Fortuna City Council
March 3, 2025

621 11th Street, Fortuna CA
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1. CALL TO ORDER / FLAG SALUTE / ROLL CALL
Council
Council Member Kyle Conley
Council Member Jerry King
Mayor Pro Tem Tami Trent
Mayor Mike Johnson
Staff
City Manager Amy Nilsen
City Clerk Siana L. Emmons

2. ORAL COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Members of the Public may be heard at this time on any item within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City that is not on the Public Meeting Agenda. It is the practice of this Council to hold public Meeting Agenda
Monday, March 3, 2025 at 6:00 pm
comment for every item of business on the agenda at the time that item is heard. If a speaker cannot stay for a particular item of business, they may be heard during this time. Comments concerning the Consent Calendar may also be heard at this time. Speakers addressing the Council will be limited to 3 minutes per speaker. Be advised that, by law, the City Council can only deliberate or take action on items that are included on the agenda.

3. PROCLAMATIONS / INTRODUCTIONS
a. Library Day
b. Introduction of New Account Clerk II, Sandra Brown

4. CONSENT CALENDAR
These matters are routine in nature and are usually approved by a single vote. Any member of the Council may pull a particular item for further discussion. a. City Council Minutes – February 18, 2025 (Regular Meeting) b. Report of Disbursements
c. Donation Acceptance from the Bob and Jennie Canevari Foundation, Inc.

5. CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 2025-773 Amending the City of Fortuna Zoning Map and Applying a Q Qualified Zone to Implement the Mill District Specific Plan
b. Fortuna Business Improvement District Annual Report and By-Law Amendments c. Professional Services Agreement with LACO Associates for Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grants for the Newburg Park, Vancil Forest Parcel, and Riverwalk Park

6. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
At this time, members of the Council may consider or request items to be placed on a future agenda through a consensus of the majority.

8. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS AND COMMENTS
a. Council Member Kyle Conley
Redwood Region Economic Development Corporation (RREDC) Alternate, Parks & Recreation Commission, Humboldt Transit Authority Alternate b. Council Member Jerry King
Redwood Region Economic Development Corporation (RREDC), Redwood Coast Energy Authority (RCEA), Parks & Recreation Commission Alternate c. Mayor Pro Tem Tami Trent
Humboldt Transit Authority (HTA), Indian Gaming Commission, League of California Cities Public Safety Commission, Fortuna Business Improvement District (FBID) d. Mayor Mike Johnson
Humboldt County Association of Governments (HCAOG), Historical Commission, League of California Cities Transportation, Communication, & Public Works Commission,

9. ADJOURN
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.5, any non-confidential documents or writings that the City distributes, less than 72 hours before a regular meeting, to all or a majority of the legislative body's members must be made available to members of the public at the same time as the distribution. Documents and information related to the agenda topics are available for review at City Hall, 621 11th Street, between the hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Members of the public are invited to come to the meeting and comment. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (707) 725- 7600. Notification prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting.

Contact: Siana L. Emmons, City Clerk ([email protected] 707-725-1409) | Agenda published on 02/27/2025 at 8:39 AM
In Recognition and Support of
Fortuna Library Day
March 3, 2025
WHEREAS, the library provides informational services to all members of our community; and
WHEREAS, the library promotes literacy and encourages reading among young people; and
WHEREAS, in a world undergoing constant change, libraries provide enduring connections to the past and future of our communities, nations and civilizations; and WHEREAS, libraries promote unrestricted access to information, provide entry to important research and serve as community centers for lifelong learning; and WHEREAS, the Fortuna City Council supports Friends of the Library in providing young people access to more books.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Mike Johnson, Mayor of the City of Fortuna do hereby proclaim March 3rd 2025 as Fortuna Library Day, and urge everyone to pay special tribute to the contributions of the library in our community by supporting Library Day and visiting our library.

SIGNED this 3rd day of March, 2025 at the City of Fortuna, in the State of California, and in witness thereof, the seal of Fortuna.

Mayor Mike Johnson, City of Fortuna
621 11th Street, Fortuna CA
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1. CALL TO ORDER / FLAG SALUTE / ROLL CALL
Minutes:

Mayor Johnson called the public meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and led the flag salute. ROLL CALL: Council Member Conley - Present, Council Member King - Present, Mayor Pro Tem Trent - Present, Mayor Johnson - Present

2. ORAL COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Minutes:

There being no public comment, Mayor Johnson closed the public comments.

3. PRESENTATION
a. Mid-Year Budget Presentation
Minutes:

STAFF REPORT: Finance Director, Aaron Felmlee, provided staff report and presentation on the Mid-Year Budget.

4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Minutes:

Meeting Agenda
Minutes
Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 6:00 pm
PUBLIC COMMENT: Lt. Matt Eberhardt and Sgt. Justin Priomfiore.

CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Mayor Pro Tem trent pulled item g, congratulating the annual award winners. Mayor Pro Tem Trent moved, seconded by Council Member King to approve Consent Calendar Items a - l. AYES: Council Member Conley, King, Mayor Pro Tem Trent, Mayor Johnson NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None MOTION CARRIED 4/0 a. City Council Minutes – February 3, 2025 (Special Meeting) b. City Council Minutes – February 3, 2025 (Regular Meeting) c. Administrative Department Monthly Report
d. Community Development Department Monthly Report
e. Finance Department Monthly Report
f. Parks & Recreation Monthly Report
g. Police Department Monthly Report
h. Public Works Monthly Report
i. River Lodge Monthly Report
j. Report of Disbursements
k. Approve Supplemental Budget Request to Purchase Microsoft 365 Licenses for City Employees
l. Police Department Supplemental Budget Request

5. CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Certify the Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Report, adopt General Plan Land Use Element amendments, the Mill District Specific Plan and Implementing Q-Qualified Zone and Design Guidelines
Minutes:

STAFF REPORT: Community Development Director, Shari Meads, provided staff report on Resolution 2025-03 Certifying the final supplemental environmental impact report, Resolution 2025-04 Adopting general plan land use amendments, Mill District Specific Plan and Implementing design guidelines and introduction of Ordinance 2025-773 amending the Fortuna municipal code to adopt the Mill District Specific Plan.

PUBLIC COMMENT: Sue Long and Lt. Matt Eberhardt
CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Council Member Conley moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Trent to adopt Resolution 2025-03, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Fortuna Certifying the Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Report Prepared for Fortuna General Plan Land Use Element Amendments, the Mill District Specific Plan and Implementing Q-Qualified Zone and Design Guidelines, Making the Findings of Fact and Adopting a Statement of Overriding Considerations and Adopting the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program", Roll Call Vote. AYES: Council Member Conley, King, Mayor Pro Tem Trent, Mayor Johnson NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None MOTION CARRIED 4/0.

Mayor Pro Tem Trent moved, seconded by Council Conley to adopt Resolution 2025-04, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Fortuna Adopting Fortuna General Plan Land Use Element Amendments, the Mill District Specific Plan and Implementing Design Guidelines", Roll Call Vote. AYES: Council Member Conley, King, Mayor Pro Tem Trent, Mayor Johnson NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None MOTION CARRIED 4/0.

Council Member King moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Trent to conduct the introduction and first reading of Ordinance 2025-773, "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Fortuna Amending Section 17.02.030 of the Municipal Code (Zoning Map) to Adopt the Mill District Q-Qualifying Zone to Implement the Mill District Specific Plan" and continue the public hearing to March 3, 2025. Roll Call Vote. AYES: Council Member Conley, King, Mayor Pro Tem Trent, Mayor Johnson NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None MOTION CARRIED 4/0.
b. Approve Interim Parks and Recreation Director
Minutes:

STAFF REPORT: City Manager, Amy Nilsen, provided staff report on approving Kaylyn Stainbrook as the Interim Parks and Recreation Director. PUBLIC COMMENT: None. CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Council Member Conley moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Trent to approve Kaylyn Stainbrook as the Interim Parks and Recreation Director retroactive to February 10, 2025, and until such time the current Parks and Recreation Director returns from leave. Roll call vote. AYES: Council Member Conley, King, Mayor Pro Tem Trent, Mayor Johnson NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None MOTION CARRIED 4/0 c. Prioritize Ordinance Development and Long-Range Planning Activities for the Community Development Department
Minutes:

STAFF REPORT: Community Development Director, Shari Meads, provided a staff report on the prioritization of ordinance development and long-range planning activities for the Community Development Department. PUBLIC COMMENT: Sue Long and Lt. Matt Eberhardt CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Council Member Conley moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Trent to prioritize ordinance development and long-range planning activities for the Community Development Department including establishing Cannabis as first, Design Review as second, and the Municipal Code as third priorities. Voice vote. AYES: Council Member Conley, King, Mayor Pro Tem Trent, Mayor Johnson NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None MOTION CARRIED 4/0

6. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
Minutes:

STAFF REPORT: City Manager, Amy Nilsen, provided verbal report.

7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

8. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS AND COMMENTS
a. Council Member Kyle Conley
b. Council Member Jerry King
c. Mayor Pro Tem Tami Trent
d. Mayor Mike Johnson

9. ADJOURN
Minutes:

CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Council Member Conley moved, seconded by Council Member King to adjourn the meeting at 6:57 p.m. MOTION CARRIED 4/0.

Contact: Siana L. Emmons, City Clerk ([email protected] 707-725-1409) Consent Item 4b

STAFF REPORT
Consent Agenda Item
DATE: March 3, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Amy Nilsen, Interim City Manager
SUBJECT: Report of Disbursements for February 20 and 27, 2025 STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Receive staff report of disbursements that were processed for the City of Fortuna and the Successor Agency (Fortuna Redevelopment Agency) if applicable, as an informational item only.

REPORT OF DISBURSEMENTS:

Disbursement was processed as follows:

February 20, 2025 $ 241,840.20
February 27, 2025 $ 87,620.20
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Informational Item. Receive report by Consent Agenda vote.

