August 19, 2025
REGULAR MEETING
The Regular meeting of the Loyalton City Council was called to order by Mayor Markum on August 19, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. Loyalton City Auditorium
COUNCIL MEMBERS' PRESENT: J. Markum, J. Dines, S. Mcliravy, J. Gerow, B. Mertton COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT
City Clerk- Kathy LeBlanc
GUESTS PRESENT
M. Foreman, J. Powers, L. Garza, D. Lawlor. R. DeMartini, P. DeMartini, J. Buck, L. Horner, M. Lewis, J.
Whited, S. Snider, N. Rogers
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
It was moved by B. Mertton, seconded by S. Mcllravy to approve the agenda as presented. Motion unanimously carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. It was moved by J. Dines, seconded by J. Gerow to approve the minutes for the special meeting of 7-15-25. Motion unanimously carried.
It was moved by J. Dines, seconded by 1. Gerow to approve the minutes for the regular meeting of 7-15-25. Motion unanimously carried.
3. It was moved by J. Dines, seconded by J. Gerow to approve the minutes for the special meeting of 8-5-25. Motion unanimously carried.
4. It was moved by J. Dines, seconded by J. Gerow to approve the minutes for the special meeting of 8-12-25. Motion unanimously carried.
STAFF REPORTS/WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS/UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Councilmember Mcllravy gave a brief report in response to the letter from J. McHenry regarding the speed limits in the City of Loyalton. She informed the council that Cal-Trans will be doing a traffic calming measure. She stated that there is a possibility that deer crossing signs will be placed in front of McHenry property and a school crossing sign and a cross walk by the Assembly of God church.
TIMED ITEM 6:30 ROUTE 49 PARTNERS SEEKING POTENTIAL FOR DEVELOPMENT
OF WELL WITH THE COOPERATION OF THE CITY OF LOYALTON
Doug Lawlor addressed the council on the redevelopment of the trailer park with 52 new homes he would like to have the council permission to approach Sierra Valley Ground Water Management to drill a well at no cost to the city. It was decided by consensus to give Mr. Lawlor permission to pursue the drilling of well. Councilmembers Mertton and Gerow will meet with Mr. Lawlor so they can be kept informed.
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. S. Snider wanted to know if the council needed any more information regarding the facility master plan.
2. J. Whitted inquired about the ordinance codes.
3. J. Buck also inquired about the ordinance codes.
4. P. Demartini inquired about any reportable action from the closed session meetings.
FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT
1. Assistant Fire Chief DeMartini reported on the following: (1) 131 calls so far this year (2) Chief Heywood brought home the new fire engine. (3) New fence has been installed (4) Ongoing fire training. (5) 505 Main Street is a hazard would like to have City check to see who owns the property.
2. It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by B. Mertton to approve the addendum for the Loyalton Fire Department Financial Policy. Motion unanimously carried.
FINANCIAL COMMITTEE REPORT/UPDATE
1. No Report given
2. It was moved by B. Mertton, seconded by J. Gerow to approve the reconciled accounts. Motion unanimously carried.
3. After discussion it was decided to move July bill sheet to next agenda.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF APPROVAL OF FUNDS TRANSFERS.
1. It was moved by B, Mertton, 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 Mcliravy gave a update on the tennis courts stating that the change of scope has been accepted for the Prop 68 Grant. She also reported that the valves at the park have been fixed
OTHER COMMITTEE REPORTS
None
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS
1. After a brief discussion It was moved by B. Mertton, seconded by J. Gerow to reaffirm our State of Emergency Water Distribution System. Motion carried. (This item will be added to the next agenda)
2. Councilmember Markum gave a brief update on the water project stating that she has e-mailed Kevin Kiley, EPA and the President to inquire about the American made pipes that are required for the project.
3. S. Snider gave an update on the easement and parking access. It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by B. Mertton to approve the easement and parking access. Motion unanimously carried
4. Councilmember Mcliravy gave a brief update regarding the California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act. After a discussion it was moved by S. Mcliravy, seconded by B. Mertton to approve moving forward with joining the California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act. Motion unanimously carried
5. After a discussion it was moved by B. Mertton, seconded by J. Gerow to approve purchase for the Stop Signs/Stop Bars. Motion unanimously carried.
6. After a discussion it was moved by J. Gerow, seconded by J. Dines to approve Vice-Mayor request to pursue research for forming City Service Area at his expense. Motion unanimously carried.
IMPUT FOR UPCOMING MEETING
1. Resolution for California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act.
2. July Bill Sheet
CLOSING REMARKS
Meeting Adjourned
mir Pale telle Mavor Markum
Kathy LeBlanc, City Clerk