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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
6:00 PM Town Hall, 363 N. Main Street
and Via Video Conference
Monday, August 10, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Godeke called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Mayor Jason Godeke, Vice Mayor Marcia Rafanan, Councilmember Tess Albin-Smith, Councilmember Lindy Peters and Councilmember Scott Hockett
Present: 5 -
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Baron Bettenhausen reported direction given by City Council regarding litigation by unanimous vote to release a letter previously marked confidential. No further action was taken.
AGENDA REVIEW
None.
1. MAYOR’S RECOGNITIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON: (1) NON-AGENDA, (2) CONSENT CALENDAR & (3)
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
(1) Ron White, Levi Cooke, Evan Dick, Jay Rosenquist, Paul Clark, David Gurney and Mary Rose Kaczorowski.
(2) None.
(3) N/A.
3. STAFF COMMENTS
Police Chief Eric Swift thanked staff and community for making National Night Out successful; part-time transport officer hired and trying to hire for 4 open officer positions. Sergeant Beak completed Gang Resistance Education and Training and will be at the elementary schools for 6 weeks and secondary schools for 13 weeks. Project Right Now launched drop in for youth ages 15-24 - Mondays, 3-5 p.m. and Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m. at C.V. Starr Community Center. Sign up for Community Academy coming in August or September and/or VIPS - Volunteering opportunities. Operations Manager Heath Daniels reported skid steer and attachments have City of Fort Bragg Page 1 Printed on 8/26/2026
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arrived and waiting for thermolay truck, dump truck, and equipment trailer; Cypress Street dog park has new fencing and wood chips graded; two seasonal workers have worked on cross-walk and curb painting downtown and next will be nears schools; solar at City Hall, Police Department, and Water Plant are now showing PG&E running in the negative with $20,000 savings thus far this year; City Clerk Diana Paoli reported 8 Candidates have been qualified by the Registrar of Voters for the Ballot in November; C.V. Starr Manager Moneque Wooden reported C.V. Starr summer activity: swim lessons full with waiting list; Four Friday night pool parties sponsored by City Council; summer camps and soccer camps, Partnership with Library for reading 10 books for 40 kids earning free swim passes along with a Magic Show at Bainbridge Park; lastly there will be a log rolling contest for Labor Day and 25 percent off membership for Back to School Special; City Manager Isaac Whippy reported successful Internship Program; MCN community meetings for August and September; Upcoming Longest Table 1-5 p.m. on September 27, 2026 with live music and at the conclusion of Labor Day Parade on September 7, there will be a community BBQ at Bainbridge Park in partnership with Chamber including band from Humboldt.
Repeated public comment regarding incompatible office issue with City Manager was clarified by City Attorney Baron Bettenhausen who confirmed Section 1099 (c) specifically states it does not apply to positions of employment.
4. MATTERS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS
Councilmembers reported successful First Friday with live music and community support; Upcoming Committee meetings: Visit Fort Bragg; Public Works; and Public Safety Meeting; Councilmembers provided history regarding motorized vehicles not allowed by Ordinance on the Coastal Trail and interest by council to update language. Mayor's Well Done will be rolled out in August and Mayor will be at the Farmer's Market on August 19 at 3:30 p.m. for one hour. The Councilmembers also thanked the High School athletes and youth for attending the meeting and invited all to speak at the podium.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
Approval of the Consent Calendar
A motion was made by Councilmember Peters, seconded by Councilmember Albin-Smith, to approve the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Godeke, Vice Mayor Rafanan, Councilmember Albin-Smith, Councilmember Peters and Councilmember Hockett
5 -
5A. 26-316 Adopt City Council Resolution Approving Professional Services Agreement with WRA, Inc. for Biological Compliance and Monitoring Services for the Raw Water Line Replacement Project, Project WTR-00016, and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Contract (Amount Not to Exceed $84,970); No New MND or EIR is Required Pursuant to 15162 and Categorical Exemption 15061(b)(3)
This Resolution was adopted on the Consent Calendar.