ATTACHMENTS:
• Disbursements Detail Report for February 20, 2025
• Disbursements Detail Report for February 27, 2025
Amount
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81528 02/20/2025 MERCER FRASER COMPANY 2142-02 P Street Sewer Replacement Project -7909.65 81528 02/20/2025 MERCER FRASER COMPANY 2142-02 P Street Sewer Replacement Project 158193 81528 02/20/2025 MERCER FRASER COMPANY 115038 Cold Mix 829.63 81528 02/20/2025 MERCER FRASER COMPANY 115039 Aggregate Base 102.64 81526 02/20/2025 MAXIM EQUIPMENT INC 8729 Fuel Pump/Filter - WWTP 1116.61 81527 02/20/2025 MCKNIGHT, WYATT 021825 Per Diem 2.24 - 2.28 (PC 832 Arrest & Control) 115 81524 02/20/2025 LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE 286212 Legal Services 1232 81525 02/20/2025 MAD RIVER COMMUNITY HOSPITAL A0180706 Pre-employment Physical - Mojica 623.75 81522 02/20/2025 KEENAN SUPPLY CO S014191132 Backflow Enclosure - Utilities 595.42 81523 02/20/2025 LES SCHWAB TIRE CENTER 61500712995 Vehicle Repair - WWTP 150.8 81521 02/20/2025 INFINITE CONSULTING SERVICES 12565 Phone/Network Service - Transit/PD 325 81521 02/20/2025 INFINITE CONSULTING SERVICES 12585 Telephones - City Hall 171.35 81520 02/20/2025 INDUSTRIAL ELECTRIC ARCATA INC IN52888 Equipment Maintenance - WWTP 226.8 81521 02/20/2025 INFINITE CONSULTING SERVICES 12565 Phone/Network Service - Transit/PD 175 81518 02/20/2025 HUMBOLDT COUNTY RECORDER 021925 CEQA Notice of Determination Filing - Mill Dist 50 81519 02/20/2025 IDEXX DISTRIBUTION, INC 3168425522 Lab Supplies 290.87 81516 02/20/2025 HELIX LABORATORIES INC 91454 Alka Mag Supply FY 24/25 9060.46 81517 02/20/2025 HORIZON BUSINESS PRODUCTS 284250 Packing Tape - Lab 17.03 81514 02/20/2025 FREEDOM FUEL 22685 Propane - WWTP 26.04 81515 02/20/2025 GHD INC 380-0065129 Engineering Services 2316 81513 02/20/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 388245 Hose Barb Tee - WWTP 10.84 81513 02/20/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 388308 Cleaning Supplies - Parks 31.43 81513 02/20/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 388195 Dish Soap/Bolts - City Hall 15.4 81513 02/20/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 388225 Cobweb Brush - General Services 33.18 81513 02/20/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 388037 Marking Paint - Utilities 58.52 81513 02/20/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 388041 Ceramic Heater - WWTP 88.94 81513 02/20/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 388008 Supplies - WWTP 220.3 81513 02/20/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 388011 Supplies - Utilities 84.84 81512 02/20/2025 EUREKA RUBBER STAMP A39376 Title Plates - City Hall 139.1 81513 02/20/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 387992 Bolts - WWTP 27.52 81511 02/20/2025 EUREKA OXYGEN CO A 708011 Vehicle Repair - General Services 20 81512 02/20/2025 EUREKA RUBBER STAMP A39357 Name Badges - PD 389.48 81510 02/20/2025 DHHS MENTAL HEALTH 021225 River Lodge Deposit Refund 250 81511 02/20/2025 EUREKA OXYGEN CO A 707811 Fire Extinguishers - CDD Remodel Project 458.89 81507 02/20/2025 CO OF HUMB OFFICE OF ELECTIONS 110524EL005 2024 General Election Costs 11937.45 81508 02/20/2025 COLANTUONO, HIGHSMITH & WHATLEY, PC63920 Legal Services 1295 81506 02/20/2025 CIVICPLUS 325446 Annual Software Package - Parks/River Lodge 5243.4 81506 02/20/2025 CIVICPLUS 325446 Annual Software Package - Parks/River Lodge 5243.41 81505 02/20/2025 CHARLTON, GABE 121324 Per Diem 2.26 - 3.2 (SLI Session 6) 349 81506 02/20/2025 CIVICPLUS 325046 Software Financial Extract 3500 81504 02/20/2025 CARDIO PARTNERS INC 600001710 AED Kits - Public Works/City Hall 1341.06 81504 02/20/2025 CARDIO PARTNERS INC 600001710 AED Kits - Public Works/City Hall 1341.06 81504 02/20/2025 CARDIO PARTNERS INC 600001710 AED Kits - Public Works/City Hall 1341.06 81504 02/20/2025 CARDIO PARTNERS INC 600001710 AED Kits - Public Works/City Hall 1341.06 81502 02/20/2025 BURGESS ELECTRIC 2154 Electrical Repair - Parks 811.09 81503 02/20/2025 CAMPTON ELECTRIC SUPPLY 2280-1065246 Street Light Bulb Replacement 145.91 81500 02/20/2025 BALLISTIC PRECISION INC 35806 Ammunition - PD 3654.41 81501 02/20/2025 BDP INDUSTRIES IN000716 Pressure Belts - WWTP 6819.71 81498 02/20/2025 AT&T 5025 02250893 23484108935031 31.57 81499 02/20/2025 AUTOZONE #4142 04142256823 Fuel Injector Hoses/Fuel Filter - WWTP 105.55 81497 02/20/2025 ASAP LOCK & KEY 70490 Key Copies - City Hall 31.53 81497 02/20/2025 ASAP LOCK & KEY 70491 Key Copies - Parks 41.77 81496 02/20/2025 ANGEL ARMOR INV12409 Safety Vest - Karlee Humphrey -99.46 81496 02/20/2025 ANGEL ARMOR INV12409 Safety Vest - Karlee Humphrey 1328.31 Expense Approval Report
CITY OF FORTUNA By (None)
Payment Dates 2/20/2025 - 2/20/2025
Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Amount
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81551 02/20/2025 EMMONS, SIANA 021825 Per Diem 2.23 - 2.27 (PARMA Conf) 237 Grand Total: 241840.2
81549 02/20/2025 WHITE, ANDREW 020525 Per Diem 2.23 - 2.25 (Water Treat 1-2 Test Prep) 213 81550 02/20/2025 WILDWOOD SAW FC 1937 Finance Charge 7.5 81547 02/20/2025 WATSON, CHAD 021225 Fuel Expense Reimbursement 61.2 81548 02/20/2025 WHITCHURCH ENGINEERING COF-256381 Engineering Services 1995 81546 02/20/2025 UBEO BUSINESS SERVICES 548710821 Print Services Contract FY 24/25 (Revised) 94.57 81546 02/20/2025 UBEO BUSINESS SERVICES 548710821 Print Services Contract FY 24/25 (Revised) 94.57 81546 02/20/2025 UBEO BUSINESS SERVICES 548710821 Print Services Contract FY 24/25 (Revised) 70.93 81546 02/20/2025 UBEO BUSINESS SERVICES 548710821 Print Services Contract FY 24/25 (Revised) 31.52 81546 02/20/2025 UBEO BUSINESS SERVICES 548710821 Print Services Contract FY 24/25 (Revised) 31.52 81546 02/20/2025 UBEO BUSINESS SERVICES 548710821 Print Services Contract FY 24/25 (Revised) 31.52 81546 02/20/2025 UBEO BUSINESS SERVICES 548710821 Print Services Contract FY 24/25 (Revised) 220.7 81546 02/20/2025 UBEO BUSINESS SERVICES 548710821 Print Services Contract FY 24/25 (Revised) 70.93 81545 02/20/2025 THE PEOPLE OF NEW DIRECTIONS 3874 Encampment Clean-up Service 685 81546 02/20/2025 UBEO BUSINESS SERVICES 548710821 Print Services Contract FY 24/25 (Revised) 141.86 81543 02/20/2025 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7650930421 Meter Reading Laptop - Utilities 1139.24 81544 02/20/2025 STITCH WITCH 60662 Volunteer Patches - PD 217 81541 02/20/2025 REMOTE SATELLITE SYSTEMS 131050 Police Satellite Phone Service FY 24/25 74 81542 02/20/2025 ROCKHOLT, DANIEL 020525 Per Diem 2.27 - 2.28 (Water Dist 2 Exam) 73 81540 02/20/2025 RECOLOGY EEL RIVER 710405 Debris Disposal 86.4 81540 02/20/2025 RECOLOGY EEL RIVER 710436 Debris Disposal 236.8 81539 02/20/2025 PLATT ELECTRIC SUPPLY 5X37722 Conduit/Straps - WWTP 355.54 81540 02/20/2025 RECOLOGY EEL RIVER 710397 Debris Disposal 128 81537 02/20/2025 PACE SUPPLY CORP 210204363 Pump/Seal Kit - WWTP 1268.51 81538 02/20/2025 PLANWEST PARTNERS INC 25-193-01 On-call Planning Services 6098.75 81536 02/20/2025 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 291132 Turbo Boost Solution - PD 50.78 81536 02/20/2025 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 291985 Fuel Hose - WWTP 55.26 81536 02/20/2025 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 290115 Installer Kit - PD 49.9 81536 02/20/2025 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 290155 Credit Installer Return -49.9 81534 02/20/2025 ONTIVEROS & ASSOCIATES IN 6105 Ambrosini Berry Creek Map Check 747.5 81535 02/20/2025 OPTIMUM FEB25MC Monday Club Internet Service FY 24/25 125 81534 02/20/2025 ONTIVEROS & ASSOCIATES IN 6103 Sisemore PM Plan Review 65 81534 02/20/2025 ONTIVEROS & ASSOCIATES IN 6104 3495 Rohnerville Road Map Check 715 81534 02/20/2025 ONTIVEROS & ASSOCIATES IN 6101 Schueler Lane Project Survey 846.45 81534 02/20/2025 ONTIVEROS & ASSOCIATES IN 6102 CLK Kenmar Subdivision Map Check 2590.5 81533 02/20/2025 NYLEX.NET 15914 Computer System Maintenance - Museum/Parks 562.5 81533 02/20/2025 NYLEX.NET 15944 Server Cabinet/Parts - CDD Remodel Project 2479.81 81533 02/20/2025 NYLEX.NET 15790 Adapter/HDMI Cable - Finance 39.02 81533 02/20/2025 NYLEX.NET 15914 Computer System Maintenance - Museum/Parks 562.5 81532 02/20/2025 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2025139130 Sr Admin Assist Recruitment Advertising 73 81532 02/20/2025 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2025139146 Notice of Public Hearing - Mill District 216 81532 02/20/2025 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 20251391274 Lead Utility Worker Recruitment Advertising 51.1 81532 02/20/2025 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2025139130 Sr Admin Assist Recruitment Advertising 73 81532 02/20/2025 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 20251391274 Lead Utility Worker Recruitment Advertising 65.7 81532 02/20/2025 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 20251391274 Lead Utility Worker Recruitment Advertising 14.6 81531 02/20/2025 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 77306 Fuel Injection Hoses - WWTP 151.69 81532 02/20/2025 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 20251391274 Lead Utility Worker Recruitment Advertising 14.6 81530 02/20/2025 MITCHELL LAW FIRM, THE 6679 City Attorney Services FY 24/25 2462.5 81531 02/20/2025 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 77281 Oil/Fuel Filters - WWTP 117.31 81529 02/20/2025 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 523278769 River Lodge Linen Service 379.96 81529 02/20/2025 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 523278769 River Lodge Linen Service 27.78 81529 02/20/2025 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 523255703 Wastewater Linen Service 96.88 81529 02/20/2025 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 523255712 Police Mat Service FY 24/25 58.04 81529 02/20/2025 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 523255702 Corp Yard Linen Service 72.8 81529 02/20/2025 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 523255702 Corp Yard Linen Service 57.69 81529 02/20/2025 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 523144648 Paper Towels - Corp Yard 32.54 81529 02/20/2025 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 523144648 Paper Towels - Corp Yard 32.55 Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 2/20/2025 - 2/20/2025 Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) 120-6035-3000 Personnel Services 73
2/20/2025 12:20:05 PM Page 3 of 4
101-6025-2000 Professional Services 899.4
120-5705-3000 Equipment Maintenance 70.93
120-6005-3100 Engineering Services 4964.45
100-7015-2000 Dues & Subscriptions 74
100-7415-2000 SCOP Volunteers 217
101-5500-2000 Department Supplies 1328.31
100-6710-1400 County Election 11937.45
100-7000-1600 Travel, Conferences & Training 237
100-7000-2000 Travel, Conferences & Training 464
100-6035-3200 Personnel Services 73
100-6200-2000 Telephone 175
100-6305-3200 Publication Expense 50
100-6025-1400 Professional Services 3500
100-6025-2000 Professional Services 58.04
100-6025-3200 Professional Services 6098.75
100-6020-1300 Legal Services 2462.5
100-6020-1400 Legal Services 1295
100-6020-1600 Legal Services 1232
100-5775-5400 Network Support 562.5
100-5775-5600 Network Support 562.5
100-6005-4000 Engineering Services 1995
100-5715-4100 Vehicle Repairs 20
100-5740-1500 Building Repair and Maintenance 46.93
100-5741-5450 Newburg Park Maintenance 811.09
100-5705-5450 Equipment Maintenance 31.52
100-5710-5400 Software Maintenance 5243.4
100-5715-2000 Vehicle Repairs 50.78
100-5705-2000 Equipment Maintenance 220.7
100-5705-3200 Equipment Maintenance 70.93
100-5705-4000 Equipment Maintenance 31.52
100-5505-4100 Vehicle Fuel & Oil 61.2
100-5515-2000 Ammunition & Range Supplies 3654.41
100-5705-1500 Equipment Maintenance 141.86
100-5500-4100 Department Supplies 1479.58
100-5500-5450 Department Supplies 80.7
100-5500-9377 Department Supplies 2938.7
100-5500-1200 Department Supplies 39.02
100-5500-1500 Department Supplies 1651.51
100-5500-2000 Department Supplies 389.48
590 - TDA Transit Fund 325
Grand Total: 241840.2
Account Summary
Account NumberAccount Name Payment Amount
100-2460 Sales Tax Payable -99.46
350 - Capital Projects Fund 595.42
500 - Water Fund 6107.29
510 - Water Capital Fund 829.63
550 - Wastewater Fund 21225.68
560 - Wastewater Capital Fund 150283.4
101 - Transaction and Use Tax Fund 2227.71
120 - Development & Building Fund 5324.38
160 - Riverlodge Fund 6681.42
200 - Storm Drainage Fund 236.8
280 - Gas Tax Fund 145.91
Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 2/20/2025 - 2/20/2025 Report Summary
Fund Summary
Fund Payment Amount
100 - General Fund 47857.61
Grand Total: 241840.2
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590-6200-5000 Telephone 325
Grand Total: 241840.2
Project Account Summary
Project Account Key Payment Amount
**None** 241840.2
550-6035-6500 Personnel Services 51.1
560-2030 Retention Payable -7909.65
560-6025-9121 Professional Services 158193
550-5557-6600 Lab Supplies 17.03
550-5705-6700 Equipment Maintenance 94.57
550-5720-6600 Equipment Repair 9431.63
510-5500-9124 Department Supplies 829.63
550-5500-6600 Department Supplies 2570.89
550-5555-6600 Plant Chemicals 9060.46
500-6035-6200 Personnel Services 14.6
500-6200-6100 Telephone 31.57
