GRASS VALLEY
City Council Regular Meeting, Capital Improvements Authority and Redevelopment "Successor Agency"
Tuesday, October 14, 2025 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 Hilary Hodge, Vice Mayor Haven Caravelli, Councilmember Jan Arbuckle, Councilmember Joe Bonomolo, Councilmember Tom Ivy
MEETING NOTICE
City Council welcomes you to attend the meetings electronically or in person at the City Hall Council Chambers, located at 125 E. Main St., Grass Valley, CA 95945. Regular Meetings are scheduled at 6:00 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. Your interest is encouraged and appreciated.
This meeting is being broadcast “live” on Comcast Channel 17 & 18 by Nevada County Media, on the internet at www.cityofgrassvalley.com, or on the City of Grass Valley YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@cityofgrassvalley.com 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 that 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.
Agenda materials, staff reports, and background information related to regular agenda items are available on the City’s website: www.cityofgrassvalley.com. Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the Council after distribution of the agenda packet will be made available on the City of Grass Valley website at www.cityofgrassvalley.com, subject to City staff’s ability to post the documents before the meeting.
Please note, individuals who disrupt, disturb, impede, or render infeasible the orderly conduct of a meeting will receive one warning that, if they do not cease such behavior, they may be removed from the meeting. The chair has authority to order individuals removed if they do not cease their disruptive behavior following this warning. No warning is required before an individual is removed if that individual engages in a use of force or makes a true threat of force. (Gov. Code, § 54957.95.)
City of Grass Valley, CA AGENDA October 14, 2025
Council Chambers are wheelchair accessible and listening devices are available. Other special accommodations may be requested to the City Clerk 72 hours in advance of the meeting by calling (530) 274-4390, we are happy to accommodate.
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. Update from Wayward Journey
2. Breast Cancer Awareness Month Proclamation
CITY UPDATE
3. Skate Park Progress
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.
4. Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of September 23, 2025 Recommendation: Council approve minutes as submitted.
City of Grass Valley, CA AGENDA October 14, 2025
5. Change of Regularly Scheduled City Council Meeting Date from November 11, 2025, to November 12, 2025
CEQA: Not a project.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve changing the regularly scheduled City Council meeting date from Tuesday, November 11, 2025, to Wednesday, November 12, 2025, in observance of the Veterans Day holiday.
6. Musco Lighting System – Approve Purchase Agreement
CEQA: N/A – Not A Project
Recommendation: That Council 1) approve the purchase of a complete field LightStructure System from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC and 2) authorize the City Engineer to execute a purchase agreement with Musco in an amount not to exceed $225,000
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION OR SEPARATE ACTION AND /
OR ANY ADDED AGENDA ITEMS
REORGANIZATION RELATED ITEMS
PUBLIC HEARING
7. Memorial Park Magenta Drain Restoration Project Update CEQA: N/A – Procedural Motion
Recommendation: That Council 1) holds a public hearing on the Magenta Drain Restoration Project; 2) receives public input; and 3) provides comments to staff.
ADMINISTRATIVE
8. Appeal of Sign Exception Application 25PLN-0031 at 2001 Nevada City Highway.
CEQA: Exempt under CEQA Guideline §15301, Categorical Exemption Class 1 (“Existing Facilities”)
Recommendation: That Council 1) find the project Categorically Exempt pursuant to Section 15301, Class 1, of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Guidelines, as detailed in the staff report; 2) review appeal made by the applicant; and 3) determine whether to overturn or uphold the planning commission’s decision to deny the internal illumination of the “Shell” symbol on the two canopies at three locations and on the monument price sign at 2001 Nevada City Highway.
BRIEF REPORTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
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, October 14, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., was posted at city hall, easily accessible to the public, as of 5:00 p.m. Friday, October 10, 2025.
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Taylor Whittingslow, City Clerk
PROCLAMATION
Breast Cancer Awareness
October 2025
WHEREAS, breast cancer is a disease that affects people of every country, race, ethnicity, and income level; and in the United States, a woman today has a 1 in 8 chance of developing breast cancer over her lifetime and a 1 in 43 chance of dying from the disease; and WHEREAS, nearly 30 % of women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer later develop metastatic breast cancer; and breast cancer also affects men (with an average lifetime risk for men in the U.S. of 1 in 726); and
WHEREAS, there are currently over 4 million breast cancer survivors in the U.S.; and WHEREAS, October is recognized internationally as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a campaign designed to support people diagnosed with breast cancer (including metastatic cases), educate about risk factors, encourage regular screening, and raise funds for research; and WHEREAS, it is urged that all citizens, community organizations, health care providers, and businesses:
Increase their awareness of breast cancer risk, prevention, early detection, and treatment; Encourage and support those affected by breast cancer; Promote inclusive messaging recognizing all people affected (across stage, gender identity, ethnicity, and income levels);
Assist in removing barriers to screening, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship; Advocate for and support local and national research for prevention, better therapies, especially for metastatic disease;
Engage in events, educational programs, and fundraising efforts throughout October, and help continue awareness and support year-round;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Grass Valley do hereby proclaim the month of October 2025 to be “Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the City of Grass Valley” Dated this 14th day of October 2025
_____________________________ _____________________________ Hilary Hodge, Mayor Haven Caravelli, Vice Mayor
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Jan Arbuckle, Council Member
______________________________ _____________________________ Joseph Bonomolo, Council Member Thomas Ivy, Council Member
Item # 2.
GRASS VALLEY
City Council Regular Meeting, Capital Improvements Authority and Redevelopment "Successor Agency"
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 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 6:02PM.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Pledge of allegiance led by Mayor Hodge.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT
Councilmember Jan Arbuckle
Councilmember Joe Bonomolo
Councilmember Tom Ivy
Vice Mayor Haven Caravelli
Mayor Hilary Hodge
AGENDA APPROVAL
Motion made to approve the agenda as submitted by Councilmember Arbuckle, Seconded by Vice Mayor Caravelli.
Voting Yea: Councilmember Arbuckle, Councilmember Bonomolo, Councilmember Ivy, Vice Mayor Caravelli, Mayor Hodge
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
No reportable action.
INTRODUCTIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
1. Bright Futures for Youth presentation.
2. Update from the City Planning Department.
City Planner, Amy Wolfson, introduced the City's new Associate Planner, Vanessa Franken to the Council.
PUBLIC COMMENT
In person: 1-7
Virtual: Matthew Coulter
Item # 4.
City of Grass Valley, CA MINUTES September 23, 2025
CONSENT ITEMS
In person public comment: None
Virtual public comment: Matthew Coulter
Motion made to approve the consent calendar as submitted by Councilmember Arbuckle, Seconded by Councilmember Bonomolo.
