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Five-Year
Capital Improvement Program
2025-2026
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City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
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City of Fortuna
Five-Year Capital Improvement Program
FY 2025-2026
MAYOR
Mike Johnson
CITY COUNCIL
Tami Trent, Mayor Pro Tem
Kyle Conley
Carlos Diaz
Abe Stevens
CITY MANAGER
Amy Nilsen
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER
Brendan Byrd, Public Works Director
Bob Natt, Interim Public Works Director/General Services Superintendent Mat Nyberg, Deputy City Engineer
Edited and prepared by the
City of Fortuna Public Works Department
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................................ 1 SUMMARY .......................................................................................................................................................... 4 WATER TREATMENT AND DISTRIBUTION ................................................................................................8 WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND COLLECTIONS................................................................................. 24 DRAINAGE SYSTEMS..................................................................................................................................... 31 STREETS ........................................................................................................................................................... 38 PARKS AND RECREATION............................................................................................................................ 50 COMPLETED PROJECTS ............................................................................................................................... 59 City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Introduction 1
Introduction
Fortuna, known as “The Friendly City,” was incorporated in 1906 and is a small, rural community of just over 12,000 residents and covering an area of 5.1 square miles. The City of Fortuna is governed by a Council/Manager form of government. The City Council consists of five members, elected from the City at large, who serve four-year terms. The Mayor and the Mayor Pro Tem are elected biannually by the City Council from amongst its members. The City Manager works under the direction of the City Council and is responsible for supporting the policies enacted by the City Council, as well as managing the day-to-day operations of the City.
The City of Fortuna’s mission is “To be worthy of the public trust by providing timely, efficient, well-planned, and dependable services to the community.” Part of the City’s commitment to this mission is through a well-planned Five-Year Capital Improvement Program that works to maintain and replace aging facilities as well as construct new infrastructure, as it is needed.
What is a Capital Improvement Program? A Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is a multi-year planning instrument used to identify needed capital improvement projects and to coordinate the financing and timing of improvements. The primary purpose of the CIP is to assist in the orderly implementation of the broad and comprehensive goals of the adopted General Plan and for the maintenance and replacement of the City’s infrastructure by establishing an orderly basis to guide local officials in making sound budget decisions and by focusing attention on community goals, needs, and capabilities to maximize the benefit of public expenditures.
Projects may include land and buildings, park and recreation facilities, street and storm drain facilities, wastewater collection and treatment facilities, and water treatment and distribution facilities.
An effective Capital Improvement Program:
1. Identifies specific public improvement projects by location, size, function, and cost (although some types of projects, such as street resurfacing and maintenance of water and sewer facilities may be shown on an annual allocation basis).
2. Establishes the timing for funding of major cost elements related to each project, such as right-of-way acquisitions, design, construction, etc.; for large projects, these may be spread over several years, while for smaller projects, only a single budget year is involved.
3. Proposes specific revenue sources for each project.
4. Facilitates priority setting where funds are insufficient to cover all desired projects.
5. Enhances coordination of separate but interrelated projects, whether internal or involving other agencies.
6. Gives other affected agencies, such as utilities, an opportunity to develop long-range programming.
7. Tends to discourage inefficient and frequent changes in allocation of capital resources.
8. Permits an educated approach to staffing for engineering, operation, and maintenance.
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For most cities, a five-year CIP period appears to be workable and realistic. Under this guideline, it is common for the first year of the CIP to be combined into the annual budget process. In all cases, the CIP would be flexible enough to make the inevitable adjustments for unanticipated cost changes, urgent projects, or other factors. In addition, the City will be able to more clearly identify and discuss the consequences of a delay in timely project commencement due to such factors.
How are projects funded? Funding for projects is usually derived from special source funds including gas tax, water reserves, sewer reserves, remaining balances of the General Fund, or state, federal, and other grants.
Gas tax, water, and sewer fund revenues are budgeted only for capital projects in the categories appropriate to their sources.
The General Fund’s ability to make significant contributions to the CIP has been declining over the last several years by a combination of factors. The City’s General Fund has had its revenues reduced by the State budget crisis. The General Fund currently does not have the ability to finance capital improvement projects in the same way that is has done in the past.
Federal, state, and other grant funds may only be used for the purpose for which the funds were received.
Although this CIP falls short of funding the optimum level of infrastructure improvements, it does represent an effort to use all available funding sources for the most vital projects.
Project priorities should be established by:
1. Projects with a clear issue of public health and safety.
2. Projects which trigger irreversible or serious long-range consequences.
3. Projects that eliminate liabilities experienced in the past.
4. Projects mandated by county, state and/or federal laws, the public and other agencies.
5. Projects directly related to established goals or objectives.
6. Projects directly affecting the quality of life for residents of the City of Fortuna.
Every effort is made to ensure that all projects are described accurately and have sound cost estimates. Some projects are conceptual in nature and these cost estimates are difficult to generate and should be considered flexible.