500-7000-6100 Travel, Conferences & Training 286
500-6005-6000 Engineering Services 2316
500-6035-6000 Personnel Services 14.6
500-6035-6100 Personnel Services 65.7
500-5557-6000 Lab Supplies 290.87
500-5705-6300 Equipment Maintenance 94.57
500-5715-6100 Vehicle Repairs 150.8
500-5500-6000 Department Supplies 26.04
500-5500-6100 Department Supplies 2713.9
500-5520-6100 Base Materials 102.64
200-6618-4310 SWMP Implementation 236.8
280-5726-4200 Street Light Maintenance 145.91
350-5500-9128 Department Supplies 595.42
160-5710-5800 Software Maintenance 5243.41
160-6035-5800 Personnel Services 623.75
160-6210-5700 Internet Service 125
160-5547-5800 User Group Linen 379.96
160-5565-5800 Janitorial Supplies 27.78
160-5705-5800 Equipment Maintenance 31.52
Account NumberAccount Name Payment Amount
120-6300-3100 Advertising 216
160-2222 River Lodge Deposits 250
Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 2/20/2025 - 2/20/2025 Account Summary
Amount
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81575 02/27/2025 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2025139131 Sr Admin Assist Recruitment Advertising 73 81575 02/27/2025 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2025139131 Sr Admin Assist Recruitment Advertising 73 81575 02/27/2025 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2025139128 Lead Utility Worker Recruitment Advertising 14.6 81575 02/27/2025 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2025139128 Lead Utility Worker Recruitment Advertising 51.1 81575 02/27/2025 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2025139128 Lead Utility Worker Recruitment Advertising 14.6 81575 02/27/2025 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2025139128 Lead Utility Worker Recruitment Advertising 65.7 81573 02/27/2025 NICHOLS, NELEEN 012225 Per Deim 3.4 - 3.7 (Plan Comm Academy) 196 81574 02/27/2025 NORMAN'S DRY CLEANERS 25051-898-A River Lodge Linen Service 43.2 81571 02/27/2025 MUNIQUIP LLC 107510 Replacement Pump - WWTP 35689.91 81572 02/27/2025 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 77454 Connector/Ball Mount/Coupler - WWTP 161 81570 02/27/2025 MITCHELL 1 IB32374689 Teamwork Software FY 24/25 68.63 81570 02/27/2025 MITCHELL 1 IB32374689 Teamwork Software FY 24/25 68.63 81570 02/27/2025 MITCHELL 1 IB32374689 Teamwork Software FY 24/25 68.62 81570 02/27/2025 MITCHELL 1 IB32374689 Teamwork Software FY 24/25 68.63 81569 02/27/2025 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 523361862 River Lodge Linen Service 493.6 81569 02/27/2025 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 523361862 River Lodge Linen Service 27.78 81569 02/27/2025 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 523296657 Parks/Rink Linen Service 94.25 81569 02/27/2025 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 523323521 River Lodge Linen Service 38.45 81569 02/27/2025 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 523296648 Corp Yard Linen Service 58.61 81569 02/27/2025 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 523296649 Wastewater Linen Service 98.31 81568 02/27/2025 MICROBAC LABORATORIES INC 180609 Lab Testing 790 81569 02/27/2025 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 523296648 Corp Yard Linen Service 76.23 81566 02/27/2025 KEIN, MICHAEL 012225 Per Diem 3.4 - 3.7 (Plan Comm Academy) 196 81567 02/27/2025 KOSMONT COMPANIES 2410.6-003 Financing District Analysis Services 8512.4 81564 02/27/2025 HUMBOLDT COUNTY RECORDER 022425 CDFW Fee for IS/MND Recording 3018.75 81565 02/27/2025 KEENER, TYLER 021825 Per Diem 3.2 - 3.3 (Water Dist 2 Exam) 73 81562 02/27/2025 GROCERY OUTLET 020625 Janitorial Supplies - Parks 50.86 81563 02/27/2025 H&S ENERGY GROUP HCL-014108-25 Car Wash Services - PD 7 81561 02/27/2025 GRAINGER 9406179409 Filter/Conduit - WWTP 105.83 81561 02/27/2025 GRAINGER 9408882331 Conduit Fitting - WWTP 409.67 81561 02/27/2025 GRAINGER 9406179383 Button Plugs - WWTP 13.49 81561 02/27/2025 GRAINGER 9406179391 Button Plugs - WWTP 17.58 81560 02/27/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 388496 Mounting Strips/Bolts - City Hall 12.25 81560 02/27/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 388502 Cement Durabond - Monday Club 11.92 81560 02/27/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 388391 Pipe Insulation/Tape - CDD Remodel Project 21.76 81560 02/27/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 388442 Janitorial Supplies - Parks 73.47 81560 02/27/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 388351 Painting Supplies - Monday Club 182.67 81560 02/27/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 388383 Bolts - Streets 10.81 81560 02/27/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 388324 Garden Sprayer - WWTP 22.77 81560 02/27/2025 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 388336 Sensor/Bulb/Wall Plate - CDD Remodel Project 45.1 81558 02/27/2025 EEL VALLEY APPLIANCE 63467 Refrigerator - Parks 325.5 81559 02/27/2025 EUREKA RUBBER STAMP A39416 Name Plates - City Hall 105.46 81557 02/27/2025 ECOLAB 6351039240 River Lodge Dishwasher Rental FY 24/25 143.09 81558 02/27/2025 EEL VALLEY APPLIANCE 63467 Refrigerator - Parks 325.49 81555 02/27/2025 BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN LLP 336775 Legal Services 1214 81556 02/27/2025 CSG CONSULTANTS 60064 Consulting Services 2800 81554 02/27/2025 BODYWORKS 030125 March Gym Memberships 20 81554 02/27/2025 BODYWORKS 030125 March Gym Memberships 40 81554 02/27/2025 BODYWORKS 030125 March Gym Memberships 100 81554 02/27/2025 BODYWORKS 030125 March Gym Memberships 40 81553 02/27/2025 AT&T 9011 23070325 9391084093 31.53
81554 02/27/2025 BODYWORKS 030125 March Gym Memberships 20 81552 02/27/2025 ASAP LOCK & KEY 70489 City Hall Key Copies - PD 97.65 81552 02/27/2025 ASAP LOCK & KEY 70494 Key Copies - Parks 45.57 Expense Approval Report
CITY OF FORTUNA By (None)
Payment Dates 2/27/2025 - 2/27/2025
Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Amount
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81591 02/27/2025 WOODS PEST CONTROL 1303185 Parks Pest Service FY 24/25 150 Grand Total: 87620.2
81590 02/27/2025 WILKINSON, TEENA 022025 Monday Club Deposit Refund 250 81591 02/27/2025 WOODS PEST CONTROL 1303130 City Hall Pest Services FY 24/25 88 81588 02/27/2025 VULCAN INDUSTRIES, INC 25069-18881 Stair Screen Chain Set/Sprockets - WWTP 9214.64 81589 02/27/2025 WEST COAST HYDRAULICS 4405 Equipment Maintenance - WWTP 1503.12 81587 02/27/2025 UNIVERSAL RECOVERY CORP 013125 January Collections 60.17 81587 02/27/2025 UNIVERSAL RECOVERY CORP 013125 January Collections 60.17 81586 02/27/2025 TRACTOR SUPPLY CREDIT PLA 589701 Kennel Supplies 28.32 81586 02/27/2025 TRACTOR SUPPLY CREDIT PLA 902467 K9 Dog Food - Blitz 110.54 81585 02/27/2025 THATCHER COMPANY INC 2025100101964 Sulfur Dioxide - WWTP 8104.12 81585 02/27/2025 THATCHER COMPANY INC 2025100900118 Chemical Deposit Refund -5000 81584 02/27/2025 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7652186277 Index Dividers/Steno Pads - CM/City Clerk 12.59 81585 02/27/2025 THATCHER COMPANY INC 2025100101964 Sulfur Dioxide - WWTP 5000 81584 02/27/2025 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7652186277 Index Dividers/Steno Pads - CM/City Clerk 12.58 81584 02/27/2025 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7652186277 Index Dividers/Steno Pads - CM/City Clerk 15.28 81584 02/27/2025 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7651942778 Wall File/Clorox Wipes/Tissue - Clerk/CDD/CH 54.74 81584 02/27/2025 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7651942778-CR Credit Return - Index Dividers -22.12 81584 02/27/2025 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7651942778 Wall File/Clorox Wipes/Tissue - Clerk/CDD/CH 97.6 81584 02/27/2025 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7651942778 Wall File/Clorox Wipes/Tissue - Clerk/CDD/CH 76.57 81583 02/27/2025 SPORT & CYCLE 230426 Grunders Outdoor Jacket - WWTP 140.92 81583 02/27/2025 SPORT & CYCLE 230428 Rain Gear - General Services 122.42 81581 02/27/2025 RON DUPRATT FORD 52378 Module - PD 152.9 81582 02/27/2025 SCOTTY'S CUTTERS EDGE 161484 Equipment Maintenance - Parks 12.99 81580 02/27/2025 RECOLOGY EEL RIVER 711382 Refrigerator Disposal - Parks 17.5 81580 02/27/2025 RECOLOGY EEL RIVER 711449 E-waste Disposal 20 81579 02/27/2025 PRO BUILDING SOCIAL COMMITTEE 022525 River Lodge Deposit Refund 250 81580 02/27/2025 RECOLOGY EEL RIVER 711382 Refrigerator Disposal - Parks 17.5 81578 02/27/2025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO 02253473 69711643473 1056.33 81578 02/27/2025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO 02256726 44469516726 4149.55 81577 02/27/2025 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 292328 Couplers/Hitch Pins/Clips - WWTP 46.9 81578 02/27/2025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO 02250847 06162570847 60.8 81576 02/27/2025 NYLEX.NET 15959 Network Support Services FY 24/25 629.07 81577 02/27/2025 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 292327 Battery - Transit 237.6 81576 02/27/2025 NYLEX.NET 15959 Network Support Services FY 24/25 338.73 81576 02/27/2025 NYLEX.NET 15959 Network Support Services FY 24/25 338.73 81576 02/27/2025 NYLEX.NET 15959 Network Support Services FY 24/25 387.12 81576 02/27/2025 NYLEX.NET 15959 Network Support Services FY 24/25 48.39 81576 02/27/2025 NYLEX.NET 15959 Network Support Services FY 24/25 1596.87 81576 02/27/2025 NYLEX.NET 15959 Network Support Services FY 24/25 387.12 81575 02/27/2025 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2025ci-6582 Public Notice Org Reduce/Recycle Ordinance 252 81576 02/27/2025 NYLEX.NET 15959 Network Support Services FY 24/25 1112.97 Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 2/27/2025 - 2/27/2025 Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) 160-5740-5700 Building Repair and Maintenance 194.59
160-5775-5800 Network Support 338.73
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160-5547-5800 User Group Linen 493.6
160-5565-5800 Janitorial Supplies 109.43
160-5706-5800 Equipment Lease 143.09
140-6005-9112 Engineering Services 3018.75
160-2221 Monday Club Deposits 250
160-2222 River Lodge Deposits 250
100-7600-3200 Planning Commission 392
105-5500-5450 Department Supplies 110.54
120-6035-3000 Personnel Services 73
100-6505-2000 Utility - General & Electric 1117.13
100-7015-2000 Dues & Subscriptions 68.62
100-7015-4100 Dues & Subscriptions 68.63
100-6035-3200 Personnel Services 73
100-6200-2000 Telephone 31.53
100-6305-3200 Publication Expense 252
100-5775-5600 Network Support 48.39
100-6020-1600 Legal Services 1214
100-6025-3200 Professional Services 8512.4
100-5775-2000 Network Support 1596.87
100-5775-4000 Network Support 387.12
100-5775-5400 Network Support 387.12
100-5740-1500 Building Repair and Maintenance 100.25
100-5740-5450 Building Repair and Maintenance 150
100-5775-1500 Network Support 1112.97
100-5565-5450 Janitorial Supplies 218.58
100-5715-2000 Vehicle Repairs 159.9
100-5720-5450 Equipment Repair 12.99
100-5500-5400 Department Supplies 342.99
100-5500-5450 Department Supplies 388.57
100-5500-9377 Department Supplies 66.86
100-5500-2800 Department Supplies 28.32
100-5500-3200 Department Supplies 54.74
100-5500-4100 Department Supplies 198.65
100-5500-1500 Department Supplies 202.03
100-5500-1600 Department Supplies 12.59
100-5500-2000 Department Supplies 97.65
100-5265-5400 Miscellaneous Benefits 40
100-5500-1100 Department Supplies 12.58
100-5500-1150 Department Supplies 90.76
Account Summary
Account NumberAccount Name Payment Amount
100-5265-1200 Miscellaneous Benefits 20
100-5265-2000 Miscellaneous Benefits 100
306 - Recycle-Parks 2800
500 - Water Fund 4883.59
550 - Wastewater Fund 57127.2
590 - TDA Transit Fund 237.6
Grand Total: 87620.2
105 - Donations Fund 110.54
120 - Development & Building Fund 73
140 - Citywide Traffic Impact Fund 3018.75
160 - Riverlodge Fund 1779.44
280 - Gas Tax Fund 30.81
Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 2/27/2025 - 2/27/2025 Report Summary
Fund Summary
Fund Payment Amount
100 - General Fund 17559.2
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Project Account Key Payment Amount
**None** 87509.7
Exp DONATION-PARKS 110.54
Grand Total: 87620.2
550-8000-6600 Capital Outlay 35689.9
590-5715-5000 Vehicle Repairs 237.6
Grand Total: 87620.2
Project Account Summary
550-6045-6600 Laboratory Services 790
550-7015-6600 Dues & Subscriptions 68.63
550-7800-6700 Bad Debts 60.17
550-5720-6600 Equipment Repair 11288.4
550-5775-6700 Network Support 629.07
550-6035-6500 Personnel Services 51.1
550-1310 Chemical Tank Deposits 0
550-5500-6600 Department Supplies 445.8
550-5555-6600 Plant Chemicals 8104.12
500-7000-6100 Travel, Conferences & Training 73
500-7015-6000 Dues & Subscriptions 68.63
500-7800-6300 Bad Debts 60.17
500-6035-6100 Personnel Services 65.7
500-6035-6200 Personnel Services 14.6
500-6505-6000 Utility - General & Electric 4149.55
500-5500-6100 Department Supplies 58.61
500-5775-6300 Network Support 338.73
500-6035-6000 Personnel Services 14.6
280-5500-4200 Department Supplies 10.81
306-6020-5400 Legal Services 2800
500-5265-6100 Miscellaneous Benefits 40
Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 2/27/2025 - 2/27/2025 Account Summary
Account NumberAccount Name Payment Amount
280-5265-4200 Miscellaneous Benefits 20
Consent Item 4c