Voting Yea: Councilmember Arbuckle, Councilmember Bonomolo, Councilmember Ivy, Vice Mayor Caravelli, Mayor Hodge
3. Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of September 9, 2025.
Recommendation: Council approve minutes as submitted.
4. Second Reading of Ordinance 837 amending subsection (F) of section 17.38.080 and adding section 17.30.100 of Chapter 17.30 of Title 17 of the Grass Valley Municipal Code to establish standards for art installations in the City CEQA: Exempt under CEQA Guideline §15301, Categorical Exemption Class 1 (“Existing Facilities”) and under CEQA Guideline §15061(b)(3) (General Rule) Recommendation: Hold a second reading, waive full reading, by title only, and adopt Ordinance 837, to regulate art on publicly and privately-owned properties in nonresidential districts throughout the city
5. California Forest Improvement Program (CFIP) – Approve Authorized Representative CEQA: N/A – Not a Project
Recommendation: That Council adopt a resolution designating the City Manager as the authorized representative to execute agreements and sign documents on the City’s behalf, as required by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) and/or California Forest Improvement Program documents.
6. Potential Hazard Trees Removal at 341 East Main Street CEQA: Categorically Exempt – Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the removal of approximately 23 Italian cypress trees at 341 East Main Street due to their significant fire hazard risk.
7. Agreement with Nevada County Probation for AB109 Officer services.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommendation: That Council 1) approve the agreement (extension) between the City of Grass Valley and the Nevada County Probation Department for Assembly Bill 109 Police Officer Services; and 2) authorize the Finance Director to make any budget amendments, budget transfers, and personnel allocation changes as necessary.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION OR SEPARATE ACTION AND /
OR ANY ADDED AGENDA ITEMS
REORGANIZATION RELATED ITEMS
PUBLIC HEARING
ADMINISTRATIVE
8. Condon Park Skatepark Expansion.
Item # 4.
City of Grass Valley, CA MINUTES September 23, 2025
CEQA: Categorically Exempt – Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” Recommendation: The Council 1) approves a change order with Grindline Skateparks up to $138,000 to expand the Condon Park Skatepark by approximately 2,500 square feet; 2) authorize Deputy Public Works Director to execute all related documents, subject to legal review; 3) allow Finance Director to make any necessary budget adjustments and transfers.
Deputy Public Works Director, Zac Quentmeyer, gave update to the Council. Council asked questions about where the funding would be coming from and if the community was helping to raise funds.
Public Comment: Orion Perez, Taylor, Tara, Steven Strong, Matthew Coulter.
BRIEF REPORTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Councilmember Bonomolo attended the Skatepark AdHoc Committee Meeting, met a family member who performed at Wild Eye Pub, spoke with unhoused members of the community and mentioned their request for more services
Councilmember Ivy attended the NCTC meeting, spoke about the potential changes to gas taxes, the wireless charging station project for electric buses is completed on Tinloy St, Pioneer Community Energy is doubling in size, and met with the Bear Yuba Land Trust.
Councilmember Arbuckle attended the GVDA Merchant meeting where they discussed parking and security, met with members of the Historical Commission, attended the Presidents of Sierra College luncheon, and attended a League of California Cities meeting.
Vice Mayor Caravelli attended the Historical Commission meeting with Councilmember Arbuckle, attended the Grants School Historical Landmark Plaque, CAKE Bakery ribbon cutting, and ERC Executive Board Meeting.
Mayor Hodge attended the GVDA merchant meeting, spoke about the "Bike Bus" in Nevada City; a group of juveniles escorted by a Police Dept to allow children to bike to school, attended the presidents of Sierra College luncheon, did a 24 hour play at the Nevada theater, Center for nonprofits, attended the Latino Family Fun Day hosted at Condon Park, the Rudiger Foundation fundraiser, and the Yuba River cleanup.
ADJOURN
Meeting adjourned at 7:34PM
Hilary Hodge, Mayor _________________
Taylor Whittingslow, City Clerk ______________
Adopted: ______________
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Item # 4.
City of Grass Valley
City Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: Change of Regularly Scheduled City Council Meeting Date from November 11, 2025, to November 12, 2025
CEQA: Not a project.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve changing the regularly scheduled City Council meeting date from Tuesday, November 11, 2025, to Wednesday, November 12, 2025, in observance of the Veterans Day holiday.
Prepared by: Taylor Whittingslow, Deputy City Manager
Council Meeting Date: 10/14/2025 Date Prepared: 10/09/2025 Agenda: Consent
Background Information: The City Council holds its regularly scheduled meetings on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. The regularly scheduled meeting for the second Tuesday of November falls on November 11, 2025, which is Veterans Day, a recognized federal and City holiday.
In observance of this holiday, City offices will be closed. To ensure continued public access and staff participation, staff recommends rescheduling the meeting to the following day, Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Council Goals/Objectives: This item executes portions of work tasks toward achieving/maintaining High Performance Government and Quality Service.
Fiscal Impact: N/A
Funds Available: N/A Account #: N/A
Reviewed by: City Manager
Attachments: None.
Item # 5.
City of Grass Valley
City Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: Musco Lighting System – Approve Purchase Agreement CEQA: N/A – Not A Project
Recommendation: That Council 1) approve the purchase of a complete field LightStructure System from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC and 2) authorize the City Engineer to execute a purchase agreement with Musco in an amount not to exceed $225,000 Prepared by: Bjorn P. Jones, PE, City Engineer
Council Meeting Date: October 14, 2025 Date Prepared: October 9, 2025 Agenda: Consent
Background Information: As part of the Parks Project and Refunding lease agreement approved by Council in November 2021, Staff has been working to enact the vision of new and upgraded sports facilities, including a state of the art, lit, multi-sport field. The City’s permit application was recently approved by the Division of State Architect (DSA) for the construction of a complete sports lighting system at the Lyman Gilmore turf field.
Work at the School would occur as part of the long-term agreement with the Grass Valley School District which allows the City to develop and operate the fields as a public space outside of school hours.
As listed in the DSA application, the City proposes installing a complete Light-Structure System manufactured by Musco Sports Lighting, LLC. Musco is a word leader in sports lighting solutions and is also an approved Sourcewell supplier, a cooperative purchasing agency which conducts competitive solicitations on behalf of government agencies. This allows the City to contract with Musco without repeating the timely procurement process and Staff proposes to purchase the system directly from Musco and then contract separately for the prep work, installation and associated improvements.
Staff recommends that Council approve the purchase of a complete field Light-Structure System from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC and authorize the City Engineer to execute a purchase agreement with Musco in an amount not to exceed $225,000. If approved, delivery of the lighting system is expected in 8-10 weeks and Staff would look to contract for installation over the winter, weather permitting.
