GRASS VALLEY
City Council Regular Meeting, Capital Improvements Authority and Redevelopment "Successor Agency"
Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Council Chambers, Grass Valley City Hall | 125 East Main Street, Grass Valley, California Telephone: (530) 274-4310 – Fax: (530) 274-4399
E-Mail: [email protected] Web Site: www.cityofgrassvalley.com AGENDA
Any person with a disability who requires accommodations to participate in this meeting should telephone the City Clerk’s office at (530)274-4390, at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to make a request for a disability related modification or accommodation.
Mayor Jan Arbuckle, Vice Mayor Hilary Hodge, Councilmember Bob Branstrom, Councilmember Haven Caravelli, Councilmember Tom Ivy
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City of Grass Valley, CA AGENDA March 12, 2024
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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
AGENDA APPROVAL - The City Council reserves the right to hear items in a different order to accomplish business in the most efficient manner.
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
INTRODUCTIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
1. Smoke-Free Healthy Housing, presented by the Tobacco-Free Nevada County Coalition
PUBLIC COMMENT - Members of the public are encouraged to submit public comments via voicemail at (530) 274-4390 and email to [email protected]. Comments will be reviewed and distributed before the meeting if received by 5pm. Comments received after 5pm will be addressed during the item and/or at the end of the meeting. Council will have the option to modify their action on items based on comments received. Action may be taken on any agenda item. There is a time limitation of three minutes per person for all emailed, voicemail, or in person comments, and only one type of public comment per person. Speaker cards are assigned for public comments that are on any items not on the agenda, and within the jurisdiction or interest of the City. Speaker Cards can be pulled until the opening of public comment at which time sign ups will no longer be allowed.
These cards can be found at the City Clerks desk. If you wish to speak regarding a scheduled agenda item, please come to the podium when the item is announced. When recognized, please begin by providing your name and address for the record (optional). Thirty minutes of public comment will be heard under this item in order of the speaker card assigned and the remaining general public comments will be heard at the end of the meeting. We will begin with number one.
CONSENT ITEMS -All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are to be considered routine by the City Council and/or Grass Valley Redevelopment Agency and will be enacted by one motion in the form listed. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless, before the City Council and/or Grass Valley Redevelopment Agency votes on the motion to adopt, members of the Council and/or Agency, staff or the public request specific items to be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and action but Council action is required to do so (roll call vote).Unless the Council removes an item from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion, public comments are invited as to the consent calendar as a whole and limited to three minutes per person.
2. Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of February 27, 2024.
Recommendation: Council approve minutes as submitted.
3. Second Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement for Pioneer Community Energy CEQA: Not a project
City of Grass Valley, CA AGENDA March 12, 2024
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution 2024-10 of the City Council of the City of Grass Valley approving the second amended a restated Joint Powers Agreement of Pioneer Community Energy.
4. Review of 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report
CEQA: Not a project
Recommendation: Receive and File. No formal action required.
5. Review of 2023 Annual Housing Element Progress Report CEQA: Not a Project
Recommendation: Receive and File. No formal action required.
6. 4th of July Fireworks Show (Approval of Pyro Spectaculars North Agreement) CEQA: Not a Project
Recommendation: The Council 1) approve the 2024 4th of July Fireworks Show; 2) approve the City Manager to execute an Agreement with Pyro Spectaculars North, Inc. for the amount of $22,600 for the 4th of July Fireworks Show subject to legal review; and 3) approve the Finance Director to make any necessary budget adjustments and transfers.
7. Adoption of updated job descriptions for all peace officer classes CEQA: Not a Project
Recommendation: Approve the attached updated job descriptions for all peace officer job classes in the City
8. Transportation Impact Fees – Fee Program Revisions
CEQA: Not a project
Recommendation: That Council authorize revised, lower fees for the Single Family Residential land use category for the Grass Valley Transportation Impact Fee (GVTIF) and Regional Transportation Mitigation Fee (RTMF) programs
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION OR SEPARATE ACTION AND /
OR ANY ADDED AGENDA ITEMS
REORGANIZATION RELATED ITEMS
PUBLIC HEARING
ADMINISTRATIVE
9. Public Review for the Sphere of Influence (SOI) Plan Update Recommendation: Receive and File. No formal action required.
10. Opposition to Pacific Bell Telephone Company d/b/a AT&T California amended application for targeted relief from its Carrier of Last Resort obligation and certain associated tariff obligations.
CEQA: Not a Project.
Recommendation: That Council approve the letter and authorize the Mayor to sign and submit it to the California Public Utilities Commission.
BRIEF REPORTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
City of Grass Valley, CA AGENDA March 12, 2024
CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC COMMENT
ADJOURN
POSTING NOTICE
This is to certify that the above notice of a meeting of The City Council, scheduled for Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 6:00 PM was posted at city hall, easily accessible to the public, as of 5:00 p.m. Thursday, March 7, 2024.
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Taylor Day, City Clerk
GRASS VALLEY
City Council Regular Meeting, Capital Improvements Authority and Redevelopment "Successor Agency"
Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Council Chambers, Grass Valley City Hall | 125 East Main Street, Grass Valley, California Telephone: (530) 274-4310 – Fax: (530) 274-4399
E-Mail: [email protected] Web Site: www.cityofgrassvalley.com
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Meeting Called to order at 6:04pm.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Arbuckle led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT
Councilmember Haven Caravelli
Councilmember Tom Ivy
Vice Mayor Hilary Hodge
Mayor Jan Arbuckle
ABSENT
Councilmember Bob Branstrom
AGENDA APPROVAL -
Motion made to approve the agenda by Vice Mayor Hodge, Seconded by Councilmember Caravelli.
Voting Yea: Councilmember Caravelli, Councilmember Ivy, Vice Mayor Hodge, Mayor Arbuckle
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
Public comment attached.
No report.
INTRODUCTIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
1. Thank you from A.I.M. & Associates
2. Parking 101 Presentation
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City of Grass Valley, CA MINUTES February 27, 2024
3. The Community Foundation of Nevada County Presentation
PUBLIC COMMENT -
Virtual public comment attached.
Speakers 1 thru 13 with noted change that speaker 3 was for an agenda item.
CONSENT ITEMS -
Public comment by Matthew Coulter.
Motion made to approve consent by Councilmember Ivy, Seconded by Councilmember Caravelli.
Voting Yea: Councilmember Caravelli, Councilmember Ivy, Vice Mayor Hodge, Mayor Arbuckle
4. Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of February 13, 2024.
Recommendation: Council approve minutes as submitted.
5. Local Emergency Proclamation (Winter Storm of February 2023) CEQA: Not a project
Recommendation: To continue the Winter Storm February 24th, 2023 to March 1st, 2023 proclamation declaring a Local State of Emergency
6. Reallocation of Proposition 64 Public Health and Safety Grant funds related to vehicle purchase
CEQA: Not a project
Recommendation: Approve the reallocation of grant funds; direct staff to move forward with the purchase of vehicle in accordance with City purchasing guidelines and Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) requirements.
7. Out of State Training for Specialized Digital Forensics Capability CEQA: Not a project
Recommendation: Approve the attendance of Police Department Detective to travel to Utah for specialized training in this use of digital forensic-extraction software
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION OR SEPARATE ACTION AND /
OR ANY ADDED AGENDA ITEMS
REORGANIZATION RELATED ITEMS
PUBLIC HEARING
8. Appeal of the Planning Commission’s approval of a Development Review Permit and Variance application for the Sierra Guest Home Expansion for a Supportive Housing use
CEQA: Categorical exemption Class 5
Recommendation: Based upon the evidence in the public record, and the Planning Commission’s 4:1 approval, staff recommends that the City Council take the following actions: A) Deny the appeal and uphold the Planning Commission’s approval of the Development Review and Variance Request for the Sierra Guest Home Expansion;
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City of Grass Valley, CA MINUTES February 27, 2024
B) Determine the project Categorically Exempt as the appropriate level of environmental review in accordance with section 15305, categorical exemption Class
5. the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Guidelines; and C) Adopt Findings of Fact for approval of the Development Review Permit and Variance as presented in the Staff Report; and, D) Approve the Development Review Permit and Variance (23PLN-28) in accordance with the Conditions of Approval, as presented in this Staff Report.
Amy Wolfson, City Planner, gave presentation to the to the council. Council Caravelli disclosed that she had a conversation with the applicant in regards to the project and about the Planning Commissions decisions.
Wayne Cooley, appellant, gave overview to the council of the appeal of the Planning Commissions decision. After Robert Wallice on behalf of Hospitality House, applicant, gave overview of the project to the council.
Public Comment: Katie Adams, unnamed, Steven Desena, Petra, Matthew Coulter Council too a break at 8:11 pm and the meeting called back to order at 8:19 pm.
ADMINISTRATIVE
BRIEF REPORTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Councilmember Ivy had nothing to report. Councilmember Caravelli attended an ERC meeting, a play in Nevada City, a Measure B Nevada County Contractor Association table talk, another ERC meeting, a meeting with Katy the new City pop-up events coordinator, a GVDA and Chamber meeting, and the In-Concert Sierra raising roof event. Vice Mayor Hodge attended the Wild and Scenic film festival, a CIRCLE event, a local Library book club meeting and wants to remind everyone that they can sign up to receive the City Agenda on the City's website. Mayor Arbuckle also attended the Raising the Roof event for In-Concert Sierra, an Animal shelter tour in Sutter, a League of California Cities board meeting, and she will be missing first meeting in March.
CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC COMMENT
Speakers number 14 to 17 of public speaker list.
ADJOURN
Meeting adjourned at 8:33 pm.
_______________________________ ______________________________ Jan Arbuckle, Mayor Taylor Day, City Clerk
Adopted on:______________
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Love to hear that final report. Thanks a lot.
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I would also like to clarify something from the December 12, 2023, City Council meeting:
Two of the anti-Israel activists decided to re-define the meaning of “AntiSemitism.” To them, “Anti-Semitism” meant not just opposition to Jews, but to Arabs, Syrians – anyone who has a semitic ethnic background.
Is this what Anti-Semitism means?
No.
The word “Anti-Semitism” was coined in the 1870s by German secularists, used continuously to apply to opposition to Jews as a race, but not to any other Semites.
Activists intentionally mis-defined “Anti-Semitism” to water down its use so “we are all victims of Anti-Semitism.”
Do you know that 240,000 Israelis are homeless? These survivors of the October 7 terror attacks cannot return to their communities until Hamas and their allies are eliminated, and buffer zones are established.
The Hamas Covenant states: “Israel will exist and will continue to exist until Islam will obliterate it, just as it obliterated others before it" Yahya Sinwar, leader of Hamas in the Gaza Strip stated, “The leaders of the occupation [Israel] should know, Oct. 7 was just a rehearsal.” H.Ben Winkler M m m
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From: Paul Elias
Sent: Tuesday, February 27, 2024 4:16 PM
To: Public Comments
Subject: Public Comment 2/27 Against Expanding Sierra Guest House [You don't oŌen get email from . Learn why this is important at hƩps://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdenƟficaƟon ]
My name is Paul Elias, 12125 Crystal Springs Road just outside the City limits off Old Tunnel/Town Talk Road.
I met with district 3 Supervisor Swarthout last week at her county office saying I would speak out at any public hearing to expand homeless services and/or housing in the Glenbrook Basin, the locaƟon of adding occupancy to Sierra Guest House. So here goes. . .
Enough!!! We have Hospitality House, The navigaƟon center, Brunswick Commons and possible expansion of Sierra Guest House, they’re not managing the magnet they are for the homeless and encampments.
My neighborhood is impacted constantly with homeless camps that become abandoned with debris, shiƫng in the woods, liƩer out behind Flyers gas staƟon by West America bank and pan handling, plus meth use which I have good evidence of from constantly cleaning up homeless camps along Old Tunnel and Town Talk, along Brunswick, by Sierra Cinema’s. If you enter hwy 49er/20 going eat from behind Walgreens and see the mess of a homeless camps there that neither GV or Hospitality House or other providers has aƩempted to remove the unsightly mess. I tried but only got so far. Come on mgmt at the navagƟon center or Hospitality House, you see it too and ignore?? So unƟl the City, County and the service providers to the homeless can manage what exists, don’t add more to the Basin.
I’m not against helping the homeless but you’d get my favorable support if I saw a program in place, (in fact Superior Swarthout said thats’s a possibility and believe Truckee has it, chex with her), of using the homeless themselves from H.
Home and Brunswick Commons to do the cleanup. Not rocket science to take the H. House van, hitch a trailer to it and remove the debris, and not now and then at major cleanup events like held last fall off Dorsey Drive.
Don’t expand more services in my neighborhood, which is already a magnet for homeless campsites unƟl something is done to “manage” what’s there, an ugly, and hazardous mess.
Paul Elias
Ps. I ran into a a fellow who had been homeless and now is sheltered at the Brunswick Commons. He told me proudly I have one of the finest views in the County for free. LOL. Put him work I say for that great view.
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February 23, 2024
City Council
City of Grass Valley
125 East Main Street
Grass Valley, CA 95945
RE: Measure B
Dear City Council,
I refer you to the Nevada County Voter Information Guide, March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary Election (Voter Guide), Section 4: Local Measures on the Ballot, pages (BT11/REP) 42 through 51. These pages present Measure B for the City of Grass Valley.
The Nevada County Registrar of Voters informed me that the material referenced above was provided by the City of Grass Valley and included in the Voter Guide verbatim.
The “FULL TEXT OF TAX MEASURE, ORDINANCE NO. 826” found in the Voter Guide is the whole of Measure B. In short, upon a majority YES vote, the City is authorized to impose an additional 0.375% sales and use tax, and expenditures of this revenue shall be considered in conjunction with the City’s annual budget.
This tax revenue will flow into the City’s general fund, not a special fund. Therefore, the ordinance cannot, and does not, refer to the purpose for such tax revenues, or expenditures for which the tax revenues will be, or may be, used.
Your attention is directed to page 48 of the Voter Guide containing the “IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS, MEASURE B – CITY OF GRASS VALLEY”. This analysis of Ordinance No. 826 was prepared by the City Attorney, Mr. Colantuono. His analysis contains the following verbiage:
“…….reducing the risk of catastrophic wildfire and extreme weather by funding additional firefighters, vegetation management, and emergency evacuation planning.” Despite the fact that the ordinance does not contain a description of purpose or expenditures relating to the tax revenue, Mr. Colantuono included a description of same in his analysis.
Inserting terms of purpose and expenditures for the tax revenue into his “Impartial Analysis” that are not contained in Ordinance No. 826 was highly inappropriate. By doing so, Mr.
Colantuono has mislead voters.
The City incorporated into the “BALLOT QUESTION” verbiage identical to that found in the “Impartial Analysis” regarding purpose and expenditures for tax revenue. Again, this action was highly inappropriate and by doing so, the City has further mislead voters.
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I now find the same phraseology identifying purpose and expenditures for the tax revenue on my Official Ballot under Measure B.
The City of Grass Valley’s legal counsel and staff have taken every opportunity, through use of the official Nevada County Voter Information Guide and the Official Ballot to intentionally expose voters to concepts not contained in, and contrary to, Ordinance No. 826.
In light of these actions, and regardless of the outcome of the vote on Measure B, the City Council must not adopt tax Ordinance No. 826. Instead, the Council should offer voters a special tax ordinance requiring a two‐thirds vote. The tax revenue generated by such a measure may then be properly promoted and advertised to the voters as being committed to reducing the risk of wildfire.
In addition, Council members Branstrom, Hodge, Caravelli, and Ivy, and Mayor Arbuckle singed on to an “Argument in Favor of Measure B”, also contained in the Voter Guide, which states: “Measure B will fund FIREFIGHTER, WILDFIRE RISK REDUCTION and VEGETATION MANAGEMENT for Grass Valley.” The term “will” as used in this sentence implies a guarantee. As current council members, it is not possible to guarantee the disposition of tax revenues over a seven‐year period. You also managed to mislead the voters.
Your constituent,
Tim McCall
424 South Auburn Street
Grass Valley, CA 95945
CC: Nevada County Registrar of Voters
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Nevada City, CA 95959
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City of Grass Valley
City Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: Second Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement for Pioneer Community Energy
CEQA: Not a project
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution 2024-10 of the City Council of the City of Grass Valley approving the second amended a restated Joint Powers Agreement of Pioneer Community Energy.
Prepared by: Taylor Day, Deputy City Manager I
Council Meeting Date: 03/12/2024 Date Prepared: 03/06/2024 Agenda: Consent
Background Information: Pioneer Community Energy (“Pioneer”) is a Joint Powers Authority formed between the Counties of Placer and El Dorado, the Town of Loomis, and the Cities of Auburn, Colfax, Grass Valley, Lincoln, Nevada City, Placerville, and Rocklin. Pioneer is a Community Choice Aggregation Program (“CCA”) authorized under Assembly Bill 117 (2002). The CCA provides local control over the electricity supply with a primary goal of providing stable and competitive electricity rates to the residents and businesses within its member jurisdictions. Pioneer purchases the electricity supply and PG&E transmits and delivers the power through PG&E’s infrastructure (poles and wires).
PG&E continues to own, operate, and maintain its distribution infrastructure. PG&E also continues to provide meter readings and
billing services for Pioneer’s customers.
On December 19, 2023, the City of Grass Valley received notice from Pioneer of a proposed vote to adopt a Second Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement (JPA).
The majority of the proposed amendments to the JPA would clarify language and correct clerical errors. The primary substantive change would be to amend Section 19, Amendments, to streamline the adoption of amendments to the JPA that do not directly impact the member agencies or change the nature of Pioneer or its powers.
Currently, notice of a proposed amendment must be sent to each member agency 30 days in advance of the Pioneer Governing Board’s consideration of the amendment. A two-thirds majority of the Board is required to approve an amendment. Further, the amendment must be approved by separate resolution of each of the member agencies, and finally, notice must be provided to members after the amendment is final.
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The proposed change would specify that only amendments to Section 4, Powers, and the addition of new member agencies would require member agency approval by resolution. Other amendments could be approved by the Pioneer Governing Board with a two-thirds vote, with notice provided to the member agencies 30 days prior to and after the action. This is intended to allow amendments that are more internal in nature (affecting board membership, agency governance, etc.) to proceed with solely a twothirds vote by the Pioneer Governing Board. That said, under the proposed process, the City of Grass Valey would still be given notice and an opportunity to object to any proposed amendment.
Council Goals/Objectives: The item executes portions of work tasks towards achieving/maintaining Strategic Plan – High Performance Government and Quality Service.