STAFF REPORT
City Council Consent Item
DATE: March 3, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
FROM: Kaylyn Stainbrook, Interim Director of Parks & Recreation THRU: Amy Nilsen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Donation Acceptance from the Bob and Jennie Canevari Foundation, Inc.

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council accept a $30,000 donation from The Bob and Jennie Canevari Foundation, Inc. to offset Local Non-Profit Youth Based Sports park fees.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

The City of Fortuna, Parks & Recreation Department received a donation in the amount of $30,000 from The Bob and Jennie Canevari Foundation, Inc. to offset Local Non-Profit Youth Based Sports park fees.

Local Non-Profit Youth Based Sports Organizations, who provide proof of registered non-profit status and submit a Facility Rental Request Form for their season’s field use, may be eligible to receive financial assistance through the donation provided by The Bob and Jennie Canevari Foundation, Inc. until donated funds have been exhausted. In order to be eligible for financial assistance the following must be provided to the City and will then also be shared with The Bob and Jennie Canevari Foundation, Inc. prior to receiving financial assistance:
• A completed Facility Rental Request Form
• Proof of registered non-profit status
• A complete league roster of enrolled participants
• Proof of insurance
• Approval from The Bob and Jennie Canevari Foundation, Inc. to receive financial assistance
Facility Rental Request Forms that are submitted with the aforementioned supporting documents will be eligible to receive financial assistance from the donated funds on a “first come first serve” basis.

However, in an effort to prohibit a sole organization from exhausting the total donated amount, organizations may only submit one season’s field use Facility Rental Request Form at a time. Once the organization’s current season has been completed, they may submit a new Facility Rental Request Form for an additional season and may be eligible for any remaining donated funds.

The least expensive rate will be charged to the organizations account balance (either hourly field use rate or $20 per player).

Consent Item 4c

An internal transfer will be performed in order to apply donated funds to the account balance specifically for field use fees. Donation will not apply to Newburg Concession Stand Fees nor storage of assets on City property.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No financial impact. The donation in the amount of $30,000 to Parks will be applied towards outstanding receivables as Non-Profit Youth Based Sports Organizations complete and submit Facility Rental Request Forms for field use. The donation will offset revenue the department had anticipated receiving from the Youth Based Sports Organizations and that were included in the FY 24-25 budget.

RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Approve staff’s recommendation to accept the donation from the Bob and Jennie Canevari Foundation, Inc. Consent Agenda vote.

Business Item 5a

STAFF REPORT
City Council Business Item
DATE: March 3, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
FROM: Shari Meads, Community Development Director
THROUGH: Amy Nilsen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 2025-773 Amending the City of Fortuna Zoning Map and Applying a Q Qualified Zone to Implement the Mill District Specific Plan

STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Conduct the second reading and adopt Ordinance 2025-773, amending the City of Fortuna Zoning Map and Applying a Q Qualified Zone to Implement the Mill District Specific Plan.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

Background
On February 18, 2025, the Council certified the Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Report Prepared for the Amendments to the General Plan Land Use Element, the Mill District Specific Plan (MDSP), and a Q-Qualified Zone, and adopted the Land Use Element amendments and the MDSP. The MDSP is intended to:
 transform the MDSP area into an industrial, commercial, and mixed-use development center.
 provide a balanced transportation network that supports commerce and facilitates multimodal transportation and provides connections to the John Campbell Memorial Greenway / Strongs Creek Trail and the Great Redwood Trail.  protect the industrial character of the area in a manner compatible with existing and planned residential and commercial areas.
 protect and enhance the Strongs and Mill Creek riparian areas.

On February 18, 2025, the Council introduced for the first reading and held a public hearing for the Ordinance Amending the City of Fortuna Zoning Map and Applying a Q Qualified Zone to Implement the Mill District Specific Plan (Attachment A). There were no comments made during the public hearing. Staff recommends that the Council adopt the ordinance. If adopted, the ordinance will go into effect April 3, 2025.

RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

1. Receive staff report;

2. Take public comment;

3. Discuss and consider the proposed ordinance; and

4. Motion to conduct the seconding reading and adopt Ordinance 2025-773, read by title only. Roll Call Vote.

Business Item 5a

ATTACHMENTS:
• Ordinance 2025-773 An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Fortuna Amending Section 17.02.030 of the Municipal Code (Zoning Map) to Adopt the Mill District QQualifying Zone to Implement the Mill District Specific Plan

83 ORDINANCE 2025-773

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORTUNA AMENDING SECTION 17.02.030 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE (ZONING MAP) TO

ADOPT THE MILL DISTRICT Q-QUALIFYING ZONE TO IMPLEMENT THE MILL

DISTRICT SPECIFIC PLAN
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 65300 of the State Planning and Zoning Law (Division 1 Title 7 of the California Government Code) in October 2010, the Fortuna City Council certified the Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) for the Fortuna General Plan 2030 (State Clearinghouse # 2007062106) and adopted Fortuna General Plan 2030 as the long-term vision for the City’s physical evolution. General Plan 2030 includes the following elements: Land Use, Economic Development, Housing, Transportation and Circulation, Natural and Cultural Resources, Parks, Recreation and Open Space, Public Facilities, Health and Safety, Community Design, and Administration and Implementation. Each element of the General Plan provides Goals, Policies, and Programs to carry out the objective of the Element, as required by State Law; and
WHEREAS, Fortuna General Plan, 2030, Program LU-18 calls for preparation and adoption of a Mill District Area Plan to implement the Mill District Focus Area goals and policy (Goal LU-14, Focus Area: Mill District) and Program LU‐16 calls for the preparation and adoption of design and development standards and criteria for the Mill District, and Land Use Element Policy LU-1.3, encourages the use of specific plans for large parcels within the City that would benefit from infrastructure enhancements and carefully planned growth; and WHEREAS, in 2019, the City of Fortuna received grant funding to carry out Mill District land use planning, including infrastructure planning and zoning related to commercial, industrial, and residential development opportunities within the Mill District and adjoining land; and WHEREAS, as a result of this planning, the City of Fortuna chose to prepare a Mill District Specific Plan as the best tool for implementing the Fortuna General Plan, 2030, rather than an Area Plan because specific plans contain concrete standards and development criteria to address the necessary infrastructure and facilities, as well as land uses and open space within the Mill District Focus Area; and
WHEREAS, circumstances and conditions within the City of Fortuna have changed since the adoption of Fortuna General Plan, 2030, and the City seeks to make amendments to the General Plan Land Use Element to modify Mill District Focus Area Policies and Programs and other Land Use Element Policies to facilitate the City’s objectives for this area; and

83 WHEREAS, on September 24, 2024 and January 28, 2025, the Fortuna Planning Commission reviewed and considered the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR) for the Mill District Specific Plan, which was prepared as a supplement to the PEIR for the Fortuna General Plan 2030 to analyze the potential environmental effects of this project and made available for public review on August 30, 2024 with a public period that extends to October 15, 2024, and WHEREAS, on September 24, 2024 and January 28, 2025, the Fortuna Planning Commission reviewed and considered the proposed amendments to the Land Use Element, the Draft Mill District Specific Plan, and the draft Q-Qualified Zone that implements the Mill District Specific Plan, and
WHEREAS, on September 24, 2024 and January 28, 2025, the Fortuna Planning Commission adopted Resolution Nos.P-2024-3118 and P-2025-3121 respectively recommending City Council approval of all Mill District Specific Plan related documents; and WHEREAS, a Final SEIR was prepared for the adoption of the amendments to the Land Use Element, adoption of the Mill District Specific Plan and Implementing Q-Qualified Zone and Design Guidelines, and which was certified by the City Council on February 18, 2025 to have been prepared in compliance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Resolution 2025-03, and which was reviewed and considered by the City Council.

WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of the Ordinance have occurred.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORTUNA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. ZONE AMENDMENT
That Fortuna Municipal Code Title 17, Section 17.02.030, Zoning Map of the City of Fortuna is amended by reclassifying the zoning of property described in Exhibit "A," which is attached and incorporated herein, to implement the Mill District Specific Plan, hereafter “MDSP”. a. The approximately 5.9-acre “Pond Street Area” is hereby reclassified from "C-T'' (Commercial Thoroughfare) to Light Industrial (M-1) / Commercial Thoroughfare (C-T) / Qualified (Q) Zone;
b. Approximately 0.72 acres of the “Central Area” is hereby reclassified from "C-T'' (Commercial Thoroughfare) to Light Industrial (M-1) / Commercial Thoroughfare (C-T) / Qualified (Q) Zone
c. Approximately 49.73 acres of the “Central Area,” 8.42 acre “Strongs Creek Area,” and 7.79 acre “Mill Creek Area” are hereby reclassified from "M-2" (Heavy Industrial) to Light Industrial (M-1) / Commercial Thoroughfare (C-T) / Qualified (Q) Zone; and
d. The approximately 12.1-acre Creek Riparian and Trails Area is hereby reclassified from "M-2" (Heavy Industrial) to Light Industrial (M-1) / Commercial Thoroughfare (C-T) / Qualified (Q) Zone;

83 SECTION 2. ZONE QUALIFICATION
The special restrictions and regulations outlined in Section 4 herein apply to the property reclassified from Heavy Industrial (M-2). and Commercial Thoroughfare (C-T) to Light Industrial (M-1) / Commercial Thoroughfare (C-T) / Qualified (Q) Zone (described in Exhibit A), under Fortuna Zoning Regulations Section 17.04.090, which allows the modification of principal zones by adding or deleting principal permitted or conditional uses to implement the Fortuna General Plan and the MDSP.

SECTION 3. PURPOSE OF QUALIFICATION
The special restrictions and regulations imposed on the properties described in Exhibit A are to specify the principally and conditionally permitted uses, standards relating to height, setbacks, residential density and ground coverage or FAR, off-site parking, design review performance standards, landscaping standards, and buffer standards consistent with the MDSP.

SECTION 4. SPECIAL RESTRICTIONS
Principal permitted uses and conditionally permitted uses otherwise allowed under the Light Industrial (M-2) and Commercial Thoroughfare (C-T) Zones of Fortuna Zoning Regulations Sections 17.03.022 and 17.03.030 shall not be allowed on the property described in Exhibit A except as provided for below:
(a) Land Use Permit Requirements
Use Types
Permit Type
Pond Street,
Central,
Strongs Creek, and
Mill Creek Area
Creek Riparian and
Trails Area
Retail Sales
General retailsales and services P NA
Building Materials Stores and Yards UP NA
Shopping center UP NA
Automobile, Truck, RV, and Agricultural Vehicle and
Equipment Sales P NA
Retail Services
Restaurant P NA
Restaurant, Drive Thru UP NA
Micro-brewery, winery, distillery P NA
Food truck P NA
General automotive services P NA
Food production (coffee roasting, bakery, butcher) P NA Veterinary facilities P NA
Automobile, Truck, RV, and Agricultural Vehicles and
Equipment Service UP NA

83 Use Types
Permit Type
Pond Street,
Central,
Strongs Creek, and
Mill Creek Area
Creek Riparian and
Trails Area
Professional Services
Office P NA
Financialservices P NA
Medical, dental and related services P NA
Industrial
Artisan’s workshop or handicraft manufacture P NA
Contractors’ shops and yards P NA
Manufacturing,smallscale UP NA
Manufacturing, minor Light UP NA
Manufacturing, Heavy UP NA
Petroleum Product Storage and Distribution UP NA
Research/Light Industrial UP NA
Wholesaling and distribution UP NA
Storage, Yards UP NA
Storage, Internal Warehouse UP NA
Storage, personalstorage facility UP NA

83 Use Types
Permit Type
Pond Street,
Central,
Strongs Creek, and
Mill Creek Area
Creek Riparian and
Trails Area
Lodging
Hotels and inns UP NA
Motel UP NA
Recreational Vehicle Park NA NA
Residential
Multiple dwelling units (up to five) P NA
Mixed-use with residential on upper floors or located
behind commercial buildings P NA
Work/live format (i.e.,residence above or behind a
studio orshop space) P NA
Guest House (not associated with primary use) NA NA
Child care facilities Note 1 NA
Community care facilities Note 1 NA
Family Day Care Note 1 or UP if not
State regulated NA
Senior Housing Complex UP NA
Manufactured home parks NA NA
Emergency Shelters NA NA
Caretakers Residence P NA
Home Occupations P NA
Bed and Breakfast as accessory use P NA
Open Space Use Types
Wetland Restoration UP UP
Fish and wildlife management UP UP
Watershed Management UP UP
Nature study P P
Trails UP UP
Park Use Types
Public Recreation UP UP
Farmers/Seasonal Market UP NA
Multi-Use Plaza Areas UP NA
Amphitheaters UP NA
Neighborhood or Regional Park UP UP
Civic Use Types
Offices, Government P NA

83 Use Types
Permit Type
Pond Street,
Central,
Strongs Creek, and
Mill Creek Area
Creek Riparian and
Trails Area
Civic buildings P NA
Community Assembly UP NA
Public art galleries P NA
Incidental public service purposes P UP
Essential Services UP NA
Transit Centers UP NA
Community Scale Renewable Energy Generation and
Distribution Facilities UP NA
Notes: P = Permitted, UP = Use Permit, NA = Not Allowed.

All Permitted uses also require staff-level Zoning Clearance Review to ensure consistency with the MDSP and require additional entitlements approved by the appropriate review authority, such as Design Review.

1. Consistent with State Requirements
(b) Development Standards
Standard
Pond Street, Central,
Strongs Creek, and Mill
Creek Area
Creek Riparian and Trails
Area
Minimum Lot Size 5,000 None
Minimum Lot Width 60 None
Maximum Lot Coverage None except 60% for
industrial uses
None
Floor Area Ratio Nonresidential floor area
ratio shall not exceed 0.8,
except that the floor area
ratio for mixed use shall
not exceed 2.0
Not applicable
Maximum Building Height for industrial
uses <200 feet of the boundary of any R
district
Within 200 feet of the
boundary of any R district,
no building or structure
shall exceed the maximum
height permitted in such
adjoining R district
Not applicable
Maximum Building Height > 200 feet from
the boundary of any R district
48 Not applicable
Setbacks
Front None None

83 Standard
Pond Street, Central,
Strongs Creek, and Mill
Creek Area
Creek Riparian and Trails
Area
Side None, except when
abutting an R district, then
not less than 15 ft.

