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City of Fort Bragg
Meeting Minutes
City Council
THE FORT BRAGG CITY COUNCIL MEETS CONCURRENTLY
AS THE FORT BRAGG MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
NO. 1 AND THE FORT BRAGG REDEVELOPMENT
SUCCESSOR AGENCY
Monday, March 25, 2024 6:00 PMTown Hall, 363 N.Main Street and Via Video Conference
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Norvell called the meeting to order at 6:02 PM.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Mayor Bernie Norvell, Vice Mayor Jason Godeke, Councilmember Tess Albin-Smith, Councilmember Lindy Peters and Councilmember Marcia Rafanan
Present: 5 -
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
None.
AGENDA REVIEW
Mayor Norvell pulled item 5D from the Consent Calendar to be brought back at a future meeting.
1. MAYOR’S RECOGNITIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
1A. 24-650 Presentation from the Economic Development & Financing Corporation Robert Gernert presented on this item.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON: (1) NON-AGENDA, (2) CONSENT CALENDAR (1) Scott Taubold, Jacob Patterson, Shelley Green, Peter McNamee, Diane Sorensen. (2) Jacob Patterson, Peter McNamee.
3. STAFF COMMENTS
City Manager Isaac Whippy announced that there will be a Business Assistance Workshop at Town Hall on April 4, 2024 from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
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4. MATTERS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS
Councilmember Albin-Smith participated in a League of Cities Conference, where they were briefed on the State of the State, including details about the budget deficit and its causes.
Councilmember Peters disclosed that he recently hand-delivered a letter to the Coastal Commission in Sacramento regarding our water safety measures. Furthermore, he emphasized that the letter was prompted by concerns about safeguarding our water resources. In addition, he reported that the Public Works Committee convened and made progress towards installing the "The Last Whistle" sculpture.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Norvell pulled item 5D from the Consent Calendar to be brought back at a future meeting.
The Vice Mayor pointed out that items 5A and 5B need a clerical adjustment, as the ordinance incorrectly states that the Community Development Committee held a "Public Hearing," when it was, in fact, a "Public Meeting." He also pulled item 5E for discussion.
Moved by Councilmember Peters, seconded by Councilmember Albin-Smith, that the Consent Calendar be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Norvell, Vice Mayor Godeke, Councilmember Albin-Smith, Councilmember Peters and Councilmember Rafanan
5 -
5A. 24-574 Adopt by Title Only, and Waive Further Reading of, Ordinance No. 985-2024 "An Ordinance Amending Division 18 of the Fort Bragg Municipal Code (ILUDC 1023) to Amend Chapter 18.21.030(B), (C), & 18.21.050 "Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses", to Repeal and Replace 18.42.170 "Accessory Dwelling Units", to Amend Chapter 18.71.050 "Design Review" and to Amend Chapter 18.100 "Definitions" to Establish Regulations and Standards for Accessory Dwelling Units Pursuant to State Law; Statutory Exemption.
This Ordinance was adopted on the Consent Calendar.
5B. 24-575 Adopt, by Title Only, and Waive Further Reading of Ordinance 986-2024 Amending Division 18 of the Fort Bragg Municipal Code to Comply with Recent Changes in State of California Housing Law Related to Urban Lot Splits and Two Unit Development.
This Ordinance was adopted on the Consent Calendar.
5C. 24-649 Approve Scope of Work for a Request for Proposals for Professional Services for a Fireworks Provider
This Scope of Work was approved on the Consent Calendar. 5F. 24-668 Adopt Joint City Council/Municipal Improvement District Resolution Amending the FY 2023/24 Budget for Mid-Year Budget Adjustments
This Resolution was adopted on the Consent Calendar.
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Aye: Mayor Norvell, Vice Mayor Godeke, Councilmember Albin-Smith, Councilmember Peters and Councilmember Rafanan
5 -
5G. 24-660 Approve Minutes of February 12, 2024
These Minutes were approved on the Consent Calendar.
5H. 24-658 Approve Minutes of February 26, 2024
These Minutes were approved on the Consent Calendar.
Aye: Mayor Norvell, Vice Mayor Godeke, Councilmember Albin-Smith, Councilmember Peters and Councilmember Rafanan
5 -
5I. 24-641 Approve Minutes of Special Closed Session of March 7, 2024 These Minutes were approved on the Consent Calendar.
5J. 24-655 Approve Minutes of March 11, 2024
These Minutes were approved on the Consent Calendar.
5K. 24-642 Approve Minutes of Special Closed Session of March 11, 2024 This Minutes was approved on the Consent Calendar.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
5D. 24-659 Approve Scope of Work for a Request for Proposals Seeking Professional Services for Sea Level Rise, Tsunami Hazards, and Erosion Resilience Strategy for Noyo Harbor
Mayor Norvell pulled item 5D from the Consent Calendar to be brought back at a future meeting.
5E. 24-593 Receive General Plan Annual Progress Report 2023 and Housing Element Annual Progress Report to HCD and provide comments prior to submittal to HCD
The Vice Mayor expressed a desire to delve deeper into the General Plan Report, particularly highlighting the progress on Wiggly Giggly and the fruitful collaboration with the School District to establish pickleball courts. Noting the absence of safety-related items, he emphasized the importance of acknowledging the ongoing update to the Emergency Operating Center training exercise. Additionally, he made a comment regarding the Grant for Project Right Now.
Public Comment: None.
Discussion: None.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Godeke, seconded by Mayor Norvell that the Progress Report be amended to include the additional items discussed by Vice Mayor Godeke.
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6. DISCLOSURE OF EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS ON AGENDA ITEMS None.
7. PUBLIC HEARING
None.
8. CONDUCT OF BUSINESS
8A. 24-662 Receive Report and Provide Direction Regarding 2022-2023 HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Grant Application Grants Coordinator Lacy Peterson presented the staff report on this item.
Public Comment: Jacob Patterson, Shelley Green.
Discussion: After extensive discussion, the decision was made to instruct Ms. Peterson to concentrate her grant application efforts on securing Tenant-Based Rental Assistance. 8B. 24-652 Receive presentation of recommended update to the City of Fort Bragg's Emergency Operations Plan and consider adopting Resolution xx-2024 - Resolution of the Fort Bragg City Council Approving Updated City of Fort Bragg Emergency Operations Plan
Captain Thomas O'Neal presented the staff report on this item.
Public Comment: Jenn Shattuck, Jacob Patterson.
Discussion: None.
A motion was made by Councilmember Peters, seconded by Councilmember Rafanan, that the Resolution be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Norvell, Vice Mayor Godeke, Councilmember Albin-Smith, Councilmember Peters and Councilmember Rafanan
5 -
8C. 24-654 Resolution of the Fort Bragg City Council Approving Contract Change Order with with Akeff Construction, Inc. for the Bainbridge Park Playground Replacement Project, City Project No. PWP-00096 and Authorizing City Manager to Execute Contract (Amount Not to Exceed $88,624.00) Public Works Director John Smith presented on this item.
Public Comment: None.
Discussion: None.
A motion was made by Councilmember Rafanan, seconded by Councilmember Peters, that the Resolution be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Norvell, Vice Mayor Godeke, Councilmember Albin-Smith, Councilmember Peters and Councilmember Rafanan
5 -
9. CLOSED SESSION
None.
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ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Norvell adjourned the meeting at 7:54 PM.
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BERNIE NORVELL, MAYOR
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Diana Sanchez, City Clerk
IMAGED (___________)
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