July 21, 2026
REGULAR MEETING
The Regular meeting of the Loyalton City Council was called to order by Mayor Markum on July 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Loyalton City Auditorium
COUNCIL MEMBERS' PRESENT: J. Markum, S. Mcllravy, B. Mertton, J. Gerow, S. Moran COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT
City Clerk-Kathy LeBlanc
GUESTS PRESENT
N. Rogers, P. DeMartini, R. DeMartini, R. Hollitz, C. Robles, J. Buck, J. Cameron, M. Foreman, C. Johnson
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by B. Mertton to approve the agenda as presented. Motion unanimously carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Kathy LeBlanc-City Clerk reported that the packets for Candidates for the Loyalton City Council are available at City Hall.
Mayor Markum reported the closed session action. She reported that we have hired A. Moran for $20.00 per hour, and 2 extra part-time help at $25.00 per hour.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. It was moved by S. Moran, seconded by B. Mertton to approve the minutes for the Special meeting of 6-16-26. Motion unanimously carried.
2. It was moved by B. Mertton, seconded by 1. Gerow to approve the minutes for the Special Meeting of 6-23-26 as amended. Motion unanimously carried.
3. It was moved by S. Mallravy, seconded by J. Gerow to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of 6-16-26 as amended. Motion unanimously carried.
STAFF REPORTS/WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS/UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Councilmember S. Mcliravy addressed the issue on the Eberhart Property.
2. After a brief discussion it was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by J. Gerow to approve the request from A. Burns for the use of the Little League Field for soccer.
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. R. Hollitz, J. Cameron, P. DeMartini and C Robles voiced their concern about the Probation Department issue with the rental agreement. Mayor Markum stated that we are in negotiations with the county regarding this issue.
2. L. Ryan inquired about the Eberhart property and people living in trailers on City streets.
FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT
Assistant Chief R. DeMartini reported the following: 107 calls so far this year, 4 new radios purchased, and Tender 1 still on the Elephant Fire. He also would like taxes taken out of the wildland fire checks and would like to transfer $100,000 from the wildland fire account to the Cal-Trust account.
FINANCIAL COMMITTEE REPORT/UPDATE
No financial report was given.
1. It was moved by S. Mcliravy, seconded by S. Moran to approve the reconciled accounts. Motion unanimously carried.
2. After a brief discussion it was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by B. Mertton to approve the bill sheet for June2026 not to exceed $144,511.28. Motion unanimously 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 $20,000. Motion unanimously carried.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORTS/PARK AND RECREATION
Councilmember Gerow reported that the crew is fixing leaks and doing maintenance at WWTP.
Councilmember Mcllravy reported that the tennis and pickle ball courts are finished and will begin the fence work at the Little League on August 10, 2026.
OTHER COMMITTEE REPORTS
None
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS
1. After a brief discussion It was moved by J. Gerow, 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. It was moved by J. Gerow, seconded by S. Mcliravy to approve Lot Line Adjustment LLA 2026-01.
Motion unanimously carried.
3. Councilmember S. Mcliravy addressed the abandoned vehicles. After a discussion it was moved by J.
Gerow, seconded by B. Mertton to approve the request to tow some abandoned vehicles not to exceed $3000.00. Motion unanimously carried.
4. It was moved by S. Mclravy, seconded by J. Gerow to approve the Business License for Pavement Recycle System INC. Motion unanimously carried.
5. It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by J. Gerow to approve Business License for Solar Battery and Roof Installation. Motion unanimously carried.
6. It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by J. Gerow to approve Business License for Liver Better.
Motion unanimously carried.
7. It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by J. Gerow to approve Business License for Software Development and IT Consulting Services. Motion unanimously carried.
8. It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by J. Gerow to approve Business License for Little Lake Day Care. Motion unanimously carried.
9. It was moved by S. Mcllravy, seconded by J. Gerow to approve Business License for AXIA Solar Corporation. Motion unanimously carried.
IMPUT FOR UPCOMING MEETING
CLOSING REMARKS
Meeting Adjourned
Kathy LeBlanc, City Clerk