Council Goals/Objectives: The purchase and installation of a new field lighting system executes portions of work tasks towards achieving/maintaining Strategic Plan Goal – Recreation & Parks.
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Fiscal Impact: The purchase and installation of lighting system was fully funded in the FY 24/25 Capital Improvement Program Budget.
Funds Available: Yes Account #: 200-406-66658
Reviewed by: City Manager Attachments: Musco Sourcewell Contract
Item # 6.
Quote
2016, 2025 Musco Sports Lighting, LLC • M-2168-enUS-17
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Date: 09/29/2025 Lyman Gilmore Turf Field in Grass Valley, CA Expiration date: 11/29/2025 Project#199230
Sourcewell
Master Project: 199030, Contract Number: 041123-MSL, Expiration: 06/16/2027 Category: Sports lighting with related supplies and services All purchase orders should note the following:
Sourcewell Purchase – Contract Number: 041123-MSL
Quotation Price – Materials Only Delivered to Job Site
Soccer Field – 330’ x 220’ ..............................................................................$ 214,731.00 Sales tax, bonding, labor, installation, and unloading of the equipment are not included. Quote is confidential. Pricing and lead times are effective for 30 days only. Prices are subject to change if the order is not released within 60 days from the date of the purchase.
Light-Structure System™ with Total Light Control – TLC for LED™ technology Guaranteed Lighting Performance
• Guaranteed light levels of 30 footcandles and uniformity of 2.5:1 System Description
• 20 Factory aimed and assembled luminaries
• 4 Galvanized steel poles
• 4 Pre-cast concrete bases with integrated lightning grounding • Pole length factory assembled wire harnesses
• Factory wired and tested remote electrical component enclosures • UL listed assemblies
• Corrosion protection
Control Systems and Services
• Control-Link® control and monitoring system to provide remote on/off and dimming (high/medium/low) control and performance monitoring with 24/7 customer support
Operation and Warranty Services
• Product assurance and warranty program that covers materials and onsite labor, eliminating 100% of your maintenance costs for 25 years
• Warranty starts the date of shipment
Responsibilities of Buyer
• Confirm pole or luminaire locations, supply voltage and phase required for lighting system prior to production • Provide electrical design and materials for electrical distribution system • Provide labor and equipment for installation of electrical distribution system • Provide labor and equipment for installation of bases and poles • Buyer is responsible for getting electrical power to the site, coordination with the utility, and power company fees • The unloading and storage of the material on site is the responsibility of the buyer Payment Terms
Final payment terms are subject to approval by Musco credit department. Final payment shall not be withheld by Buyer on account of delays beyond the control of Musco.
Email or fax a copy of the Purchase Order to Musco Sports Lighting, LLC:
Musco Sports Lighting, LLC
Attn: Musco Contracts
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Quote
2016, 2025 Musco Sports Lighting, LLC • M-2168-enUS-17
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Fax: 800-734-6402
Email: [email protected]
All Purchase orders should note the following:
Sourcewell Purchase – Contract Number: 041123-MSL
Delivery Timing
8 - 10 weeks for delivery of materials to the job site from the time of order, submittal approval, and confirmation of order details including voltage, phase, and pole/luminaire locations.
Notes
Quote is based on following conditions:
• Shipment of entire project together to one location.
• Voltage and phase system requirements to be confirmed. • Structural code and wind speed = 2022 CBC, 95 mi/h, Exposure C, Importance Factor 1.0. • Due to the built-in custom light control per luminaire, pole or luminaire locations need to be confirmed prior to production. Changes to pole or luminaire locations after the product is sent to production could result in additional charges.
• Standard soil conditions – rock, bottomless, wet, or unsuitable soil may require additional engineering, special installation methods and additional cost.
Thank you for considering Musco for your lighting needs. Please contact me with any questions or if you need additional details.
Jasen Deniz
CA Sales Representative
Musco Sports Lighting, LLC
Phone: 530-812-7022
E-mail: [email protected]
Item # 6.
City of Grass Valley
City Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: Memorial Park Magenta Drain Restoration Project Update CEQA: N/A – Procedural Motion
Recommendation: That Council 1) holds a public hearing on the Magenta Drain Restoration Project; 2) receives public input; and 3) provides comments to staff.
Prepared by: Zac Quentmeyer, Deputy Public Works Director Council Meeting Date: 10/14/2025 Date Prepared: 10/09/2025 Agenda: Public Hearing
Background Information: In 2023, the City was awarded $319,847.94 in Proposition 1, Round 2 IRWM Implementation grant funds to restore a portion of the Magenta Drain running through Memorial Park. The Magenta Drain Restoration Project will restore a stretch of creek that runs through Memorial Park that has been fenced off and neglected for many years. At one time, the waterway was contaminated by runoffs from the Empire Mine site, but with recent remediation efforts by the State and the City of Grass Valley, the creek now runs clean again. In February 2025, the City contracted Dudek consulting firm to provide design and environmental services for the restoration project. Dudek has prepared a conceptual design that includes:
Removal of perimeter fencing to improve public access. Removal of nonnative invasive vegetation.
Replanting of native riparian vegetation.
Realign the creek in various areas.
Removal of the retaining wall and replacing it with vegetated rip rap. Adding streambed boulders and cobbles.
Installing creek access points with concrete steps and boulder crossings. Adding crushed gravel trail adjacent to the creek.
Council Goals/Objectives: The Magenta Drain Restoration Project executes portions of work tasks towards achieving/maintaining the Strategic Plan Goal – Recreation and Parks.
