MINUTES OF
EUREKA CITY COUNCIL
September 16, 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 Real Property Negotiators
Property: 4 C Street Parcel Number 001-011-021
Agency negotiator: Miles Slattery for the City of Eureka Negotiating Parties: Gary and Linda Krela
Under negotiation: Price, terms and conditions
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8
Conference with legal counsel - existing litigation
Humboldt Waterkeeper et al. v. North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board et al., Superior Court of Sacramento, Case No. 24WM000044 Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9 (d) (1) 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
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION: No Report
A) MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS – Mayor Bergel attended the Pac Out Green Team Fundraiser and was please to find out she has completed 25 Clean Ups.
Mayor Bergel also attended the Boldfest launch party, Strategic Visioning, Boys & Girls Club Event and attended Councilmember Fernandez’s Town Hall.
Attended Defend Democracy Fair, going away for Gail Poppins with Humboldt Trails, attended Da' Yas Grand Opening. Attended Recovery Happens event at Sequoia Park and attended 9/11 Memorial Walk.
A.1 Proclamation- Kiwanis 75th Anniversary - Councilmember Fernandez presented a Proclamation for Kiwanis Club 75th Anniversary.
B) PRESENTATIONS
B.1 Visit California Tourism Industry Open House and Eureka Welcome Center Update – Economic Development Program Coordinator Madison Greene presented.
C) BOARD/COMMISSION REPORTS
C.1 Open Space, Parks & Recreation Commission Annual Report - Board member Carol Mayes from OSPR provided a report.
D) PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD:
Charles Wilson
Anonymous
Misty
Alison Talbott
Will
J Doe
E) COUNCIL REPORTS / CITY-RELATED TRAVEL REPORTS
Councilmember Castellano attended Da' Yas Grant Opening, Defend Democracy Fair, HCSD 2x2, HWM Board Meeting, Humboldt Transit Board Meeting. Strategic Visioning Meeting, City of Eureka is member of Cultural Arts District.
Councilmember Moulton had no travel to report. Attended Strategic Visioning, recently hosted family and friends that have been affected by fires. Attended Da' Yas Grand Opening, Defend Democracy Event, Mornings on Main Street and is looking forward to Ground Breaking for new Ops Complex.
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Councilmember Fernandez attended Strategic Visioning, hosted Town Hall at Carson Park, opening of Da' Yas Park, Defend Democracy Fair. The Redwood Region Economic meeting canceled for next week.
Councilmember Bauer attended Strategic Visioning, met with Providence with regards to noise issue complaints, attended Defend Democracy event. Was able to attend the Friends of the Eel River Event, was unable to attend Da' Yas event. Will be unable to attend Ops Complex groundbreaking due to work.
Councilmember Contreras-DeLoach attended Strategic Visioning, 9/11 Humboldt Bay Fire Tribute, met with Director of Humboldt Haven, attended BLBS, a tiny home business. Fielded a lot of calls from constituents, attended CalCities in Fortuna, Da' Yas Park Grand Opening. Will travel to El Paso Texas with NALEO for emergency preparedness.
F) PUBLIC HEARINGS
F.1 Cardroom Dealer Permit Appeal- City Attorney Bob Black provided a report. Appellant Shaun Padelford provided information.
Public Hearing Opened/Closed 7:44PM
No members of the Public Addressed the Council on this Matter.
Councilmember Castellano moved, seconded by Councilmember Fernandez to Overturn Eureka Police Chief’s denial of a Cardroom dealer permit for Shawn Padelford; and Approved Issuance of a Cardroom Dealer permit on the condition that Shawn Padelford’s probation officer notify the City of any probation violation should they occur, motion Carried.
Ayes: Leslie Castellano, Kati Moulton, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer Noes: Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Absent: None
G) CONSENT CALENDAR, G. Mario Fernandez moved, seconded by Kati Moulton, to approve Consent Calendar, motion Carried.
Ayes: Leslie Castellano, Kati Moulton, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Noes: None
Absent: None
G.1 Council Minutes – Approve the Minutes of Regular Council Meeting September 2, 2025 and Special Council Meetings August 26, 2025, September 6, 2025.
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G.2 Council Meeting Cancellation – Cancel Regular Council Meeting on October 7, 2025.
G.3 Water Improvements 2024 Project Acceptance – Accept completion of the Water Improvements 2024 Project, Bid No. 2024-12; and Authorize the filing of a “Notice of Completion” at the Office of the County Recorder.
H) LEGISLATIVE ACTION CORRESPONDENCE
By Consensus Council approved Councilmember Bauer’s request for a letter of support on CalCities Bills AB 492, SB 456, SB 748, and SB 840.
By Consensus Council approved Councilmember Fernandez’s request for a letter of support on AB 294.
I) ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS: None
J) REPORTS/ACTION ITEMS
J.1 Parking Management System Update - Project Manager Jay Wortelboer provided a report.
K) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: None
L) CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Slattery thanked everyone who made the Da' Yas Park Opening a success.
L.1 Bay Cities Leadership Academy (BCLA) - Human Resources Director Will Folger provided a report.
M) PUBLIC COMMENT CONTINUED
ADJOURNMENT: 9:01PM
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APPROVED:
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Kim Bergel
Mayor
Attest:
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Shannon Fazio
Deputy City Clerk