Estimates are initially made for every project in 2025 dollars. As priorities for construction are assigned for each project, the dollar amount is updated to more accurately reflect costs within the proposed year of construction. The estimates are general with the intent that they should be revised as they are brought into the annual budget process.
The projects identified in this 2025-2030 CIP are considered essential to implement goals, protect public property from deterioration and extending its useful life, and preserve the City’s prior infrastructure investments.
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In summary, the 2025-2030 Five-Year Capital Improvement Program is a planning and budgeting tool that lists and classifies all proposed public improvement projects maximizing the investment to the public.
Respectfully Submitted,
Amy Nilsen Bob Natt
City Manager Interim Public Works Director
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Summary
Projected Project Costs by Year and Department
2025/2026 2026/2027 2027/2028 2028/2029 2029/2030
Water $2,915,000 $2,350,000 $1,770,000 $1,820,000 $370,000 Wastewater $6,840,000 $21,100,000 $21,550,000 $1,050,000 $1,450,000 Drainage $900,000 $240,000 $660,000 $800,000 $200,000
Streets $3,788,747 $750,000 $750,000 $9,750,000 $750,000 Parks/Recreation $1,050,000 $0 $1,842,444 $0 $0
Land/Buildings $150,000 $150,000 $1,150,000 $0 $0
Totals $15,643,747 $24,590,000 $27,722,444 $13,420,000 $2,770,000 Total of all projects in this CIP: $84,146,191
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Water Reserve Fund
510, $9,225,000
Sewer Reserve Fund
560, $51,490,000
Measure E 101,
$2,915,000
Drainage Reserve Fund
130, $860,000
Traffic Facilities Fund
140, $8,775,000
Regional Surface
Transportation Program
275, $1,410,000
TBD Funds, $3,492,444
Grants, $5,978,747
5 YEAR CIP DOLLARS BY FUNDING SOURCE
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Water Reserve
Fund 510,
$2,915,000
Sewer Reserve
Fund 560,
$6,840,000
Measure E 101,
$1,175,000
TBD Funds,
$350,000
Traffic Facilities
Fund 140, $75,000
Drainage Reserve
Fund 130, $200,000
Grants, $3,778,747
Regional Surface
Transportation
Program 275,
$310,000
2024/2025 FY PROJECTS BY FUNDING SOURCE
Design, 15%
Planning, 2%
Construction, 83%
TOTAL CIP FUNDS BY USAGE
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Water Treatment and Distribution
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Water Meter and Radio Changeout Project CIP# 9129
Description
Replace old “SR1” style radios with newer “SR2” style
radios.
Justification
When reading meters the SR1 radios require a closer
approach to the equipment than the
newer SR2 radios. This requires the operator to drive slowly up each alley in the city, adding several hours to the meter reading process. The older radios are also reaching the end of life, and some are requiring multiple attempts to read.
Studies and Reports
Identified by the Utilities Crew.
Funding Sources
Water Reserves Fund 510
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
The replacement of these radios will also make it easier for the city to move eventually towards being able read meters from City Hall and eliminate the need to do drive-by
reading entirely.
(Utilities Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $200,000 25/26
2. Construction $200,000 26/27
3. Construction $200,000 27/28
4. Construction $200,000 28/29
Total $800,000
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Vancil Reservoir Site Rehabilitation Project CIP# 9370
Description
Road, fence, and drainage repairs as
needed.
Justification
This project will repair damage done to
the access road over previous years of
projects and maintenance as well as
repair damaged fences due to falling
redwood limbs and small trees.
Drainage spouts will be inspected and
repaired as needed.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the
Water Treatment Crew.
Funding Sources
Water Reserves Fund 510
Prior Appropriations
Water Reserves Fund 510;
Repairs $105,676
Comments
The main project elements include
fencing, tree removal, roadway repairs,
rock slope protection, and drainage
improvements. Tree removal was
completed in late 2022/early 2023, and
fencing was completed in late 2023.
The remaining items include primarily
drainage improvements.
(Chief Plant Operator)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
5. Construction $200,000 25/26
Total $200,000
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CCF Piping & Well Replacement Project CIP# 9066
Description
Replacement of the underground source
main pipes at the Corrosion Control
Facility. Construction of a new shallow
well in place of previously drilled Well 5b.
Addition of various electronic and
metering equipment for the new well.
Justification
Current piping configuration results in
pump inefficiencies from the water wells.
The updated pipe configuration will create
the most efficient operation for each well
pump. Well 5 was previously
underperforming, and the new Well 5b was
found to have levels of manganese that
require robust and expensive treatment to
bring the well online.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by City
Consultant.
Funding Sources
Water Reserves Fund 510
Prior Appropriations
Water Reserve Fund 510;
Modeling and Design $22,000
Construction $250,000
Comments
(Chief Plant Operator)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design $200,000 25/26
2. Construction $800,000 (final cost to be estimated during design phase) 25/26 Total $1,000,000
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Water System Master Plan CIP# 9109
Description
Develop an updated master plan for the water system of
the entire City. Perform a rate study to inform required adjustments to City water rates.