Fiscal Impact$ N/A
Funds Available: N/A
Account #: N/A
Reviewed by: City Manager
Attachments: Magenta Drain Restoration Conceptual Drawings
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AUBURN, CA 95603
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SYMBOL BOTANICAL / COMMON NAME SIZE QTY
TREES
ALNUS RHOMBIFOLIA / WHITE ALDER 5 GAL. 15
CORNUS NUTTALLII / PACIFIC DOGWOOD 5 GAL. 18
SALIX LAEVIGATA / RED WILLOW POLE CUTTING 5
SALIX LASIANDRA / PACIFIC WILLOW POLE CUTTING 15
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STREAM EDGE PLANTING ZONE 4,287 SF
CAREX BARBARAE / SANTA BARBARA SEDGE PLUG 30% @ 24" o.c. 335 CEPHALANTHUS OCCIDENTALIS / BUTTONBUSH 1 GAL. 18% @ 60" o.c. 33 EPILOBIUM CANUM / CALIFORNIA FUCHSIA PLUG 10% @ 24" o.c. 113 JUNCUS BALTICUS / BALTIC RUSH PLUG 10% @ 36" o.c. 49
JUNCUS PATENS / CALIFORNIA GRAY RUSH PLUG 10% @ 36" o.c. 49 MAHONIA REPENS / CREEPING MAHONIA 1 GAL. 12% @ 48" o.c. 33 SISYRINCHIUM BELLUM / BLUE-EYED GRASS PLUG 10% @ 18" o.c. 198 RIPARIAN PLANTING ZONE 6,663 SF
AMELANCHIER ALNIFOLIA / SERVICEBERRY 1 GAL. 8% @ 120" o.c. 6 ARTEMISIA DOUGLASIANA / MUGWORT PLUG 20% @ 48" o.c. 88
BACCHARIS PILULARIS / COYOTE BRUSH 1 GAL. 8% @ 48" o.c. 34 CALYCANTHUS OCCIDENTALIS / WESTERN SPICEBUSH 1 GAL. 8% @ 72" o.c. 16 CORNUS SERICEA / RED TWIG DOGWOOD 1 GAL. 8% @ 60" o.c. 22 DIPLACUS AURANTIACUS / STICKY MONKEYFLOWER 1 GAL. 2% @ 48" o.c. 9 KECKIELLA BREVIFLORA / BUSH BEARDTONGUE 1 GAL. 8% @ 36" o.c. 61 LONICERA INVOLUCRATA / TWINBERRY 1 GAL. 5% @ 48" o.c. 21 MUHLENBERGIA RIGENS / DEER GRASS 1 GAL. 5% @ 48" o.c. 21 ROSA WOODSII / WOODS' ROSE 1 GAL. 15% @ 60" o.c. 42
RUBUS PARVIFLORUS / THIMBLEBERRY 1 GAL. 8% @ 48" o.c. 35 WOODWARDIA FIMBRIATA / GIANT CHAIN FERN 1 GAL. 5% @ 48" o.c. 21
PLANT SCHEDULE
CONCEPT DESIGN
853 LINCOLN STREET, SUITE 105
AUBURN, CA 95603
DATE: 9/10/2025
MEMORIAL PARK MAGENTA DRAIN RESTORATION
CITY OF GRASS VALLEY L2
CROSS SECTION AND IMAGES
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CREEK ACCESS EXAMPLE CREEK ACCESS CONCEPT
MAIN CREEK ACCESS CROSS SECTION NOT TO SCALE
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3 BOULDER STEP STONES
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CREEK ACCESS EXAMPLE COMPLETED RIPARIAN RESTORATION PROJECT RIPARIAN CONTAINER PLANTS TRAIL SURFACE (BLUE ENGINEERED STREAMBED MATERIAL
MINER'S GRAVEL)
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VEGETATED ROCK SLOPE PROTECTION
https://watersheds.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/RVCAs-Vegetated-Rip-Rap-handout.pdf
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City of Grass Valley
City Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: Appeal of Sign Exception Application 25PLN-0031 at 2001 Nevada City Highway.
CEQA: Exempt under CEQA Guideline §15301, Categorical Exemption Class 1 (“Existing Facilities”)
Recommendation: That Council 1) find the project Categorically Exempt pursuant to Section 15301, Class 1, of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Guidelines, as detailed in the staff report; 2) review appeal made by the applicant; and 3) determine whether to overturn or uphold the planning commission’s decision to deny the internal illumination of the “Shell” symbol on the two canopies at three locations and on the monument price sign at 2001 Nevada City Highway.
Prepared by: Amy Wolfson, City Planner
Council Meeting Date: October 14, 2025 Date Prepared: October 9, 2025 Agenda: Administrative
Background Information: The gas station at 2001 Nevada City Highway was constructed around 1980 when the property was in the jurisdiction of Nevada County. The monument sign appears to have been installed around 1990. Most recently, the site has been operated by the gas company, Speedway. The property owner has decided to rebrand as a Shell station. In the process of this rebranding, and in reviewing the proposed signage, staff determined that several proposed signage features, all having to do with lighting, were in conflict with the signage code.
Applicant Sal Pablo, on behalf of SEI Fuel Services, applied for a sign exception permit in August 2025. The application included the following three sign exception requests to allow for the following sign features:
A light bar proposed around the perimeter of the two pump canopies; An internally illuminated price sign; and
An internally illuminated “Shell” symbol on the two canopies at three locations, as well as on the monument sign.
The Development Review Committee reviewed the sign exception at its meeting on September 9, 2025, and unanimously recommended that the Planning Commission approve the internally illuminated price signage, as well as the internally illuminated “Shell” symbol signage. However, the committee recommended against approving the light bar proposed around the canopy structures citing that they could not make the required finding that the feature “enhances the building architecture.”
The planning commission reviewed the sign exception at their meeting on September 16, 2025 and they approved only the price sign illumination and denied both the illuminated logos and the illuminated light bars around the canopies.
The applicant filed an appeal of the decision to deny the illuminated “Shell” signs only. Their appeal form and correspondence to staff have indicated they are only seeking overturning of the decision to deny the illuminated “Shell” signage at three locations on the two canopies and on the monument
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sign. They have indicated that they are open to reducing light levels during nighttime hours as may be specified by City Council.
Proposed internally illuminated “Shell” symbol and price sign (Light bar not sought under appeal) Existing Site
Regulatory Authority: Section 17.38.050 of the City Municipal Code prohibits internally illuminated signage “except where authorized by a sign exception permit and determined by the review authority to constitute a design element that is integrated with and enhances building architecture.” Pursuant to Table 3-9 GVMC, a sign exception permit may be granted by the planning commission, with a recommendation by the Development Review Committee, when a sign “exceeds standards specified in the sign ordinance.” In this case, the proposed signage exceeds the standard of prohibiting internally illuminated signage and explicitly states that it can only be allowed with a sign exception permit.
Environmental Determination: The proposed project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15301, Class 1, of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Guidelines. A Class 1 Categorical Exemption consists of the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alternation of existing public or private structures, facilities, mechanical equipment, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of use beyond that existing at the time of the lead agency’s determination. The proposed sign exception is intended to aid in navigation to the business and will not result in an expansion of use of the commercial property on which it will be located. Page 23
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Council Goals/Objectives: This appeal is not in support of a specified strategic goal but is a required step in the applicant’s due process for a sign exception application.
