June 17h, 2025
REGULAR MEETING
The Regular meeting of the Loyalton City Council was called to order by Mayor Mertton on June 17, 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
J. Buck, L. Garza, J. Powers, P. DeMartini, R. DeMartini, J. Whitted, L. Naeme, M. Foreman, D. Neauin, L.
Horner, N. Rogers, T. Easley, D. Gaynor, C. Johnson, R. Beli, R, Jones
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
It was moved by S. Mcliravy, seconded by J. Gerow to approve the agenda as presented. Motion unanimously carried
ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. It was moved by S. Mcilravy, seconded by J. Markum to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of 5-20-2025. Motion unanimously carried.
2. It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by J. Markum to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of 6-10-25. Motion unanimously carried.
3. It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by J. Markum to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of 6-10-25. Motion unanimously carried.
STAFF REPORTS/WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS/UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Councilmember Mcliravy gave a brief update on the change of scope for the Prop 68 project.
She stated that she has submitted the Change of scope and is waiting for a response.
2. Councilmember Mollravy reported that Liberty Utilities is working on fixing the broken light downtown.
3. Councilmember Mcllravy reported that she has researched and got an estimate for stop signs at $45.00 each.
4. Councilmember Mcllravy addressed the letter from J. Adcock regarding stop signs and having a crosswalk painted by the High School. She would like to purchase new stop signs at the cost of $45.00 each and that they be 30 inches in size. After a discussion this item will be moved to the next agenda.
APPOINTMENT OF MAYOR AND VICE MAYOR
Mayor Mertton would like to step down as Mayor but remain on the council effective at the end of this meeting. It was moved by B. Mertton, seconded by J. Dines to appoint J. Markum as Mayor. Motion unanimously carried. It was moved by J. Markum, seconded by S. Mcllravy to appoint B. Mertton as Vice- Mayor. Motion unanimously carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. P. DeMartini thanked the council for all the work.
2. J. Whitted inquired about the watering schedule for the County Offices.
FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT
1. Assistant Fire Chief DeMartini reported on the following: (1) He would like to be informed if there is any problem within the water system. (2) 83 Call so far this year. (3) Loyalton Fire sent 8 eople to the Forest Service RT130 Wildland fire training and chain saw course. (4) He would like all citizens to remain vigilant as wildland fire season is here. He would like letters to be sent out to the owners of overgrown lots and stated that No Fire Works be allowed.
2. After a discussion on the repayment to the Fire Department. It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by J. Markum to approve a payment of $60,000 to the Fire Department. Motion unanimously carried.
FINANCIAL COMMITTEE REPORT/UPDATE
1. No Report given
2. It was moved by J. Markum, seconded by J. Dines to approve the reconciled accounts. Motion unanimously carried.
3. It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by J. Markum to approve the bill sheet for May 2025 not to exceed $91,015.14. 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 $25,000. Motion unanimously carried.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORTS/PARK AND RECREATION
Councilmember Dines reported that he is working on getting a scope of work done for the roof repair at City Hall so we can go out to bid.
OTHER COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Councilmember Mollravy reported on the grant for the Fire Department to widen the doors and after researching the grant she stated that the city and the Fire Department decided not to pursue the grant.
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS
1. After a brief discussion It was moved by S. Mcliravy, seconded by J. Markum 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 that the EPA has approved the SHPPO and we are now waiting on the NEPA to be approved, as soon as that happens, we should be able to proceed with the VanDaam/Belli project possibly by July or August. She also has an appointment with Anne Vinton regarding grants for the city and for the Senior Center.
3. Randy Jones from the SPJUSD addressed the council on the project for the Loyalton Middle School and the letter of intent for the City of Loyalton to grant an easement over City owned property. After a discussion it was moved by S. Mollravy, seconded by J. Markum, to approve the letter of intent for the easement. Motion unanimously carried.
4. It was moved by S. Mcliravy, seconded by J. Markum to approve adoption of Resolution 7-2025 Confirmation Pursuant to Section 55501.1 of the California Water Code. Roll Call: J. Markum-Aye, J.
Dines-Aye, J. Gerow-Aye, S. Mcllravy-Aye, Mayor Mertton-Aye. Motion unanimously carried.
IMPUT FOR UPCOMING MEETING
1. Purchase of stop signs
2. Prop 68 Grant
3. Update on roof repair
4. Musica Sierra
CLOSING REMARKS
Meeting Adjourned
APPROVED:
Teste Mayor Mertton
Kathy LeBlanc, City Clerk