Enactment No: RES 5050-2026
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5B. 26-319 Adopt Resolution of the Fort Bragg City Council Amending and Confirming the Pay Rates and Ranges for All City of Fort Bragg Established Classifications Effective July 12, 2026 to Incorporate Fort Bragg Police Association (FBPA) 3% Cost-of-Living Adjustment
This Resolution was adopted on the Consent Calendar.
Enactment No: RES 5051-2026
5C. 26-320 Adopt Resolution of the Fort Bragg Municipal Improvement District Board Approving Contract Change Order with Akeff Construction Services, Inc. for Emergency Sewer Repairs at North Harbor Drive; Approving Budget Amendment 2026/27-01; and Authorizing City Manager to Execute Contract (Amount not to Exceed $26,510.00)
This Resolution was adopted on the Consent Calendar.
Enactment No: 5052-2026/RES ID 507-2026
6. DISCLOSURE OF EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS ON AGENDA ITEMS None.
7. PUBLIC HEARING
8. CONDUCT OF BUSINESS
8A. 26-321 Receive Report of Leading the Next Wave of Leaders: Summer Internship Program Update and Introduction of Expanded Youth Engagement Initiatives Public Information Liaison Adelaide La Torre reported on the successful 8 week First Interim Program with Interns Maria Ramos, Vianney Maravilla, Deegan Olson, Lilla Tobak, Damien Gaona, Adriana Sastre, and Madelyn Chan and read report from Lilla Tobak. It was reported by Interns a great experience learning communication skills, technical work including permits and building codes, compliance, and operations of water for the city. A survey to Fort Bragg Unified School District students will be released on first day of school to obtain input on activities and needs to support youth in Fort Bragg.
Public Comment: Joe Aldridge and Paul Clark.
8B. 26-324 Receive Report and Consider Adoption of City Council Resolution Authorizing Updated Community Engagement and Evaluation of a Partnership and Site-Control Framework for the Timberwolf Stadium Track and Multipurpose Athletic Field Improvement Project
City Manager Isaac Whippy presented staff report. Former Sports Foundation President Merle Larson and Current Sports Foundation President Joe Chacon provided additional grant history.
Councilmembers asked clarifying questions.
Public Comment: Tara Larson, Kathy Westfall, Sam Gitchell, Joe Aldridge, and Paul Clark.
A motion was made by Councilmember Peters, seconded by Councilmember Albin-Smith, to adopt the Resolution. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Aye: Mayor Godeke, Vice Mayor Rafanan, Councilmember Albin-Smith, Councilmember Peters and Councilmember Hockett
5 -
Enactment No: RES 5053-2026
8C. 26-327 Receive Report and Consider Adoption of City Council Resolution Authorizing Submittal and Acceptance of a Community Resilience Centers Round 2 Planning Grant for C.V Starr Community Center Phase III and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Related Documents
City Manager Isaac Whippy introduced Item 8C. C.V. Starr Manager Moneque Wooden shared staff report. Councilmembers asked clarifying questions.
Public Comment: Paul Clark.
A motion was made by Councilmember Albin-Smith, seconded by Councilmember Hockett, to adopt the Resolution. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Godeke, Vice Mayor Rafanan, Councilmember Albin-Smith, Councilmember Peters and Councilmember Hockett
5 -
Enactment No: RES 5054-2026
8D. 26-305 Receive Report and Consider Adoption of a Parks & Recreation Strategic Service Delivery and Coordination Policy
City Manager Isaac Whippy shared staff report. C.V. Starr Manager Moneque Wooden shared additional information. Councilmembers asked clarifying questions.
Public Comments: Paul Clark and Mary Rose Kaczorowski.
A motion was made by Councilmember Albin-Smith, seconded by Councilmember Hockett, to adopt the Resolution. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Godeke, Vice Mayor Rafanan, Councilmember Albin-Smith, Councilmember Peters and Councilmember Hockett
5 -
Enactment No: RES 5055-2026
9. CLOSED SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Godeke adjourned the meeting at 8:38 PM.
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JASON GODEKE, MAYOR
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Diana Paoli, City Clerk
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