City of Red Bluff
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 5:30 PM
City Council
Regular Meeting Minutes
555 Washington Street
Red Bluff, CA 96080
(530) 527-2605
Council Chambers
CALL TO ORDER
COUNCIL PRESENT
J.R. Gonzales, Mayor
Mark Clement, Mayor Pro Tem
Cassie Pope, Councilmember
Patrick Hurton, Councilmember
Kris Deiters, Councilmember
STAFF PRESENT
Tom Westbrook, City Manager
Sophia Meyer, City Attorney
Paul Young, Finance Director
Scott Garrison, HR Administrator
Scott Miller, Public Works Director
Beth Lindauer, Community Development Director
Quintan Ortega, Police Chief
Michael Bachmeyer, Fire Chief
Anita Rice, Deputy City Clerk/Executive Assistant to the City Manager Cassidy DeRego, City Clerk
Donna Gordy, Treasurer
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Gonzales led the pledge of allegiance.
CITIZEN COMMENT
Pastor Scott Camp led a prayer.
Ken Boone, a community member, read biblical scripture.
Greg Latourell, a community member, announced that the Annual 9/11 Memorial event will be held at 7:00 a.m. on Friday, September 11, 2026, in front of the old courthouse.
David Burke, a community member, thanked Tom Westbrook and all City staff who responded about the Vista Prep Academy gymnasium. He said quick action was taken and concerns were identified.
The gym will be closed until these items can be corrected. He is happy about some of the roads that will be on the list as priorities for the new tax. He also emphasized his desire to see local hire requirements for future road repairs.
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Brianna, a local business owner, asked to have ALPR cameras on the agenda for discussion. She would like the public to be well informed about these cameras. She is concerned about the privacy of the local citizens.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF AGENDA CORRECTIONS
None
STAFF ITEMS
Mr. Westbrook gave an update on several community events. Also stated that City Hall will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. The Prop 218 outreach meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at the Community Center.
Mr. Garrison gave a staffing update.
Ms. Lindauer reported on several new businesses coming to Red Bluff and the progress of several local building projects.
Mr. Miller reported on the new bus route for the Redding Municipal Airport. He also gave an update on several projects being completed throughout the community. The light at South Main Street and Sister Mary Columba Way will be out until at least Friday, September 11, 2026.
Chief Bachmeyer reported that the Red Bluff Fire Department will hold a training at the old Denny's building before it is torn down. The Emblem Club donated a new flag for the ladder truck.
Ms. Kampmann reported that they submitted the application for the Grant they hope to use towards phase two of the River Park Project.
COMMISSIONS REPORTS - Planning Commission
Greg Latourell, Planning Commission Chair, reported that they heard two items; one was approved.
The item about a food truck court was vetted and determined to already be supported by existing mechanisms. If this were pursued in the future, there would not be opposition to it.
PRESENTATION - None
CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION
None declared.
CONSENT AGENDA / APPROVAL OF DRAFT MINUTES
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Clement, seconded by Council Member Pope, that this be approved the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
Approval of the Consent Agenda
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Clement, seconded by Council Member Pope, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
RESULT: APPROVED THE CONSENT AGENDA
MOVER: Mark Clement
SECONDER: Cassie Pope
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Mayor Pro Tem Clement, Council Member Pope, Council Member Hurton, Mayor Gonzales, and Council Member Deiters
Aye:
1. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes 0350
The Minutes were approved.
2. CalPERS Health Resolutions Update 25-2026
The Resolution was approved.
3. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 1090 Amending Section 13.13 of Chapter 13, Article III of the Red Bluff Municipal Code Regarding the General Parking Time Limit
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The Ordinance was approved.
4. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 1100 Amending Chapter 15 (Nuisances) of the Red Bluff Municipal Code by Adding Article II Establishing Judicial Receivership Proceedings for Chronic Nuisance Properties
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The Ordinance was approved.
5. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 1101 Adding Article XIII to Chapter 2.102 through 2.111 of the Red Bluff Municipal Code Establishing the Measure S Citizens Oversight Committee 1101
The Ordinance was approved.
6. Public Works Monthly Activity Summary, August 0353
The Report was approved.
ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT
REGULAR AGENDA
7. River Park Splash Pad and Rehabilitation Project Update 0354 The Council had an in-depth discussion, and all questions were asked and answered adequately. It was explained that the proposed project takes into consideration the fact that the park is in a floodway. If a loan were utilized by the City of Red Bluff for the additional costs of this project, Development Impact fees could be used to pay the loan payments. The loan can also be paid in full after five years. Development Impact fees can also be used to pay down the additional costs if they choose not to take out a loan. It was emphasized that a decision needs to be made soon to stop costs from increasing further. The community has put a lot towards this project, and they are expecting this to be completed. The contractor anticipates beginning in the Spring of 2027. The project will be complete before the end of 2027. No items can be removed and still meet the minimum grant requirements. If donations were received from the public, those funds could be utilized to bring the total costs down. If they did not move forward with this project, the City of Red Bluff would have to pay back the $400,000.00 that has already been spent towards the project. The Council does not feel they will be in favor of a loan option.
The Council asked to have this brought back to the next Council meeting with the full funding options.
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8. Consideration and Direction to Staff Regarding the City’s Current Water Shutoff Policy and Procedures
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Leanna Pearson, Assistant Finance Director, explained the current water and sewer shutoff policy. She reported that half the shutoffs are reconnected the same day. They contact residents through several avenues. The current reconnection fee is $32.00 and $50.00 after hours.
The Council had an in-depth discussion, and all questions were asked and answered adequately.
Currently, the average overdue bill is $200.00 to $300.00.
Direction was given to staff for a moratorium of one year on the water and sewer shut-off fees.
This would begin after the new fees are implemented and would be for first-time offenders only. This will come back to the Tuesday, October 20, 2026, regular City Council meeting for approval.
9. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Red Bluff Authorizing the Public Works Director / Airport Manager and City Attorney to Execute and Submit the Grant Offer for the Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) Program
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A motion was made by Council Member Deiters, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Clement, that this Resolution be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
RESULT: ADOPTED
MOVER: Kris Deiters
SECONDER: Mark Clement
Mayor Pro Tem Clement, Council Member Pope, Council Member Hurton, Mayor Gonzales, and Council Member Deiters
Aye:
COMMITTEE REPORTS / COUNCIL COMMENTS
*Antelope Water/Sewer Project JPA - All Councilmembers
Mr. Westbrook reported that no meeting was scheduled.
*Chamber of Commerce - Gonzales & Pope
Mayor Gonzales reported on several community events.
*City/County Ad Hoc Committee - Deiters and Gonzales
Councilmember Deiters reported that no meeting was scheduled. *Community Action Agency - Deiters
Councilmember Deiters reported that the next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 17, 2026. There is also a meeting about strategic planning scheduled for Thursday, September 24, 2026.
*Executive Committee - Tehama County Solid Waste Management Agency - Deiters & Hurton
Councilmember Deiters reported that no meeting was scheduled.
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*Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) - All Councilmembers Mayor Gonzales reported that no meeting was scheduled.
*Red Bluff Community Center Commission - Gonzales & Hurton Mr. Westbrook reported that the next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 19, 2026.
*Tehama County Air Pollution District Review Committee - Gonzales & Pope
Councilmember Pope reported that no meeting was scheduled. *Tehama County Continuum of Care Executive Council - Deiters & Clement
Councilmember Deiters reported that the next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
*Tehama County Solid Waste Management Agency (JPA) - All Councilmembers
Councilmember Deiters reported that the next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 3, 2026.
*Tehama County Transportation Commission - Hurton & Pope Councilmember Hurton reported that the last meeting was canceled.
ADDITIONAL COUNCIL COMMENTS AND OTHER MEETINGS ATTENDED Councilmember Deiters encouraged the community to obey all traffic laws and stop at STOP signs and red-light intersections.
Mayor Gonzales thanked the Red Bluff Fire Department for their quick response when he had a family emergency.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS BY CONSENSUS OF COUNCIL
Councilmember Pope asked to bring information about the ALPR program to the next Council meeting. It was approved by consensus.
CITIZEN COMMENT BEFORE CLOSED SESSION
None
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
10. Closed Executive Session: Conference with Real Property NegotiatorsGovernment Code Section §54956.8
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REPORTABLE ACTIONS FROM CLOSED SESSION
Direction was given to staff.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Gonzales adjourned the meeting at 6:52 p.m. to a Closed Session. The next City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Red Bluff Council Chambers.
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MAYOR
ATTEST:
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DEPUTY CITY CLERK