Fiscal Impact: No fiscal impact
Funds Available: N/A Account #: N/A
Reviewed by: City Manager
Attachments:
1. Resolution Approving the Second Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement for Pioneer Community Energy
2. November 16, 2023 –Staff Report by Pioneer Community Energy on Proceeding with Adopting of Second Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement for Pioneer Community Energy
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RESOLUTION NO. 2024-10
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRASS VALLEY APPROVING THE SECOND
AMENDED AND RESTATED JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT FOR PIONEER COMMUNITY ENERGY
WHEREAS, the Sierra Valley Energy Authority was established on September 9, 2015, between the County of Placer and the City of Colfax; and
WHEREAS, the Sierra Valley Energy Authority was originally created for the purpose of providing a financing conduit and program expansion platform for the mPOWER Program; and WHEREAS, counties and cities have the power under California law to aggregate electric load, to purchase and supply electricity for themselves and customers within their jurisdictions, by providing a Community Choice Aggregation (“CCA”) Program, pursuant to California Public Utilities Code Sections 331.1 and 366.2; and
WHEREAS, the Amended and Restated JPA allowed for the establishment of a Community Choice Aggregation Program within the jurisdictions of the Voting Members and authorized the Cities of Auburn, Lincoln, Rocklin, and the Town of Loomis to become Voting Members; and, WHEREAS, the Amended and Restated JPA became effective on February 22, 2017; and WHEREAS, on July 17, 2017, the Governing Board of the Sierra Valley Energy Authority took action to rename and brand Sierra Valley Energy Authority as Pioneer Community Energy (“Pioneer”); and
WHEREAS, on December 17, 2020, the Governing Board of Pioneer Community Energy approved Amendment No. 1 to the Amended and Restated JPA, which authorized the County of El Dorado and the City of Placerville to become Voting Members; and
WHEREAS, the Governing Board of Pioneer Community Energy has previously approved four amendments to the Amended and Restated JPA; and
WHEREAS, on October 25, 2022, the City Council approved Resolution No. 2022-77, requesting membership in Pioneer, approving the Amended and Restated JPA, and approving Amendment No. 5 thereto; and
WHEREAS, on November 17, 2022, the Governing Board of Pioneer Community Energy approved Amendment No. 5 to the Amended and Restated JPA, which authorized the Cities of Grass Valley and Nevada City to become Voting Members; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 19 of the Amended and Restated JPA, the governing body of each Voting Member must individually approve amendments to the Amended and Restated JPA and thereafter the Governing Board of Pioneer ratifies the amendment; and WHEREAS, individual approval of amendments by each Voting Member results in logistical complications and delays, which can be remedied by eliminating this requirement for certain
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amendments and allowing the Governing Board of Pioneer to approve such amendments to the JPA with a two thirds vote after providing notice to Voting Members; and WHEREAS, to these ends, the City Council of Grass Valley desires to approve the execution of the Second Amended and Restated Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement for Pioneer Community Energy to incorporate the changes made by the previous amendments to the Amended and Restated JPA, clarify language, correct clerical errors, and streamline adoption of amendments to the JPA that do not directly impact the member agencies or change the nature of Pioneer or its powers.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of Grass Valley hereby resolves as follows:
Section 1. The recitals above are true and correct and are incorporated by this reference and constitute findings in this matter.
Section 2. The City Council of Grass Valley hereby approves the Second Amended and Restated Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement for Pioneer Community Energy, in the form attached hereto as Exhibit “A,” and authorizes and directs the Mayor to execute the Second Amended and Restated Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement for Pioneer Community Energy in the name and on behalf of the City.
Section 3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
Exhibit A: Second Amended and Restated Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of Grass Valley at a regular meeting of said Council, on this 12th of March 2024, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers:
NOES: Councilmembers:
ABSENT: Councilmembers:
ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:
______________________________
Jan Arbuckle, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________ _________________________________ City Clerk Michael Colantuono, City Attorney
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Staff Report – Item 4
To: The Governing Board
From: Inder Khalsa, General Counsel
Donald Eckert, Executive Director
Item 4: Authorize staff to notice member agencies and proceed with adopting the Second Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement for Pioneer Community Energy with any changes requested by the Governing Board.
Date: 11/16/2023
RECOMMENDATION
Authorize staff to notice member agencies and proceed with adopting the Second Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement for Pioneer Community Energy with any changes requested by the Governing Board.
BACKGROUND
In 2015, the Placer County and the City of Colfax entered into a Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) for the purpose of establishing the Sierra Valley Energy Authority to operate a PACE program. In 2017, the JPA was amended and restated to rename the agency Pioneer Community Energy, create a community choice aggregation program, and add the cities of Auburn, Lincoln, Rocklin, and the Town of Loomis as member agencies. Since then, that First Amended and Restated JPA has been amended five times to make minor text changes and add new members.
At the October 19, 2023, meeting, the General Counsel provided a presentation to the Governing Board regarding the desirability of adopting a Second Amended and Restated JPA. The Governing Board directed General Counsel to prepare a draft Second Amended and Restated JPA for Board consideration and discussion. The Board provided direction that amendments to the JPA for The General Counsel is now seeking input and direction from the Board with respect to the draft Second Amended and Restated JPA and initiation of the formal amendment process.
ANALYSIS & DISCUSSION
As shown in the attached redline showing changes proposed to the First Amended and Restated Agreement, the proposed Second Amended and Restated JPA would make the following revisions and changes to the JPA:
• Name. Change name of agency to Pioneer Community Energy throughout (this was legally effectuated by a resolution adopted in 2017 but references to Sierra Valley Energy Authority remained in the First Amended and Restated); likewise changed references to “the Authority” to “Pioneer” for ease of reading.
• Recitals. Update recitals to reflect history of Pioneer and subsequent amendments. • Effective date. Revise effective date to reflect Second Amended and Restated. • Exhibit A for List of Members. Remove references to specific member agencies in Sections 2 and 5 and of the JPA, moving the list of the members to a new Exhibit A for easier reference and updating.
• Special Voting Requirements. Revise Section 8 to separate the discussion of involuntary termination of a member from the discussion of general amendments to the JPA. We moved but did not change the requirement that amendments of the JPA require a 2/3 vote of the Governing Board.
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• Amendments. Revise Section 19, Amendments, to specify that only amendments to Section 4, Powers, and the addition of new member agencies requires approval by separate resolutions of each of the member agencies and to make other changes to streamline the amendment process. • Satisfied/completed obligations. Revise sections that have now been completed to indicate they are satisfied (for example, Section 9E, which describes the provision of start-up funding by Placer County).
• Clean-up. Fix incorrect cross references, revise confusing references and typos.
The bulk of the changes proposed are clarifying or clerical in nature. Adopting a clearer Second Amended and Restated JPA will provide the public, staff, and legal counsel with a clearer reference document for questions of governance, eliminating the need to check amendments (at least in the near term). It also provides an opportunity to correct or eliminate outdated references, resulting in a document that is easier to understand.
The primary substantive proposed change to the JPA is to Section 19, Amendment. Currently, notice of proposed amendments must be sent to each member agency 30 days in advance of the Board considering the amendment. A two-thirds majority of the Board is required to approve an amendment. Further, the amendment must be approved by separate resolution of each of the member agencies, and finally, notice must be provided to members after the amendment is final.
Staff recommends that the amendment process be simplified for amendments that do not directly impact the member agencies or change the nature of Pioneer or its powers. Based on direction received at the October 19 Governing Board meeting, the attached draft would provide a different amendment process for amendments to Section 4 (Powers) and amendments to add a new party to the JPA. For those amendments, separate resolutions of each member agency would be required.
All other amendments could be approved by the Board with a two-thirds vote, with notice provided to the member agencies 30 days prior and after the action. Individual member agency approval by resolution would not be required. This is intended to allow amendments that are more internal in nature (affecting board membership, basic governance, etc.) to proceed with solely a Board vote. That said, member agencies would be given notice and the opportunity to object to any proposed amendment.
STRATEGIC PLAN
The recommendation supports the Operational Excellence priority.
FISCAL IMPACT
The proposed Second Amended and Restated JPA will not have any direct fiscal impact beyond the time of staff and General Counsel to process the amendment.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Draft Second Amended and Restated JPA
2. Redline showing changes made between the First and Second Amended and Restated JPA (as amended by Amendments 1-5).
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City Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: Review of 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report CEQA: Not a project
Recommendation: Receive and File. No formal action required.
Prepared by: Amy Wolfson, City Planner
Council Meeting Date: March 12, 2024 Date Prepared: March 6, 2024 Agenda: Consent
Background Information: The City of Grass Valley General Plan was adopted in November 1999. The City’s last Housing Element was adopted in August 2019. Government Code Section 65400 mandates that cities and counties submit an annual progress report (APR) on the General Plan and progress on its implementation to the legislative body, the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and the Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) by April 1 of each year. The intent of the legislation is to ensure that the City’s General Plan is relied upon for land use decisions and that it remains an effective tool for guiding development. The report provides the City Council with information regarding the current status of the General Plan policies and their implementation during the past year.
The attached document fulfills Government Code Section 65400.
The purpose of the APR is to provide the public and decision makers with an update of the City’s progress in implementing its General Plan vision. A secondary purpose of the APR is to fulfill the housing element statutory requirements regarding the City’s progress in meeting its share of regional housing needs and its efforts to remove government constraints to the development of housing in accordance with Government Code Section 65584.3(c) and 65584.5(b)(5). The Housing Element APR has separate reporting requirements and forms, which will be submitted electronically by the City by the April 1, deadline.
Council Goals/Objectives: This General Plan APR does not meet any specific or general goal or objective but is mandated by the State.
Fiscal Impact: Preparation of the General Plan APR has been completed with existing staffing resources. No impact to the General Fund will occur.
Reviewed by: _______City Manager
ATTACHMENT:
Attachment 1 – 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report with Attachments
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CITY OF GRASS VALLEY
2023 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL
PROGRESS REPORT
March 6, 2023
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Purpose of General Plan Annual Report ................................................................................................3 General Plan Background.........................................................................................................................3 City’s Responsibility……………………………………………………………………………… ..........4 Amendments to the General Plan…………………………………………………………………….....4 Major Milestones and Projects .................................................................................................................5 Status of General Plan Implementation Actions ...................................................................................7 Housing Element Annual Progress Report..........................................................................................14 Attachments:
Table B – Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress Permits Issued by Affordability Table D – Program Implementation Status Pursuant to GC Section 65583
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PURPOSE OF GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL REPORT
California Government Code Section 65400 mandates that cities and counties submit an annual progress report (APR) on the General Plan and progress on its implementation to the legislative body, the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and the Housing and Community Development Department (HCD). The four purposes of the annual report are to:
1. Provide information to assess progress on implementation of the General Plan in accordance with the stated goals, policies, and implementation measures.
2. Provide information to identify necessary course adjustments or modifications to the General Plan to improve implementation.
3. Provide a clear correlation between land use decisions made during the reporting period, and the goals, policies, and implementation measures of the General Plan.
4. Provide information regarding local agency progress in meeting its share of regional housing needs and local efforts to remove governmental constraints to the development of housing.
This document fulfills Government Code Section 65400; however, it should be noted that Charter Cities such as Grass Valley were exempt of this General Plan requirement prior to 2019.
Accordingly, other than the Housing Element Annual Progress Report, the City has not submitted prior annual reports. As such, this report may incorporate information from past exempt reporting years to date, as applicable.
The purpose of the APR is to provide the public and decision makers with an update of the City’s progress in implementing its General Plan vision. This annual assessment provides an opportunity to adjust or modify its policies, goals, and objectives to ensure that the City meets its stated vision.
A secondary purpose of the APR is to fulfill housing element statutory requirements regarding the City’s progress in meeting its share of regional housing needs and its efforts to remove government constraints to the development of housing in accordance with Government Code Section 65584.3(c) and 65584.5(b)(5). The Housing Element APR has separate reporting requirements and forms, which have been submitted electronically by the City by the April 1, deadline.
CITY OF GRASS VALLEY GENERAL PLAN BACKGROUND
The Grass Valley General Plan Update commenced June 30, 1998, with a “kickoff” meeting at the Grass Valley City Hall. From the onset, the Grass Valley General Plan Update was aided by the leadership of an appointed Steering Committee. The Steering Committee had eight members, appointed by the City Council. Two were Council members, two where members of the Planning Commission, and four were Members-at-Large. The Steering Committee guided General Plan activities through bi-monthly meetings with staff and consultants; sponsored Public Workshops designed to afford members of the public opportunity to participate in General Plan development; and served as the City’s decision-making body throughout General Plan formulation.
General Plan Elements – The 2020 Grass Valley General Plan includes the following General Plan Elements:
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• Land Use
• Circulation
• Conservation/Open Space (formally separate elements being combined) • Housing
• Noise
• Safety (formally Safety and Seismic Safety Elements, being combined) • Community Design (formally Urban Design)
• Historical
• Recreation
• Mineral Management
The City’s General Plan addresses State General Plan requirements. California law requires that every city and county adopt a long-term General Plan that addresses eight specific topics or “elements.” The General Plan must be internally consistent and contain the State Government Code requirements.
CITY’S RESPONSIBLITY
The effectiveness of the General Plan ultimately depends on how it is implemented and maintained over time. State law requires that most actions of local governments affecting the physical environment be consistent with the General Plan. This implementation of the Plan is the responsibility of numerous departments and divisions including:
• City Manager’s Office (City Clerk, Economic Development and Communications) • Administrative Services Department (Finance & Human Resources) • Community Development Department (Planning, Building, Housing & Code Compliance) • Public Works & Engineering (Community Services, Facilities and Maintenance) • Fire Department (Fire abatement) and,
• Police Department (Community Services, Information Technology & Animal Control) Additionally, several other governmental agencies provide services within the City. While these agencies are neither part of the City’s operational structure nor directly responsible for implementation of the General Plan, the City does coordinate its activities with these other agencies and relies upon their assistance for full implementation of the General Plan. These agencies include, but are not limited to the following:
• Nevada Irrigation District
• Nevada Union High School
• Nevada County Local Agency Formation Commission
• Nevada County Community Development Agency
AMENDMENTS TO THE GENERAL PLAN
State law allows the City to amend its General Plan no more than four times per year (Charter Cities are Exempt from this requirement). Amendments may be proposed and acted upon at any time during the year and one action may include multiple amendments. Any changes to the
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General Plan require a public hearing by the City Council upon recommendation by the Planning Commission and include evaluation of the environmental impacts as required by the California Environmental Quality Act. (CEQA).
There were no notable General Plan Amendment for 2023.
2023 MAJOR MILESTONES & PROJECTS
Construction was approved, initiated, or completed within the City of Grass Valley for the following major projects during the 2023 planning year:
Annexation Projects:
The City did not initiate any annexation projects in 2023.
City Projects:
• Mill Street Pedestrian Improvement Project – Following the success of the temporary closure of two blocks of Mill Street to create public space in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City approved permanent closure of Mill Street. Custom planters, site furnishings and seating areas were carefully positioned throughout the street to 1) provide necessary vegetation and shading currently lacking on the street; 2) support businesses activities; and 3) provide designated public seating area to create a cohesive identity that compliments the historic character. Improvements were completed in 2023.
• Scotten Field Turf Replacement – Artificial turf was installed at Scotten School’s field along with an access road, parking lot, and restroom, as part of the 2021 Measure E Park Improvements.
Improvements were completed 2023.
• Condon Baseball Field Turf Project – Artificial turf was installed at Condon Baseball Field as part of the 2021 Measure E Park Improvements. Improvements were completed in 2023. • 2023 Annual Street Rehab Project – The scope of work, in general, included: asphalt concrete pavement removal, hot mix asphalt paving, and thermoplastic pavement marking and striping for Lucas Avenue, Miners Trail, French Street, and portions of Clark Street, Clipper Lane, Wiley Lane, Fiddick Lane, and Neville Way. Improvements occurred in 2023. • Working with consultant Surf to Snow Environmental Resource Management, Inc. (S2S ERM), the city developed the most feasible and desirable trail alignment for the Wolf Creek Trail, including engineering design, environmental studies, planning and related services (update provided to council in March 2023)
• Signed Professional Services Agreement with Sauers Engineering, Inc. for Infrastructure Needs Study for the Southern Sphere of Influence and Grass Valley RV Park Annexation Areas. for preparation of the Infrastructure Needs Study in April 2023.
Commercial Projects:
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• Target Remodel – Façade elevations, site improvements and landscaping were approved for the redevelopment of the Kmart Store to a Target Store with Certificate of Occupancy issued in April 2023, and including outdoor gathering space improvements approved in September 2023. • Quick Quack Car Wash – A ±3600 square foot attended Quick Quack Carwash and related site improvements was approved in 2022 and has been under construction throughout 2023 with a Certificate of Occupancy granted in January 2024.
• Grass Valley RV Resort - This project was annexed in 2021, and grading and construction began in 2022 and is ongoing for a 147 space RV Park Resort with 15 glamping spaces for short term camping. • Approved a Use Permit in February 2023 for operational changes associated with Spirit House, which provides social services including counseling for clients with mental health issues. • Approved an 80-room hotel project on Plaza Drive, with a recommendation by the Development Review Committee in December 2023, and approval by the Planning Commission in January 2024 Residential Projects:
• Loma Rica Ranch Specific Plan – Approved in 2019, the Specific Plan is a mixed-use development of over 452 acres. Grading and infrastructure improvements for Phase I consisting of ±250 homes is occurring in 2022 and 2023, with home construction slated for Summer 2024. • Berriman Ranch Phase I – Single-family development of 30 homes ranging in size from 1,579 to 2,491 square feet are being constructed with the final phase completed in 2023. • Berriman Ranch Phase II Duet Project – 12 zero lot-line duet lots ranging in size from ±3,984 square feet to ±8,405 square feet. The city received a notice of non-funding in August 2023 for a REAP 2.0 grant requested to fund a sewer lift station, which is required to serve the project. The applicant is considering funding options and anticipates construction to occur in 2025. • Berriman Ranch Phase III Duet Project – Berriman Ranch Phase III includes the division of a ±75-acre parcel into 60 duet style lots ranging in size from ±4,000 square feet to ±8,741 square feet. The city received a notice of non-funding in August 2023 for a REAP 2.0 grant requested to fund a sewer lift station, which is required to serve the project. The applicant is considering funding options and anticipates construction to occur in 2025.
• Gilded Springs – 26 residential infill lots including floor plans ranging in size from 1,400 to 2,835 square feet. sq. ft. were approved in July 2019. Site improvements have occurred in 2022 with building permits issued in 2023 and 2024.