Justification
This master plan will provide information that staff can use to identify improvements needed to develop future
projects that protect the existing infrastructure and
provide redundancy and a reliable water supply to the
City.
Studies and Reports
Previous master plan by Oscar Larson & Associates
April 2007
Funding Sources
Water Reserves Fund 510
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(Director of Public Works)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Planning $150,000 25/26
Total $150,000
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Downtown Water Line Replacement Project CIP# 9108
Description
Replacement of the old 2” cast iron line with 6” C-900
(plastic) along the following alleys that connect I to L Street: the alley between 9th and 10th Street, the alley between 10th and 11th Street, and the alley between 11th and 12th Street. Also includes the alley connecting N to P Street between 13th and 14th Street, , replacement of the old 6” AC (concrete) with 6” C-900 (plastic) along
Orchard Lane, replacement of the 4” cast iron pipe
with 6” C-900 (plastic) on 14th Street from K Street to P Street, and replacement of the water main on
Newburg Road between Fortuna Boulevard and Spring
Street.
Justification
The upgraded line will provide better flow rates to
homes and businesses in the area. Additionally, it
will eliminate potential corrosion and water quality
issues that can come from the existing cast iron
lines and increase line sizes for improved fire flows.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the Utilities Crew.
Funding Sources
Water Reserve Fund 510
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
This project may be completed by City Forces with the rental or purchase of a mini excavator, or through contract and bid document (TBD). This project includes installation of a new hydrant on Orchard Lane. Additionally, this project may be combined with sewer CIP #9067 for construction.
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(Utilities Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design $600,000 25/26
2. Construction $1,400,000 26/27
Total $2,000,000
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Drake Hill Road Water Main Replacement Project CIP# 9115 Description
Replace asbestos cement pipe waterline
with 8” C900 (plastic)
Justification
Currently some sections of Drake Hill
Road are AC pipe while others are C900.
The AC pipe is old and frequently causes
leaks. This project would update all the
sections to the newer C900 (plastic) pipe,
which would decrease the likelihood of
future leaks in this area.
Studies and Reports
This project was identified by the Utilities
Superintendent.
Funding Sources
Water Reserves Fund 510
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(Utility Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design $300,000 26/27
2. Construction $700,000 27/28
Total $1,000,000
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Lower Barney Drainage and Culvert Repair CIP# 9116
Description
Replacement of failed concrete pipe in the section of
an access road formerly known as Barney Street.
Install a twenty-four inch high density
Polyethylene pipe. The pipe is located below the
Stewart Tank Reservoir near 1038 Eleventh Street.
Justification
The concrete culvert has collapsed causing excess water to migrate. The overflow from Stewart Tank and
surrounding storm water runoff uses this culvert. The
City’s main water line runs parallel to the culvert.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by
General Services Staff.
Funding Sources
Water Reserves Fund 510
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
The new culvert will start above the current existing
Inlet and will extend approximately two
hundred feet. The new culvert will tie into a newer
drainage inlet and storm drain located on Eleventh Street. (General Services Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design $20,000 25/26
2. Construction $80,000 26/27
Total $100,000
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Corrosion Control Facility Electrical Project CIP# 9000 Description
Relocation of the Electrical Panels at the
Corrosion Control Facility to an elevation
above the estimated 100-year flood
event.
Justification
This project will protect vital City
infrastructure from damage that would
occur during a 100-year flood event.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the 2007
OLA Water System report.
Funding Sources
Future FEMA HMGP Funding
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(Chief Plant Operator)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $500,000 28/29
Total $500,000
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Meadow Lane Water Main Replacement Project CIP# TBD
Description
Replace with existing asbestos cement
pipe with 6” C900 (plastic).
Justification
Existing water main currently runs
through the front yards of homes on the
west side of Meadow Lane. This project
would move water line into the street to
provide easier access for repairs. This is
also one of the last streets in this area
with an AC water main and will be
upgraded to C900 (plastic) which
should lead to a decrease in the amount
of leaks on this line.
Studies and Reports
Identified by the Utilities Crew.
Funding Sources
Water Reserves Fund 510
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(Utilities Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $250,000 28/29
Total $250,000
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12th Street Water Main Project CIP# 9065
Description
Replacement of the existing 6” and 8” AC
(concrete) mains with 12” C-900 (plastic)
mains from L Street to Newburg Road.
Justification
The existing mains are undersized
concrete and will be replaced with the
larger and more durable plastic to provide
better flow rates to homes and businesses
in the area.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by 2007
OLA Water System Report.
Funding Sources
Water Reserves Fund 510
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
May revisit project after completion of water study.
(Utility Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design $500,000 27/28
2. Construction $500,000 28/29
Total $1,000,000
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Carson Woods & Newell Drive Waterline Replacement CIP# 9124 Description
Replace the existing 1” galvanized and
plastic water line extending north
along Carson Woods Road, beginning
at Sunny Slopes Road. Add fire
hydrants every 600-feet per
requirements of the Fortuna Fire
Department. Provide engineered bridge
crossing for the water line. Replace
service connections to existing meters.