None
Rear 10 feet except when
abutting an R district, then
at least 20 feet. Exceptions
may be granted through a
use permit.

None
(c) Other Standards
Other Standard
Pond Street, Central,
Strongs Creek and Mill
Creek Area
Creek Riparian and Trails
Area
Building, buffer, and landscape design
guidelines of the Mill District Specific Plan
See: Mill District Specific
Plan
See: Mill District Specific
Plan
Driveways Each lot shall be allowed a
maximum of two driveways
unless more are permitted
under design review
Not applicable
Signs See: Mill District Specific
Plan
See: Mill District Specific
Plan
Indoor/outdoor activities See: Mill District Specific
Plan
Only outdoor activities
related to allowed uses
Off-street Parking 17.05.140 Off-street
parking and loading
standards are applicable,
and Section 17.05.140(N),
Modification of
Requirements, shall be
broadly interpreted to
achieve the objectives and
policies of the MDSP until
MDSP-specific off-street
parking standards are
adopted.

Not applicable
SECTION 5. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:

Exhibit A of this ordinance identifies the areas to be rezoned.

SECTION 6. EFFECTIVE DATE:

This ordinance shall take effect and be in full force thirty (30) days from adoption. A summary shall be published at least five (5) days before the date of adoption and again fifteen days after the passage of this ordinance. It shall be published at least once with the names of the City

83 Council Members voting for and against the ordinance in a newspaper of general circulation published in the County of Humboldt, State of California.

INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING CONDUCTED at a regular meeting of the Fortuna City Council on this 18th day of February, 2025 by the following vote:

AYES: Council Member Conley, King, Mayor Pro Tem Trent, Mayor Johnson NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
_____
Mike Johnson, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Siana L. Emmons, City Clerk
SECOND READING PERFORMED AND ADOPTED on the 3rd day of March, 2025 by the following vote:

AYES:

NAYS:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

Mike Johnson, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________
Siana L. Emmons, City Clerk

83 Q-Zone Exhibit "A" MDSP Areas Subject to MDSP Q-Qualified Zone Business Item 5b

STAFF REPORT
City Council Business Item
DATE: March 3, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
FROM: Amy Nilsen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Fortuna Business Improvement District Annual Report and By-Law Amendments
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the Council accept, with or without modification, the Fortuna Business Improvement District (FBID) Annual Report and the FBID By-Law Amendments.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1. FBID By-Law Amendments
On October, 22, 2024 the FBID Advisory Committee created an FBID Ad Hoc Committee to review and update the by-laws as well as review modifying the method and basis of levying the assessment. On February 18, 2025, the FBID Advisory Committee approved by-law amendments as well as levying a flat $25 assessment as recommended by the FBID Ad Hoc Committee.

The FBID by-law amendments include:

Changes to Article II. Purpose
• Added clarifying language on purpose.

Changes to Article III. Committee Members and District City Staff Member • Removed core areas from committee members to business license holder in retail, professional and service, manufacturing/wholesale, and hospitality (four representatives). The City Council member would remain and become a voting member. This also reduces the committee members from seven to five. • Removed reference to FBID administrator.
• Added clarifying language for City staff’s role in FBID.

Changes to Article IV. Membership
• Updated language for consistency
• Provided more leeway for Advisory Committee members to be selected.

Changes to Article V. Term of Membership
• Removed reference to FBID administrator.

Business Item 5b

Article VI. Membership Duties and Responsibilities
• Provided voting privileges for the appointed City Council member. • Removed reference to FBID administrator
• Removed reference to Core areas.

Article VII. Meetings
• Added clarifying language on calling meetings.

Article IX. Agenda and Minutes and Article X. Finance
• These articles were moved to Article III.

Article XIV. Offices
• Removed this section since there is no longer an FBID administrator.

In addition, the FBID Advisory Committee recommends reinstating the assessment for Fiscal Year 2025-26 at a flat assessment of $25.00 for every business within the City of Fortuna which would generate approximately $16,500 annually.

2. FBID Annual Report
The Fortuna Business Improvement District (“FBID”) was established by the City in 1990 under the Parking and Business Improvement Area Law of 1989 (California Streets and Highways Code §§ 36500 et seq.) to benefit and promote the City’s businesses. Under the enabling statute, the Council is required to approve an annual report that contains the following information:
(1) Any proposed changes in the boundaries of FBID or in any benefit zones within the area.
(2) The improvements and activities to be provided for that fiscal year. (3) An estimate of the cost of providing the improvements and the activities for that fiscal year.
(4) The method and basis of levying the assessment in sufficient detail to allow each business owner to estimate the amount of the assessment to be levied against his or her business for that fiscal year.
(5) The amount of any surplus or deficit revenues to be carried over from a previous fiscal year.
(6) The amount of any contributions to be made from sources other than assessments levied pursuant to this part.

The annual report (Attachment 1) is before your Council. The Council may approve the report as filed or may modify the report and approve it as modified.

Business Item 5b

As noted above, FBID was established by the City for the purpose of imposing benefit assessments and charges on businesses for certain identified purposes, including:
• Promote public events which are to take place on or in public places in the district; • Decorate public places in the district;
• Furnish music in public places in the district;
• General promotion of business activities in the district; and • Demonstrate to the District through a report the use of funds, attendance, and/or community benefit.

A. PROPOSED CHANGES IN THE FBID BOUNDARIES:

There are no proposed changes to the FBID boundaries; however, as set forth below and in the annual report and by-law amendments, it is recommended that the Council remove the core area designations for the Downtown core area, the Strongs Creek core area, and the Redwood Village core area. This will reduce the number of FBID Advisory Committee Members from seven to five.

B. SUMMARY OF ACTIVITIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025:

Calendar Year 2024
March
• Approved $360 in a one-time expense for Downtown Merchants for annual rent of a storage unit.

May
• City Council voted to not levy an assessment for FBID for Fiscal Year 2024-25.

June
• Approved $1,001 for the Fortuna Fireworks and 3rd of July Festival • Approved $7,500 for the Fortuna Downtown Business Association.

October
• Created an Ad Hoc Committee with members Kris Mobley and Fred Robinson to work with City Manager on FBID By-Laws and to consider a flat assessment. • Approved $2,500 for the Al Gray Lighted parade.
• Staff deleted FBID social media accounts and Adopt-a-Block signs were removed.

Calendar Year 2025 Year-To-Date
• Approved by-law amendments and recommendation to reinstate a flat $25.00 assessment per business.

C. BUDGET SUMMARY:

The FBID Advisory Committee reviewed and recommended that the Council accept the annual report and budget for FBID on February 18, 2024. FBID currently has no Business Item 5b

assessment for Fiscal Year 2024-25. FBID in prior fiscal years collected approximately $65,000 in assessments.

The total expenditures for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 year-to-date are $16,523.65. Total revenue for FY 2024-25 was $0.00 since no assessment was levied. If the City Council approves an assessment to be levied the proposed budget for the next fiscal year will be approved with the City’s annual budget.

The FBID fund has a current balance of $39,750 with $6,350 reserved for funding in the Redwood Village Core Area and $3,150 reserved for funding in the Strongs Creek Core Area. This leaves $30,250 that can be spent with no Core Area restrictions. The previous FBID administrator left earlier than expected in FY 2023-24 and therefore there were salary savings which explains the higher than anticipated fund balance.

D. LEVY OF ASSESSMENT
For Fiscal Year 2024-25 no assessment was levied on businesses. The FBID Ad Hoc Committee met on November 15 and 22, 2024 and December 19, 2024 where the committee considered multiple options for how the assessment should be LEVIED for Fiscal Year 2025-26. The FBID Ad Hoc recommended moving to a simplified assessment model with a flat rate of $25.00. The FBID Advisory Committee agreed with the Ad Hoc and on February 18, 2025 recommended to the City Council a flat $25.00 assessment be levied for Fiscal Year 2025-26. There are approximately 660 businesses in Fortuna and a $25.00 assessment would generate $16,500.

If an assessment is approved at a $25 flat fee and the core areas are removed, approximately $16,500 would be generated annually. This would cover “seed” money for events, or could be used to cover some of the costs to the Downtown Merchants to pay for event insurance, storage or other low cost projects. Additionally, other groups could request funding for new events or financial support for other activities consistent with the City’s municipal code. Under this model, the city would not have a staff person, and would not organize events using funds from the FBID assessment.

It is the recommendation of the FBID Advisory Committee and staff that the Council make the following changes:

1. That, without changing the overall boundaries of the District, the Council dedesignate the core areas within the District; and reassess and revise the basis and method of collection of the assessment to a flat rate of $25 per business.

A change in the amount of the assessment and the elimination of the core areas would need to be memorialized in the Council’s annual resolution declaring its intention to levy the assessment and the resolution (following a public hearing) adopting the levy for the next fiscal year. Staff is seeking direction on the proposed levy from the Council to be able to bring forward the intent to levy the assessment and the resolution at an upcoming Council meeting.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

Business Item 5b

If an assessment is approved at a $25 flat fee and the core areas are removed, approximately $16,500 would be generated annually.

The total expenditures for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 year-to-date are $16,523.65. The FBID fund has a current balance of $39,750 with $6,350 reserved for funding in the Redwood Village Core Area and $3,150 reserved for funding in the Strongs Creek Core Area. This leaves $30,250 that can be spent with no Core Area restrictions.

For reference, below is the amount previously collected from a tiered benefit assessment in Fiscal Year 2023-24.

Core Area Assessment Distribution to Core
Area (62%)
Citywide Share
(38%)
Citywide $37,500 $0 $37,500
Downtown $12,500 $7,750 $4,750
Redwood Village $10,000 $6,200 $3,800
Strongs Creek $5,000 $3,100 $1,900
Total $65,000 $17,050 $47,950
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

1. Receive presentation of the FBID annual report and discuss

2. Open Public Comment

3. Close Public Comment

4. Motion to adopt the FBID Annual Report either (1) as presented or (2) with specified modifications and provide direction on the proposed changes to assessment. Voice vote.

ATTACHMENTS:
• FBID 2024-25 Annual Report
• Amended FBID By-Laws
FBID Annual Report 2024/2025

DRAFT FBID ANNUAL REPORT - 2024/2025
FBID Annual Report 2024/2025

1. Proposed Changes in the Boundaries of FBID or in any Benefit Zones There are no proposed changes to the boundaries during Fiscal Year 2024-25. However, there are recommended changes for Fiscal Year 2025-26 to dissolve the core areas (Downtown, Redwood Village, Strongs Creek) in favor of one overall citywide benefit zone.

2. Improvements and Activities to be Provided
Calendar Year 2024
March
• Approved $360 in a one-time expense for Downtown Merchants for annual rent of a storage unit.

May
• City Council voted to not levy an assessment for FBID for Fiscal Year 2024-25.

June
• Approved $1,001 for the Fortuna Fireworks and 3rd of July Festival • Approved $7,500 for the Fortuna Downtown Business Association.

October
• Created an Ad Hoc Committee with members Chris Mobley and Fred Robinson to work with City Manager on FBID By-Laws and to consider a flat assessment. • Approved $2,500 for the Al Gray Lighted parade.
• Staff deleted FBID social media accounts and Adopt-a-Block signs were removed.

3. Estimate of the Cost of Providing the Improvements and the Activities The amount collected through the assessments of Fortuna businesses for FY 24-25 was suspended for the fiscal year.

FBID Annual Report 2024/2025

Adopted Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25 by Fortuna City Council:

FBID Detailed Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25
Annual

REVENUE
FBID Assessments
Citywide $0.00
Total Revenue $0.00

EXPENSES
Office
Cell Phone Service $500.00
Financial Services
Audit $1,000.00
Professional Services
Attorney $1,000.00
Marketing & Promotion
Core Area Disbursements $7,500.00
Special Events/Functions
Lighted Parade $3,000.00
FBID Annual Report 2024/2025

Kids Free Movies $2,000.00
Shop Fortuna for the Holidays $1,000.00
LipSync or Music Event $2,000.00
Banners $4,000.00
Total Expenses $22,000.00
Net Annual Surplus/(Deficit) $(22,000.00)
Actual Financials (Year to date) 2024-2025
YTD
INCOME
FBID Assessments
Citywide $0.00
Total Revenue $0.00

EXPENSES
Office
Cell Phone Service $315.51
Marketing & Promotion
Core Area Disbursements –
Downtown Merchants
$7,500.00
Special Events/Functions
Lighted Parade $2,207.51
Kids Free Movies $0.00
Fireworks Festival Reimbursement $1,004.24
LipSync or Music Event $1,000.00
Apple Harvest $1,648.26
Banners $2,848.13
Total Expenses $16,523.65
Net Annual Surplus/(Deficit) $(16,523.65)

4. Method and Basis of Levying the Assessment in Sufficient Detail to Allow Each Business Owner to Estimate the Amount of the Assessment
The method of the assessment is consistent with the method specified within the Fortuna Municipal Code and is shown below. For Fiscal Year 2024-25 the assessment was suspended for the one year and not collected.

