CITY OF POINT ARENA
CODE ENFORCEMENT
451 School St. | PO Box 67 | Point Arena, CA 95468
(707) 882-2122 | pointarena.ca.gov
Date 5/11/2026
Monthly Department Report
Prepared By: Scott Schnell
SUMMARY
Code enforcement activity during this reporting period reflects a steady level of compliance monitoring, with continued attention to property maintenance, unpermitted work, and right-of-way issues. A total of two complaints were received this month and thirteen year-to-date, with cases ranging from active and pending investigations to a small number resolved through voluntary compliance and one resolved through enforcement action year-to-date. Vegetation and debris-related issues, unpermitted work, and isolated zoning or right-of-way concerns remain the most common complaint types. Follow-up inspections continue at a consistent level to ensure compliance, with ten conducted year-to-date, and no referrals to legal counsel or outside agencies required during this period. Notable activity included ongoing vegetation enforcement across multiple properties, resolution of a long-standing business license issue, continued monitoring of a construction project under stop-work status pending permit renewal, and coordination on removal of trees within the public right-of-way.
ACTIVITY
CATEGORY CURRENT MONTH YEAR TO DATE
Complaints Received 2 13
Cases Opened -Active Investigation 3 5
Cases Opened -Pending Investigation 1 2
Cases Closed – Voluntary Compliance 2 2
Cases Closed – Enforcement Action 0 1
Notice of Violation Issued 0 3
Administrative Citations Issued 0 1
Number of Follow-Up Inspections 5 10
Referrals to Legal/Other Agencies 0 0
COMPLAINT TYPES
TYPE OF VIOLATION NUMBER OF
COMPLAINTS
Junk/Debris 2
Vegetation/Fire Hazard 1
Unpermitted Work 2
Unsafe Structures 1
Zoning Violations
Other (Specify) 1 Right of Way Issue
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF NOTABLE CASES
1. Case Summary: Sidewalk maintenance issues involving overgrown vegetation at approximately 20 residential and commercial properties requiring trimming. o Follow-up: Six (6) notices issued; properties advised that fines may be issued if compliance is not achieved within 10 days.
o Status: Ongoing through the end of April.
2. Case Summary: Unpaid business license fees spanning approximately five years.
Enforcement required multiple notices over a four-month period. o Status: Closed.
3. Case Summary: Ongoing construction project under review for code compliance.
Staff observed that construction fencing and site screening did not meet required safety and site security standards. Building permits had expired while construction activity was ongoing. A Stop Work Notice was issued pending issuance of updated permits by the Mendocino County Building Department.
o Status: No new permits have been issued to date.
4. Case Summary: Trees planted within City right-of-way. Agreement was reached for removal and disposal of trees by city staff.
o Status: Removal Pending – by City Staff
POINT ARENA
STREETS & PARKS
451 School St. | PO Box 67 | Point Arena, CA 95468
(707) 882-2122 | pointarena.ca.gov
April 2025
Monthly Department Report
Prepared by: Patrick Hillscan, Operations Lead – Streets and Parks & Wastewater Maintenance Worker II
Overview / Summary
This time of the year keeping up with the mowing, weed-eating, and tree trimming has been the main focus, attempting to keep prep for upcoming events like the 4th of July down to a minimum.
Streets
• Continue to keep up with vegetation growth in parks and along roadways Parks
• Closure of Fisherman’s Playground
Projects / Capital Improvements
• Begin repainting parking spots and curbs, clean road signs • Start street sweeping once a week again.
Equipment and Facilities
• Dump bed on the flatbed, isn’t working
• Bucket controls on big john continue to be a problem
Issues / Challenges
• Old equipment
Goals / Priorities for Next Month
• “Finish” pothole repairs on windy hollow
• Resume street sweeping once/week
CITY OF POINT ARENA ADMINISTRATION
451 School Street | P.O. Box 67 | Point Arena, CA 95468 Phone: (707) 882-2122 | Fax: (707) 882-2124 | pointarena.ca.gov City of Point Arena
Monthly Department Report – April 2026
Prepared by: Paul Andersen, Assistant City Manager / City Clerk Accomplishments
• Submitted funding application for Windy Hollow Road improvements • Coordinated with LAFCO regarding the City’s Municipal Service Review • Submitted comments to Mendocino County OES regarding the Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• Completed quarterly reporting requirements for the Sea Level Rise Grant • Followed up with Councilmembers regarding timely filing of FPPC Form 700 statements
• Coordinated with FurtherReach regarding installation of security cameras • Worked with the Mendocino County Registrar of Voters to recruit poll workers for Election Day voting at City Hall
• Processed accounts payable, deposits, and payroll
Upcoming Work
• Pursue State Parks grant funding for replacement of the City park playground and related park improvements
• Provide support for the City’s annual audit
• Work with staff to improve the appearance of Arena Cove in anticipation of the summer tourist season
• Continue supporting the City Manager with historical and institutional knowledge and administrative operations