Justification
The existing water line is too small
to deliver adequate service pressure
and volumes to existing residences
along Carson Woods Road. During
recent earthquakes from the past
several years, the pipe has regularly
failed due to pipe age.
Studies and Reports
N/A
Funding Sources
Water Reserve Fund 510
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(Utilities Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design $225,000 25/26
Total $225,000
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Annual Water System Valve Replacement Project CIP# 9990 Description
This CIP will provide funding in order to complete valve cluster replacements in areas requiring contractor assistance.
Justification
The city’s water system has a number of valves that due to age and conditions are unable to be closed. This hampers efforts to both repair line breaks and to add to the system for development and expansion.
Studies and Reports
N/A
Funding Sources
Water Reserves Fund 510
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $300,000 25/26
2. Construction $150,000 26/27
3. Construction $150,000 27/28
4. Construction $150,000 28/29
5. Construction $150,000 29/30
Total $900,000
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Water Main Replacement Project CIP# TBD
Description
This CIP will provide funding in order to upgrade and change out water main lines throughout the city when necessary.
Justification
The city’s water system has a number of main lines that due to age and conditions are starting to need replacement. The aging lines have resulted in breaks and leaks, replacing the infrastructure over time will help reduce this.
Studies and Reports
N/A
Funding Sources
Water Reserves Fund 510
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $220,000 25/26
2. Construction $220,000 26/27
3. Construction $220,000 27/28
4. Construction $220,000 28/29
5. Construction $220,000 29/30
Total $1,100,000
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WWTP Digester Repair Project CIP#TBD
Description
Repair damage on and in the WWTP Digester.
Justification
A previous earthquake created damage on the Digester at the City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant.
This project will repair the outside damages and will also require the contractor to look inside the digester and assess the issues.
Studies and Reports
N/A
Funding Sources
Sewer Reserve Fund 560
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(Chief Plant Operator)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $100,000 25/26
Total $100,000
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Wastewater Treatment and Collections
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NPDES Compliance Project
CIP# 0171
Description
Perform engineering design and permitting for the
treatment plant upgrade and new summertime
effluent disposal location. Restrict flows to Strongs
Creek to 1% of the creek flow and comply with
nutrient effluent limitations. Includes WWTP
Equalization Pond Project
Justification
This project will bring the plant into compliance
with the 2016 permit standards set by the Regional
Water Quality Control Board.
Studies and Reports
GHD 2015 Pre-Feasibility Analysis
Funding Sources
Sewer Reserve Fund 560
Prior Appropriations
Sewer Reserve Fund 560;
Prefeasibility Analysis $178,709
Compliance Project $440,000
SWRCB Grant Fund 360;
Compliance Project $500,000
Comments
The projected costs below are for complete compliance with the RWQCB including construction, potential property acquisition(s), plant upgrades and design. The estimates will be updated as the analysis is more complete and a clearer picture of the permit is realized. (City Engineer)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design $3,500,000 25/26
2. Construction $21,000,000 26/27
3. Construction $21,000,000 27/28
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Total $45,500,000
Sanitary Sewer Lining/Rohner Creek Sewer Capacity
Project CIP# 9976
Description
Identify locations and contract for lining of
existing sanitary sewer lines at various
locations within the City. Includes from 12th
Street to the parking lot at Forbusco Lumber.
Justification
The City has aging infrastructure, and
especially sewer lines age and crack
resulting in inflow from storm water
impacting the sewage treatment facility, this
will help in alleviating those impacts.
Studies and Reports
SHN 2018 Sanitary Sewer Evaluation
Study
Funding Sources
Sewer Reserve Fund 560
Prior Appropriations
$200,000 grant funds SWRCB for
planning
Comments
2nd Avenue was recommended by the SSES as one of the worst sections in the 2018 study. (Utilities Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design $200,000 25/26
2. Construction $2,800,000 25/26
3. Construction $1,000,000 28/29
4. Construction $1,000,000 29/30
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Total $5,000,000
East Downtown Sewer Replacement
Project CIP# 9514
Description
Replacement of the existing sewer line with 6” SDR 35
(plastic) in the alleys between 14th and 15th Street as well as 15th to 16th Street from N Street to P Street. Also on 8th Street from P Street to Main Street.
Justification
The existing line was constructed from clay, which, over time, has led to storm water infiltration of the sewer.
Replacing these lines will reduce the cost of treating this water at the wastewater treatment facility.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the Utilities Crew.
Funding Sources
Sewer Reserve Fund 560
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(Utilities Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $550,000 27/28
Total $550,000
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Hilltop Sewer Main Project CIP# TBD
Description
Extend 6” SDR 35 (plastic) sewer main to
include all of Hilltop Drive (approximately
900 feet).
Justification
Currently the City’s sewer ends at the
intersection of Ridgeview and Hilltop. This
leaves approximately 30 homes on Hilltop
Drive with septic systems. City code requires
anyone within 1,000 feet of City sewer to be
connected to sanitary sewer system. This project
will reduce the inherent ground water pollution
sources from septic systems.
