MINUTES
Regular Meeting
TULELAKE CITY COUNCIL
July 21, 2026 - 5:32PM
Mayor Tom Cordonier called the meeting to order at 5:32PM. Mayor Pro Tem, Penny Velador and Council Members, Margie Cordonier, Patricia Taylor and Teresa. Williams were present. Also in attendance were Chief Resilience Officer, Jenny Coelho; Director of Public Works, Jose Perez; City Hall Administrator, Aissa Martinez; City Clerk, Anna. Perez and City Treasurer, Sara Luscombe.
Mayor Cordonier amended the agenda to add to have Narcan installed at City Library.
APPROVAL OF JULY 7, 2026, REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Member Cordonier made a motion for the approval of July 7, 2026, regular meeting minutes. Mayor Pro Tem Velador seconded the motion. All votes were aye. Motion carried. (Motion 26-110)
APPROVAL OF THE PAYMENT OF BILLS
Council Member Cordonier asked about the Stacy & Dennis invoice. Chief Resilience Officer, Jenny explained that a portion of the invoice was paid through her grant because it covered repairs to her laptop. She also noted that the $875 charge is a quarterly payment that is paid from General Fund. Mayor Pro Tem Velador asked Officer Mauk about the U.S. Armor invoice. Officer Mauk explained that Officer Alonso's protective gear was outdated and needed to be replaced. Council Member Williams asked Chief Resilience Officer, Jenny, about the SOCRE invoice.
Chief Resilience Officer, Jenny explained the purpose of the charges and how the payments are made. Mayor Pro Tem Velador made a motion to approve paying the bills as presented. Mayor Cordonier seconded the motion. All votes were aye. Motion carried. (Motion: 26-111)
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
No comments from the public.
LOCAL FIRE REPORT AND UPDATE OF RECENT FIRE HAZARDS WITHIN THE CITY OF TULELAKE Adam Alcorn from TMCFD was not present. No action was taken.
DISCUSSION ABOUT CITY TRACTOR BEING REMOVED FROM CITY PROPERTY BY ROBERT SHOCK Director of Public Works, Jose Perez stated that he placed this item on the agenda because the City's tractor had been removed from City property. He also reported that Mr. Shock had taken the City's trailer. Chief Hoy had stated previously that when he was informed the trailer had been reported as stolen and later learned who had taken. it, he was told that Mr. Shock claimed to have a title for the trailer. However, Mr. Shock has never provided the title for the City to review. Director of Public Works, Jose, stated that after Mr. Shock hauled away the trees, he also removed the City's tractor. Council Member Williams stated that the trailer and tractor had been located on property owned by her father. Chief Resilience Officer Jenny stated that Mr. Shock entered City property and removed equipment without permission.. Council Member Williams stated that the City should press charges.
Mayor Pro Tem Velador agreed, stating that she was in favor of pursuing charges. Director of Public Works, Jose, also stated that. Mr. Shock admitted to taking the trailer. Jose said he asked Mr. Shock how he had obtained the title, but Mr. Shock did not provide an answer. Mayor Pro Tem Velador made a motion to file charges for stolen property: Council Member Cordonier seconded the motion. All votes were aye. Motion carried. (Motion 26-112)
DISCUSSION ABOUT ROBERT SHOCK NOT REMOVING TIRES FROM THE TRI-COUNTY PROPERTY Mayor Cordonier stated that he wanted to know who gave Mr. Shock permission to dump tires and the trees on the TriCounty property. He stated that his biggest concern was the tires that had been left behind. Director of Public Works, Jose. stated that he had attempted to stop the dumping, but Mr. Shock told him that Chief Resilience Officer Jenny and Fire Chief Nick had given him permission to dump the materials there. Chief Resilience Officer Jenny stated that she did not recall having that conversation. Council Member Cordonier made a motion authorizing Mayor Cordonier, Chief Hoy, and Fire Chief Scott to meet with Mr. Shock to discuss the tires and other debris left on the property. Council Member Cordonier amended the motion to include informing Mr. Shock of all items that were expected to be removed and directing him to remove the tires. Council Member Williams
DISCUSSION ABOUT LIBRARY GETTING A NARCAN BOX INSTALLED BY SISKIYOU COUNTY Mayor Cordonier reported that Library Branch Manager, Kailee, had received an email from the County Library asking for permission to install a Narcan distribution box outside the Tulelake Library. Mayor Cordonier explained that the Narcan box would be managed entirely by the County Library and would not require any involvement or expense from the City. He stated that the County would be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and all associated costs. Council. Member Cordonier made a motion to authorize Library Branch Manager, Kailee to contact the County Library to proceed with the installation of a Narcan distribution box at the Tulelake Library. The motion also included having Kailee provide information to children who use the library about the purpose of the Narcan box and its intended use. Mayor Pro Tem Velador seconded the motion. All votes were aye. Motion carried. (Motion 26-114)
Minutes of July 21, 2026
Chief of Police: Not present
Chief Resilience Officer: Chief Resilience Officer Jenny Coelho reported that the Building Inspector asked her to inform the Council about a proposed building addition. She stated that building code requirements have changed since the construction of the existing apartments. Jenny Coelho also shared that she would be meeting with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the bowling alley. Additionally, Jenny Coelho reported that a brief meeting had been held to discuss the budget.
City Hall Administrator: No comments.
Director of Public Works: Director of Public Works Jose reported that the garbage cans the City had ordered had been shipped. He stated that, to date, there have been no additional costs beyond the amount already paid for the garbage cans.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Cordonier made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:09PM. Mayor Pro Tem Velador seconded the motion. All votes were aye. Motion carried. (Motion 26-115) TomCordon
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Attest:
Anna Perez, City Clerk
Minutes of July 21, 2026