Fiscal Impact: N/A
Funds Available: N/A Account #: TBD Reviewed by: City Manager Attachments:
1. Vicinity/Aerial Map
2. Applications (Appeal, Universal, Sign Exception)
3. Sign Proposal (as presented to planning commission)
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Shell Sign Exception (25PLN-31)
2001 Nevada City Highway
1. Vicinity/Aerial Map
2. Applications (Appeal, Universal, Sign Exception)
3. Sign Proposal
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2001 NC Hwy - Vicinity
Nevada County GIS
8/11/2025, 2:23:48 PM
0 345 690 1,380 ft
0 105 210 420 m
1:9,752
Nevada County GIS 2025
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2001 NC Hwy - Aerial
8/11/2025, 12:21:20 PM
0 60 120 240 ft
0 15 30 60 m
1:1,670
Nevada County GIS 2025
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CITY OF GRASS VALLEY
APPEAL APPLICATION
The Grass Valley Development Code, Chapter 17.91 provides that any person not satisfied with an action of the Grass Valley Planning Commission may appeal said action to the City Council. Such appeal shall be made by filing a written application with the City Clerk's Office within fifteen (15) calendar days following the date the decision was rendered. Said written application shall specify the particular action or decision, or portion thereof, which is being appealed, and shall describe the reasons for the appeal, and should include suggested remedies, Return the completed application, along with the current appeal fee available through City Staff or can be found in the City's Current Fee Schedule.
City Clerk's Office
125 East Main Street
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(Printed Name of Appellant)
Hereby appeal the below noted actions)
Date of Planning Commission Action:
Project Name/Application No. (s):
(Use Permit, Subdivision map, etc.)
Project Location:
Assessor's Parcel Number:
Mailing Address:
Phone:
Signature of Appellant
ail:
Date
************************************************************************************************************ For City Staff Use Only
Date: Receipt No.: Received by: Fee Paid:
Sal Pablo (Sign Development Inc.)
September 16, 2025
Sign Exception Permit #25PLN-31
2001 Nevada City Hwy
N/A
1366 W Ninth Street Upland CA 91786
(909)920-5534 ext. 541 [email protected]
10/01/25
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Planning Commission Action/Condition:
Reason for Appeal:
Suggested Remedy:
CITY OF GRASS VALLEY
APPEAL APPLICATION
(Include Additional Pages as Necessary)
Planning Commission decided that the proposed SHELL Canopy Logo Pectens not be illuminated.
RE-FACE EXISTING D/F PRICE/ID MONUMENT SIGN WITH NEW LED PRICERS. INSTALL NEW LED INTERNAL ILLUMINATION TO EXISTNIG SIGN CABINET. USE EXISTING ELECTRICAL.
RE-IMAGE CANOPY FASCIA ON BOTH CANOPY STRUCTURES.
INSTALL NEW ACM PANELS YELLOW//RED & NEW ILLUMINATED CANOPY LOGO SHELL PEDCTEN SIGNS.
INSTALL ILLUMINATED RED BARS ON EACH THREE ELEVATIONS OF EACH CANOPY STRUCTURES.
RE-IMAGE ALL EXISTING DISPENER PUMPS WITH SHELL GRAPHICS AND WARNING DECALS.
Possibly to limit the illumination to certain time during the evening.
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CITY OF GRASS VALLEY
Community Development Department
125 E. Main Street
Grass Valley, California 95945
(530) 274-4330
(530) 274-4399 fax
Application Types
Administrative
[ ] Limited Term Permit
$757.00
[ ] Zoning Interpretation
$243.00
Development Review
[ ] Minor Development Review – under 10,000 sq. ft.
$1,966.00
[ ] Major Development Review – over 10,000 sq. ft.
$3,571.00
[ ] Conceptual Review - Minor
$497.00
[ ] Conceptual Review – Major
$847.00
[ ] Plan Revisions – Staff Review
$342.00
[ ] Plan Revisions – DRC / PC Review
$901.00
[ ] Extensions of Time – Staff Review
$306.00
[ ] Extensions of Time – DRC / PC Review
$658.00
Entitlements
[ ] Annexation
$8,505.00 (deposit) + $20.00 per acre
[ ] Condominium Conversion
$5,339.00 (deposit) + $25 / unit or $25 / 1,000 sf
com.
[ ] Development Agreement – New
$20,023.00 (deposit) + cost of staff time &
consultant minimum $300
[ ] Development Agreement – Revision
$7,486.00 + cost of staff time & consultant
minimum $300
[ ] General Plan Amendment
$8,000.00
[ ] Planned Unit Development
$8,839.00 + $100.00 /unit and / or $100 / 1,000 sf
floor area
[ ] Specific Plan Review - New
Actual costs - $18,399.00 (deposit) (+ consultant
min. $300)
[ ] Specific Plan Review - Amendments / Revisions
Actual costs - $7,576.00 (deposit) (+ consultant
min. $300)
[ ] Zoning Text Amendment
$3,364.00
[ ] Zoning Map Amendment
$5,501.00
[ ] Easements (covenants & releases)
$1,794.00
Environmental
[ ] Environmental Review – Initial Study
$1,858.00
[ ] Environmental Review – EIR Preparation
Actual costs - $34,274.00 (deposit)
[ ] Environmental Review - Notice of Determination
$162.00 (+ Dept. of Fish and Game Fees)
[ ] Environmental Review - Notice of Exemption
$162.00 (+ County Filing Fee)
Sign Reviews
[ ] Minor – DRC, Historic District, Monument Signs
or other districts having specific design criteria
$330.00
[ ] Major – Master Sign Programs
$1,407.00
[ ] Exception to Sign Ordinance
$1,046.00
Subdivisions
[ ] Tentative Map (4 or fewer lots)
$3,788.00
[ ] Tentative Map (5 to 10 lots)
$5,267.00
[ ] Tentative Map (11 to 25 lots)
$7,053.00
[ ] Tentative Map (26 to 50 lots)
$9,668.00
[ ] Tentative Map (51 lots or more)
$14,151.00
[ ] Minor Amendment to Approved Map (staff)
$1,208.00
[ ] Major Amendment to Approved Map
(Public Hearing) $2,642.00
[ ] Reversion to Acreage
$829.00
[ ] Tentative Map Extensions
$1,136.00
[ ] Tentative Map - Lot Line Adjustments/Merger
$1,325.00
Use Permits
[ ] Minor Use Permit - Staff Review
$562.00
[ ] Major Use Permit - Planning Commission Review
$3,292.00
Variances
[ ] Minor Variance - Staff Review
$562.00
[ ] Major Variance - Planning Commission Review
$2,200.00
Application Fee
Total*: $
*Additional fees may be assessed by Nevada County
Environmental Health and/or NSAQMD for services
rendered for application review.