Studies and Reports
Identified by the Utility Superintendent.
Funding Sources
Future Unidentified Grant Funds, 560
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(Utilities Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design $50,000 28/29
2. Construction $450,000 29/30
Total $500,000
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WWTP Secondary Clarifier Recoating Project CIP# 9125
Description
This CIP will be for the secondary clarifiers at the
WWTP. The clarifiers will be sand blasted, repaired,
and repainted on all metal surfaces.
Justification
Due to the age and the normal wear, the coating on
the clarifiers has been worn down to the point that
the metal is showing signs of rust and corrosion. This
repair work will extend the useful life of these
important structures.
Studies and Reports
N/A
Funding Sources
Sewer Reserves Fund 560
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design/Construction $200,000 25/26
Total $200,000
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WWTP Strong’s Creek Lift Station Meter Box and Minor Concrete Rehabilitation Project CIP# 9126
Description
This CIP will make necessary repairs to the concrete chamber where influent flow from the Strongs creek and the CCC sewer lift stations enter the wastewater treatment plant.
The second part of this CIP will make necessary repairs to the concrete at the junction of the rectangular and circular chlorine contact chambers.
Justification
The Strongs creek junction box has been in existence since the early 80’s and is exposed to large amounts of hydrogen/sulfide (H2S). H2S is highly corrosive to concrete and through the years, the box has corroded to the point where it is in need of replacement.
Studies and Reports
N/A
Funding Sources
Sewer Reserves Fund 560
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design $40,000 25/26
2. Construction $100,000 26/27
Total $140,000
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Drainage Systems
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Citywide Stormdrain Maintenance Project CIP# 9373
Description
General yearly maintenance of the City’s
stormdrain system in locations to be determined.
Justification
Many of the storm drains across the City have
corrosion damage to the bottom of the
corrugated pipe. This project will identify and
make repairs as they are needed.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by
General Services Staff.
Funding Sources
Measure E Fund 101
Prior Appropriations
Measure E Fund 101; Construction $636,312
Comments
(General Services Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $200,000 25/26
2. Construction $200,000 26/27
3. Construction $200,000 27/28
4. Construction $200,000 28/29
5. Construction $200,000 29/30
Total $1,000,000
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Citywide Stormdrain Maintenance Project Location Details CIP# 9373
Description
12th and O Street crossing. Replace insufficient size
concrete pipe. Upgrade with new pipe and drainage
inlets. Historically, storm water typically backups
during heavy weather events causing water to flood
over the sidewalk and into private property (see right
picture).
Description
Failed corrugated metal culvert located on North
Main Street, in between the Double D’s Restaurant
and C. Crane Building. The culvert connects from the
drainage ditch from Harlan Way to Main Street
culvert. CMP has rusted out holes in the bottom of the culvert allowing running water to erode the trench material (See bottom picture).
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South 15th Storm Drain Project CIP# 9937
Description
Replacement of the outfall and culvert at
South 15th Street.
Justification
The existing corrugated metal pipe is
deteriorated at the flow line (invert). This
project will replace the damaged line and
outfall to improve drainage and reduce soil
erosion.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the
General Services Crew.
Funding Sources
Drainage Fund 130
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(General Services Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $200,000 25/26
Total $200,000
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Home Avenue Storm Drain Project CIP#9704
Description
Replacement of the existing concrete box
culvert which runs under the sidewalk with 30”
storm drain on Home Avenue from the “Scurve” to P Street.
Justification
The existing 2’x2’ box culvert is failing and the
forming lumbers fall into the culvert which
results in jams. This project will replace the box
culvert which will reduce jams and improve
drainage to the surrounding areas.
Studies and Reports
Winzler & Kelly 2005 Storm Drainage Master Plan
Funding Sources
Drainage Fund 130
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
Prelminary CCTV inspections performed by staff indicates that the drainage structure is in good working order, only minor rehabilitation may be required. Staff to evaluate effort this coming year in coordination with the stormdrain vulnerability assessment
(General Services Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design $60,000 27/28
2. Construction $600,000 28/29
Total $660,000
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Drainage Systems 36
9th Street Culvert Project CIP# TBD
Description
Replacement and/or lining of the 30” RCP culvert
from Christian Ridge to P Street. Approximate length
of culvert is 1,200 feet. Additional drainage inlets for access.
Justification
The existing reinforced concrete pipe is separating
and/or deteriorated causing the surrounding area to
form sinkholes. The culvert is alongside or underneath
structures. This project will replace the damaged line
and outfall to improve drainage and reduce soil
erosion.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the General Services.
Funding Sources
Drainage Fund 130
Measure E Stormdrain Maintenance
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(General Services Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design $40,000 26/27
2. Construction $400,000 27/28
Total $440,000
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Drainage Systems 37
Mill Creek Habitat Connectivity Project CIP# 9123
Description
Replacement of Mill Creek undercrossing at Weber Street, Rohnerville Road, Mill Street and Mountain View Road to allow for improved fish passage.
