Consent Agenda Item 3b
STAFF REPORT
Consent Agenda Item
DATE: July 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
FROM: Siana L. Emmons, Human Resources Director/City Clerk THROUGH: Amy Nilsen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Administrative Monthly Report for June 2026
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Receive report as an informational item.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Administration Department monthly report encompasses the following divisions: City Attorney, City Clerk, Risk Management/Human Resources and Information Technology.
CITY ATTORNEY
The City Attorney billing was 0.20 hours for the month of June. Project support for these months included public records request review, ordinance review, contract review, personnel inquiries, and various email and telephone calls.
CITY CLERK DIVISION
For the month of June, the Clerk’s Office prepared and published two agendas for Regular City Council Meetings and one Cancellation Notice for RCRPD Board meeting.
City Council Meetings
Council Meeting Date Agenda Items
June 1, 2026 – Regular Meeting 13
June 15, 2026 – Regular Meeting 19
Totals 32
City Clerk’s Office Key Duties June
Public Records Act Requests 7
General Information Requests 25 – 30 per day, average
Ordinances 0
Resolutions 10
Minutes Prepared 2
Notary Services Provided 2
Claims for Damages Filed 0
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FPPC Filings: 4
Legal/Proof of Publications 4
Notices Posted (Public Hearing, Agenda, Ordinance, etc.) 3 The City Clerk is responsible for organizing the City's side of the election process, making sure all legal requirements are met, candidates can qualify for the ballot, voters receive accurate information, and the election results are properly recorded and certified. For the upcoming General Election on November 3, 2026, Clerk staff met with the Humboldt County Office of Elections on June 18th, for an informational meeting to discuss the details of candidate filing and best practices, common candidate questions and consolidation of the election. The meeting was a success in terms of collaboration with the County and other local jurisdictions. County Elections staff took the opportunity to create custom nomination forms to create consistency amongst the jurisdictions as well as streamline the filing process with the County.
The nomination period is not officially open and will run from July 13th through August 7th. This year, there are four Council Seats up for election. One seat has a two-year term and three have four-year terms. If there are any members of the public interested in running for City Council, please call and schedule an appointment with the Clerk or Deputy Clerk by calling the Clerk’s Office directly at 707-725-1409 or emailing [email protected]. For more detailed information, you can find general elections information, including basic steps for running, on the City’s website at www.friendlyfortuna.com.
RISK MANAGEMENT / HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION
Risk Management
There were no (0) new Worker’s Compensation claims as of June 15, 2026, and no new tort claims.
City staff continue to work closely with LWP for Worker’s Compensation and George Hills, the City’s third-party claims administrator, to bring claims to settlement or closure.
Date of Claim Type of Claim Status
03/03/2026 Tort Claim In Progress
03/23/2026 Tort Claim In Progress
This year, California Intergovernmental Risk Authority (CIRA) has implemented a new online property coverage renewal process through the Harbor platform to streamline property renewals and improve the submission process. Risk staff are in the process of reviewing the City’s Schedule of Values to ensure proper coverage for all facilities and properties. In addition, CIRA has welcomed three new entities into the growing Joint Powers Authority (JPA), Pioneer Fire Protection District, the City of El Segundo and Broadmoor Police Protection District.
Also, as identified in the recent CIRA Strategic Planning Sessions, one of the Board’s highest priorities is strengthening CIRA's legislative advocacy efforts, including advancing meaningful tort reform and workers' compensation reform. As an early step toward this objective, CIRA has joined the California Association of Joint Powers Authorities (CAJPA) and a broad coalition of public agencies, local government organizations, and educational associations advocating for meaningful tort reform. CIRA is encouraging agencies to join the effort by providing a letter of support for tort reform that protects essential public services and California tax payers.
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On June 23rd, risk staff participated in a webinar “Industrial Hygiene”, which introduced industrial hygiene in the public sector. Topics included common workplace hazards, exposure risks, monitoring methods, strategies for protection employee health and safety and guidance to help recognize workplace risks and create safer work environments.
Human Resources
City Staff attended three (3) Liebert Cassidy Whitmore (LCW) Humboldt County Employment Relations Consortium courses on June 24th and June 25th. The first training, “Does It Apply? California Labor Code for Public Agencies,” provided an overview of California Labor Code provisions applicable to public agencies and recent legal developments affecting public employers.
The second training, “Employees and Driving,” reviewed legal requirements, employer responsibilities, and risk management practices for employees who operate vehicles as part of their job duties. The third training, “Case Study for Managing Illnesses or Injuries,” used practical case studies to address the administration of employee leave laws, workers’ compensation, reasonable accommodations, and fitness-for-duty evaluations. The training provided practical guidance and legals updates to support consistent and compliant personnel management practices.
Human Resources staff continue to administer recruitments for non-general fund full-time positions, police officer and sergeant and part-time recreation positions, as needed.
Current Recruitments:
Department Requisition Recruitment Status Notes
Police 202600013 Police Officer (Lateral) Open Applicants under review.
Police 202300074 Police Officer Trainee Closed 1 Candidate in preemployment.
Aaron Soli started on
July 2nd.
Police 202600008 Dispatcher I Closed Candidate in preemployment.
Parks & Rec 202600011 Conference Center
Worker I (Temp/On-Call)
Closed 2 Candidates in preemployment.
Public Works 202600010 Utility Worker II/III Open Interviews scheduled for July 22nd.
The City is always looking to recruit qualified staff for open positions. For more information about employment with the City of Fortuna, visit the City’s website www.friendlyfortuna.com, send email to the City Clerk at [email protected], or call 707-725-7600. We also encourage all interested applicants to create a user account on www.governmentjobs.com Consent Agenda Item 3b
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIVISION
City Website (www.friendlyfortuna.com)
If any members of the public are interested in the latest City news or City alerts, please visit the City of Fortuna website www.friendlyfortuna.com
Computer/Network
City staff continue to work collaboratively with Nylex to meet the City’s ongoing technical needs.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
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