FBID Annual Report 2024/2025

5.40.030 Benefit assessment.

All businesses, trades and professions located within the boundaries shown on Exhibit A attached to the ordinance codified in this chapter and found on file in the office of the city clerk, shall, commencing July 1, 1990, pay a benefit assessment in addition to the city business license fee, in the amounts identified in Exhibit B as amended on March 18, 2002, and attached to the ordinance codified in this chapter and found on file in the office of the city clerk.

The benefit assessment shall be payable annually during each fiscal year, as provided in FMC 5.40.080. (Ord. 2002-636 § 2; Ord. 94-595 § 2; Ord. 90-550 § 1(B)).

5.40.080 Collection of benefit assessment.

The benefit assessment authorized by the ordinance codified in this chapter shall be billed by the city as of July 1st of each fiscal year and shall be paid within 30 days thereafter. Each billing shall represent 100 percent of the annual assessment. It shall be unlawful for any person to transact and carry on any business in the city without first having paid the required Fortuna business improvement district assessment. This obligation shall be enforced by the city, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 1.08 FMC. (Ord. 2003-640 § 1; Ord. 2002-636 § 2; Ord. 90-550 § 2).

Exhibit A
FBID Annual Report 2024/2025

In addition, it is recommended the assessment for Fiscal Year 2025-26 be reinstated. However, instead of an assessment based on gross receipts it is recommended a flat assessment of $25.00 for all businesses within the City of Fortuna be assessed. There are approximately 660 businesses in Fortuna which would generate approximately $16,500 annually. This recommendation means the Fortuna Municipal Code will need to be amended to address the flat assessment of $25.00 and the removal of the core areas. The reinstatement of the benefit assessment as well as the amendments to the Fortuna Municipal Code will need to be approved by the City Council through a process designated by law.

It is also recommended to move to a tiered assessment in Fiscal Year 2026-27 when the City transitions to Invoice Cloud which would allow for a three-tiered assessment based on gross receipts. The process of moving to a tiered assessment would begin in early 2026.

5. Amount of Any Surplus or Deficit Revenues to be Carried Over from Previous Fiscal Year.

The amount of money generated by the FBID Assessment to be carried over from fiscal year 2023- 24 is approximately $17,750. It is anticipated that $0 revenue will be carried over from FY 2024- 25 as no assessment was charged. The FBID fund has a current balance of $39,750 from previous fiscal years with $6,350 reserved for funding in the Redwood Village Core Area and $3,150 reserved for funding in the Strongs Creek Core Area. This leaves $30,250 that can be spent with no Core Area restrictions. The previous FBID administrator left earlier than expected in FY 23- 24 and therefore there were salary savings which explains the higher than anticipated fund balance.

If any monies are remaining from previous fiscal years, the Fortuna business assessment funds will remain in the FBID account for the next fiscal year’s activities and expenditures. The assessment funds are to be used only for FBID budget, as they are not a tax and cannot be used for general City purposes.

6. Amount of any Contributions to be Made from Sources Other than Assessments Levied The events FBID hosts are open to collecting participation fees, such as booth fees for a marketplace event and entry fees to participate in the Al Gray Lighted Parade, to name a couple possible revenue building streams. These contributions from vendors assist with offsetting the cost of the event, but the amounts collected do not completely cover the cost of the event.

Fortuna Business Improvement District By-Laws
DATE: January 2025
ARTICLE I. NAME
The name of this District shall be the Fortuna Business Improvement District. This District is a department of the City of Fortuna and shall act in accordance with the City of Fortuna Municipal Code Chapter 5.40.

ARTICLE II. PURPOSE
The Fortuna Business Improvement District, serving the City of Fortuna, is committed to promoting businesses located within the City of Fortuna district. All businesses, trades and professions located within the boundaries shown on Exhibit A attached to the ordinance codified in Chapter 5.40 of the Municipal Code. The District accomplishes its mission with the benefit assessment funds by passing funds onto organizations that demonstrate the ability to:
• Promote public events which are to take place on or in public places in the district; • Decorate public places in the district;
• Furnish music in public places in the district;
• General promotion of business activities in the district; and • Demonstrate to the District through a report the use of funds, attendance, and/or community benefit.

ARTICLE III. COMMITTEE MEMBERS AND CITY STAFF
A. Committee Members
a. Fortuna Business Improvement District shall have the following committee members from the current business license status and other stated representatives:

1. Retail, professional and service, manufacturing/wholesale, and hospitality; four representatives

2. City council liaison, one representative;
B. The City of Fortuna Council Members, subject to the recommendation of the District, shall appoint such standing, special, or ad hoc committees as may be required by the bylaws, as council members find necessary. Advisory Committee Members shall be appointed by and responsible to the City of Fortuna Council Members.

C. At the first meeting of the calendar year the Advisory Committee shall nominate a Chair for the committee by a majority vote. The Chair shall conduct the meeting. Once the Chair is selected, a nomination and a vote for a Vice Chair shall commence. In the absence of the Chair, the Vice Chair shall conduct the meeting. The Chair shall perform such other duties as usually required of the Advisory Committee.

D. Duties of City Staff to the District:

AGENDA AND MINUTES

1. Before each meeting an agenda will be prepared by City staff and provided to each Advisory Committee Member as well as the past meeting minutes and any documents that are to be discussed during the upcoming meeting, in accordance to the Ralph M. Brown Act.

2. The minutes from each meeting will be action minutes and subject to comment and revision at the following meeting before approval. A draft of the minutes will be provided to each Advisory Committee Member prior to the upcoming meeting in accordance to the Ralph M. Brown Act.

FINANCES

1. The fiscal year of the District shall follow the same fiscal year as the City of Fortuna, currently July 1 through June 30. The District finances shall be handled in an advisory role whereby the Committee is to make recommendations to the City Council in cooperation with the City of Fortuna Finance Department. The City of Fortuna Finance Department is to assist with and the City Council approves the Advisory Committee’s budget and financial disbursements. All district finances will be handled according to City approved policies and procedures, including but not limited to the receipt and disbursement of funds and file retention.

RELATIONSHIPS

1. City staff shall maintain positive and supportive relationships with benefit assessed businesses in the City of Fortuna District.

ARTICLE IV. MEMBERSHIP
A. Advisory Committee Members:

1. The Advisory Committee members of this District shall be current City of Fortuna business license holders that are current on the benefit assessment, with exception to the City Council liaison.

2. The Advisory Committee members become members by appointment by the City of Fortuna Council Members.

3. The authorized number of members of the Advisory Committee of the District shall be five as modified by amendment of the City of Fortuna Municipal Code Chapter 5.40.

4. The City Council, in making appointments to the Advisory Committee, shall endeavor to make appointments so that the following categories of businesses are represented on the Advisory Committee:

Retail, professional and service, manufacturing/wholesale, and hospitality, four representatives; and one representative from the City Council.

ARTICLE V. TERM OF MEMBERSHIP
A. Terms of Advisory Committee Members:

1. Committee Members shall be appointed every two years by the City of Fortuna Council Members at one of the regular council meetings. Appointments shall be by ballot and a majority of the votes cast shall elect.

2. The terms of the Committee Members shall be staggered such that the terms of one-third of the Committee end in odd years and the remaining end in even years.

3. Each Committee Member shall take office in January, and serve a two-year term and may be re-appointed consecutively to the same position for an additional two-year term.

B. Vacancies and Removal:

1. A vacancy in the Committee Members shall be filled by the appointment of the City of Fortuna Council.

2. Any Committee Member may be removed from appointment or suspended from appointment by a vote of two-thirds of the City Council members at a regular meeting.

Removal or suspension may be with or without cause. The person under consideration shall be given an opportunity to be heard at the meeting with sufficient notice of the proposed removal or suspension, the person under consideration shall not be counted in determining the presence of a quorum not whether the required two-thirds vote has been obtained. Upon a vote of removal or suspension of a committee member, the City of Fortuna Council Members shall appoint a replacement committee member in their respective member area.

ARTICLE VI. MEMBERSHIP DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Voting: Each committee member is entitled to one vote.

B. Privileges: Each committee member shall be entitled to all services of the District.

C. Participation: Each committee member shall be entitled to participate in all District events.

D. Responsibilities: The Advisory Committee shall make recommendations and report to the City Council on the general expenditure of revenues derived from the levy of assessments pursuant to the Municipal Code Chapter 5.40, on the classification of businesses, as applicable, and on the method and basis of levying the assessments, among other responsibilities as may be directed by the city council or as required by law.

ARTICLE VII. MEETINGS
A. The business meetings of the membership will be held quarterly. Notification of this meeting shall be made 72 hours or more prior to said meeting, in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code commencing with Section 54950).

B. The meetings shall be held at the Fortuna City Hall located at 621 11th Street Fortuna, Ca 95540.

C. City staff and/or the Advisory Committee Chair may call other meetings. Notice will be given to all committee members in as much advanced notice as possible, but not less than 24 hours, for any special meetings called, in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code commencing with Section 54950).

D. Quorum: At all meetings of the District, a quorum shall consist of a majority of the Committee Members and the affirmative or negative vote of a majority of the entire membership shall be necessary for the final transaction of any business. (Ord. 2006-663 § 2). A quorum is to equal one half of the committee members plus one.

ARTICLE VIII. OPEN MEETING REQUIREMENT
A. The Advisory Committee meetings shall be open to the public and subject to the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code commencing with Section 54950). Upon request, the video conference link will be shared with the public in order to comply with fore mentioned Brown Act.

B. Any member of the public may address the Committee on any item within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City of Fortuna during the “Oral Comments from the Public” portion of the agenda. This need not be related to any item on the agenda; however, the Committee cannot act on any item unless it was noticed on the agenda. It is the practice of the Committee to hold public comment for every item of business of the agenda at the time that item is heard. The FBID Administrator requests that each person addressing the Committee limit themselves to three (3) minutes.

C. Closed meetings are permitted only if they meet defined purposes and follow special requirements set-forth by the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code commencing with Section 54950).

ARTICLE IX. PARLIAMENTARY AUTHORITY
The rules contained in the City of Fortuna, Municipal Code Chapter 5.40, shall govern the District in all cases to which they are applicable and in which they are not inconsistent with the bylaws or the special rules of order of the District.

ARTICLE X. CITY OF FORTUNA POLICIES
This District shall abide by all applicable policies instituted by the City of Fortuna and in conjunction with the Municipal Code Chapter 5.40.

ARTICLE XII. AMENDMENTS
These bylaws may be amended by a vote of two-thirds of the members of the District present at any regular meeting or at a special meeting called for that purpose. The membership shall be notified of adopted bylaw amendments by the most feasible means.

ARTICLE XV. EFFECTIVE DATE
These bylaws shall take effect immediately upon adoption.

PASSED AND ADOPTED on this 18th day of February, 2025 by the following vote; AYES: Board Member Amen, Gossett, Strehl, Chair Robinson NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Board Member Gonzalez
Business Item 5c

STAFF REPORT
City Council Business Item
DATE: March 3, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
FROM: Amy Nilsen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Professional Services Agreement with LACO Associates for Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grants for the Newburg Park, Vancil Forest Parcel, and Riverwalk Park
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with LACO Associates to complete three Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grants for Newburg Park, Vancil Forest Parcel, and Riverwalk Park in an amount not to exceed $27,500.

BACKGROUND:

The City’s General Plan identified a series of Parks goals, policies, and programs to: develop and promote a balanced park system with a balance of passive and active recreation opportunities; acquire adjacent parkland; identify and adequately fund the development of new and existing parks; multi-agency coordination in planning, developing, protecting, and managing park resources; support community pool efforts; and identify and acquire lands with significant natural resources. The recent activities below support the General Plan’s goals, policies, and programs. • Acquisition of 2.66 acres of land to expand Newburg Park. • The City has received $171,000 from the California State Parks Habitat Conservation Fund grant for the proposed acquisition of approximately 6.25 acres of redwood forestland that is adjacent to a 13-acre redwood forest parcel (Vancil parcel) already owned by the City of Fortuna and the 55-acre City owned Rohner Park and Rohner Community Forest. The parcel proposed for acquisition would connect existing City owned forested properties to create a 74.25 acre contiguous publically owned forest. The City recently submitted a grant proposal to the USDA Community Forest and Open Space Conservation Program in the amount of $126,000 to complete the land acquisition. • The City received notification that the State Coastal Conservancy will award $1,000,000 to acquire 237 acres along the Lower Eel River, of which 7.2 acres, near the River Lodge, will remain with the City, while 229.6 acres will be returned to Wiyot Tribe for ceremonial purposes, restoration, and public access. This grant funding is in addition to $620,194 in grant dollars from the California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA) River Parkways grant. There is still an administrative process the City needs to pursue with the SCC to make the final acquisition
Business Item 5c

The future development of these park parcels within the City is dependent on grant funding, as the City does not currently have the financial resources to do so. Therefore, the City has been steadily working to identify development funding for Newburg Park, Vancil Forest Parcel, and Riverwalk Park.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) has been identified as a funding source for park’s development. The LWCF grants provide funding for the acquisition or development of land to create new outdoor recreation opportunities for the health and wellness of Californians.

There is $35 million available statewide with a maximum request of $6 million. There is a 50% match requirement. In addition, staff have worked to identify a resource to assist with grant development as is consistent in the past. LACO and Associates have previously provided technical assistance with the Riverwalk Park and therefore are in a unique position to assist the City. The grants would be developed to provide the following:

1. Newburg Park: Expand park footprint to incorporate a recently acquired adjacent parcel.

The City has prepared a concept site plan for this expansion to include soccer fields, restrooms, and a “snack shack” to support future organized outdoor recreation at the site.