• Ridge Village/McKenna Subdivisions – 34 single family infill lots with floor plans ranging in size from 1,200 to 3,000 square feet. Site improvements are occurring in 2021 with building permits anticipated in Summer of 2024.
• The Pines of Grass Valley – Consists of 108 for rent 1- & 2-bedroom apartments. The resort-style apartment project includes a swimming pool, hot tub, sundeck, private cabanas with TVs, fire pit, outdoor Yoga Studio, on-site business center, smart home features, on-site deli and market. The
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applicant has discussed the phasing of the project with staff and anticipates an initial phase to break ground in Summer 2024.
• Timberwood Estates – 45 single family home development, offering semi-customized homes in three sizes from 1,804 to 2,224 square feet, including 2-car garages. Building permits are issued in 2021.
Buildout is on-going, with the majority of building permits issued in 2023 and the remaining anticipated to occur in 2024.
• Ridge Village – Approved the Final Map for a 24-lot subdivision for single-family residential development in March 2023.
Mixed-Use Projects:
• Dorsey Marketplace Selected Dudek Environmental Consultants to prepare the Health Risk Assessment and Partially Recirculated Draft EIR as required per the court’s findings, for the previously approved entitlements associated with the Dorsey Marketplace project for a mixed-use and residential project, agreement 3/27/2023.
PRIOR YEARS APPROVED PROJECTS
• Brunswick Commons: 41-unit affordable rental apartment project, designed to provide housing targeting the homeless and mentally ill, with a Certificate of Occupancy issued in 2022. • Southern Sphere of Influence Planning and Annexation Project – 1) an amendment to the General Plan land use designations on 237 of the 400 acres; 2) a prezone amendment on 237 of the 400 acres of land to various zone districts consistent with the proposed General Plan amendments; 3) an expansion of the boundaries and amendment to the Southeast Industrial District Combining Zone; 4) an amendment to add 31 acres to the City's Sphere of Influence; and 5) the annexation of approximately 400 acres.
• Grass Valley RV Resort and Annexation Project – The Grass Valley RV Park Resort and Annexation Project consists of 147 space RV Park Resort with 15 glamping spaces for short term camping on ±20 acres. The project also includes the annexation of ±25 acres of property into the City limits with a zoning designation that permits commercial and residential and combinations thereof. • Brockington Center Frontage Landscaping – The Brockington (Safeway) shopping center frontage landscaping improvement project includes installation of several decorative rock walls and new parking lot landscaping.
• Condon Park Accessibility & Parking Lot Improvement Project – The Condon Park Accessibility Project was initiated 2020 and completed in 2021. The project included grading and resurfacing the trail, repaving the roadway, and repairing and installing sidewalk to meet current ADA standards. The 2021 Parking Lot Improvement Project included installation of a new restroom building, repaving of the LOVE building and baseball field parking lots, and extension of existing concrete walkway.
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• Slate Creek Road & Drainage Improvements – The Slate Creek Road & Drainage Improvement project includes replacing drainage culvert, installing infiltration trenches, repaving and other needed improvements on Slate Creek Road to the City limits. • Dutch Bros Coffee – The construction of a ±900 square foot Dutch Bros with drive-through was completed in 2021.
• McDonald's Remodel – The project consists of a façade, décor, drive-thru and restroom upgrade, as well as a 1,200 square foot building addition is under construction through 2021 with completion in 2022.
• Wendy's Restaurant – A ±2,366 square foot Wendy’s restaurant with drive-through with parking and landscaping is under construction in 2021 with completion in 2022. • West Olympia Hotel – A two-story, 74 room hotel that includes a pool and fitness center was approved by the Planning Commission on December 15th, 2020. Construction is anticipated in Spring/Summer 2022
• Brunswick Commons – The project is a mixture of affordable housing and homeless resource center which includes transitional housing units. The project is a Nevada County sponsored project consisting of 41 units of affordable housing for homeless and mentally ill. Also included are 33 one bedroom and 8 two-bedroom units. The project is being constructed in 2021 with completion in Spring/Summer 2022.
• Coach N Four Motel – Nevada County’s 18-unit motel will initially continue as temporary emergency housing for people experiencing homelessness, with a focus on families, veterans, and other vulnerable groups. Construction to convert the Coach N Four Motel into permanent housing has commenced in 2021 with completion slated in 2022.
STATUS OF GENERAL PLAN IMPLEMENTATION ACTIONS
The following table outlines selected General Plan policies and action items that the City made notable progress towards in 2023. The table is not a comprehensive list of all policies and action items in the General Plan; many policies/actions are under ongoing implementation and may not be listed. As most of the General Plan policies and related action items have been implemented through the adoption of ordinance and resolutions, incorporated into the regular governmental activities of the applicable departments, or included in development proposals as they are reviewed for consistency with the City’s policies, the purpose of providing the policy implementation below is simply to streamline the review and highlight the annual progress efficiently.
The City’s General Plan has always been built around central themes; all are key focus points of the City’s current vision:
• Preserve Grass Valley’s historical character and encourage restoration. • Expand public services to serve a growing population. • Encourage variety in residential building types and environments. • Include high density housing areas in the town center. • Provide better regional connections.
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• Improve the circulation patterns within the City.
• Protect and improve the Downtown Historic area.
• Diversify the economy and locate industry to avoid undue traffic. • Preserve scenic beauty and character.
To implement the City’s 2020 General Plan, the City adopted a strategic plan, last updated in April 2020. The concept of a long-range Strategic Plan was presented to the Grass Valley City Council in 2018. The purpose of the Strategic Plan was to provide a set of goals from which comprehensive programs would be developed and adopted to help direct the City’s future strategies and projects. The Strategic Plan was developed with input from community focus groups consisting of an assortment of interested citizens and community leaders. Community contributors culminated at a Citywide public forum where discussion focused on the future direction of Grass Valley and potential projects to enhance the City’s livability. Seven core goals were identified: 1) Community Sense of Place; 2) Transportation; 3) Recreation and Parks; 4) Economic Development & Vitality; 5) High Performance Government & Quality Service; 6) Public Safety; 7) Water & Wastewater Systems & Underground Infrastructure.
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2020 Adopted General Plan Implementation Measures Implementation Progress Land Use
1-LUI Revise the zoning map to reflect new General Plan designations
2-LUI Revise zoning text to reflect General Plan changes, including density/intensity standards for zoning districts. 3-LUI Review development regulations to assure adequately assess and mitigate environmental and fiscal impacts.
4-LUI Establish and maintain a data base containing information needed to determine the City’s jobs-housing balance.
5-LUI Review redevelopment and revitalization programs and activities, and adjust plans to meet the goals, objectives, and policies of the General Plan.
6-LUI Review housing code enforcement practices, and adjust as needed to meet the goals, objectives, and policies of the General Plan.
8-LUI Coordinate with LAFCo, Nevada County and other
agencies and special districts regarding provisions of the General Plan, application of General Plan provisions incorporated portions of the Planning Area, and the timing and directions of future annexations.
9-LUI Establish standard processes and procedures for planning, annexation and service provision in the unincorporated Planning Area.
• The City revises the zoning map and text, as needed, to reflect changes in State law and General Plan amendments. • The City staffs the Historical Commission, Development Review Committee, Planning Commission and City Council
to ensure that development regulations and programs
adequately assess and mitigate environmental and fiscal impacts.
• The City updates the City’s Development Code as needed to reflect State law including SB 9, Accessory Dwelling Units, Density Bonus law, etc.
• The City annually reviews development programs, goals, and objectives of the General Plan to assure that goals, policies and objectives of the General Plan are implemented and
relevant.
• The City provides code compliance duties on a complaint basis. In 2022, the City addressed 38 code compliance cases. • The City engaged with discussions with the Nevada County LAFCo regarding a Grass Valley Sphere of Influence Update.
Circulation
1-CI Adopt a roadway classification system outlined in the Circulation Element.
2-CI Regularly update Development Impact Fees
3-CI Ensure that proposed specific plans are consistent with the provisions of the functional classification component. This shall include incorporation of consistent design standards for • The City is working with Caltrans to acquire Colfax Avenue, Hansen Way, and portions of Tinloy Avenue. State
Relinquishment is anticipated to occur in 2023.
• 2023 Annual Street Rehab Projects completed in 2023
• 2020 Measure E Street Rehab Project completed in 2022:
Joerschke Dr, Maltman Dr, Manor Dr, Glenbrook Dr, Annex
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roadways, associated bikeways and trails, and landscape areas. 4-CI Work with neighboring jurisdictions and regional planning agencies to coordinate the classification of roadways that cross the City’s boundaries.
5-CI Continue to refine and improve the design standards for the roadway system.
8-CI Base the Capital Improvement Program on a 20-year
horizon and update the program regularly. Update concurrently with the approval of any significant modification to the land use allocation assumed by the Citywide travel model.
15-CI Ensure adequate funding to meet established Level of Service policies. Continue to implement and update traffic impact fees on new development and to obtain gas tax and other revenues to fund the Capital Improvement Program.
18-CI Develop a plan for parking that identifies park and ride lots. Consider the need for park and ride facilities and for facilities serving alternative transportation modes when evaluating development proposals. Require construction of these facilities concurrent with development, or fair-share developer contributions in lieu of actual construction.
Avenue, Apple Ave, W Olympia Dr, Glenwood Rd
(Approximately 2 miles of resurfaced roadway)
• Slate Creek Road Improvements Project: Slate Creek Road from Ridge Road to the City limits (approximately 1,000 feet of resurfaced roadway).
• Idaho Maryland Road Measure E Emergency Repaving:
Idaho Maryland from Sutton Way to Brunswick Road,
(approximately ½ mile of resurfaced roadway).
• In partnership with Caltrans, Nevada County Transportation Commission and the City, completed an Intersection Control Evaluation for the S Auburn/Neal Street/Colfax Avenue
intersection. An oval round-a-bout is the preferred
improvement with funding being sought for environmental review and construction. The city is continuing to look at funding sources.
• Initiating a review for the Ophir and Bennett St Circulation Improvements Project
Conservation/Open Space
1-CONSI Identify, inventory and map essential information related to conservation and open space, utilizing the City’s geographic information system.
4-COSI Maintain a development review process which
documents compliance with the various goals, objectives, and policies of the Conservation/Open Space Element.
6-COSI Review development ordinances and regulations to assure adequate provision for clustering, density averaging, and other techniques.
11-COSI Review sign regulations and landscaping requirements, • Engineering and Environmental Review is underway for the remainder of a Wolf Creek Trail through town. A preferred alignment has been selected and discussions with Caltrans are underway to finalize design details and right-of-way needs.
• City partnered with community groups Bear Yuba Land
Trust and Wolf Creek Community Alliance to maintain and improve trail and open space areas. BYLT coordinated
repaving of the ½ mile stretch of the popular Litton Trail with significant City contribution.
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upgrade City ordinances as required, and develop an effective enforcement program.
16-COSI Study and consider a permanent ban on open burning within the City limits.
17-COSI Incorporate application mitigation measures specified in the Indirect Source Review Guidelines of the Northern Sierra Air Quality Management District in all future discretionary land use approvals.
• The City has codified the Quimby Act in Chapter 17.86 of the City’s Development Code at five acres per 1,000 persons. • The City promotes Planned Developments to assure
clustering, density averaging and other techniques. For example, the City recently approved the Berriman Ranch
Phase III Planned Development project consisting of 60 duet style lots on 10 acres.
• The City’s Fire Department has implemented a permanent ban on open burning in the City.
• The City implements Northern Sierra Air Quality
Management District’s air quality rules and standards on all projects.
• Accepted Open Space Easement Deed for approximately 83 acres in conjunction with the Loma Rica Residential
development project
Noise
2-NI Prohibit development of new noise-sensitive land uses where noise levels due to fixed noise sources will exceed the noise levels of the Noise Element.
4-NI Require that an acoustical analysis be performed where new development of fixed noise sources, or modification of existing fixed noise sources, is likely to produce noise levels exceeding the performance standards of the Noise Element and that noise mitigation be included in the project design.
• The City requires an acoustical analysis and conducts environmental analysis for discretionary projects to ensure that noise-sensitive land uses are mitigated.
Safety
1-SI Adhere to the Land Use Plan’s compact overall development pattern, including infill. A compact development pattern reduces total land area needed to accommodate projected development; facilitates quick response to emergencies.
3-SI Amend land use regulations to allow clustering and density • With exception to the recently annexed areas, development within the City of Grass Valley has been exclusive to infill development where services exist.
• The City’s Development Code has been updated in 2007 to permit clustering, density averaging and Planned
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averaging in conjunction with restricted development of potentially hazardous areas.
4-SI Encourage continuity and linkages within the circulation system. Require future developments to provide multiple ingress/egress points, to facilitate emergency vehicle access and mobility, and to facilitate emergency evacuation movements. 5-SI Maintain high standards of fire preparedness, capacity, and response. Assure the City’s capability to maintain such standards as areas are annexed.
8-SI Continue to require new development to utilize on-site storm water detention techniques.
9-SI Continue to utilize site development standards designed to minimize the resulting area and percentage of impervious surface.
11-SI Incorporate into City construction codes appropriate provisions and revisions of the CA Building Code regarding seismic safety.
12-SI Maintain an active code enforcement program to assure the safety of residential and commercial structures.
14-SI Enforce provisions of the Nevada County Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan, regarding development in designated Airport Compatibility Zones.
Developments. Environmental analysis for projects restricts and/or avoids potentially hazardous areas.
• The Fire Department reviews all development proposals in accordance with the CA Fire Code as amended by the City of Grass Valley. The review ensures that linkages, multiple access points, emergency access and evacuation is planned. • With each respective development, a preliminary drainage study is required. On-site detention is the preferred drainage design, including development standards to minimize
impervious surfaces and water quality.
• For seismic safety, the City has adopted the CA Building Code as amended by the City of Grass Valley.
• Although the City does not have a designated Code
Compliance Officer, five Community Development
Department staff members share Code Compliance duties.
• The Community Development Department enforces the
provisions of the 2011 Nevada County Land Use
Compatibility Plan adopted by the Nevada County
Transportation Commission.
Recreation
3-RI Establish and utilize neighborhood planning and
participation to determine localized needs and desires for facilities and services.
4-RI Pursue alternatives to city acquisition and maintenance of recreation areas via homeowners’ associations, assessment districts and private organizations.
• The City, in partnership with schools and youth sport organizations, completed replacing grass fields with turf at the Condon baseball field, the Scotten elementary School soccer field with Measure E funding. The improvements respond to maintenance concerns a need for expanded use during the wet season.
• The City continues to work on the Wolf Creek Trail
(Cohousing/River Otter way to Mining Museum Parking Lot
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at Mill Street & Freeman Lane) ±1.25 miles of trail constructed.
Historic
1-HI Maintain a Historic Resource Ordinance and active
programs to implement City policy for historic conservation and enhancement.
2-HI Continue to encourage the Grass Valley Historical
Commission’s inventory of historical landmarks and sites within the original 1872 Townsite.
4-HI Expand the “historical district” to include both sides of West Main Street between Church Street and Auburn Street and the north side of East Main Street between North Auburn Street and Washington Street.
• The City maintains an active Historic Resource Ordinance and Historic Commission. The Historic Commission meets
monthly and contains 5 members and 1 alternate member.
• The Historic District has been expanded to include both sides of West Main Street between Church Street and Auburn Street and the north side of East Main Street between North Auburn Street and Washington Street.
Housing
See attached goals, policies, and objectives. • The City adopted the 2019-2027 State Certified Housing Element
• The City adopted Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance in compliance with State law.
• Updates to the City’s Density Bonus Ordinance and other housing laws in compliance with State law occurred in 2022.
Item # 4.
City of Grass Valley 15 City of Grass Valley
General Plan Annual Progress Report March 17, 2023
HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT
The State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), acting as the City’s Council of Governments, has determined the amount of affordable housing assigned to the City of Grass Valley for the planning period. Known as the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA). The 2019 – 2027 RHNA adopted by HCD allocates 743 housing units to the City of Grass Valley. This represents the number of housing units the City is responsible for accommodating during this planning period. The RHNA identifies 269 units, approximately 36 percent, to be affordable to very low- and low-income households. The above-moderate income category represents the greatest need for Grass Valley’s total share of regional housing at 349 units or 47%.
Over the past several years, the Planning Division has processed an average of 50 planning and zoning applications annually. Applications include General Plan Amendments, Rezones, Development Review Permits, Tentative Maps, Planned Developments, Use Permits, Lot Line Adjustments, etc.
Within the current eight-year housing cycle to date, the city has permitted 196 units. We have entitlements for a total of 601 additional units including those approved but not yet built in Loma Rica, Timberwood Estates, Berriman Ranch, the Pines, and Dorsey Marketplace. If built out, the city is well-poised to meet the overall RHNA target of 743 units by the end of the housing cycle in 2027, though we will likely fall short of the units allocated for moderate and lower-income targets.
State law requires the city to complete a review of the implementation of the programs in the State Certified Housing Element. Table D attached lists each of the programs in the Housing Element and indicates the timeframe to complete the program and the City’s efforts to date. As the table illustrates, the City is on track with implementation of its 2019 – 2027 State Certified Housing Element.
The following information is a summary of the housing unit activity of the City of Grass Valley during 2023. The information is an excerpt summary of Tables of the State Department of Housing and Community Development
Item # 4.
Table B
Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress
Permitted Units Issued by Affordability
1 Projection Period 2 3 4
Income Level RHNA Allocation by Income Level
Projection Period -
01/01/2019-
08/14/2019
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027
Total Units to
Date (all years)
Total Remaining
RHNA by Income
Level
Very Low
Deed Restricted
143 - - 30 - - - - - - - 30 113
Non-Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Low
Deed Restricted
126 1 - 3 - - 1 - - - - 84 42
Non-Deed Restricted 33 2 35 3 6 - - - - -
Moderate
Deed Restricted
125 - - - - - - - - - - 15 110
Non-Deed Restricted - - 3 1 11 - - - - -
Above Moderate 349 22 3 24 14 - 4 - - - - 67 282
Total RHNA 743
Total Units 56 5 95 18 17 5 - - - - 196 547
Progress toward extremely low-income housing need, as determined pursuant to Government Code 65583(a)(1). 5 6 7
Extremely low-Income
Need 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027
Total Units to
Date
Total Units Remaining
Extremely Low-Income Units* 72 - - - - - - - - - - 72 Page 48 Item # 4.
