MINUTES OF
EUREKA CITY COUNCIL
June 16, 2026
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 - Existing Litigation
City of Fresno, et al v. Turner, et al.
United States District Court for the Norther District of California, Case No. 3:23- CV-07070-RS
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Conference with legal counsel - Existing Litigation
City of Eureka, Petitioner v. Dick Leroy Henderson, et al., Conservatee, by and through Kelli Schwartz, Humboldt County Public Guardian, Conservator, et al, Respondents Humboldt County Superior Court Case No. CV2600047 Pursuant to Section 54956.9, California Government Code Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation
Significant exposure to litigation (1 case)
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) REGULAR SESSION - 6:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Kim Bergel
Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Scott Bauer
G. Mario Fernandez
Leslie Castellano
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Kati Moulton
ABSENT: None
Councilmember Bauer attended by teleconference for a qualifying reason.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION: Kati Moulton moved, G. Mario Fernandez seconded to authorize and direct the City Attorney’s Office to refile a receivership in the matter of City of Eureka vs. Dick Leroy Henderson, et al. Humboldt Co. Superior Court Case CV2600047, regarding 25 Wabash Street, Eureka, Ca. 95501, motion carried.
Ayes: Kati Moulton, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach Noes: Leslie Castellano
Absent: None
A) MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS – Mayor Bergel attended the Ribbon Cutting for Rojo Brazilian Steakhouse, was asked to be on HCOAG Hiring Committee, attended Ribbon Cutting for Sweet Indulgences Candy Shop, participated PacOut Green Team Trash Pick Up, attended Butler Valley 140th Anniversary.
Mayor Bergel also attended the Ribbon Cutting for Living Doll Vintage, called Bingo at Bootleg and Bingo Rotary Event, attended Elks Club Anniversary Event, NAMI Board Meeting, Zane Graduation. Mayor Bergel attended another Ribbon Cutting event for Herrick Gateway Sign and thanked Swan Asbury for her effort in that project. Mayor Bergel attended Zoe Barnum Graduation, Duane Flatmo Alley naming, thanked Councilmember Moulton for bringing that forward, attended Pathway to Payday, was able to get an opportunity to tour The World Cruise Ship while it was at dock, lastly Mayor Bergel participated in Sri Chinmoy Peace Run.
A.1 Pride Month 2026 - Councilmember Fernandez presented Proclamation-Pride Month
A.2 Proclamation- Sri Chinmoy Oneness - Home Peace Run - Mayor Bergel presented Proclamation- Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run
B) PRESENTATIONS
B.1 Eureka Main Street Annual Report and Fourth of July Festival - Economic Development Manager Swan Asbury and Eureka Main Street Director Presented.
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B.2 Camara de Comercio Humboldt – This item was pulled and not discussed.
C) BOARD/COMMISSION REPORTS: None
D) PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD:
Victoria Copeland
Phyliss Coy
Brandt
E) COUNCIL REPORTS / CITY-RELATED TRAVEL REPORTS:
Councilmember Castellano, shared that the City of Eureka does sewer lateral financing if needed. Chaired Cal Cities meeting, attended HTA meeting, Human Right's Commission, Outdoor Summit. Shared appreciation for Assembly member Rogers, attended HWMA, EMS, Cal Non-Profits, North Coast Open Studios, Friday Night Market, Duane Flatmo naming.
Councilmember Moulton, had no travel to report. Wished everyone a Happy Pride, attended Chamber 2x2, North Coast Open Studios, Duane Flatmo naming, Arts Alive, looking forward to 4th of July Festival, Juneteenth and Arts Alive.
Councilmember Fernandez, attended Friday Night Market, Arts Alive, Open Studios, Fablab, will attend NALEO policy conference next month.
Councilmember Contreras-Deloach, attended Board of Supervisor 2x2, Harbor District, Friday Night Market, Cal Cities Community Service, Pathway to Payday, will attend meeting with Mayor and Faith Leaders.
