant LaFrance was awarded CIT Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. Mayor Bergel attended the Ribbon Cutting for Historic Society, delivered Steak Dinners to Coast Guard Stations with Executive Assistant Fazio, attended the exhibition derby with Kinetic Sculptures at Humboldt County Fair. And wished to thank Councilmember Castellano for contribution to Wiyot project. Mayor Bergel also wished to remind all that Wiyot Days will be happening this Saturday.
B) PRESENTATIONS
B.1 City of Arcata Residential Rental Inspection Program (ARRIP) - Joe Bishop with City of Arcata presented.
C) BOARD/COMMISSION REPORTS: None
D) PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD:
Randy Fleek
J Doe
Amy Scott
E) PUBLIC HEARINGS: None
F) CONSENT CALENDAR, Leslie Castellano moved, seconded by Renee Contreras-DeLoach, to approve Consent Calendar, minus F. 4, motion carried.
Remainder of Consent Calendar:
Ayes: Leslie Castellano, Kati Moulton, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Noes: None
Absent: None
F.1 Council Minutes – Approve Minutes of Regular Council Meeting August 5, 2025 as submitted.
F.2 City Council Agenda Order of Business – Adopt Resolution No. 2025- 26 of the City of Eureka setting the order of the agenda, moving “City Council Travel/Reports” to follow “Public Comment”
F.3 Department of Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) Alcohol Policing Partnership Program 2025 Grant Acceptance – Accept Department of Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) Alcohol Policing Partnership Program Grant for fiscal year 2025-2026 in the amount of $40,000.00 F.4 Municipal Auditorium West Wing Improvements 2025 - Bid 2025-06 – Award – City Attorney Bob Black provided a report.
No members of the Public addressed the Council on this Matter.
Leslie Castellano moved, seconded by Kati Moulton, Declare ORW Architecture the preferred architectural firm to lead the design services for the Municipal Auditorium West Wing Improvements 2025 project; and award the design services contract for Bid No. 2025-6 Municipal Auditorium West Wing Improvements 2025 project to ORW Architecture; and approve up to $455,552 for the Municipal Auditorium West Wing Improvements 2025 project, with the condition that City Attorney Black review the negotiated changes to the agreement prior to signatures, motion Carried.
Ayes: Leslie Castellano, Kati Moulton, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Noes: None
Absent: None
G) LEGISLATIVE ACTION CORRESPONDENCE: None
H) ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS
H.1 Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and SB 9 Inland Zoning Code Update – Development Services Director Cristin Kenyon provided a report.
No members of the Public Addressed the Council on this Matter.
Scott Bauer moved, seconded by Leslie Castellano, Waive full reading, read by title only, and adopt Bill No. 1049, Ordinance No. 965 C.S. "An ordinance of the City of Eureka amending Eureka Municipal Code Title 15, Chapter 155 (the Inland Zoning Code), §155.204 (Residential Zoning Districts), §155.316 (Accessory Dwelling Units), and §155.332.040 (Urban Lot Split Subdivision) consistent with current State law.", motion Carried
Ayes: Leslie Castellano, Kati Moulton, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Noes: None
Absent: None
H.2 Amendment to Eureka Municipal Code Section 150.105-121 for Live/Work Occupancies - Chief Building Official Brendan Reilly provided a report.
No members of the Public Addressed the Council on this Matter.
Leslie Castellano moved, seconded by Scott Bauer, Waive full reading, read by title only, and adopt Bill No. 1047, Ordinance No. 964 C.S. an ordinance of the City of Eureka amending Eureka Municipal Code Title 15, Chapter 150, Section 150.105-121, pertaining to Live/Work Occupancies, motion Carried
Ayes: Leslie Castellano, Kati Moulton, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Noes: None
Absent: None
H.3 Amendment to Eureka Municipal Code Chapter 130.30 for Abandoned and Derelict Shopping Carts -Chief Building Official Brendan Reilly provided a report.
No Members of the Public Addressed the Council on this Matter.
Scott Bauer moved, seconded by Leslie Castellano, Waive full reading, read by title only and adopt Bill No. 1046, Ordinance No. 963 C.S., an ordinance of the City of Eureka amending Eureka Municipal Code Title 13, Chapter 130, Section 130.30, pertaining to abandoned and derelict shopping carts., motion Carried
Ayes: Leslie Castellano, Kati Moulton, Scott Bauer
Noes: G. Mario Fernandez, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Absent: None
I) REPORTS/ACTION ITEMS: None
J) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: None
K) CITY MANAGER REPORTS
K.1 Strategic Visioning Update - City Manager Miles Slattery provided a report.
L) PUBLIC COMMENT CONTINUED
M) COUNCIL REPORTS / CITY-RELATED TRAVEL REPORTS
Councilmember Contreras-DeLoach, attended Board of Supervisors 2x2, Friday Night Market, ethics training.
Councilmember Bauer, attended Humboldt Bay Fire JPA meeting, attended Friday Night Market, saw some of Humboldt Bay Marathon, attended College of the Redwoods fundraiser and will attend local CalCities meeting this week.
Councilmember Fernandez, has been traveling for work recently. The Chamber 2x2 was rescheduled, Centro Del Pueblo event this week, Defend Democracy Fair coming up, will attended Naleo Conference in September.
Councilmember Moulton, traveled to Kimasu, Japan for 20th Anniversary celebrating Sister City, attended Grand Re-Opening of Highland Park, thanks to Humboldt Bay Fire and HumBubbles for adding to the event. Thanks to City Staff for working so hard on park improvements. Attended Humboldt Bay Fire JPA meeting. Congratulations to HBF for being awarded FEMA grant to care for equipment. HBF & EPD will participate in ceremonial stair climb in honor of 9/11.
Councilmember Castellano, attended Harbor 2x2, Solidarity Festival in Arcata, Mornings on Main Street, Economic Vitality meeting, Friday Night Market.
ADJOURNMENT: 7:45PM
APPROVED:
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Kim Bergel
Mayor
Attest:
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Shannon Fazio
Deputy City Clerk