Jurisdiction Grass Valley
Reporting Year 2023 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
Table D
Program Implementation Status pursuant to GC Section 65583 Housing Programs Progress Report
Describe progress of all programs including local efforts to remove governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing as identified in the housing element.
1 2 3 4
Name of Program Objective Timeframe in H.E Status of Program Implementation Program 1: Adequate
Sites for Housing
Accommodate the City’s share of Nevada County’s future housing needs Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027 (annexation
related polices are addressed as property owners request annexation) No annexations were proposed or processed in 2023. However, staff had conversations with a potential applicant of a high density residential project in the eastern sphere to ensure the correct zoning was in place to support the project should it be proposed.
Currently, many areas of the city's sphere have limited access to connect to existing sewer infrastructure and city water. The City was awarded $115,000 in REAP funding to conduct a water infrastructure study for the southern portion of the city and its sphere to identify gaps in infrastructure and opportunities to expand water infrastructure to support future development and annexation efforts.
No projects were proposed in the R-3 zone. However, the City continues to work with interested developers to build out residential parcels to their maximum capacity in all residential zones.
In 2022, the City approved an infill affordable housing project for Habitat for Humanity on Joyce Drive, that subsequently identified contamination on the site. In 2023, the City purchased the site from Habitat in order to facilitate rehabilitation. The City was awarded $500,000 for an EPA Brownsfields Assessment Grant, which included a contract to hire Geocon for technical expersise. Geocon conducted an assessment of the site and prepare a response plan, that was completed in September 2023. The City then applied for additional funding through DTSC's Equitable Comunity Revitalization Grant (ECRG) in November 2023 to implement the Response Plan. A response to the grant application is expected in early 2024.
The City worked with Foothill House of Hospitality, a local nonprofit serving the homeless population, to expand an existing supportive housing facility to provide additional supportive housing units for the ELI, homeless and atrisk of homelessness, and senior population of Grass Valley. The project was proposed in the summer of 2023 and applied for a variance that is scheduled to go to hearing in early 2024. With or without the variance, the facility will provide a minimum of 27 rooms.
Program 2: Flexible Development Standards and
Mixed-Use Developments
Increase the options to provide for a
variety of housing to meet the needs
of all income groups
Use of Planned Development and other zoning
techniques, current and
ongoing, 2019 – 2027. Pre
-annexation and preapplication meetings with
applicants will occur
each year as needed
based on property owner
interest
In September 2023, City Council directed staff to prepare a Request for Proposals to conduct a feasibility study and traffic study to support drafting an ordinance to incentivize conversion of underutilized upper and basement level spaces to residential use within the Town Core zoning district. The RFP was drafted in December 2023 to be released in January 2024. The intent of this ordinance is to promote mixed-use in the city's downtown area.
The South Auburn Street Master Plan was adopted in 2005 to cover approximately 2.5 acres along South Auburn Street that is entirely built out and comprised of 10 private lots. Implementation of the Plan relied on Redevelopment Agency funds that are no longer available. The City implements standards of the Town Core zone district in this area to encourage compatible redevelopment as property owners are interested.
Program 3: Reduce Regulatory Barriers to Affordable Housing Reduce regulatory barriers to facilitating the provision of a variety of housing for all income groups. Request the state understand and address the significant cumulative costs of implementing state housing regulations adopted by the state that severely impact the costs to housing, particularly those adopted after 2006
Ongoing monitoring
In 2023, staff completed a comprehensive review of the Development Code to identify barriers to housing and clarity issues. The review resulted in a list of suggested changes to be made in 2024.
The City has not had any requests for density bonuses. However, the City identified a need for additional incentives to encourage residential uses in the downtown area. Therefore, staff prepared a Request for Proposals to be released in early 2024 to conduct a feasibiltiy study and traffic study to draft an ordinance to encourage conversion of unused upper- and basement-space to residential units in the Town Core zoning district.
Staff worked with Habitat for Humanity in 2023 to expeditiously review their application for an affordable single-family home on Orchard Way to ensure development standards and review time did not impact construction costs or funding deadlines. Further, staff worked with Foothill House of Hospitality to move their variance application for expanding a supportive housing facility through the public hearing process as quickly as meeting schedules would allow. In both cases, the applicant had direct contact information for a designated staff member.
Due to staff turnover and capacity, City staff did not lobby the state directly in 2023. However, the City will continue to work with interested developers to address state requirements.
Program 4: Implement
General Plan Policies
Through measures described in programs 1 – 3, the City shall continue to implement General Plan policies that
encourage efficient use of unconstrained land and a healthy economic base
Ongoing, 2019-2027
In September 2023, City Council directed staff to prepare a Request for Proposals to conduct a feasibility study and traffic study to support drafting an ordinance to incentivize conversion of underutilized upper and basement level spaces to residential use within the Town Core zoning district. The RFP was drafted in December 2023 to be released in January 2024. The intent of this ordinance is to promote infill mixed-use in the city's downtown area, thus encouraging use of unconstrained land and activating the downtown. Further, the City has encouraged construction of additional infill housing through ADUs.
Program 5: Encourage
the Use of Development
Agreements
To expedite the process of final development approvals and ensure longterm protection for the City and developer Current and ongoing, as
part of the application
process
No large residential developments were proposed in 2023; therefore, the City did not discuss development agreement opportunities.
Program 6: Annual Housing Element Monitoring
Report
To evaluate progress annually and
make appropriate revisions to policies
and programs
Annual report as required
by State law
The City submitted the 2022 APR to HCD on March 31, 2023 after receiving approval from City Council. The City continues to complete the APR annually.
In 2023, staff met and worked with, multiple developers and property owners interested in building housing. These include affordable housing developers, including Habitat for Humanity and Bright Futures for Youth, as well as market rate developers and individual owners. Further, the City has encouraged homeowners to take advantage of SB 9 as well as adding ADUs to their property. The results of these conversations included applications for five SB9 units, seven ADUs, and several single family homes in 2023, inclusive of one lower-income unit.
Further, the City applied for grant funding to clean up a brownsfield site of interest to affordable developers, in order to further faciliate lower-income development. Staff also completed a comprehensive review of the Development Code in 2023 to identify needed revisions and updates to be completed in 2024.
Program 7: Promote Infill
Development
To reduce infrastructure costs associated with infill development proposalsCurrent and ongoing, 2019 – 2027
In September 2023, City Council directed staff to prepare a Request for Proposals to conduct a feasibility study and traffic study to support drafting an ordinance to incentivize conversion of underutilized upper and basement level spaces to residential use within the Town Core zoning district. The RFP was drafted in December 2023 to be released in January 2024. The intent of this ordinance is to promote infill mixed-use in the city's downtown area. Further, the City has encouraged construction of additional infill housing through ADUs.
Program 8: Allow Alternative Housing Types to
Meet Special Needs
Provide greater housing and shelter
opportunities for special needs
groups
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
In 2023, staff met with Bright Futures for Youth, a local nonprofit, to discuss opportunities and permitting processes for development of transitional housing targeting foster youth. Staff provided guidance on development standards and encouraged the organization to apply for a pre-application, or conceptual, of potential site(s) when the nonprofit to streamline future projects. The City also met with Habitat for Humanity to discuss subdivision processes for prospective parcels. Additionally, the City worked with Foothill House of Hospitality to process their application to expand a supportive housing facility to increase housing opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
The City allows ADUs in all residential zones and non-residential zones that allow residential uses.
Program 9: Housing for
Persons with Disabilities,
including persons with
Developmental Disabilities
Coordinate with the Regional Center
and other entities that provide supportive housing to support and improve housing and shelter opportunities for persons with disabilities, including persons with developmental disabilities
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
In 2023, staff met with Bright Futures for Youth, a local nonprofit, to discuss opportunities and permitting processes for development of transitional housing targeting foster youth. Staff prvided guidance on development standards and encouraged the organization to apply for a pre-application, or conceptual, of potential site(s) when the nonprofit to streamline future projects. Additionally, the City worked with Foothill House of Hospitality to process their application to expand a supportive housing facility (Sierra Guest Home) to increase housing opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Sierra Guest Home received funding through a local Community Care Expansion grant.
Program 10: Housing Opportunities for Large
Families
New Construction: 25 very lowincome units, 40-60 low-income units Homebuyer Assistance: 2 extremely
low-income, 2 very low-income, 6 lowincome, and 10 moderate-income homebuyers
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027; meet annually with housing providers to establish funding priorities; apply quarterly
for available funding
based on annual priorities and the schedule of
the state or federal program
While no lower-income multifamily developments were proposed in 2023, the City permitted one Habitat for Humanity, deed-restricted affordable single-family home with four bedrooms on Orchard Way in 2023.
Program 11: Workforce
Housing Study
Provide greater housing opportunities
for local workforce
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
The City permitted one deed-restricted single-family house in 2023 and applied for a Brownsfield Grant to complete remediation of a parcel on Joyce Drive suitable for construction of 12 lower-income units for the local workforce. Further, the City processed applications for seven ADUs in 2023.
Program 12: Density Bonus
New Construction: 25 very lowincome units, 40-60 low-income units Homebuyer Assistance: 2 extremely
low-income, 2 very low-income, 6 lowincome, and 10 moderate-income homebuyers
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
Staff discussed the opportunity for a density bonus with one nonprofit developer during the year. However, no developers chose to pursue a density bonus. The City will continue to promote this opportunity for potential and proposed residential development opportunities.
Program 13: Pursue
State and Federal Funding for Affordable Housing
Continue to apply for specific grants
and provide support to private developers that are pursuing funding assistance for lower income housing.
Based on past project approvals, the
City’s objective is:
New Construction: 25 very lowincome units, 40-60 low-income units Homebuyer Assistance: 2 extremely
low-income, 2 very low-income, 6 lowincome, and 10 moderate-income homebuyers
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027; meet annually with housing providers to establish funding priorities; apply quarterly
for available funding
based on annual priorities and the schedule of
the state or federal program
Staff worked with Habitat for Humanity in 2023 to expeditiously review their application for an affordable single-family home on Orchard Way to ensure development standards and review time did not impact construction costs or funding deadlines. Further, staff worked with Foothill House of Hospitality to move their variance application for expanding a supportive housing facility through the public hearing process as quickly as meeting schedules would allow.
Additionally, staff updated the City's website to include information on, and links to, CalHFA down payment assistance programs.
Program 14: Tax Exempt
Bonds and Mortgage
Credit Certificates
Increase the availability of funding
options for new or rehabilitated housing
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
Due to limited funding, the City's first-time homebuyer program has been suspended. However, staff shared information on state opportunities with interested prospective owners.
Program 15: Community
Reinvestment Act
Increase the availability of funding
options for new or rehabilitated housing
Annual presentations,
2019 – 2027, additional
meetings with specific
lenders as needed
The expansion of Sierra Guest Home was partially funded with a grant to increase the availability of lower-income housing.
Program 16: Housing Rehabilitation Programs
Rehabilitation of 2 extremely lowincome, 3 very low-income, and 5 lowincome housing units Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
Due to staff turnover and limited capacity, the City was unable to secure rehabilitation funding in 2023.
Program 17: Preservation
of At-Risk Housing
Preserve the affordability of 953 assisted rental housing units The City will continue to
monitor and begin to address as part of the next
Housing Element cycle
In 2023, Nevada County completed the conversion of the Homekey Coach and Four Project from transitional housing to the Empire Mine Courtyard, 18 affordable permanent housing units for ELI residents. No assisted rental units were lost in 2023.
Program 18: Rental Assistance Maintain availability of rental assistance to Grass Valley residents Annual collaboration with
the Housing Authority
during federal funding
request; information distribution, current and ongoing, 2019 – 2027; ongoing promotion of rental assistance program to
rental property owners
The City continues to collaborate with the Housing Authority as requested to administer Housing Choice Vouchers.
Program 19: Preservation
of Mobile Home Parks
Preserve the condition and affordability of larger mobile home parks containing 360 spaces; provide relocation assistance to residents of parks that
are not feasible to preserve
Meet with park owners
and residents if requested to determine feasibility of preservation.
No mobile home spaces were lost in 2023.
Program 20: Housing
Code Enforcement
Improve substandard housing conditions through correction of code violations. Document housing conditions and establish priorities for future code
enforcement, housing rehabilitation
assistance, and neighborhood improvement efforts.
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
The City responded to complaints of code violations and substandard housing conditions. Staff compiled photo documentation of conditions and records of contact made and when the investigation was resolved. In addition to enforcing safe housing conditions, the City also proactively monitored vegetation overgrowth and other potential hazards to public health and safety and contacted property owners if violations were found.
Program 21: Re-Use of
Large, Older Homes
Efficiently re-use and preserve existing residential structures and increase the supply of housing.
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
The City has not had any interest from owners of large, older homes to convert to multi-family structures. However, in the downtown, R-2, and R-3 areas, the City permits the conversion of larger structures to multifamily structures and will continue to facilitate this process should any home owners or property owners express interest. To further this program beyond larger residential units, the City is preparing an ordinance to allow conversion of commercial space to residential units in structures in the downtown area.
Program 22: Fair Housing
Program
Educate the public on fair housing
issues, reduce housing discrimination, and promptly resolve housing discrimination complaints
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027; identify annual events in 2019 and
include fair housing information beginning 2019
and thereafter
Staff provided fair housing resource information by request and in response to code violation complaints. No housing discrimination complaints were received in 2023.
Program 23: Energy Conservation for New Construction and Residential Design
Reduce residential energy consumptionCurrent and ongoing, 2019 – 2027
The City continues to enforce state energy standards for new residential construction.
Program 24: Weatherization and Energy Conservation for Existing Dwelling Units Rehabilitation of 2 extremely lowincome, 3 very low-income, and 5 lowincome housing units Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
Due to staff turnover and limited capacity, the City was unable to secure rehabilitation funding in 2023.
Program 25: Encourage
Development of Moderate
Income and Above Moderate-Income Housing
Continue support of previously approved housing projects and encourage the development of at least 120 moderate and 350 above moderate for
-sale housing units.
Current and on-going
through housing element
planning period.
The City issued building permits for 4 market-rate units, including 3 homes in the new Gilded Springs development. Staff also met with interested developers to discuss opportunities for market-rate residential development.
All parties were encouraged to submit pre-application, or conceptual, plans; however, none were received. They city currently has 601 entitled units.
Program 26: Encourage
Development of Market
Rate Rental Housing
Provide support for the development
of 50 moderate and 25 above moderate rental housing units.
Current and on-going
through housing element
planning period.
The City continues to encourage construction of ADU and SB9 units. Staff is currently working with two property owners to process plans for SB9 units that, combined, will result in 4 new market rate rental units. The City has had recent converations with the deveoper of an entitled 108-unit apartment complex, known as The Pines, who has inidicated a desire to begin construction.
Program 27: Efficiency
Dwelling Units (Tiny
Homes)
Explore the feasibility of amending the
CA Building Code and CA Residential
Code to allow for tiny home development. If feasible, the City will encourage tiny home developments on a case by case basis through the City’s
Planned Development process. If feasible, the City will promote development 20 very low-income and 10 lowincome tiny homes.
Adopt ordinance by 2020,
if feasible
The City has no minimum square footage requirements for housing beyond those established by the California Building Code.
Program 28: Facilitate
the Development of Affordable Housing
Support Nevada County’s and the Regional Housing Authority’s effort to develop 40 transitional and supportive
housing units and rental units that will
not exceed 30% of the area’s median
income. Continue to cooperate with
Habitat for Humanity’s effort to build 2
to 3 housing units annually (assumes
20 for 2019-2027 Housing Element cycle) for extremely low-income residents.
During Housing Element
Planning period
In 2023, City staff met with Habitat for Humanity, Foothill House of Hospitality, and Bright Futures for Youth to identify opportunities for affordable housing. The City has not received any requests for deferred fees for affordable housing development. In November 2023, the City applied for funding through the Brownsfield Grant to faciliate affordable development on a Joyce Drive property of interest to Habitat for Humanity. The results of the application are expected to be released in early 2024.
Additionally, in 2023, the City met with Habitat for Humanity to discuss several other housing opportunities. In June, staff worked with Habitat to identify an opportunity for a boarding house facility. In the fall, staff met with Habitat on multiple occassions to discuss feasibility of developing different sites, resulting in the seleciton of a site on Ventana Sierra Drive for four units using SB 9. Futher, the City processed and approved an application by Habitat for construction of a single unit on Orchard Way and is in the process of securing funding to complete remediation of a contaminated site on Joyce Drive for Habitat to develop with 12 units.
Program 29: Development Code, Policies and
Procedures Review
To streamline development and building permit applications, in consultation with the development community, the City will continue to review its Development Code, policies and procedures and incorporate new systems to streamline the City’s development review processes.
Annual Review with Supportive Housing provisions within 1 year of Housing Element adoption
The City allows transitional and supportive housing in residential zones in the same manner as residential uses in those zones, to streamline development of a variety of housing types. Further, in 2023 staff completed a comprehensive review of the Development Code to identify barriers to housing and clarity issues. The review resulted in a list of suggested changes to be made in 2024.
Program 30: Lower Income By-Right Zoning
To streamline development and building permit applications for lower income multiple family housing units in accordance with Government Code
65583.2 et. seq.
Within 2 years of adoption of Housing Element. The City allows residential uses, including single-family and multi-family, by-right in the R-3 zone district, including lower-income housing.
Item # 4.
City of Grass Valley
City Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: Review of 2023 Annual Housing Element Progress Report CEQA: Not a Project
Recommendation: Receive and File. No formal action required.
Prepared by: Amy Wolfson, City Planner
Council Meeting Date: March 12, 2024 Date Prepared: February 13, 2024 Agenda: Consent
Background Information: The City adopted its 2019 – 2027 Housing Element on August 13, 2019. The 2019-2027 Housing Element Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) allocates 743 housing units to the City of Grass Valley during the Housing Element planning period, with income level targets as follows:
Income Level RHNA Allocation
Very Low 143
Low 126
Moderate 125
Above Moderate 349
State law requires each city and county to prepare an Annual Progress Report (APR) on the status of the implementation of their Housing Element. This report must be submitted to the City Council, Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR), and Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) by April 1.
Attached is an excerpt summary of the City’s APR from the new forms adopted by HCD.
Entitlements for City’s housing numbers for 2023, are few, with 14 units proposed, 6 units entitled, 5 permits issued, and 32 units finaled with certificates of occupancy for 2023.
Within the eight-year housing cycle to date, the city has permitted 196 units. We have entitlements for a total of 601 additional units including those approved but not yet built in Loma Rica, Timberwood Estates, Berriman Ranch, the Pines, and Dorsey Marketplace. If built out, the city is well-poised to meet the overall RHNA target of 743 units by the end of the housing cycle in 2027, though we will likely fall short of the units allocated for moderate and lower-income targets.