Councilmember Bauer, attended Environmental Policy's Committee meeting, Friday Night Market, Trail Stewards Work Day, Deer Conservation Dinner and Oyster Festival.
F) PUBLIC HEARINGS
F.1 Special Assessments for Unpaid Garbage and Recycling Collection Fees - Environmental Project Manager Robin Praszker provided a report.
Public Comment Opened/Closed 7:04PM- No Members of the Public addressed Council on this matter.
Kati Moulton moved, seconded by G. Mario Fernandez, Adopt Resolution No. 2026 - 27 of the City Council confirming garbage and recycling collection assessments and City Council Minutes
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establishing a method of collection pursuant to Eureka Municipal Code section 51.20 and California Government Code sections 25831 and 38790.1, motion Carried.
Ayes: Kati Moulton, Leslie Castellano, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Noes: None
Absent: None
F.2 Series 2026 Bonds: Water & Wastewater Revenue Bonds - Finance Director Lane Millar provided a report.
Public Hearing Opened 7:15PM, the Following Members of the Public Addressed the Council on this Matter:
Victoria Copeland
Public Comment Closed 7:18PM
Leslie Castellano moved, seconded by Scott Bauer, Adopt Resolution No. 2026-40 of the City Council of the City of Eureka Authorizing the Issuance of Water System Refunding Revenue Bonds, the Execution and Delivery of an Indenture, a Continuing Disclosure Agreement, a Purchase Contract, and an Official Statement and Approving the Distribution of a Preliminary Official Statement; and
Authorize the Execution of Documents and the Taking of All Necessary Actions Relating Thereto; and Adopt Resolution No 2026 - 39 of the City Council of the City of Eureka Approving the Issuance by the City of Its Wastewater System Revenue Bonds; Approving the Issuance by the Eureka Public Financing Authority (EPFA) of Wastewater System Revenue Bonds; Authorizing Execution and Delivery of an Indenture, an Installment Sale Agreement, a Local Obligation Purchase Contract, a Purchase Contract and a Continuing Disclosure Agreement;
Approve Form of Official Statement; and
Authorizing Execution of Documents and the Taking of All Necessary Actions Relating to the Financing With the Eureka Public Financing Authority; and Adopt Resolution No. 2026 – 28 Authorizing the Execution and Delivery of a Trust Agreement, an Installment Sale Agreement, a Purchase Contract, a Local Obligations Purchase Contract and an Official Statement Relating to the Issuance and Sale of Wastewater System Revenue Bonds; and Authorizing Execution of Documents and the Taking of All Necessary Actions Relating Thereto, motion Carried.
Ayes: Kati Moulton, Leslie Castellano, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Noes: None
Absent: None
F.3 FY2026-27 Proposed Budget - Finance Director Lane Millar provided a report.
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Public Hearing Opened 7:54PM, The Following Members of the Public Addressed the Council on this Matter:
Deborah Dukes
Public Hearing Closed 7:57PM
Kati Moulton moved, seconded by Scott Bauer, Adopt Resolution No. 2026- 29 of the City of Eureka Adopting the Budget for fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026; and Adopt a Resolution No. 2026-30 of the Eureka Public Financing Authority Adopting the Budget for fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, motion Carried.
Ayes: Kati Moulton, Leslie Castellano, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Noes: None
Absent: None
F.4 FY2026-27 Proposed Fee Schedule – Finance Director Lane Millar provided a report.
Public Hearing Opened/Closed 8:19PM- No Members of the Public Addressed Council on this Matter.
Kati Moulton moved, seconded by Leslie Castellano, Adopt Resolution No. 2026 -31 of the City Council establishing various fees and service charges within the City of Eureka, motion Carried.
Ayes: Kati Moulton, Leslie Castellano, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Noes: None
Absent: None
F.5 AB 2561 Annual Position Vacancy Rate Presentation – 2026 -Human Resources Director Will Folger reported.