Justification
Due to perched or over steepened conditions, fish passage is not possible at these locations.
Studies and Reports
GHD- Geotechnical, Wetland Delineation, Biological Inventory and Cultural Resources (12-2023 thru 5-2024)
Funding Sources
WBC Grant Fund 350;
Design $976,000
Prior Appropriations
None
Comments
(City Engineer)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $500,000 25/26
Total $500,000
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Streets 38
Streets
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Streets 39
Kenmar Interchange Improvement Project CIP# 9978
Description
This project is a complete look at the
Interchange of Kenmar Road and
Highway 101 including vehicular,
pedestrian and cycling users.
Justification
This project will improve the traffic flow
and pedestrian & cycling safety at this
interchange with Highway 101.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the City
Engineer.
Funding Sources
STIP Grant Fund 270
Prior Appropriations
Complete Streets grant through the
Humboldt County Association of
Governments provided for a Project Study
Report on alternatives to improve this
interchange.
STIP Grant Fund for PAED 270;
$550,000
Comments
(City Engineer)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design/Construction $2,600,000 25/26
Total $2,600,000
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Streets 40
ADA Barrier Removal Project (CDBG) CIP# 9977
Description
This project will include the installation of a six-foot-wide accessible sidewalk along Rohnerville from the police station to the Strongs Crk. footbridge and widen Rohnerville Rd to provide a pedestrian safety buffer from traffic. The buffer will double as a parking and bike lane.
Justification
The City is continuously removing barriers that might prevent its citizens from being able to use and enjoy City facilities.
This project will do a big part in completing this goal.
Studies and Reports
2014 ADA transition Plan
Funding Sources
CDBG Fund 830
Prior Appropriations
CDBG Fund 830
N Street Project; $700,000
Comments
Funding shown in the next two fiscal years will go to cover the development and implementation of a new ADA barrier removal project.
(City Engineer)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design + Construction $150,000 25/26
2. Design + Construction $150,000 26/27
3. Design + Construction $150,000 27/28
4. Design + Construction $150,000 28/29
5. Design + Construction $150,000 29/30
Total $750,000
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Streets 41
Citywide Paving Project CIP# 9994
Description
Paving of locations throughout the City as
needed and as part of an annual contract.
Justification
A contract will be taken out annually with a
qualified paving contractor who can then
provide routine repairs and maintenance for
City streets.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the General
Services Crew.
Funding Sources
Measure E Fund 101; 55%
RSTP Fund 275; 45%
Other funds may be used as determined to
be appropriate by project.
Prior Appropriations
Measure E Fund 101
TDA Fund 140
LTF Fund 260
Comments
Annual maintenance project based on need,
locations to be identified by staff.
(General Services Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $225,000 25/26
2. Construction $225,000 26/27
3. Construction $225,000 27/28
4. Construction $225,000 28/29
5. Construction $225,000 29/30
Total $1,125,000
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Streets 42
Citywide Paving Project Location Details CIP# 9994
Anticipated Project Description
L Street, in between 9th Street to 11th Street. Remove failing asphalt and replace with 0.25-feet of hot mix asphalt. L Street is located south of Main Street. L Street provides vehicles another path of travel for vehicles generally accessing Main Street. L Street sees higher volume of traffic and pedestrians during special events when Main Street is closed to through traffic.
Anticipated Project Description
Newburg Road, at various locations. In late 2023, staff are planning for a grind and inlay repair of Newburg Road in between Newburg Park and Elizabeth Barcus Way. Additionally, staff are planning a repair of approximately 700-feet in length along Newburg Road, generally in between the Gene Lucas Center and Nelson Lane.
Anticipated Project Description
Kenmar Road near the Kenmar Interchange and Ross Hill Road Intersection. This area, specifically the lanes travelling westbound into town, require rehabilitation to deal with what have become routine annual failures in the asphalt. Staff anticipate performing this pavement restoration in late 2023.
Anticipated Project Description
Kenmar Road, in between Rohnerville Road and Brandi Lane. For many decades, Kenmar Road was one of the main connections between Fortuna Boulevard and Rohnerville Road prior to Kenwood Road being built. Due to the lower volume of vehicle traffic, has slowly deteriorated over the course of time.
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Streets 43
Citywide Slurry Project CIP# 9653
Description
Street slurry at multiple locations
throughout the City of Fortuna.
Justification
This project is part of the regular
maintenance and will seal the road
surface and extend the life of the
existing roadway.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the
General Services Crew.
Funding Sources
RSPT Fund 275
Prior Appropriations
Comments
Locations to be determined annually by
need. This is a county-wide
collaborative project that allows for an
economy of scale and a better price for
Fortuna’s citizens. Next anticipated
project will be in calendar year 2024.
(General Services Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $160,000 25/26
2. Construction $50,000 26/27
3. Construction $50,000 27/28
4. Construction $50,000 28/29
5. Construction $50,000 29/30
Total $360,000
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Streets 44
Citywide Concrete Project CIP# 9073
Description
Repair of sidewalk and curb locations throughout the
City as needed and as part of an annual contract.