2. Vancil Forest Parcel: Pursue funding for either the acquisition of the Vancil Forest parcel or for recreational development on the property, pending acquisition status prior to the LWCF deadline. The City is awaiting an award decision on a prior funding application for acquisition funds for the parcel. Should that grant be awarded, LWCF funds would be requested to develop the site. Should the previously-submitted acquisition funding application be unsuccessful, the City would like to apply for acquisition funding under LWCF.

3. Riverwalk Park: Enhance park with new recreational features based on the City’s conceptual plan. LACO supported the City in preparing an application to develop this site as a park in 2022 and will leverage materials generated during that process in developing this application.

Staff is requesting that the council authorize the City manager to execute a contract for up to $27,500 with LACO Associates for their assistance.

Business Item 5c

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

The proposed cost for the services from LACO Associates is expected to be up to $27,500. This work is budgeted in Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget under Measure E, General Park Acquisition and Improvements.

RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION

1. Receive staff report and review questions with staff

2. Open Public Comment

3. Close Public Comment

4. Motion to authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with LACO Associates to assist the city with three LWCF grant applications in an amount not to exceed $27,500.

Voice vote.

ATTACHMENT:
• Agreement with LACO Associates
21 W Fourth Street
Eureka, CA 95501
707 443-5054
1072 N State Street
Ukiah, CA 95482
707 462-0222
1550 Airport Blvd., Suite 120
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
707 525-1222
2561 California Park Dr., #200
Chico, CA 95928
530 801-6170
Toll Free 800 515-5054
Native Owned | Community Partners | Trusted Advisors
PROJECT NO. 7158.15
ENGINEERING SERVICE AGREEMENT for Grants/Economic Dvlp Services City of Fortuna, referred to as “CLIENT”, requests, and LACO Associates, referred to as “LACO”, agree to provide Grants/Economic Dvlp services for the following project.

Project Name: City of Fortuna: 2025 LWCF
Project Location: Fortuna, California
Description of Scope and Services to Be Provided
• See Exhibit A dated February 26, 2025
Estimated Completion Time Frame
• July 25, 2025
*Estimated date of completion is contingent on when we receive the signed agreement and specified retainer.

Prevailing Wage rates do not apply to this project.

Payment Terms: Net 15
CLIENT agrees to pay at the hourly rates and to pay all other costs for the work or portion of work performed as set forth in the “SCHEDULE OF RATES” attached and made a part of this Agreement. The time and material based not to exceed fee is: $27,500* *This is an estimate of the anticipated costs associated with the services we are proposing to provide. An estimate is made with our best professional judgment, but we cannot anticipate everything that will happen during the course of completing your project and there are often unforeseen circumstances or conditions that result in a greater commitment of staff resources than the originally estimated amount. LACO reserves the right, as a condition of this service agreement, to invoice up to an amount 10% greater than the amount originally estimated without CLIENT consultation and without a fully executed service agreement amendment.

A retainer of $0, 0% of the estimated fee, to be applied to the FINAL invoice, must accompany signed agreement.

This agreement includes the following attachments: GENERAL CONDITIONS, labeled GEN2007, Schedule of Rates, and others (if any) noted above.

This agreement is entered on this day, February 26, 2025, in Eureka, Humboldt County, California.

SIGNED ______________________________ SIGNED ______________________________ LACO Associates
21 West Fourth Street PRINTED _____________________________ Eureka, California 95501
(707) 443-5054 DATE ________________________________
Principal: Michael D. Nelson CLIENT: City of Fortuna
PM: Jordan R. Blough
ADDRESS: PO Box 545
Fortuna, California 95540
PHONE: (707) 725-1479
Received on Retainer _____________________ EMAIL: [email protected] Amy Nilsen
Project 7158.15, Exhibit A
Initials: LACO _______ CLIENT_______

EXHIBIT A
City of Fortuna
2025 Land & Water Conservation Fund Applications
Fortuna, California
LACO Project No. 7158.15
February 26, 2025
City of Fortuna (Client) has requested professional services from LACO Associates (LACO) to support the preparation of one (1) set of conceptual site plans and maps and three (3) grant funding applications for submittal to the Land & Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) program which has a deadline of August 5, 2025.

PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
The City of Fortuna intends to prepare and submit three (3) proposals to the LWCF program for multiple recreation park projects within the city, including:

1. Newburg Park: Expand park footprint to incorporate a recently acquired adjacent parcel. The City has prepared a concept site plan for this expansion to include soccer fields, restrooms, and a “snack shack” to support future organized outdoor recreation at the site.

2. Vancil Forest Parcel: Pursue funding for either the acquisition of the Vancil Forest parcel or for recreational development on the property, pending acquisition status prior to the LWCF deadline.

LACO understands that the City is awaiting an award decision on a prior funding application for acquisition funds for the parcel. Should that grant be awarded, LWCF funds would be requested to develop the site. Should the previously-submitted acquisition funding application be unsuccessful, the City would like to apply for acquisition funding under LWCF.

3. Riverwalk Park: Enhance park with new recreational features based on the City’s conceptual plan.

LACO supported the City in preparing an application to develop this site as a park in 2022 and will leverage materials generated during that process in developing this application.

SCOPE OF SERVICES
Phase 1000: Project Scoping
LACO will assist the City in refining the project scope for the Vancil Forest Parcel project and will prepare the following materials as required by LWCF for development proposals:
• Project Location Map
• LWCF Boundary Map
• Concept Level Site Plan
This Phase assumes up to three (3), one-hour meetings. The total fee estimate within this task can be reduced should the City require an acquisition application rather than a park development application for Vancil Forest.

Phase 2000: Newburg Park Grant Application Development
LACO will assist the City in preparing one (1) LWCF application for the Newburg Park project, to consist of the following components per the LWCF Application Item Checklist:
• LWCF Application Form
• Authorizing Resolution
• Project Summary
• Project Selection Criteria
• Detailed Budget Narrative
• CEQA Compliance
• Project Location Map
• Community FactFinder Report and Park Access Tool Report Project 7158.15, Exhibit A
Initials: LACO _______ CLIENT_______
The City has submitted a previous funding application for Newburg Park, which will serve as a reference for background information during the development of the LWCF proposal.

Phase 3000: Vancil Forest Parcel Grant Application Development LACO will assist the City in preparing one (1) LWCF application for the Vancil Forest Parcel project, to include all required LWCF Application Checklist items as identified in Phase 2000. LACO will work closely with the City during Phase 1000 to develop the project scope and program prior to preparing the LWCF application.

Phase 4000: Riverwalk Park Grant Application Development LACO will assist the City in preparing one (1) LWCF application for the Riverwalk Park project, to include all required LWCF Application Checklist items as identified in Phase 2000.

The City submitted a previous funding application to develop this site into a park in 2022. LACO will leverage these existing materials, including narrative, conceptual design, and outreach information, to develop the LWCF application, and will update the design and cost estimate to align with LWCF requirements.

DELIVERABLE
Electronic copies (word documents and PDFs) of the application materials will be delivered to Client.

SCHEDULE
LACO will deliver one (1) set of conceptual site plans and maps for Vancil Forest and three (3) complete sets of LWCF application materials for City review and submittal by July 25, 2025.

FEE
Phase Task Description Estimated
Fee
1000 Project Scoping $7,000
2000 Newburg Park Grant Application Development $6,000
3000 Vancil Crosswhite Parcel Grant Application Development $8,500 4000 Riverwalk Park Grant Application Development $6,000 Total Estimated Fee $27,500
LACO will invoice Client based on time and materials. The estimated fee is $27,500*. *This is an estimate of the anticipated costs associated with the services we are proposing to provide. An estimate is made with our best, professional judgment but we cannot anticipate everything that will happen during the course of completing your project and there are often unforeseen circumstances or conditions that result in a greater commitment of staff resources than the originally estimated amount. LACO reserves the right, as a condition of this service agreement, to invoice up to an amount 10% greater than the amount originally estimated without CLIENT consultation and without a fully executed service agreement amendment.

Project 7158.15, Exhibit A
Initials: LACO _______ CLIENT_______

SPECIAL CONDITIONS, ASSUMPTIONS, AND SERVICES NOT PROVIDED • LACO does not make any guarantee of the viability of the project, the date upon which approvals will be received, or the successful completion of the project. LACO does not possess any control over the discretionary approval process employed by any involved government agency, or the timely processing of application submittals.
• CLIENT will pay all public agency fees associated with this project. • Task budgets are estimates of required effort; to meet project objectives, LACO may adjust the budget allocations for tasks but may not invoice in excess of 10 percent of the total estimated cost without written approval from CLIENT.
• LACO assumes free and unrestricted access to the project site over the duration of our contract. • Tasks not specifically identified in the Scope of Services above are not included. • CLIENT will respond promptly (within 2-3 business days) to all LACO correspondence and requests for information in order to maintain the project schedule.
• CLIENT will submit the LWCF applications via the Submittable platform. • Tasks not specifically identified in the Scope of Services above are not included. • Additional services outside of the specific scope of work provided above will not be provided without an amendment to this agreement.
• CLIENT will provide necessary supplemental site information such as site photos, title report, proof of ownership, etc.

City of Fortuna: 2025 LWCF
Initials: LACO _______ CLIENT_______
GEN2007

GENERAL CONDITIONS
LACO will perform only those services outlined in the agreed scope of work, except that CLIENT and LACO may subsequently agree in writing to provide for additional services to be rendered under this agreement for additional, negotiated compensation. The above scope of work represents the minimum program at this time. As the results of records search or other investigations or tests become known, other tests and/or sampling may be recommended to the CLIENT for written approval as Additional Services.

Invoices may be submitted to CLIENT as frequently as every four (4) weeks and/or upon completion of the work and are due and payable when presented. All accounts not paid in full within agreed payment terms will include a late payment charge from the date of the invoice, at the rate of

1.5% per month. If legal action is instituted on this account, the prevailing party shall be awarded such attorney's fees and other costs as the Court may adjudge to be reasonable. The CLIENT acknowledges the requirements of reporting cash payments for services that exceed $10,000 under federal law. Generally, any person, as defined, in a trade or business who receives more than $10,000 in cash in a single transaction or in related transactions must file a Form 8300 with the Internal Revenue Service. CLIENT understands that if such payment(s) are made to LACO, a Form 8300 will have to be submitted by LACO.

If CLIENT for any reason fails to pay the undisputed portion of LACO’s invoices fifteen (15) days after invoice due date, LACO has the right to cease work on the project, and CLIENT agrees to waive any claim against LACO for cessation of services, and shall defend and indemnify LACO from and against any claims for injury or loss stemming from LACO’s cessation of service. CLIENT agrees to pay LACO the cost associated with premature project demobilization.

In the event the project is remobilized, CLIENT agrees to pay the cost of remobilization, and shall renegotiate appropriate contract terms and conditions, such as those associated with budget, schedule, or scope of service.

In the event any bill or portion thereof is disputed by CLIENT, CLIENT shall notify LACO within ten (10) days of receipt of the bill in question, and CLIENT and LACO shall work together to resolve the matter within sixty (60) days of its being called to the attention of LACO. If resolution of the matter is not attained within sixty (60) days, either party may terminate this Agreement in accordance with condition contained herein.

LACO agrees to strive to perform the services set forth in this Agreement in accordance with generally accepted professional practices, in the same or similar localities, related to the nature of the work accomplished, at the time the services are performed. LACO's services shall not be subject to any expressed or implied warranties whatsoever.

LACO's services shall not include directly or indirectly storing, arranging for or actually transporting, disposing, treating or monitoring hazardous substances, hazardous materials, hazardous wastes or hazardous oils, except for delivery of samples to a laboratory. Unless specifically listed in the Proposal or Scope of Work, services exclude testing for the presence of asbestos, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), radon gas, or any airborne pollutants.

CLIENT recognizes that subsurface conditions may vary from those observed at locations where borings, surveys, or explorations are made, and that site conditions may change with time. Data interpretations, and recommendations by LACO will be based solely on information available to LACO.

LACO is responsible for these data, interpretations, recommendations, but will not accept responsibility for other parties' interpretations or use of the information developed. Because geologic and soil formations are inherently random, variable, and indeterminate in nature, the professional services rendered by LACO, and opinions provided with respect to such services under this Agreement (including opinions regarding potential cleanup costs), are not guaranteed to be representative of actual site conditions or contamination or costs, which are subject to change with time as a result of natural or man-made processes.

The CLIENT shall provide all information in its possession, custody, or control which relates to the site, its present and prior uses, or to activities at the site which may bear upon the services of LACO under this Agreement. LACO may rely on the completeness and accuracy of information supplied by CLIENT without further verification.

In recognition of the inherent risk of claims associated with the services to be provided and in consideration of our agreement to perform these services, CLIENT agrees to limit LACO's liability for CLIENT and any third parties arising from LACO's professional acts, errors or omissions, such that the total aggregate liability of engineer to all those named shall not exceed $50,000 or LACO's total fee for services rendered on this project, whichever is greater. (If CLIENT wishes to discuss higher limits and charges involved, he should speak with LACO.) CLIENT further agrees to require of any contractors or subcontractors an identical limitation of LACO's liability for damages suffered by the contractor or subcontractor arising from LACO's professional acts, errors, or omissions. Neither the contractor, nor any of his subcontractors assumes any liability for damages to others which may arise on account of LACO's professional acts, errors or omissions except as otherwise stipulated herein. Limitations on liability and indemnities in this Agreement are business understandings between the parties, voluntarily and knowingly entered into, and shall apply to all theories of recovery, including but not limited to, breach of contract, warranty, tort (including negligence), strict or statutory liability, or any other cause of action, except for willful misconduct or gross negligence.

