April 15th, 2025
REGULAR MEETING
The Regular meeting of the Loyalton City Council was called to order by Mayor Mertton on April 15'h 2025, at 6:00 p.m. Loyalton City Auditorium
COUNCIL MEMBERS' PRESENT: J. Markum, J. Dines, S. Mcllravy, J. Gerow, B. Mertton COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT
City Clerk- Kathy LeBlanc
GUESTS PRESENT
L. Garza, J. Powers, P. DeMartini, J. Buck, R. Belli, D. Gaynor, J. & J Whitted, N. Rondeau, L. Horner, N.
Rogers, S. Snider, D. Lawlor, J. Robertti
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by J. Gerow to approve the agenda as presented. Motion unanimously carried
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Mcllravy reported that the Little League has painted the dugout and did a great job.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. It was moved by J. Markum, seconded by J. Dines to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of 3-18-2025. Motion unanimously carried.
STAFF REPORTS/WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS/UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. City Clerk LeBlanc gave a brief report on the 2024-2029 Housing Element stating that the Housing Element has been successfully submitted and that the city came in under budget for the Housing Element.
2. Councilmember Mcllravy would like to send out the water restriction notices to go into effect on May 1, 2025
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. P. DeMartini thanked the council for the web site update.
2. J. Buck inquired about the roof repair.
3. S. Snider gave a report on the Middle School project.
4. L. Horner inquired about the streetlights.
FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT
P. DeMartini gave the report for the Fire Department as follows: (1) 44 calls so far this year. (2) Spaghetti Feed to be held on April 26, 2025. (3) Inquired about fire checks. (4) Inquired about the audit. (5) Would like to have the financial detail for Fire Department. (6) Would like to meet with Financial Committee.
FINANCIAL COMMITTEE REPORT/UPDATE
1. No Report given
2. It was moved by J. Markum, seconded by S. Mcllravy to approve the reconciled accounts.
Motion unanimously carried.
3. It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by J. Gerow to approve the bill sheet for March 2025 not to exceed $104,225.35. Motion unanimously carried.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF APPROVAL OF FUNDS TRANSFERS.
1. It was moved by J. Markum, seconded by S. Mcllravy to approve fund transfer from General 1956 to Enterprise Loan MM not to exceed $20,000. Motion unanimously carried.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORTS/PARK AND RECREATION
Councilmember S. Mcllravy reported that Greg Lonergan is back at work and she will make sure that the park restrooms are open and working for the Little League season.
OTHER COMMITTEE REPORTS
None
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS
1. After a brief discussion It was moved by J. Markum, seconded by S. Mcllravy to reaffirm our State of Emergency Water Distribution System. Motion unanimously carried. (This item will be added to the next agenda)
2. Councilmember Markum reported on the progress with EPA, she is in contact with them and will keep the Council and Public informed.
3. It was decided by consensus of the council to approve the payment plan with SCORE.
4. P. DeMartini addressed the council on using Prop 68 funds to upgrade the tennis courts for a pickle ball court and various uses. Councilmember Markum stated that the Prop 68 monies timeline is June of 2028, she would also like to have an input from the Little League. Councilmember Mcllravy will contact the state regarding changing the scope of work for the monies.
5. Councilmember Mcliravy would like to table the contract for animal control to the next agenda.
6. After a brief discussion it was moved by J. Markum, seconded by J. Dines, to approve the purchase of the Chlorine pump for the WWTP. Roll Call: J, Markum-Aye, J. Dines-Aye, S. Mcllravy-Aye, J. Gerow-Aye, Mayor Mertton-Aye. Motion unanimously carried.
7. After discussion and input from the community it was decided to present Craig and Annie Fassbender with the 11th Annual Richard Meder award at the next meeting.
8. It was moved S. Mcliravy, seconded by J. Markum, to approve the Business License for the Drifter's Table. Motion unanimously carried.
9. Councilmember Markum gave a report on a new carrier for the Verizon Tower for T-Mobile. After additional discussion it was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by J. Markum to approve the agreement with Everest for additional carrier upon verification for the monthly rent. Motion unanimously carried
10. Councilmember Mcliravy gave a brief report on the replacement of the door for Musica Sierra. It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by J. Gerow to approve door replacement. Motion unanimously carried.
Additional discussion regarding the power hook up. Councilmember Mcllravy will follow up.
IMPUT FOR UPCOMING MEETING
Animal Control Contract
CLOSING REMARKS
APPROVED:
Mayor Mertton
Kathy LeBlanc, City Clerk