Justification
A contract will be taken out annually with a qualified
concrete contractor who can then provide routine repairs and maintenance for City curbs, gutters, and sidewalks
on an on-call basis.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the General Services
Crew.
Funding Sources
RSTP Fund 275
Prior Appropriations
Local Transportation Fund 260;
RSTP Fund 275
Comments
Locations will be identified as needed.
(General Services Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $50,000 25/26
2. Construction $50,000 26/27
3. Construction $50,000 27/28
4. Construction $50,000 28/29
5. Construction $50,000 29/30
Total $250,000
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Streets 45
SB1 Paving Projects CIP# 9997
Description
Paving and other maintenance improvements
throughout the City as identified by staff on
an annual basis.
Justification
The state of California passed SB1, the Road
Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account in
2017, resulting in funds which are allocated
to the City annually, to which projects are
identified each year.
Studies and Reports
Pavement Condition Index document by
Nichols Consulting Engineers.
Funding Sources
SB1 Fund 290
Prior Appropriations
Annual appropriations vary.
Comments
Locations will be identified as needed.
(General Services Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $328,747 25/26
2. Construction $275,000 26/27
3. Construction $275,000 27/28
4. Construction $275,000 28/29
5. Construction $275,000 29/30
Total $1,428,747
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Streets 46
12th Street Interchange Modernization Project CIP# 9114 Description
This project is a complete look
at the Interchange of 12th
Street, Newburg Road and
Highway 101 including
vehicular, pedestrian and
cycling users. The project
would also investigate ways to
expand non-motorized access
on the Highway 101 overpass.
Justification
This project will improve the
traffic flow and pedestrian &
cycling safety at this
interchange with Highway 101.
The existing interchange has
several geometric and safety
deficiencies and is currently
underperforming per the City’s General Plan
LOS targets.
Studies and Reports
2016 Complete Street Planning Study
Local Road Safety Plan
Funding Sources
Caltrans STIP Grant Fund 270
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(City Engineer)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design $200,000 25/26
Total $200,000
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Streets 47
Kenmar and Ross Hill Road Improvement Project CIP# 9113 Description
This project is to design and complete a project
to increase the level of service of this
intersection, and to provide for increase nonmotorized access across the intersection.
Justification
This intersection currently operates with a low
level of services, and creates congestion issues
along all legs of the intersection during peak
times. Pedestrian crossing facilities across most
legs of the intersection are unsafe. This project
would complement the improvements proposed
in CIP #9978.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the City
Engineer. The City is in the process of
performing a Project Study Report for the
intersection to help guide and budget for a
recommended improvement
Funding Sources
Future Funding TBD
Prior Appropriations
$44,000 from Fund 140
Comments
(City Engineer)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design + Construction $8,700,000 28/29
Total $8,700,000
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Streets 48
Traffic Signal and Intersections Improvement Project CIP# 9120 Description
Replacing the hardware in the traffic light cabinets
for the Main Street, Newburg, and Redwood Way
intersections. Upgrading the signal heads, pedestrian
push buttons, and crosswalks on the Newburg Road
intersection.
Justification
The signal heads on the Newburg intersection light
are smaller than current standards. The control
cabinets have outdated hardware and signal timing
design needs to be revisited for current traffic
conditions. The City’s 2021 Local Road Safety Plan
recommended a number of improvements to the
Newburg intersection including signal
improvements and bike/pedestrian access
improvements.
Studies and Reports
Local Road Safety Plan
2016 Complete Streets Connectivity Study
Funding Sources
Traffic Impact Fund 140
Unidentified Grant Funds
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(General Services Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design $10,000 25/26
2. Construction $65,000 25/26
Total $75,000
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Streets 49
Newburg Road Sidewalk ADA Barrier Removal Project CIP# TBD Description
To remove and replace 24 driveway approaches
and replace in compliance with standard
building codes. Remove and replace 6 street
corners in compliance with standard building
codes and relocated posted sign locations.
Justification
Path of travel has ADA barriers.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the General
Services Superintendent.
Funding Sources
Regional Surface Transportation Program
Fund 275
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(General Services)
Project Cost Estimate
2025Dollars
1. Construction $300,000 28/29
Total $300,000
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Streets 50
Parks and Recreation
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Land and Buildings 51
Riverwalk Park Project CIP# 9105
Description
Readily available funds for acquiring
additional park spaces for public use or
for general park improvements.
Justification
Often the City has multiple general
projects identified that might include land
acquisition, assistance with engineering,
drafting, conceptual design, grant writing,
etc. in which funds may need to be
readily available in order to pursue new
opportunities in a timely fashion and in
order to enhance and expand park spaces
for public use.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the Parks
Director.
Funding Sources
Prop 68 Rural Recreation and Tourism
(RRT) or
Regional Park Program (RPP) grants,
Measure E Fund 101.
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
No CIP specific funding for FY 2023/24.
Any efforts on this project will be funded using the general park acquisition and improvement account, funded by Measure E.
