March 17, 2026
REGULAR MEETING
The Regular meeting of the Loyalton City Council was called to order by Mayor Markum on March 17, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Loyalton City Auditorium
COUNCIL MEMBERS' PRESENT: J. Markum, S. Mcllravy, J. Gerow, B. Mertton, COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT
City Clerk- Kathy LeBlanc, City Planner Gary Price
GUESTS PRESENT
R. Belli, C. Jimenez, B. Pangman, J. Buck, S. Moran, K. Moran, D. Lawler, R. DeMartini, P. DeMartini, J.
Geissure
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
It was moved by S. Mcliravy, seconded by J. Gerow to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Brandon Pangman addressed the City Council regarding the Drought Resilience Plan to see if the City of Loyalton would like to join in.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by J. Gerow to approve the minutes for the Special meeting of 2-17-26. Motion carried.
2. It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by J. Gerow to approve the minutes for the Regular meeting of 2-17-26. Motion carried.
STAFF REPORTS/WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS/UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. City Clerk LeBlanc informed the Council Members that the Ethics Course is due for B. Mertton, S.
Mcllravy and J. Markum
2. City Clerk LeBlanc informed the council that the 700 forms are due by April 1, 2026. If anyone needs help, she can assist them.
TIMED ITEM 6:20 PUBLIC HEARING ZONIG CODE AND FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE 425
Gary Price gave a brief report regarding the Zoning Code and Ordinance 425. Mayor Markum then opened the Public Hearing for comments: C. Cockran asked about the Annual Progress Report. Having no more comments, Mayor Markum closed the Public Hearing. After a brief discussion it was moved by S. Mcilravy, J. Gerow, to approve the following regarding Zoning Code (1) Determine that this action to amend the Zoning Ordinance is exempt from Environmental review. (2) Determine that this action is consistent with the General Plan. (3) Waive the First Reading and adopt Ordinance 425, an amendment to Chapter 12 of the Loyalton Municipal Code repealing and replacing the Zoning Code. (4) Schedule second reading of ordinance for April 21, 2026. Roll Call: B. Mertton-Aye, S. Mallravy-Aye, 1. Gerow-Aye, Mayor Markum-Aye. Motion carried.
TIMED ITEM 6:45 PUBLIC WORKSHOP FEMA MAPS
Brandon Pangman from Sierra Couty and Lexi Steel from DOWL addressed the council regarding the current FEMA Maps and options for the city to dispute the new FEMA Map
PUBLIC COMMENT
L. May addressed the council regarding his concerns regarding pesticide being sprayed on the railroad tracks from Highway 49 to the Milll.
FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT
Assistant Fire Chief reported the following (1) 37 calls so far this year (2) April 18", 2026, Spaghetti feed. (3) Sell Engine 12
FINANCIAL COMMITTEE REPORT/UPDATE
1. No Report given
2. It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by B. Mertton to approve the reconciled accounts.
Motion carried
3. It was moved by S. Mcliravy, seconded by B. Mertton to approve the bill sheet for February 2026 not to exceed $116,257.63. Motion carried.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF APPROVAL OF FUNDS TRANSFERS.
1. It was moved by S. Mcliravy, seconded by B. Mertton, to approve fund transfer from General 1956 to Enterprise Loan MM not to exceed $25,000. Motion carried.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORTS/PARK AND RECREATION
Councilmember Millravy reported that we are watering the ball fields.
Councilmember Gerow reported that the crew is fixing water leaks and that the Chlorine Generator is working
OTHER COMMITTEE REPORTS
None
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS
1. After a brief discussion It was moved by B. Mertton, seconded by S. Mcilravy to reaffirm our State of Emergency Water Distribution System. Motion carried. (This item will be added to the next agenda)
2. G. Price gave a brief report on the Annual Progress Report, which is due on April 1, 2026, which will help the city in acquiring future grant monies. Mayor Markum, opened for comments from the audience, the following were heard; D. Lawlor asked about increased housing. P. DeMartini asked about the recourse to the city. Having no more comments, Mayor Markum closed the comment section. After a brief discussion it was moved by B. Mertton, seconded by J. Gerow, to approve the Annual Progress Report. Motion carried
3. It was moved by B. Mertton, seconded by S. Mcilravy to approve Draft Audit. Motion carried.
4. Councilmember Mcllravy presented the proposed projects for the Prop 68 monies. After a discussion this item will be moved to a Special Meeting to gather more information.
5. It was moved by B. Mertton, seconded by J. Gerow to approve Business License for Mary Ferraro-3D Creations. Motion carried.
IMPUT FOR UPCOMING MEETING
Water Restrictions
CLOSING REMARKS
Meeting Adjourned
APPROVED: Gay Master
Mayor Markum
ATEST. Karly L Ble
Kathy LeBlanc, City Clerk