Council Goals/Objectives: This APR does not meet any specific or general goal or objective but is mandated by the State.
Item # 5.
Fiscal Impact: Preparation of the APR has been completed with existing staffing resources. No impact to the General Fund will occur.
Reviewed by:
ATTACHMENT:
Attachment 1 – Excerpt Summary form from the 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
Item # 5.
Table A
Housing Development Applications Submitted
Project Identifier Unit Types
Date Application Submitted
Proposed Units - Affordability by Household Incomes
Total Approved Units
by Project
Total Disapproved Units
by Project
Streamlining
Density Bonus Law ApplicationsApplication
Status
Project Type Notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+ Local Jurisdiction Tracking ID
Unit Category
(SFA,SFD,2 to
4,5+,ADU,MH)
Tenure
R=Renter
O=Owner
Date Application Submitted+
(see instructions)
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Non
Deed Restricted
Low-Income
Deed Restricted
Low-Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed Restricted
ModerateIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Total PROPOSED
Units by Project
Total APPROVED Units
by project
Total DISAPPROVED Units
by Project
Please select
streamlining provision/s the application was submitted pursuant to.
Did the housing
development application seek
incentives or concessions pursuant to Government Code section 65915? Were incentives
or concessions
reqested pursuant to Government Code section 65915 approved?Please indicate the status of the
application.
Is the project
considered a
ministerial project or discretionary project?Notes
+
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 0 0 1 0 0 0 13 14 7 0 8800017 222 Cameron
Court Gilded Springs 23BLD-0232 SFA O
4/27/2023
1 1 1 0 NONE No No Approved Ministerial
8800024
204 Ben Taylor
Crossing Gilded Springs 23BLD-0233
SFA O
4/27/2023
1 1 1 0 NONE No No Approved Ministerial
8800022 221 Cameron
Court Gilded Springs 23BLD-0234 SFA O
4/28/2023
1 1 1 0 NONE No No Approved Ministerial
9280054 0 Orchard Way Habitat for Humanity 23BLD-0536 SFA O 6/12/2023
1 1 1 0 NONE No No Approved Ministerial
8260007 352 Alta Street 23BLD-0571 ADU R 9/26/2023 1 1 1 0 NONE No No Approved Ministerial 8363012 209 Lloyd
Street 23BLD-0605 ADU R
10/16/2023
1 1 1 0 NONE No No Approved Ministerial
29150007
462 Mill Street 23BLD-0662
SFA R
11/9/2023
1 1 1 0 SB 9 (2021) -
Duplex in SF
Zone
No No Pending Ministerial
8311018 224 N. Church
Street 23BLD-0446 2 to 4 R
8/3/2023
3 3 NONE No No Pending Ministerial
29150008
Rhode Island
Street 23BLD-0341
2 to 4 R
6/15/2023
2 2 SB 9 (2021) -
Duplex in SF
Zone
No No Pending Ministerial
29150008
Mill Street 23BLD-0323
2 to 4 O
6/8/2023
2 2 SB 9 (2021) -
Duplex in SF
Zone
No No Pending Ministerial
0
Item # 5.
Table A2
Annual Building Activity Report Summary - New Construction, Entitled, Permits and Completed Units Project Identifier Unit Types Affordability by Household Incomes - Completed Entitlement Affordability by Household Incomes - Building Permits Affordability by Household Incomes - Certificates of Occupancy Streamlining Infill Housing with Financial Assistance
and/or Deed Restrictions
Housing without Financial Assistance or Deed
Restrictions
Term of Affordability or Deed Restriction
Demolished/Destroyed Units Density Bonus Notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+ Local Jurisdiction Tracking ID
Unit Category
(SFA,SFD,2 to
4,5+,ADU,MH)
Tenure
R=Renter
O=Owner
Very Low- Income Deed RestrictedVery Low- Income Non Deed Restricted
Low- Income
Deed Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed Restricted
Moderate- Income Deed
Restricted
Moderate- Income Non Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Entitlement
Date Approved
# of Units issued
Entitlements
Very Low- Income Deed
Restricted
Very Low- Income Non
Deed Restricted
Low- Income
Deed Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed Restricted
Moderate- Income Deed
Restricted
Moderate- Income Non Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Building Permits
Date Issued
# of Units Issued
Building Permits
Very Low- Income Deed
Restricted
Very Low- Income Non
Deed Restricted
Low- Income
Deed Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
Moderate- Income Non Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Certificates of Occupancy or other forms of
readiness (see
instructions) Date
Issued
# of Units issued Certificates of Occupancy or other forms of readiness
How many of
the units were
Extremely Low
Income?
Please select the
streamlining provision the project was
APPROVED pursuant to. (may select
multiple)
Infill Units?
Y/N
+
Assistance Programs
for Each Development
(may select multiple -
see instructions)
Deed Restriction
Type
(may select multiple
- see instructions)
For units affordable without
financial assistance or deed
restrictions, explain how the
locality determined the units
were affordable
(see instructions)
Term of Affordability or
Deed Restriction (years)
(if affordable in perpetuity
enter 1000)
+
Number of Demolished/
Destroyed Units
Demolished or
Destroyed Units
Demolished/
Destroyed
Units Owner
or Renter
Total Density Bonus Applied
to the Project (Percentage
Increase in Total Allowable
Units or Total Maximum Allowable Residential Gross
Floor Area)
Number of Other Incentives, Concessions,
Waivers, or Other Modifications Given to the
Project (Excluding
Parking Waivers or
Parking Reductions)
List the incentives,
concessions, waivers, and modifications (Excluding
Parking Waivers or
Parking Modifications)
Did the project receive a
reduction or waiver of
parking standards? (Y/N)
Notes
+
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 0 0 1 0 0 0 5 6 0 0 1 0 0 0 4 5 18 0 0 0 0 0 14 32 18 0 2924202 121 East Empire
Street 21BLD-0672 ADU R
0 0 1 12/5/2023 1 NONE Y
880025 210 Barker Lane Gilded Springs 22BLD-0537 SFA O 0 0 1 12/19/2023 1 NONE N 8790024 116 Arden Court 22BLD-0208 ADU R 0 0 1 9/7/2023 1 NONE Y 880002 225 Cameron
Court Gilded Springs 22BLD-0292 SFA O
0 0 1 9/26/2023 1 NONE N
8800016 220 Cameron
Court Gilded Springs 22BLD-0291 SFA O
0 0 1 8/3/2023 1 NONE N
8020051 213 Lloyd Street 22BLD-0141 ADU R 0 0 1 6/26/2023 1 NONE Y 3530052 221 Glenbrook
Drive 21BLD-0231 ADU R
0 0 1 7/12/2023 1 NONE Y
3564029 115 Lone Jack
Place Timberwood Estates 21BLD-0538 SFA O
0 0 1 6/6/2023 1 NONE N
3640013 607 Coldspring
Court Timberwood Estates 22BLD-0134 SFA O
0 0 1 5/31/2023 1 NONE N
35640010 610 Coldspring
Court Timberwood Estates 22BLD-0135 SFA O
0 0 1 5/31/2023 1 NONE N
3564016 508 Liberty Court Timberwood Estates 22BLD-0132 SFA O 0 0 1 5/31/2023 1 NONE N
3564017 506 Liberty Court Timberwood Estates 22BLD-0133 SFA O 0 0 1 5/31/2023 1 NONE N
9261002 325 Bennett Street 22BLD-0144 ADU R
0 0 1 6/5/2023 1 NONE Y
8240002 109 Leahy Road 22BLD-0030 SFA O 0 0 1 4/6/2023 1 NONE Y 8800017 222 Cameron
Court Gilded Springs 23BLD-0232 SFA O 1 5/9/2023
1 1 6/12/2023 1 0 NONE N
8800024 204 Ben Taylor
Crossing Gilded Springs 23BLD-0233 SFA O 1 5/9/2023
1 1 6/12/2023 1 0 NONE N
8800022 221 Cameron
Court Gilded Springs 23BLD-0234 SFA O 1 5/9/2023
1 1 6/12/2023 1 0 NONE N
9280054 0 Orchard Way Habitat for Humanity 23BLD-0536 SFA O 1 11/7/2023 1 1 11/14/2023 1 0 NONE Y
8260007 352 Alta Street 23BLD-0571 ADU R 1 10/4/2023 1 0 0 NONE Y 8363012 209 Lloyd Street 23BLD-0605 ADU R 1 12/12/2023 1 1 12/13/2023 1 0 NONE Y 2924102 628 S. Auburn
Street
Nevada County Empire Mine Courtyard 21BLD-0348 5+ R
0 0 18 4/25/2023 18 18 NONE Y HKEY
0 0 0
Item # 5.
Table B
Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress
Permitted Units Issued by Affordability
1 Projection Period 2 3 4
Income Level RHNA Allocation by Income Level
Projection Period -
01/01/2019-
08/14/2019
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027
Total Units to
Date (all years)
Total Remaining
RHNA by Income
Level
Very Low
Deed Restricted
143 - - 30 - - - - - - - 30 113
Non-Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Low
Deed Restricted
126 1 - 3 - - 1 - - - - 84 42
Non-Deed Restricted 33 2 35 3 6 - - - - -
Moderate
Deed Restricted
125 - - - - - - - - - - 15 110
Non-Deed Restricted - - 3 1 11 - - - - -
Above Moderate 349 22 3 24 14 - 4 - - - - 67 282
Total RHNA 743
Total Units 56 5 95 18 17 5 - - - - 196 547
Progress toward extremely low-income housing need, as determined pursuant to Government Code 65583(a)(1). 5 6 7
Extremely low-Income
Need 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027
Total Units to
Date
Total Units Remaining
Extremely Low-Income Units* 72 - - - - - - - - - - 72 Page 54 Item # 5.
Jurisdiction Grass Valley
Reporting Year 2023 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
Table D
Program Implementation Status pursuant to GC Section 65583 Housing Programs Progress Report
Describe progress of all programs including local efforts to remove governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing as identified in the housing element.
1 2 3 4
Name of Program Objective Timeframe in H.E Status of Program Implementation Program 1: Adequate
Sites for Housing
Accommodate the City’s share of Nevada County’s future housing needs Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027 (annexation
related polices are addressed as property owners request annexation) No annexations were proposed or processed in 2023. However, staff had conversations with a potential applicant of a high density residential project in the eastern sphere to ensure the correct zoning was in place to support the project should it be proposed.
Currently, many areas of the city's sphere have limited access to connect to existing sewer infrastructure and city water. The City was awarded $115,000 in REAP funding to conduct a water infrastructure study for the southern portion of the city and its sphere to identify gaps in infrastructure and opportunities to expand water infrastructure to support future development and annexation efforts.
No projects were proposed in the R-3 zone. However, the City continues to work with interested developers to build out residential parcels to their maximum capacity in all residential zones.
In 2022, the City approved an infill affordable housing project for Habitat for Humanity on Joyce Drive, that subsequently identified contamination on the site. In 2023, the City purchased the site from Habitat in order to facilitate rehabilitation. The City was awarded $500,000 for an EPA Brownsfields Assessment Grant, which included a contract to hire Geocon for technical expersise. Geocon conducted an assessment of the site and prepare a response plan, that was completed in September 2023. The City then applied for additional funding through DTSC's Equitable Comunity Revitalization Grant (ECRG) in November 2023 to implement the Response Plan. A response to the grant application is expected in early 2024.
The City worked with Foothill House of Hospitality, a local nonprofit serving the homeless population, to expand an existing supportive housing facility to provide additional supportive housing units for the ELI, homeless and atrisk of homelessness, and senior population of Grass Valley. The project was proposed in the summer of 2023 and applied for a variance that is scheduled to go to hearing in early 2024. With or without the variance, the facility will provide a minimum of 27 rooms.
Program 2: Flexible Development Standards and
Mixed-Use Developments
Increase the options to provide for a
variety of housing to meet the needs
of all income groups
Use of Planned Development and other zoning
techniques, current and
ongoing, 2019 – 2027. Pre
-annexation and preapplication meetings with
applicants will occur
each year as needed
based on property owner
interest
In September 2023, City Council directed staff to prepare a Request for Proposals to conduct a feasibility study and traffic study to support drafting an ordinance to incentivize conversion of underutilized upper and basement level spaces to residential use within the Town Core zoning district. The RFP was drafted in December 2023 to be released in January 2024. The intent of this ordinance is to promote mixed-use in the city's downtown area.
The South Auburn Street Master Plan was adopted in 2005 to cover approximately 2.5 acres along South Auburn Street that is entirely built out and comprised of 10 private lots. Implementation of the Plan relied on Redevelopment Agency funds that are no longer available. The City implements standards of the Town Core zone district in this area to encourage compatible redevelopment as property owners are interested.
Program 3: Reduce Regulatory Barriers to Affordable Housing Reduce regulatory barriers to facilitating the provision of a variety of housing for all income groups. Request the state understand and address the significant cumulative costs of implementing state housing regulations adopted by the state that severely impact the costs to housing, particularly those adopted after 2006
Ongoing monitoring
In 2023, staff completed a comprehensive review of the Development Code to identify barriers to housing and clarity issues. The review resulted in a list of suggested changes to be made in 2024.
The City has not had any requests for density bonuses. However, the City identified a need for additional incentives to encourage residential uses in the downtown area. Therefore, staff prepared a Request for Proposals to be released in early 2024 to conduct a feasibiltiy study and traffic study to draft an ordinance to encourage conversion of unused upper- and basement-space to residential units in the Town Core zoning district.
Staff worked with Habitat for Humanity in 2023 to expeditiously review their application for an affordable single-family home on Orchard Way to ensure development standards and review time did not impact construction costs or funding deadlines. Further, staff worked with Foothill House of Hospitality to move their variance application for expanding a supportive housing facility through the public hearing process as quickly as meeting schedules would allow. In both cases, the applicant had direct contact information for a designated staff member.
Due to staff turnover and capacity, City staff did not lobby the state directly in 2023. However, the City will continue to work with interested developers to address state requirements.
Program 4: Implement
General Plan Policies
Through measures described in programs 1 – 3, the City shall continue to implement General Plan policies that
encourage efficient use of unconstrained land and a healthy economic base
Ongoing, 2019-2027
In September 2023, City Council directed staff to prepare a Request for Proposals to conduct a feasibility study and traffic study to support drafting an ordinance to incentivize conversion of underutilized upper and basement level spaces to residential use within the Town Core zoning district. The RFP was drafted in December 2023 to be released in January 2024. The intent of this ordinance is to promote infill mixed-use in the city's downtown area, thus encouraging use of unconstrained land and activating the downtown. Further, the City has encouraged construction of additional infill housing through ADUs.
Program 5: Encourage
the Use of Development
Agreements
To expedite the process of final development approvals and ensure longterm protection for the City and developer Current and ongoing, as
part of the application
process
No large residential developments were proposed in 2023; therefore, the City did not discuss development agreement opportunities.
Program 6: Annual Housing Element Monitoring
Report
To evaluate progress annually and
make appropriate revisions to policies
and programs
Annual report as required
by State law
The City submitted the 2022 APR to HCD on March 31, 2023 after receiving approval from City Council. The City continues to complete the APR annually.
In 2023, staff met and worked with, multiple developers and property owners interested in building housing. These include affordable housing developers, including Habitat for Humanity and Bright Futures for Youth, as well as market rate developers and individual owners. Further, the City has encouraged homeowners to take advantage of SB 9 as well as adding ADUs to their property. The results of these conversations included applications for five SB9 units, seven ADUs, and several single family homes in 2023, inclusive of one lower-income unit.
Further, the City applied for grant funding to clean up a brownsfield site of interest to affordable developers, in order to further faciliate lower-income development. Staff also completed a comprehensive review of the Development Code in 2023 to identify needed revisions and updates to be completed in 2024.
Program 7: Promote Infill
Development
To reduce infrastructure costs associated with infill development proposalsCurrent and ongoing, 2019 – 2027
In September 2023, City Council directed staff to prepare a Request for Proposals to conduct a feasibility study and traffic study to support drafting an ordinance to incentivize conversion of underutilized upper and basement level spaces to residential use within the Town Core zoning district. The RFP was drafted in December 2023 to be released in January 2024. The intent of this ordinance is to promote infill mixed-use in the city's downtown area. Further, the City has encouraged construction of additional infill housing through ADUs.
Program 8: Allow Alternative Housing Types to
Meet Special Needs
Provide greater housing and shelter
opportunities for special needs
groups
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
In 2023, staff met with Bright Futures for Youth, a local nonprofit, to discuss opportunities and permitting processes for development of transitional housing targeting foster youth. Staff provided guidance on development standards and encouraged the organization to apply for a pre-application, or conceptual, of potential site(s) when the nonprofit to streamline future projects. The City also met with Habitat for Humanity to discuss subdivision processes for prospective parcels. Additionally, the City worked with Foothill House of Hospitality to process their application to expand a supportive housing facility to increase housing opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
The City allows ADUs in all residential zones and non-residential zones that allow residential uses.
Program 9: Housing for
Persons with Disabilities,
including persons with
Developmental Disabilities
Coordinate with the Regional Center
and other entities that provide supportive housing to support and improve housing and shelter opportunities for persons with disabilities, including persons with developmental disabilities
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
In 2023, staff met with Bright Futures for Youth, a local nonprofit, to discuss opportunities and permitting processes for development of transitional housing targeting foster youth. Staff prvided guidance on development standards and encouraged the organization to apply for a pre-application, or conceptual, of potential site(s) when the nonprofit to streamline future projects. Additionally, the City worked with Foothill House of Hospitality to process their application to expand a supportive housing facility (Sierra Guest Home) to increase housing opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Sierra Guest Home received funding through a local Community Care Expansion grant.
Program 10: Housing Opportunities for Large
Families
New Construction: 25 very lowincome units, 40-60 low-income units Homebuyer Assistance: 2 extremely
low-income, 2 very low-income, 6 lowincome, and 10 moderate-income homebuyers
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027; meet annually with housing providers to establish funding priorities; apply quarterly
for available funding
based on annual priorities and the schedule of
the state or federal program
While no lower-income multifamily developments were proposed in 2023, the City permitted one Habitat for Humanity, deed-restricted affordable single-family home with four bedrooms on Orchard Way in 2023.
