January 18*, 2022
SPECIAL MEETING
The special meeting of the Loyalton City Council was called to order by Mayor Jackson on January 18th, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT
Mayor Jackson, D. Riede, J. Markum, J. Gerow
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT
K. LeBlanc- City Clerk
GUESTS PRESENT
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
It was moved by D. Riede, seconded by J. Gerow to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
None
STAFF REPORTS
None
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
DISSCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
1. Mayor Jackson adjourned the meeting to go into closed session. Mayor Jackson reconvened the meeting stating that the reportable action will be discussed in the Regular Meeting to follow.
MEETING ADJOURNED
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Cathy LeBlane/ City Clerk
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REGULAR MEETING
The Regular meeting of the Loyalton City Council was called to order by Mayor S. Jackson on January 18, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. Loyalton City Auditorium
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT Mayor S. Jackson, J. Markum, D. Riede, J. Gerow
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT
STAFF PRESENT
City Clerk- Kathy LeBlanc, Jamie Stockdale-Bookkeeper
GUESTS PRESENT
J. Mitchell, B. Mitchell, J. Buck, R. DeMartini, P. DeMartini, S. Dryden, T. LeBlanc, T. Beam
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
It was moved by D. Riede, seconded by J. Markum to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
K. LeBlanc informed the Council and the public that starting with the January billing the water and sewer rates will increase from $118.64 to $122.35.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. It was moved by D.Riede, seconded by J. Markum, to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 21, 2021 as amended. Motion carried.
STAFF REPORTS/WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
1. Mayor Jackson addressed the council on the annual Richard Meder Award. She asked for nominees.
The following were mentioned: M. Buck, C. Widman. Jan Buck will put it in the paper and the nominee will be picked at the February Meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. B. Mitchell inquired about the Filllippini property and status of fixing the problem. Mayor Jackson reported that Mr. Fillippini was to contact the company with the sleeve option. Mayor Jackson stated that there may be a cost split with the City.
2. J. Mitchell and P. DeeMartini inquired about the roof repair for City Hall. J. Mitchell reported to the council that she has been in contact with Megan Dahale about a possible grant to fix the roof.
3. T. Leblanc and S. Dryden - Sierra County Supervisors addressed the Council on the upcoming FEMA maps regarding the flood plain issues. Mayor Jackson will contact Farr West about this.
FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT
R. DeMartini reported to the council with the following: (1) Fire Department had a total of 232 call in 2021 and so far this year they have had 14 calls. (2) Fire Department is meeting every other week until spring. (3) Fire Department is still looking for volúnteers. (4) Christmas trée will be coming down. (5) Roof repair at the Fire Station in Sierra Brooks stating the R. Jaquez has ripped off the wooden shingles and will replace them with metal shingles.
FINANCIAL COMMITTEE REPORT/UPDATE
Mayor Jackson reported on the Financial Meeting held last week. She stated that there will be revisions to several departments. She reported that City Finances are tight while as we are waiting on more money for the year.
1. It was moved by D. Riede, seconded by J.Markum to approve the reconciled Accounts for December 2021. Motion carried.
2. It was moved by D. Riede, seconded by J. Markum to approve the bill sheet not to exceed $93,217.22. Motion carried.
3. After a brief discussion Budget Revision will be moved to February Agenda.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF APPROVAL OF FUNDS TRANSFERS
1. It was moved by D. Riede, seconded by J. Markum to approve the fund transfer from General 1956 to Enterprise MM 0559 not to exceed $24,000. Motion carried.
REIMBURSEMENT FOR USDA
None
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORTS/PARK AND RECREATION
1. Councilmember Gerow informed the council that we have recently hired 2 new employees 1 maintenance and 1 WWTP Operator who is on site 1 day a week. He stated that the City is still working with J. Cussins.
2. Councilmember Markum reported that the City is still looking to hire 1 maintenance and a full time WWTP Operator.
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OTHER COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Mayor Jackson reported on a grant program for Electric Charging Station in the City.
Mayor Jackson thanked CTL for all the help they have provided to the City and is working on an agreement with CTL.
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS
1. Mayor Jackson reported that in Closed Session they updated the Personnel Policy. After a brief discussion, It was moved by D. Riede, seconded by J. Gerow to approve the updates to the Personnel Policy:
2. After a brief discussion it was moved by J. Markum, seconded by J. Gerow to approve Jonathan Reeves from part time to full time per policy changes. Motion carried. In regards to Jamie Stockdale classification there is an option opened per policy changes.
3. Councilmember Gerow stated that Justice Lundy WWTP is currently working 1 day a week at $36.50 per hour.
4. After a discussion it was moved by D. Riede, seconded by J. Gerow to have J. Reeves maintenance to work 4-10 hour work days. Motion carried.
5. It was moved by D. Riede, seconded by J. Markum to approve the new Water/Sewer services with Sierra County Office of Education. Motion carried. Councilmember Markum would like to take a look at the cost of connection fees.
6. It was moved by J. Markum, seconded by J. Gerow to approve Business License for Lauren Dee Jones- Behavioral Consultant. Motion carried.
IMPUT FOR UPCOMING MEETINGS
1. Update on Fillippini Property.
2. Nominees for Richard Meder Award
CLOSING REMARKS
It was announced that the Chili Cook Off will be held on March 5, 2022, and Car Show in Loyalton will be held on June 11, 2022. It was also announced that Timber Fest will be held later in the year.
Meeting Adjourned
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Kathy LeBlanc, City Clerk