(Parks Director)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Planning $1,842,444 27/28
Total $1,842,444
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Land and Buildings 52
River Lodge Exterior Staining Project CIP# TBD
Description
The exterior stain on the River Lodge has
become faded, so an application of staining
is required to enhance the aesthetics of the
facility.
Justification
This improvement project would enhance
the River Lodge by creating a more
desirable facility that would draw users
wanting to host events, conferences,
meetings, or banquets; resulting in higher
revenues to the General Fund.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the Parks
Director.
Funding Sources
TBD
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(Parks Director)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $190,000 25/26
Total $190,000
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Land and Buildings 53
Generators for Park 5, Firemen’s Pavilion and Museum Project CIP# TBD Description
A generator that would have the ability to
power the Firemen’s Pavilion, the Rohner
Rec Hall, the Parks & Recreation Office,
and the Depot Museum. All facilities are
in-line and could be powered by one
generator, in case of a power outage.
Currently staff have identified a generator
that is no longer in use in the City’s water
system, and are planning to determine what
steps are required to connect this generator
at the parks facilities.
Justification
Currently, if a power-outage occurs, all
electrical to these facilities ceases to be available. This makes it difficult for, not only City staff to be able to work efficiently on projects that require electricity, but for facility renters and park users who have access to these facilities,
which can result in lost staff time, and lost
revenue from facilities having to be closed due to no power.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the Parks
Director.
Funding Sources
Measure E Fund 101
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(Parks Director)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $10,000 25/26
Total $10,000
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Land and Buildings 54
Newburg Park Expansion Project CIP#9379
Description:
Readily available funds
for developing an
additional park space
for public use and for
general park
improvements.
Justification:
The City purchased an
adjacent 8.4-acre parcel
to the southeast of the
existing park in
December of 2021
using combined City
and RCRPD Prop 68
Per Capita funding.
There will be various, multi-phased projects to develop this site for recreational use, as funding opportunities become available. This may include assistance with engineering drafting, conceptual design, grant writing, land development, etc. in which funding may need to be readily available in order to pursue new opportunities in a timely fashion to expand this park space for public use, as the public has already identified desired park features (2019).
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the City Manager and Parks & Recreation Director. Greenway Partners public outreach and conceptual design completed in 2019.
Funding Sources:
Measure E Fund 101, grants
Prior Appropriations
Prop 68 Per Capita land purchase; $340,000
Greenway Partners; $21,000
(Parks Director)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Design and Construction $850,000 25/26
Total $850,000
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Land and Buildings 55
Land and Buildings
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Land and Buildings 56
Infrastructure Modernization & Energy Efficiency Project CIP#TBD Description
The City intends to select a qualified provider
for the development, implementation, and
monitoring of a comprehensive infrastructure
modernization and utility savings program
(i.e. solar panels) for locations throughout the
City.
Justification
The City’s ultimate goal is to utilize financial
savings realized from more efficient facilities
towards other upgrades and programs that
enhance the working environment and
improve livability for Fortuna residents.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by the Deputy Public Works
Director.
Funding Sources
Future Unidentified Grant Funds
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(Deputy Director of Public Works)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $1,000,000 27/28
Total $1,000,000
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Land and Buildings 57
Vehicle Charging Station Project CIP# TBD
Description
Installation of vehicle charging stations at
several locations throughout Fortuna.
Justification
City of Fortuna currently has three charging
stations located on 11th Street. This project
would provide charging stations for citizens
that purchase electric vehicles and wish to
reduce their carbon footprint. Charging
stations would be provided at the River Lodge
Conference Center, N Street public parking
lot, Rohner Park, the Corp Yard and Newburg
Park.
Studies and Reports
Identified and recommended by General Services
Superintendent.
Funding Sources
Unidentified Grant Funds
Prior Appropriations
N/A
Comments
(General Services Superintendent)
Project Cost Estimate
2025 Dollars
1. Construction $150,000 25/26
2. Construction $150,000 26/27
3. Construction $150,000 27/28
Total $450,000
City of Fortuna 2025
-2026 CIP
Land and Buildings 58
City of Fortuna 2025-2026 CIP
Completed and In Progress Projects 59
Completed Projects
This list contains the CIP projects that were completed by the City of Fortuna in the 2024/2025 fiscal year, as well as their cost estimates and actual costs. This list does not include projects that will continue over into the 2025/2026 fiscal year.
Table 1. Project completed in FY 24/25.
Dept. Project Name Funding
Source
Original
Budget Actual Cost % Variance
PW Sewer System Model and
Master Plan #9110 560 $287,858 $247,218.97 -14%
PW P Street Sewer Replacement
#9121 560 $150,000 $171,589.25 14%
PW Sanitary Sewer Collections
System CCTV #9122 560 $700,000 $518,428.96 -26%
PW Police Facility Replacement
#9104 100, 101 $2,538,000 $3,429,876.17 35%
PW Monday Club Chimney #9127 City Insurance $65,000 $63,832.00 -1.8%