UNIVERSAL PLANNING
APPLICATION
Exception to Sign Ordinance $1,046.00
1,046.00
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Below is the Universal Planning Application form and instructions for submitting a complete planning application. In addition to the Universal Planning Application form, a project specific checklist shall be submitted. All forms and submittal requirements must be completely filled out and submitted with any necessary supporting information.
Upon receipt of the completed forms, site plan/maps, and filing fees, the Community Development Department will determine the completeness of the application. This review will be completed as soon as possible, but within thirty (30) days of the submittal of the application. If the application is determined to be complete, the City will begin environmental review, circulate the project for review by agencies and staff, and then schedule the application for a hearing before the Planning Commission.
If sufficient information has not been submitted to adequately process your application, you will receive a notice that your application is incomplete along with instructions on how to complete the application. Once the City receives the additional information or revised application, the thirty (30) day review period will begin again.
Since the information contained in your application is used to evaluate the project and in the preparation of the staff report, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information.
Please review and respond to each question. If a response is not applicable, N/A should be used in the space provided. Failure to provide adequate information could delay the processing of your application.
Additional information may be obtained at www.cityofgrassvalley.com regarding the 2020 General Plan and Zoning. You may also contact the Community Development Department for assistance.
ADVISORY RE: FISH AND GAME FEE REQUIREMENT
Permit applicants are advised that pursuant to Section 711.4 of the Fish and Game Code a fee of $3,445.25 for an Environmental Impact Report and $2,480.25 for a Negative Declaration* shall be paid to the County Recorder at the time of recording the Notice of Determination for this project.
This fee is required for Notices of Determination recorded after January 1, 1991. A Notice of Determination cannot be filed and any approval of the project shall not be operative, vested, or final until the required fee is paid. This shall mean that building, public works and other development permits cannot be approved until this fee is paid. These fees are accurate at the time of printing, but increase the subsequent January 1st of each year.
This fee is not a Grass Valley fee; it is required to be collected by the County pursuant to State law for transmission to the Department of Fish and Game. This fee was enacted by the State Legislature in September 1990, to be effective January 1, 1991. *If the City finds that the project will not have an impact on wildlife resources, through a De Minimus Impact Finding, the City will issue certificate of fee exemption.
Therefore, this fee will not be required to be paid at the time an applicant files the Notice of Determination with the County Recorder. The County’s posting and filing fees will still be required.
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Applicant/Representative
Name:
Property Owner
Name:
Address: Address:
Phone: Phone:
E-mail: E-mail:
Architect
Name:
Engineer
Name:
Address: Address:
Phone: ( ) Phone: ( )
E-mail: E-mail:
1. Project Information
a. Project Name___________________________________________________________ b. Project Address__________________________________________________________ c. Assessor’s Parcel No(s)____________________________________________________ (include APN page(s))
d. Lot Size__________________________
2. Project Description_________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________
3. General Plan Land Use: ______________ 4. Zoning District: _______________ SEI Fuel Services Inc.(Patricia Vega)
Upland, CA 91786 Irving TX 75063
(972)567-2471
[email protected]
SHELL
2001 NEVADA CITY HIGHWAY
035-400-021
N/A
RE-IMAGE EXISTING SPEEDWAY GAS STATION TO SHELL IMAGGE OR BRAND.
EXISTING GAS STATION N/A
1366 W. Ninth Street
Sign Development Inc.(Sal Pablo)
3200 Hackberry Road
(909)920-5534 ext. 541
[email protected]
RE-FACE EXISTING D/F PRICE/ID MONUMENT SIGN WITH NEW LED PRICERS. INSTALL NEW LED INTERNAL ILLUMINATION TO EXISTNIG SIGN CABINET. USE EXISTING ELECTRICAL.
RE-IMAGE CANOPY FASCIA ON BOTH CANOPY STRUCTURES.
INSTALL NEW ACM PANELS YELLOW//RED & NEW ILLUMINATED CANOPY LOGO SHELL PEDCTEN SIGNS.
INSTALL ILLUMINATED RED BARS ON EACH THREE ELEVATIONS OF EACH CANOPY STRUCTURES.
RE-IMAGE ALL EXISTING DISPENER PUMPS WITH SHELL GRAPHICS AND WARNING DECALS.
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4. Cortese List: Is the proposed property located on a site which is included on the Hazardous Waste and Substances List (Cortese List)? Y N
The Cortese List is available for review at the Community Development Department counter.
If the property is on the List, please contact the Planning Division to determine appropriate notification procedures prior to submitting your application for processing (Government Code Section 65962.5).
5. Indemnification: The City has determined that City, its employees, agents and officials should, to the fullest extent permitted by law, be fully protected from any loss, injury, damage, claim, lawsuit, expense, attorney’s fees, litigation expenses, court costs or any other costs arising out of or in any way related to the issuance of this permit, or the activities conducted pursuant to this permit. Accordingly, to the fullest extent permitted by law, the applicant shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless City, its employees, agents and officials, from and against any liability, claims, suits, actions, arbitration proceedings, regulatory proceedings, losses, expenses or costs of any kind, whether actual, alleged or threatened, including, but not limited to, actual attorney’s fees, litigation expenses and court costs of any kind without restriction or limitation, incurred in relation to, as a consequence of, arising out of or in any way attributable to, actually, allegedly or impliedly, in whole or in part, the issuance of this permit, or the activities conducted pursuant to this permit. Applicant shall pay such obligations as they are incurred by City, its employees, agents and officials, and in the event of any claim or lawsuit, shall submit a deposit in such amount as the City reasonably determines necessary to protect the City from exposure to fees, costs or liability with respect to such claim or lawsuit.
6. Appeal: Permits shall not be issued until such time as the appeal period has lapsed. A determination or final action shall become effective on the 16th day following the date by the appropriate review authority, where no appeal of the review authority’s action has been filed in compliance with Chapter 17.91 of the City’s Development Code.
The 15-day period (also known as the “appeal” period in compliance with Chapter 17.91) begins the first full day after the date of decision that the City Hall is open for business, and extends to the close of business (5:00 p.m.) on the 15th day, or the very next day that the City Hall is open for business.
I hereby certify, to the best of my knowledge, that the above statements are correct.
Property Owner/*Representative Signature: ________________________________________ *Property owner must provide a consent letter allowing representative to sign on their behalf.
Applicant Signature: ___________________________________________________________ --OFFICE USE ONLY--
Application No.: Date Filed:
Fees Paid by: Amount Paid:
Other Related Application(s):
xxxxx
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CITY OF GRASS VALLEY
Community Development Department
125 E. Main Street
Grass Valley, California 95945
(530) 274-4330
(530) 274-4399
SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION INFORMATION
Application Request: ________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ Property Address or Location: ________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________
SUPPLEMENTAL CHECKLIST
The following includes items required for a complete application. Some specific types of information may not apply to your project. If you are unsure, check with Planning Division Staff. A copy of this list will be returned to you if your application is determined to be incomplete.
