May 16th, 2023
REGULAR MEETING
The Regular meeting of the Loyalton City Council was called to order by Mayor S. Jackson on May 16th, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. Loyalton City Auditorium
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT Mayors. Jackson, D. Riede, J. Markum, J. Gerow, D. Gayner
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT
STAFF PRESENT
City Clerk- Kathy LeBlanc
GUESTS PRESENT
R. DeMartini, P. DeMartini, L. Horner, L. Garza, B. Mertton, J. Herod, C. Johnson, G. Nelson, J. Buck
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
It was moved by J. Markum, seconded by D. Gayner to approve the agenda as presented. Motion unanimously carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. It was moved by D. Riede, seconded by D. Gayner to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of April 18th, 2023. Motion unanimously carried.
2. It was moved by D. Riede, seconded by D. Gayner to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 18th, 2023. Motion unanimously carried.
3. It was moved by D. Riede, seconded by D. Gayner to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of April 25th, 2023, as amended. Motion unanimously carried.
STAFF REPORTS/WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
1. Mayor Jackson reported that G. Morris has contacted Mr. Eberhart regarding the horse on his property, it should be moved by tonight. Mayor Jackson stated that ifthe horse is not gone, we will contact our attorney and the Sherriff's Department.
TIMED ITEM: PRESENTATION OF THE RICHARD MEDER AWARD
Councilmember Gayner presented the 9th Annual Richard Meder Award to Chelsea Johnson for her dedication to all she does for the community. Nate Smeltzer was not present, his award will be given to him in person.
PUBLIC COMMENT
P. Demartini inquired about the past due utility bills regarding putting them on the property tax bill through the county.
J. Buck asked about the water being turned on downtown.
R. DeMartini spoke on streetlights that were out.
P. DeMartini asked about getting cold patch on Railroad and Lewis.
FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT
Assistant Chief R. DeMartini reported on the following: (1) 74 calls so for this year (2) Spaghetti Feed was very successful and thanked the community for their support (3) Fire Department will be flushing hydrants tomorrow night. (4) There will be a joint wildlife training on Saturday with the Forest Service, Loyalton and Sierra County Fire.
FINANCIAL COMMITTEE REPORT/UPDATE
Councilmember Markum gave a brief update on the financial meeting.
1. It was moved by J. Markum, seconded by D. Riede to approve reconciled accounts for April 2023.
Motion unanimously carried.
2. It was moved by J. Markum, seconded by D. Gayner to approve the bill sheet for April 2023 not to exceed $115,997.06. Motion unanimously carried.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF APPROVAL OF FUNDS TRANSFERS.
1. It was moved by J. Markum, seconded by D. Gayner to approve fund transfer from General 1956 to Enterprise Loan MM 0559 not to exceed $24,000. Motion unanimously carried.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORTS/PARK AND RECREATION
1. Vice-Mayor Gerow reported that our loader in down, waterjetter needs some repairs, 4 aerators are down but crew is working on them we will install a new on if needed, tanks are holding, and crew has been cleaning gutters.
2. Councilmember Riede thanked all who helped clean downtown for Timberfest. She stated that the water will be turned on in the park and downtown, tennis and basketball courts will be cleaned.
3. Councilmember Markum reported on the Prop 68 grant funds and how we could use them.
4. City Clerk LeBlanc reported on getting a crew to clean up the cemetery for Memorial Day.
OTHER COMMITTEE REPORTS
LAFCO Meeting to be held on May 30, 2023
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS
1. Mayor Jackson gave a brief update on the water distribution system, after a brief discussion It was moved by J. Markum, seconded by J. Gerow to reaffirm our State of Emergency Water Distribution System. Motion unanimously carried. (This item will be added to next agenda)
2. Councilmember Gayner gave a brief update on the Town Hall Meeting for the Water Distribution System (This item will be added to the next agenda)
3. It was moved by D. Riede, seconded by D. Gayner to approve adoption Resolution 2-2023 adopting a list of Projects for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Funded by SB-1: Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
Roll Call: S. Jackson-Aye, J. Gerow-Aye, J. Markum-Aye, D. Riede-Aye, D. Gayner-Aye. Motion unanimously carried.
4. It was moved by J. Markum, seconded by D. Gayner to approve adoption of Resolution 3-2023 Amending Fee Deposit and Schedule for Planning and Building. Roll Call: S. Jackson-Aye, J. Gerow-Aye, J.
Markum-Aye, 0. Riede-Aye, D. Gayner-Aye. Motion unanimously carried.
5. It was moved by D. Gayner, seconded by D. Riede to approve adoption of Resolution 4-2023 Authorizing the adjustment of changes to Rates and Fees for Water/Sewer Services. Roll Call: S. JacksonAye, J. Gerow-Aye, J. Markum-Aye, D. Riede-Aye, D. Gayner-Aye. Motion unanimously carried.
6. It was moved by J. Markum, seconded by J. Gerow to approve adoption of Resolution 5-2023 regarding change of Cemetery Fees. Roll Call: S. Jackson-Aye, J. Gerow-Aye, J. Markum-Aye, D. RiedeAye, 0. Gayner-Aye. Motion unanimously carried.
7. It was moved by D. Gayner, seconded by J. Markum to approve adoption of Resolution 6-2023 Establishing Change of Business License Fees. Roll Call: S. Jackson-Aye, J. Gerow-Aye, J. Markum-Aye, D.
Riede-Aye, D. Gayner-Aye. Motion unanimously carried.
8. It was moved by J. Markum, seconded by D. Gayner to approve Business License for Eastern Plumas Health Care District. Motion unanimously carried.
IMPUT FOR UPCOMING MEETINGS
1. Reaffirm our State of Emergency Water Distribution System
2. Update on Town Hall Meeting
3. Planning Agreement
CLOSING REMARKS
Meeting Adjourned
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Kathy LeBlanc, City Clerk
June 13th, 2023
SPECIAL MEETING
The special meeting of the Loyalton City Council was called to order by Mayor Jackson on June 13th, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT
Mayor Jackson, 0. Riede, J. Markum, J. Gerow, 0. Gayner (via telephone) COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT
Kathy LeBlanc-City Clerk
GUESTS PRESENT
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
It was moved by D. Gayner, seconded by J. Gerow to approve the agenda as presented. Motion unanimously carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Jackson announced that she will be resigning at the close of the July Meeting
STAFF REPORTS
None
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
CLOSED SESSION: Mayor Jackson closed the Special meeting for Closed Session. Mayor Jackson reconvened the meeting with the following action taken. (1) Accept resignation letter from Gina Morris. (2) Approve Contracting with Gina Morris to train replacement and cover interim work and special projects.
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION:
1. It was moved by 0. Gayner, seconded by J. Gerow to advertise for the position of Bookkeeper with pay as DOE. Motion unanimously carried.
AGENDA IMPUT FOR UPCOMMING MEETING
1. Petition vs Protest Letters for Prop 218
COUNCIL MEMBER CLOSING REMARKS
1. LAFCO update to be given at the Regular June Council Meeting.
MEETING ADJOURNED
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