Program 11: Workforce
Housing Study
Provide greater housing opportunities
for local workforce
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
The City permitted one deed-restricted single-family house in 2023 and applied for a Brownsfield Grant to complete remediation of a parcel on Joyce Drive suitable for construction of 12 lower-income units for the local workforce. Further, the City processed applications for seven ADUs in 2023.
Program 12: Density Bonus
New Construction: 25 very lowincome units, 40-60 low-income units Homebuyer Assistance: 2 extremely
low-income, 2 very low-income, 6 lowincome, and 10 moderate-income homebuyers
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
Staff discussed the opportunity for a density bonus with one nonprofit developer during the year. However, no developers chose to pursue a density bonus. The City will continue to promote this opportunity for potential and proposed residential development opportunities.
Program 13: Pursue
State and Federal Funding for Affordable Housing
Continue to apply for specific grants
and provide support to private developers that are pursuing funding assistance for lower income housing.
Based on past project approvals, the
City’s objective is:
New Construction: 25 very lowincome units, 40-60 low-income units Homebuyer Assistance: 2 extremely
low-income, 2 very low-income, 6 lowincome, and 10 moderate-income homebuyers
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027; meet annually with housing providers to establish funding priorities; apply quarterly
for available funding
based on annual priorities and the schedule of
the state or federal program
Staff worked with Habitat for Humanity in 2023 to expeditiously review their application for an affordable single-family home on Orchard Way to ensure development standards and review time did not impact construction costs or funding deadlines. Further, staff worked with Foothill House of Hospitality to move their variance application for expanding a supportive housing facility through the public hearing process as quickly as meeting schedules would allow.
Additionally, staff updated the City's website to include information on, and links to, CalHFA down payment assistance programs.
Program 14: Tax Exempt
Bonds and Mortgage
Credit Certificates
Increase the availability of funding
options for new or rehabilitated housing
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
Due to limited funding, the City's first-time homebuyer program has been suspended. However, staff shared information on state opportunities with interested prospective owners.
Program 15: Community
Reinvestment Act
Increase the availability of funding
options for new or rehabilitated housing
Annual presentations,
2019 – 2027, additional
meetings with specific
lenders as needed
The expansion of Sierra Guest Home was partially funded with a grant to increase the availability of lower-income housing.
Program 16: Housing Rehabilitation Programs
Rehabilitation of 2 extremely lowincome, 3 very low-income, and 5 lowincome housing units Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
Due to staff turnover and limited capacity, the City was unable to secure rehabilitation funding in 2023.
Program 17: Preservation
of At-Risk Housing
Preserve the affordability of 953 assisted rental housing units The City will continue to
monitor and begin to address as part of the next
Housing Element cycle
In 2023, Nevada County completed the conversion of the Homekey Coach and Four Project from transitional housing to the Empire Mine Courtyard, 18 affordable permanent housing units for ELI residents. No assisted rental units were lost in 2023.
Program 18: Rental Assistance Maintain availability of rental assistance to Grass Valley residents Annual collaboration with
the Housing Authority
during federal funding
request; information distribution, current and ongoing, 2019 – 2027; ongoing promotion of rental assistance program to
rental property owners
The City continues to collaborate with the Housing Authority as requested to administer Housing Choice Vouchers.
Program 19: Preservation
of Mobile Home Parks
Preserve the condition and affordability of larger mobile home parks containing 360 spaces; provide relocation assistance to residents of parks that
are not feasible to preserve
Meet with park owners
and residents if requested to determine feasibility of preservation.
No mobile home spaces were lost in 2023.
Program 20: Housing
Code Enforcement
Improve substandard housing conditions through correction of code violations. Document housing conditions and establish priorities for future code
enforcement, housing rehabilitation
assistance, and neighborhood improvement efforts.
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
The City responded to complaints of code violations and substandard housing conditions. Staff compiled photo documentation of conditions and records of contact made and when the investigation was resolved. In addition to enforcing safe housing conditions, the City also proactively monitored vegetation overgrowth and other potential hazards to public health and safety and contacted property owners if violations were found.
Program 21: Re-Use of
Large, Older Homes
Efficiently re-use and preserve existing residential structures and increase the supply of housing.
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
The City has not had any interest from owners of large, older homes to convert to multi-family structures. However, in the downtown, R-2, and R-3 areas, the City permits the conversion of larger structures to multifamily structures and will continue to facilitate this process should any home owners or property owners express interest. To further this program beyond larger residential units, the City is preparing an ordinance to allow conversion of commercial space to residential units in structures in the downtown area.
Program 22: Fair Housing
Program
Educate the public on fair housing
issues, reduce housing discrimination, and promptly resolve housing discrimination complaints
Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027; identify annual events in 2019 and
include fair housing information beginning 2019
and thereafter
Staff provided fair housing resource information by request and in response to code violation complaints. No housing discrimination complaints were received in 2023.
Program 23: Energy Conservation for New Construction and Residential Design
Reduce residential energy consumptionCurrent and ongoing, 2019 – 2027
The City continues to enforce state energy standards for new residential construction.
Program 24: Weatherization and Energy Conservation for Existing Dwelling Units Rehabilitation of 2 extremely lowincome, 3 very low-income, and 5 lowincome housing units Current and ongoing,
2019 – 2027
Due to staff turnover and limited capacity, the City was unable to secure rehabilitation funding in 2023.
Program 25: Encourage
Development of Moderate
Income and Above Moderate-Income Housing
Continue support of previously approved housing projects and encourage the development of at least 120 moderate and 350 above moderate for
-sale housing units.
Current and on-going
through housing element
planning period.
The City issued building permits for 4 market-rate units, including 3 homes in the new Gilded Springs development. Staff also met with interested developers to discuss opportunities for market-rate residential development.
All parties were encouraged to submit pre-application, or conceptual, plans; however, none were received. They city currently has 601 entitled units.
Program 26: Encourage
Development of Market
Rate Rental Housing
Provide support for the development
of 50 moderate and 25 above moderate rental housing units.
Current and on-going
through housing element
planning period.
The City continues to encourage construction of ADU and SB9 units. Staff is currently working with two property owners to process plans for SB9 units that, combined, will result in 4 new market rate rental units. The City has had recent converations with the deveoper of an entitled 108-unit apartment complex, known as The Pines, who has inidicated a desire to begin construction.
Program 27: Efficiency
Dwelling Units (Tiny
Homes)
Explore the feasibility of amending the
CA Building Code and CA Residential
Code to allow for tiny home development. If feasible, the City will encourage tiny home developments on a case by case basis through the City’s
Planned Development process. If feasible, the City will promote development 20 very low-income and 10 lowincome tiny homes.
Adopt ordinance by 2020,
if feasible
The City has no minimum square footage requirements for housing beyond those established by the California Building Code.
Program 28: Facilitate
the Development of Affordable Housing
Support Nevada County’s and the Regional Housing Authority’s effort to develop 40 transitional and supportive
housing units and rental units that will
not exceed 30% of the area’s median
income. Continue to cooperate with
Habitat for Humanity’s effort to build 2
to 3 housing units annually (assumes
20 for 2019-2027 Housing Element cycle) for extremely low-income residents.
During Housing Element
Planning period
In 2023, City staff met with Habitat for Humanity, Foothill House of Hospitality, and Bright Futures for Youth to identify opportunities for affordable housing. The City has not received any requests for deferred fees for affordable housing development. In November 2023, the City applied for funding through the Brownsfield Grant to faciliate affordable development on a Joyce Drive property of interest to Habitat for Humanity. The results of the application are expected to be released in early 2024.
Additionally, in 2023, the City met with Habitat for Humanity to discuss several other housing opportunities. In June, staff worked with Habitat to identify an opportunity for a boarding house facility. In the fall, staff met with Habitat on multiple occassions to discuss feasibility of developing different sites, resulting in the seleciton of a site on Ventana Sierra Drive for four units using SB 9. Futher, the City processed and approved an application by Habitat for construction of a single unit on Orchard Way and is in the process of securing funding to complete remediation of a contaminated site on Joyce Drive for Habitat to develop with 12 units.
Program 29: Development Code, Policies and
Procedures Review
To streamline development and building permit applications, in consultation with the development community, the City will continue to review its Development Code, policies and procedures and incorporate new systems to streamline the City’s development review processes.
Annual Review with Supportive Housing provisions within 1 year of Housing Element adoption
The City allows transitional and supportive housing in residential zones in the same manner as residential uses in those zones, to streamline development of a variety of housing types. Further, in 2023 staff completed a comprehensive review of the Development Code to identify barriers to housing and clarity issues. The review resulted in a list of suggested changes to be made in 2024.
Program 30: Lower Income By-Right Zoning
To streamline development and building permit applications for lower income multiple family housing units in accordance with Government Code
65583.2 et. seq.
Within 2 years of adoption of Housing Element. The City allows residential uses, including single-family and multi-family, by-right in the R-3 zone district, including lower-income housing.
Item # 5.
City of Grass Valley
City Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: 4
th of July Fireworks Show (Approval of Pyro Spectaculars North Agreement) CEQA: Not a Project
Recommendation: The Council 1) approve the 2024 4th of July Fireworks Show; 2) approve the City Manager to execute an Agreement with Pyro Spectaculars North, Inc. for the amount of $22,600 for the 4th of July Fireworks Show subject to legal reveiw; and 3) approve the Finance Director to make any necessary budget adjustments and transfers.
Prepared by: Timothy M. Kiser, City Manager
Council Meeting Date: 03/12/2024 Date Prepared: 03/6/2024 Agenda: Consent
Background Information: In 2020, due to COVID-19 restrictions, the traditional 4th of July fireworks display at the Nevada County Fairgrounds had to be canceled.
Recognizing the strain and challenges brought about by the pandemic, the City of Grass Valley believed it was essential to preserve a sense of community and tradition.
Consequently, the City took the initiative to host its own 4th of July fireworks show.
The event was met with overwhelming success. Residents from all corners of the city came together to enjoy the spectacular display, which was made possible through the generous contributions of local businesses and community members who donated all the fireworks. Building on this positive momentum, the City continued to host the fireworks show in 2021, 2022, and 2023, each year surpassing the previous one in scale and impact.
The resounding success of these events can be attributed to the unwavering support of the community and the generous donations and sponsorships received to fund the shows. Encouraged by this ongoing support and enthusiasm, City staff is eager to bring back the fireworks show once again this year and are actively seeking sponsorships to ensure its success.
Attached for Council consideration is the agreement with Pyro Spectaculars North, Inc.
Council Goals/Objectives: The 4th of July Firework Show executes portions of work tasks towards achieving/maintaining Strategic Plan – Community Leadership Fiscal Impact: There will be sufficient funds in the current budget and next fiscal years budget for this action.
Funds Available: Yes Account #: General Fund
Reviewed by: City Manager
Attachments: Pyro Spectaculars North, Inc. Proposal/Production Agreement
Item # 6.
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Item # 6.
Item # 6.
City of Grass Valley
City Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: Adoption of updated job descriptions for all peace officer classes Recommendation: Approve the attached updated job descriptions for all peace officer job classes in the City
Prepared by: Chief Alex Gammelgard
Council Meeting Date: March 12, 2024 Date Prepared: March 8, 2024 Agenda: Consent
Background Information: Senate Bill 2, commonly known as the “peace officer decertification bill” became law after it was signed by the Governor, enacting a set of rules related to investigation, reporting, and ultimately, in some cases, decertification of California peace officers for sustained findings of serious misconduct, as defined.
In the past, peace officer job descriptions have not mentioned the requirements to hold a valid Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) basic certificate from the State of California POST Commission as a condition of employment. This was because, prior to SB2, once issued, the certificate could not be revoked, suspended, or surrendered.
The purpose of this council action is to update all City job descriptions for peace officers (of all ranks) to:
Add language related to SB2 that requires, in order to hold a peace officer position, that the employee maintain a valid POST certificate. Update antiquated language of job descriptions that have not been updated in decades to be more contemporary, eliminating, for example, gender specific language and/or antiquated words like “briefcase” etc.
Police Department management has met and conferred with affected member units including labor unit 6, unit 1, and contract staff.
Item # 7.
Council Goals/Objectives: The execution of this action attempts to achieve Strategic Goal #6 – Exceptional Public Safety
Fiscal Impact: None
Funds Available: N/A Account #: N/A
Reviewed by:
Attachments: Copies of each job description to be adopted.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE CHIEF
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
Department: Police FSLA Status: Exempt
Reports To: City Manager Unit: Executive Service
_________________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE
Performs highly responsible and professional work on planning, organizing, and directing the activities of the Police Department in law enforcement and the prevention of crime.
Performs other work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Works under the general direction of the City Manager. Exercises supervision over sworn, professional, and clerical personnel as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (includes but is not limited to listed tasks) The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the activities of Police Department personnel in preserving order, protecting life and property, and enforcing laws and municipal ordinances.
Formulates and enforces rules, procedures, and policies for efficient operation of the department.
Recommends appointments and promotion; develops and places into effect a program of in-service training.
Evaluates employee performance and tasks or recommends appropriate disciplinary action.
Directs record-keeping activities and the preparation of reports. Composes and reviews correspondence.
Prepares budget estimates and controls budget expenditures. Recommends purchase of equipment and supplies.
Provides City officials with periodic reports showing the number and types of arrests and other data as required.
Submits reports and information to State and Federal authorities and to other law enforcement agencies.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE CHIEF
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
Attends county, area and State police conferences and meetings. Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with peace officers in other law enforcement agencies.
Ensures compliance with all applicable State and Federal regulations and mandates.
Serves on committees doing community project work.
Meets the public and works with various officials and citizens in furthering the public relations program of the department and the City. Performs related duties like the above in scope and function and required.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each of the essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable incumbents with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Knowledge of:
Principles, practices and techniques of police administration, organization, and operation, and their applicability to specific situations. Technical and administrative phases of crime prevention and law enforcement, including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control and safety, juvenile delinquency control, record keeping, and care and custody of persons and property. Laws, ordinances, and regulations affecting the work of the department.
Ability to:
Testify under oath
Plan, direct, and coordinate the work of the Police Department. Formulate, place in effect, and administer sound departmental policy. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, employees, and the general public.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in Public Administration, Criminology, Sociology, or related field. POST Advance Certificate and graduation from a recognized command school is highly desirable.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE CHIEF
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
Must maintain a valid California POST Certificate
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, write and communicate in English at a level required for successful job performance. Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, and the general public.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The Chief must be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might affect the ability of the officer to perform essential job functions.
Physical condition shall be evaluated by a licensed physician and surgeon, and the emotional and mental condition shall be evaluated by a licensed psychologist who has a doctoral degree in psychology and at least five years of post-graduate experience in the diagnosis and treatment of emotional and mental disorders. The medical examination which includes the psychological examination will only be given after all other testing for the position has been successfully completed and a conditional offer of employment has been given to the applicant. Maintain fitness for duty as established by departmental standards and others as listed above.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
Must reside within 30 nautical miles of the City of Grass Valley Corporate Limits within 1 year from date of appointment.
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City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
DEPUTY POLICE CHIEF
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
Department: Police FSLA Status: Exempt
Reports To: Chief of Police Unit: Executive Service
_________________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE
Under general direction, assists the Chief of Police in administering, planning, organizing, coordinating and directing the operations and activities of the Police Department; in the absence of the Chief, assumes the responsibilities of the Chief as needed; and performs related work as required.
This single position classification is the second highest sworn rank in the Police management team and the incumbent serves at the will of the Chief of Police/City Manager.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The City of Grass Valley Deputy Police Chief is a member of the management staff.
As such, his/her duties include assisting in long and short range planning, organizing various programs including, but not limited to, crime prevention, citizen engagement, community relations and quality of service. The position of Deputy Police Chief is responsible for administering and developing training programs for police officers to comply with state law and California Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) as well as ensuring department compliance with DOJ reporting, among other mandates.
The Deputy Police Chief is also responsible for conducting or overseeing complex criminal investigations and personnel investigations. He/she oversees policy development and adherence as well as the responsibility to manage police operations, staff, and functions. The Deputy Police Chief oversees staff who make mandatory and regular reports to State and Federal agencies in adherence to laws and statutes and also coordinates administrative activities of the Police Department to ensure efficient and effective operations, among other responsibilities. The Deputy Police Chief is the second in command officer of the agency and in the absence of the Chief of Police, the Deputy Police Chief is the executive officer of the Department.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Direct supervision is provided by the Chief of Police. Supervisory responsibility entails direct supervision of the Police Lieutenant( s) and/or Police Captain(s) as well as direct and indirect supervision of other departmental staff.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
DEPUTY POLICE CHIEF
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (includes but is not limited to listed tasks) The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
• Ability to perform those duties assigned to any rank of a lower level • Performs functions of Police Captain in the absence of such personnel • Assists in developing departmental policies and long range plans • Recommends priorities for department resource allocations • Assists in developing and administering the department budget • Assists the Chief of Police in achieving the overall objectives of efficiency, economy and effectiveness by promoting cost effective management practices
• Directs the investigation of public or internal complaints pertaining to activities of employees of the Police Department
• Directs the preparation of policies and procedures and coordinates the activities of the Police Department with other law enforcement agencies, city departments, service providers, and other entities
• Performs Peace Officer duties as required
• Ensures staff training, personnel development, and equipment acquisition • Possess tactical knowledge and ability to apply sound tactical decisions; review operational plans and contracts for special events or services; assume Incident Command for critical incidents and major events when needed • Maintains personal contact with members of the community and ensure the same is being carried out by personnel
• Fulfills administrative responsibilities assigned by the Chief of Police • Makes recommendations regarding the appointment of personnel; conducts performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures as required; maintains discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the Police Department.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Act as the executive officer in-charge in the absence of the Chief of Police
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each of the essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable incumbents with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
DEPUTY POLICE CHIEF
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
Knowledge of:
• Criminal law, codes, ordinances and court interpretations pertaining to the rights of citizens, apprehension, arrest, search and seizure, and rules of evidence
• Principles and practices of law enforcement patrol, traffic enforcement, crime prevention, investigations, apprehension, civil process, and arrest • Principals and practices of personnel administration
• Administrative principles and practices, including goals and objectives development, work planning and organization, and employee supervision, training and development
• Principles and practices of budget development and administration • Current Federal, State and city laws and policies regarding employer-employee relations
• Local government organizations and functions as related to public safety Skill in:
• Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals
• Analyzing situations and adopting effective courses of action, often in stressful, emergency situations
• Developing effective long term goals and action plans • Coordinating the work of large function units
• Planning, organizing, directing and evaluating the work of others • Gaining cooperation through discussion and persuasion • Effectively administering a variety of law enforcement activities • Preparing and administering a large and complex budget • Selecting, supervising, training and evaluating assigned staff • Communicating clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing • Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Ability to:
• Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff
• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of a sworn Police Officer's job; analyze budget and technical reports; interpret and evaluate staff reports; know laws, regulations and codes; observe performance and evaluate staff; problem solve department related issues; remember accounts given by witnesses; identify crime suspects; interpret and apply the law to field situations;
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
DEPUTY POLICE CHIEF
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
and explain and interpret laws and policy
• Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine a proper course of action
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing • Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies
• Recommend improvements in department operation and in the rules, regulations, and policies governing the Department
• Coordinate outside agency service requests
• On a continuous basis, sit at desk and in meetings for long periods of time; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple and power grasping and fine manipulation; push, pull, climb, run and walk; use telephone, and communicate through written means; continuously wear utility belt and other police equipment
• Interact with a diverse community, show compassion, and build consensus in developing approaches to police services
• Develop and implement comprehensive plans to provide effective community based police services; interpret and explain laws as well as department policies and procedures
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals • Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion
• Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, procedures, laws, regulations and Police Department General Orders
• Prepare and administer a budget
• Manipulate firearms and emergency vehicles under stressful conditions in a safe and legal manner
• Operate and use modern office equipment including computers and applicable software
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing including the preparation and delivery of public presentations
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES:
1. Must have four years of progressively responsible police experience as a police supervisor and/or manager, preferably in a municipal police agency
2. Completion of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in police science, public or business administration or a related field required
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
DEPUTY POLICE CHIEF
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
3. Graduate of the F.B.I. National Academy or California POST Command College preferred
4. Possession of a POST Advanced certificate
5. Possession of a POST Management Certificate or within 2 years of appointment
6. Must have an acceptable driving record and possess and appropriate and valid California Driver's License
7. Must maintain a valid California POST Certificate
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, write and communicate in English at a level required for successful job performance. Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, and the general public.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The Deputy Police Chief must be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might affect the ability of the officer to perform essential job functions.