City of Fortuna: 2025 LWCF
Initials: LACO _______ CLIENT_______
GEN2007
Both CLIENT and LACO agree that, to the extent allowed by law, they will not be liable to each other for special, indirect, or consequential damages arising out of or related to this Agreement, whether caused by negligence, errors, omissions, strict liability, breach of contract, breach of warranty or other cause or causes whatsoever.

By this Agreement, LACO specifically excludes, disclaims and is discharged from any responsibility or liability for all direct or indirect loss or harm resulting from the presence, failure to discover, interception, escape or discharge of hazardous or toxic materials of any kind, including the contamination of soil, water, air or other property as a result thereof. This exclusion included, but is not limited to, exploration, testing, analysis, or recommendations by LACO.

LACO’s scope of work does not include the investigation or detection of the presence of any Biological Pollutants in or around any structure. CLIENT agrees that LACO will have no liability for any claim regarding bodily injury or property damage alleged to arise from or be caused by the presence of or exposure to any Biological Pollutants in or around any structure. In addition, CLIENT will defend, indemnify, and hold harmless LACO from any third party claim for damages alleged to arise from or be caused by the presence of or exposure to any Biological Pollutants in or around any structure, except for damages arising from or caused by LACO’s sole negligence. The term “Biological Pollutants” includes, but is not limited to, molds, fungi, spores, bacteria, and viruses, and the byproducts of any such biological organisms.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, CLIENT agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold LACO, its agents, subcontractors, and employees harmless from and against any and all claims, defense costs, including attorney's fees, damages, and other liabilities arising out of or in any way related to LACO's reports or recommendations concerning this Agreement, LACO's presence on the project property, or the presence, release, or threatened release of asbestos, hazardous substances, or pollutants on or from the project property; provided that CLIENT shall not indemnify LACO against liability for damages to the extent caused by the negligence or intentional misconduct of LACO, its agents, subcontractors, or employees.

CLIENT waives any claim against LACO and agrees to defend, indemnify and hold LACO harmless for injury or loss which may arise as a result of (1) alleged cross-contamination of aquifers caused by sampling, (2) release of pollutants to the environment, (3) drill cuttings, fluids or other presumed hazardous materials being left on-site after containerization by LACO, (4) containing, labeling, transporting, testing, storing, or other handling of contaminated samples, (5) any work, error, omission or negligent act performed by contractors or others under not complete and direct supervision by LACO for the specific task concerned.

CLIENT is responsible for accurately delineating the locations of all underground structures and utilities. LACO will take reasonable precautions to avoid known subterranean structures, and CLIENT agrees to defend, indemnify and hold LACO harmless from any claim or liability for injury or loss, including costs of defense, arising from damage done to subterranean structures and utilities not identified or accurately located.

In the absence of special arrangements, all uncontaminated samples of soil or rocks will be disposed of by LACO sixty (60) days after submission of our report. Soil, water, rock and/or other waste materials generated during work on the project site shall remain the sole property and responsibility of CLIENT. It is CLIENT’s sole responsibility to arrange for lawful disposal of all waste materials. Soil, water, rock and/or other waste materials generated during LACO’s work efforts on behalf of the CLIENT which may be contaminated with hazardous or toxic materials or potentially hazardous or toxic materials will be containerized on the site in approved containers at such times as they may be generated. Such materials may be required by law to be characterized and disposed of within a limited time frame. Arranging for disposal of hazardous or toxic materials or potentially hazardous or toxic materials is specifically excluded from the scope of LACO’s services. Upon written request from the CLIENT, LACO may assist in coordinating or facilitating lawful disposal procedures by an appropriately-licensed contractor employed by the CLIENT. Regardless of any coordination or facilitation of disposal of hazardous or toxic materials or potentially hazardous or toxic materials by LACO on behalf of the CLIENT, CLIENT agrees to indemnify and hold harmless LACO from any claim of liability for injury, loss or environmental damage, including cost of defense, arising from any disposal of hazardous or toxic materials or potentially hazardous or toxic materials.

All laboratory and field equipment contaminated with suspected or potentially toxic or hazardous substances in performing our services will be cleaned at CLIENT's expense. Contaminated consumables will be disposed of and replaced at CLIENT's expense. Equipment (including tools) which cannot be reasonably decontaminated shall become the property and responsibility of the CLIENT. All such equipment shall be delivered to the CLIENT or disposed of in a manner similar to that indicated for hazardous samples. CLIENT agrees to pay the fair market value of any such equipment which cannot reasonably be decontaminated.

CLIENT has relied on LACO's judgement in establishing the workscope and fee for this project, given the project's nature and risks. CLIENT shall, therefore, rely on LACO's judgement as to the continued adequacy of this Agreement in light of occurrences or discoveries not originally contemplated or known. Should LACO call for contract renegotiation, LACO shall identify the changed conditions which, in LACO's judgement make such renegotiation necessary, and LACO and CLIENT shall promptly and in good faith enter into renegotiation of this Agreement to help permit LACO to continue to meet CLIENT's needs. If renegotiated terms cannot be agreed to, CLIENT agrees that LACO has an absolute right to terminate this Agreement.

City of Fortuna: 2025 LWCF
Initials: LACO _______ CLIENT_______
GEN2007
LACO and CLIENT agree that discovery of unanticipated hazardous or toxic materials constitutes a changed condition mandating renegotiation or termination of services. LACO agrees to notify CLIENT as soon as practically possible should unanticipated hazardous materials or suspected hazardous or toxic materials be encountered. CLIENT agrees to make any disclosures required by law to the appropriate governmental agencies.

CLIENT and LACO also agree that discovery of hazardous materials may make it necessary for LACO to take immediate action to protect health and safety. CLIENT agrees to compensate LACO for all costs required for such action and other costs incident to such unanticipated discovery of hazardous or toxic materials.

CLIENT agrees that construction contractors, subcontractors or others not affiliated with LACO are solely responsible for safety at and near the project site. LACO will have no responsibility or liability for methods of work performance, supervision including selection of equipment, selection or direction of contractor's employees, or sequencing of construction other than that done by LACO's own employees. LACO will not be responsible for excavation safety, temporary slopes, shoring, underpinning, dewatering, or other construction activities of the contractor(s) and subcontractor(s).

Unless otherwise agreed, CLIENT will furnish to LACO, its agents, representatives and subcontractors right-of-entry on land for planned field operations. CLIENT will notify any and all possessors of the project site that the CLIENT has granted LACO free access to the site. LACO will take reasonable precautions to minimize damage to the site, but it is understood by CLIENT that, in the normal course of work, some damage may occur and the correction of such damage is not part of the Agreement unless so specified in the proposal or scope of work.

All documents, reports, boring logs, field and survey notes, tracings, and other documents prepared by LACO as instruments of service shall remain the property of LACO. All designs, information, reports, or recommendations prepared or issued by LACO are for the sole use of the CLIENT for the specific project for which they are prepared. CLIENT agrees not to provide such materials to any person or organization unless the person or organization agrees in writing to be bound by the conditions of this Agreement. CLIENT agrees to save and hold LACO harmless from any liability arising from any use made by CLIENT or any other party outside the intent of this Agreement.

All claims, disputes, and other matters in controversy between LACO and CLIENT arising out of or in any way related to this Agreement will be submitted to "alternative dispute resolution" (ADR) before and as a condition precedent to other remedies provided by law. If and to the extent that CLIENT and LACO have agreed on methods for resolving such disputes, then such methods will be set forth in the "Alternative Dispute Resolution Agreement" which, if attached, is incorporated into and made a part of this Agreement. If no specific ADR procedures are set forth in this Agreement, then it shall be understood that the parties will submit disputes to mediation as a condition precedent to litigation.

If a dispute at law arises from matters related to the services provided under this Agreement and that dispute requires litigation instead of ADR as provided above, then: (1) the claim will be brought and tried in the judicial jurisdiction of the Court of the county where LACO's principal place of business is located and CLIENT waives the right to remove the action to any other county or judicial jurisdiction, and (2) the prevailing party will be entitled to recovery of all reasonable costs incurred, including staff time, Court costs, attorney's fees, and other claim related expenses.

This Agreement may be terminated by either party upon ten (10) days written notice by certified mail, return receipt requested. If CLIENT elects to terminate this Agreement, CLIENT will be responsible for all charges, as computed under this Agreement, for work performed by LACO through the tenth day after mailing of the notice of termination.

The laws of the State of California will govern the validity of the terms, their interpretation and performance. If any of the provisions contained in this Agreement are held illegal, invalid, or unenforceable, the enforceability of the remaining provisions will not be impaired. Limitations of liability and indemnities will survive termination of this Agreement for any cause.

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Revised: 1/01/2025
2025 SCHEDULE OF RATES
Senior Managing Engineer/Surveyor, Principal Engineer ............................................................ $250.00 - $275.00 per hour Senior Project Manager, Senior Engineer, Senior Land Surveyor, Principal Planner...................$195.00 - $210.00 per hour Director of Grants & Funding Development, Project Manager, Senior Planner...........................................$185.00 per hour Assistant Project Manager, Licensed Land Surveyor ................................................................................... $175.00 per hour Associate Planner, Associate Surveyor LSIT, Associate Engineer.................................................$165.00 - $170.00 per hour Senior Grant Writer, Staff Engineer/Surveyor, Associate Surveyor, Senior Staff Engineer .........$150.00 - $160.00 per hour Assistant Planner, Grant Writer, Assistant Engineer/Surveyor, Staff Planner.............................$135.00 - $145.00 per hour Project Coordinator, Senior Project Coordinator, Grant Analyst, Business Manager..................$100.00 - $120.00 per hour Engineering Technician.................................................................................................................................. $80.00 per hour

SURVEY RATES
One-Person Survey....................................................................................................................................... $200.00 per hour Two-Person Survey ...................................................................................................................................... $310.00 per hour Three-Person Survey.................................................................................................................................... $390.00 per hour Drone Data Processing & Client Access Fee....................................................................................................... $650.00 each Mavic 3E / Phantom 4 RTK Drone.................................................................................................................. $750.00 per day Matrice 300 Drone w/L1 LiDAR Sensor....................................................................................................... $1,500.00 per day

PREVAILING WAGE RATES
Construction Observation.............................................................................................................................$190.00 per hour One-Person Survey Prevailing Wage............................................................................................................ $235.00 per hour Two-Person Survey Prevailing Wage............................................................................................................ $390.00 per hour Three-Person Survey Prevailing Wage ......................................................................................................... $520.00 per hour

TRANSPORTATION
Automobile and pickup:

Trip charge per day (half-day minimum charge) ......................................... $70.00 per day ($35 minimum charge) Over 80 miles..............................................................................................................Federal Rate + $0.10 per mile Other transportation, air travel, etc. ................................................................................................................... $Cost + 15%

PRINTING/MATERIALS
Plan copies per sheet (11x17)...........................black & white $0.25 ........................................................... color $2.50 each Plan copies per sheet (24x36)...........................black & white $5.00 ...................mylar $20.00 ................ color $21.25 each All other materials or printing............................................................................................................................. $ Cost + 15% EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES – Expert witness services include, but are not limited to, preparation for and attendance at depositions or court by Principal or Senior Professionals. Other staff support will be billed at regular hourly rates.

Principal Professional Expert........................................................................................................................ $500.00 per hour Senior Professional Expert........................................................................................................................... $400.00 per hour ANNUAL RATE INCREASE - LACO Associates anticipates an annual hourly rate increase of 3% to 5% effective January 1st of each new year without prior notice. For projects that span multiple years, an updated Schedule of Rates will be sent with the first invoice that reflects the annual increase.

NOTES

1. The above rates are regular hourly rates and include payroll costs, overhead, and profit. If overtime is requested by the Client, it will be charged at 130% of the above hourly rates.

2. Outside services, including, but not limited to, consultants and laboratories, will be billed at Cost plus 15%.

3. Subsistence and per diem will be calculated at Cost plus 15%.

4. All travel time will be charged at the regular hourly rates.

City Manager’s Report

STAFF REPORT
City Manager's Report
DATE: March 3, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Amy Nilsen, City Manager

1. Upcoming Council Meeting Dates
*Special Meeting/Workshop
** Monday, March 10, 2025 **
6:00 p.m.

Special City Council Meeting
Council Chambers at City Hall
Monday, March 17, 2025
6:00 p.m.

Regular City Council Meeting
Council Chambers at City Hall

2. Upcoming Planning Commission Meeting Dates
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
6:00 p.m.

Regular Planning Commission Meeting
Council Chambers at City Hall
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
6:00 p.m.

Regular Planning Commission Meeting
Council Chambers at City Hall

3. Upcoming Measure E Meeting Dates
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
5:30 p.m.

Regular Measure E Meeting
Council Chambers at City Hall
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
5:30 p.m.

Regular Measure E Meeting
Council Chambers at City Hall

4. Upcoming Rohner Community Recreation and Park District (RCRPD) Meeting Dates Wednesday, March 5, 2025 ** CANCELLED **
Regular RCRPD Meeting
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
2:30 p.m.

Regular RCRPD Meeting
Council Chambers at City Hall

5. Upcoming Fortuna Business Improvement District (FBID) Meeting Dates Tuesday, April 22, 2025
8:30 a.m.

Regular FBID Meeting
Council Chambers at City Hall
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
8:30 a.m.

Regular FBID Meeting
Council Chambers at City Hall

6. Verbal Report