A. Application Checklist:
One completed copy of Universal Application form.
One completed copy of the Environmental Review Checklist (if applicable).
One electronic copy of the site plan and all other applicable plans/information.
One materials sample board (if applicable).
If a sign exemption is being requested, list the reasons for the exemption.
The appropriate non-refundable filing fee.
B. Site Plan:
SITE PLAN; On electronic copy of the Site Plan for the property on which the sign(s) will be placed including:
Location of existing and proposed signs on site.
Provide square footage and type of each sign and total square footage for all signs.
For more than one sign, please give each sign a number starting with the number 1.
For suspended or projecting signs please note distance from sidewalk to bottom of sign.
MASTER SIGN PROGRAM
MURALS & SIGN EXCEPTIONS
SIGN EXCEPTIONS FOR INTERNAL ILLUMINATION OF THE EXISTING PRICE/ID SIGN, NEW PROPOSED CANOPY SIGNS, AND THE NEW PROPOSED LED RED BARS ON THE CANOPY FASCIA. 2001 NEVADA CITY HIGHWAY
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For wall signs add an additional sheet showing dimensions and square footage of building walls on which signs will be placed.
For monument, shopping center, or other freestanding signs show sight distance from driveways and intersection corners.
C. Sign Illustrations:
Color drawing of each proposed sign including:
Number each sign corresponding to number shown on the site plan.
Message on sign including; typeface, font, and design details.
Dimensions in feet and total square footage area of proposed sign.
Overall height of all monument and freestanding signs.
D. Murals: A mural placed on a wall of a structure may be allowed in any commercial, industrial, and other non-residential zone subject to the following requirements. All murals shall be subject to the review and recommendation by the Development Review Committee (DRC) and approval by the Commission.
A mural without text visible from the public right-of-way may be approved in addition to (not counted as part of) the sign area allowed by the Development Code; a mural with text shall comply with the sign area limitations applicable to the site.
Murals that illustrate the local setting, history, or cultural significance as sources of inspiration are encouraged.
The approval of a mural shall require that the review authority first fine that the colors, placement, and size of the mural are visually compatible with the structure’s architecture, and that the mural will serve to enhance the aesthetics of the City.
E. Mounting Details:
Mounting details may be placed on the Sign Plan or as a separate sheet but must include the following:
Description of material used in construction of sign.
Thickness and approximate weight of sign for suspended or projecting signs.
Means of exterior or interior lighting including shielding, type, and size of lamps (if applicable).
For suspended signs provide details of anti-sway devices.
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440 Main St.
Red Bluff, CA 96080
888-888-8888
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No. 8 Tek Screws
36” O.C.
ACM/CANOPY
No. 12 Tek Screws FASCIA
(Ten Minimum per ACM
panels)
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Generated Date/Time: Documentation Software: Energy Code Ace CA Building Energy Efficiency Standards - 2022 Nonresidential Compliance Report Version: 2022.0.000 Schema Version: rev 20220101
Compliance ID: 304582-0625-0002
Report Generated: 2025-06-16 17:57:59
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Sign Lighting CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE NRCC-LTS-E
This document is used to demonstrate compliance with requirements in 110.9, 110.12, 130.0/ 160.5, 130.3/ 160.5(d), 140.8/ 170.2(e) and 141.0(b)2M/ 180.2(b)4Bvi for sign lighting scopes using the prescriptive path. Exit signs and traffic signs are not required to comply with prescriptive requirements per exceptions to 140.8/ 170.2(e) and do not need to complete this compliance document.
Project Name: Grass Valley SHELL Report Page: (Page 1 of 5) Project Address: Date Prepared: 2025-06-16T20:57:57-04:00 A. GENERAL INFORMATION
01 Project Location (city) Grass Valley
02 Climate Zone 11
03 Occupancy Types within Project
Healthcare Facility
Multifamily/ MF Mixed-use >= 4 stories (includes dormitory, senior living) B. PROJECT SCOPE
This table includes illuminated signs that are within the scope of the permit application and are demonstrating compliance using the prescriptive path outlined in 140.8/ 170.2(e) or 141.0(b)2M/ 180.2(b)4Bvi for alterations. Exit signs and traffic signs are not required to comply with prescriptive requirements per exceptions to 140.8/ 170.2(e) and do not need to complete this compliance document.
01 02 03 04 05
Name or Item Tag Complete Sign Description Sign Status1 Sign Type Compliance Method2 Existing Price/ID
monument sign
Reface existing Price/ID monument sign with new LED
pricers Altered Outdoor Alternate Light Sources
New canopy signs
SHELL Logo Pecten New canopy fascia SHELL Logo Pecten signs New Outdoor Alternate Light Sources New LED
Illuminated canopy
fascia Red Bars
New LED illuminated Red Bars around the canopy fascia New Outdoor Alternate Light Sources 1 FOOTNOTE: Sign alterations that increase the connected lighting load, replace and rewire more that 50% of the ballasts, or relocate the sign to a different location must comply with 140.8/ 170.2(e). See 141.0(b)2M/ 180.2(b)4Bvi for more details.
2 The ENERGY VERIFIED Label compliance method is only applicable if the sign has a permanent, factory-installed, ENERGY VERIFIED label certified by UL or comparable, confirming the sign complies with 140.8/ 170.2(e). Note that using an ENERGY VERIFIED label is an optional compliance path, not a mandatory requirement. See the tooltips for this table for more details. 2001 Nevada City Hwy. Grass Valley, CA 95945
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Sign Lighting CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE NRCC-LTS-E
Project Name: Grass Valley SHELL Report Page: (Page 2 of 5) Date Prepared: 2025-06-16T20:57:57-04:00
Generated Date/Time: Documentation Software: Energy Code Ace CA Building Energy Efficiency Standards - 2022 Nonresidential Compliance Report Version: 2022.0.000 Schema Version: rev 20220101
Compliance ID: 304582-0625-0002
Report Generated: 2025-06-16 17:57:59
C. COMPLIANCE RESULTS
Results in this table are automatically calculated from data input and calculations in Tables B through H. Note: If any cell on this table says "COMPLIES with Exceptional Conditions" refer to Table D. Exceptional Conditions for guidance or see applicable Table referenced below. 01 02 03
≥
04 OR
05 OR
06 07
Name or Item
Tag
(See Table B)
Complete Sign Description
(See Table B)
Total Allowed (Watts)
(See Table F)
Total Designed
(Watts)
(See Table F)
Compliant Light
Sources
(See Table G)
ENERGY VERIFIED
Label
(See Table H)
Compliance Results
Existing
Price/ID
monument sign
Reface existing Price/ID
monument sign with new LED
pricers
≥ OR YES OR COMPLIES
Controls Compliance (See Table F/G/H for Details) COMPLIES New canopy
signs SHELL
Logo Pecten
New canopy fascia SHELL Logo
Pecten signs ≥ OR YES OR COMPLIES
Controls Compliance (See Table F/G/H for Details) COMPLIES New LED
Illuminated
canopy fascia
Red Bars
New LED illuminated Red Bars
around the canopy fascia ≥ OR YES OR COMPLIES
Controls Compliance (See Table F/G/H for Details) COMPLIES D. EXCEPTIONAL CONDITIONS
This table is auto-filled with uneditable comments because of selections made or data entered in tables throughout the form.