Physical condition shall be evaluated by a licensed physician and surgeon, and the emotional and mental condition shall be evaluated by a licensed psychologist who has a doctoral degree in psychology and at least five years of post-graduate experience in the diagnosis and treatment of emotional and mental disorders. The medical examination which includes the psychological examination will only be given after all other testing for the position has been successfully completed and a conditional offer of employment has been given to the applicant.
Maintain fitness for duty as established by departmental standards and others as listed above.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
Must reside within 30 nautical miles of the City of Grass Valley Corporate Limits within 1 year from date of appointment. The Chief of Police shall have the discretion to permit sworn employees to live further than 30 air miles from the City limits when, in the Chief's opinion, the officer will be capable of responding in an emergency in a reasonable period of time.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE LIEUTENANT
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
Department: Police FSLA Status: Exempt
Reports To: Chief of Police or Designee Unit: Contract (At Will) _________________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE
To plan, direct, and supervise police and operational activities and to provide responsible and technical staff assistance to the Department; supervise the associated activities under the administrative direction of the Chief of Police or Police Captain.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Grass Valley Police Lieutenant is a member of the management staff. As such, his/her duties include assisting in planning, organizing various programs including, but not limited to, crime prevention, citizen engagement, and community relations. The Lieutenant position is tasked with the daily directing, assisting, and controlling of departmental operational activities, as well as other department activities where assigned. Activities include, but are not limited to, the following: regular and directed patrol, traffic enforcement and education, reserve officer program, parking enforcement, education, animal control operations and services, special events, permit review, citizen complaint and investigation, media relations, court liaison, facilities management, crime prevention, crime analysis, and the volunteer program among others.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
General and direct supervision is provided by the Chief of Police and/or the Police Captain.
Supervisory responsibility entails direct supervision of Police Sergeants and direct and indirect supervision of other department staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (includes but is not limited to listed tasks) The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Ability to perform those duties assigned to the rank of Police Sergeant Fulfill administrative responsibilities assigned by the Chief of Police and/or Police Captain.
Responsibilities include direct supervision of sworn and non-sworn personnel as assigned.
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City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE LIEUTENANT
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
In addition to those duties assigned to lower ranking officers, a Lieutenant must possess knowledge of Department policies, local ordinances, State and Federal laws.
Assist in the development and implementation of objectives, policies, and procedures relating to patrol, administrative and investigative activities. Serve as the operational supervisor of patrol and related field activities; assign, assist, review, supervise, and evaluate the work of all personnel assigned to the patrol and investigative divisions.
Analyze and recommend improvements in organizational policies and procedures, staffing, and practices.
Conduct staff and community meetings.
Identify training needs and recommend specific training requirements of sworn personnel; assist in training coordination.
Review crime and other statistical information; identify trends and develop appropriate policies and programs.
Review the work of subordinates to ensure compliance with Departmental policies and procedures.
Assist in administrative responsibilities involving the Department’s budgeting, purchasing and personnel functions and conduct special studies of Department functions.
Conduct training programs in the various phases of police activities. Conduct internal affairs investigations as assigned; interface with citizens related to service delivery complaints and/or citizen complaints; respond to citizen complaints against officers and procedures; respond to inquiries from citizens and outside agencies. Assist in coordinating police activities with other City departments and divisions, and with outside agencies.
May serve as a watch commander or backup on patrol activities. Assist in developing information for the preparation of the department budget requests.
In addition to those duties assigned by the Chief of Police or Police Captain, the Lieutenant shall assume those duties assigned to the rank of Sergeant when necessary.
Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff and provide leadership by example. Perform other duties as assigned.
Act as the executive officer of the Department when designated.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE LIEUTENANT
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each of the essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable incumbents with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Knowledge of:
Contemporary law enforcement principles, practices, techniques, and programs. Principles and practices of organization, administration, budget, and personnel management.
Rules of evidence, rights of citizens, laws pertaining to search, seizure and arrest and court procedures; pertinent local, State, and Federal rules, regulations, and laws Department rules and regulations.
Functions and objectives of Federal, State, and other local law enforcement agencies.
Disciplinary action processing, citizen complaint processing, budget expenditure procedures, tactical team supervision, and media liaison. Modern office equipment and applicable computer applications Safe working practices and risk management
Ability to:
Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff.
Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine a proper course of action. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies.
Recommend improvements in department operation and in the rules, regulations, and policies governing the Department.
Coordinate outside agency service requests.
On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of a sworn Police Officer’s job; analyze budget and technical reports; interpret and evaluate staff reports; know laws, regulations, and codes; observe performance and evaluate staff; problem solve department related issues; remember accounts given by witnesses; identify crime suspects; interpret and apply the law to field situations; and explain and interpret laws and policy.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE LIEUTENANT
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
On a continuous basis, sit at desk and in meetings for long periods of time; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple and power grasping and fine manipulation; push, pull, climb, run and walk; use telephone, and communicate through written means; continuously wear utility belt and other police equipment Interact with a diverse community and different expectations of police services, show compassion and build consensus in developing approaches to police services, grasping and fine manipulation; push, pull, climb, run and walk; use telephone, and communicate through written means; continuously wear utility belt and other police equipment, interact with a diverse community, show compassion, and build consensus in developing approaches to police services. Develop and implement comprehensive plans to provide effective community-based police services; interpret and explain laws as well as department policies and procedures.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals. Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
Interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and Police Department General Orders.
Supervise, train, and evaluate personnel.
Manipulate firearms and emergency vehicles under stressful conditions in a safe and legal manner.
Operate and use modern office equipment including computers and applicable software.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing including the preparation and delivery of public presentations.
Apply and uphold the Department and City-wide goals.
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, LICENSE, AND CERTIFICATE
Experience: Must have six years of responsible experience in law enforcement with a public agency, 1 or more as sergeant or similar supervisorial position.
Education: Must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in police science or related field of study.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE LIEUTENANT
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
License(s): Due to the performance of field duties, which require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid and appropriate California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required.
Certificate(s):
Must possess and maintain a current POST Basic certificate. Must possess a POST Advanced Certificate.
Must possess or obtain a POST Management certificate within two years of appointment.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, write and communicate in English at a level required for successful job performance. Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, and the general public.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The Lieutenant must be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might affect the ability of the officer to perform essential job functions. Physical condition shall be evaluated by a licensed physician and surgeon, and the emotional and mental condition shall be evaluated by a licensed psychologist who has a doctoral degree in psychology and at least five years of post-graduate experience in the diagnosis and treatment of emotional and mental disorders. The medical examination which includes the psychological examination will only be given after all other testing for the position has been successfully completed and a conditional offer of employment has been given to the applicant.
Maintain fitness for duty as established by departmental standards and others as listed above.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
Sworn employees shall live no further than 30 air miles from the City limits. The Chief of Police shall have the discretion to permit sworn employees to live further than 30 air miles from the City limits when, in the Chief's opinion, the officer will be capable of responding in an emergency in a reasonable period of time.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE LIEUTENANT
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE CAPTAIN
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
Department: Police FSLA Status: Exempt
Reports To: Chief of Police or Designee Unit: 1, Full-Time Position _________________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE
To plan, organize, direct, coordinate and supervise the activities associated with the administrative division within the Police Department including investigations, marketing, training, community relations, crime prevention, and risk management among others; to coordinate Police Department activities with other divisions and departments; and to provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to and under the direction of the Chief of Police.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The City of Grass Valley Police Captain is a member of the management staff. As such, his/her duties include assisting in long- and short-range planning, organizing various programs including, but not limited to, crime prevention, citizen engagement, and community relations. The position of Captain is responsible for administering and developing training programs for police officers to comply with State law and California Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) as well as ensuring Department compliance with DOJ reporting and compliance, among other mandates. The Captain is also responsible for conducting or overseeing complex criminal investigations and personnel investigations.
He/she oversees policy development and adherence as well as the responsibility to manage police evidence and staff. The Captain oversees staff who make mandatory and regular reports to State and Federal agencies in adherence to laws and statutes and also coordinates administrative activities of the Police Department to ensure efficient and effective operations, among other responsibilities. The Captain is the second in command officer of the agency and in the absence of the Chief of Police, the Captain is the executive officer of the Department.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Direct supervision is provided by the Chief of Police. Supervisory responsibility entails direct supervision of the Police Lieutenant and direct and indirect supervision of other departmental staff.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE CAPTAIN
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (includes but is not limited to listed tasks) The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Ability to perform those duties assigned to the rank of Police Lieutenant. Fulfill administrative responsibilities assigned by the Chief of Police. Plan, organize, and assist in the development and implementation of an organizational philosophy with an emphasis on community policing, enforcement efforts, and internal supervision and mentoring.
Maintain personal contact with members of the community and ensure the same is being carried out by personnel.
Possess tactical knowledge and ability to apply sound tactical decisions; review operational plans and contracts for special events or services; assume Incident Command for critical incidents and major events when needed. Understanding of budget preparation and administration including budget forecasting and analysis.
Process citizen complaints and reporting.
Ensure staff training, personnel development, and equipment acquisition. Make recommendations regarding the appointment of personnel; conduct performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures as required; maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the Police Department.
Direct and coordinate departmental file and record retention, sealing, and purging pursuant to court order, state law, or City process.
Ensure sound evidence practices and provide supervision and oversight related to evidence collection, booking, processing, storage, requests, and disposition and destruction.
Ensure the day-to-day functioning of the department’s Records Management and Computer Aided Dispatch System(s), On-Officer or similar camera/audio systems, data message switches, telephone, system(s), CLETS systems, link(s) to other department information management systems, and related systems. Review and analyze reports from subordinates, calls for service, crime data and other reports and activities; determine trends and make recommendations for
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE CAPTAIN
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
changes in organization and/or operating procedures and policies, short and long term.
Review all disciplinary issues, complaints from citizens, and personnel investigations to ensure compliance with Peace Officer Bill of Rights and State reporting requirements; address and resolve issues.
Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. May serve as a watch commander or backup on patrol activities. Perform other duties as assigned.
Act as the executive officer in-charge in the absence of the Chief of Police.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each of the essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable incumbents with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Knowledge of:
Contemporary law enforcement principles, practices, techniques, and programs. Rules of evidence, rights of citizens, laws pertaining to search, seizure and arrest and court procedures; pertinent local, State, and Federal rules, regulations, and laws Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution.
Citizen complaint processing and reporting.
Budget, expenditure, and acquisition procedures.
Use of firearms and other modern police equipment and communications and information systems.
Department rules and regulations.
Media sources, communication, and dissemination
Safe working practices and risk management
Modern office equipment and applicable computer applications Principles and practices of customer service.
Ability to:
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE CAPTAIN
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff.
Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine a proper course of action. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies.
Recommend improvements in department operation and in the rules, regulations, and policies governing the Department.
Coordinate outside agency service requests.
On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of a sworn Police Officer’s job; analyze budget and technical reports; interpret and evaluate staff reports; know laws, regulations, and codes; observe performance and evaluate staff; problem solve department related issues; remember accounts given by witnesses; identify crime suspects; interpret and apply the law to field situations; and explain and interpret laws and policy.
On a continuous basis, sit at desk and in meetings for long periods of time; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple and power grasping and fine manipulation; push, pull, climb, run and walk; use telephone, and communicate through written means; continuously wear utility belt and other police equipment
Interact with a diverse community, show compassion, and build consensus in developing approaches to police services.
Develop and implement comprehensive plans to provide effective community-based police services; interpret and explain laws as well as department policies and procedures.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals. Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
Interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and Police Department General Orders.
Prepare and administer a budget.
Supervise, train, and evaluate personnel.
Manipulate firearms and emergency vehicles under stressful conditions in a safe and legal manner.
Operate and use modern office equipment including computers and applicable software.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE CAPTAIN
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing including the preparation and delivery of public presentations.
Apply and uphold the Department and City-wide goals.
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, LICENSE, AND CERTIFICATE
Graduate of the F.B.I. National Academy or California POST Command College preferred.
Possession of a POST Advanced certificate.
Possession of a POST Management Certificate or within 2 years of appointment Experience: Must have four years of progressively responsible police experience as a police supervisor and/or manager, preferably in a municipal police agency.
Education: Must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in police science, public or business administration or a related field.
License(s): Due to the performance of field duties, which require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid and appropriate California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required.
Certificate(s):
Must possess and maintain a current POST Basic certificate. Must possess a POST Advanced Certificate.
Must possess or obtain a POST Management certificate within two years of appointment.
Other: Graduate of the F.B.I. National Academy, California POST Command College, or completion similar leadership training is preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, write and communicate in English at a level required for successful job performance. Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, and the general public.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE CAPTAIN
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The Captain must be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might affect the ability of the officer to perform essential job functions. Physical condition shall be evaluated by a licensed physician and surgeon, and the emotional and mental condition shall be evaluated by a licensed psychologist who has a doctoral degree in psychology and at least five years of post-graduate experience in the diagnosis and treatment of emotional and mental disorders. The medical examination which includes the psychological examination will only be given after all other testing for the position has been successfully completed and a conditional offer of employment has been given to the applicant.
Maintain fitness for duty as established by departmental standards and others as listed above.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
Sworn employees shall live no further than 30 air miles from the City limits. The Chief of Police shall have the discretion to permit sworn employees to live further than 30 air miles from the City limits when, in the Chief's opinion, the officer will be capable of responding in an emergency in a reasonable period of time.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE SERGEANT
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
Department: Police FSLA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Police Lieutenant Unit: 6, Full-time Position _________________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE
Police Sergeant is the first-level, permanent supervisory position within the chain of command of the Police Department.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Police Sergeant plays a critical leadership role within the Grass Valley Police Department, ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of law enforcement services. The Sergeant will oversee and manage a team of police officers and support staff, and will be responsible for supervising daily operations, ensuring adherence to departmental policies and procedures, and maintaining a high standard of professionalism.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
General supervision is provided by a Police Lieutenant; exercises direct supervision over Police Officers, Detectives, and civilian personnel.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (includes but is not limited to listed tasks) The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address department needs and changing department practices. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
In addition to those essential duty responsibilities assigned to a Police Officer II or a duty assigned Corporal, a Sergeant's essential duty responsibilities include direct supervision of other sworn and non-sworn personnel.
Supervise law enforcement activities during an assigned shift. Maintain discipline and ensure that Department rules and policies are followed. Coordinate and assist officers in follow-up investigations and personally participate in investigations including the routine gathering of evidence, questioning of witnesses, and the apprehension of suspects.
Participate in all normal shift activities including enforcing local and state laws, issuing citations, making arrests, administering first aid, and transporting prisoners.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE SERGEANT
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
Assist officers in preparing reports in cases scheduled for trial and personally appear in court to present evidence and testimony, as required. Confer with prosecutors and maintain contact with other law enforcement agencies. Review reports submitted by officers.
Conduct in-service training.
Prepare reports of shift activity as needed.
Interview victims, complainants, witnesses, and suspects. Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders. Assume administrative responsibilities involving the Department's personnel and communications functions, personnel scheduling, and maintenance of a variety of department records.
Supervise CSO activities and parking enforcement.
Analyze and synthesize a variety of data concerning Department activities and prepare reports and statistics as needed.
Respond to citizen complaints and requests for information. Participate in Department public relations program.
Participate in the development of department policies and procedures. Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each of the essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable incumbents with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Knowledge of:
Police methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation, identification techniques, police equipment, police records, police reports, and first aid techniques.
Department rules and regulations.
Criminal law with reference to the apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, including rules of evidence pertaining to the
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE SERGEANT
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
search, seizure, preservation, and presentation of evidence in traffic and criminal cases.
Principles and practices of supervision and training. Civil liability issues in police conduct.
Tactical and Officer safety procedures.
Ability to:
Deploy personnel effectively.
Direct personnel in their work and advise them on technical police problems. Assess the capabilities and limitations of operating units in the Police Department to facilitate proper utilization.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Prepare accurate and comprehensive reports.
Analyze law enforcement situations and adopt effective programs for action. Plan and coordinate the work of subordinates.
Effectively and tactfully counsel, mentor, and develop employees. Conduct interviews and interrogations.
Recognize commendable work performed by employees and document it appropriately.
Appear for work on time.
Follow directions from a supervisor.
Understand and follow work rules and procedures.
Accept constructive criticism.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with the public and fellow employees. This position may be required to work overtime hours as needed.
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, LICENSE, and CERTIFICATE
Experience: A Sergeant must have at least four years of responsible experience in law enforcement with a public agency.
Education: Completion of an AA or higher degree at time of appointment.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE SERGEANT
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
License(s): Due to the performance of field duties, which require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid and appropriate California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required.