Public Hearing Opened/Closed 8:44PM – No Members of the Public Addressed the Council on this Matter.
G) CONSENT CALENDAR - Leslie Castellano moved, seconded by Kati Moulton, to approve Consent Calendar, Minus G.4, motion Carried.
Ayes: Kati Moulton, Leslie Castellano, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
Noes: None
Absent: None
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G.1 Council Minutes – Approve the minutes of Regular Council Meeting June 2, 2026 and Special Council Meeting May 26, 2026
G.2 November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election - Charter Amendment - Adopt Resolution No. 2026-32 pertaining to the General Municipal Election to be held November 3, 2026: Resolution No. 2026-33 of the City Council of the City of Eureka, calling for the holding of a General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the submission to the voters’ a question relating to the Eureka City Charter; and Resolution No. 2026-41 of the City Council of the City of Eureka requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Humboldt to provide election services and to consolidate the General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 with the Statewide General Election to be held on that date; and Resolution No. 2026-34 of the City Council of the City of Eureka, setting priorities for Filing Written Arguments regarding a City Ballot Measure and Directing the City Attorney to Prepare an Impartial Analysis; and 4.
Resolution No. 2026-35 of the City Council of the City of Eureka, providing for the filing of rebuttal arguments for city measures submitted at municipal elections.
G.3 November 3, 2026 General Election - Municipal Officers - Adopt Resolution No. 2026 –36 of the City Council, calling and giving notice of the holding of a General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 for the election of municipal officers; and Resolution No. 2026-37 of the City Council, requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Humboldt to provide election services and to consolidate the General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 with the Statewide General Election to be held on that date.
G.4 New Classification: Communications Call-Taker- Human Resources Director Will Folger provided a report.
No members of the Public Addressed the Council on this Matter.
G. Mario Fernandez moved, seconded Contreras-DeLoach, Adopt Resolution No. 2026- 38 adding Communications Call-Taker to the City’s Classification and Compensation Plan, motion carries.
Ayes: Kati Moulton, Leslie Castellano, G. Mario Fernandez, Scott Bauer, Renee Contreras-DeLoach
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Noes: None
Absent: None
G.5 City Attorney Contract for 2026 -27 - Consider and approve an amended contract with City Attorney Robert N. Black to extend his term of office to June 30, 2027.
G.6 Encampment Resolution Funding Program Round 5 Approve authorizing staff to apply for funding and the execution of a Grant Agreement and any Amendments thereto from Encampment Resolution Funding Program, Round 5, (ERF-5) Application.
G.7 Approve Mayor Appointment to the following Board and Commissions Christopher Wagner Transportation Safety, Dr. Carl Klarner, Open Space Parks and Recreation Commission.
H) LEGISLATIVE ACTION CORRESPONDENCE: None
I) ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS: None
J) REPORTS/ACTION ITEMS: None
K) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS:
By Consensus, Council approved Councilmember Moulton’s request to Adjust Fee Schedule for Parking Permits for Seniors, those with Disabilities, qualify for SNAP.
By Consensus, Council approved Councilmember Castellano’s increase of TOT by 2% to bring to voters for November Election.
By Consensus, Council approved Councilmember Castellano’s request for a report to be brought back on Cottage Food and Businesses
By Consensus, Council approved Councilmember Fernandez’s request for a report on costs associated with starting small business, looking into current program in Fort Bragg.
L) CITY MANAGER REPORTS:
City Manager Miles Slattery provided an update on CIP discussion regarding a Portland Loo. Will bring back as agenda item. Halvorsen Park revisioning is on Strategic Visioning.
M) PUBLIC COMMENT CONTINUED
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ADJOURNMENT: 9:06PM
APPROVED:
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Kim Bergel
Mayor
Attest:
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Shannon Fazio
Deputy City Clerk