E. ADDITIONAL REMARKS
This table includes remarks made by the permit applicant to the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Sign Lighting CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE NRCC-LTS-E
Project Name: Grass Valley SHELL Report Page: (Page 3 of 5) Date Prepared: 2025-06-16T20:57:57-04:00
Generated Date/Time: Documentation Software: Energy Code Ace CA Building Energy Efficiency Standards - 2022 Nonresidential Compliance Report Version: 2022.0.000 Schema Version: rev 20220101
Compliance ID: 304582-0625-0002
Report Generated: 2025-06-16 17:57:59
F. MAXIMUM ALLOWED LIGHTING POWER AND CONTROLS
This section does not apply to this project.
G. LIGHT SOURCES AND CONTROLS
This table includes illuminated signs using the Alternate Lighting Sources compliance method per 140.8(b)/ 170.2(e) as indicated on Table B of this compliance document. It also demonstrates compliance with mandatory controls requirements from 130.3 / 160.5(d) by indicating control types for each sign. 01 02 03 04 05
Name or Item Tag Complete Sign Description Compliant Light Sources1,2 Mandatory Controls Field Inspector
Shut-Off Dimming
Demand
Response3
Pass Fail
Existing Price/ID
monument sign
Reface existing Price/ID monument
sign with new LED pricers LED + pwr supply 80%+ eff.
Automatic Time
Switch +
Photocontrol
(outdoor)
NA: Outdoor
24x7x365 use
New canopy signs
SHELL Logo
Pecten
New canopy fascia SHELL Logo
Pecten signs LED + pwr supply 80%+ eff.
Automatic Time
Switch +
Photocontrol
(outdoor)
NA: Outdoor
24x7x365 use
New LED
Illuminated
canopy fascia Red
Bars
New LED illuminated Red Bars
around the canopy fascia LED + pwr supply 80%+ eff.
Automatic Time
Switch +
Photocontrol
(outdoor)
NA: Outdoor
24x7x365 use
* NOTES: Controls with a * require a note in the space below explaining how compliance is achieved. EX: Sign within tunnel illuminated day and night; EXCEPTION to 130.3(a)2A. 1 FOOTNOTE: Dropdown choices have been abbreviated, please refer to 140.8(b) / 170.2(e) to confirm compliance with the specific light source technologies listed. 2 Authority having jurisdiction may ask for cutsheets to confirm compliance of light source. 3 Demand response controls are only required for an Electronic Message Center having a new connected lighting power load greater than 15 kW per 110.12(d).
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Sign Lighting CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE NRCC-LTS-E
Project Name: Grass Valley SHELL Report Page: (Page 4 of 5) Date Prepared: 2025-06-16T20:57:57-04:00
Generated Date/Time: Documentation Software: Energy Code Ace CA Building Energy Efficiency Standards - 2022 Nonresidential Compliance Report Version: 2022.0.000 Schema Version: rev 20220101
Compliance ID: 304582-0625-0002
Report Generated: 2025-06-16 17:57:59
I. DECLARATION OF REQUIRED CERTIFICATES OF INSTALLATION Selections have been made based on information provided in this document. If any selection have been changed by permit applicant, an explanation should be included in Table E.
Additional Remarks. These documents must be provided to the building inspector during construction and can be found online Form/Title
NRCI-LTS-E - Must be submitted for all buildings
J. DECLARATION OF REQUIRED CERTIFICATES OF ACCEPTANCE
There are no forms required for this project.
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Sign Lighting CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE NRCC-LTS-E
Project Name: Grass Valley SHELL Report Page: (Page 5 of 5) Project Address: Date Prepared: 2025-06-16T20:57:57-04:00 Generated Date/Time: Documentation Software: Energy Code Ace CA Building Energy Efficiency Standards - 2022 Nonresidential Compliance Report Version: 2022.0.000 Schema Version: rev 20220101
Compliance ID: 304582-0625-0002
Report Generated: 2025-06-16 17:57:59
DOCUMENTATION AUTHOR'S DECLARATION STATEMENT
I certify that this Certificate of Compliance documentation is accurate and complete.
Documentation Author Name:
Gus Ortega
Documentation Author Signature:
Company: Signature Date:
Address: CEA/ HERS Certification Identification (if applicable):
City/State/Zip: Phone:
RESPONSIBLE PERSON'S DECLARATION STATEMENT
I certify the following under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California:
1. The information provided on this Certificate of Compliance is true and correct.
2. I am eligible under Division 3 of the Business and Professions Code to accept responsibility for the building design or system design identified on this Certificate of Compliance (responsible designer)
3. The energy features and performance specifications, materials, components, and manufactured devices for the building design or system design identified on this Certificate of Compliance conform to the requirements of Title 24, Part 1 and Part 6 of the California Code of Regulations.
4. The building design features or system design features identified on this Certificate of Compliance are consistent with the information provided on other applicable compliance documents, worksheets, calculations, plans and specifications submitted to the enforcement agency for approval with this building permit application.
5. I will ensure that a completed signed copy of this Certificate of Compliance shall be made available with the building permit(s) issued for the building, and made available to the enforcement agency for all applicable inspections. I understand that a completed signed copy of this Certificate of Compliance is required to be included with the documentation the builder provides to the building owner at occupancy.
Responsible Designer Name: Responsible Designer Signature:
Company: Date Signed:
Address: License:
City/State/Zip: Phone:
2001 Nevada City Hwy. Grass Valley, CA 95945
Sal Pablo
1366 W. Ninth Street
Upland, CA 91786
06/16/25
576277 C-45
(909)920-5535 ext. 541
Sal Pablo
Sign Development Inc.
Sign Development Inc.
1366 W. Ninth Street
Upland, CA 91786
06/16/25
576277 C-45
(909)920-5535 ext. 541
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