Certificate(s): Must possess and maintain a current POST Basic certificate.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Legally authorized under federal law to work in the United States. Minimum age at time of appointment is 21 years.
Be fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose a criminal record.
Be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation. Be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, that might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer. Criminal record must be free from conviction of any felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude or domestic violence, and from an excessive number of citations for traffic violations. Background history should indicate responsibility, dependability, honesty, integrity, acceptable communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to relate well to others.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, write and communicate in English at a level required for successful job performance. Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, and the general public.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Environment: Reactive emergency, natural or man-made disaster, and routine peace keeping environments with travel from site to site. The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions; occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration; potentially hostile environments; extensive public contact. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may be very loud due to sirens, firearm training,
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE SERGEANT
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
etc. Incumbents required to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends, and may be required to travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings.
Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to work in a law enforcement setting and an office setting; restrain or subdue individuals; walk, stand, sit, or run for prolonged periods of time; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; occasionally climb and balance; regularly push, pull, lift, and/or carry light to moderate weights; frequently lift and/or move moderate to heavy weights; occasionally lift and/or move heavy weights; operate office equipment including use of computer keyboard; requires a sense of touch, finger dexterity, and gripping with hands and fingers; ability to speak and hear to exchange information; ability to operate a vehicle to travel to various locations; ability to operate and use specialized law enforcement tools and equipment including guns and handcuffs.
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The Police Sergeant must be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might affect the ability of the officer to perform essential job functions. Physical condition shall be evaluated by a licensed physician and surgeon, and the emotional and mental condition shall be evaluated by a licensed psychologist who has a doctoral degree in psychology and at least five years of postgraduate experience in the diagnosis and treatment of emotional and mental disorders. The medical examination which includes the psychological examination will only be given after all other testing for the position has been successfully completed and a conditional offer of employment has been given to the applicant. The Police Sergeant must maintain fitness for duty as established by departmental standards and others as listed above.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident alien or have applied for citizenship. Upon academy completion, sworn employees shall live no further than 30 air miles from the City limits. The Chief of Police shall have the discretion to permit sworn employees to live further
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE SERGEANT
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
than 30 air miles from the City limits when, in the Chief's opinion, the officer will be capable of responding in an emergency in a reasonable period of time.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE OFFICER I / POLICE OFFICER II
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
Department: Police FSLA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Police Sergeant Unit: 6, Full-time Position _________________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform law enforcement and related services to safeguard the lives, property, and constitutional rights of citizens in the City; patrol assigned areas, respond to crime and accident scenes, emergency situations and other requests for assistance; detect, apprehend, and arrest criminals; enforce State and Federal laws; enforce City and County ordinances; and perform a variety of specialized duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Police Officer I is the entry level class in the professional police series requiring sworn police status. Officers in this class have graduated from a Police Academy and possess a POST Academy Graduate Certificate and maintain a valid POST Proof of Eligibility status.
Police Officer II is the experienced journey level classification in the police officer ranks. Officers in this class possess and maintain a valid POST Basic Certificate.
Officers in this class are given complex patrol and investigation assignments and are able to operate with minimal supervision.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
General supervision is provided by a Police Sergeant or Corporal.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address department needs and changing department practices.
Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Police Officer I & II:
Patrol an assigned area on rotating shifts, in an automobile, other vehicle, or on foot for the prevention of crime and the enforcement of traffic laws and regulations; issue
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE OFFICER I / POLICE OFFICER II
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
citations; perform security patrols, traffic control, investigations; administer first aid and request medical attention when necessary.
Investigate crimes including felonies, misdemeanors, and violations of City ordinances; conduct follow-up investigations of crimes committed during assigned shift; seek out and interview victims, witnesses, and suspects; search crime scenes for clues and evidence, collect, package, and preserve evidence. Handle emergency situations.
Detect, pursue, apprehend, and arrest or detain persons involved in crimes or misconduct; confront and arrest violent combative subjects; transport prisoners. Patrol City streets, parks, commercial, and residential areas to secure and protect property and to preserve the peace and enforce the law; participate in community crime prevention programs and activities.
Perform crowd control, regulate vehicle flow at fires, parades, and other incidents or congested situations.
Respond to hostage situations, barricaded subjects and other extremely hazardous situations; respond to natural and man-made disasters.
Perform duties in conformance with Federal, State, County, and City laws, regulations, and ordinances.
Attend and successfully complete required training including firearm qualification. Prepare a variety of written reports; operate a department issued computer and other technology.
Make public appearances and presentations at City Council and other civic organization meetings to actively develop and foster community partnerships. Provide information and direction to the public.
Make presentations at schools; plan and conduct police department tours for students. Appear and testify in court when subpoenaed.
Perform other related duties as required.
Police Officer II:
In addition to those duties listed above, a Police officer II must possess extensive knowledge of departmental policies and procedures and demonstrate an ability to function with a significant degree of independence.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each of the essential functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable incumbents with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE OFFICER I / POLICE OFFICER II
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
Knowledge of:
Police methods and procedures including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation, and identification techniques.
Criminal law and criminal procedures with particular reference to the apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, including rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure and preservation of evidence. Offensive and defensive weapons nomenclature and theory. Basic self-defense tactics.
Interview techniques and public contact techniques.
Modern office methods and techniques.
Ability to:
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Write clear, concise, and comprehensive reports using correct English and grammar. Read and understand department policies, instruction, laws, and regulations. Interpret and apply laws and regulations.
Learn standard procedures related to the use of police radio systems. Gather and evaluate facts and evidence.
Draw logical conclusions and make proper recommendations. Analyze situations and adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action. Qualify in the use of firearms.
Use and care for a wide variety of police equipment.
Meet the physical requirements established by the Department. Meet and deal with the public tactfully and effectively. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Use computer and related software.
Effectively problem solve and interact professionally with diverse community members.
Exercise fairness in all pursuits regardless of a subject's race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or disability.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE OFFICER I / POLICE OFFICER II
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, LICENSE, and CERTIFICATE
Experience:
Police Officer I: Must have completed a California POST Basic Academy and be able to complete the Grass Valley Police Department Field Training Program.
Police Officer II: Must have successfully completed a probationary period at a California law enforcement agency and be able to complete the Grass Valley Police Department Field Training Program.
Education: Equivalency to high school graduation. College level coursework or other specialized training in criminal justice, police science, psychology, public administration, or related field is highly desirable.
License(s): Due to the performance of field duties, which require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid and appropriate California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required.
Certificate(s):
Police Officer I: Must maintain a valid POST Proof of Eligibility status.
Police Officer II: Must possess and maintain a current POST Basic certificate.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Legally authorized under federal law to work in the United States. Minimum age at time of appointment is 21 years.
Be fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose a criminal record.
Be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation. Be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, that might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE OFFICER I / POLICE OFFICER II
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
Criminal record must be free from conviction of any felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude or domestic violence, and from an excessive number of citations for traffic violations. Background history should indicate responsibility, dependability, honesty, integrity, acceptable communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to relate well to others.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, write and communicate in English at a level required for successful job performance. Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, and the general public.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Environment: Reactive emergency, natural or man-made disaster, and routine peace keeping environments with travel from site to site. The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions; occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration; potentially hostile environments; extensive public contact. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may be very loud due to sirens, firearm training, etc. Incumbents required to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends, and may be required to travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings.
Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to work in a law enforcement setting and an office setting; restrain or subdue individuals; walk, stand, sit, or run for prolonged periods of time; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; occasionally climb and balance; regularly push, pull, lift, and/or carry light to moderate weights; frequently lift and/or move moderate to heavy weights; occasionally lift and/or move heavy weights; operate office equipment including use of computer keyboard; requires a sense of touch, finger dexterity, and gripping with hands and fingers; ability to speak and hear to exchange information; ability to operate a vehicle to travel to various locations; ability to operate and use specialized law enforcement tools and equipment including guns and handcuffs.
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
POLICE OFFICER I / POLICE OFFICER II
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The City of Grass Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Revised March 2024
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
Sworn employees shall live no further than 30 air miles from the City limits. The Chief of Police shall have the discretion to permit sworn employees to live further than 30 air miles from the City limits when, in the Chief's opinion, the officer will be capable of responding in an emergency in a reasonable period of time.
Item # 7.
City of Grass Valley
City Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: Transportation Impact Fees – Fee Program Revisions CEQA: Not a Project
Recommendation: That Council authorize revised, lower fees for the Single Family Residential land use category for the Grass Valley Transportation Impact Fee (GVTIF) and Regional Transportation Mitigation Fee (RTMF) programs
Prepared by: Bjorn P. Jones, PE, City Engineer
Council Meeting Date: 3/12/2024 Date Prepared: 3/7/2024 Agenda: Consent
Background Information: On August 22, 2023, Council adopted updated fee programs for the Grass Valley Transportation Impact Fee (GVTIF) and Regional Transportation Mitigation Fee (RTMF) after a comprehensive study process. Program updates were performed in coordination with Nevada County Transportation Commission (NCTC) and consultant GHD.
Soon after implementation of the new fees, it was discovered that an error in the calculations led to some residential categories being over charged and some under charged from what the nexus study would support. Fee program experts at GHD have recommended that those categories that are being charged a higher fee (Single Family) should be immediately revised to reflect the accurate amount; as the law allows fees to be set at or below the study supported values, but no higher.
Land use categories that are currently being under charged (Multi Family, Mobile Home and Senior Housing) do not pose a legal concern and City Staff and NCTC plan to begin the update and adoption process in the coming months, to get the revised fees, including an inflationary adjustment, in place for next fiscal year.
The proposed fees to be used for both programs are shown in the excerpt tables below.
Proposed RTMF Fees
Item # 8.
Proposed GVTIF Fees
At this time Staff requests that Council authorize immediate implementation of only the reduced Single Family rates for both GVTIF and RTMF programs.
Council Goals/Objectives: Implementation of the proposed Impact Fees program updates executes portions of work tasks towards achieving/maintaining Goal #2 – Transportation, and Goal #4 – Economic Development and Vitality.
Fiscal Impact: The proposed transportation impact fees are established based on the capital costs for facilities and transportation improvement projects needed to mitigate the impacts of additional development.
Funds Available: N/A Account #: N/A
Reviewed by: __ City Manager
Item # 8.
City of Grass Valley
City Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: Public Review for the Sphere of Influence (SOI) Plan Update Recommendation: Receive and File. No formal action required.
Prepared by: Amy Wolfson, City Planner
Council Meeting Date: March 12, 2024 Date Prepared: March 7, 2024 Agenda: Administrative
Background Information: The City Sphere of Influence (SOI) is an area outside the city limit boundaries that is anticipated to be annexed within an approximate 20-year time frame according to policy set by the Nevada County Local Area Formation Commission (LAFCo). LAFCo is required to determine an appropriate SOI for each city and special district based on present and future service needs which are determined through Municipal Service Reviews, the last of which was conducted in 2015. LAFCos exercise quasilegislative authority under Government Code Sections 56000-57550 (the Cortese-KnoxHertzberg Local Government Reorganization Act of 2000 or “CKH”). Under CKH LAFCo’s are required to update an SOI every five years, as necessary.
LAFCo has prepared an SOI update for the City of Grass Valley and is recommending a Negative Declaration (ND) in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The ND will be available for public review from March 15, 2024 to April 15, 2024. once the public review period commences, both the SOI update and the ND will be available on the Nevada County LAFCo website:
https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/907/Local-Agency-Formation-Commission-LAFCo Council Goals/Objectives: The SOI update does not meet any specific or general goal or objective but is mandated by the State.
Fiscal Impact: Review of the draft SOI Update and draft ND has been completed with existing staffing resources. No impact to the General Fund will occur.
Reviewed by: Tim Kiser, City Manager
ATTACHMENT:
Attachment 1 – LAFCo Transmittal Letter: 2024 City of Grass Valley Sphere of Influence Update Public Review Period
Item # 9.
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Map prepared by LAFCo Staff using County GIS data
City of Grass Valley Boundaries and Sphere of Influence -- 2011 Update City Boundaries & Sphere of Influence
GRASS VALLEY
GRASS VALLEY, NEAR-TERM
GRASS VALLEY, LONG-TERM
GRASS VALLEY, AREAof INTEREST
NEVADA CITY
NEVADA CITY, AREAof INTEREST
NEVADA CITY, LONG-TERM
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Attachment 1
Item # 9.
Area of Interest
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Kenny Ranch)
Area of Interest
(Empire Mine
State Park
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Map prepared by LAFCo Staff using County GIS data
City Boundaries & Spheres of Influence
GRASS VALLEY, CITY,
GRASS VALLEY, SPHERE, NEAR-TERM
GRASS VALLEY, SPHERE, LONG-TERM
GRASS VALLEY, SPHERE, AREAof INTEREST
NEVADA CITY, CITY,
NEVADA CITY, SPHERE, NEAR-TERM
NEVADA CITY, SPHERE, LONG-TERM
NEVADA CITY, SPHERE, AREAof INTEREST
City of Grass Valley Boundaries and Sphere of Influence -- 2024 Proposal Attachment 2
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NEVADA CITY
GRASS VALLEY
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2024 Sphere Update Proposed Changes
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Map prepared by LAFCo Staff using County GIS data
City of Grass Valley Boundaries and Sphere of Influence -- 2024 Proposed Changes Kenny Ranch
Reposition to
Area of Interest
Sierra Pines MHP
adjoining parcel add to
Near Term Sphere
Northstar
both portions
Near Term
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NUHS placed in
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Attachment 3
Item # 9.
City of Grass Valley
City Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: Opposition to Pacific Bell Telephone Company d/b/a AT&T California amended application for targeted relief from its Carrier of Last Resort obligation and certain associated tariff obligations.
CEQA: Not a Project.
Recommendation: That Council approve the letter and authorize the Mayor to sign and submit it to the California Public Utilities Commission.
Prepared by: Timothy M. Kiser, City Manager
Council Meeting Date: March 12, 2024 Date Prepared: March 5, 2024 Agenda: Administrative
Background Information: AT&T, as a designated "Carrier of Last Resort" (COLR), is obligated to furnish "Plain Old Telephone Service" (POTS), commonly known as landline phone service, upon request to both residential and business customers. POTS adheres to a standardized set of minimum service criteria and regulatory measures, which do not extend to emerging technologies offering similar services, such as wireline Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP).
While the transition of COLR designation from one company to another is not unprecedented, AT&T has recently filed two applications with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), seeking relief from its responsibilities as a COLR and an Eligible Telecommunications Carrier (ETC). These designations play a crucial role in providing essential telephone communication services to residents across the City and Nevada County.
Approval of AT&T's applications by the CPUC could potentially expose our community to significant risks, including threats to public health and safety, as well as the affordability of communication services. As per CPUC's Universal Service rules, carriers have the option to relinquish their COLR status when another designated COLR assumes service responsibilities. However, AT&T's application deviates from this norm by seeking relief for over 99% of its service territory statewide, without proposing a replacement COLR. Additionally, AT&T's application seeks expedited approval for future relief through a CPUC Tier 1 Advice Letter process, bypassing the usual CPUC approval process.
If granted, AT&T could terminate service to its POTS customers within as little as six months, leaving tens of thousands of customers in Nevada County with limited or no alternative options in terms of choice, quality, and affordability. It's crucial to note that alternative services like VoIP and wireless are not obligated to serve customers or provide equivalent services to AT&T landline customers, including reliable access to emergency services like 9-1-1 or program discounts.
Therefore, the staff respectfully requests the Grass Valley City Council's approval to issue an attached Letter of Opposition to Pacific Bell Telephone Company, also known
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as AT&T California, regarding their amended application for targeted relief from their Carrier of Last Resort obligation and associated tariff obligations. This authorization would empower the Mayor to execute and submit the letter to the CPUC, advocating for the protection of essential communication services within our community.
Council Goals/Objectives: The execution of this action attempts to achieve Strategic Goal #5 – High Performance Government and Quality Service.
Fiscal Impact: There is no Fiscal Impact of improving the proposed letter.
Funds Available: N/A Account #: N/A
Reviewed by: Tim Kiser, City Manager
Attachments: Letter of Opposition
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CITY OF GRASS VALLEY
ADMINISTRATION
125 East Main Street
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530)274-4310
March 12, 2024
Attn: Honorable President Alice Bushings Reynolds
California Public Utilities Commission
505 Van Ness Avenue San Francisco, CA 94102
RE: Letter of Comment and Opposition to Pacific Bell Telephone Company d/b/a AT&T California amended application for targeted relief from its Carrier of Last Resort obligation and certain associated tariff obligations.
Dear President Reynolds and Honorable Commissioners,
The City of Grass Valley, representing our residents, is passionately opposing Pacific Bell Telephone Company, also known as AT&T's applications seeking the relinquishment of their Carrier of Last Resort (COLR) and Eligible Telecommunications Carrier (ETC) designations. We urge the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to reject these requests.
As the current COLR for Grass Valley and Nevada County, AT&T is obligated to provide "Plain Old Telephone Services" (POTS) to all residents and businesses. These services, with minimum requirements, are not extended to newer technologies like cell or Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP). AT&T's application lists several communities and surrounding areas, including Alta Sierra, Floriston, Grass Valley, Kingvale, Lake Wildwood, Lake of the Pines, Nevada City, North San Juan, Penn Valley, Rough and Ready, Soda Springs, and the Town of Truckee, as areas at risk of losing service. This could leave thousands without any alternative to POTS telecommunication, particularly in rural and vulnerable areas where POTS remains the sole reliable option for emergency communication.
AT&T's claim that only 7% of households in California use outdated copper-based technology is misleading.
Rural regions like Grass Valley and Nevada County heavily rely on POTS due to topographical challenges and insufficient profitability for ISPs to invest in broadband infrastructure, resulting in limited or no broadband service for VoIP or wireless technologies.
Moreover, our region, prone to catastrophic wildfires, necessitates reliable communication during emergencies.
VoIP phones, dependent on internet connection, become ineffective during power outages or Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS), endangering community lives and impeding first responders. If CPUC approves AT&T's withdrawal as COLR and ETC, telecommunication networks could cease within six months, severely impacting our community's ability to respond during crises.
We assert that COLR and ETC relief must not be granted without establishing widespread alternatives with uniform technology-neutral minimum service quality standards. Therefore, we urge CPUC to deny AT&T's applications seeking the release of COLR and ETC designations.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Jan Arbuckle
Mayor
City of Grass Valley
Council Members
Jan Arbuckle, Mayor
Hilary Hodge, Vice Mayor
Bob Branstrom
Haven Caravelli
Tom Ivy
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